Miss A. {A Boudoir Story}

A short and sweet anonymous blog is up for you today! There’s nothing more heartwarming than people trusting me from a google search! No connection, no friend recommendations, just purely about my work. <3

This was a spontaneous decision for me. I decided it was something I wanted to do, did a google search, found Katie, and booked within a couple of days.

I had a moment of uncertainty, like 'do I really want to pay money to just have pictures of me?' But, I have to say, that I am so happy that I did.

Day to day, I am very low key.. very minimal makeup, nikes, and jeans, that’s me. Looking at my photos, it almost feels like looking at a different person. I was so happy with the end results and know that I will keep these pictures forever!! I recommend this experience for everyone.

Lindsey {A Boudoir Story}

I never thought I would have the confidence to do a photoshoot. Especially one where I was wearing nothing! I have struggled with body image and self love for most of my life. I have always compared myself to others and wondered why I couldn't measure up. Kids to adults have been cruel throughout my life. I have had many people try to bring me down for different reasons from my teeth before braces to my weight changes.

I have struggled with eating disorders, depression, anxiety and self harm. I have to choose every day to fight to rise above it and have realized life is more than trying to fit in and measuring up to a certain "standard". I also reaIized the standards I've had for myself are unrealistic because everyone is unique in their own way.

Another thing I've struggled with is different health issues from 9 years old being diagnosed with a thyroid disease and at age 25 being diagnosed with bells palsy. Dealing with this has honestly made it hard to not lose confidence in myself but I try everyday to be positive, take care of myself and love myself because if you don't love yourself and see yourself as positive its hard to do the same for others.

I randomly did this shoot with Katie because I wanted a special Christmas gift to my husband. I felt nervous about it at first because I was afraid how big my body would look or if my nerves started spasming in my face how funny I would look. But after seeing the pictures I smiled and looked at myself differently seeing my beauty that Katie captured made me feel good. I would highly recommend Katie, she is so sweet and makes you feel comfortable and gorgeous and takes amazing pictures!

Glambassador Autumn {A Boudoir Story}

I have always wanted to do a Boudoir session but lacked the confidence to book an appointment. I kept saying to myself, "lose 20 pounds, or wait until you get a tan!!" I wanted to look like what Hollywood shows us how we should look. A certain standard.

I have never fit into that Hollywood standard. I have always had an issue with what I see in the mirror, with no clothes on or in sexy lingerie. I avoid mirrors like it's the plague. I have let hurtful comments from men replay in my head over and over until I have literally believed them. The strange thing is, I have never heard women tear me down but rather the men have and for most of my life.

One day, a friend of mine invited me to Katie's Boudoir private group page and Katie offered up an application if you will to become one of her Glambassadors. I kept looking at it and reading it. Wanting to apply and then backed off and went to apply again and thought to myself, "why not, what have a got to lose?" I never thought I would have been been chosen. But that day has played a significant change in me. A new me. No more rude, derogatory comments will bother me, no more abusive words will tear me down. NO MORE!!!! So I accepted the position as Glambassador and chose to walk down the path to a new me and to help create a new path for all women and of all sizes. I hope to be a part of this movement and stop the problem we have as women. We should be uplifting our sisters, friends, co-workers and such. Instead of tearing down these beautiful creatures we are all meant to be. Doing this Boudoir session will empower you as a woman...I promise!!!

My biggest fear before my photo shoot was: will the cellulite show up, will my big legs and arms look bigger in the pictures, will my lower pooch be a prominent element in the pictures from having surgeries and kids. Basically, will all the flaws that I see look gross in the pictures??? The answer is NO. Katie is such a professional and has a keen eye and how to use the lighting and angle of the camera to show off your assets!!! My confidence in myself was about a 4 out of 10. After the photo shoot, my confidence level was a 20. I was on a high all night long. Then, Katie sent me about 4 images and I was all on fire!!! I couldn't believe that was ME in those photos. ME!!!!! I couldn't stop looking at them and days later, I am in complete AWE!!!! It literally made me proud and tears flowed down my cheeks. All these years I have been seeing myself all wrong.

I was absolutely nervous before the shoot. I'm such a planner and I really didn't know what to expect. But once I arrived and met the glam team, my nerves disappeared quickly!!! Her team is completely amazing and the transformation is outstanding!! After I looked in the mirror and saw my makeup and my hair; it lit a fire in me. I was going to perform, with Katie's guidance and make her proud as a Glambassador and to make myself proud!!!

I would highly recommend Katie and her team. If you have been holding back for any reason, let it all go and do this for yourself. Empower yourself!! It's in you and Katie will guide you the whole way!!!

Glambassador Brittany {A Boudoir Story}

I heard about Katie's boudoir work through a friend of mine. She said she did a session, and was absolutely glowing with confidence when she showed me her photos. My friend told me I should do a session, and I thought, "I don't think so" and gave a nervous giggle. Katie's work was amazing, but I wasn't the type to really leave it all out there.

Throughout middle and high school, I was teased, ridiculed, and harassed for my fast developing curves. It took a lot of years, a lot of God, and a lot of doting from my husband to feel the way I do about myself. Still, I wasn't sure I was able to do something so "not me". I'm a tomboy, musician, and for the most part, an introvert. But then...
...This same friend sent me a link to Katie's website, and what came up was that she was looking for "Glambassadors"; women who wanted to lift up other women. Women that had been through things with their bodies. Women that may also need a confidence boost. I thought, "Ya know what? I'm going to try to become a glambassador. If I, a size 16, can strip myself down to lingerie in front of a camera and learn to be comfortable, maybe I can help someone else love their body."

The email letting me know I was chosen to be a glambassador immediately sent a wave of excitement through me. I was going to get prettied up by professionals and, as my husband said, finally see myself the way he does. The butterflies and countdown began.

Fast forward to the day of the shoot, I arrive at Katie's studio, bag of next-to-nothings in hand. "I am curvy. I am porcelain. I am a queen" I thought to myself, almost trying to convince myself in my mother's voice. And as soon as I walked in, the air felt calm. I knew this was a place where girls of every shape and size were put on a pedestal and encouraged and empowered.

Throughout hair, makeup, and the shoot, all I felt was acceptance. I felt like I was on top of the world. Every flaw I feared to bear seemed nonexistent. The constant encouragement and coaching made me feel like a goddess. When I finally saw my pictures, I was speechless. I'd never seen myself look so feminine and soft. I actually believed and was ready to admit that I looked pretty. My confidence has soared from this experience, and I'm so glad I did it.
Any woman that has ever had a problem with herself or has battled to come to a point of self love, needs to do a session with Katie Larrington. Her work goes far beyond photography. Her work is uplifting her fellow female, and that's exactly what she does.

Heather {A Boudoir Story}

I don't even know what I would do without my amazing clients. It's so fun to see them come out of their shell during our time together. I can't explain the feeling that I get every time I receive a sweet message saying that I helped someone with their body image, helped create a great gift, or just uplifted someones mood even if only for an hour.

"In today's society us ladies feel like we have to have a perfect body, even after having a child. It doesn't always "go back" not everyone is lucky to have everything go back to how it was, I know I wasn't one of those lucky ones, but I was lucky to have a healthy, handsome boy. And that's all that matters.

I've always had a little "pouch" even when I was at my lowest weight (in high school). I have always hated my body, there was something I always wanted to change... But after having this photoshoot with Katie has changed the way I think about myself. I look in the mirror and see a beautiful girl that needs to stop putting her self down all the time. I am still sexy even if a little extra weight still hasn't gone away.

When Katie sent me a couple photos the night after my photoshoot... Oh goodness, I couldn't stop smiling or looking at them. I so wanted to show my husband but it was for a gift, so I sent them to my mom and my cousin.

My favorite part was dressing up of course, putting on glittery sexy high heels and looking in the mirror, especially after putting on the body suit that look intimidating (I was doubting myself the whole time)... I put it on and I looked HOT!!

Ladies, if you have been wanting to do a boudoir photoshoot but want to get those "extra 5 pounds off" don't wait, just do it now!!! You will be amazed how beautiful you are.

The photos and the experience were absolutely amazing, every lady needs a book of herself in lingerie. Even if it's just for her. And men if you want a gift that will last forever, buy her a session ;)"

Kaitlyn {A Boudoir Story}

Sometimes people come into your life and you just know that it's meant to be. I often spend weeks prior to sessions talking with clients, reassuring them that it's going to be awesome, discussing outfit choices and how they want their session to feel. Their comfort level is my greatest concern. "If you feel sexy, you'll look sexy." Confidence is the sexiest thing you can wear and this beauty was overflowing with it. Hear what she has to say below.

My experience with Katie Larrington was wonderful from start to finish. I had anticipated my body looking a lot different by the time my boudoir session came around, but even though I was feeling weary, Katie had plans to make me feel comfortable, beautiful and sexy the entire time.

Seriously ladies, trust her! She knows exactly what to do to make you feel incredible, and the end result is for sure going to make your partner go crazy! Katie did more than give me beautiful photos, she gave me confidence I had been missing for years. xoxo

Carly {A Boudoir Story}

Today we are doing things a bit differently! Instead of me telling you how beautiful and fun my client was (which of course she's gorgeous and a blast to be around), I'm going to let her tell you in her own words how this session has affected her and her relationship. I'm so happy for her :)

After baby number three my self esteem had dropped dramatically which clearly affected my marriage. My husband would walk through the door after working all day and would want nothing more than to get in bed with me. How, I don't know. Most days I hadn't showered yet, I had spit up in my hair, still in my jammies with the kids but he still found me attractive (Me- not so much). When it came bed time the LAST thing I wanted when I layed down to go to sleep was to be intimate. Honestly I just wanted sleep.

I WANTED soooo bad to be the sexy, young thing I use to be who was always up for having fun with my sweet man. But children, housework and life got in the way. I had been praying that something would change. That I would be able to bring some spice back into our marriage.

I decided to do a Boudoir Session for my Husbands birthday and it was the BEST idea ever... Nervous, BOY was I nervous. I've never done anything like that in my life. But, I wanted my husband to know my love for him was still what it use to be. I wanted to give him a part of me that I had never given another man. He was BLOWN away by the pictures. He was sooooo surprised and super excited. He's made me try on each outfit for him and the look on his face has been priceless. He's like a kid on Christmas. Our marriage is better than ever and he can't keep his hands off me.

Thank you Katie for giving me the confidence I needed to spice up my marriage. My husband thanks you greatly :)

Morgan {Session Review}

As an artist, it's really easy to get into a routine, get comfortable and then realize months or years later that something that was once your passion, is now your job. In an effort to keep my "spark" alive as well as learn from some of the best in the industry, I attended a meetup on Friday with multiple photographers and models in the area to network, build portfolios and try new things. It was amazing and so worth the time invested to be able to work with such talent.

Meet Morgan: Our dark haired beauty. She was amazing, had the cutest dress on and tried out my favorite white gown. Plus she has the sweetest puzzle piece tattoo that snuck into a few images. You'll be seeing more of her for sure!

Marcella {Boudoir Session Mini Series} Part 2

A month after our first session, Marcella was back at the studio for a Valentine's Day session. With a red comforter freshly added to our studio, we had a great time trying out some new things. With just as much confidence as the first time, she tackled the hardest of poses with ease and left me in awe of how easily we created the most beautiful art together. There was no going back, we were meant to work together.

Marcella {Boudoir Session Mini Series} Part 1

Sometimes a client walks into the studio and I just know that it's going to be a good fit. Marcella walked into my studio a few years ago and we had the best session that I had had up to that point. She was amazingly confident, took directions like a pro, and was up for literally anything I asked her to do. It was the start of a beautiful friendship. 

Stay tuned in the weeks to come to see how our relationship grew into something amazingly beautiful.

Meet the Crew {Lingerie Guide} - Ol' Blue

Ol' Blue came to us about a year ago and has been sitting in the closet with very little action although she is very beautiful. She features a beautiful deep blue satin fabric and a low cut back. This floor length beauty is everything you could ask for with lace inserts to show some skin while leaving everything up to the imagination. Ol' Blue is a size medium and is ready to serve you!

Faith {Boudoir Session}

I'm always so honored when people from out of town find my website or hear a recommendation and love my work enough to travel to my studio. It's literally one of the best feelings ever. Faith came to me from out of town and her session has been one of my absolute favorites. She was confident and so beautiful that it hurts. After her session, she loved her images so much that she is coming back for round two! {Which BTW is another one of the best feelings ever - repeat clients who just can't get enough of the confidence and self-love that comes with Boudoir.} We can't wait to see you again, Faith!

Meet the Crew {Lingerie Guide} - The Leia

We have an awful lot of black in our studio wardrobe and sometimes we need to add a splash of color! We're featuring a big splash of RED today! The Leia features a vibrant red color in a very unique shape. It ties on both sides so it is a very versatile piece, fitting many sizes. It shows a lot or a little skin depending on posing and what you are going for. If you're looking for something saucy with a red look that suits Valentine's Day, Christmas, or just because red is the color of love, we highly suggest the Leia for you!

Meet the Crew {Lingerie Guide} - Leather Handcuffs

We don't just have clothing choices in the studio for you! We also have lots of fun props! This week we feature our amazing leather handcuffs. These leather handcuffs are sure to add a sexy element to your session! Featuring thick black leather cuffs with gold clasps and hooks, these cuffs aren't your regular handcuffs. They bring a more upscale yet still sensual aspect to the bondage scene. Even if you don't use cuffs at home, this prop can add a daring aspect to your session and open up a door for you in the future!

To purchase your own, visit www.pureromance.com/jodieham

Meet the Crew {Lingerie Guide} - The Vickie

A combination of black lace and red satin, this bodysuit is sure to thrill! It shows just enough on the sides to ensure maximum sensuality but keeps enough hidden to lead the imagination on a wild ride. Featuring red as its dominant color, The Vickie is great for Christmas and Valentine's Day themed sessions but is versatile enough to be used year round. 

The Vickie is a size medium body suit that doesn't stretch much.

Meet the Crew {Lingerie Guide} - The Golden Cage

Our Golden Cage bra and panties set is one of my favorite sets. Purchased with the studio in mind, I was drawn to its beautiful design and detail.  It is designed for maximum sexiness and it delivers every time. The gold and black lace offer both allure and a sense of class and can be made to look fierce, or seductive given the right circumstances. This set isn't for the faint of heart, it takes a tiger to wear The Golden Cage.

The set is a size small and doesn't have much give in it. 

Meet the Crew {Lingerie Guide} – The Taylor

The star of the Katie Larrington Boudoir Photography studio is The Taylor. She has been requested more than any other piece that we have, so much so that we ended up buying her in 2 more colors after her popularity grew so much so quick! I first saw this piece at a consignment shop in Salem and it was love at first sight, you know that feeling you get when you know as soon as you pick up clothes in a store, before you even put it on, that it’s going to be your favorite piece? It was just like that. The color was this awesome blush color and the ruffles were so big and beautiful! So elegant and vintage and amazing. I was with my boyfriend who thought it was the worst looking thing on the planet and I was determined to prove him wrong. Immediately after buying it, I texted one of my best friends who shares my love of vintage lingerie and she jumped at the chance to help me show him how beautiful it was. A week later, we shot with The Taylor and it was a hit! We posted it on Facebook and all of a sudden, I was getting messages left and right.  Everyone wanted to know where they could find that lingerie and how they could shoot with it. People were loving it (and still are)! It is the first in our weekly Lingerie Guide series due to its rightful place as our most adored piece of lingerie.

All colors of The Taylor are size medium but have elastic waists to stretch to both small and large as well as off the shoulder ruffles to fit the largest selection of clients possible!