The best lingerie brands for boudoir...
Your makeup is perfect, your hair is immaculate, and Mateusz is ready to turn you into a goddess on camera. What did we miss? Lingerie! Of course, you don’t HAVE to wear lingerie at your photo session. There are plenty of great alternatives. But if you love lingerie as much as we do here at Silk + Salt, we’ve got some recommendations for you.
Before we talk about what to buy, please remember that we have a client closet that you can borrow from in sizes XS-6X. DO NOT SPEND MONEY ON SOMETHING YOU’RE ONLY GOING TO WEAR ONCE! But if you love lingerie shopping or you’re looking for something really specific, we’re here for you, girl.
Unfortunately, not all lingerie is created equal. Some lingerie chafes, is too big or waaaayyy too small, or falls apart the second you try to put it on. We at S+S take lingerie very seriously, and so we took it upon ourselves to test these brands so you don't have to. We have pieces in our closet from every one of these brands. Now you can purchase with confidence! Ok, let’s mention these unmentionables!
Shein
Why We Adore It:
The prices seem too good to be true, and sizes are inclusive. Shein has some of the cutest styles, sticking to the classics, but also has some uniquely spicy picks. We turn to Shein for our more affordable but adorable pieces. They also have super cute and sultry sleepwear if that's more your speed, as well as some great sweaters for that ‘girl next door’ look. The only downside is their 4XL is only a size 20.
Price Point: $
Size Range: S-4X
Adore Me
Why We Adore It:
Clients recommend Adore Me to Silk + Salt again and again, and we see why. Their floral and lace sets are too cute, and every piece is affordable and beautiful. They also have a fun style quiz on their site. Simply enter your sizes, favorite styles, and colors, and boom! Personalized lingerie box sent right to your door. You can keep the pieces you love and return the ones you don't. No wonder our clients adore Adore Me.
Price Point: $$
Size Range: XS-4X
Torrid
Why We Adore It:
Torrid is a Silk + Salt favorite made exclusively for our gorgeous plus-sized queens! Their lace slips are to DIE for, and the quality of their lingerie is impeccable. Their prices aren't bank-breaking, either, but if you can catch one, they have amazing sales and promotions. Based online and locally, you can try stuff on in-store and return it online, or vice-versa. So convenient!
Price Point: $$
Size Range: L-6X (10-30)
Playful Promises
Why We Adore It:
Playful Promises has classic or whimsical styles, fantastic durability, all at amazing prices. Their site is fun to browse and they carry a variety of brands outside their own. A wide range of their lingerie is frequently on sale, and they frequently launch new lines. Their size range is fairly diverse, so if you're looking to add a touch of whimsy to your collection, Playful Promises is the way to go!
Price Point: $$
Size Range: 2-24 (look under their ‘Curve’ section for plus sizes)
Thistle and Spire
Why We Adore It:
Thistle and Spire is women-owned, and we are here for it! Their extraordinary lingerie fits wonderfully and is expertly crafted. We highly recommend their new Menagerie and Monarch collections: so stunning and colorful that it was love at first sight. Thistle and Spire is an artful and unique brand, perfect for anyone who wants to support women-owned businesses.
Price Point: $$$
Size Range: XS-3X
Honey Birdette
Why We Adore It:
Talk about bougie! Honey Birdette is a high-end brand that delivers. Their wide range of classic styles is giving us chills, babe. Incredible quality makes up for the higher price point, especially if you catch their frequent sales! Their fun accessories are unique to their site, and we absolutely recommend their bondage set if you like to add extra spice to your shoot.
Price Point: $$$$
Size Range: XXS-2X
So, your makeup is fierce, your hair is amah-zing, and your lingerie is jaw-dropping. Did we forget anything? Oh, yeah. Even with all these recommendations, remember that your radiance brings those boudoir photos to life. Your vibrant smile and true-to-you laugh are what make you genuinely magnetic. What you bring to the boudoir experience is unique and beautiful.
