Boudoir Experience Reviews – Real Women, Real Transformations

Hallie

I had been thinking about doing a boudoir shoot before my wedding and finally reached out to Chantal, and I’m so glad I did! She’s so lovely and we connected straight away. I went into the shoot feeling excited but also a little nervous. Like most people, there are parts of myself I’m not totally confident about, and I worried those areas would stand out in the photos or that I’d only be able to focus on them, even if the rest of the image looked beautiful.

From the moment I arrived, Chantal put me completely at ease. She was warm, reassuring, and easy to be around, so I felt like I could relax and trust her direction. The makeup and hair artist was amazing too and made me feel so glam, which was such a treat since most days I have my hair up and wear little to no makeup.

We tried many different looks throughout the shoot, and seeing the final photos was mind-blowing. I looked like a different version of myself—sexy, strong, and proud. Instead of focusing on the things I normally pick apart, I saw a whole version of me. It reminded me that beauty doesn’t mean perfection.

I would definitely recommend this experience to anyone considering it. Choosing my final images was so tough because there were so many I loved. I even joked with friends about turning them into keyrings because I felt so proud of how they turned out.

It’s not just about getting nice photos, though I really love them. It was a step outside my comfort zone, and I definitely see myself in a new light. I came away with a confidence boost for my wedding but also with a stronger appreciation for myself overall. It was an experience I’d recommend to anyone looking to celebrate themselves.

Vicki

Wow, what can I say. Firstly I need to thank Chantal for the new found respect I have for my body, I have never seen myself in the way I look in the photos and now realise I actually look ok, no infact I look good - so much better than I ever knew!

I was terrified, even getting in contact with Chantal to make the enquir, but my husband is my biggest fan and I wanted to get an album as a wedding present for him. Little did I know at the time what it would do for me too!

In my 40’s, having had 3 children I hated my mum tum the most but that opinion has changed.

Chantal relaxed me on our initial phone call and from the second I arrived at her studio. She made the shoot so much fun, guiding me and having a laugh all the way through. I absolutely loved and it’s safe to say my husband was very pleased with his wedding present.

I can’t recommend both Chantal and this experience enough. Do it ladies, it will change how you see yourself!

Vikki

What an experience! Couldnt recommend it more, Chantal was so friendly, made the whole thing so chilled and relaxed. I walked in super nervous & feeling insecure, yet let full of confidence & excitment!
Lovely down to earth woman, we could chat for hours! I am so happy with my photos too, looking for an excuse to do it all over again!

Laura

Just wanted to say a huge thank you for my boudoir photoshoot.

I was equally nervous and excited when I booked but I really wanted to do something different and exciting just for me. I couldn't think of anything that wasn't too crazy, (bungee jumping/marathons arent really me) until a friend showed me her photos; she looked absolutely incredible!

So along I rock to your fabulous studio, excited at the prospect of having my hair and make-up done, less excited about dressing up in front of someone new. How wrong could I be! I felt instantly comfy, you were just so lovely, I relaxed quickly and I actually started to feel really excited about the shoot!

Now, I'm no model. I'm curvy, i have cellulite on my bum and a few tiger marks however, when I saw my photos, I actually felt proud of my imperfections. For the first time in a long time I felt proud of my body! Somehow, you have capture the very things I hate about my body and enabled me to see those 'flaws' in an entirely new and positive light!

I can not tell you (not to get too gushy) how much this experienced has boosted my confidence - the photos I'll treasure forever!

I really can't articulate how thankful I am, I'm so in love with them, so I just wanted to say thanks so much for not only the shoot, but for the confidence boost and for being so lovely!

See you in a year or two for the next one!

Huge, huge thanks.

Serena

On Saturday I hd a boudoir photo shoot with the lovely Chantal Storrs-Barbor at her studio in Surrey.

On arriving I was greeted with a choice of drinks including prosecco and taken through to the studio.

The studio was amazing with lots of props and an area for having your makeup and hair done by the in house pamper team, which then once all set turned into an apt changing area.

Chantal chatted with me about what I wanted from the shoot. And took some behind the scenes photos whist I was being pampered.

We then got to work on my chosen outfits. ( I took a lot of product with me as was not sure what or how much I would need )

My first outfit was one of my personal favourites and a product from our last catalogue. I was nervous, being a mum of 5 children and running 2 businesses I rarely get time to breathe, let alone take quality time out to feel empowered and sexy, but Chantal soon made me feel like this was my job and before I knew it I was rolling around on white sheets and posing like I had been doing it for years.

All different elements were used to create the images, I particularly enjoyed the wind machine and loved the idea of using fairy lights to create a beautiful light.

The photo shoot lasted around 3hrs but felt like moments as I was having such fun.

Chantal gave me sneak peaks into some of the images and I was pleasantly surprised by what I was seeing.

I left the studio beaming from ear to ear and couldn't wait to get home and tell my hubby and friends all about my time at Captivate Boudoir Studio.

KAT

Can't recommend Chantal at CAPTIVATE highly enough. The whole session was so much fun, so relaxed, zero pressure, and I felt incredible from start to finish. And the end result? Wow. The photos are out of this world. I can't believe it's actually me! I wanted a more "reserved" session, just a little bit cheeky, but very feminine and flirty. Chantal gave me precisely what I asked for, and I felt I was in control of the session throughout. Chantal knows exactly how to make you feel relaxed. She's such a genuine person, and it's obvious how much she loves her work. I can't wait to come back and have another session! Thanks, Chantal. You're amazing!

LEILA

Wow, what can I say!! Thank you Chantal Storrs-Barbor for such an absolutely amazing boudoir shoot. I literally felt a million dollars from start to finish. Was spoilt with a mini bottle of Prosecco! . So relaxed and comfortable all the way through, you really are a truly talented lady! I can’t even put into words how over the moon I am right now, and I’ve only seen 9 of the pictures! I can’t wait to see the rest. Thank you thank you thank you a million times. If you haven’t booked in for this yet, you NEED to! What an amazing boost! x

Camberley, Surrey

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