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Self Care is Priceless – Why Spoiling Yourself is Worth It

Self care is immensely important to our overall mental and physical health. Self care taps into that mind-body connection so vividly. There are many amazing self care goddesses out there. They are not afraid to take charge, put themselves first, and find time for small joys and big relaxation. But if you are anything like […]

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Why We Should Celebrate Women Everyday

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To celebrate women every day is a beautiful thing. Women have been a driving force in society for centuries. We have grown and evolved over the years from being solely viewed as property and reproducing children in our families. Just a few generations ago, women weren’t allowed to vote, work, or drive legally. We have […]

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Why Controlling Your Own Narrative is Empowering

Do you feel you are controlling your own narrative? Do you have a front seat to your own life?  We’re all dictated by the narrative in our heads, but you may not realize the influences that shape your story. Not only does your narrative shape who you are–character development, if you will–but it often shapes […]

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Boudoir Lingerie FAQ: 3 Best Tips to Compliment Your Body

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Do you know how to choose your boudoir lingerie? Not the shapeless babydolls found in the aisle of Wal-Mart that you wear to sleep, but pieces that compliment your body? It’s ok if the answer is no. Not every woman wears sexy outfits for their partners–or themselves. There is nothing inherently wrong with choosing what […]

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Empowering Client Experiences with Our Boudoir Studio

Finding the right boudoir studio in Pittsburgh can be overwhelming. The same can be said about sourcing nearly any boudoir photography studio for you. Boudoir photography is intimate, and understanding which photographer to choose is intimidating. But it doesn’t have to be that way. The team at the GFE is always here to help you […]

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Our Guide to Embracing Your Sensual Self-Expression in Boudoir

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At the GFE, we allow you to embrace your sensual self-expression side. It’s actually what we do best! We want you to feel your most empowered and beautiful self behind our lense. Boudoir forces you to embrace a new side of your own sensuality and vulnerability about your body. It can seem challenging to some […]

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3 Bold Boudoir Trends We Love at the GFE

Just like on social media, there are trending boudoir photography themes that we see regularly. Although I am not one to follow traditional boudoir trends, there are some trends we’ve seen this year that we absolutely love. As artists and photographers get to adopt different styles that suit their vision best. The best photographers help […]

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Fun Before the Photoshoot: 5 Splurges to Boost Your Confidence

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A boudoir photoshoot goes beyond wearing lingerie in front of a stranger. Sure, that happens too, but if you’re new here, you might not understand there is something bigger to boudoir at The Girlfriend Experience in Pittsburgh. Our goal is for you to walk out of the studio feeling more confident than you have in […]

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Ageless Couples Boudoir: 3 Captivating GFE Couples Featured

Ageless couples boudoir challenges the narrative that sensuality and self-expression belong only to the young. The reality is that it is a reclamation of beauty, desire, and the right to feel confident in your own skin, regardless of age. The beauty of ageless couples boudoir is how to capture a moment in time that leaves […]

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