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Why We Should Celebrate Women Everyday

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

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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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Celebrating Yourself: 3 Empowering Life Lessons in Perspective, Guilt, & Boundaries

When was the last time you were taking the time celebrating yourself? This weekend I had a very worthwhile reason that I needed to take the time celebrating me. I celebrated another trip around the sun for me. I’ve reached 42 years of life officially. Most days I love spending my time behind the boudoir […]

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Our Past Clients Speak: Why Chose the GFE Boudoir Pittsburgh

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The Girlfriend Experience Boudoir Pittsburgh has been my passion and business for over a decade now! This is my world, where radical self-confidence meets allure and is then immortalized through the lens of boudoir! I have been a part of so many boudoir journeys for countless people over the years. People have have traveled both […]

Embracing Your Main Character in Boudoir – Be Whoever You Want to Be

You are watching a movie, and brilliant things are happening. The main character’s energy is thrilling, and you are on the edge of your seat to see how they pull through. Maybe she gets the guy. Maybe she learns she is a badass exactly how she is, but either way, you wish for even a […]

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Sensuality vs. Sexuality: Both Are Important

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Many people get the terms sensuality and sexuality mistaken as the same thing. While each allows us to feel and express our bodies in a way that makes us feel happy, these words are ultimately similar yet different. Words have important definitions, and though the English language can be confusing, sensual and sexual are not […]

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Boudoir Photoshoot Prep FAQ: Skin 101

One common question our boudoir clients ask about is how to prep and prepare their skin for their photoshoot. We get it! You’re not used to being in front of the camera. And chances are, you’re the photographer in your family, capturing all the memorable images of your family that you barely have pictures of […]

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Bridal Boudoir Doesn’t Have To Be Cliche

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If you’re getting married, chances are you’ve been thinking about an intimate gift for your spouse-to-be. Maybe you’re even thinking about Bridal Boudoir, but you’re not sure what that means. According to brides.com, “Bridal boudoir is an intimate form of professional photography in which a bride poses while wearing revealing clothing.” We’d like to add […]

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Planning for Your Unforgettable Boudoir Photoshoot: Just Trust Us

Planning for your boudoir photoshoot can be overwhelming. You want to hire the right boudoir photographer who will not only capture you in all your beauty but also make you comfortable being so vulnerable in front of the camera lens. Ah, trust. That elusive, uncontrollable act that breaks many of us into hives. We’ve all […]

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Making Plans and Power Moves

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When we went into lockdown, there were fantastic and unexpected benefits for me. I was able to clean out my closets. Whittle down my stack of papers that gets taller everyday. I got to enjoy my teenagers. My dog finally got the attention she deserves. It was really lovely to be still for a while. […]