Welcome to Our Nashville Boudoir Blog
Welcome to Holly Douglas & Co, where timeless elegance meets the art of empowerment. We are not just a boudoir studio; we are a sanctuary of self-expression and self-love, dedicated to helping you discover and embrace your inner beauty.
At HDCO in Nashville, Tennessee, we believe that every individual possesses a unique, captivating essence that deserves to be celebrated. Our mission is to create an empowering and transformative experience through the art of boudoir photography. We understand that the journey towards self-confidence and self-acceptance can be profound, and we are here to guide you through it.
Miss C’s Boudoir Testimonial | In Awe of Her Own Photos
Miss C. says that she never liked photos of herself before her boudoir session with Holly Douglas & Co., but she was literally in awe when she saw her own boudoir photos!
Miss C’s Boudoir Testimonial
In Awe of Her Own Photos
We at Holly Douglas & Co. believe that EVERY woman, man, person and couple should experience a boudoir photoshoot at least once in their lifetimes. We love empowering people and boosting their self-confidence through the art of boudoir photography! Of course, people expect to hear that from us, the boudoir photographers, because we do this for a living. Boudoir testimonials written by our past clients who have actually experienced a boudoir session, on the other hand, are the most convincing! For this reason, Holly Douglas & Co. proudly features a new boudoir experience testimonial each week.
This week's boudoir experience testimonial comes from the gorgeous Miss C., who was photographed in our luxury boudoir studio in East Nashville, Tennessee!
Tell us about yourself?
I’m a 41 year old mother of four; a 21 year old, a 20 year old, and soon to be 18 year old twins! I am a nurse practitioner. I love being outdoors. I love hiking, kayaking, camping, fishing, and shooting guns. I am recently divorced, so I have loved starting household projects and buying tools. Home Depot is probably my favorite store these days. I love to hate taking care of my 7 acres and the dream house that I have. I love music. I love doing silly things like go kart racing and arcades and trampoline parks, amusement parks, and water parks. I love the water. I love the beach. I love traveling, but when I travel I usually stick to the less touristy places off the beaten path. I have cats and dogs. I love to cook and bake, especially for the people I love.
How did you hear about Holly Douglas & Co and what made you want to book with us?
I have seen Facebook ads and they are all gorgeous!
What was your initial reason for booking?
I’ve been divorced about four years, after being married for 20. It was a terrible relationship; he was very mentally and verbally abusive. I was not allowed the freedom to do anything for myself. I am now with the sweetest, most caring, loving, supportive, and perfect man. I wanted to do something for me, but also for this man that I am completely in love with. I wanted pictures of me feeling confident, sexy, and beautiful, both for me and for him. I never had the confidence or support to do anything like this until he came into my life.
Did you have any expectations going into the shoot? What were they?
I thought I would be much more nervous and shy, but Courtney made me feel at ease! I had seen pictures of the boudoir sessions before and everyone’s are always so beautiful! I really expected to only like 3 or 4 of myself, but there were probably 50 that I LOVED…and just the raw pictures without photoshop!!!
Were you nervous about the shoot beforehand? If so, what were you most nervous about?
I was nervous that I would be too shy to open up and get the pictures that I wanted.
Did you become more comfortable after the session started? If so, what helped to relax your nerves?
I was so comfortable, really through the whole process! Courtney was really wonderful. She was so happy and helpful. She didn’t make me feel uncomfortable for a second!
How did you feel during your session?
I felt pretty and sexy throughout my session. I really felt like I was getting some good pictures, though I wasn’t prepared to love literally ALL of them.
Describe how you felt when you saw your images for the first time.
I was really in awe of how good they were. I never like pictures of myself and could not believe that she had so many good ones!!!!
What was your favorite part of the experience and why?
I don’t think I can pick a favorite part! The whole experience was wonderful, from the hair and makeup to the picture reveal! I am so glad I did it!!!
Has anything changed for you since your boudoir experience and seeing your gallery? How has boudoir impacted your body image as a woman?
It has definitely helped my body image. Seeing and loving the raw, untouched images was such a confidence boost. I didn’t expect to love them so much! I can’t wait to get the pictures back!!
What advice would you give to another woman considering a boudoir experience with Holly Douglas & Co?
Do it! Take the time. Spend the money. You’re worth it!
Would you recommend Holly Douglas & Co for the luxury boudoir experience to others?
I would absolutely recommend Courtney and Holly for this experience!!! Every woman should do it!
Thank you for sharing your boudoir experience testimonial, Miss C.!
Miss A’s Boudoir Testimonial | The Second Session Was For Herself
After having a boudoir photoshoot for her first husband years ago, find out why Miss A. decided to book a second boudoir session totally for herself. (Including a behind-the-scenes video!)
Miss A’s Boudoir Testimonial
The Second Session Was For Herself
We at Holly Douglas & Co. believe that EVERY woman, man, person and couple should experience a boudoir photoshoot at least once in their lifetimes. We love empowering people and boosting their self-confidence through the art of boudoir photography! Of course, people expect to hear that from us, the boudoir photographers, because we do this for a living. Boudoir testimonials written by our past clients who have actually experienced a boudoir session, on the other hand, are the most convincing! For this reason, Holly Douglas & Co. proudly features a new boudoir experience testimonial each week.
This week's boudoir experience testimonial comes from the gorgeous Miss A., who was photographed in our luxury boudoir studio in East Nashville, Tennessee!
Tell us about yourself?
I am a 41-year-old single mom of two teenagers. I work full-time as a RN and a busy cardiac Cathlab. I truly enjoy my job. I get to help perform miracles every day.
How did you hear about Holly Douglas & Co and what made you want to book with us?
Instagram. I have been following Holly for a long time and I’ve always loved her work
What was your initial reason for booking?
I had boudoir pictures made back when I was married for my husband. I love the experience that I had then and the confidence that it gave me after seeing my pictures. Since then I have been divorced, and I’ve concentrated on my health and changing my body. I had the pictures made so that I could see myself for what I look like instead of just what I feel like and all the changes that I have been through
Did you have any expectations going into the shoot? What were they?
I didn’t have expectations. I had more hopes of what they would turn out like - believe me they met those expectations. My pictures were absolutely breathtaking!
Were you nervous about the shoot beforehand? If so, what were you most nervous about?
A couple of days before my shoot, I was looking through my emails to confirm my appointment and realized I didn’t have anything to wear. I sent an email to Holly with my concerns of not having time to shop or have anything to bring. She reassured me that it was fine, that she had plenty of options for me to choose from. They have a beautiful closet and she picked out beautiful pieces for me.
Did you become more comfortable after the session started? If so, what helped to relax your nerves?
I was nervous when I started, but then I just did what she said - main thing was to breathe and try to relax. She told me from the beginning that “if it bends were bending it, if it moves or moving it,” and that’s exactly what we did.
How did you feel during your session?
During my session, I felt silly. I felt like I was gonna look goofy in my pictures that my face was gonna be awkward that my body was gonna be awkward. That I wasn’t gonna like how my body looked, that I was gonna look to posed. You have a lot of things going through your mind when you’re taking pictures. None of these were even a concern after I saw my pictures.
Describe how you felt when you saw your images for the first time.
I was really nervous to see my pictures to see how I looked, to see how my body looked. My first look at my pictures I was in awe of myself - they were absolutely beautiful. I was like OH HELL this BITCH is hot 🔥! Is this really me? This is what I look like? I could not have asked for any better experience or photographer to have these done.
What was your favorite part of the experience and why?
To just get to do this for myself. To put everything aside and say this is something that I want for me and they made it happen.
Has anything changed for you since your boudoir experience and seeing your gallery? How has boudoir impacted your body image as a woman?
As a woman, you never see yourself the way everybody else does - you always pick out your flaws. Going through your pictures, you’re still gonna pick out your flaws, but that’s the only way that you can decide which picture you like better - they are all absolutely beautiful so they were so hard to pick from. That was the hardest part was deciding what pictures that I wanted because they were all the best of the best!!!
What advice would you give to another woman considering a boudoir experience with Holly Douglas & Co?
Just go in and relax and let them do what they love to do. When someone has passion for their work, you can tell and that’s what they do. Trust them and let them do an amazing job with your pictures.
Would you recommend Holly Douglas & Co for the luxury boudoir experience to others?
ABSOLUTELY!!!
Is there anything else you'd like to add to your interview?
When they say to stretch, they are absolutely not joking. You need to be prepared. You will be sore the next day.!!!!
Thank you for sharing your boudoir experience testimonial, Miss A.!