13 Sexy Photoshoot Ideas For The ‘Gram

Looking for some boudoir-style sexy photoshoot ideas that will draw eyes to your Instagram and leave a lasting impression on your followers? We’ve compiled a list of 13 of our favorites, so read on for some major creative inspiration.

We also share suggestions for potential locations for photoshoots, all available for rent through Peerspace. Peerspace is the largest online marketplace for hourly venue rentals and the go-to when it comes to renting amazing photoshoot locations across the globe. But enough about us — let’s get to the sexy photoshoot ideas!

1. Grab your partner and enjoy a sexy couple’s photoshoot

We’re starting off our list of sexy photoshoot ideas with a somewhat unexpected one. If you’re in a relationship, ask your partner if they’d be willing to do a photoshoot with you. You’ll be taking advantage of the natural chemistry between the two of you, which is sure to shine through in photos of you and lead to some memorable pics.

This idea can be adapted to lots of different themes and aesthetics, including a lot of the ideas on this list, so get creative and discuss your plans with your partner to figure out what would work best for both of you. For more ideas, check out our couples’ boudoir photoshoot ideas.

2. Dazzle the eye with a vintage pin-up photoshoot

If you’re a fan of pin-ups like Bettie Page and the retro/rockabilly mid-century aesthetic, this is a great source of inspiration for sexy photoshoot ideas.

Start by taking a look at some classic pin-up images, and finding the perfect set of retro-inspired lingerie. Then locate a space near you with a suitable retro aesthetic, such as this retro-themed motel room in Houston, Texas. This amazing space has beds and totally immersive decor, so a photoshoot here will pay off.

3. Go low-key sexy with an at-home photoshoot

One of the keys to ensuring your photoshoot is a success is that you be comfortable in your skin during it. Perhaps having it at home in your own bedroom could be the ticket to this kind of comfort. If you’re into photography and visuals we’ll bet you’ve put some thought into the look of your room, which will make it an especially great location. If not, it’s a great excuse to spruce things up a bit in there!

Our exotic photoshoot ideas will help spice up your sexy shoot. Check them out!

4. Play with light and do a golden hour/sunset photoshoot

There’s possibly no better time for photography, especially moody and sensual images, than the hours around and during sunset. They call it the golden hour for a reason.

Use this to your advantage by holding your photoshoot near sunset at a location full of natural light, such as this urban studio with tons of natural light in Pittsburgh, PA. A golden hour shoot here will be so dreamy and vibey!

5. Go full drama with a chiaroscuro photoshoot

Another sexy photoshoot idea is centered around the artistic technique known as chiaroscuro. It’s a “technique employed in the visual arts to represent light and shadow as they define three-dimensional objects,” according to Encyclopedia Britannica!

For your photoshoot, this means ultra-dramatic lighting that creates high contrast between light and shadow in your photos. This is the definition of eye-catching and we bet your photos will stop Instagram scrollers in their tracks.

6. Head out into nature for an outdoor garden photoshoot

If weather permits, being outside in fresh air for your photoshoot is an ideal sexy photoshoot idea. Fresh air is good for the soul – feeling the sun on your skin is sure to relax you and make you feel extra comfortable and happy.

We’d recommend laying down a large, comfortable blanket in a private garden like these private gardens in Tucker, GA. It is 1.3 acres of outdoor space to explore, with a secret garden, a waterfall, a koi pond, and more to pose with sensually.

In the words of a photographer who booked a shoot here: “I booked this space for a photoshoot with one person. Our host Meeyong was very responsive, kind, and accomidating. The space was beautiful with so many varied areas to shoot in. We could have spent all day here. I will definitely be back.”

7. Enjoy a selfie photoshoot in a sexy setting

Here’s an easy and almost certainly low- or no-cost sexy photoshoot idea. Take the photos yourself, perhaps even with your phone camera. Consider it an elevated take on the mirror selfie! It’s a fun, informal option that will put you at ease.

If you feel like investing in an awesome setting to take this idea up a notch, search Peerspace for selfie studios near you. These curated spaces offer you numerous fully furnished sets in one space and often include ring lights and other equipment to allow you to take the perfect selfie. One of our favorites is this selfie museum photo and video oasis in Syracuse, NY. The boudoir set we featured above is perfect for all your sexy photoshoot ideas!

8. Embrace a retro-glam aesthetic with a 1970s disco photoshoot

Like idea #2 on this list, this is a retro photoshoot, but from a totally different decade and thus with a totally different vibe. If you’re a fan of the era of disco and the flamboyant, colorful fashion of the 1970s (which is very in right now and only growing in popularity), then this is the sexy photoshoot idea for you.

Just be sure to choose a great location – something like this private mansion with a disco dance lounge in Montville, NJ. It’s a fun and funky space that offers you plenty of sexy photoshoot ideas.

9. Add new dimensions with a colored light photoshoot

Use colored lights to tint your photos – red? Green? Violet? All three? The choice is yours. And in so doing, create a beautiful and enthralling visual effect. You’ll want to do this type of photoshoot in a space with a simple backdrop and plenty of lighting options.

Consider renting out a professional photo studio for this idea that provides you with different lighting. For instance, we love the idea of renting this tile room studio in Los Angeles, CA. It’s a truly unique space that has remote-control-operated RGBW LED color-changing ceiling lights. You can easily play around with the 16 color options here and create amazing sexy photos while you’re at it.

A director who booked this studio shared the following informative review: “Luna was a great and helpful host. The place is even better in person. A great vibe for any of Your visual needs.”

10. Get playful with a Victorian corset photoshoot

Hoping to show off an especially luxurious set of lingerie? Itching to break out that 19th-century corset you’ve been hiding in your closet?

An ornate Victorian parlor room like this one in Houston, Texas could be the perfect location for this style of photoshoot. Its ornate wallpaper, plush sofas, and glimmering chandeliers will add the perfect Victorian touch to your images. As one reviewer who booked a video shoot here commented, “I had an amazing experience today at this beautiful space for a video shoot. Paulina was our host for the day and she was amazing. I will definitely book again.” 

Want to go in a more performance-based direction? Then you need to see our sultry burlesque photoshoot ideas!

11. Luxuriate in a sensual milk bath

As long as you have a shooting location with a working bathtub, you can execute a milk bath photoshoot. The white-tinted water surrounds your body and creates an almost surreal, otherworldly backdrop for your features. You can add flowers to the water for an even more beautiful look.

Check out our bathtub photoshoot ideas for venue rentals that have beautiful baths that you can use for your shoot!

12. Go A-list with a retro Hollywood glam photoshoot

We love that the retro Hollywood-style glam aesthetic is making a comeback in art and media. There’s no better style for an interesting, fun, and sexy photoshoot idea. In addition to the right outfits and lingerie, choosing the right location is key.

The circular red bed in this retro-chic house of glamour in Nashville, TN is a great example of a space that would really enhance this style of photoshoot. It’s pure siren, and the rest of the house also provides tons of sexy and glamorous inspiration for your shoot, too.

13. Highlight your natural beauty with a makeup-in-action photoshoot

Sit at a mirror or vanity and have yourself photographed doing your makeup. Even if you’ve already done your makeup before the photoshoot, you can probably pretend to do it pretty convincingly. We love this idea because it’s somewhat candid and gives off a sexy and mysterious vibe.

Sexy photoshoot ideas: conclusion

Sexy photoshoot ideas are all about attitude. And you can help cultivate an amazing attitude in your subject by booking the perfect sexy setting, which is where we at Peerspace come in. We provide you access to incredible hidden gem venues in cities across the globe.

All spaces are owned by local creatives who can also be as hands-on as needed, helping you source gear and more if you want. Browse Peerspace today for creative spaces near you that will help you achieve your vision and hone your craft.

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