11 Sultry Burlesque Photoshoot Ideas

If you’re looking for a special birthday gift for yourself or a loved one—or simply wanting a sexy anniversary celebration—why not bring your burlesque photoshoot ideas to life? Doing a burlesque photoshoot is an empowering way to express yourself, regardless of age, gender, or body type.

You might already be able to envision what you’d wear, how you’d pose, or even what props you might want to use in your sultry burlesque photos, but the question might arise: Where should you actually take the pics? Not to worry—booking a Peerspace venue is the answer. Peerspace is the world’s largest online marketplace for meeting spaces and venues, including professional photography studios, galleries, private residences, warehouses—you name it—that can be rented by the hour.

There are thousands of unique spaces in hundreds of cities, offering unlimited potential for your sultry burlesque photoshoot. Peerspace is very easy to use—just conduct a search for the kind of event you’re planning, where it will take place, and enjoy scrolling through the exciting spaces. That said, check out these amazing hourly rentals on Peerspace where you could make your sultry burlesque photoshoot ideas a reality.

1. An unforgettable basement bar in Manchester, UK

Speakeasies are inherently sultry, and this cool basement bar in Manchester, UK, is just the spot for your hot and spicy photoshoot. Tucked away beneath the central city streets, the bar’s vibe is both futuristic and sexy. There are a lot of different textures and colors going on, so your photos can emphasize various aspects of your personality.

2. A midcentury desert oasis in Tucson, Arizona

The artsy desert city of Tucson is sunny about 290 years of the day, which can make for some excellent portraiture photography and Instagrammable shots. But if you’re going for hot burlesque photoshoot ideas, you might consider booking a Peerspace like this midcentury desert home with its indoor and outdoor options. During sunset, the gorgeous cabana-like structures that flank the swimming pool will make your silhouette glow like the fire in your heart.

3. A luxury, multi-set photo studio in New York City

Baroque and burlesque go together like PB&J, and this luxurious studio in Fort George has the flexibility to provide all that and more. The cherry on top is the fact there are three different rooms from which you can mix and match to set up your dream burlesque photoshoot ideas. 

4. A historic, retro-chic house in Nashville, Tennessee

It’s red. It’s racy. It’s top-of-the-line glam. This house simply screams “sultry burlesque.” Although the hundreds of pictures on this booking’s site are up-to-date and professional, reviewers say they don’t do the space justice when it comes to the level of glam.

In addition to high-quality photos of each space, one of the best aspects of using Peerspace us that most of the listings feature real renters’ reviews of their experience with the space. In the case of this Nashville actor and musician Ayden S. called the spot “the coolest house (they have) ever set foot in,” while photographer Patrick S. said the house is “beyond pictures and really beyond words.” Luckily for us, we can let those words speak for themselves! 

5. A rustic home and garden in Orlando, Florida

Orlando isn’t just for Disney World—it’s also chock-full of Peerspace venues that would make perfect sites to shoot your burlesque-style photos. This bright, clean home and the surrounding grounds offer many ways to highlight your poses and props. Natural light pours in through all the windows (weather permitting, obviously), but it can be blocked out so you can create your sultrier images, too.

6. Upscale and steamy lofts in Chicago, Illinois

These fancy lofts have an upscale industrial aesthetic going on. They’d make a great place to take nontraditional burlesque photos—maybe something with a little more metal grunge and featuring slightly fewer feather boas. Reviewers love the space for its versatility and its view of the Chicago River and the city skyline.

7. A spacious midcentury home in Vancouver, Canada

Sultry is as sultry does, and this Vancouver-area house will permit all the sultriness that your burlesque photoshoot can handle. Check out that fireplace, the deep tub, and the glam beds, and let your imagination run as wild and free as you can.

8. The Barn Door Studio in Austin, Texas

Austin is a weird city, and Austinites demand it be kept that way. This pro photography studio might not be weird exactly, but it’s wacky and wonderful, and it would be a great place to do your photoshoot. There’s a sizeable shooting area with 14’ ceilings, a makeup and wardrobe area, and most of the amenities you’d want to create a sultry shoot.

The venue doesn’t come with lighting, but the host suggests some nearby equipment rental facilities. Alternatively, check out Peerspace’s Concierge service, which connects you to vendors who will deliver whatever you need right to your booking—from catering to A/V gear.

9. An all-white photo studio in Seattle, Washington

A classy, hidden, nearly all-white home would provide a stark contrast against an elaborate and sultry burlesque-style photoshoot. Situated in a back garden, the house is primarily decorated using upcycled items and well-curated antiques, lending an air of sustainability and swank. Think Anthropologie boho chic meets tiny home—the house has been featured in catalogs, documentaries, and blogs.

10. Red-and-blue, two-room suites in Los Angeles, California

Downtown Los Angeles is home to a lot of sultriness and a dreamy burlesque scene, so it’s no wonder that this stunning, two-room photography studio is located here just waiting for you to take your pictures.

While the rental fee includes the use of both rooms, the red room might be better suited to burlesque, with its devilish colors and textures. Then again, the blue room is perhaps more angelic with its vintage Italian furnishings and flourishes. It’s a win-win, really. Oh, and there’s a bathtub. And a bed.

11. A sensual event space in Las Vegas, Nevada

This Las Vegas Peerspace venue is conveniently already burlesque-themed, so making your sultry photoshoot ideas a reality is just a few clicks away. It’s actually a theatre space with a stage, rehearsal space, dressing area, seating, and even a bar—all of which are decorated in a burlesque aesthetic. There are props, lots of red, and enough space for 200 of your closest friends to watch or participate in your sultry photoshoot.

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