Fun fact: the word boudoir derives from a French word which means a woman’s private salon. We describe our boudoir photography as: empowering, romantic, sensual, confidence-boosting, intimate, sultry, flirty and sexy. A shoot with Sugar and Spice Photography is a custom-tailored, luxury photo experience resulting in photographs that will leave you breathless!

Some people call it: nude photography, erotic photography, bordeaux photography, fine art or fine art nude photography...

No matter how you pronounce it or spell it, Sugar & Spice Photography has the biggest studio and selection of outfits and sets in the entire country for boudoir photography. We can't wait to do some classic nude photographs or some sexy boudoir photos for you!

Check out Sugar and Spice photography's galleries HERE.

Get ready for a day you will not soon forget - full of pampering, creativity, sexiness and so much more!

First, you’ll be greeted with a smile (and probably a hug - we are totally huggers!)

Then, prepare for your jaw to drop as you take in the vastness of outfits, shoes and more in our Glam Room. We LOVE the comments when women come in and are completely blown away at what they have to choose from - since even pictures don't do this area justice.

After a tour of our adorable - and oh, so giant studio and sets - get ready for a relaxing and glam-filled experience! You'll get comfortable in a cozy robe and spa slippers, and settle in with complimentary beverages and snacks. "She-mergency" items - all the care items you might need - are ready for you in your private dressing room.

Next, you'll be whisked into hair and makeup. We'll get to know each other - chatting like besties within minutes - and we'll find out what ideas you have for your shoot, and discover what you are looking for in your pictures - so we can work together to select sets, outfits and props that will help achieve your vision. By the time you're ready to slip into some sexy lingerie, you'll feel at ease.

Then, we move on to the BEST PART: your time in front of the camera - where we'll guide you into figure-flattering poses and coach you through every flirty glance and sultry stare.

We work with you as a team of two for your private session, so we can give you our our individual attention and focus on you only! ONLY members of our team are with your during your time in front of the camera. Our Glam Area is a separate, private area where another client may be getting their hair & makeup done by another team member.

BOOK your boudoir photography experience with us today! You will be so happy you did!

HAIR & MAKEUP

From sultry and sexy to the girl next door who just rolled out of bed, you need a hair stylist who knows how to create resilient boudoir hairstyles that will stay glamorous throughout the shoot.

Adding body & length with styling and extensions is essential to get the full, sexy hair like you see in the magazines. Our Creative Artists are masters with extensions that we clip them in your hair & remove them after the shoot - included with your session*. We have a big investment in our hair extension, so we can accommodate most hair colors & lengths.

Our professional Creative Artists are not your average makeover newbies. These trained "pros" know exactly how to enhance your features. Not only do they know the best products to use, but they are skilled at working with all different kinds of skin types, colors & textures! They are experts in contouring and highlighting - so your makeup is spot-on for the camera.

A boudoir photo shoot is simply incomplete without makeup and hair styling. It's like wearing a sexy outfit without stilettos, so just let our team know how you would like to see yourself, and they will get to work!

*Keep in mind, Serendipity and Mini sessions may not include full hair and/or makeup styling.*

WARDROBE

"Aaaaah!" is what most women sigh when they walk into our Glam Room. Our drawers & closets are OVERFLOWING. We offer thousands of new, gorgeous pieces...from corsets & babydolls...to beautiful bra & panty sets in almost every size and color, and we add new pieces all the time.

Who has time to shop or the money to spend on many lingerie pieces that we may just wear once? And let's face it - sometimes it's just hard to get all those straps in the right place - (Hello, garter belts - you need a special degree to figure out how to attach these by yourself!)

Not only do we have the most sets, props and looks for your boudoir photo shoot; we also have the biggest selection in the entire WORLD of smoldering lingerie, stellar heels & sexy accessories. We’ve done all the shopping and have thousands of things for you to choose from. You have to bring absolutely nothing.

So, worried about what to wear? Don't be! We know our closets inside & out, so we can help you find the perfect outfits to compliment your vision - it's one of our favorite things about our time with you in the Glam Room. (The pictures show just a part of our huge wardrobe collection.)

Curvy? We shoot women sizes 0-26; so we have tons of things in your size that we know you'll love and will be flattering, so don't worry about that! Visit the Nerves, Curves & Other Concerns FAQ for more about this & see our gallery for curvy women.

And what about the shoes? We have insane amounts of shoes & boots, over 200 pairs of thigh-highs and stockings, and tons of jewelry and accessories.

Want to add a personal touch?

99% of what you see the women wearing on our website is from our studio, but remember...you are always welcome to bring your own things that you love and that you know fits you well - or that will help personalize your shoot. We encourage you to bring anything you’d like that will reflect your personality or add a personal flair to the photograph (like maybe his favorite jersey or tie, part of his uniform, or even a prop - like a guitar or sporting equipment). We would love to incorporate that into your shoot!

And don't worry: we provide hygienic liners and then wash the lingerie after use.

So...what are you waiting for? Come hang out with us - dig through the drawers with us - and walk away with some AMAZING memories, and gorgeous boudoir or pinup photographs that will leave you breathless!

We pride ourselves on offering the largest, ever-growing collection of outfits, shoes & accessories in the nation. You can see some more wardrobe items, and specialty items such as: jewelry & thigh-highs and garters on our website HERE. Follow us on social media to see our "Wardrobe Wednesday" posts.

STUDIO

Our amazing studio features 20 different sets that are actual rooms - from the bedrooms (we have six unique bedrooms!)...to the kitchen, powder room (take a milk or bubble bath!), locker room (get sexy with your huni's fav sport), garage...and everything in between! We also have a huge selection of props because this is so important for the feel and story of a photograph. Since our main focus is boudoir, we ARE the premier studio for this type of photography session.

Variety is extra sexy with boudoir! Don't settle for backdrops or a couple choices...get tons of variety in actual "rooms" in our studio. We offer unlimited posing within each look's time.

Our Glam Room is stocked with water, coffee and other treats for you! Our bathrooms are stocked with all sorts of complimentary "She-mergency" items...including deodorant, makeup remover, feminine hygiene products, pain reliever, toothpaste and much more!

COACHING

First things first in the studio for your photo shoot: the fun pampering in hair & makeup - while picking outfits and gabbing like long-lost best friends.

Then, it's time for shooting, and a relief will come when the coaching and posing begins. Wait, nope - Scratch that. Honestly, it might be a little un-nerving at first. And the poses? It doesn't feel natural. You might not even know you could twist your body like that. You will probably feel like you had a work out by the end of your shoot...but BOY, will it be worth it.

And no surprise here: No one has a clue what looks sexy - 'cuz even though something mischievous or flirty kicks in - there's not really a certainty that comes with it. So, that's when you trust. Trust in our experience shooting thousands of women from all around the globe.

Our directions include things like: "Arch your back here", "Chin out and down" (after all - no one wants a double chin) - or we just say we're "Comin' in hot!" and adjust what needs to be adjusted for you! We'll even get into the pose ourselves to show you when we need to! We will lovingly call you our "Barbie" as we help put you in the perfect position.

We work as a team of two (coaching you, directing you and posing you the entire time) - so one of us can focus on all the little details that make the photograph perfect, and one of us can take the pictures. This way, we are able to take more shots than most other photographers can. Add our attention to detail, and you get AMAZING results. Unlimited posing offered within each look's time.

Check out some fun behind the scenes shots to see how we work with you during the entire experience!

PROOFING

The Sugar and Spice Photography team agrees with our clients: we would prefer to view our online proof portfolio from our session in the privacy of our own home vs. coming back for a separate viewing in the studio with someone looking over our shoulder. Not only is it MUCH more convenient and private, but we feel like it's too much pressure to be given a sales pitch with a time limit to buy when you are seeing your photographs for the first time.

So after your session, we’ll get to work on creating your private, online proof portfolio.

We know the short wait to see your portfolio is worth it, so you can view your proofs in the privacy of your own home without any pressure! And it's ABSOLUTELY free!

We like to leave in as many shots as possible, but we’ll remove test shots, any with your eyes closed, or shots that didn't work, things like that. We’ll also crop some, turn some black & white, add a filter or some minor skin smoothing, so you can see some different options.

While we don't retouch your proofs, you can rest assured that any images you order will have our retouching magic applied. - so you can rest assured that the pictures you choose (even if the proof shows some imperfections) will look absolutely AMAZING!

Our adorable 6,000+ square foot studio features more than 20 amazing, unique sets.

From the bedrooms (we have EIGHT different bedrooms!)...to the powder room (take a milk or bubble bath!), locker room (get sexy with your huni's fav sport), kitchen, garage...and everything in between! See pictures from each set in our Lookbooks Gallery.

Variety is extra sexy with boudoir! Don't settle for backdrops or a couple choices...get tons of variety in actual "rooms" in our studio. We also have a huge selection of props because this is so important for the feel and story of a photograph.

Before your session, our cozy waiting room is open & stocked with water, coffee and other treats for you! Dressing rooms are stocked with all sorts of complimentary "She-mergency" items...including deodorant, makeup remover, feminine hygiene products, pain reliever, toothpaste and much more!

Our glam room is the perfect place to get your hair & makeup done. From your comfy seat in our professional salon chairs, you can view thousands of pieces of lingerie, shoes and more. Our business office is also on site for your convenience.

Since boudoir and pinup photography is our focus, we have invested so much into making our studio the premier studio for boudoir photography in Minnesota!

Click to watch a tour of our boudoir studio photography studio in Minnesota.

First things first: we'll be gabbing like long-lost best friends while picking outfits, shoes accessories, and pampering you during hair and makeup.

Then, it's time for shooting - and we'll be with you every step of the way - showing you exactly how to pose from your fingertips down to your toes; guiding you through every flirty glance and sultry stare.

And no surprise here: no one has a clue what looks sexy - 'cuz even though something mischievous or flirty kicks in - there's not really a certainty that comes with it. So, that's when you have to trust us. We do our best to make you feel comfortable, because we've all been on the other side of the camera...insecure, unsure & nervous of how we would photograph...so we know how intimidating it can be! Our team of women are so darn good, that you will quickly forget what you were even worried about in the first place.

We work as a team of two (coaching you, directing you and posing you the entire time) - so one of us can focus on all the little details that make the photograph perfect, and one of us can take the pictures. This way, we are able to take more shots than most other photographers can. Add our attention to detail, and you get AMAZING results.

Our directions include things like: "Arch your back here", "Chin out and down" (after all - no one wants a double chin) - or we just say we're "Comin' in hot!" and adjust what needs to be adjusted for you! We'll even get into the pose ourselves to show you when we need to! We will lovingly call you our "Barbie" as we help put you in the perfect position.

Our studio is a judgment-free zone, and we can't wait to turn any nervousness or uncertainty - into full-out confidence! We think this BLOG post from Colleen Lindstrom (radio personality from FM107.1) about her experience with Sugar & Spice Photography will inspire you! Get the tissues ready and read her story HERE. It was from our very first studio in 2006, but her words still make us cry!

We are honored to have the opportunity to photograph women of ALL shapes, sizes & ages, from all walks of life... and finding the unique thing that makes you most beautiful...is the BEST part of our job. Be one of the women that leave our studio after their boudoir photo shoot feeling empowered, sexy and confident - saying, "I can't wait to do this again!"

We have had the privilege of shooting hundreds of curvy women up to size 26. We think this BLOG post from self-proclaimed curvy girl Colleen Lindstrom (radio personality from FM107.1) about her experience with Sugar & Spice Photography will inspire you! Get the tissues ready and read her story HERE. It was from our very first studio in 2006, but her words still make us cry!

We PROMISE you will LOVE your photographs and your entire experience! We have thousands of raves from women that had the same concerns as you - many which are on our website for you to read, that walked away feeling and looking beautiful, empowered and sexy….and you will too!

We have tons of plus size outfit options that we know you'll love and will be flattering, so don't worry about that! But remember...you are always welcome to bring your own things that you love and that you know fit you well.

You can also come visit us for a tour of the studio, so you can meet us and check out our sets, shoes and accessories and more (and see all the great lingerie we have available in your size)!

Side note: in our galleries, it is so hard to really tell how "curvy" someone really is because of the outfits, posing & retouching tricks! At our client's request, we will contour bodies, shape and shade, etc. - and some clients ask to be retouched more, and some less.

Click the picture to see our gallery dedicated to our voluptuous, curvy clients.

Sessions start at $295. Contact us to receive immediate session options, pricing and booking information.

STUDIO TIME

Sessions always include hair & makeup - we use clip in hair extensions (at no extra charge) when wanted, false lashes and special makeup for photography. You can plan to be pampered in hair & makeup for about 1-2 hours (depending on session)*.

We have thousands of outfits, shoes & accessories for you to choose from. We'll give you as much help as direction as you'd like when making selections.

Then...we photograph you in your favorite "looks" - spending 1/2 hour with each, coaching & directing you the entire time. We offer unlimited posing within each's look time.

After your session...we will upload your proofs to our private online proofing site, so you will to through your pictures & choose your favorites in the privacy of your own home.

PRODUCTS

Once you've chosen your favorites...get ready to place your order!

If you don't like the idea of choosing which products you'd like before you've seen your pictures, then a boudoir experience is for you! Products are not included with boudoir experiences, but there is NO pressure! You can buy as little or as much as you want...it's totally up to you! We keep your photographs indefinitely, so there is NO TIME LIMIT on ordering, and no minimum order.

Cherry on Top Packages DO have included products, so for example, if you know up front that you want a session and products - take advantage of our discounted package deals.

Our products are custom tailored to showcase your photographs in a beautiful way. We offer prints, digital images, calendars, books and more. With photos, descriptions and pricing for each product on our online store, placing your order is easy!

RETOUCHING IS INCLUDED IN OUR PRODUCTS

Say BUH-BYE to lumps & bumps and say HELLO to sexier curves! Kiss those extra pounds away! We will contour and shape your body (such as: shrinking the waist, flattening the tummy, thinning out arms & thighs, etc.).

We also smooth and soften skin and remove stretch marks, cellulite, scarring and unwanted tattoos. We even have a trick to “plump” your breasts to give you a fuller, perkier look...and we always add glamorizing effects - like teeth and eye whitening. Think: Digital Botox & Digital Cellulite Eraser.

We want to make sure that we aren't conforming to to society's ridiculous standard of beauty, so we don't "nip and tuck" extensively. We want to enhance your natural beauty, so we are careful to retouch your pictures just enough to be the most beautiful "real you". With that said, we want you to be happy with your images, so we can do more extensive contouring, if requested.

You can trust our talent and vision to produce the same quality of photographs for you that you see on our website.

We will pose, light and style you to flatter YOUR figure and celebrate who YOU are so that retouching is minimal - not mold and change you into what our culture is teaching us ladies we need to be.

The best part? We do NOT charge extra for this! Body shaping & retouching is INCLUDED with our products.

Contact us to receive immediate pricing information.

Your online proof portfolio will be ready typically about a week after your session (but is usually up in a day or two). The short wait to see your portfolio is worth it, so you can view your proofs in the privacy of your own home without any pressure!

Since our products are custom tailored to be the perfect way to showcase your photographs, product orders are currently being delivered in about 4-5 weeks (from the date we receive your order & payment), so please plan accordingly.

If you don't have quite enough time before your special event, we recommend getting a SUGAR RUSH order, delivered to you in just 3 business days or less.

SUGAR RUSH products can be a sexy teaser gift for your honey (maybe with a kiss mark & the words: "more to come")...and you will have him wanting more! Then, you can order more at any time...or a fun idea: show him your online portfolio & let him choose his favorites!

We also offer rush services on ANY order for an additional fee. Please contact us if you are interested.

OUR FAVORITE QUESTION! We want you to be 100% sure you are choosing the right team for your photo shoot.

There's a reason we’ve had the honor of shooting many local celebrities - from radio personalities to TV producers (we have been featured on Twin Cities Live twice, photographed radio personalities from and been featured on FM107.1, KDWB, KCLD and more)....and why so many of our clients drive for hours to get to us or even fly in from out of state.

Maybe you were searching "boudoir photography near me" or "sexy photos mn". Or did "racy photography minnesota" hit your search bar? Regardless of how you landed here, we are excited to convince you that you need to look no further! We ARE the Twin Cities premier boudoir photographers.

We've dedicated an entire page for the answer to this question. Check out our WHY CHOOSE US page! We strongly encourage you to read this before booking a boudoir photographer.

Here's a snippet from that page:

We have a DEEP passion for women. Read our mission and bios, and you'll see our hearts. We are REAL, local Minnesota women - wives and mothers - and we GET it. In our opinion, having an all-female team is EXTREMELY important, but also having women that have been through life (we are not single gals who have never had a stretch mark). Most women feel even more comfortable with us in our studio because we are or have been in their shoes, and work as a team to pamper you and make you feel like you’re with best friends.

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Listen: we decided in the beginning of this journey, that if we were going to do this - we wanted to be the best. We have sacrificed so much, invested not only blood, sweat & tears - but also our hard-earned money - into making this studio the BEST boudoir photography studio in the WORLD! From the sets, to hair/makeup to the outfits and more: we have invested more than other photographers just can't or won't do. To make the shoots the best they can be for YOU.

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So bottom line: if you are not convinced by the amazing reviews - or by our team and mission - or by what we have to offer in our wardrobe, sets and more - and you are still thinking of another photographer, we strongly suggest coming to meet us and tour our studio...and you will be convinced!

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These photographs will leave you (and your sweetie!) breathless...but it's not just about taking a pretty picture....it’s the experience & what you take away from it. Quit thinking that you'll never look "like that". We wear many hats as women & make so many sacrifices. We are all too often our own worst critic, and as women, we know how we can be!

Take away an awesome experience, and amazing photographs that will remind yourself that you are a beautiful, courageous, strong woman! It is truly one of the most amazing, empowering and fun experiences you will ever have.

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FYI: And we would LOVE if you would take a second to "follow" us on TikTok. It would really help us!

We have been blessed to photograph women from many different states, and have even had some out of country clients come to shoot with us!

Our gorgeous clients hail from: all over Minnesota, Wisconsin, South Dakota, North Dakota, Iowa, Illinois, Florida, California and many more. Including:

Minneapolis

St. Paul

Rochester

Duluth

Bloomington

Plymouth

Brooklyn Park

Woodbury

Maple Grove

Lakeville

St. Cloud

Blaine

Eagan

Eden Prairie

Coon Rapids

Burnsville

Apple Valley

Minnetonka

Edina

St. Louis Park

Moorhead

Mankato

Shakopee

Maplewood

Cottage Grove

Richfield

Roseville

Inver Grove Heights

Savage

Andover

Brooklyn Center

Ramsey

Fridley

Prior Lake

Oakdale

Chanhassen

Chaska

Shoreview

Rosemount

Winona

Elk River

White Bear Lake

Owatonna

Champlin

Austin

Faribault

Hastings

Farmington

Lino Lakes

New Brighton

Crystal

Forest Lake

Golden Valley

Northfield

New Hope

West St. Paul

Columbia Heights

Willmar

Stillwater

South St. Paul

Otsego

Sartell

St. Michael

Hopkins

Anoka

Albert Lea

Ham Lake

Buffalo

Red Wing

Hugo

Hibbing

Bemidji

Sauk Rapids

Rogers

Robbinsdale

North Mankato

Monticello

Hutchinson

Alexandria

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We have answers! Check out our FAQ page HERE for more answers to our most frequently asked questions.

Or...give us a call at 612.424.8530 - we LOVE to chat about our boudoir photography experiences.

You can also reach out to us HERE.