My Libra Bestie | La Crosse WI Studio Boudoir | Jenna

Meet Jenna <3 my lil libra bestie. if I had to describe her in one word, I would choose “sunshine”. she lights up a room the minute she walks in, she can make conversation with just about anyone, she runs into someone she knows just about everywhere we go, and she’s always going out of her way to grow and make positive changes in the world and herself. she has also built her own success and runs the top performing Herbalife nutrition club in the area. pretty incredible, honestly. I say all of that because Jenna is one of the most humble people I know, and will never say it about herself.

Jenna has been open about her journey through self love and what that looks like for her. the purpose of this session was to be smoking fucking hot and sexy for HERSELF.

the shadow side of boudoir is just as important as the glam and empowerment side. feelings of shame, guilt, and even embarrassment can arise during these sessions. years of being told to cover up, to be modest, to save yourself, to think about how others will perceive you, and the “rules” around what’s “appropriate” can be strong voices in your head. the journey to loving yourself can be covered with obstacles like trauma, self harm, eating disorders, body dysmorphia, broken relationships, and any other curve ball. but none of those should stop you from genuinely, wholeheartedly, loving yourself in whatever way feels best for you.

and also, the sun and the moon and the world literally revolves around the female body. we are not women we are gods. we are allowed to do whatever we want. INCLUDING being sensual for no reason other than wanting to be sensual. period thank you.

Studio Boudoir for a Queen | La Crosse WI | Maddie K

Maddie reached out to book this session as a gift for her fiancé. they’re getting married this year, and she was hoping to hold onto the secret until this summer. like most of my boudie babes, the post-session confidence was too strong to keep to herself. she showed him one of the photos [that didn’t show her face] as if she was shopping for lingerie online and her man said “don’t you already have that bodysuit?” she said that’s me and he said no wonder I was looking at her ass the whole time lmfao

Maddie also spoke to me about her self love journey, and how hard she’s worked to truly love herself. growing and changing is scary, and learning to love yourself through all of it is scarier. i’m so proud of her for letting her sexy self come out during this session!

the photo in question, below. YES QUEEN

also decided at this point that she looks like Khloe kardashian :)))

Bloody Mary's With a Fall Engagement Session | La Crosse WI | Olivia + Jack

Olivia + Jack met a couple years ago at a party and got engaged in August this year. Jack proposed on a camping trip over the summer, just the two of them. Their wedding date is set for next September, and I was so pumped to get together with them for their engagement photos in La Crosse. They brought some country tunes, their pup, Rudy, and all the goods to make Bloody Mary’s at the end of the night.

Rim of the City Engagement Session | La Crosse WI | Sarah + Cade

Sarah + Cade met at UWL and moved to the twin cities together after graduation. Cade proposed in May this year, and they’re planning to say their “I Do’s” in October 2022. These two were so genuine and down to earth, and really truly in love with each other. I had so much fun getting to know them and screaming about how cute they are!

They knew they wanted part of their session at the Rim of the City and didn't mind the little walk out there. We started out downtown before heading up to the rim. We had a gorgeous night, just at the beginning of fall. A tad windy, but so so perfect for the vibes.

Sexy Water Boudoir | La Crosse WI | Tawnee Tyler

You might remember Tawnee from earlier this year. Can you tell she’s a natural by the second time around? This session was so great for my creative soul. She brought the attitude + the flowers, and the weather showed out. I loved starting with some subtle sexy shots in the gorgeous flowy dress she came in.

hperryphotog@gmail.com | @hayleyperryphoto | 535 Main St La Crosse WI