Shopping for lingerie should be fun—just like your boudoir session! Whether you’re hunting for luxurious pieces or budget-friendly finds, I’ve got you covered with the best shops in the San Francisco Bay Area and online.

For more personalized tips on how to choose pieces that flatter your shape, take a look at my boudoir lingerie ideas post—it’s the perfect companion to this guide.

Where To Buy Lingerie Locally In The San Francisco Bay Area

The following are the best lingerie boutiques to visit in the San Francisco Bay Area. Note that most sex shops have been omitted from this list in favor of boutiques that carry high quality lingerie and those that have knowledgeable staff that can help with fitting.

Places To Buy Affordable Lingerie Online

The following are great places to check out if you’re on a budget. While nothing here will blow your mind, if you’re willing to search though a ton of options, you can find some pretty decent stuff at a great price.

The strategy when buying from these places will be to buy more than you think you’ll need and return what doesn’t fit or meet your quality expectations.

Places To Buy Quality Lingerie Online

The following lingerie is high quality and will photograph the best for your session. If you’re on a budget, I’d rather see you get fewer, higher quality sets from these retailers rather than more from the budget options mentioned above.

Places That Offer Bespoke (Custom) Lingerie

In this section you’ll find makers of custom pieces that make lingerie based off your measurements. If you have the time and can afford it, I strongly recommend acquiring anything mentioned in this section. Not only will it fit better than anything off the rack, it will also be custom styled according to your preferences.

Boudoir Photo Shoot Tips

Shopping for boudoir outfits should be fun and exciting! Once you’ve found the perfect lingerie, be sure to check out my boudoir photo shoot tips to learn more about how to get the best photos possible from your photo shoot.