Hi Mama!
So happy that you are planning a maternity session. Pregnancy is a lot of things- beautiful, stressful, emotional, and not to mention overflowing with hormones, but one thing I can vouch for myself is that one day you will miss it. Finding something to wear for your maternity photos can be stressful, but having these images to recognize and celebrate the amazing thing your body is creating is something that you will not regret. Speaking of all the things your body is doing- you might have a tougher time dressing it than you thought! Have no fear, I am here to help. Just call me your pregnancy guru, and lets do this!
Dress to Impress
Your maternity photos are special, and it is the perfect time to pamper yourself and get dressed up. Pregnancy can feel frumpy with the maternity jeans and sweat pants that barely fit, but your maternity photos are the perfect chance to get dressed up! I recommend wearing a maxi dress or midi dress for your session.
How do I find the right dress for my maternity photos?
For my style of Maternity Photography, I like my whites, lights and neutrals. These type of colors tend to compliment most skin tones, and they bring out the brightness in my photos. They match most locations and are easy to coordinate.
Different textures and patterns can add some creativity and fun to your photos. I also tend to look for dresses that will add some movement. Shooting maternity sessions at the beach tends to give some beautiful breezes, and a dress that moves with that is amazing!
Important Considerations for choosing your maternity photo dress…
What season are you taking your maternity photos in?
It is important to consider your season, and go off of this. For example, fall you might choose a sage green or a blue whereas spring/summer you might choose a pink! I would let the time of year dictate your colors rather than the gender of the baby.
Where are you taking your maternity photos?
Location is crucial! For example, if you are taking photos at a garden or a forest- you would not want to have a green dress. This is because the green of your dress will blend in with your surroundings, and you will not stick out as much.
Where can I buy a maternity dress?
I actually don’t tend to recommend buying from a maternity dress shop! These dresses are usually tight, and what I am looking for are dresses with extra fabric, that are a bit more flowy! Some of my favorite places to buy dresses include Baltic Born, Free People, VICI, and Morning Lavender.
Lastly, be true to you. If you are not a dress girl- I get it! Throw on some distressed jeans, grab some flowers and we will make some beautiful photos- because the most beautiful thing about these photos are you.
Need some inspiration from some Connecticut Maternity Clients? Head to my website to check out what my mamas are wearing!
Deborah, the heart behind Oak & Lore Studios, is a Connecticut-based photographer specializing in maternity, newborn, and family portraiture with over three years of experience crafting luxury, meaningful sessions. She serves families throughout Westport, Stamford, Fairfield, and all of Connecticut with a simple mission: to make her clients feel seen, cherished, and celebrated while documenting the soft, delicate moments of motherhood that become treasured heirlooms.
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