Top 5 Maternity Photoshoot Outfit Ideas For 2024
Your pregnancy is the most beautiful and transformative life journey that you can ever go through. Capturing this special time through a luxury maternity photoshoot is one of the best of ways to hold on to this special moment in images that you can share with your children into their adulthood, and even when they go on to have children of their own. In addition to the baby announcements, gender reveal, baby shower, painting the nursery… taking time to get dolled up, and thinking through maternity outfit ideas for your photoshoot so that you can feel beautiful and celebrate this body that is giving your baby life is one of the most fun experiences you can do for. yourself during this time.
Planning for a photoshoot can be exciting but certainly intimidating as you want to make sure you look your best and feel amazing, in this blog I have come up with some of the current most popular maternity photoshoot outfit ideas that have been really popular this year. Whether you prefer large beautiful gowns, or the simple shape of your body and shimmering bare skin being illuminated by a silhouetted light, there are a variety of different directions we can go when choosing how to style your shoot.
Maternity Gowns
Let’s be honest, most of us as little girls love to play dress up. We would put on gowns and dance around the house for hours. For many of us, not much has changed. From prom, to our weddings, there is just something about a good gown that most women cannot pass up, so why should that be any different for your maternity shoot? Our studio offers a handful of maternity dresses, and is constantly adding new ones, but in case you want to do your own shopping aim for long, flowing gowns with beautiful details such as delicate lace, ruffles, beading… maybe an empire waist or off-the-shoulder gown. Soft pastel shades like blush, mint, or baby blue helps to create a dreamy and romantic ambiance. Keep in mind your skin tone and how certain colors might complement you better.
During a shoot with me there are numerous opportunities to incorporate your significant other into the shoot as well. Much of the time we will bring your partner in on the beginning when you are in your gown. There are tons of directions you can go when it comes to maternity photoshoot outfit ideas for couples. If you decide to wear a gown, this is a great opportunity to put your guy in a suit or tux.
02. Draping
Draping is a beautiful technique that adds an artistic touch to maternity shoots. At your in-person consultation we can be sure to go over the possibilities of draping, types of fabric, color choice etc. We have a variety of different kinds of fabrics we can use from 3-d applique´ flowers, to light chiffons, satins, and even textured cheesecloths. Clients can choose to wear what they would like underneath ranging from nude underwear and pasties to nude bodysuits, all of which we have on hand for you to use should you decide to do draping. This is also a great style for tossing and movement but also silhouetting in black and white for some more artistic photographs.
03. “Calvin Klein” Inspired Editorial
Calvin Klein is known for its timeless simplicity and minimalism. I have had so many of my mama’s reach out to me wanting this look, and it has been fun to see each of them really pull off this style with their own artistic flair. This style focuses on clean lines, minimalism and classic elegance. When choosing to go this route, try to stick with simple, form fitted outfits such as a tank top and leggings, or a more sleek slip dress. Currently the most popular look I’m seeing right now is that iconic underwear paired with a classic pair of jeans. We will sometimes shoot it on a wooden chair, or maybe an apple box, this style really brings a fun feel to the room, and sometimes it’s nice to have a more casual/lounge feel for a portion of the shoot.
04. Fine-Art Nude
For those wanting a more intimate and artistic approach, a Fine-Art implied nude-style image celebrates the natural beauty of a woman’s body during pregnancy, and really accentuates the miracle of life within . This style tastefully suggests being bare, while preserving modesty and capturing the true essence of motherhood. By using strategic lighting and carefully placed fabrics or hands, this style create a sense of mystery and allure and is typically an awe-inspiring image when my couples view them at their reveal for the first time.
05. The Classic Black Dress
When it comes to maternity photoshoots, the class black dress will always be a timeless piece. With sophistication, elegance, and a touch of drama you can never go wrong with this look. This year we are seeing a few variations, from fitted turtlenecks to more off-the-shoulder bodysuits, this is a look that anyone can pull off. We offer multiple variations sure to suite all body types.
As you begin to plan your photoshoot play around with different looks, create mood boards, chat with your maternity photographer about what your vision is. Whether you choose a show-stopping gown, embrace the artistry of implied nude, explore draping, or opt for the minimalist editorial casual look, each concept offers its own appeal, and you are going to be sure to look amazing with whatever you choose to do!