Preparing For your maternity shoot

UNDER GARMENTS

Nude in colour and seamless in style are a highly recommended investment. These will allow the for lacey overlays, light colours and tight fitted areas to look perfect.

CLIENT CLOSET add on ($25 care and cleaning fee)

I have limited sizes and pieces available. Please let me know if you wish to add this option onto your session. 2 piece maximum. Send me an email with your measurements and I can recommend some options.

CLIENT PIECES

Shop bump friendly, so you can reuse the garment in the future. I do not recommend a maternity store they are pricey and you may not wear it again. I highly recommend a midi or maxi dress with some type of sleeve (pouf sleeve, shoulder revealed, short to long, thick strap) or if you prefer straps or strapless style go for it!

Styles of dress that work best with a bump include: smock, wrap, V neck, babydoll or fitted bodycon. These types are most flattering and feminine for maternity, and can be worn again in the future.

Top and pant option - Go for a flowy, or loose fitting button down shirt and pair with a white or light wash jean option.

Light colours photograph the best - creams, whites, blues, greens, pinks, mauves, khaki, peach. Solid in color, ditsy floral, or patterns are nice alternative.

Steam or iron out your options the night before.

Recommended Shops - Nothingfitsbut.com, Balticborn.com, LuLus.com, Zara.com, Mango.com, Aritzia.com, Petalandpup.com, Dex, Mango, H&M,

*If there is a dress you love from the above sources and it does not suite your budget AND it fits my CLIENT CLOSET Style I can offer to purchase it from you after the session for a reasonable offer, this will help me and you with costs. Always check the SALE section for last seasons dresses/tops.

MEN

Tops - Dress shirt, Henley Cotton, Crew Neck cotton or a sweater

Bottoms - Long pant simple style in brown, navy, khaki or light wash jean

Accessories - Watch, belt, dress shoe or plain casual shoe

FINISHING TOUCHES

Hair and make up is a must. Even if you don’t wear make up a base foundation, bronzer, blush mascara and liner can really brighten up your look - fresh glowing look. You can absolutely do this yourself or plan to get it done for the full pampering experience. Manicured clean or painted nails. Simple delicate jewelry. High heels or comfy sandal to finish your look.

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ITEMS

Bring an ultra sound strip of photos, baby booties, a first stuffed animal or sentimental item to include in a couple shots. This is great for an announcement or thank you card.

CLIENT CLOSET IMAGES BELOW (White Lace Fitted Maxi, Flower Crochet Midi, Boho Robe)