first comes love, then comes....

I am so excited to see you for your maternity session! On this post you'll find some session outfit tips and tricks, plus some inspo! You

Romantic maternity photos by rocky riverbed with couple in red dress and casual wear at sunset.
Playful autumn couples photoshoot with brown sweater and plaid shirt among fallen leaves.
Person in white dress walking along rocky beach shoreline at sunset with driftwood.

coordinating outfits

Avoid being matchy-matchy - instead pick a staple color and coordinate your outfits around that. If you're wearing a red flowy dress with a jean jacket, have your partner wear jeans and a red flannel. This helps with the feel of being 'matchy' without being cheesy! And with that outfit you get the benefit of added layers to add some movement to your photos.


Some of my favorite colors for each season:

Spring: light denim, pastels, whites, greens, blues.

Summer: whites, bright colors (no neon), pinks, blues.

Fall: mustard yellows, oranges, reds, browns, light denim.

Winter: Deep reds, purples, dark denim, blacks, booties, jewel tones.

Close-up of couple's torsos in casual wear during outdoor photoshoot.
Couple walking together on autumn path with red dress and casual attire.
Couple strolling on gravel path at sunset with mountains and trees in background.
Close-up shots of pregnant belly in floral dress against natural outdoor background.
Intimate maternity photos on beach with couple in earth-toned clothing at golden hour.
Maternity portraits by lake in red velvet dress with forest reflection in background.
Couple walking along a scenic lakeside beach with mountains in the background at sunset.

outfit changes

A lot of couples opt for multiple outfit choices and to this I always say YES! Most do one casual and one more formal option. Or maybe you're really into your favorite spots team (Go Hawks), wear a jersey or a hat! Just be aware you may need to either change in your car or in a bush if we're somewhere without a bathroom - I'll keep watch!

Person in teal sweater holding small white paper snowman cutouts against natural backdrop.
Intimate couple's portrait session in a grassy field during golden hour.
Couple in casual attire embracing during outdoor maternity photoshoot.

its all above the small details

For engagement sessions obviously we are showcasing that beautiful ring of yours! But think of other small details - maybe its your favorite snack, an inside joke you two share that is tangible, a bottle of champagne to pop (uhh please do this!) or even your puppies! I looooooove adding some fun pet elements to your sessions, just make sure we can either bring them to the car after some shots or bring a friend/family with to hang with them if its too hot for them to be in the car.

Romantic couple embracing in sunlit field during golden hour photoshoot.
Couple sharing intimate moment in field of tall grass with evergreen trees in background.

layering

Something as simple as layering can add so much movement and depth to your photos. Adding in a light jacket, flannel, cardigan, scarf - you name it! During the warmer months its nice to start off in layers and take them off as it gets warm. The opposite is true during the colder months - I always say start off in your dress and then lets change into warmer clothes with layers!