Maternity Photography: Fashion Inspired Maternity Portrait Session
Maternity fashion. What sort of images spring to mind when you read those two little words? Stretchy waistband jeans and nursing bras? Maybe the classic maternity Breton top? Whatever “maternity fashion” looks like to you, I can almost guarantee it isn’t sweetheart necklines and fine french lace – and that’s where you’re missing out! Let’s face it; there are good days and bad days during pregnancy. Most days, it’s a struggle just to get dressed, let alone dip your toe into high fashion, but that’s precisely what this week’s client did for her glamorous, fashion-inspired maternity photoshoot. Armed with an array of stunning garments, she arrived at my Earlsfield photography studio ready for business. As you’ll see from the final images, the session resulted in some spectacular shots that are the perfect inspiration for any expecting mamas. Glamorous Maternity Photography It doesn’t get much more perfect than a maternity photoshoot when it comes to embracing your body and celebrating your shape. In particular, a session involving glamour and fashion is perfect for capturing the female form and giving a luxury element to your photo memories. In my most recent session, I was fortunate enough to work with an incredibly chic mama-to-be who wanted to bring her love of fashion into her maternity photography session. As you can see from these photos, the clothing you choose can significantly impact the feel of the final image. From delicate lace to frills and rigid ruffles, well-chosen items of clothing made for a dramatic, high-fashion maternity shoot that wouldn’t look out of place on the cover of Vogue. And while it, of course, helps to be as effortlessly stunning as the mama in question, I think you’ll agree that it’s her confidence and glow which radiates the strongest from these pictures. I particularly love the choice of black and white fabrics here, as they create contrast without stealing attention away from the main focus, the woman herself. The shape of these outfits also works spectacularly well, accentuating her bump without trying to hide her curves, all while adding texture through the varying stiffness and softness of the fabric. Don’t be afraid to show your beautiful figure, ladies! I only wish this style of maternity photography was as prevalent when I was pregnant! I’d have loved to have an elegant photo of my bump and I sitting proudly on my dresser, reminding me every day how fabulous I am at every size and shape!