Not sure what to wear for your maternity session? Check out these great tips to help you prepare:

  1. Remember, the main purposeof this session is to show off your baby bump, so be sure to wear more clingy clothing to your session. It doesn’t necessarily have to be tight, but you want it to be more form fitting so you can see the bump. Just be sure that it’s still comfortable for you.
  2. We suggest wearing shirts with some kind of sleeve on them – they are more flattering for photos. Things like a dress with 3/4 length sleeves, or a form fitting tank top with a sweater/cardigan over it are always a good idea.
  3. Maxi dresses and tunics with cinched waists are perfect for any season and are a fan favorite when it comes to maternity sessions.
  4. Dress in layers – this will help to give you several clothing ‘looks’ without having to fully change your outfit every time.
  5. Belts can really help accentuate your bump. We suggest trying to add one to your wardrobe for this session.
  6. Dresses with ruching at the sides also help give your bump more definition and are a great option!
  7. We always suggest bringing a button-down shirt to your session. You can wear it over a tank, or if you want to expose your belly, we can use this shirt to do so, while keeping the rest of your upper body modest.
  8. Be comfortable! Above all else, your comfort is the most important thing. If you’re uncomfortable, it will show on camera. Find an outfit that feels good and that you know you look good in. This will help you to relax for the best photos.

What to wear is a HUGE part of any photo session. Please take a look at my “What to Wear” Maternity Pinterest page. It has plenty of example outfits & color combinations. We will chat more about this once you book your maternity session.

Maternity-session wardrobe inspiration board curated for Houston-area expecting mothers
Hi, I'm Amanda Eubank, a Destin and 30A photographer with more than 20 years of experience creating family, senior, engagement, maternity, and newborn portraits along Florida's Emerald Coast. My sessions take place on the sugar-white beaches of Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Rosemary Beach, Alys Beach, Seaside, Watercolor, Watersound, and Miramar Beach. Every gallery is tailored to the people in front of the camera: warm, candid, and full of connection, so your session feels less like a photo shoot and more like time with your favorite people. Whether you're planning a beach vacation session or celebrating a milestone, I create timeless portraits and heirloom wall art your family will treasure for years. Ready to plan your session? Call (850) 865-2900 or fill out my contact form.