What to Wear for Maternity Photos in Auckland
Pregnancy is such a special season of life, and choosing the right outfits for your maternity photos can make a huge difference in the final look and feel of your images.
As an Auckland maternity photographer, one of the most common questions I get asked is:
“What should we wear for our maternity photos?”
The good news is you do not need to stress about finding the perfect outfit on your own. Every maternity session with Racheal Trail Photography includes access to a carefully curated client wardrobe filled with beautiful gowns designed specifically for maternity photography.
Neutral Colours Photograph Best
Soft neutral tones photograph beautifully and help create timeless images that won’t feel overly trendy years from now.
Some of my favourite colours for maternity photos include:
creams
whites
beige
soft browns
muted greens
dusty pinks
black for a more dramatic look
Neutral colours also help keep the focus on your connection and growing bump rather than distracting patterns or bright colours.
Flowing Dresses Create Beautiful Movement
Long flowing gowns work beautifully in both studio and outdoor maternity sessions.
They create movement, softness, and an elegant look that photographs incredibly well, especially outdoors during sunset sessions.
Fitted gowns can also look stunning and help highlight your bump shape in a more modern and editorial way.
What Should Partners Wear?
For partners, I always recommend:
neutral tones
plain clothing
avoiding large logos or graphics
soft textures and layers
Simple outfits photograph best and help create a cohesive look across the session.
What Should Children Wear?
If children are joining your maternity session, soft neutral outfits work best.
Avoid:
bright cartoon clothing
large logos
neon colours
Simple dresses, linen outfits, knits, and earthy tones always photograph beautifully.
Studio vs Outdoor Outfit Choices
Studio maternity sessions often suit:
elegant gowns
fitted dresses
dramatic fabrics
classic styling
Outdoor maternity sessions work beautifully with:
flowing dresses
softer fabrics
movement
layered textures
Client Wardrobe Included
One of the biggest benefits of booking with Racheal Trail Photography is having access to a growing collection of maternity gowns available for clients to use during their session.
This helps make the experience easier and removes the stress of needing to purchase outfits specifically for your maternity photos.
If you are currently planning your maternity session and would love beautifully styled images, you can learn more about my Auckland maternity photography sessions on my website.
