Style Guide

for Expecting Mamas

Hello there!

I’ve put together a list of shops that range different styles and vibes for you that you may not have heard of before. This is just a jumping off point! The most important thing to keep in mind is to pick something soft and lightweight that has movement and the light can shine through it. Get a color that you love- something you feel amazing in. Then we’ll add neutrals to balance it all out.

I always want you to pick a style that feels like YOU! If there are others included in your session, we will style them around your outfit.

Anything I’ve listed that says I own it, you are welcome to borrow!

DRESSES, SKIRTS + PANTS

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Two women in white dresses standing against a plain wall, one wearing a strapless dress and the other a short-sleeved dress.

BOHME

This shop has a varied selection of sweet dresses and skirts in lightweight linens and cotton gauze.

SEASIDE TONES

I love this shop for their flowy Linen Dresses. They have a store in Australia and the US. I find they have different selections on each site so definitely hit both up!
I own this dress in pale pink + navy.

Woman wearing a pink dress standing barefoot against a white background.

BEACHWOOD

This is a great Linen Shop! They also have amazing pants, skirts, dresses and rompers. They carry cotton gauze as well. Gorgeous shop with so many great choices that can still be worn after pregnancy!

Woman in a pink dress walking along a stone wall under a canopy of pink flowers

Pregnant woman in a light linen outfit, standing in a garden with palms and cacti, holding a straw bag.

Pregnant woman in white off-shoulder top and beige skirt standing outdoors next to cactus, holding her belly.

A woman in a flowing blue dress and boots walks near a wooden fence in a grassy area with trees.

FREE PEOPLE

This is always a great place to find fun, funky dresses. Many different styles will allow for a belly!

Woman in a white dress standing on a wooden pier by the water with lounge chairs and a sunshade.

Z SUPPLY

This shop has a selection of simple and sweet Midi + Maxi Dresses that work very well with bellys.

Woman in bikini with patterned kimono and sunglasses standing outdoors beside a vehicle, with palm trees in the background.

KIMONOS

I love these to add some movement and softness to your outfit or over a bikini in the water. Free People has a large amount of them and I own several including the one above. I always bring them with me but there are new colors I don’t have yet!

Woman in a flowy dress standing by a pond in a forest

Woman in white dress standing on rocky coast with ocean background.

Pregnant woman in black off-shoulder dress poses against a light-colored wall.

BUMPSUIT

I love this shop for body hugging dresses and body suits. Great for your first outfit and you can pair it with something flowy for a splash of color.

COTTON FLOWER

This shop has a great selection of cotton gauze dresses, skirts and tops. I own the Tee Dress in Chai

DAUGHTER’S OF INDIA

I LOVE the cotton dresses from this shop. They have prints and solids and they are so soft and the light flows through them beautifully! I wear mine with a body suit underneath or a tank and boy shorts. I own these 3 listed below:

Woman wearing a floral long-sleeve dress with pink and yellow patterns.

Woman in floral dress standing barefoot on sandy ground, surrounded by trees.

COTTON FLOWER SKIRTS

These skirts are amazing for bellys! They have a stretchy waistband that can go under your belly. They are perfect paired with a tank top or bikini top!

Person lying on a bed with legs raised, wearing a flowy purple skirt and surrounded by soft fabrics in a bedroom.

A pregnant woman in a white pleated dress sitting in a field of wildflowers and grass.

I love vintage pieces as well.

Dresses, skirts and tops all pair well for maternity. Thin silk robes, nightgowns, silk chiffon, pleats, etc.

Person wearing a white knotted blouse, olive green wide-leg pants, and sandals, posing against a plain background.

NATURAL LIFE

This shop has great cotton palazzo pants with a good stretchy waistband for a more casual look

A pregnant woman poses gracefully in nature, wearing a black top, beige skirt, and yellow shawl, with dark trees in the background.

SOLAI

This shop has a the most perfect oversized shirts to add movement. I own this gold one, and the natural color.

RECLAMATION

If you are looking for a big impact style dress, this is the ultimate shop. She hand-makes all of her dresses and they are incredible- there are a ton of knockoffs out there but nothing matches the original.

Pregnant woman in a flowing dress holding the fabric, standing in a field during sunset.

Pregnant woman in a white dress seated on a chair, hand on head, wearing brown clogs.

HATCH

This shop has some pretty basic things but if you look through there are some great dresses for the cooler months!

A woman wearing a sheer white lace cover-up over colorful clothing, accessorized with gold jewelry, smiling with long brown hair.

A woman standing against a plain background, wearing a sheer white lace cover-up, blue jeans, and sandals, with long dark hair, a necklace, and bracelets.

A woman in a white sleeveless dress with a high slit, standing with her hands on her hips against a light-colored fabric backdrop. She has long hair styled in a top knot and is wearing sandals and jewelry, including a necklace and bracelets.

JEN’S PIRATE BOOTY

This shop has a great selection of BOHO dresses and skirts and soft gauze dresses. These are especially great if we’re getting wet at your session!

I also own these sheer pieces and you’re welcome to borrow them!

A woman with brown hair styled in a bun and loose strands, wearing a flowing, cream-colored, semi-sheer dress with ruffled sleeves over light blue flared jeans, standing against a neutral background.

A woman wearing a sheer, ruffled, cream-colored blouse and black leather pants, with her left hand in her pocket and wearing earrings.

Woman in a long orange dress and sunglasses stands in front of a café with striped awning on a city street.

HAZEL + FOLK

This is a great romantic dress from Hazel + Folk. It comes in many colors and they have a few similar BOHO dresses as well. These work well in water!

A woman in a flowing brown gown stands with arms outstretched in a forest, with sunlight filtering through trees

EPIC DRESSES

I own this dress in the gold shown above and a deep rust. They are one size fits most everyone, they don’t wrinkle and you get them dirty and wet!

Woman in a cream-colored, flowy, sleeveless dress holding an orange in one hand.

Beige, ruffled, tiered skirt with elastic waistband.

A woman wearing a white top, a flowing beige skirt, and white high-heeled sandals, standing with her hand behind her back.

I have also put together an Amazon list with some pieces that work well on camera and are budget friendly!

This is an amazing clothing rental store that a lot of my clients use during their pregnancy and for our Session!

ULTIMATELY

Your style is up to you! If you’re more comfortable in jeans and a great top or sweater, then let’s do that! Or if you want to get super funky- I’m all about it! Please don’t feel like you have to spend money on new clothes for our session- let’s pull from your own closet and make it work!

Here are some different style inspos to get you thinking in the right direction:

Jeans pair great with a tank or bra for open belly shots. We can pair it with an oversize shirt or a kimono.

Pregnant woman outdoors wearing jeans and a black top in a forest setting, surrounded by greenery.

Sheer fabrics like gauze and muslin are really nice for showing your shape and creating softness.

Woman in a white dress posing in a lush green forest setting.

Pregnant woman in a field wearing a checkered sweater and white dress, standing in tall grass with a tree in the background.

I also love adding a chunky sweater over a dress! This is great for kids too!

Pregnant woman holding her belly while wearing a lace robe near a window.

If we’re doing an in home session, less is more. Pair a sheer robe over bra and undies.

Family in Western attire with children posing by a car, man sitting inside holding toddler, woman standing holding child's hand.

If you’ve got your own unique style, let’s use it!

A woman in a white dress stands by a forest river, surrounded by lush greenery and illuminated by sunlight filtering through trees.

It’s all about that softness and letting the light in!!

Pregnant woman in white top and pants reclining on a mustard yellow chair in a forest setting, surrounded by ferns and trees with sunlight filtering through.

You can still use soft pieces even in the cooler months with long sleeves.

A dark color palette can be really fun when it’s done right especially in the Fall + Winter

Pregnant woman wearing a hat and black dress, standing on a rural road, holding her belly.

Pregnant woman outdoors holding belly, wearing gray dress and cardigan.

Don’t be afraid to wear something body-hugging as one of your outfits! Pick a lightweight fabric that has some stretch to it.

Pregnant woman in a white lace dress standing barefoot near a window, looking outside on a sunny day.

THE WORTH COMPANY

This shop has romantic and sweet dresses that are bump friendly.

KIDS

If you have children who will be in the session with us, here are some shops you may not know about!

Two children wearing matching striped outfits and sun hats, each with heart-shaped sunglasses, standing against a plain background.

REVERIE THREADS

Super cute shop with a great Boho and Vintage Style. Sizes from newborn to 5T and occasionally some 6T + 7T.

Toddler wearing a knitted sweater and a pointy hat, holding an adult's hand, standing against a wooden wall.

SIMPLE FOLK

Hands down one of my favorite shops. All the perfect neutrals in every color with timeless styles perfect for layering.

Child wearing a cream embroidered dress with brown boots

HANNAH ROSE

I love this entire look. The boots and socks combo is so sweet for a little girl.

Baby wearing a brown bonnet and beige outfit sitting on a carpeted floor.

WILD IVY

This shop carries a large selection from multiple brands. Tons of neutrals and sizes newborn-7T

Blue and white striped baby romper with front pocket.

PEHR

Great shop for knit overalls and rompers. Many different fabrics and colors for all kids!

Striped yellow and white pants with drawstring and rolled cuffs.

MINI OLLIE

This shop has options with fun personality! Great for little boys too!

Young child with blonde hair, wearing a beige shirt and pants, standing on a sandy beach with trees in the background.

MAISONETTE

Great shop for knits and cotton gauze. Large selection for boys too- pants they can run in and soft options.

Girl in white crochet top and pink skirt on sandy beach

INDIE BLUE

This is THE source for BOHO/beachy vibes. Great options for boy + girls- even Mom too.

MEN

If you have a partner who will be in the session with us, here are some links that should help! I love layers for the cold season and soft and simple for the warm season. The wrong pieces can really pull down the styling and make the images feel more like snapshots so here are some inspo and shopping options to share with your partner. We will be sitting and moving so the better they feel in what they’re wearing, the better time we’ll have!

SHOES- they can make or break the outfit. No dress shoes please. Cool sneakers, great boots or even barefoot! I will be more picky about their shoes than anything else! Haahaa.

Family with two children outdoors in field, sitting by a tree, dressed warmly for cold weather. The woman wears a hat and holds a baby wrapped in a patterned blanket.

A colored Henley is a great balance between a casual T-Shirt and a button down. Especially if it’s tailored and not too oversized.

Family smiling in field, mom holding son, dad carrying daughter on shoulders, natural background.

Black works great when paired with pops of color or all neutrals like camel. Just make sure you don’t both wear black bottoms- your legs will merge together!

Person in beige shirt and white pants holding drink at a bar

Chinos and linen pants always look great. They come in tons of colors and are usually giving enough to sit in. Try a fun color with a neutral top.

A man walking on the street holding a Starbucks coffee cup, dressed in a dark gray overcoat, black turtleneck, black pants, white sneakers, and a black Calvin Klein cap.

I love taking a simple outfit and adding a classy layer like a tailored overcoat (not a suit jacket)

A man wearing a beige sweater, green cargo pants, brown boots, a brown beanie, and sunglasses walking across a crosswalk in a parking lot with cars and trees in the background.

This is a great color combo paired with the right shoes to finish the look and keep it elevated.

Casual outfit featuring a brown and beige plaid flannel shirt, white t-shirt, brown jeans, white sneakers, and a black and white baseball cap.

This is perfect for a more simple and casual dresser (minus the hat). If he already has the pants and shirt, all you need is a great coat in flannel or corduroy.

A man wearing beige sandals, navy blue pants, and a white shirt.

QUINCE

I really love the softness of linen pants for men, especially if we’re going to in the water or woods. Pair them with a solid t-shirt, linen button down or a sweater.

Man wearing a white shirt, beige pants, and black sandals

ZARA

Zara has a large selection of loose and tailored pants and different leg widths as well. I linked to the entire selection!

Person wearing a light blue button-up shirt with rolled sleeves and blue jeans.

BANANA REPUBLIC

They have a great selection of linen shirts in so many different colors. I’ve linked to these but check out the entire selection!

Black and white photo of a smiling family, with a man carrying a child on his shoulders and a woman holding another child, while a third child stands between them in a field.

See how the softness of everyone’s clothing really lends to the romantic and connected nature of the image? It really goes a long way!

A couple holding hands on a beach, with one person holding a child. The scene appears to be at sunset.

An open jacket or corduroy shirt is a always a great option over a T-Shirt or plain shirt. It’s a great way to bring in some more color!

Man wearing a beige t-shirt, dark jeans, and brown boots.

If they are a jeans guy, try a dark blue or black and paired with great shoes- NOT dress shoes. Again, make sure they can sit and move in them!

A man standing indoors in front of a large window, wearing a tan coat, denim shirt, black rolled-up jeans, and white sneakers.

Here is another example of layering an overcoat with more casual pieces to elevate the look.

A person standing on a large rock in a river, wearing a brown jacket, a plaid shirt, jeans, and brown boots, with a background of trees and autumn foliage.

This is a great mountain man/natural look. It brings in a print and has layering with great shoes!

A brown short-sleeve button-up shirt with a diamond pattern and white buttons, paired with white drawstring pants.

If we are going to be using water, make sure your partner has pants that can roll up at the bottom and still look nice.

CROSS AND CROWN

Spring and Fall are great for T-shirt guys. A bright white T with an open linen or corduroy shirt looks great. You can even make it a cool band T-shirt or their fave worn in shirt!

A brown corduroy button-up shirt worn over a white t-shirt, hanging on a wooden hanger against a plain background.

Person standing on a wooden deck, wearing beige boots, gray pants, and a dark sweater, holding a walking stick.

HUCKBERRY

These corduroy pants are popular for a reason. They fit really well while also allowing for movement. And they come in great colors!

A person wearing a cream-colored knit sweater, green pants, and brown boots.

QUINCE

For a more structured pant, soft chinos work nicely. These have some stretch in them while still giving a more polished look.

Person wearing white sneakers, brown pants, white shirt, and light jacket.

BANANA REPUBLIC

They have a great selection of nice linen pants with a range of styles. I linked to these but check them all out!

Man wearing a green button-up shirt and white pants with sunglasses

ZARA

Zara has a great selection as well as some really nice colors!! Perfect to pair with neutrals.

YOU GOT THIS!

No matter what, don’t let it stress you out. Go with something you feel awesome in! Have fun with it! Please feel free to text me with anything you’re considering wearing or buying and I will always give you my honest opinions. 845-532-6337

Keep in mind that we will be out in nature, sitting on the ground, walking through overgrown grass, etc so make sure you’re

comfortable and wearing shoes we can adventure in (or take off).

If you are ordering anything, it’s worth getting two different sizes or colors at the same time and then sending back what doesn’t work. That way we’re not stalled by the mail!

Don’t underestimate how long this part takes!! Let’s start right now!