Maternity & Newborn

Styling Guide

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Maternity & Newborn Styling Guide

Welcome to our quick guide on choosing the perfect vibe for your shoot, as well as selecting the right attire and essentials to bring along on the day.

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How it works

Congrats! Bubs is almost here and it’s time to capture the beautiful final moments of pregnancy and the first moments of your newest family member.

Understandably, this can be a stressful time so let’s not stress about your photo shoot, read through this guide on how to prepare for your session and what to bring on the day.

  • Step 1

    First you will have a Creative Call to discuss idea sand styles for your photos. Have a read through this guide, look through our Instagram and website, create a mood-board, choose colours and clothes.

  • Step 2

    You will come in for your maternity session that will take around 30-45 mins. Keep in mind you will not be viewing your photos at this stage.

  • Step 3

    You will then go off and have bub!!

  • Step 4

    Time for your newborn session! This will be around the 8-10 day mark. Come in with bubs and family (the more the merrier).

  • Step 5

    After your newborn session you will have a viewing session to go through all of your photos including the maternity. Your designer will help you select your favourite images and create your designs.

Colour

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Bold / Boho
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Light / Whimsical
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Warm / Neutrals
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Do you have a favourite colour?

Let’s use it in your portrait shoot!

What to Bring

Our quick guide on what to bring with your for your portrait shoot.

  • Bring Sentimental Objects

The best way to make your photos yours is to include sentimental things, whether its jewellery, ornaments, instruments, family heirlooms or pieces that have significant value to you or your partner!

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  • Bring Clothing

Choose an outfit that makes you feel great. Neutral colors work well, and it’s best to avoid large logos or bold patterns that may distract from your adorable little one. Confidence shines through when you’re comfortable in your clothes!

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  • Bring Bub’s Things

The session lasts about 2 hours, so it’s recommended to feed your little one just before arriving at the studio. We provide convenient amenities like change tables and private rooms for your comfort.

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  • Bring Your People

Bring along your family, we have no restriction on the number of people within a session. You can even bring along your pets, after all they are very much a part of the family. The more the merrier!

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  • Bring Personal Items

This can be anything from your favourite book, instrument or perhaps you make your own custom clothing or jewellery. Let’s show it off! It can also be something that reflects who you are as a family, like matching ‘keep cups’ or PJs or game controllers.

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  • Bring an Open Mind!

The most important thing to bring along with you is an open mind and trust in your photographer. We are very experienced and will do everything we can to make your session and images perfect and memorable for you.

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Remember

It’s always better to have it and not need it, so even if you are unsure, bring it along!

Inspiration

Follow us on social media for inspiration and to keep up to date on what’s happening at the studio!

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We can’t wait to see you in the studio!