Outfit Recommendations for Your Maternity Session (Outdoors + Cottage)

Outdoor clothing recommendations:

• Wool coats or parkas
• Chunky knit sweaters
• Turtlenecks and thick knit layers
• Warm scarves, hats, and mittens
• Natural fabrics with matte textures

Footwear for outdoor photos:  

• Leather or suede boots
• Insulated winter boots in neutral tones (beige, brown, black)
• Classic, simple boots without bold details or visible logos

Warm outerwear and winter boots look very natural in photos and help create a cozy, seasonal feel.

Please avoid outdoors:  

• Athletic sneakers
• Bright or high-contrast shoes
• Shiny materials or heavy decorative elements

Cottage (Indoor) Styling

For indoor photos at the cottage, we aim for a soft, warm, and timeless look that feels natural and relaxed.

Colours & fabrics:

• Soft neutrals: white, cream, beige, warm grey, oatmeal, soft brown, muted mustard
• Black can be used sparingly and balanced with lighter tones
• Be cautious with blue — many shades can reflect harshly on skin indoors
• Matte fabrics photograph much better than shiny ones
• Natural materials such as cotton, wool, and knitwear work best
• I recommend skipping denim indoors and choosing trousers, skirts, or soft knit pants instead

Shoes & small details:

• Shoes are optional — we can also shoot barefoot
• If barefoot, please avoid socks (they tend to look distracting in photos 🙂)
• Keep jewellery minimal and natural
• Avoid hair ties or bracelets on wrists

What to Avoid (Outdoors & Indoors)

To keep your photos timeless and elegant, please avoid:

• Sequins, rhinestones, glitter, or sparkly fabrics
• Loud prints or large patterns
• Shiny or synthetic materials
• Tight or uncomfortable clothing
• Visible logos or branded items
• Smartwatches, fitness trackers, or electronic watches
• Neon or overly vibrant colours
• Identical matching outfits