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Planning your maternity photoshoot can be time-consuming ‒ the venue, poses, photographer…
But let us ease up your schedule with our picks for the best maternity dresses for photoshoots.
In this article: 📝
- Where to buy maternity photoshoot dress
- What should I wear for a maternity photoshoot?
- What month of pregnancy should I do photoshoot?
- What do you wear under maternity gown?
- How to make a maternity dress for photoshoot
Where to buy maternity photoshoot dress
First off, where can you shop for your maternity photoshoot dress?
Well, this is where it can get a little tricky.
You want something special for your maternity photoshoot, so your standard maternity clothing just won’t cut it.
Here are our top picks for where to show for maternity photoshoot outfits:
- Amazon: Suits every budget with lots of options.
- PinkBlush: On the pricier end of the scale.
- Sexy Mama Maternity: Lots of options, but can be expensive.
What should I wear for a maternity photoshoot?
Now for some maternity photoshoot outfit ideas.
We’ve got options for all sorts of maternity photoshoots, including sizing options so you can see which are the best plus-size maternity dresses for photoshoots.
Let’s get dolled up!
What do you wear to a winter maternity shoot?
First up, if the weather’s cold when your baby bump has made its appearance, you’ll want some winter maternity dresses for photoshoots:
1. Simple Off-Shoulder Long Sleeve Maxi Maternity Dress
Make sure you don’t get chilly during your maternity photoshoot with this elegant long-sleeved maxi maternity photoshoot dress.
Colors: Hunter green, dark pink, wine red, black, blue, burgundy, dusty pink, purple, floral, mauve, navy, white
Sizes: Small to X-Large
Price: $36.99 ‒ $39.99
2. Puffy Long-Sleeve Mermaid Maxi Maternity Dress
The puffy sleeves of this figure-hugging maternity dress make it perfect for a winter maternity photoshoot ‒ although we’d recommend layering up underneath!
Colors: Mustard yellow, burgundy, mauve, off-white, orange-red, orange, blue, pink, black, green
Sizes: X-Small to XX-Large
Price: $59.99 ‒ $62.99
3. ¾ Sleeve V-Neck Maxi Maternity Dress
How about layering a chunky scarf and hat with this ¾ sleeve maternity photoshoot dress for the perfect winter style?
Colors: Olive, black, dusty pink, mauve, mocha, navy blue, vintage purple, royal blue, burgundy, papaya, floral
Sizes: Small to 3X-Large
Price: $35.99 ‒ $44.49
Lace maternity dresses for photoshoot
Lace maternity photoshoot dresses are all the rage.
Elegant and feminine, they’re loved by mamas-to-be around the world:
4. Lace Puff-Sleeved Maxi Maternity Dress
After a maternity photoshoot dress that will drape beautifully over your bump?
Then this is the dress for you!
Colors: Sage, antique rose, black, blue, champagne, green, pink, white, wine, yellow
Sizes: Small to X-Large
Price: $62.99
5. Floral Lace Off-Shoulder Maxi Maternity Dress
Feeling floral?
Go all-out boho glam with this off-shoulder maternity photoshoot dress.
Colors: Pink carnation, mustard, pink, white, wine red, light blue
Sizes: Small to XX-Large
Price: $35.98 ‒ $42.98
6. Lace Top V-Neck Maxi Maternity Dress
Not sure what to wear for a summer maternity photoshoot?
How about this sleeveless lace top maxi number?
Colors: Denim blue, burgundy, gray, pink
Sizes: 4 ‒ 26
Price: $54.99
Boho maternity dresses for photoshoot
If you’re more of a boho babe than old Hollywood, take your pick from these boho maternity photoshoot dresses:
7. Puffy Tulle Sheer Maternity Robe
Why not go all-out glam for your maternity photoshoot dress?
This is, quite possibly, the most fabulous maternity photoshoot outfit we’ve ever seen!
Colors: Green, camel, black, light blue, hot pink, burgundy, dark green, lilac, mauve, light pink, red, royal blue, beige, white
Sizes: X-Small to 4X-Large
Price: $140 ‒ $159.99
8. Lace Off-Shoulder Puff Sleeves Split Maxi Maternity Dress
Puff sleeves, light lace, and extra-long?
Yup. This maternity photoshoot dress is the definition of boho beauty.
Colors: Champagne, antique rose, black, blue, green, pink, sage, white, wine, yellow
Sizes: Small to X-Large
Price: $62.99
9. Tulle Off-Shoulder Puff Short Sleeve Maxi Maternity Dress
We love the artist sleeves of this pregnancy photoshoot dress ‒ and the secret short length covered with light tulle.
Colors: Burnt orange, burgundy, denim blue, hazy blue, pink
Sizes: 4 ‒ 16
Price: $52.99
Cheap maternity photoshoot dresses
Looking for a maternity photoshoot dress on a budget?
Never fear, we’ve got the best cheap maternity dresses for photoshoots right here:
10. Off-Shoulder Chiffon Split Front Maxi Maternity Dress
There’s a reason why this budget-friendly maternity photoshoot dress is loved by our Peanut mamas.
Not only is it pretty cheap, but it’s also absolutely gorgeous, flattering for every body type and every baby bump.
Colors: White, pink, red, sky blue, coral pink, yellow, purple
Sizes: Small to X-Large
Price: $24.99 ‒ $31.99
11. Lace V-Neck Sheer Maxi Maternity Dress
How about a statement maternity photoshoot gown?
Well, this lace maxi maternity photoshoot dress proves that eye-catching styles don’t have to come with a hefty price tag!
Colors: Wine, beige, black, dark blue, pink, purple, white, blue
Sizes: Small to 4X-Large
Price: $20.99 ‒ $23.99
12. Lace Strapless Split-Front Maxi Maternity Dress
Looking for a lacey maternity photoshoot dress that’s strapless?
Well, look no further!
Colors: White, red, black
Sizes: Small to X-Large
Price: $25.99 ‒ $27.99
13. Off-Shoulder Long Sleeved Lace Maxi Maternity Dress
If you want an Elvin, ethereal feel to your maternity photoshoot, you’ve just found your perfect dress.
Draped sleeves? Check.
Light lace? Check.
Lots of colors to choose from? Double-check.
Colors: Champagne, blue, green, pink, sage, white, wine, yellow, antique rose, black
Sizes: X-Small to X-Large
Price: $49.99 ‒ $59.99
14. Off-Shoulder Caped Short Maternity Dress
This one’s a bit different.
If you want to stand out from the crowd, try this midi, caped maternity photoshoot dress.
Colors: Pink white, blue
Sizes: X-Small to X-Large
Price: $29.99
15. Spaghetti Strap Patterned Short Maternity Dress
Planning a summer photoshoot with your baby bump?
Head to the beach, grab your shades, sunhat, and sunscreen, and throw on this dress for an easy maternity photoshoot outfit.
Colors: 33 different patterns and colors
Sizes: Small to XX-Large
Price: $9.99 ‒ $34.99
16. Ruffle Top Off-Shoulder Patterned Midi Maternity Dress
How about a maternity photoshoot dress you can wear casually before and after your photoshoot?
Simply pick your pattern, accessorize, and you’re good to go!
Colors: 65 different patterns and colors
Sizes: Small to X-Large
Price: $29.99 ‒ $32.99
Pink maternity dresses for photoshoot
Expecting a baby girl?
Make your gender reveal with these gorgeous pink maternity photoshoot dresses:
17. Off-Shoulder V-Neck Wrap Maxi Maternity Dress
If you’re after something with a Grecian feel, this beautiful off-shoulder maternity photoshoot dress will certainly fit the bill!
Colors: Pink, burgundy, light blue, royal blue, white
Sizes: Small to X-Large
Price: $39.99
18. Puffy Tulle Open Maxi Maternity Gown
We can’t get enough of the puffy tulle maternity photoshoot dress look!
If you want to make a statement with your pregnancy photoshoot, bearing your beautiful baby bump, this is the dress for you!
Colors: Pink, light pink, white, bright green, brown, ivory, burgundy, blue, champagne, royal blue, rose pink, green, light blue, light brown, navy blue, lavender, teal, black, yellow, red
Sizes: X-Small to 4X-Large
Price: $93.99 ‒ $105.99
Blue maternity dresses for photoshoot
Or maybe you’re carrying a bouncing baby boy?
Then go for one of these blue maternity photoshoot dresses:
19. Strapless Sleek Maxi Maternity Dress
Now this pregnancy photoshoot dress just screams elegance.
If you don’t fancy wearing sleeves at all, go for something sleeveless!
Colors: Blue, black, pink, red, white
Sizes: Small to X-Large
Price: $27.99 ‒ $33.99
20. Off-Shoulder Draped Maxi Maternity Gown
This maternity photoshoot dress will make you feel like you’re stepping onto the red carpet ‒ simple, elegant, stunning.
Colors: Blue, burgundy, pink, champagne, steel blue, black, green, magenta, light pink, white, yellow, baby blue, coral, mauve, light blue, red, plum purple, spruce blue, jade green, periwinkle blue
Sizes: X-Small to XX-Large
Price: $39.99 ‒ $65.99
21. Ruffle Top Off Shoulder Lace Maxi Maternity Dress
A simple maternity photoshoot dress that shows off your bump with elegance and style.
Colors: Light blue, mauve, wine red, light purple, royal blue, teal
Sizes: Small to X-Large
Price: $29.99 ‒ $33.69
White maternity dresses for photoshoot
Feeling angelic? Go for goddess glam with these white maternity photoshoot gowns:
22. Off-Shoulder Ruffle Front Maxi Maternity Dress
If you’re looking for something more fitted, you’ll love this bump-hugging maternity photoshoot dress.
Simple, elegant, and highly rated!
Colors: White, pink, burgundy, floral, hunter green, light purple, mustard, sage, sky blue, beige, navy, blue
Sizes: Small to X-Large
Price: $41.99 ‒ $43.99
23. Floral Short Sleeve Maxi Maternity Dress
If you’re after a white maternity photoshoot dress with a little detail to stand out, this is the pregnancy photoshoot dress for you!
Colors: White, black, burgundy
Sizes: 4 ‒ 26
Price: $64.99
Green maternity dresses for photoshoot
Maybe you want to keep baby’s sex a secret with a green maternity photoshoot dress?
We’ve got you covered (literally):
24. Halterneck Peekaboo Front Slit Maxi Maternity Dress
Who says maternity photoshoots can’t be sexy?
Definitely not us.
Colors: Green, royal blue, pink, purple, red, burgundy, light blue
Sizes: X-Small ‒ X-Large
Price: $49.99 ‒ $65.99
25. Ruffle Top Overlap Off-Shoulder Maxi Maternity Dress
We love the ruffle top of this elegant maternity photoshoot dress ‒ super flattering on all body types!
Colors: Jade, light blue, hunter green, royal blue, wine red, light purple, mauve, teal, teal denim, yellow, magenta
Sizes: Small ‒ X-Large
Price: $29.99 ‒ $33.99
Red maternity dresses for photoshoot
Feeling vampy?
Go for one of our ravishing red maternity photoshoot dresses for ultra-glam!
26. Chiffon Off-Shoulder Mermaid Maxi Maternity Dress
This maternity photoshoot dress is the epitome of old-Hollywood glamor.
Pair with a bold red lip or a simple black eyeliner wing for a fabulous look!
Colors: Red, burgundy, black, blue, light blue, light green, mustard yellow, peacock blue, pink, purple, white
Sizes: One size with stretchy material (Bust: 37’’, Waist: 25.2’’-33.8’’, Hip: 34.6’’, Front Length: 66.1’’, Back Length: 110.2’’)
Price: $48.99
27. Strapless Front Split Maxi Maternity Dress
We love the simple look of this bump-focused strapless dress ‒ a beautiful way to remember your pregnancy body.
Colors: Red, black, blue, white
Sizes: One size with stretchy material (Length 67”, Bust 27-47”)
Price: $32.99
28. Bishop Sleeve V-Neck Side Slit Maxi Maternity Dress
Now for some understated glam.
Let your bump do the talking in this maxi maternity photoshoot dress.
Colors: Red, burnt orange, black, spruce blue, royal blue, mauve, burgundy, champagne, pink, green, yellow, light blue, purple, white, rust
Sizes: X-Small ‒ XX-Large
Price: $59.99 ‒ $65.99
What month of pregnancy should I do photoshoot?
It’s totally up to you!
Many of our Peanut mamas-to-be choose to have their maternity photoshoot in the summer or fall, so the weather’s sunny for an outdoor photoshoot.
But if your baby bump is making its appearance in the winter months, that works, too ‒ just dress up warm!
What do you wear under maternity gown?
It depends on the type of maternity photoshoot dress you choose.
If you have a strapless or off-shoulder dress, it can be best to go for a strapless bra.
And some Peanut mamas prefer to wear some sort of bump-supporting shapewear, like this shapewear by Belevation.
Try to go for as close to your skin color as possible, so it doesn’t show through the maternity photoshoot dress, especially if you’re wearing a lacey or sheer gown.
How to make a maternity dress for photoshoot
If you’re a seamstress or a DIY mama and you feel like making your own maternity photoshoot dress, go for it!
We love the idea of going full Beyoncé with a big piece of tulle or chiffon to cover yourself with, with your best maternity underwear on show.
Simple, cheap, and stunning.
So which of our maternity photoshoot dresses made the cut?
Share your maternity photoshoot snaps with the other mamas-to-be on Peanut, or check theirs out for inspiration!
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