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Stunning Maternity Photos | Lahaina, Maui
For this Maui Maternity Photo session, the wind was prevalent all over Maui…and I mean eeeeeeevvvvvvverywhere! There are only a few spots on island where you can fully escape the drifts, whips, and squalls, regardless of the wind direction…so I made sure we made the most of our little hideaway as best we could - and boy did we!
WHERE: LAHAINA, HI | WHO: DIANNE + DUSTIN | WHY: MATERNITY PHOTOS
For this Maui Maternity Photo session, the wind was prevalent all over Maui…and I mean eeeeeeevvvvvvverywhere! There are only a few spots on island where you can fully escape the drifts, whips, and squalls, regardless of the wind direction…so I made sure we made the most of our little hideaway as best we could - and boy did we!
Dianne & Dustin arrived on Maui for their baby moon…their FIRST baby moon…and they were just smitten. A little bummed because of the winds, but obviously, Maui delivers when it comes to beauty (regardless of weather). A little mix of sunshine, calm waters, a slight warm breeze and a couple that radiated love & excitement for their new lil one, made this session so effortlessly beautiful - I literally could have photographed them for dayyyyys!
Thank you both so much for your positivity, wonderful conversations, and easy-going nature <3 Water sessions aren’t easy, but with a little extra time & effort, they always end up breathtaking!
What to Wear For a Maternity Photo Session in Maui
Figuring out what to wear for your Maui Maternity photography session is difficult...that's why I'm here to help you slim down your options, OR create some more fabulous ones!
Figuring out what to wear for any photography session is difficult...that's why I'm here to help you slim down your options, OR create some more fabulous ones!
The most important rule is to BE COMFORTABLE! But more importantly, be you! I am going to create art that will hang on your walls for years and I want you & your loved ones to look like themselves.
Keep it fun! If you want to bring two outfits, bring two. But no matter what you wear, be confident that I’ll make you look fantastic…It’s my job.
BASIC TIPS
I love color and accessories, just keep the patterns to a minimum ;-) Solid colors always photograph well. There's no risk of distracting from faces, interactions or the environment around you.
Ladies - long maxi dresses are your best bet for EVERYTHING. They’re literally flattering on everyone! Plus they move so beautifully!
Flower Crowns, however, are always encouraged! I just can't get enough of them!
Don’t forget to bring a change of clothes or backup shirt/bottoms - sand, dirt & shoreline fun are inevitable!
In general, shoes aren't necessary for any of my sessions. You can bring standard rubber sandals for walking to/from our location or for walking on any rocks/stones.
ADDITIONAL TIPS
Photograph the outfits in advance. Lay out the clothing choices you have in mind and take a quick snapshot with your phone. If you like what you see, this photo can be super helpful when shopping!
Makeup: Less is more - especially during outdoor portraiture. Weather here in Hawaii his HOT & HUMID, so avoid wearing any makeup that is shiny or has metallic minerals because it will catch in the sunlight. And I stress...WATERPROOF MASCARA.
Hair: My best advice? Wear your hair the way you want it to look in the wind (just in case it’s windy). I’m obsessed with movement & hair blowing in the wind, but it can be unflattering when it flies across your face and it begins to frustrate you. Hairspray helps, but I highly recommend bobby pins, clips & hair ties!
Bra: Support is key! If you're wearing a strapless dress, I encourage either no bra (don't worry, I'll edit the obvious...) or a supportive strapless bra that won't show. I want the focus to remain on your new curves, not wrinkles or bumps because of tucked or exposed straps!
Still need some more inspiration for your wardrobe?
Visit my ‘What to Wear’ Pinterest Board!
WHERE TO SHOP:
For Her: PinkBlush, Sexy Mama Maternity, Amazon, Sew Trendy, Asos,
Lulu's, Target
For Him: Old Navy, Zara, Gap, Target, J.Crew
COLOR PALETTE SAMPLES
PASTEL COMBOS & INSPIRATION
LOVE NEUTRALS?
THE BOLD + THE BEAUTIFUL
The Most Tropical Maternity Adventure | Maui, Hawaii
With visions of waterfalls on her mind for her Maui Maternity Photos, we set out on a bit of a muddy walk to reach our destination...in sandals of course...and enjoyed every slippery moment of it. After all, it's totally worth it once you reach the falls, right? Totally right...and the photos....beyond magical.
WHERE: HAIKU, HI | WHO: KIMBERLY | WHY: MATERNITY SHOOT
In just one month, Kimberly's life will change forever...(just kidding...I just received an email today that she's officially a momma!)!
With a little girl on the way, her and her partner are beyond thrilled for this new adventure! After just moving to Maui a few months ago, they're not only adjusting to their new life in Hawaii, but now, making way (and room) for this little gem to enter their beautiful world.
With visions of waterfalls on her mind, we set out on a bit of a muddy walk to reach our destination...in sandals of course...and enjoyed every slippery moment of it. After all, it's totally worth it once you reach the falls, right? Totally right...and the photos....beyond magical.
Some moments from my time with the brave & beautiful, Kimberly <3
A Dreamy Wailea Maternity Session
Magicians never reveal their secrets...but this new mom-to-be revealed her natural inner & outer beauty instantaneously, making our Maui Maternity Photo session feel less like a "job" and more like an experience I"ll never forget.
WHERE: WAILEA, MAUI | WHO: ERIN + JEFF + ?? | WHY: MATERNITY
Magicians never reveal their secrets...but this new mom-to-be revealed her natural inner & outer beauty instantaneously, making my job feel less like a "job" and more like an experience I"ll never forget.
The weather was perfect. Their love was even more perfect. And this new momma...breathless. A blimps into the perfection that took place on this gorgeous Wailea sunset...
Dreamy Maternity & Family Session | Kihei, Maui
It started with some sprinkles and unforgiving breezes and ended with a sky that left us all breathless. Photo by photo, I was nearly taking away my own breath as the skies over Maui just kept giving and giving during the most Dream Maui Maternity photography session ever…
LOCATION: MAUI, HAWAII | MOOD: HOPEFUL | SESSION: OHIA MATERNITY
It started with some sprinkles and unforgiving breezes and ended with a sky that left us all breathless. Photo by photo, I was nearly taking away my own breath as the skies over Maui just kept giving and giving...and so did this adorable growing family from Florida.
Mahalo to this Tampa beauty and her family who were less than stunned by stormy skies and innocent threats of bad weather. The result was better than we ever imagined...
