Maternity photoshoot in Delhi: expecting mother in a black one-shoulder gown with a ruffled sleeve and a crystal-trimmed side slit, hand on

The Statement

Statement maternity looks: slits, hats and feathers

Most maternity photographs are soft. These are not. A high slit, a wide-brim hat, feather at the hem, a train of black ruffles: gowns and pieces that say something before you have struck a pose. The newest first.

Maternity photography in Gurgaon: expecting mother in a full-length black one-shoulder gown with a crystal-trimmed high slit and gold

Maternity photography in Gurgaon: black and white portrait of a young daughter looking up at her expecting mother and touching her bump

Pregnancy photoshoot in Delhi: young daughter in a black sequin skirt leaning in to kiss her mother's bump, mother in a black gown with a

Pregnancy photoshoot in Delhi: family of three in black, expecting mother seated on a white block in a black gown with a slit, husband

Maternity photoshoot in Gurgaon: black and white portrait of a smiling couple looking down at the bump, husband hugging from behind, wife

Maternity photoshoot in Delhi: expecting mother in a royal blue ruched long-sleeve gown with a side slit and nude heels, hands behind her

Maternity photography in Delhi: couple gazing at each other, wife in a royal blue gown with a hand on her back and husband in a black

Maternity photoshoot in Gurgaon: expecting mother in a royal blue ruched long-sleeve gown with a thigh-high slit, hands on her bump, white

Maternity photography in Gurgaon: expecting mother in a royal blue slit gown and black heels seated on a white block in a bright white

Maternity photoshoot in Delhi: smiling expecting mother seated on a black stool in a sleeveless black studded dress with a side slit and

Pregnancy photoshoot in Gurgaon: laughing couple, wife in a black studded dress with pearl necklaces and husband in a dark textured jacket

Pregnancy photoshoot in Gurgaon: young son standing on a white block to kiss his expecting mother, who wears a black off-shoulder gown with

Maternity photoshoot in Delhi: playful family in black, young son covering his ears and yawning between his father and expecting mother

Maternity photography in Delhi: expecting mother seated on a white block in a black off-shoulder gown with a thigh-high slit and

Pregnancy photoshoot in Gurgaon: expecting mother walking toward the camera in a maroon gown with a side slit and gold heels, looking down

Maternity photoshoot in Gurgaon: young daughter in a black puff-sleeve dress and large bow standing on a white block to kiss her expecting

Pregnancy photoshoot in Delhi: backlit couple facing each other, husband seated on a white block and wife standing in a black outfit with

Maternity photoshoot in Gurgaon: expecting mother in a black sequin gown with a tiered black satin ruffle train swept out behind her

Maternity photography in Gurgaon: black and white portrait of smiling expecting mother in a black gown with a white off-shoulder wrap

Expecting mother in a black fitted gown with a feather-trimmed neckline, black satin bow and a tiered black ruffle train swept out behind

Expecting mother in a red draped halter-style gown with a high slit and nude heels, hand on hip and one on her bump, looking back with a

Black and white portrait of smiling expecting mother in a fitted black ruched one-shoulder long-sleeve gown with a high slit, long wavy

Young son in white tee and jeans standing on a white block to kiss his expecting mother, who wears a black wrap dress with a high slit and

Expecting mother in a fuchsia pink fitted gown with a draped side sash and pearl necklace, posing with silver disco balls and dried pampas

Couple standing side by side, wife in a fitted royal blue sheer-panel long-sleeve gown with a high ponytail, husband in a patterned zip

Expecting mother in a gold and black patterned knit mini dress with pearl trim, black patterned tights and heels, hand on her bump, dark

Expecting mother in a fitted black long-sleeve gown with a high side slit and gold heels, wide-brim black hat, hand on hip, bright white

Expecting mother in a fitted black one-shoulder long-sleeve gown with a high thigh slit and embellished heels, hair in a high ponytail

High-key black and white portrait of expecting mother in a black long-sleeve plunge bodysuit, wide-brim hat and knee-high boots, hand on

Expecting mother in a fitted black one-shoulder long-sleeve dress with a high slit and an oversized cream straw hat, hand on hip, light

Expecting mother in a black plunge gathered dress with long black opera gloves, a floral fascinator with a veil and layered bracelets

Expecting mother seated on a wooden stool in a rust-brown halter jumpsuit with wide legs and platform heels, hand on her bump, looking to

Expecting mother in a floral-print satin mini dress with a flowing cape and train in white, magenta and blue, with clear heels, hand on her

Black and white portrait of expecting mother in a white fitted strapless mini dress with a sweetheart neckline, holding up a large brimmed

Expecting mother in a cobalt blue gown with sheer mesh panels, high neck and ruched skirt, long drop earrings and ponytail, hands on her

Expecting mother in a cobalt blue high-neck long-sleeve fitted gown with a thigh-high slit and nude heels, ponytail with drop earrings

Expecting mother seated on a stool in a dusty pink fitted long-sleeve gown with a long train and a tan felt hat, surrounded by pampas

Black and white portrait of expecting mother seated sideways on a dark stool in a black halter jumpsuit and chunky metallic platform heels

Smiling expecting mother in a black long-sleeve fitted gown with a high slit and peep-toe heels, a small shih tzu in a red bow tie on a

Expecting mother in a maroon off-shoulder gown with long cape sleeves and a train, holding a bunch of white roses, hair blowing, dark grey

High-key black and white family portrait: husband in a white shirt seated on a white block, wife in a black one-shoulder dress with a slit

Expecting mother seated on a metal stool in a white strapless fitted mini dress and glitter heels, head tilted back with one hand in her

Expecting mother in a black long-sleeve fitted gown with a jewelled beaded bib necklace and a thigh slit, looking down, hands on her bump

Expecting mother seated on a wooden stool in a black fitted gown with sequin puff sleeves and a long train, looking down at her bump, light

Smiling expecting mother in a black long-sleeve fitted gown with a high slit and heels carrying her toddler son in black on her hip, hair

Couple portrait, wife in a white strapless sweetheart mini dress and gold earrings, husband in a black polo and white trousers holding her

Smiling couple, husband in a white shirt holding his wife's bump while she kisses his cheek, wife in a red halter gown with a rose at the

Expecting mother in a black long-sleeve fitted dress with a high slit and a huge tiered black ruffle train swept out behind her, headband

Smiling expecting mother in a royal blue high-neck long-sleeve fitted gown with a thigh-high slit and clear heels, hand on hip, bright

Expecting mother in a black strappy fitted gown with a high slit, black strappy heels and long curly hair, hands on her bump, grey backdrop.

Expecting mother in a white strapless fitted mini dress leaning on stacked white blocks in pink bow platform heels, hand on her bump, long

Black and white portrait of expecting mother in a black one-shoulder long-sleeve ruched gown with a high slit, hair blowing, eyes down

Black and white portrait of expecting mother in a black strapless fitted gown with a train, a black sheer drape flying beside her, hand on

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Some of the outfits in these photographs belong to our clients and may not be available to hire. We cannot tell at a glance which ones, so if you see something you love, send us a screenshot on WhatsApp and we will tell you whether it is in the studio wardrobe.

The Statement

Photographing a statement

One strong thing. A statement look works when one element does the talking. On this page that element is a high slit with heels, a wide-brim hat in black felt or cream straw, a train of ruffles, feather at the neckline or the hem, or a halter drape knotted at the throat. Everything else in the frame stays simple.

Mostly black, then blue. Black is the largest group here, with royal blue the second. A few are red or white. A strong colour keeps the focus on the shape, and black or blue against a pale backdrop gives the look its edge.

Plain backdrops. The majority were made against white, light grey or medium grey. When the gown or the hat is the statement, the backdrop should say nothing.

Posing for it. The poses are taller and more angular than the soft looks: hand on hip, chin lifted, a leg out through the slit, shoulders turned. Many frames use a stool or a white block, so the gown can fall around you. You will not need to practise. Anega shows you the angle.

Heels. If you are comfortable in heels, choose a manageable height and try them on before the day; balance and foot size both change in pregnancy. Bare feet are fine for any of these looks.

Your own piece. A hat, gloves, a statement necklace or a fascinator can all be brought along as props, and we will use them if they suit the setup. Bring two options and we choose together. The studio has hats you can use. Some of the accessories and jewellery in these frames belong to clients, so please check with us before assuming a piece is available.

With a child. A few of the frames here include a young son or daughter at your hip or on a block beside you. A high-slit gown becomes warm very quickly when a child kisses your cheek. Children can be added to any dress.

Ruffles and capes. A black tiered ruffle train swept out behind you, in a few frames, is the most theatrical gown here. Sheer cape sleeves in maroon or red, falling to the floor, do something similar more quietly.

The hats. The hats on this page include a wide-brim black felt, a black hat with a cowboy brim, a cream straw hat as wide as your shoulders, and a plain black felt in profile. A hat changes the shape of the whole frame, so keep the gown fitted and the backdrop plain.

The most theatrical frame. Long black opera gloves, a veiled fascinator and a plunging black dress. It is the one frame in this gallery that is entirely about costume, and it works because nothing else is added.

Questions we are asked

Is a statement look too much for a maternity photograph?

It is exactly as much as you choose. The same gown can be photographed softly or sharply, and we decide the mood at the consultation, with these frames on the table.

Can I bring my own hat or jewellery?

Yes. Props are welcome: a hat, a necklace, a scan, baby shoes. We will use them if they suit the setup.

Do I need to be comfortable in heels?

Not at all. A heel adds length in a slit gown, but bare feet work beautifully with most looks here. ---

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