• STYLE
    • Maternity Style
    • Try-Ons
  • BEAUTY
    • Hair
    • Makeup
    • Skincare
    • Favorite Products
  • HOME
    • DIY
    • Home Tour
  • LIFESTYLE
    • Fitness
    • Food
    • FAMILY
      • Motherhood
      • Pregnancy
      • Breastfeeding
      • Exclusive Pumping
      • Favorite Products
  • Travel
    • Villa Dal Mare
    • Walt Disney World
    • Caribbean
    • USA
  • SHOP
    • SHOP MY FAVES
    • SHOP MY INSTAGRAM
    • SHOP MY AMAZON
  • SHOP THE LMB COLLECTION

Lauren McBride

Maternity Style•STYLE

Navy Blue and Leopard

June 30, 2015

Disclosure: Some items in this post were gifted for consideration. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Wendy Bellissimo for Destination Maternity Wendy Bellissimo for Destination Maternity Wendy Bellissimo for Destination Maternity Wendy Bellissimo for Destination Maternity Wendy Bellissimo for Destination Maternity Wendy Bellissimo for Destination Maternity Wendy Bellissimo for Destination Maternity Wendy Bellissimo for Destination Maternity

Dress: c/o Wendy Bellissimo by Destination Maternity
Shoes: Michael Kors
Clutch: Clare V.
Watch: c/o Daniel Wellington
Rings: Stella & Dot, Henri Bendel

So a lot of you have asked on my Facebook page if I have a personal photographer following me around. I take that as a huge compliment that our photography here has improved, but I can’t help but laugh because that seems so ridiculous to me! My husband takes all of my photos, but it’s really a combined effort (and a total shit show). It usually goes something like this:

– Husband comes home from work, I scramble to get ready for photos while husband entertains toddler.

– We all pack into the car after eating dinner.

– We drive around randomly as I look for a good spot with decent lighting (not too much sun, not too much shade, etc etc).

– We find a spot.

– We do a test shoot. Photos suck, we drive to the next spot.

– Next spot found, this one is better. Okay, we’ll make it work.

– Grab tripod, camera, toddler, and stroller. Toddler goes in stroller and we go to wherever the spot is.

– I meter the camera to get good lighting.

– Toddler is getting annoyed.

– Okay, finally have good settings, so we take some photos.

-Toddler is getting more annoyed.

– Okaaayyyyyy, let’s hurry this up. Take more photos, check camera, make just adjustments.

– Toddler is DONE.

– Wrap it up, make do with what we have, and head home.

Hotttttt messssssssss. But you know what? It’s okay. I’m not perfect, and therefore these photos will never be perfect. And I’m sure they will be even less perfect when baby #2 is here! 😉

LMB-Signature

Share this post:

  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Pinterest

Destination Maternity Wendy Bellissimo

Reader Interactions

Leave a Comment Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Comments

  1. Heidi says

    July 1, 2015 at 11:20 pm

    baby bump: adorable
    Dress: adorable
    Also, totally relate to everything you said! Wait until you have 2! Great photos though, what do you mean by “metering the camera” your pictures are always so great I’d love the tips:)

    Wishes

    Reply
  2. The Gifted Gabber says

    July 6, 2015 at 4:17 pm

    Ha!!! Your photo sessions sound exactly like mine! Except my toddler is very prone to carsickness so we barely can get off our property for photos. :/
    And, yes…expect it to get all the more crazy when your second one arrives. Super cute maternity look. I had a similar navy blue maternity dress when I was preggo. So comfy. —- Amy @ http://www.thegiftedgabber.com/
    #streetstylesunday

    Reply
  3. Abby says

    July 8, 2015 at 1:19 pm

    I love your pregnant glow! This navy maxi dress is so simple yet so beautiful 🙂

    xo,
    Abby of Life in the Fash Lane

    Reply
    • Lauren McBride says

      July 14, 2015 at 6:52 am

      Thank you! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Rachel says

    July 8, 2015 at 11:19 pm

    Yay! for someone who understands frustrations with photo shoots and toddlers in tow lol! I feel ya! You look amazing in this dress and in these photos Lauren! You and your hubby (and toddler) are doing a great job though.
    Thank you for linking up to “Bloggers Who Have Inspired Me” link up
    Rachel xo
    Bloggers Who Have Inspired Me link up is now LIVE here

    Garay Treasures

    Reply
  5. Grace Liang says

    July 9, 2015 at 2:16 pm

    Lol! Love reading this post very much! So true! But your photos are great!
    I am so in LOVE with this outfit! I will feature this look of yours on my Friday’s post. I run different themes everyday and that day is called They Got It Right! Thank you very much for sharing and keep in touch!
    Please stop by today for Color and Grace Fashion link up! 🙂
    Grace
    http://colorandgrace.com 

    Reply
  6. Whitney @ Whitney à la mode says

    July 9, 2015 at 7:28 pm

    Hahaha. I love this! I think that getting great photos is the hardest part of being a style blogger. Your photos are beautiful…as well as this dress!

    Reply
    • Lauren McBride says

      July 14, 2015 at 6:50 am

      Thank Whitney! We work hard at them 😉

      Reply
  7. Lanae Bond says

    July 10, 2015 at 10:32 am

    You look very lovely! I love how you styled your maxi dress!

    Reply
    • Lauren McBride says

      July 14, 2015 at 6:49 am

      Thanks Lanae (what a pretty name!)

      Reply
  8. Jess says

    July 11, 2015 at 9:37 am

    Well I personally think your photos are great! I think we can be our worst critics sometime. Love the close up shots, and this dress looks similar to my green one I wore the other day with the tassels at the belt. I love the color on you too. I would be tired too if that was my routine !!

    Thanks for linking up with Turning Heads Tuesday!
    jess xx
    http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com

    Reply
    • Lauren McBride says

      July 14, 2015 at 6:48 am

      Thank you Jess! I’m loving tassels lately!

      Reply
  9. Leelo R says

    July 12, 2015 at 8:42 am

    I think your photos look beautiful! I know it can be a struggle with a toddler 😀
    And of course you outfit looks beautiful!

    Beauty by Miss L Weekly Fashion Link Up! 

    Reply
    • Lauren McBride says

      July 14, 2015 at 6:46 am

      Hahaha, I think its safe to say everything is a struggle with a toddler 😉 Thank you!

      Reply
  10. Jaclyn Kent says

    July 12, 2015 at 2:19 pm

    You are a stunning mommy-to-be! I love maxi dresses during maternity,

    Reply
    • Lauren McBride says

      July 14, 2015 at 6:46 am

      Thank you! They are the best, and most comfortable!

      Reply
  11. Carly says

    July 12, 2015 at 3:45 pm

    Such a gorgeous maternity look! That dress looks like something out of a fairy tale
    Dresses & Denim

    Reply
    • Lauren McBride says

      July 14, 2015 at 6:45 am

      Thank you! It’s a great dress! Maternity fashion has come so far!

      Reply
  12. Happiness at Mid Life says

    July 14, 2015 at 1:02 am

    Wow you are dedicated! I wished I had the time to drive around for photos but it’s just not in the cards. You do a great job with a tripod!

    Thank you for joining TBT Fashion link up and hope to see you Thursday.

    Alice
    http://www.happinessatmidlife.com

    Reply
    • Lauren McBride says

      July 14, 2015 at 6:44 am

      Haha, we make it work 😉

      Reply
  13. Felicia says

    March 13, 2016 at 3:08 am

    I’m in looove with this dress! But i can’t find it anywhere 🙁

    Reply
Previous ELARI Giveaway
Next Summer Style with Hallmark

Related Posts

Casual Holiday Maternity Outfit

Distressed Knit Cardigan

BUMPStyle Box: Tees by Tina

January Old Navy Try On

Primary Sidebar

VISIT

Villa Dal Mare

St John, USVI

As Seen On:

  • Instagram
  • Instagram Stories
SHOP THE

LAUREN MCBRIDE COLLECTION

#LMBXQVC

Subscribe

Subscribe to the list for exclusive content from Lauren! From exclusive sales and codes to the best things you can find across the web in home decor, easy style and motherhood.

SHOP

MY AMAZON

FAVES
#TBT to our last visit to St. John 💗🌸 Missin #TBT to our last visit to St. John 💗🌸 Missing @villadalmare extra today…where did this cold front come from?? And, this @revolve dress is still available and the perfect Summer addition! Can’t wait for the weather to warm up so I can break it out again 🤣🤣 Linking in stories!!
on instagram@laurmcbrideblog

FOLLOW ALONG ON SOCIAL

  • ABOUT LAUREN
  • COLLABORATE
  • DISCLOSURES
  • F.A.Qs.
  • PRESS
  • CONTACT
on pinterestfollow pins

AMAZON AFFILIATE DISCLAIMER

We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
  • ABOUT
  • CONTACT
  • COLLABORATE
  • LEGAL TERMS
  • PRIVACY POLICY
Copyright © Lauren McBride | Design By: MLL Branding +Design Studio
loading Cancel
Post was not sent - check your email addresses!
Email check failed, please try again
Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email.