Stylista File: Mommy-To-Be Chic

Thursday, July 29, 2010

Mommy-To-Be Chic

Designer duds are available for babies, toddlers and children; there are even Cynthia Rowley diapers (see Oh, Baby! post). Why shouldn't mommy look her best at this special time?

I remember my mom wearing some pretty awful clothes when she was pregnant with my younger brother, now 24. Luckily, there are chic maternity clothes today.

J Brand Maternity Pencil Leg Jeans, $196 from Shop Bop

Instead of wearing huge t-shirts, baggy sweat pants and frumpy lingerie and swimsuits, pregnant women have many flattering belly options. Women are celebrating their expanding tummies and their sweet baby waiting to be born.

Paige Premium Denim Maternity Union Jeggings, $179 from Shop Bop

Full disclosure: I'm not pregnant, nor ever have been, but I know mothers-to-be are looking for comfort and still want to feel like their old selves.

Emily English Garden Nursing Bra, $27.25 from Shop Style

Cotton is the go to comfort fabric since it is natural and breathable. Also, in order to feel like your pre-pregnant self, you shouldn't dramatically change your style. Embrace your new, and changing body, but keep some of the elements that make you happy- like bright colors, tank tops, shorts, jeans, dresses, embellishments or whatever else makes you feel great.

Maternity Peplum Tunic, $70 from Top Shop

Wrap dresses are a great option since you can adjust the wrap tie as your size changes. This will give the piece a bit more longevity and you can possibly continue wearing it shortly (notice I said shortly, do not wear maternity clothes after the baby is born for very long) after your bundle of joy has arrived.

Maternity Tea Dress, $90 from Top Shop

Leggings and jeggings are so popular because they are super comfortable, yet stylish. Tunics and dresses are great maternity wear, and when the weather turns cooler, or if you just don't want to show your legs, throwing on a pair of leggings is a quick fix.

Moody Mamas Maternity Nursing Maxi Dress, $44.99 from Target

I know it is a big expense to purchase a new wardrobe, especially when your body is constantly changing and shifting. But, you will feel so much better about your expanding butt, sore feet and baby bump if you look your best. It isn't necessary to buy a ton of new clothing- just a few key pieces that you can wear to work and casual nights out.