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Pregnancy is an exciting but stressful time in a womanโs life. With so many things to consider, from doctors to your diet, picking out clothing for your changing body doesnโt need to add to your anxiety.
Maternity clothes have come a long, long way since your grandmother sported her baby bump (then had to hide it under a voluminous tunic). Today, itโs easy to find a range of chic, comfortable, and high-quality maternity clothes to fit every style and season of your pregnancy, from the first trimester to postpartum.
If you live in the U.K., you may already be familiar with Seraphine. For U.S. moms-to-be, you can order maternity designs (and other items) off the website, including work clothes.
Letโs face it, it can be difficult to find comfortable and professional outfits for work at any time in life, but being pregnant can make it harder. Seraphine sells beautiful, well-made blazers, shirtdresses, wrap dresses, dress pants for work, and more to help you build your (maternity) office wardrobe in (classic) style.
If you need a wide range of maternity clothes that wonโt break the bank, Old Navy has you (and your baby bump) covered with stylish basics like jeans, leggings, and a day dress for work and play.
Prices are low enough you could potentially make a one-and-done shopping expedition to last you through pregnancy and postpartum. Shopping tip: Old Navy made our list of the best places to buy dresses online and the best leggings for women.
PinkBlush sells an astonishingly vast array of comfortable and fashionable plus-size maternity clothing, ranging from flowy bohemian frocks to pretty tops. If you need a dress for a wedding, they have it. PinkBlush sells hundreds of plus-sized maternity pieces for pregnancy, including post-partum.
Beyond Yogaโs maternity workout clothes (over 90 items) comprise stretchy, comfortable, and high-quality pieces, featherweight racing back tanks, and its popular Spacedye Love the Bump midi maternity legging. (Which made our list of the best yoga pants for women.) These clothes keep you stylish while you sweat,and look good whether walking around or working out with your baby bump.
Pregnant or not, we love ASOS for its trendy styles and up-a-notch basics, like leggings and tee shirts. ASOS maternity line offers stretchy knit pants, jersey jumpsuits, and colorful flowing dresses guaranteed to keep you feeling current and cute during your pregnancy. You can find clothes for dressing up (we like this color block pattern) or lying down. Shopping tip: ASOS made our list of the best places to buy a wedding dress online.
many pieces from Hatch can be worn long after the baby is born, and these investment pieces are built to last
Hatch makes high-quality maternity clothing that is stylish and comfortable. Easy-to-layer jumpsuits and crisp cotton button-downs, stretchy jeans, blazers for work, and flowing gowns for events โHatch has it all. With an eye for making clothes easy for moms-to-be to grow into, youโll find adjustable drawstrings, front-button closures, and ultra-soft fabrics. These clothes will appeal to everyone โ pregnant or not.
We love how Hatch lets you shop by trimester, including the โfourthโ postpartum phase, when most mothers want breathable and comfortable attire for resting, running errands, or nursing/feeding their baby. Thanks to their drapey, oversized designs, many pieces from Hatch can be worn long after the baby is born, and these investment pieces are built to last. Note: Hatch brands its sizes, so review the website to find your best fit.
Motherhood has one of the best sizes ranges for pregnant moms and one of the best clothing ranges from underwear to outerwear. Sizes run from 0 to 24, with a dedicated and generous plus-size clothing section. You can find clothes for all trimesters, plus a nursing and postpartum section that is size-inclusive as well.
Sometimes, heading to a large department store (either virtually or in person) can be the best way to find a wide variety of options at various price points. Nordstrom carries hundreds of maternity dresses for both casual and formal occasions, from floral wrap dresses or sweet gingham checks to off-the-shoulder lace and cut-out gowns. Check out the sale maternity section, where prices are marked down by 30 percent or more to save while you stock up.
When you are done dressing up, send it back and pick out maternity clothing for other occasions
You may not feel like going out when you are pregnant (much less have to buy a dress for an occasion you may only wear once), but if you wear one of these maternity-friendly designer dresses, you might change your mind. While not all the options are black-tie-ready, you will find elegant florals from Yumi Kim and Hatch, floor-length gowns by Susana Monaco, and plenty of other maternity party dresses. When you are done dressing up, send it back and pick out maternity clothing for other occasions.
Stay cool and comfy in maternity pajamas from Lake. Choose from Pima-cotton nightgowns and short and long sleep sets, and pick up a pretty floral robe from Lakeโs maternity collection. This simple maternity sleep collection is geared towards comfort and is made from 100% Pima cotton.
Stitchfix wins our vote for best variety because it has a revolving line of apparel that changes with the seasons or trimester, depending on your box. These hand-selected pieces are geared towards your style and price range, plus as your bump grows, your โpersonal stylistโ will guide you to the best pieces for flatter and fit. Keep as many items as you want and send back the rest.
Because you set the automatic renewals, you can control how often clothing is sent to you. We think every three months for a year to receive stylish pregnancy, nursing, and postpartum at every stage of this major life event. Or just give it a try with a one-time purchase. Stitchfix provides everything you need for fast and easy returns, so you donโt have to worry about making a pregnant trek to the post office.
If you can afford the price tag (or plan to shop its sales), this is one of the best places to pick up on-trend maternity denim from AG Gold, 7 for All Mankind, Joeโs Jeans, and Articles of Society. If you are in the market for well-made maternity jeans, Pea in the Pod is known for its wide selection of high-quality maternity wear and sells comfortable fit from fashionable designers.
โโTo help weigh your options, weโve compiled a list of the best places to purchase clothes to fit and flatter you during your pregnancy. We combed through customer reviews and relied on first-hand opinions from mothers about the clothes they loved (and ones they did not).
We kept prices, sizing and styles in mind, and tried to showcase retailers who have carefully curated their maternity collections for high comfort and style. We also included larger stores to meet multiple price points and options for mothers of all ages and stages of pregnancy.
Before you invest in multiple maternity pieces, you may find it helpful to keep this in mind as you start your search.
Some people may only need maternity clothes in the second or third trimester. Some women shop their closets for oversized pieces or free-flowing skirts and dresses to wear through their pregnancy. Donโt try to squeeze yourself into your clothing though. It may be worth, at the very least, obtaining a few staple items through friends or retailers to make you more comfortable in your growing body. Maybe you need a dress for a special occasion or a few items for work, so decide what you need and shop accordingly.
If you are excited to shop for maternity clothes, decide what to spend. High-quality and fashionable maternity clothing can be expensive, just like non-maternity clothing. Sales, hand-me-down rentals, and second-hand shops like ThredUp are all ways to save. Buy items that grow with your changing body, like pants with expandable waistlines and stretchy leggings.
Many of your favorite shops may also offer maternity lines. Donโt feel the need to stray from your personal style when you are pregnant. If you love wearing jeans, find a comfortable pair of maternity ones. If you want to keep up with fashion trends, you donโt have to sacrifice comfort for current designs. Find retailers that carry maternity collections that connect with you.
Pregnancy hormones can disrupt sleep, skin, and even your sense of smell. Make sure any clothes you purchase feel good, and donโt be embarrassed to take a whiff of the item before you add it to your wardrobe. Retailers like Hatch take pride in producing comfortable and flattering clothing for expectant mothers.
Find retailers who sell a variety of high-quality pieces in a range of sizes. While you can shop larger sizes versus maternity, it is worth looking at maternity-specific collections from your favorite boutiques. These clothes are designed for changing pregnant bodies and often have built-in features like front snaps, adjustable waists, and other tailoring tricks to make them comfortable and useful for pregnant and nursing mothers.
There is not one specific time when you start wearing maternity clothing. Some women opt out completely, depending on their style and budget. Many women start to wear maternity clothes when their clothing no longer comfortably fits, often in the second or even, for some, the third trimester.
Most maternity clothing designs follow the same non-maternity sizing, so if you typically wore a medium before pregnancy, you should start with a medium in maternity clothing, and so on. Trying maternity clothes on, just like any other piece of apparel, is a good idea to ensure a good fit.
Most women who have gone through pregnancy recommend at least a few comfortable staples for work and home. If you plan to breastfeed, a few nursing shirts or dresses with front-opening snaps are practical.
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