The transition from run of the mill maternity wearer to fully fledged fashion mama can be a daunting one, but believe us, there are tips and tricks out there to make it easy as pie. This one is for the women who want to remain themselves whilst everything from the neck down is going through some serious ch-ch-ch-ch-chaaanges!
One minute it’s a walk in the park to wander down the high-street and find some fab fash finds and the next, it seems impossible to stumble upon ONE measly item that isn’t too tight here… or gappy there. That’s why we’re here to be your maternity wear saviour! We’ve gathered some TOTES useful preggo style tips to keep you looking hot to trot, with the help of our fabulously dedicated maternity wear team whose goal is to make perfect clothes for your bump and you.
1. Pencil skirts may not sound the obvious choice for a growing bump – but actually, the stretch fabric moulds to your shape and gives you that ‘comfy as pjs’ feel. Plus, they’re the perfect grab-and-go item that you can interchange with different tops and accessories. One minute you might fancy dressing down with a cool sweater and trainers, the next you might want to rock a blouse and brogues!
TIP!! Save £££ and invest in our four piece maternity set to get you started with your capsule pregnancy wardrobe, really – how can you go wrong with a vest, dress, leggings and the essential tube skirt all in one!
2. Next on our list of bump-friendly wardrobe additions is a button up shirt. Denim is an absolute all-rounder and this shirt looks effortless paired with yet more denim – hey, who says you can’t do the double when you’re pregnant?! The great thing about shirts is, as you get bigger – you can wear them open with a vest underneath, and then carry on wearing it post-pregnancy! For off-duty cool, roll the sleeves – and for temperature control between seasons; layer up with a gilet instead of a coat.
3. Asymmetric tops are perfect for balancing out your proportions while pregnant, and the draped design of this one is great for providing some air flow when it’s warm! To keep the look summery, we suggest contrasting the navy with white for a clean nod to the nautical, and adding a touch of tan with your shoes and accessories.
4. Want to show off ‘le bump’? Horizontal stripes are the WAY. This layered dress is an effortless grab-and-go option for work, wear with a white shirt and pumps for an easy-breezy daytime look then take it from office-to-out with the addition of some embellished sandals and a statement necklace. Perf!
5. Waist accentuating ties have been in fashion forevs because of the absolute wonders they do for our figures. To upgrade the look for your growing proportions, tie above the stomach and under the bust to add definition! TIP!! Look out for zips on the neckline of dresses and tops for easy access when nursing… plus, a little bit of hardware gives your outfit some edge.
6. When you JUST CAN’T DECIDE what to wear, go for good old denim. When your regular jeans start getting a bit tight, it’s worth investing in a few pairs of staple maternity jeans. Forget what you thought about maternity jeans, these ones are just as a great as your pre-pregnancy pairs. The variation of cuts means you can switch up your daily style… go boho with a subtle flare, look slick with a skinny fit or go for slouchy-cool with a boyfriend jean. Soooo many options!
7. Swimming can be one of the best forms of exercise when you’re expecting. It’s the perfect low-impact activity for creating a happy and healthy bod PLUS, it’s an excuse to buy that killer cozzie you’ve been eyeing up all summer.
TIP!! Ruching accentuates curves in all the right places and can make you feel more your old self instead of home to a watermelon.
There we have it, 7 fantastic tips to #stylethebump… By the way, check out that tag on Instagram and Twitter for real life styling tips from mums! And leave us a comment or tweet us @nextofficial if you’ve got more pregnancy style hacks to add…
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