I'm really relieved to learn that I can still shop in normal stores for quite some time while pregnant if I choose my items wisely. Why you ask? Do I have something against maternity wear? No! Not at all. But, I live in a rural and small town that doesn't offer any maternity clothing in stores besides thrift stores and that selection is quite limited.
I'm almost 4 months pregnant now and there are certain basic wardrobe staples I'm finding to be quite helpful in dressing "the bump". Just last week I dropped into the very trendy Rue 21, I felt very awkward for a second. Not only am I not a teen, but I'm pregnant! Then I came across a store clerk who was very pregnant- 9 months to be exact and wearing a maxi from that store (I asked!) This gave me a little boost of confidence.
So, I stopped browsing accessories only and ventured into the clearance aisles and found some great stuff for less than $23 too! I got this tunic which can be worn as a dress too. It's lightweight and the empire waist is perfect for highlighting the pregnancy bump. I got another tank dress, a tunic with wide band bottom and two pairs of skinny jeans- yes skinny jeans! And, they are awesome! They are colorful, stretchy and fun. I bought a waist size that was too large so that I have room for growth. Now I really don't feel so frumpy!
My Tips and Tricks for Dressing the "Bump" so far...
- Highlight the belly
- Accent with jewelry and scarves
- Leggings are your friend
- Tunics are a must
- Dresses, dresses and more dresses
- Choose an empire waist
- You can wear skinny jeans!
- Camisoles
Great style. Your blog has inspired me to try just a little harder when getting ready in the morning. Cute accessories make all the difference.
ReplyDeleteOh my! Super cute! If I ever get pregnant again I will remember this! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI think the tunic is very flattening, and the bright colors really work on you! It's quite cute, and I'd wear it pregnancy or not!
ReplyDeleteYou are getting more beautifutl each day Thanks for sharing your pregnancy with us!
ReplyDeleteVery cute outfit. I wish I had this inspiration when I was pregnant. It was so hard to be fashionable!
ReplyDeletebeautiful, as always! pregnancy agrees with you!
ReplyDeleteI like the pink dress and seems you have some really nice dress and special cloth to wear! Actually I only have the Men's Hooded Leather Jacket from cwmalls but I also love it very much!
ReplyDeleteYour choices are actually great!Thank you for sharing these tips! Plus size maternity clothes can be as fashionable as those ordinary ones too! With a little mix and match from your choices, pregnancy can be a more fashionable stage in a woman's life!
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