Making maternity wear work for you

Pregnancy is an exciting and exhilarating time. It’s a uniquely feminine experience, through which we develop an intimate relationship with our bodies as they grow and change with our babies.



Sometimes this relationship is positive and we can feel the notorious pregnant ‘glow’. At other times, however, our growing bodies can make us feel quite ordinary and frumpy. Which is why it’s important that your maternity clothes work for you and help you maintain your style and personal pizazz.



This doesn’t mean trying to squeeze into your skinny jeans with your rounded belly or wearing low cut tops. Rather, it’s about buying simple, elegant and stylish maternity wear essentials, and then not being afraid to accessorise. Ever wondered how celebrities manage to look so glamourous when they are with child? It’s because they don’t subscribe to the belief that pregnancy equals a lack of style.



If you want to maintain your style while pregnant, then here are a few tips.



- Good basics. No matter how against maternity clothing you are, there are a few basics that will make every pregnant woman’s life more comfortable. Any sort of pants or jeans are usually the first item of clothing to become uncomfortable with a pregnant belly. Stretchy waisted maternity jeans and pants can still come in stylish cuts. Linen or cotton materials are usually more flattering than jeans. A few plain coloured maternity t-shirts, tops and women’s camis are also good basics, but don’t be afraid to repurpose flowing or looser tops you already own. As a general rule, anything that is loose over the belly will be comfortable.



- Be brave! There are number of maternity labels that are dedicated to making maternity wear fashionable. Maxi dresses or women’s tunics are perfect for the summer months and allow a woman to feel feminine and pretty. There is also a range of other tops, dresses and skirts that are fashionable yet practical and comfortable for the pregnant woman. Remember that not all clothing when pregnant has to be dedicated ‘maternity’ wear. Non-maternity women’s vests, shoes and jackets can still be worn while pregnant.



- Accessorise. One of the best ways to maintain your style while pregnant is to accessorise. Jewellery is the easiest way to dress up or glamourise an outfit. Long necklaces, bangles and earrings are all jewellery items that will not restrict swelling fingers! Also use hats, hair accessories and bags to stylise your look.



As you enjoy your pregnancy, enjoy dressing your evolving and changing body. There is such a thing as stylish and fashionable maternity wear that works for you.



What will you maternity style be?