Women have been attentive to their appearance for as long as they can remember, and those cares and vanity should continue during pregnancy, even if most people think it’s impossible to feel beautiful during this period. Going out becomes seriously stressful because you can’t find anything you like, and the questions start: are there any attractive outfits? Can you really dress well while weighing more and carrying a huge belly?
Pregnant and Fashionable?
And the answer is, of course, yes. Nowadays, you find much more than just those traditional maternity overalls and basic little dresses. The fashion world has contributed greatly to ensuring that expectant mothers feel good, beautiful, and happy throughout this phase, offering modern and stylish clothes, with options for every occasion and taste.
It’s easy to find stores in malls and on shopping streets offering maternity clothes, but most of these come at quite a high price for mothers, who at this time are more concerned about expenses due to the baby’s layette. So there are options for clothes that you can even wear after your baby is born.
Clothing and Fabric Options for Pregnant Women
Don’t fit your old jeans anymore? Did your clothing size — especially your lingerie size — increase? Here are some elegant and especially comfortable options, which are exactly what expectant mothers need most at this time.
Knitwear
This is a great choice if you prioritize comfort above all else. Knit pants, in addition to being comfortable, are a delight to wear — they stretch as your body grows, without squeezing, stretching out, getting ruined, or wearing out too quickly. Knit skirts, dresses, and tops are also excellent options for this phase, and you can easily find pieces in this fabric that you can wear even after your baby is born.
Looser and More Comfortable Clothing
Shirt-dresses, tunics, trapeze style dresses, and dresses with cuts just below the bust are clothing styles that are easily found, and available in an amazing variety of prints, fabrics, and designs. You can find more casual or more laid-back options — you just have to style your look accordingly.
Larger Necklines
During pregnancy, your breasts tend to grow considerably, much to many women’s delight — so why not make the most of it? Choose bras that provide better and stronger breast support, and enjoy wearing tops and dresses with open necklines. There are square, V, and U-shaped necklines and all of them really enhance the bust area — just pick whichever style you like best.
Flat Shoes
Who says you have to wear high heels to look chic and elegant? During pregnancy, wearing high heels is not recommended — besides being dangerous due to issues with balance, heels can further impair blood circulation, which is already slower at this stage. Choose sandals and shoes with lower heels (up to 4 cm) if you need something more formal, but in your day-to-day life go with more comfortable shoes like flats and sandals. Not only are they safer, but you’ll also find a wide variety of beautiful styles.
Accessories
One great way to diversify your looks while spending less is through accessories, which, when paired with basic clothing, can create a stunning outfit. Instead of buying more and more clothes in different styles, opt for more basic clothes in neutral colors (preferably single colors). Go all-out with accessories like scarves, necklaces, earrings, costume jewelry, bracelets, boleros, shawls, and scarves, depending on the season. Just use your good judgment to assemble outfits that suit your style.
There are plenty of options for expectant mothers to dress well during pregnancy. And if you think there’s no clothing that will make you feel good, beautiful, or sexy, you just haven’t used your imagination and creativity. Pregnancy is one of the best feelings in the world and a time when women are even more radiant (even if some don’t feel it). So the key is to let this inner joy shine outwards and see yourself as the most beautiful and powerful woman in the world.
See also: Maternity Clothes – Staying Fashionable Is a Must
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