1st trimester party dress tips
November 23, 2008
If you are in your 1st trimester or early 2nd trimester, finding that perfect holiday party dress to flatter your changing body can be as easy as knowing these simple tips.
Even though most women aren’t quite showing yet, you still may feel a bit bloated around the tummy. Look for dresses that minimize your mid-section while playing up other features — such as your new pregnancy cleavage!
A v-neck dress is the perfect cut to highlight your cleavage and your shoulders and arms. Forgo the figure-hugging dresses (who wants to try to hold their tummy in all night?) and instead look for empire-waist cuts with flowing fabrics that skim your new curves.
Don’t forget the accessories!Chunky gem necklaces, strappy heels and a cool clutch will all be the perfect accent for your big night. You might as well enjoy the high heels while you can still manage to walk in them!
Pictured is the Silk Maxi Dress ($175) in Peacock from BananaRepublic.com.
Are you wondering how to dress on your more casual days? Click here to read, “Pregnancy style: Dressing for comfort.”
Classic, polished style: Maternity fashion tips
November 22, 2008
If your pre-pregnancy style is described as polished, you can continue your crisp and refined looks throughout your pregnancy and here’s how.
Looking as polished as Angelina Jolie can be as easy as wearing a monochromatic color, such as all-black. The same blazer that is worn with the pants suits can be paired with jeans tucked into black boots for a casual, yet crip maternity look.
Look for dresses and blouses with clean lines and tie-backs to keep you looking pulled together and fresh. A trench coat jacket is a great maternity addition for the classy, polished mom-to-be.
Polished moms-to-be will love the crips looks of Anne Taylor maternity, MimiMaternity.com and Isabella Oliver.com.
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Trendy style: Maternity fashion tips
November 22, 2008
If you were trendy and always decked out in the latest fashions before you were pregnant, why should it be any different now that you are pregnant?
If you are a trendy mom-to-be, like Rebecca Romijn, you can continue wearing all the latest trends now that you are sporting a bump. In fact, a baby bump is the hottest accessory and never goes out of style!
Trendy mamas will love wearing the designer maternity denim. Brands such as Seven for All Mankind, Joe’s Jeans and True Religion have all jumped on the maternity denim bandwagon. Love your Juicy velour tracksuit? You’re in luck — Juicy makes maternity tracksuits that will keep you comfortable and stylish.
In fact, trendy pregnant mamas like Nicole Richie and Halle Berry said they continued wearing their favorite desigers throughout their pregnancy. You can certainly get away with buying non-maternity clothes — just look for forgiving fabrics and longer cuts. Many of today’s designers are creating maternity lines, so you no longer have to sacrifice your personal style.
If you are a trendy mama, stores like APeainthePod.com, Nordstrom.com (they have a maternity section), and IsabellaOliver.com will all be right up your alley.
Funky style: Maternity style tips
November 22, 2008
If you would describe your pre-pregnant style as funky or edgy, you might be wondering how you can continue your style now that you are expecting. You can! Find out how here.
Using funky Ashlee Simpson as inspiration, staying edgy while pregnant is as easy as pairing black pants and top with a colorful jacket and — the most important part– hip accessories.
Buying the basics and accessorizing with things like a cool fringed purse, colorful jacket or funky hat will all take your look from boring to Wow! One big trend this winter — the scarf — is no longer used to just keep your neck warm. Buy scarfs in various colors, prints and patterns to pair with your solid color outfits.
Other ideas to keep your funky style intact, is to pair a simple Maxi dress with a cool headband. Gray is the new black — and that even implies to fingernail polish. Funky celebs, including Ashlee and Heidi Klum, have been seen wearing gray nailpolish. Not sure if I will jump on that trend….
How do you keep your look age-appropriate in your 20s,30s and 40s? Click here to find out.
How to find fashionable maternity clothes
November 22, 2008
Finding fashionable clothes during pregnancy is not as hard as you think. Check out this video for some basic tips on how to have a stylish 9 months.
For tips on everything from when to buy maternity clothes to slimming tips and even how to prevent your maternity clothes from becoming boring, check out the video below.
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Need some help in buying the perfect pair of maternity jeans? Click here to find out.
Jennifer Garner in festive red sweater
November 22, 2008
Mom-to-be Jennifer Garner glows in this red bump-hugging sweater and jeans. And what a cute accessory Violet makes sitting on her bump!
A colorful sweater is a must-have for your winter maternity wardrobe. For a flattering fit, look for a sweater with a face-framing neckline, such as a v-neckline or cowl neck, and one that is made from a fabric that will hug your new curves.
The Long Sleeve Cable Knit Maternity Sweater (on sale for $49.99) from MimiMaternity.com is available in a variety of colors, including red, and is the perfect length to be worn throughout your flattering. Pair this with jeans and a funky pair of boots and you are ready to go!
Do you love Garner’s maternity jeans? Find out where you can get them here.
New mom style: Gwen Stefani
November 22, 2008
New mom Gwen Stefani shows off her hip style while at the park with baby Zuma and Kingston. No moms jeans here!
Stefani is seen wearing this winter’s hottest trend — dark jeans tucked into a cool pari of boots. She layers a long black tunic sweater dress over a gray buttoned-up coat for a look that is casual meets cool.
Baby Zuma looks as cute as a Christmas tree in his cozy onesie.
Are you wondering how to look stylish as a new mom? Click here to find out.
Winter maternity style: Naomi Watts
November 21, 2008
If you are looking for a winter maternity style muse, look no further than Naomi Watts. Due any day now, the Australian actress always manages to look comfortable, warm and stylish as she struts the streets of New York.
It is hard to go wrong this winter with pairing tucked in jeans with boots. Whether the boots are brown, black, with or without a heel, they all look hot.
The colorful, knotted scarf is another way to instantly add some oomph to your look. Take a long, colorful pashmina scarf, such as the Pashmini/Silk Scarf Burnt Orange from The PashminiaStore.com (on sale for $29.99) and knot it around your neck. You can wear this with everything from jeans and a black top to winter white.
Watts and her boyfriend, actor Liev Schriever, are expecting their second child together.
Speaking of winter style, what is your maternity sweater style? Find out here.
Postpartum dilemma solved: Party dress
November 15, 2008
You have found a trustworthy babysitter for your first night out without baby, but are you still searching for that perfect party dress that will flatter your postpartum curves?
Search out dresses that draw the eye up to your beautiful face, smooth shoulders and post-baby cleavage while drawing the eye away from the problem areas — the midsection.
Look for dresses with flowing material that gently skims your curves, instead of that skin-tight dress that will show every bulge.
The Silk Halter Dress ($150) from Banana Republic would be the ideal postpartum cocktail dress. The bright fuchsia color is festive, while the details of the dress will highlight your best features while downplaying those post-baby trouble spots.
What’s your maternity sweater style?
November 15, 2008
Whether your maternity sweater style is fitted, casual or embelleshed, check out these winter looks that are sure to keep you warm all winter long.
If you love the figure-flattering look of a sweater that gently hugs your bump, then you will love the Cadeau Ribbed Silk V-Neck Sweater ($115) from BabyStyle.com. A wrapped cardigan, such as the Shawl Collar Wrap Cardigan (pictured), is another option if you would like a look that shows off your new curves. Look for details like ties, wraps or side-shirring if this is the right style for you.
If you love a casual sweater to pair with maternity jeans, check out the V-Neck Boyfriend Sweater from BabyStyle. This deep V-neck sweater is perfect for layering over tanks of camis. Look for sweaters that are long enough to keep you covered as your belly grows.
If you love sweaters with a little sparkle, you will love the Fine Gauge Beaded Cardigan ( on sale for $73) from BabyStyle.com. This dressy sweater can be worn from work straight to an evening out with your hubby.
Am I missing your favorite sweater style? What has been your go-to maternity sweater?
