The Boho trend: Trendy and affordable maternity tops
February 27, 2009
Bohemian moms-to-be don’t have to give up their relaxed look just because they are pregnant! Check out these boho tops for under $30.
The Short Sleeve Smocked Maternity shirt (pictured, $24.98) from Motherhood.com features an embroidered flower print as well as a flattering banded bottom. Drop waist tops are a good choice for pregnant moms-to-be because they give your body shape, without making you look like a walking tent. Pair this top with jeans or a long skirt for the perfect boho look.
The Maternity Smocked-Neck Top is another fun bohemian look for pregnant mamas. For $24.50, this top features a smocked keyhold neckline, as wall as smocked arms and hem to flatter your pregnancy curves.
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Jennifer Garner: Get her post-baby style
February 27, 2009
Actress Jennifer Garner, whose second daughter Seraphina was born on January 6th, looks great as she is out running errands with her oldest daughter Violet. Find out her post-baby style tips.
Garner looks fabulous after giving birth about 6 weeks ago. Like many new moms, Garner knows that wearing layers is a great way to conceal your post-baby bulges.
Garner wears a button-front loose fitting shirt that is both flattering to her neckline and conceals her belly. As an added bonus, a button-front shirt is great choice if you are breastfeeding as it allows for easy access for nursing.
The long cardigan is a great piece to not only keep you warm, but also to conceal your new-mommy hips. The dark wash boot-cut jeans are also slimming and flattering to your figure. Of course, dark sunglasses are a most to conceal those new-mom undereye circles!
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Andrew Firestone and pregnant wife Ivana
February 27, 2009
Previous Bachelor Andrew Firestone recently posed with his pregnant wife model Ivana Bozilovic Firestone. Find out where you can get her ravishing red maternity top.
Former Bachelor (who is obviously no longer with his original choice – Jen Schefft) Andrew Firestone is expecting his first child in April with his wife Ivana. The cute couple are both glowing and look to be ready for baby’s spring arrival.
Ivana appears to be wearing the Isabella Oliver Portrait Top. This top features soft fabric ruching and a face-framing neckline that perfectly flatters your pregnancy curves. Although the red top does not appear to be available online, you can still choose from caviar black, pure white or a sea blue.
Picture: theevilbeet.com
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Celebrity maternity style: Nicole Richie’s maxi dress
February 27, 2009
Nicole Richie, who recently confirmed she is expecting her second baby with Joel Madden, looks hip and casual in this black and white maxi dress. Find out where you can get her cool maternity look.
Richie, who along with Angelina Jolie, started the maxi dress trend, looks cute (even without makeup!) in this long, flowing white maxi dress with black print.
From their long flowing fabrics to the empire-waist cut, maxi dresses are great to wear during pregnancy because you don’t have to buy “maternity” maxi dresses for them to fit. Another plus? You can wear them long after baby is born.
For a maxi dress similar to Richie’s, check out the Chiffon Maxi Long Halter Dress from Chicstar.com. For $49.95, this white chiffon maxi dress includes spaghetti straps and a contrast color waist and trim.
Another stylish option is the Sweet Pea Black Floral Halter Maxi Dress ($68.79) from BlueFly.com.
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Kelly Rutherford’s maternity printed dress
February 27, 2009
Gossip Girl actress looked like one hip mom-to-be at the Bent on Learning event in a black printed pocket dress. Find out how you can get her polished maternity look.
Rutherford, who is expecting her second child this spring, looks classic and polished in this black and white print dress. To elongate her legs, she pairs her dress with black opaque tights, black shoes and a stylish black shawl.
I’m sure Rutherford’s black printed pocket dress was expensive, but you can copy her look in this 3/4 Sleeve Smocked Waist Maternity Dress ($29.99) from Motherhood Maternity. Wear the Lycra Opaque Tights ($7.98, Motherhood Maternity) underneath you dress for her similar leg-lengthening look.
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Get Alyson Hannigan’s maternity jeans
February 27, 2009
How I Met Your Mother star Alyson Hannigan was recently spotted running errands wearing a cool pair of maternity jeans and a bump-hugging top. Find out where you can get her trendy maternity jeans.
Hannigan, who is expecting her first child this spring, is wearing the Paige Premium Denim Maternity ‘Laurel Canyon’ Stretch Jeans in the McKinley Wash ($185, Nordstrom.com). These hip jeans feature a mid-panel, which can be folded down or pulled up, as well as a slimming dark wash stretch denim.
Designer denim is a great maternity splurge, however you can also find hip jeans for a budget-friendly price at places like MimiMaternity.com, OldNavy.com and Gap.com.
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Natural homemade hair conditioners and treatments
February 27, 2009
Why spend a lot of money on hair conditioner and treatments when you can make your own at home? They are easy, all-natural and free of those nasty chemicals that are not good for your growing baby.
Check out these luxe homemade hair treatments, courtesy of Kori Ellis from SheKnows.com:
Banana Blend Conditioner
Combine:
1/2 banana
1/4 cantaloupe
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp plain yogurt
Blend all ingreients together and apply to washed, wet hair. Let set for 30 minutes and wash with cool water.
Honey & Apricot Deep Conditioner
This ultra-moisturizing conditioner is perfect for African-American hair or for hair that is extra dry.
Combine:
1 small apricot
2 Tbsp honey
1 Tbsp apricot oil
Remove pit from apricot and combine ingredients together until smooth. Apply to hair, wrap in plastic wrap and let sit for 30 minutes. Rinse with cool water.
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All natural homemade facial cleansers
February 26, 2009
Now that you are pregnant, you are more watchful of what you put in your body and on your skin. Many lotions and facial cleansers are chock full of preservatives and harsh chemicals. Why not make your own facial cleanser? Not only do you know exactly what is going into the cleanser, but it is also budget friendly!
Check out these all natural homemade facial cleansers, courtesy of Kori Ellis at SheKnows.com.
Honey and Oats Facial Scrub
Combine:
1/2 cup rolled oats
1 Tbsp honey
1 Tbsp cider vinegar
1 tsp ground almonds
1 tsp ground walnuts
Combine ingredients and apply to moistened face. Allow it to dry for 10 minutes and remove with warm washcloth for a smooth, glowing complexion.
For sensitive skin, try this Cucumber Yogurt Facial Cleanser:
Combine:
1 small peeled cucumber
1/2 cup yogurt
3 Tbsp beaten curbs
Grate cucumber into bowl. Add yogurt and beaten curbs and mix well. Massage mixture into face and leave on for 5 mins. This cleanser is touted to nourish skin, tighten pores and reduce blemishes.
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Isabella Oliver sale: 20% off!
February 26, 2009
Now is the perfect time to stock up on all your favorite Isabella Oliver favorites — or maybe even buy that perfect baby shower dress or wedding dress.
Isabella Oliver.com, one of our favorite places to buy sexy, fashionable and trend-setting maternity clothes, is having a Thank You Sale. From now through March 1st the entire maternity collection is 20% off. Simply enter THANKS at checkout.
Celebrity moms love Isabella Oliver — check out some of their favorite looks here:
Mel C in the Isabella Oliver satin bow dress
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Pregnant Rachel Griffiths maternity style
February 24, 2009
Pregnant Brothers and Sisters actress Rachel Griffiths looked radiant at the 61st Annual DGA Awards in Los Angeles. Find out maternity fashion tips from this stylish star.
Griffiths, who is expecting her third child in July (Banjo is 5 and Adelaide is 3), looks sexy, yet classic, in this champagne colored silk dress. This flowing fabric perfectly flatters her pregnancy curves and her hair, makeup and accessories top off her stylish look.
You can find a sexy silk dress like the one Griffiths is wearing at online stores like Childishclothing.com, IsabellaOliver.com and the line of maternity clothes at Nordstrom.com.
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