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How to look pregnant, NOT pudgy

March 27, 2008

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Are you fumbling through your closet trying to figure out how to dress so you don’t look like a walking tent? Before you throw on your husband’s XL t-shirt, read these tips to find out the best way to showcase your bump so you look pregnant, not pudgy.

DO look for tops that are cut to be form-fitting against your growing belly. A top that shows the contour of your belly is much more flattering than one that covers you up in yards of fabric.

DO look for tops with ties, ruching or one that has a gathered hem under the belly. This will prevent the “I’m-wearing-a-tent” look. Pictured is the Wrap Around Top from Isabella Oliver.

DO wear a bump-hugging dress with side shirring for a sexy look.

DO pair a hip pair of maternity denim with a graphic tank or wrap top. Find out 5 tips for buying the perfect pair of maternity jeans here.

DON’T wear a tent dress: Look for dresses with tie backs an empire waist to give your body some form.

DON’T skimp on buying a maternity or nursing bra: As your breast size increases and your ribs expand, you will need a bigger bra. A too-small bra results in back bulges and cleavage overdose. Find out how to care for your new cleavage here.

More pregnancy fashion tips:
Top maternity trends inspired by Angelina Jolie, Gwen Stefani and Jessica Alba

Maternity style in your 20’s, 30’s and 40’s

Third trimester feel-good fashion tips

Find out more maternity fashion tips on PregnancyFashion.com.

Written by Kim Grundy · Filed Under Fashion Basics, Maternity fashion 

7 Responses to “How to look pregnant, NOT pudgy”

  1. Isabella Oliver on March 31st, 2008 1:09 am

    We couldn’t agree more with your pregnancy styling tips, which fit with our own Isabella Oliver philosophy of celebrating pregnancy curves. Thank you for featuring the Wrap Around Top which is one of our signature pieces, designed to not only flatter your bump but also to grow with you throughout your entire pregnancy. It is a long standing best seller and a favourite amongst the IO girls, pregnant or not!

    Best wishes,
    Isabella Oliver

  2. Ceri-bear on November 24th, 2008 7:56 am

    I’m so glad you had a comment form Isabella Oliver – otherwise I wouldn’t know where to look to find this beautiful top!
    Thanks Isabelle : )
    Ceri
    xx

  3. Anonymous on June 1st, 2009 9:58 pm

    she is very cute

  4. Vanessa on June 20th, 2009 9:23 am

    A great article. I’m about to go to a wedding reception and was going to wear a ‘tent’. Looked through my wardrobe and found a lovely clingy black dress that is a pain to wear when trying to maintain a flat stomach but now I’ve got a lovely bump it looks great!

    Thanks for the advice!

  5. sgoree on October 21st, 2009 2:14 pm

    I just love this ad very much

  6. sgoree on October 21st, 2009 2:15 pm

    This is a very good and informative ad about pregancy styles and dressing.

  7. hayle on January 3rd, 2010 9:00 pm

    i am 6 1/2 months pregnant and im not showing at all!! what do i do?

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