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Posted on November 29, 2008 by Emily McCormick | Posted under Fashion Style
Fashion Advice for the Expecting Mother
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Curves Ahead Don't be afraid to show off your assets, especially your burgeoning baby bump. Keep your maternity clothes relatively form-fitting, and resist the urge to live in your husband's sweats for the next nine months. If you decide to wear a baggy top, balance it out with tighter pants. Comfort First I know what all you moms are thinking-- comfortable while I'm pregnant? Hah! But, comfort during pregnancy is not an illusion; at least when it comes to your clothes. Look for soft, stretchy fabrics, and wardrobe pieces with interesting necklines, like a cowl neck, that draw attention up from your tummy. It's also best, for comfort and safety, to stick to flat shoes, but flat does not mean boring. Experiment with bright colors and bold patterns. If you simply have to wear heels go with a lower kitten heel, this will help you keep your balance. Monochromatic The slimming effect of one-color ensembles always holds true, whether you're pregnant or not. Darker colors, such as blacks, browns and charcoal grays will help take off the pounds. These colors will also keep you in step for fall. Use accessories such as scarves, jewelry, shoes or cardigans to add a splash of color or pattern. Layering it On A pregnant woman's metabolic rate increases by about 20 percent, so when everyone else is shivering, you're probably about to melt. Including some layered looks in your pregnancy wardrobe makes it easy to peel off and put on as your body dictates. Don't get too carried away, as too many layers can seem sloppy. Look for sweater sets, a T-shirt or polo under a sweater or a turtleneck under a cardigan; these are all good ways to go. Must Haves Besides stocking up on adorable onesies and diapers, women waiting for the stork should also make sure they have a few wardrobe staples on hand. These include: a white button down shirt; at least one empire waist dress; a good pair of jeans; a black jacket; an elastic top skirt; and, of course, well-fitting essential under garments. And, finally, how can you accommodate your expanding belly without having to expand your budget? Here are some clues. Borrow: This is probably the cheapest and easiest route to avoid going broke for a maternity wardrobe. Your sisters, sisters-in-law, friends and colleagues will probably be just as happy to say good-bye to their maternity clothes as you will be to say hello. Make the most of your existing wardrobe: If you look closely, you'll probably find at least a couple of items capable of growing with you, such as drawstring pants. You can also pair pre-pregnancy clothes, say a brightly-colored cardigan, with pregnancy items, such as your black empire waist dress, for a whole new outfit. Hit up thrift stores and garage sales: Anyone selling baby items on their front lawn probably has maternity clothes to unload as well. If you don't see any, ask. And then, armed with nine months' worth of stylish and feminine clothes, sit back, relax and wait for your little bundle of joy! About The Author: This article is co-authored by Athelia Woolley and Emily McCormick , the founders of Shabby Apple. Shabby Apple offers women's dresses - dresses that make dressing simple. Shabby Apple dresses are a return to what dresses were always meant to be - a one-piece outfit. No need to add anything...no tank tops, no cardigans, nothing (except accessories, of course!). Shabby Apple now has a line of maternity dresses to help expectant mothers look good and feel good during their pregnancy. |
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