15 Events Dresses That Work With A Bump
Whether it's a wedding or a christening, finding a dress is hard enough, but factor in a burgeoning baby bump and it's an even less enjoyable task. But we’re here to help, with our edit of the best bump-friendly dresses out there right now – plus, some helpful tips from our resident maternity best-dressed, Laura Wills (aka The Fashion Bug Blog)…
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Belts are a great way to accentuate your bump – you can wear one just above your bump when wearing a floaty dress or knit.
Both bodycon and floaty work well with a bump. When I was pregnant, most days I loved to show off the bump, often opting for a fitted midi skirt with a jumper or T-shirt tucked in, but some days I felt like a subtler look and loved wearing floaty dresses.
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I loved wearing heels during my pregnancy, but it’s really important to feel comfortable. If you’re wearing flats, an easy way to dress up a look is by adding statement earrings.
Make the most of your bump – for some, it can feel like the pregnancy goes on forever, but it actually goes by really fast when you look back and so just try to enjoy it.
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'Show off the parts you feel comfortable with – during my first pregnancy I wore a lot of off-the-shoulder tops and dresses (my ankles were so swollen and I wanted to take the focus away from them!) '
Inspiration Credits: Instagram.com/EmilyIJackson, BarefootBlonde.com, FillyBooMaternity.com
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