How To Look Stylish When You’re Pregnant

Your style doesn’t have to drastically change with a bump. Obviously, everyone has to adapt in certain ways (I’m no longer able to wear high-waisted trousers for instance!), but in general, there’s no need to change your style too much when you’re pregnant. Don’t think of pregnancy dressing as a huge thing – you’re still you and there are plenty of positives to come out of this period, too. For example, it can actually be an opportunity to become more creative with your existing pieces and make your accessories work harder. 

Shop for things you can wear beyond the pregnancy. I don’t enjoy buying things to wear just when I’m pregnant, so instead I look for floaty dresses, oversized menswear shirts and good blazers that will work now and afterwards, once I’ve had the baby. Clary and Peg and Maria de La Orden are two of my favourite brands, and on the high street, & Other Stories and Mango have a great selection of floaty dresses – just remember to size up to accommodate a growing bump. That said, there are a couple of maternity pieces which are worth investing in. Pregnancy jeans are one – opt for a cropped wide leg; showing off your ankles when possible is always a good move. ASOS have some great, affordable options. The second is pregnancy dungarees – Topshop have plenty, and they’re particularly useful during the last few weeks of pregnancy.

Invest in some great accessories, too. Shoes, earrings and bags are all good treats to yourself at this time, as they aren’t as dependent on a changing body and have the power to elevate your look. A colourful shoe, like a red velvet ballet flat, can inject a bit of personality, and when it comes to earrings, both Zara and & Other Stories have some excellent statement options. Don’t be afraid to wear these things during the daytime, either – when you’re pregnant, you’ve earned the right to glam up your everyday looks so if it makes you feel good, then wear it!

Comfort is key. Not just for your body, but for your mind, too. Don’t feel confined to wearing what you think you should, just because you’re pregnant. If an oversized shirt swamps you, then go for something else that feels more ‘you’ – make sure you wear your clothes and they don't wear you. Enjoy the journey, too – don’t get me wrong, I often find myself looking longingly at smaller waists but pregnancy really is the most magical thing. 

Adapt your style as your bump grows. The early stages of pregnancy can be tricky because you don't really look pregnant, just a little plump! So, for this stage try wearing loose fitting clothes. It’s also a time when you often don’t feel your best, so try to use accessories, like hairbands and statement earrings to help you feel more like yourself. As time goes on and you look more pregnant, that’s when it might be time to embrace the bump. You can wear tight dresses and waist belts to highlight it, but it’s equally lovely to wear a breezy, oversized frock if that feels better for you.

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