Since we're in Texas and the weather is heating up, I decided to just stock up on a few loose-fitting, non-maternity dresses (like the ones above) to get me through the awkwardly-shaped phase. I ordered dresses a size or two larger than my usual, which ended up being a great and comfortable solution. It's nice to have some wardrobe flexibility, and I'm sure I'll put them to use post-pregnancy too.
[found here: gray ballet; blue dotted; denali chambray; chambray shirtdress; white floral; striped flared dress]
I had the same difficulty. Half of the maternity stuff I found (thrifted, mind you) was too big at first so there was a lot of tights and big shirts/dresses action going on for a while for me, since it was winter. Praying the heat doesn't mess with you too bad!
ReplyDeleteWait!!!! I haven't been blogging lately. You are pregnant!!!!!!! Congratulations!!! So excited for u!
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DeleteLoose fitting sundresses worked for me almost all the way through. As long as the have no waist or a high waist, I just stretched them out like crazy and felt comfy doing it. I was an especially big fan of cheap maxis with really simple lines. They made me feel significantly less tent like and looked quite chic with a cute cardigan. I say invest in a couple maternity/ nursing camis and a pair of maternity jeans, those worked well for me for before and after. And look for sun dresses with wraps, cross overs, and v necks. Then you really can wear them all the time after the baby comes and you're nursing!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Amy! I have yet to try maternity jeans, but I better go for it since my usual ones can't stretch any further.
DeleteOh, I had to chuckle when I read the title of your post. I had just read a post by Erin of Life in a Tiny Apartment, who is also expecting, and all the comments that follow. One of her peeves is the use of the word "bump" to describe her belly. Then I see your post that uses "bump" to describe your pregnant belly. Funny how everyone has a different opinion on what's acceptable and what's not during pregnancy.
ReplyDeleteNow, about those cute dresses! Stay cool and comfortable this summer. You'll look great.
Claudia
I read Erin's post too! It definitely made me think about my use of the word bump. I did agree with a lot of Erin's points about strangers commenting on pregnancy weight gain, guessing the baby's gender, etc. Bump just happens to be one of the things that doesn't bother me. :)
DeleteI had a tough time dressing my belly earlier on, especially feeling like I had a beer-gut as opposed to feeling pregnant. A lot of the maternity clothes I bought didn't really work at first, but now that I am 7 months in, things are working out nicely--even getting a bit snug...yikes! I really started to really pop these last few weeks, and with the larger bump have come actual bumps and waves from the babe that I can see from the outside...it's wild and so fun! Loose dresses are great, though! I tried several different pairs of maternity jeans and my favorite are the jeggings from Target. The GAP skinny jeans aren't all that skinny in the ankle, I found...but, I love their maternity pocket tees.
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