Where to find the best maternity clothes for a stylish pregnancy
Finding your signature style can be tricky at the best of times, let alone when your body is constantly changing during pregnancy - this is where the best maternity clothes come in.
Being six months along myself, I naively thought I could get away with my normal clothes, until I realised that none of my trousers fit any more. So I've done extensive research for you to compile the most comfortable - and stylish, because yes they can be - maternity clothes out there.
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The best maternity tops
One of the biggest concerns for mums-to-be is comfort, but that doesn't mean you need to ditch the style altogether. Of course, you'll never go wrong with a classic white t-shirt, but there's so many more options available on the high-street.
For the weekend, go casual with Breton tops or silky shirts teamed with jeans and trainers. During the week or for smarter occasions, go with printed blouses and oversized shirts teamed with tapered trousers and or skirts.
Arden Organic Maternity Top - £45 at Baukjen
Isabella Oliver produce high quality, long lasting maternity clothes, reducing the environmental impact of clothing through a series of re-commerce initiatives; including Pre-Loved, Rental & Pass The Parcel. A winner of The Queen’s Award for enterprise, Isabella Oliver has a strong focus on fabrics that fit, flatter and grow as a pregnant woman’s body does. The brand is already a firm favourite with the A-list including Beyonce, Gwen Stefani, Jessica Alba and Ciara.
The best maternity trousers and jeans
Jeans are a saviour throughout pregnancy, you just can't ever go wrong with them. I've lived in mine since the end of my first trimester and it was such a relief when I didn't have to do up my old jeans anymore.
But if denim isn't your bag, no need to panic. Silk and linen trousers as well as printed ones can all work just as nicely.
Oriana Maternity Jean - $305 at L'Agence
L'Agence's maternity jeans selection is second to none. I love the discreet side panels on these jeans that will accommodate your growing belly.
The best maternity dresses
With wedding season and summer fast approaching, there's nothing as handy as having a dress or two hanging in your wardrobe, which you can just throw on to instantly feel stylish.
With weddings, you can't go wrong with a floral frock, but I've also found some nice shirt dresses for every day too.
Seraphine Jill Floral Wrap Maternity Nursing Dress - £139 at John Lewis
Seraphine specialises in innovative maternity & nursing designs that empower women to feel comfortable & confident in their changing body. Creative Director Chelsey heads up an in-house team of design experts, many of whom are mothers themselves. Together they draw on their collective experience & journeys in motherhood, constantly innovating to create clothes that help with creating confidence while being comfortable with clever features that adapt & grow with you.
The best maternity swimwear
Whether you're going for a swim at your local health club or jetting off on an exotic holiday, it's important to invest in some swimwear that you feel fab in. Swimwear is sadly one area where your non maternity styles just won't cut it. Swimsuits are always a stylish option, but that's not to say you can't wear bikinis if you have a big bump.
BLACK & WHITE STRIPE MATERNITY TANKINI - £35 at JoJo Maman Bébé
As well as offering a wide range of adorable baby clothes, JoJo Maman Bébé specialises in stylish maternity wear, including this classic swimsuit.
Keep scrolling to shop my edit of the best maternity clothes.
Nine the Label is redefining maternity wear by creating premium, timeless garments for your capsule wardrobe, that adapt with the female form as it evolves through the stages of pregnancy into motherhood and beyond. It doesn’t design for trends - it creates accessible, transitional and quality garments that will stand the test of time. It promises to produce collections with low environmental impact by designing and manufacturing in Europe to reduce our carbon footprint and keep production small to reduce waste.
I love Gap for all sorts of wardrobe basics, but their maternity section is especially great for those pieces you'll be able to rewear after your baby is born.
Featuring relaxed and comfortable fits that move with your body, nobody's child pregnancy dress collection is one you'll be wearing for the next 9 months and beyond. Plus, there are some great sustainable options in there too.
I am honestly living in there right now, they're that comfortable. I like wearing them with an oversized denim shirt and slides.
I normally only wear straight leg jeans, so I was keen to find a maternity pair and this River Island one totally delivered.
While Zara doesn't officially do maternity wear, it does have a maternity section which includes all of the styles that you can wear while pregnant, like this oversized shirt.
If you're looking for more trend-led pieces, then New Look's maternity range is a great place to start. Plus, it's super budget friendly.
I'll be wearing this skirt with a cropped shirt to show off my growing belly.
I know leggings get a bit of a bad rep, but they can look stylish when worn under an oversized knit or shirt. And they're so incredibly comfortable.
Jumpsuits are a great maternity staple, and this plisse jumpsuit is smart enough to be worn on a night out with heels.
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Penny Goldstone is the Contributing Fashion Editor at Marie Claire UK. She writes about catwalk trends and the latest high street and Instagram sartorial must-haves. She also helms the Women Who Win franchise.
She has worked in fashion for over 10 years, contributing to publications such as Cosmopolitan, Red, Good Housekeeping, and Stylist.
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