Dressing Bump #4

 
Maternity clothes have come a long way since I was first pregnant 8 years ago, but I'm a big believer in buying non-maternity pieces that you can re-wear postpartum. With forgiving pleats, gathers and longer hem lines, I managed to find basics this time around that will also be flattering with extra baby weight in the fall. And most everything is on sale right now!

Black Old Navy Dress {similar here and here} and Pom Pom Clutch from Indigo

World Market Tunic As a Cover Up {On Sale!}

I couldn't avoid maternity bathing suits, so I found inexpensive options like this striped one {I cut the straps to make it into a halter} and it also comes in Gingham and Polka Dots. Some of my other favorites to mix and match are from ASOS, Target Liz Lange, and Old Navy. My rollable Straw Sun Hat and nude flip flops have been summer staples.

Non-Maternity Old Navy Chambray Dress {On Sale!} Zara sandals, Old Navy Clutch, Tiny Finch Earrings, BauXo Necklace

Wilt Tank {similar to this HATCH swing tank} with J.Crew Pull-On Shorts and Target sandals. My Baggu Zip Bags have been awesome for wet swimsuits in the pool bag.

Old Navy Trapeze Top {on sale!} with my DIY white maternity jeans, Forever 21 Sandals, Clare V. Tote

For dressier occasions, I've worn flowy dresses and added fun accesssories with a bold lip. 

{Lou & Grey Tassel Dress}

Fiesta Engagement Party

DVF Trapeze Dress for a Wedding

Caftans and Dresses from Two New York

My favorite part of being pregnant in the summer is one-size-fits-all caftans you can dress up or down!! Some favorites include the Roberta Roller Rabbit Silk Kaftan, Mirth Kaftans, and The Storq Caftan. 

Butterfly Caftan from Emerson Fry 

Lina Caftan by Hatch

I found this open-front kimono from Forever 21 (similar here) and sewed it into a V-neck caftan that I wore as a cover-up at the lake last weekend.  

Black and white is a classic combo that works well for summer and fall. I got this Black V-neck swing dress (almost identical to this Hatch one) and I also tried on this flattering striped tank dress. Gap also has a non-maternity V-Neck Swing Dress on sale right now.

 My embroidered Joie top {similar one by Mayra here} that I've worn with white jeans and wedges will get swapped for dark denim and suede booties with a nursing tank underneath after the baby. Lines like Ulla Johnson, Tucker, and Vince all have flowy styles that work great during and after pregnancy.

Ulla Johnson Dress {On Sale!}

 

Other basics I've stocked up on include this super soft Target chambray button-down top that will also be nice for nursing. I still love the Target Maternity Tanks, and I've been wearing this Maternity Button Down Tank-I ditched the waist tie and snipped the thread loops on both sides. This Gauze Dress (I dry clean this one) and this Non-Maternity Tie-Dye Maxi Dress are also on heavy rotation. 

I wear my black ASOS T-Shirt Dress {On sale right now!} religiously, and own multiple sizes for during and after pregnancy. There's also a navy and white striped maternity version that reminds me of this Hatch one {for a fraction of the cost} and would be so cute with booties in the fall!

ASOS Maternity Shift Dress 

ASOS also has an Off The Shoulder Dress in Maternity and Non-Maternity sizes that is a steal! In my first trimester, I ordered the ASOS Maternity Striped T-shirt 2-pack, which I've been wearing with white jeans or chambray drawstring shorts. There's no shirring on the sides, so I'll wear them after the baby.

{DVF lookalike from A Pea in the Pod}

Other bump-friendly options include Anthropologie Swing Dresses, linen tunics and dresses by CP SHADES, Topshop, embroidered Mexican tops from Amano (or Mi Golondrina) and DVF Wrap Dresses. One of my favorite inexpensive boutiques in Houston, Pomp & Circumstance, ships for free and has lots of tops, tunics, and dresses-always under $100! 

See more on Pinterest HERE.

Also, Bump #3, DIY maternity jeans, Bump #2  

Maternity Style: The 3rd Trimester

One of the reasons I've been MIA from blogging, is that I'm 37 weeks pregnant! The last trimester is the hardest to dress for in my opinion, especially since the last thing you want to shop for is more maternity clothes.

This being my 3rd pregnancy, I've acquired somewhat of a uniform with accessories and outerwear that have made my not-so-new basics a little more exciting.

I've been layering my long necklaces just above the bump and throwing on cardigans, coats, and scarves to get out the door with 2 little ones a little quicker.

Some of my favorite inexpensive (black) basics are from ASOS (The T-Shirt Dress), Old Navy (low-rise leggings and jeggings), Target (long tanks), and Gap (V-neck Tee and robe). 

I've tried to find as many non-maternity things that will work post-pregnancy too, like this tunic dress from Zara (similar here) that I found on sale. I've worn it as a coverup with sandals, booties and tights, ETC...

(1st trimester)

(3rd trimester)

I love these non-maternity swing dresses from ASOS too. This striped one is on sale (and an additional 30% off*) and they have lots of other versions that are roomy enough for baby bumps. 

(Love these suede booties I got for my birthday.)

I put together a maternity version of these looks with this top, dark skinny jeans and Yosi Samra ballet flats -that are honestly like wearing house shoes. You could also pair this maternity sweater with white maternity jeans (or make your own-my tutorial HERE!) and booties. It would be such an easy outfit to dress up with a blazer (love this one from H&M) and heels à la Olivia.

(I had to do a double take at the doctor's office today when I saw my profile!!!)

 

(Did you see Kate in her $35 Zara necklace???)

For holiday parties coming up, you can't go wrong with all black. J.Crew sells their toothpick jean, Minnie pant, and Pixie pant in Maternity now, paired with a black top (like this long-sleeved version from Topshop), a statement necklace, and black pumps (coveting these from Madewell). If you need something dressier, I love this Sequined Dress ($35) or Maxi Dress ($19.95) cinched above the bump...

With some festive jewels to dress it up...

Lizzie Fortunato

Erica Tanov

...Or a cozy scarf that you can wear post-pregnancy- especially great for nursing. Here's a few versatile tops that would work after the baby comes too:

Gap Cableknit Maternity Sweater

ASOS Boyfriend Tee

Ann Taylor Loft Pleated Maternity Blouse

Do you have any inexpensive maternity favorites??

Maternity on a Budget: ASOS, Topshop, Ann Taylor Loft, Gilt, H&M, Old Navy, Gap.

My Maternity board on Pinterest.

*ASOS 30% off with code: MOREMOREMORE*

All Set for Summer!

Have you seen the 'Limited Edition' line at Target??

Straw Dangle Tote $34.99 and Pouch 2-Pack $16.99

 Loved the lining of this striped straw tote $34.99

 Blue Straw Clutch $24.99

Orange and Blue/Gold Sandals $16.99

The two-tone espadrilles looked a whole lot like these from MYMU:

 I bought both pairs of T-strap sandals and wore the blue and gold ones right out of the store. At 39 weeks pregnant, accessories and shoes are just about the only thing to shop for!!