Once that pregnancy test reads “positive”, your world shifts and it’s all too easy to think of nothing else but the baby on the way.
Amongst all the excitement, planning, and nesting, maternity clothes are likely the last thing on your mind. More often than not, moms-to-be may not even begin to think about maternity clothes until they start showing and their usual clothing suddenly aren’t cutting it anymore.
So now moms-to-be are tasked with looking for maternity clothes that suit their fashion sense, keeps them comfortable, and accommodates their growing belly. The good news is nowadays pregnant women aren’t only limited to the unvaried selections in the small maternity section in large department stores. Now more brands, designers, and even department stores are stepping up and creating fashionable, yet functional, clothes tailor-made for pregnant women. As exciting as this the clothing possibilities are, an updated wardrobe could easily cost a small fortune.
With so much money going into planning for a new baby, justifying a hefty budget for maternity clothes may not be a priority. Not to worry, though—with so many options available comes a great selection of trendy options from top maternity clothing retailers, even for the money-saving mama-to-be.
A Pea in the Pod
An example of a brand leading the way in the maternity clothing arena, A Pea in the Pod carries tons of stylish options for moms-to-be. You can search by brands or by clothing type, and even find some cute options for push presents in the Gifts + Baby section (hint, hint partners!).
Target Maternity
Target has really stepped their game up when it comes to the clothing they carry. Partnerships with Hunter, Isaac Mizrahi, and Victoria Beckham (to name a few) have helped the everyday shopper get their hands on designer clothing. This still holds true with their maternity clothes offerings, and especially with their recent fashion line Isabel Maternity by Ingrid & Isabel. Target also has their Bump to Baby line, which offers maternity clothes for every stage of pregnancy.
ASOS Maternity
ASOS Maternity has it all—from comfortable basics, to cocktail dresses, undergarments, and even swimwear. ASOS is famous for their trendy, but approachable fashion pieces and this seamlessly carries over to their maternity clothing options. We love ASOS as an option for the mommy fashionista.
Old Navy Maternity
Old Navy is a hub for affordable, comfortable, and casual clothes. Denim, tops, sweaters, activewear—Old Navy pieces are easy to mix and match to create entirely new looks that are truly timeless. We love that the website allows shoppers to search by how far along they are in their pregnancy. The right size matters, and especially so when you’re looking for maximum comfort.
H&M Maternity Wear
H&M is known for their consistently on-trend lines and the Mama line doesn’t leave much to be desired. H&M Maternity Wear keeps their prices affordable, allowing shoppers to look and feel like Instagram-worthy style icons. Like ASOS, they carry everything from basics to seasonal wear to undergarment wear and more. There are even pieces for mom post-birth, like specially made nursing tops.
LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl’s
From Laguna Beach, to The Hills, to pregnant women’s closets, Lauren Conrad has been a fashionista after our hearts since 2004. Since her reality TV days, she’s been busy managing the Instagram account of our dreams and creating a lifestyle brand that includes several clothing lines, including LC Lauren Conrad Maternity Clothing for Kohl’s. We love the elegant dreaminess of her pieces, and we’re even bigger fans of the price tag.
Pinkblush
Excuse the hashtag, but Pinkblush is absolute #goals when it comes to maternity clothing. Not only do they have the largest selection of dresses for all occasions, Pinkblush has tons of Petite and Maternity Plus options for moms-to-be of all shapes and sizes. Most of their clothing is already reasonably priced and super chic to boot, but be sure to check out their Recently Reduced and Clearance sections for even more deals.
Uniqlo Maternity
Although Uniqlo’s Maternity apparel items are limited, they do two things exceptionally well (and well priced!): pants and intimates. The jeans, jeggings, and leggings are classic, fashionable, and accommodate mom’s growing baby bump. The maternity intimates are designed for ultimate comfort and the price can’t be beat.
ThredUp
ThredUp is every thrift shopper’s dream. With a massive, ever-changing inventory, ThredUp works like a second-hand store and offers a multitude of maternity clothing donated or sold by previously pregnant women. You can find new and used designer and non-designer brands at a fraction of the cost, and even narrow down your searches by size, style, and price. The best part? You can sell or donate your used maternity clothing back to ThredUp when you no longer need it.
ThredUp will notify you if an item you chose is in someone else’s cart as most pieces are unique. The only catch is you have to buy quick before someone else snags the items you love!
There is no reason your wardrobe should take a back seat because you’re expecting. That fabulous pregnant glow coupled with a fabulous, comfortable, and affordable outfit will have you feeling like a million bucks.
Without sacrificing style, you can dress to the nine, stay comfortable and functional with our favorite picks for best money-saving maternity clothing retailers. Work it!
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