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By Temo Mpodi
With a few key pieces, clever layering and a focus on comfort, you can create a chic maternity capsule wardrobe that works all season long.
Maternity wear doesn’ t have to be complicated and out of style. You can still look the part: stylish yet comfortable and classic. It’ s all in the pieces that you put together and how you layer them. Here we lay out four easy ways to create a maternity winter style for moms.
Remember to dress for the bump
Dressing for the bump is a whole different experience compared to dressing for your non-pregnant body. Forcing yourself into old clothes won’ t help – this is the time to adjust, embrace the new chapter, and explore fresh styles that suit your changing shape. As Vogue puts it, don’ t try to force a square peg into a round hole when choosing outfits. Instead,“ adapt what you might consider to be a great outfit and find the maternity version”.
Remember, your body won’ t stay this way forever, it’ s just for a season. So don’ t stress. Your old clothes will be waiting for you soon enough!
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Have the maternity basics
Having the basics is one of the most calming things you can do for yourself. You don’ t want to overthink them or feel unsettled when it’ s time to put an outfit together. Keep a comfortable vest, top, tracksuit, and stretchy dress on hand. And of course, you can’ t skip a pair or two of well-fitting leggings – especially the ones with a belly band. A soft, stretchy bra that accommodates nursing can truly be a lifesaver.
When it comes to maternity underwear, Married and a House blogger, Allison, recommends styles that sit under the belly with full bottom coverage.“ And while it’ s not technically clothing,” she says,“ I can’ t help but highlight the belly support belt. It has been a lifesaver for my third pregnancy aches and pains.”
Play with silhouettes
Keep things relaxed and playful, yet stylish. Think about your overall silhouette and what best suits it. Balancing proportions while staying comfortable is key, and yes, comfort really is everything.
Oversized blazers, beautifully tailored coats, and classic trench coats can provide effortless coverage. Tying a bow-knot just above the belly adds shape and enhances your silhouette. And sometimes, simply admiring your bump is enough to brighten your whole day.
At last – repeat!
Don’ t be shy about repeating your outfits. It saves time, it saves money. Finding maternity key items that you love and that look great on you is like hitting the lottery.
Having go-to pieces that you can swap, swirl, and play around with is wonderful. It’ s even more beautiful when they merge and layer together seamlessly. Think a long winter dress with a loose trench coat on top, or a tracksuit paired with the same trench. Even better, a cosy winter top with track pants, a scarf, and a trench … The possibilities are endless.
At the end of the day, wear what fits your body and feels good – that’ s all that truly matters. �
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