Wednesday, December 31, 2008

Maternity Dress: Hitz Maternity Fashion Trends

Pregnant celebrities, such as Angelina Jolie, Gwen Stefani and Jessica Alba, were the inspiration behind many fashion trends this year.

The top 5 maternity fashion trends:

1. Maxi Dresses:

After seeing pregnant Angelina Jolie floating around in her gorgeous maxi dress, pregnant mamas everywhere snatched up these long frocks making this the hottest trend of the year. Between the flattering neckline (pregnancy cleavage!) and ultra-comfortable cut, I hope this is a trend that sticks around.

2. Tunic tops:

Everyone from Gwen Stefani to Jessica Alba dressed their bump in a long tunic top. Gwen wore funky, printed tops, while Jessica wore a bump-hugging soft blue tunic.

3. Belt your bump:

Camila Alves (Matthew McConaughey’s girlfriend) and Gwen Stefani were both seen wearing this trendy look. Pair your long top with a belt — below or above — your growing bump.

4. Floral frocks:

Pregnant mamas everywhere embraced color this year wearing dresses, tops and even carrying bags with a fresh floral design.

5. Leggings:

Everyone from Nicole Richie to Jessica Alba paired dark leggings with a tunic top or a dress for a hip look.


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Monday, December 29, 2008

Maternity Dress: Maternity Clothing Tips For Your New Year's Party

The New Year’s Eve Party, The Most Important Party of the Year, is right around the corner and you still don’t know what to wear?

Now you should know how your maternity dress is supposed to look like, depending on what is it that you want to show off.

Still not sure? Follow this guide lines.

Before you go out and buy another maternity cocktail dress for that New Year’s party, check out these tips to energize your maternity black dress to make it feel like new again!


Adding some new life to your Little Black Dress can be as easy as finding the right accessories. Look for bold statement jewelery, such as Tiered Disc Necklace. Another fun option would be a chunky gold cuff. One rule with statement jewelery — make sure you only wear one piece at a time otherwise it will overwhelm your look.

Another easy way to make your Maternity Dress stand out is by wearing some shoes with a little bling. Details like sequins, jewels or fun fabrics like suede will all make you stand out in the crowd.



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Maternity Dress: Carry with Humor!!

Funny maternity clothes can help make your pregnancy a time to enjoy, despite suffering from some of the most common pregnancy symptoms. While you are suffering from the pregnancy blues, you may get into a better frame of mind by wearing clothes that have funny inscriptions. They not only lighten your mood, but also that of those who read what is printed on your clothes.

Humorous Clothes That Brighten Your Day......

Mternity clothes can be bought quite easily at the local stores or at one of the many online stores, if you are one of those who depend on the internet. In fact, when you shop for clothes online, you have an amazing collection of maternity clothes.

There are stores that specialize only in stylish maternity clothes that women can wear to work as well as chic maternity evening wear. Most pregnant women have a natural glow that makes them look radiant and more beautiful, but some of them lack luster and look tired during their pregnancy days.

Funny maternity clothes need not necessarily be expensive, as you may get funny maternity t-shirts for less than $30! There are t-shirts that have inscriptions such as "not in a good mood", "baby on board", "I'm pregnant, what's your excuse?", " I'm making a human, what did you do today?", "Already smarter than Bush", "I just wanted a back rub" etc. There are funny clothes available for the father of the child too, with funny inscriptions such as "See how my boys swim,” "Man behind the belly"; "My pregnant wife scares me" etc.



Funny maternity clothes are ideal gifts to give to a pregnant loved one, who has a sense of humor. However, while selecting the clothes, make sure that you get the right size and that it is of a soft fabric such as, 100% cotton that feels comfortable to wear. The clothes must not be too tight or pinch and must be machine washable.

Funny maternity t-shirts are great for those of you who are on a budget, as you can get comfortable, quality clothes for relatively economical rates. T-shirts are easy to maintain and wash as well as help you look attractive, while letting the world know that you are pregnant and you appreciate good humor.

You can have an ‘all girls’ outing to the shopping mall and have fun selecting your maternity wardrobe with your friends or if the prospect of visiting the endless boutiques terrifies you, just log online and make your choice!

You may buy funny maternity clothes that hug the figure snugly or opt for more roomy clothes that give you space to breathe. There is also R rated funny t-shirts for those who appreciate sexy jokes.

Being pregnant is a most wonderful stage of your life, savor each moment, stay happy and relaxed, for soon you will be blessed with a miracle that you will always be thankful for. Laughing and staying happy is important, as it will ward off many of the pregnancy complications such as hypertension, depression etc. Eat regular nutritious meals, do the recommended exercises and stay fit and best of all, enjoy your pregnancy by wearing funny maternity clothes.



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Monday, December 22, 2008

Maternity Dress: 6 Maternity Clothes Fashion Tips

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1. Choose stretchy fabric.

Buy clothing with a lot of stretch but that fits snuggly around the belly and your curves. Wearing bigger clothes may sound comfortable and practical, but clothes that do not hug your figure will actually make you look bigger than you are and you may be mistaken for overweight rather than pregnant. Choose clothing that emphasizes the parts of your that are not expanding - such as ruched sleeves to show off your arms, cropped pants or skinny jeans if you have trim legs.

2. Buy tops with ruching designs.

Ruching is when the fabric is gathered on the sides with elastic in a stylish way to fit snuggly and stretch with your body as it expands. This type of styling is perfect for maternity because it actually trims down your silhouette and allows you to look pregnant and sexy at the same time. Ruching at the sides allows a snug fit over the belly and ruching at the bust also allows for an attractive fitted look with room for expansion.

3. Try leggings.

Leggings which used to be so taboo after the 80s are back in style and so much better than they ever were. Today's leggings come in all colors, lengths and fabrics for any season- there are cropped leggings with lace, leggings with ruching detail below the knee and leggings that hit ankle length for the colder months. Today's leggings come in all different colors and styles, so choose a good weight legging for the weather with a lot of stretch and pair with a tunic, longer maternity top or sweater. Best of all leggings are super comfortable for maternity and can fit either below, across or over the belly depending on the style you choose.

4. Show some skin.

By showing a little skin, you can show you are still sexy when you are pregnant. Pregnancy is not a time to hide behind your clothes and cover up your whole body in shame. Be proud and show off your new curves. For many women this is the first time they can experience some cleavage, so take advantage of this life changing event and try out some new necklines. Scoop necks, cross over style V necks and sexy maternity tanks and tubes are all popular styles in maternity today, so now is the time to try out some new looks with your new enhancements!

5. Dress with color.

Although everyone likes black and denim, don't get stuck in rut with all neutrals for 9 months or you will tire of your maternity clothes very quickly. Instead, mix it up a bit with some pastels and bright tees and tanks for summer and a colorful sweater or two for Fall and Winter. After all, if you already have a lot of neutrals, chances are your colorful items will mix and match very well with your existing wardrobe.

6. Be Decorative.
Every wardrobe needs a few decorative accents to keep it interesting. It's important to invest in a few fashion items with color so you can keep your maternity wardrobe interesting. Try some ruffled trims or embroidered tops and tunics to mix up the fabric a bit. Beaded accents on a halter top can make an otherwise ordinary looking top take on new life. Pick some items with some decorative detail you really like and you will find yourself reaching for them in your closet when you want jazz it up a bit. Small details such as fashion pieces with a styling detail can make pregnancy an even more enjoyable time.




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Sunday, December 21, 2008

Maternity Dress: Maternity Weekend Essentials

Weekend essentials – stay warm and comfortable this winter!

As your pregnant tummy grows it starts to take up more space. Pretty obvious, right? And those comfy tops which used to keep you warm in winter now have a draughty gap at the bottom where your newly enlarged belly peeps out above the waistline of your pants or skirt. With days as cold as they have been lately, that’s NOT something you would look forward to. Luckily, a good maternity top takes care of the problem; they’re made over-long, so they have plenty of length to cover your tummy comfortably and keep you warm as you grow! But clever styling ensures that they also hug you in all the right places so they don’t just look big and baggy (which is the look you’ll end up with if you just borrow your guy’s jumper instead).

Pair any of our casual tops with a comfortable pair of jeans, and we’ll keep you warm through the winter. Try the crossover top, which is great for maternity wear and breastfeeding afterwards too, or the cosy pointelle hoodie, which comes in three shades. Heaps more great jeans ideas here or just go denim shopping.

An absolute essential for warm weekend wear is our long sleeved French terry hoodie. It’s softer than soft, comes in four shades, and was a favourite of Jessica Alba during her pregnancy.

I have to confess that some weekends, especially when I’m relaxing at home, I hardly ever make it out of my favourite tracksuit. If you’re going to be wearing your tracksuit every weekend all through winter, it makes sense to get a nice one, right? With our black velour track pants and hoodie this weekend favourite has been given a super stylish makeover. It’s velvet soft and absolutely good enough to leave the house in, so you can enjoy your weekend cafĂ© breakfast in style and comfort!


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Saturday, December 20, 2008

Maternity Dress: Maternity Fall Fashion 2009

With everything constantly changing each season, (the leaves, your belly, the trends) it may be a bit hard to keep up. When a new style comes in for the season the Trend Setter doesn't always accommodate for all the pregnant women.

Most of the time our bellies won't fit in all the cute new styles. So we have gathered up some tips for this fall so you can still look fashionably up to date.

A TAILORED MATERNITY JACKET

There is a return to tailoring and sophistication this season. While we won't do to well in a tailored waist dress, who said we can't do a tailored jacket. Be sure to purchase a tailored maternity jacket since it will be the base point of every woman's wardrobe this season. The great thing about a tailored maternity jacket is that it can give your wardrobe personality. It's the thing you can build around. Tip: Mix it up with a fitted comfy dress or your favorite designer maternity jeans and some boots.



MASSIVE NECKLACES Well

This is something we haven't seen for quite some time. Necklaces with colored stones and crystals that are big, inventive and architectural. While most will be able to pull off these massive necklaces we need to be on the more careful side. We don't want to wear anything that gives off too much attention because it will take away our belly. Tip: Look for more simple necklaces with medium to small sized stones and crystals.



TOP-HANDLED BAG

If you change anything up this season be sure to replace your slouchy-pouchy hobo purse with a ladylike top-handled bag in a yummy fall tone of aubergine, putty, camel, dark green, or chocolate. It doesn‘t matter how much you spend on the bag just know that you have an on-trend must-have. Tip: If you're like me and can't seem to break your black bag habit, then at least try to choose a black with a little shine, a crackled finish, or some hardware that really lifts the black up.



BANGIN' BOOTIES

Whether it's the scrunchy boot, a mid-calf, or an over-the-knee boot, we think the boot is the most important shoe of the season. We love them with heels, stilettos, or flats...we love them all. It's really about a boot wardrobe this season. And it looks fantastic with every single item in your closet. Tip: Pair your boots with a flowy maternity dress.



A SENSATIONAL SHIRT

No longer just for secretaries or 80's working girl, the bow-neck shirt is a pretty way to freshen up for fall - provided you proceed with a healthy dose of fashion-forward. If you're wearing a bow shirt, it shouldn't be too conservative. You don‘t want to look like you‘re running for office. Look for a feminine and pretty version with small ruffles. Tip: Pair with an edgy boot or accessory.



THOU SHALT NOT's


BABYDOLLS If it's too voluminous, it needs to go. Put baby dolls in the back of the closet! Those need to go away for a while because we really are celebrating the natural shape of the body, curves and all, with a longer, leaner more tailored silhouette.



BIG PANTS While it's a great season for trousers, not all pants need apply. Be sure that your pant doesn't have too big of a flair.



FAB FLORALS, NOT PAINTERLY PRINTSThe painterly splashes we saw were very much the print of the season, but obviously that's a summer look, so put that back in the back as well. Switch them out for a lighter, more natural floral with a dark background so it looks more relevant to the colder weather.



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Friday, December 19, 2008

Maternity Dress: 7 Celebrity Maternity Secrets

Fashionistas around the globe are becoming fixated on celebrity maternity style and who wouldn’t blame them? “I bet she looks fat in that!” (snigger snigger) is whats on everybody’s mind, but time after time, celebrity A Listers appear in public looking fan-bloody-tastic ….how come, and how can we get the same look?

Celebrity Moms are in the media a lot in today’s world. I think that they are a great inspiration for other mother’s out there. I know I can think of amazing things about every one of these women. So who is your favorite celebrity mom? Gwen Stefani, Jennifer Garner, Angelina Jolie and Reese Witherspoon.

Secret Number 1

Its all in the maternity style! You gotta invest in some hot maternity clothing that is edgy, colourful with up to the minute style. Its ok buying a size up in regular clothing, but as your shape changes, so does the ability to look hot in regular clothes. So this is our very obvious secret: source out hot maternity wear! You know, these days, maternity wear is styled on what’s fashionable at the present time and gone are the days of flowing pinafores, tents and bibs n’ braces.

Cate Blanchett
The great Cate Blanchett has welcomed a third son with her playwright husband, Andrew Upton.

Secret Number 2

Don’t be afraid to layer it all up! In other words, go boho! Don’t be afraid to put stripes with floral or lace with hot colours, layer over layer. This works really well in the cooler months but remember to keep it simple. Don’t overdo it! Experiment and have fun.



Secret Number 3

Go the extra mile for really important events. So many beautiful maternity gowns, maxi dresses and minis are around at the moment in gorgeous prints and colours. Remember that your pregnancy should be a time to remember and you wanna remember yourself looking and feeling gorgeous and radiant. Baby showers, birthdays, office parties, hot dinner dates and family get-togethers – treat yourself to a few pieces of girly dresses and bask in the adoring looks that you are sure to receive!

Marc Anthony and a pregnant Jennifer Lopez

Secret Number 4

Enhance the Glow! There’s gotta be some benefits to being pregnant, right? Make the most of that gorgeous shiny hair and strong nails and take time out for manicures (even if you have to do it yourself!) and trips to the hairdressers. You shouldn’t need much make up as the new you will be glowing with radiance!



Secret Number 5

Key maternity pieces such as wrap skirts & maternity dresses, maternity tops and maternity skirts with shirred panels and fabrics in soft jersey and lycra will ensure you look amazing without the bulk! Gone are the days when jersey was considered drab, boring and cheap! Nowadays, it made from super soft materials which not only drape fabulously but actually make you look slimmer, just enhancing the bump. Lycra used to only be used for swimwear or dancewear, but now it is available in gorgeous colours with lots of stretch-ability to create amazing styles that accentuates the bumps, curves and growing boobs.



Secret Number 6

Lets talk sexy maternity lingerie! Gone are the days of the shoulder boulder nursing and maternity bras, now we have some seriously sexy lingerie that brings a smile to everybody’s face. It simple: if you feel good, then you look good – its shows in your confidence and the way that you walk and talk.


Secret Number 7

Don’t hide your body! This is probably the most important rule of all and its very true. If you hide it, then you’re probably gonna end up looking bigger. Use belts positioned above the bump (on your torso’s smallest area) to ‘bring in’ wide smock flowing maternity tops and don’t be afraid of figure hugging fabrics layered to create a very sexy and feminine look.
The most important rule of all is to be kind to yourself. Take this time to relax, nourish your soul and create perfect harmony for your growing baby.


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Thursday, December 18, 2008

Maternity Dress: Transition Wear -- Maternity Clothes for Post Pregnancy Too!

Often women do not want to invest in maternity clothes because it feels extravagant to spend a lot of money on something you can only wear for about 6 months. Also, there is a certain stigma to some about wearing some tented dress or obvious maternity support band pant after you have your baby and have not yet lost the “baby fat.” Every woman knows there is nothing worse than being caught in maternity clothes after the baby, or even worse, being mistaken for pregnant when you are not! Fortunately there are some new styles out on the market today, often called “transition wear” that do not look like maternity clothes and can actually be worn after the baby when you are no longer pregnant but not yet down to your pre-pregnancy size and shape.


Now there are many stylish nursing tops on the market today that are made to double as maternity tops with longer tummy styles and extra stretch in the fabric. Most of these maternity and nursing tops are labeled as such and can be worn throughout your pregnancy and afterwards. Often these styles come in ¾ sleeves which works well for all seasons of the year and can be layered with a sweater in colder months.


Lounge Pants or soft and stretchy Yoga Pants are now the new rage in everyday wear for both maternity and non-maternity clothes. It seems many women are looking for something easy and comfortable that they can wear all day be it running errands, going to the gym or puttering about the house. Some of these pants are so comfortable they can even double as pajama bottoms. Majamas and 1 in the Oven maternity lines both make an excellent transition wear yoga pant that do not stretch out of shape with pregnancy and can be worn after the baby without looking like maternity pants. The fold over ruched style pant by 1 in the Oven is especially versatile because it can be worn over the belly for more tummy coverage during pregnancy or folded down to be worn across the belly for postpartum wear.

Nursing and maternity sleepwear are a very good investment if you plan to nurse after the baby. Not only are they made with more belly room to comfortably fit you while pregnant but the easy nursing access at night it invaluable if you plan to nurse. As every nursing mom as found out at some point, trying to properly position your baby to nurse in the middle of the night through the tangle of a non nursing nightgown is next to impossible. Transition wear sleepwear is simply a whole lot easier to “work” with in nighttime nursing and also looks and feels better than a huge nightshirt or oversized pajamas when you are pregnant or just delivered.

Buy at least one versatile maternity and nursing dress. There is a very good chance that at some point while you are pregnant or soon after you deliver that you will need to dress up in an actual dress. More than likely there are more than one or two occasions for you to wear a dress during this time, so it is probably worthwhile for you to invest in a maternity and nursing dress than can be worn during pregnancy or after the baby. If you do plan to nurse your baby and maybe need to go to a christening, a baby shower or other such “dress up” event, a dress designed for nursing will make that day a whole lot more fun if you need to nurse your baby. Any woman who has tried to nursing while wearing a non-nursing dress can tell you the now humorous stories of having to disrobe in some cramped bathroom stall to attempt to feed her hungry screaming baby and keep her sanity in the process. The other advantage is that a nursing dress will actually play up your assets with a design for a nursing woman’s body which is usually a de-emphasis on the tummy and more room across the chest. Since many nursing dresses are designed for maternity as well, go ahead and buy one while you are pregnant to get your money’s worth and full enjoyment from your purchase!

One final thought of an absolute must-have for any woman planning to nurse after the baby is a few well made nursing bras. Like all transition wear clothing nursing bras more than serve their purpose as they can also be worn throughout maternity. Many of these bras are made with extra stretch and support to comfortably fit several band and cup sizes so they can continue to fit you even as your body changes throughout maternity and breast feeding.

The main advantage in transition wear clothing is that they are made to stretch and are designed to stylishly fit a woman’s body throughout the changes of pregnancy and postpartum. Due to this versatility and the much needed nursing access if you plan to nurse, transition wear clothes earn their weight in gold!



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Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Maternity Dress: Tips of Buying Maternity Nursing Bras

In the first trimester of pregnancy most women will outgrow their pre-pregnancy bras about the same time they outgrow their pre-pregnancy jeans and pants. So, as soon as you need to buy maternity jeans and more comfortable waistlines, go ahead and buy nursing bras that fit your comfortably with room to grow. Even though you will not be nursing anytime soon, they will fit you at some point in your nursing timeline.

There are a lot of different styles and price ranges in maternity nursing bras on the market today, so it can be overwhelming for first time moms to know where to start in their search. Here are a few tips to keep in mind when shopping:

1) Maternity nursing bras should have plenty of stretch and fit comfortably. When you are nursing, your breast size can fluctuate up to a full cup size over the course of the day. Some bras are designed to fit several cup sizes to help account for this ongoing change. Bras that fit too tight can lead to plugged ducts and breast infections called mastitis.

2) Maternity nursing bras should provide support from under the breast when the cup is open for nursing. This makes feeding easier and more comfortable as well as more discreet. It also makes re-closing the bra an easier task.

3) Avoid underwires for your first nursing bra. In the first few weeks your breast tissue is expanding very rapidly. Underwires can cut into milk producing tissue which can obstruct and clog the milk ducts and lead to infection. Once your milk supply settles down after the first month or two of nursing, you may be just fine with a properly fitted underwire bra, but it is usually better to wait past the early weeks.

4) You only need to start out with 3-4 maternity nursing bras for the first few weeks: one to wear, one to laundry, and one or two in the drawer. It's best to buy only one of a particular style to test it out to see how much you really like it. It you do like it, buy more of that style, maybe in different colors to keep it interesting. However, you do not want to buy too many maternity nursing bras in the early weeks because your size is subject to change and you may find your cup size has gone down after a month or so when your milk supply has settled down.

5) Larger busted women need maternity nursing bras with better support. Also, if you are larger busted you may be more comfortable wearing a sleep or light support nursing bra at night. When you are nursing, not only are your breasts larger, they are also heavier. So, support becomes very important for comfort and to reduce permanent sagging.

6) During pregnancy your ribcage can expand several inches, affecting your bra band sizing. After you have your baby, your rib cage will gradually return to its pre-pregnancy size even though your cup size will remain larger if you are nursing. When you are fitting yourself for a maternity nursing bra during the last months or pregnancy or soon after you have your baby, look for adjustable hooks on your bra band in the back. You will want to start out comfortably on the tightest setting so that your bra will continue to fit you as your rib cage goes down in size you and you tighten your band setting.

If you purchase a bra online or through a catalogue, follow the retailer's instructions for measuring for the correct size. Bra sizes can vary a bit from brand to brand, so it's important to purchase a bra that fits you correctly rather than one that is the size you think you should be. Most of all, do not wear a bra that is too tight in the cups or under the arm which could lead to clogged ducts. There are many fashionable maternity nursing bras on the market today, but for starters go for comfort.



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