Thursday, September 25, 2008

What NOT to Wear

Please, PLEASE, I beg you, stay away from shiny and puffy sleeves. Yikes!

Flower on the boob. Just say no!
Shiny, big pattern right on boob. Yuck.
You are pregnant, not on Little House on the Prairie.

Wednesday, September 24, 2008

Concealing the bloat

Early in your pregnancy you may be like me and try to conceal your not so much of a baby bump thickening of the middle. The dreaded bloat. These pieces are not maternity, but are great for early in your pregnancy and hiding the post delivery jiggles for a couple of months.

I want to run out and buy this - Banana Republic:
BR as well:
Dillards:
Intermix - The ruffles really draw your eyes up and away from the tummy area
Anthropologie:

Tuesday, September 23, 2008

The Color Wheel

If you are looking to infuse some color into your maternity wardrobe, take a look at the offerings at Ann Taylor Loft and Nordstrom. Both have shades from every part of the color wheel, and there's no better way to complement your pregnancy glow than with a shot of color.

By Shade - Available at Nordstrom
Michael Stars
ATL Scoopneck
By Olian for ATL
ATL Ruched Scoopneck
By Momzee for Nordstrom - Available in red-orange as well
Bump Couture hoodie available at Nordies

Monday, September 22, 2008

Dressing the Part

You are going to be adorable albeit huge for a good 5 months of your pregnancy. And during those 5 months, there is bound to be an occasion that requires a dress. A wedding, a baby shower, a funeral, a company party, you get my point. These are my fab finds.

Black dress by Olian available at Nordies - $104 and so classic!

Cute and casual, ditch the fugly boots and cheerleader pose and pair with tights - Target - $32
Babystyle - On sale now
Pickles and Ice Cream. Perfect for work, church and social events!
So precious and a steal from Saks 5th at $139:

Gap - How I heart thee

I love the Gap. A) Because you don't have to be a giant blob plastered in wall paperesque patterns if you shop there while pregnant, and B) because they have super duper sales. These are a few of my favorite finds.

Perfectly polished and professional while at the office:
Sweet as pie:
Why buy citizens or paige jeans when you could buy two pairs of these for one pair of them?

This makes me want to curl up with a cup of coffee and a warm slice of pumpkin bread:
So sweet and flirty! It's perfect for a baby shower. Top with a sweater for the colder months: