Pregnancy style

I’m nearly 6 months pregnant now — and dressing has become something of a challenge.

There are friends/bloggers who have boasted, “I didn’t buy any maternity clothes!”

To those anti-maternity shoppers, I say — I don’t believe you.

In my mind if you’re buying clothes (especially bigger sizes) to fit a giant stomach — whether they have an expandable waist from Pea in the Pod or not — you’re buying maternity clothes.

I feel lucky that I’m going through this whole ordeal throughout the fall/winter — it seems much easier (and comfortable) to find cute clothes with coverage for the cooler months.

I had some pieces that I’ve been able to wear throughout (so far) — long crewneck tees, elastic waist “jeggings,” roomy knitwear, and there have been a few additions: jeans with elastic waists or panels and some swingy sweaters.

Here’s a sample of what I’m wearing these days:

• (Elastic waist) Twill Moto Cargo Capris, $22.80
• Old Navy Skinny Jeans, $34.50
• Old Navy Denim Leggings, $35.50
• Buckkie, $189.95
• Chunky Cocoon Cardigan, $138.99
• Twisted Cable Cardigan, $54.99
• Pancho Sweater, $250
• Tokyo Bay Leela Orange/Brown Watch, $95.99
• Ballet Flat, $19.50
• Women’s Crew-neck Jersey Tees in Tall, $14.50
• Nautical Shirt, $75

Other pregnancy style I like:

- Quality Rivets
While I don’t buy her claims of buying no maternity-wear, I do like how she maintained her urban/trendy look without looking like she’s wearing costumes.

More places to shop:

- Shopbop
Brand name trends for the expanding body.

- Old Navy Maternity
Basics that won’t break the bank.

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