I am a big fan of those fitting room posts, so I thought I'd give it a go with my
own maternity version in everyone's favorite store — Target.
Apparently the army stocks maternity stocks
maternity versions of all of its uniforms * including * combat fatigues, so I figured that meant that some women were kept in the field despite pregnancy.
Top: Nordstrom Jeans: Madewell (c / o)
Non Maternity Version Shoes: Steve Madden (c / o) Handbag: Welden (c / o) Earrings: Baublebar Sunglasses: Illesteva Lips: NARS
If you wear 36D in regular time, you should search for 36D during your pregnancy but
in maternity version.
ASOS top (sold out but similar here, here and here) jeans (non
maternity version here) shoes (also love these) sunnies bag (budget friendly option here) lipstick
I wore a black sheath dress and black - and - white tweed blazer for my first round (I'd typically interview in a suit, but haven't found a
decent maternity version).
If you wish to purchase some maternity bras you should stick with your regular size but obviously in
the maternity version.
But don't purchase
a maternity version in one size larger by thinking that your body will grow after a couple of weeks.
All you have to do is, you have to pick one according to your pre-pregnancy size but in
the maternity version.
While consider about sizing remember, you can find your current size in
a maternity version.
Plus, If you're like me and prefer sleeping with the support of a sports bra, this is
the maternity version for you.
Asos T - Shirt with Stripe Ruffle Off Shoulder (I'm wearing
the maternity version) Jeans (low rise, non maternity, one of my favorite jean brands) Tote Heels Kendra Scott Meghan Necklace c / o Lipstick: Pink Plaid Cable Bracelets
Outfit 1: Denim Top (
Maternity version, Regular version) / / White Crochet Trim Shorts (only $ 35 and ON SALE) / / Purse / / Studded Heels (Very comfy and lower heel) Even lower heel on these ones here!
Outfit 4: White Tank (NON maternity and super cute with or without a bump) / / White distressed denim (
Maternity Version & NON maternity version) / / Lace up Cognac Sandals / / Cognac Suede Jacket (comes in so many different colors!
With their expanding side buttons and adjustable bib front, they're
the maternity version of Iron Man's suit — only way more comfy.
Coat: Nordstrom Top: Ingrid & Isabel (c / o) Non
Maternity Version Jeans: Ingrid & Isabel (c / o) Non Maternity Version Scarf: Ann Taylor Heels: Steve Madden (c / o) Handbag: Nordstrom Sunglasses: Nordstrom Lips: NARS
This rainbow striped sweater also comes in a non-maternity version, so I was torn on whether or not I should order
the maternity version.
Daniel Rainn Maternity Pistacia Split Neck Blouse I'm generally not too into this style blouse because I have a longer torso, but
the maternity version is so great!
They're generally $ 35 at: Amazon, ShopBop, Bare Necessities, and Revolve — and note that they often come in thigh high, footless, and
maternity versions.
I'm going to shop for deals, but I do plan to replace each pair of jeans I currently wear with
their maternity version.
Some may think of it as typical preggy wear, well I don't, but I do admit it's quite comfortable these days indeed, and I've practically lived in
my maternity versions lately.
Some designers, such as Hayley Paige and Jenny Yoo, offer their popular dress styles in
a maternity version, making it easier for all of the bridesmaids to match.
Some brands that I'm super loyal to offer maternity lines and I'm shocked at the fact that
a maternity version of a top is more expensive and the quality of materials typically worse.
I have
the maternity version, and I really like it.
Skull Tank: Hot Topic — similar / Mint Shorts: Motherhood Maternity — non
maternity version / Sneaks: ALDO / Bracelets: c / o Guilty Jean (2), ASOS, Flair Accessories / Watch: Michael Kors / Necklace: c / o Guilty Jean / Chevron Ring: Baublebar / Nails: Essie Turquoise and Caicos / Lip: Korres Guava Lipstick Natural Pink # 13
Also, here's
the maternity version (Julie fit) in regular and petite — they're also 40 % off, which brings the price down to $ 53.
I made sure to shop at places like Topshop which offered clothing that was
a maternity version of their regular lines.
Thankfully, A Pea in the Pod carries
the maternity version (also available in cream), and they were kind enough to send it to me.
There was
a maternity version of it that I wore here and well, I think that's it.
Was so convenient getting the dresses from ASOS, especially when one bridesmaid had to order one in
the maternity version upon realising she'd be 7 months pregnant on the wedding day!
Confession: I accidentally bought
the maternity version of this oversized sweater....
Shop the black, light blue, white, mustard & orange versions at Nordstrom Shop from Topshop a few more color options including Tall, Petite & Maternity versions