Wednesday, April 3, 2013

5 Way to Buy Affordable Maternity Clothes without Breaking the Bank



Maternity clothes have come a long way since our mothers wore them.  These days it’s easy to find cute, trendy and affordable maternity clothing without sacrificing your personal style. Keep in mind that your body is changing and slight adjustments to your style may be a necessary accommodation. With a few simple tips you should be able to fill up your maternity wardrobe without breaking the bank.
1.    Budget-Setting a budget is vital to avoid over spending. Maternity clothes are only for a specific period in your life, so budget accordingly. Another key thing to keep in mind when buying clothes is to ensure that the clothing is made from stretchy material that will accommodate your growing belly.
2.    Essentials- Key essential pieces are great when creating chic and affordable outfits, maternity or otherwise. Deciding what these pieces will be, can lead to countless choices for “mom- to- be”. Needing a little help with these fabulous key pieces? Here are a few suggestions!
·      Maternity jeans-these are great because they can go from casual to dressy with just  a change of top and the right accessories.  Skinny jeans are a great option!
·     White Maternity Top-a classic blouse or shirt.
·     Black Maternity Dress-Date night, important meeting or just a night out with the girls this dress will rise to the occasion. 
·     Black Maternity Leggings-Currently available everywhere, leggings can be paired with almost every top in your closet and are extremely comfortable! 
3.    Size- It’s recommended that when purchasing maternity clothes, women buy the same size they wore pre-pregnancy. I.e. if you are a size 8 regularly, then you would look for a size 8 in maternity wear. However, always check the manufacturer’s size chart because different brands will vary. Remember comfort is important and choosing the right size helps mom-to-be keep comfortable. 
4.    Shop Around-Your local maternity shops are a great resource to try things on to measure comfort and fit, however shopping around helps you adhere to your previously set budget. Try shopping online for maternity clothing especially boutique shops because they can usually offer a great selection and wonderful discounts.
5.    Quality-Never sacrifice quality for cheap because it is possible to get the same or similar quality for a lot less.  When shopping for affordablematernity clothing remember that you want clothes that will last you long after you give birth, so it is important that these items are durable.

1 comment:

  1. I like your post. The steps you outlined are so true. I even kept my old maternity dresses and sent to my sisters when they were pregnant to keep the cost down. Now I tell my friends to buy maternity clothing online for a great selection of beautiful outfit.

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