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.
