Choosing the Perfect Maternity Dress
A maternity dress has to be a must-buy for every pregnant woman. Even if dresses are something you would normally only wear for special occasions, you will soon love the versatility and the comfort of a maternity dress - not to mention the style!
It’s a fact of life that once you announce that you’re having a baby, then the invites for weddings, parties and formal dinners seem to flood in! On these occasions you’d usually be wearing a new dress, but it seems ridiculous to buy a dress that you will only wear during the next nine months.
Well, the key here is to buy a dress you love, yet one that is versatile enough to wear at many different events. Perhaps a flexible style which can be altered to look differently, like the amazing “six way dress”, or one that can be dressed up or down with clever maternity accessories.
In terms of style and fashion, the familiar “smock dress” is not at all in maternity fashion! These days, pregnant women have the pick of unusual styles - halter-necks, shimmering fabrics and bold colours are all commonplace. You can choose a black dress if you wish, but these days, many women choose to flaunt their bumps in scarlets, fuchsias and bold patterns. Many pregnant women actually find that dresses are easier to wear when they’re expecting than tops and trousers too. This is because maternity dresses are cut for comfort and without an uncomfortable waistband to dig in.
But the finest thing about a maternity dress has to be the adaptability. No-one considers a pregnant woman is overdressed if she’s wearing a maternity dress, so you can wear a dress each day without raising eyebrows, A dress with a jacket is perfect for work. Going out? Then experiment with different coloured wraps or pashminas. For casual daywear, just throw on a simple cardigan and you’re good to go!
