Last updated on August 24th, 2019 at 08:36 am
Pregnancy is a beautiful time in anyone’s life, the joy of bringing new life into the world is such a wonderful thing, but pregnant women as you also need new clothing to fit you during this time, as you will certainly be expanding to contain your baby.
This is perfectly fine however, because you can without a doubt still look great whilst pregnant, below are some ways to wear plus size maternity clothing and still look as good as usual.
Below you will find a list of the necessary Plus Size Maternity Cloths you will need, a few smart tips to complete your outfits with items you already have without spending a fortune and the best e-shops to find Plus Size Maternity Clothing.
Curvy women often face problem finding cute maternity clothes to wear during their pregnancy, as most of the brands offer exclusive sizes.
Still in the ever expanding market there are some brands and e-shop that offer stylish plus size maternity clothing for modern women.
What is maternity clothing and why you need it
A pregnancy requires rest, comfort and enjoyment. Any woman should enjoy these unique nine months as much as possible. During this time, you should choose comfortable, soft clothing. Clothes that will not disturb you, that will not tire you and clothes that will flatter you as well as your growing belly.
The main advantage of maternity clothes is that they are designed for pregnant women. Shirts and dresses are usually longer in the front than the back so your belly does not cause asymmetry in the hemline. The fasteners are usually adjustable as they have holes and buttons sewn with elastic threads.
Thus, your clothes can grow along with your belly and will continue to look stylish until the end of your pregnancy.
Using clothes you already have during pregnancy
Once you have learned that you are pregnant and your mind is going to your wardrobe. But you don’t have to renew it so early. Your pregnancy will probably not be evident before the 20th week – or the 14th week in case of twin pregnancy. So until you feel comfortable in your clothes, you can relax!
Start by doing a good dig at your wardrobe and your partner’s wardrobe and see which clothes you can use for the coming months.
In your partner’s closet you will find t-shirts, sweatshirts and cardigans that you can borrow for a few months.
In your wardrobe, on the other hand, you will discover clothes that can be adapted to your new needs, eg. flowing dresses with belts, from which you will simply remove the belt, loose tunics, casual shirts, jackets or cardigans in wide lines which you can wear over fitted tops. It goes without saying that you will re-evaluate your leggings and overalls, while out of work you are more likely to adopt a more sporty style.
What plus size maternity clothing items you will definitely need
You don’t have to buy hundreds of new clothes – some carefully selected sets will make you look stylish throughout pregnancy and beyond.
Tops
Necessary tops during pregnancy include fitted and long cotton tops, in a variety of colors, and one or two button-down shirts.
Your tops have to fit around or over your expanding belly, so they have to be longer at the front and should be comfortable around your arms and bust.
These t-shirts, tops or blouses should not be too warm or made of too much nylon fabric to keep the body warm, as the body temperature of a pregnant woman will increase over the weeks and clothes should not make you uncomfortable.
Cardigans are essential pieces of plus size maternity clothing as they are perfect layers to keep you warm when you need it, add color and style to your outfits and camouflage areas you like covered.
Maternity jeans
Usually from the 14th – 18th week onwards – depending on how fast the belly grows – regular pants will not fit, so you will need to get maternity pants with rubber bands around the waist.
A pair of nice plus size maternity jeans, for example, is essential for your daily casual appearances – you may need a second, bigger pair , by the end of your pregnancy.
Comfortable dresses
Dress choices during pregnancy are endless. You can find maternity dresses not only in pregnancy stores but also in other stores. Just find the one you like and buy the biggest one. Cotton or viscose dresses with a lot of stretch are the most ideal. Surely you know that all pregnancy pieces are more expensive than simple ones.
Remember that something that is already too tight will not help you with your belly starting to grow. In summer a tunic and maxi dresses are beautiful while in winter the shorter knee length dresses is a better option.
Wrap dresses that hug the belly and allow the breasts to look as they should.
If you need some grandiose looks (weddings, christenings, celebrations, parties), it’s worth investing in a chic all-weather plus size maternity dress. Just remember not to rush to buy your special dress, as your body will constantly change and it may not fit when you finally need to wear it. Better to have a last minute hike in search than to make a purchase that will have to be returned.
Lounge sweatpants and leggings
Choose maternity sweatpants and leggings without tight waist in the middle. Better have a string that you can tighten and loosen whenever you want. Avoid your regular leggings as they usually have tight waistbands that will not only be uncomfortable, but will also block the blood flow.
Simple maternity leggings can be perfectly combined with any long t-shirt / tunic or even short dress and you can also put it on during prenatal yoga. You should consider picking 2, one blue and one black for each fashion combination.
Underwear
Soft cotton underwear is best suited for this beautiful time of your life.
By the end of the ninth month, your breasts will have grown by two sizes. Find a bra that will support your back and hold your chest properly.
If you still want to keep your femininity select, cotton lingerie with lacy details.
Pregnancy tights are soft and fully embrace the belly during the months of pregnancy.
Plus size maternity clothes for work
If you work in an environment where you need to look stylish, a suit with a variety of different blouses may be the best choice along with some more formal clothes.
You will also need at least two maternity work pants with elastic bellyband and a dress for some occasions.
Simple, elegant pieces that can be worn in different circumstances will give you great convenience. Fabrics that do not require great care and require minimal ironing will save you a lot of time and effort.
Make sure you have a few key pieces that are easy to combine with each other and can elevate your office outfits, for example, a nice blazer or a silk scarf to make an appearance look decent for an appointment or meeting.
What shoes to wear while pregnant
Your beloved high heels will need to be put to their boxes for a while, as they affect your body posture which changes as your belly projects forward. So you’l better invest in a nice pair of low boots or ankle booties during the winter and low platforms for the summer.
Don’t even look at the Kardashian-type celebs posing with their round belly and 5 inch heels. They pose and take them off immediately.
Make sure you wear comfortable shoes with low heels that will not tire you out, as as your pregnancy progresses and your weight grows, your feet will be under a lot of pressure!
Sneakers and ballerina flat with a low heel are the perfect combination for your casual pregnancy outfits. If you are pregnant during the summer months, a pair of comfortable flip flops will compensate you.
Avoid shoes with laces. At the advanced stage of your pregnancy you will not be able to bend to tie them.
The only sure thing is that you have to get off your pumps, because they will make you tired! In cases where a high-heeled shoe is necessary, opt for a pair of platforms that are more stable and comfortable! Although it is certain that no one will misunderstand you if you come across a beautiful pair of ballerina flats or your favorite sandals.
Smart tricks to complete your maternity wardrobe
Layering
A clever and convenient way to dress without having to constantly shop for new clothes in pregnancy is layering.
That is, you can wear leggings and a fitter top that covers your belly, and combine with one of your partner’s button downs (eg a denim or a plaid) along with your regular cardigan. This way you can regulate the temperature you want your body to have.
You can do the same with your maternity skirts, that is, wear them with a fitter T-shirt and wear a cardigan or a blazer over it.
Mix & match
Mix & match is another clever way to dress up during pregnancy.
For example, a loose but short plus size maternity dress can be turned into a blouse and worn with leggings. The same dress can be worn with denim pants or even a tucked inside a straight maternity skirt.
A wide shirt can play countless roles too, e.g. under a sleeveless dress, over leggings or pants, tucked inside a skirt with a rubber band.
The goal is to make smart combinations with a few clothes.
Therefore, it may be preferable that these clothes be lightweight, monochromatic and of good quality fabric that will make you feel good when you wear them and that are durable enough to withstand countless washes due to everyday use.
Extra tip!
In the last trimester of your pregnancy it is advisable to remove your jewellery – especially your rings – because your hands and fingers will probably get swollen and you may not be able to remove them later.
Plus size maternity clothes e-shops
Motherhood Maternity
An Amazon maternity clothes shop with a special section for plus size wanna be moms. Will find beautiful dresses, tops, pants, jeans and pregnancy underwear for your daily activities. The shop also has nice otpion to help you built a curated plus size maternity wardrobe for the office.
Size range : 1X-3X Shop Motherhood Maternity collection
Daily Ritual
Daily Ritual is Amazon’s plus size line. In this store you will find basic items for a complete plus size wardrobe. There is not a specific maternity sections but in the basic items you can just size up and create beautiful outfits.
Size range : 1X – 7X Shop Daily Ritual’s plus size collection
Pink blush maternity
In pinkblushmaternity you will find an extensive range of plus size maternity clothes with excellent categorisation. If you are looking for basic plus size pregnancy tops, jeans and leggings to wear everyday they have you covered.
But here you will also find beautiful plus size maternity clothes for especial occasions like evening dresses, photoshoot dresses as well as chic blouses and dresses you can wear at work.
Size range : 1X-3X Shop Pink blush maternity collection
Destination Maternity
Destination maternity offers regular as well as extended sizes of maternity clothes. In the plus size section you will find Tops, Bottoms and Dresses as well as plus size maternity swimsuits.
Size range : XS to 3X Shop the Destination Maternity collection
Target
If you are looking for basic plus size maternity clothing for your casual outfit Target has what you need in amazing prizes as always.
Size range 1X – 4X : Shop Target’s maternity plus size collection
Yours Clothing
Striving for inclusivity, Yours Clothing makes comfortable, trendy plus size clothing that allows their customers to feel their best, all the time. Their mission is to ensure that women everywhere feel confident about their bodies and proud of their curves.
Size range : 14 to 34 Shop Yours Clothing’s collection
Torrid
Torrid’s mission is to provide beautiful clothes for women of ages, races and sizes. As such, you can expect to find amazing clothes that will fit nicely during your pregnancy. Torrid has some maternity clothes but also when you search for maternity a lot of styles that are actually regular clothes but are pregnancy friendly come up.
Size range : 10-30 Shop Torrid’s maternity collection
Good American
GOOD MAMA is designed to give you the ultimate shape and comfort, to embrace and enhance your body during and after your pregnancy, so you can focus on what matters most — being a GOOD MAMA.
Size range : 00 to 24 Shop Good American’s maternity jeans collection.
Curvissa
Curvissa has a range of plus size maternity wear including leggings, dresses, jeans & tops to keep you comfortable and stylish during pregnancy.
Size range : 6 to 28 Shop Curvissa’s plus size maternity collection.
Simply Be
Simply Be is among the UK’s most beloved plus size shops. In their international website you will find a curated collection of all the basic items you will need during your pregnancy. All items can be combined to create many interesting looks.
Size range 8-22 Shop Simply Be’s plus size maternity collection
Asos
Asos doesn’t have specific plus size maternity section. You will find many beautiful maternity option to sizes au to 18 and will also find many trendy plus size clothes in sizes up to 26 that will accommodate your growing belly.
Size range : 00 to 24 & XS to 3X hop Asos’s maternity collection
The safest bet for plus size maternity clothing is probably the very popular flowing dress. This one above is loose and floating, hiding any bulk or weight you may have gained during your pregnancy with ease and leaves you feeling as confident as ever. The color is a wonderful peach, and the neckline is almost that of a strapless number, but has sleeves attached, perfect for any colder seasons.
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