Best Maternity Clothes
Needing new clothes to accommodate your growing bump can be exciting for some and a overwhelming for others. It used to be you could only find maternity fashions at a handful of specialty shops and in a tiny corner of a department store.
But these days there are so many stylish options—everything from big-name retailers offering maternity lines to fancy designer labels to specialty shops selling the latest trends.
There really is something for everyone and every budget, even for those who don’t want to shop at all. You can purchase starter kits that provide several basics or rent clothes from a maternity wear subscription service like Le Tote, where you can pay a monthly flat rate to borrow clothes and even have a stylist pull pieces together for you.
Rent the Runway offers maternity rentals, as well. You can pay as you rent, or join one of their monthly memberships.
Or head to MM.LaFleur, which recently curated a collection of their elegant, perfect-for-work pieces that also work during pregnancy.
But if you love the thrill of the hunt and want to find your own perfect pieces, check out these places where you can turn up bargains, basics and splurges.
Gap Maternity: Jeans, Jeans and More Jeans
If you live in jeans, you need a killer pair to rock for the next nine months. Look to the Gap for help—the store made its name selling a variety of blues. Their maternity jeans come in three cuts (skinny, bootcut and looser fit) and three different panel styles. Panels range from just a little bit of elastic set into a traditional waistband to a full elastic panel you pull over your belly. Gap makes great leggings too.
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| Sizes | XS-XXL |
A Pea in the Pod: Iconic Maternity Brand
There’s a reason that big designer names like 7 for All Mankind, BCBG Max Azria and Splendid want to collaborate with this brand: name recognition. A Pea in the Pod has been making moms-to-be look amazing for decades. Here you can find quality construction and flattering looks that won’t go out of style by the time you decide to do it all over again.
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| Sizes | Most brands range from XS-L, though a few carry XL |
Seraphine: Celebrity Favorite Maternity Line
Cashmere coats and faux leather leggings are just a few of luxe looks you can land from Seraphine. Of particular interest? This chic, baby-blue, button-down that pregnant Princess Kate Middleton looked so smart in. And, if you like dresses, this is your go-to shop for a seemingly endless array.
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| Sizes | 0-14 |
ASOS Maternity: Affordable Fashion
During your three trimesters you might find yourself attending weddings and showers, going on a babymoon and getting together with friends. Translation: You need a variety of maternity outfits. No worries, this British retailer known for low prices has maternity fashions for all sorts of activities: party dresses, rompers, tees, sweatshirts, swimsuits and even pajamas for Netflix nights. And, their selection of wide-fit shoes is great if your feet spread during pregnancy (yep, it’s a thing).
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| Sizes | 0-16 |
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Target Maternity: Great Basics
Target is a great place to stock up on maternity essentials like a belly band to hold up your favorite, unbuttoned jeans or other non-maternity bottoms. Here you can also find jogger pants, tights and super-comfy clothes from an exclusive line from high-end maternity designers Ingrid & Isabel.
Additional Specs
| Sizes | XS-XXL |
Destination Maternity: Chic Finds for Less
For a lower price point than its sister brand A Pea in the Pod, Destination Maternity offers a huge selection of clothes. The line offers office-ready pieces as well as casual wear and a great plus-size selection. You can also find this brand in Macy’s stores.
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| Sizes | XS-3X; petites: PXS-PXL |
Hatch: Simple & Sophisticated Maternity Wear
Hipsters and bohemians fall hard and fast for the minimal silhouettes in Hatch’s modern line. Pieces are floaty and roomy, with special touches like oversize bows and luxe materials such as cashmere and soft waffle weave. In other words: clothes you can feel good in all day. Note: these pieces do come at a luxury price.
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| Sizes | 0-12 (Hatch sizes them Hatch 0-Hatch 3) |
Old Navy Maternity: Guilt-Free Shopping Spree
If you want your maternity-wardrobe budget to go far, head to Old Navy. There, you can load up on standards (think: scoop-neck tees, tunics, khakis, shorts and jersey dresses) as well as flowy, feminine tops and special items like swimsuits, activewear and PJs.
Additional Specs
| Sizes | 1-18 and XS-XXL |
Cake Maternity: For Your Lingerie Drawer
Want a nursing bra that’s comfortable and pretty? Cake Maternity has you covered with stylish designs and a range of sizes to fit everyone. Best of all, they have super stretchy, but supportive nursing tanks with built-in bras. Trust us, you’ll wear these 24 hours a day in the third trimester—as your breasts rapidly change shape—and for breastfeeding postpartum. The brand also carries sleepwear, swimwear and underwear, as well as Charley Maternity, a collection of fun nursing bras at a lower price point.
Additional Specs
| Sizes | S-XL, bands 30-42 and cups A-M |
H&M Maternity: For Trendsetters
You know this big-box retailer for its uber-trendy styles at amazing prices. And that’s what you can expect from its maternity section too. The clothes from H&M include colorful florals, great prints, off-the-shoulder dresses and fun tees.
Additional Specs
| Sizes | Most items XS-XL |
Storq Bundle: Box of Maternity Essentials
Get the pieces you need all in one fell swoop with a Storq Bundle. It includes four wardrobe staples—a T-shirt dress, leggings, a pencil skirt and a tank—that are made from ultra-soft modal and spandex with minimal seams and no tags. The understated silhouettes stretch to grow with you through all three trimesters. You can also purchase these and other items separately.
Additional Specs
| Sizes | Petite to 16 |
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