Best Maternity Dresses Under $40


Having a growing belly doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice style (or your entire paycheck, for that matter). These top-rated maternity dresses will go the distance, taking you from your first trimester to delivery and beyond.
Every dress on this list is under $40 and has top-notch reviews on Amazon.
For Sunday Funday
Dress this up or down for any weekend adventures. Added bonus: it’s nursing friendly.
Hello Miz Women's Maternity High Low Dress
Girls' Night
Meet up with your gal pals for some mocktails on the town or on Zoom in this wrap dress that’s designed to show off your growing bump.
Mother Bee Wrap Dress
For Weekend Errands
We love the ease of a classic dress. This dress looks especially great paired with your favorite sneakers for when comfort is key.
Liu & Qu Maternity Dress
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For a Cocktail Party
This is the perfect party dress for any occasion that requires you to kick up your heels (or rather, kick up your comfy flats).
My Bump Cowl Neck Party Dress
For a Lunch Date
An adjustable side tie is great to accommodate your burgeoning belly in a style that will go from the boardroom to brunch with ease.
LaClef Adjustable Side Tie Maternity Dress
The 9-to-5 Staple
Simple and sophisticated, this classic tank silhouette is nice enough to wear to work or out on the town.
Bhome Maternity Tank Dress
For the Wedding Guest
This dress features a bump-hugging silhouette that has just the right amount of flounce to wear to a wedding or dressy occasion.
My Bump Women's Ruffle Off-Shoulder Maternity Dress
Photo Shoot-Worthy
Flatter your growing curves in this pretty midi number with a side tie.
Liu & Qu Women's Casual Floral Maxi Dress
Baby Shower Style
This pastel dress with pretty cut-out shoulder details will elicit lots of compliments at your baby shower.
Mother Bee Cold Shoulder Dress
For Weekend Picnics
You don’t need to shop solely in the maternity department for great staples. Find flowy dresses like this maxi to wear from the minute you find out you’re pregnant until long after baby arrives.
ETCYY Sleeveless Maxi Dress
The Everyday Staple
This little black dress will be your wardrobe workhorse. It easily dresses up or down, and you can throw it it the wash.
Amazon Essentials Maternity Dress
For a Walk on the Beach
You’ll live in this full-length sleeveless maxi throughout your pregnancy. Wear it in the summer with flip flops and pair it with your favorite jacket once the weather dips.
BlackCherry Sleeveless Maternity Maxi Tank Dress
For Coffee with Friends
This swingy dress will be a summertime staple even when your bump turns into a baby. It’s available in lots of colors too.
levaca Loose Swing Dress
Babymoon Staple
If you’re headed out on vacation before baby arrives, stock up with one in every color to create an easy travel wardrobe.
Beachcoco Maternity Chevron Maxi Dress
The Bad Day Antidote
When you’re feeling a bit of that halfway-there slump, get dressed in a pretty frock like this wrap style to instantly perk you up.