Maternity Workwear: Maternity Essentials for Work

Maternity Essentials for Work

As we’ve noted often as far as general advice for maternity shopping for work, the bulk of your maternity workwear purchases should be classic, understated pieces — if you choose, these will last you through multiple pregnancies! Trendier, seasonal pieces are a fun way to mix things up though.

If you’re on a budget, don’t forget to check eBay for people selling maternity wardrobes as a lot, as well. Check out all of our maternity fashion tips here, as well as checking out some of our maternity workwear essentials

Don’t forget that we also feature a maternity work outfit idea every other Monday, and we often feature nursing-friendly and pumping-friendly workwear ideas. Looking for even more stores? Check out our mall for maternity shopping.

The Most Stylish Maternity Pants for Work

collage of 5 women wearing maternity pants for the office
Pictured above, some of the best maternity pants for the office as of 2024: one / two / three / four / five (not pictured but also)

The Best Maternity Dresses for the Office

Our latest favorite maternity dresses for the office in 2024 include dresses from Seraphine, LaClef, Kimi and Kai, Hatch Maternity, Isabella Oliver, and Quince. (Also: check out this new indie maternity workwear brand!) Some of our latest favorites are below:

The Best Interview Suits If You’re Pregnant

collage of maternity interview suits if you\'re looking for interview suits while pregnant
Wondering where to find interview suits if you’re pregnant? We rounded up the VERY few options for maternity suiting! Favorite brands are represented above: one / two / three (also check out Hatch, as well as Lands’ End, which has washable wool maternity pants to match their blazers!)

The Best Maternity Jeans

collage of 4 women wearing maternity jeans
Pictured above, some of the best maternity jeans as of 2023… 1) Joe’s 2) J.Crew Factory 3) Ingrid & Isabella 4) Madewell

The Best Nursing Tanks and Camisoles…

Looking for the best nursing camisoles and tanks? These are great for adding coverage for your belly if you lift your shirt up to nurse…

collage of 5 women wearing nursing camisoles; some are pregnant, some are postpartum
Our favorite nursing camisoles and tanks as of 2024: one / two / three / four / five (and they’re not for everyone, but I loved my Bellefit postpartum corset)

The Best Diaper Bags for Working Moms

Our latest favorite diaper bags for working moms include classics from SkipHop and Petunia Pickle Bottom, as well as some options from brands we love for work bags, including Dagne Dover. For affordable options, check LAND or Amazon seller RUVALINO.

Pictured on Pin, “Guide to Maternity Workwear” graphic: dress, pants, blazer, dress, (skirt now sold out).