As we note in our book, the Guide to Dressing Professionally While Pregnant, the bulk of the things you buy 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 — so we’ve separated the page into two parts: the classic, and the trendy. If you’re on a budget, don’t forget to check eBay for people selling maternity wardrobes as a lot, as well. Check this page for our full breakdown and thoughts on maternity stores in general. Ladies, what classic maternity workwear pieces am I forgetting thus far? (This page will probably always be a work in progress!)
Don’t forget that we also feature a maternity work outfit idea every Monday, and we often feature nursing-friendly and pumping-friendly workwear ideas.
Pictured at left in “Guide to Maternity Workwear” graphic: dress, pants, blazer, dress, skirt.
If you’re at the very beginning of your search, I thought I’d round up a few of the maternity classics:
- Belly bands: Ingrid & Isabel [Nordstrom]
- Pants: Gap, Theory [Shopbop], J.Crew, Loft
- Wrap dress: Isabella Oliver [Nordstrom], Everly Grey [Nordstrom], Lirola [Etsy], Gap
- General brands for dresses, blouses, etc: Isabella Oliver [Nordstrom, Destination Maternity], Seraphine [Amazon, Destination Maternity], Maternal America [Amazon, Nordstrom], Rosie Pope [Nordstrom], Loft
- Skirts: Japanese Weekend [Nordstrom], Gap, Rosie Pope [Shopbop],
- Denim: Citizens of Humanity [Nordstrom] [Shopbop], J.Brand [Shopbop], Paige Denim [Nordstrom], H&M, Old Navy, J.Crew, Gap
- Undergarments and tights: Spanx [Nordstrom], Assets [Target], Fleece-lined tights [Shopbop]
- Coats: Japanese Weekend [Nordstrom]
- Weekend wear: Rachel Pally [Destination Maternity — keep an eye on flash sale sites like Gilt], H&M, ASOS
- Maternity/nursing brands (designed for use both while pregnant and while nursing): Bun Maternity [Nordstrom], Boob Design [Nordstrom], Japanese Weekend [Nordstrom], Lilac Clothing [Nordstrom]
Postpartum product picks:
- Simple, understated diaper bags: Rebecca Minkoff [Nordstrom, Shopbop], Kate Spade [Amazon], Marc Jacobs [Amazon] LeSportsac [Amazon, Zappos],
- Favorite nursing bras: Bravado, Elomi, Coobie
- Nursing tanks/camisoles: Undercover Mama
- Nursing-friendly and pump-friendly workwear: Pleione blouse, Karen Kane dress
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Classic Maternity Workwear
Trendier/Seasonal Maternity Workwear