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Summery, Second-Trimester Staples (Non-Maternity!)

Posted by alismith on July 12th, 2011 at 4:24 pm
02 shirt dress Summery, Second Trimester Staples (Non Maternity!)

Put the waistline where you want it with a classic shirt dress, one or two sizes up.

There’s definitely some bulging around the midsection, but at 17 weeks, it’s still not quite a bump. To avoid the frump, I’m sticking with some roomy non-maternity but maternity-friendly styles this summer … while I can.

With good accessories, I get to put the punch (and the waistline) where I want it. And with careful sizing and sweaters, some of these items will last through fall—fingers crossed.

Here are some pieces that seem to be working for me in my slowly-growing second trimester:

01 angle slub tee Summery, Second Trimester Staples (Non Maternity!)

Angled slub tee
The forgiving shape and supportive neckline of this trendy t-shirt style are perfect for bellies (and waists) that are bigger, but haven't quite popped. Go a size up to be sure it fits in the bust, and will cover your midsection well as you grow.
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Angled slub tee at Anthropologie, $29.95

Classic shirt dress at L.L. Bean, $79

Drawstring shorts at Loft, $44.50

Work shirt at ModCloth, $42.99

Knit maxi dress at J. Crew Factory, $29.50 on sale

Cotton pencil skirt at South Moon Under, $58

Structured, Tunic-length pullover at Lands End, $44.50

Casual maxi skirt at Piper Lime, $58.99 on sale

Now, time to follow my own rules. Any other shapes working with your bump, or lack thereof?

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You’re lucky Ali! I’m 13 weeks and I have a noticeable bump :)
And a warning about that Anthropologie tee…it runs small!

Dissy commented on Jul 12 11 at 8:07 pm

Thanks, Dissy. I hate to complain because I’m happy to be pregnant, but I’d prefer a bump to my muffin top. :)

alismith commented on Jul 12 11 at 11:53 pm

I can’t wear most non-maternity clothes. I’m 18 weeks and I have a definite bump. It is probably because I’m 5’0″ and have a short torso. I was eating at a restaurant this weekend and the waiter asked me if I was having a boy or a girl. I did not tell him I was pregnant.

Louise commented on Jul 13 11 at 9:46 am

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