Where was Rosie Pope Maternity when I was pregnant? What I would have given to have been able to wear beautiful clothing at the most figure challenging time of my life. In my opinion, it took the fashion world way too long to realize that women wanted to look as good pregnant as they did when they weren’t. Rosie Pope is up to the challenge. In fact, she has taken the business of Maternity to a whole new level. When you visit one of the stores, you are pampered in every way. You can sip on a Mocktail and eat chocolates while you browse the Ready To Wear Collection. You will also have access to The Salon Collection, which allows you to design your own dress. It’s as easy as: 1) Choose a style; 2) Choose a color; 3) Choose a size and customize (alter neck line, length etc.to make it unique to the customer). You can even have a Couture dress made, which is a celebrity favorite. There is complimentary tailoring, a complimentary car service, as well as a complimentary consultation with Rosie. WOW! Need you ask for more? I want to shop there, and I’m not even pregnant! Check out some looks we’ve put together anchored around her collection.

1. Summer Casual
Jackie O’ would have loved this outfit! It’s on trend, and at ease on a pregnant body.

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2. Daytime to Dinner
This is one of my favorite looks! You’ll feel comfortable, and chic all day. Heaven!

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3. April showers bring May flowers
A trench is every girl’s best friend during the Spring. Finally, a maternity trench that doesn’t make you look like you’re wearing a tent.

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Maternity clothing has come a long way even in the six years since I’ve been pregnant. I remember quite well the day I walked into A Pea in the Pod and found a pair of Seven jeans… MATERNITY. If you’ve ever been pregnant, then you know how incredible it felt to pull on a normal looking pair of jeans. It’s a lot like getting into bed after an arduous day at work, or hugging a close friend you haven’t’ seen in a while. When you’re pregnant, it’s all about finding a comfortable place somewhere between the body you used to know and it’s bizarre transmutation. When it comes to your maternity wardrobe, stay true to yourself. Choose pieces that resemble your individual style, pre-pregnancy. Isabella Oliver has some beautiful pieces, like wrap dresses and tops, that grow with you. We also found a great top at figure8maternity, beautifully bohemian with a pair of jeans and boots. Luckily, empire tops have been in fashion for a couple of years. Check out what T-bags has to offer. You can easily wear it in your first trimester, maybe second, and definitely after the baby comes. Keep your accessories current and on trend. It will keep you from looking and feeling dated during the long nine months. Actually, it’s a good place to have a little fun. Choose a fun animal print that will really pop! Good luck girls, don’t be too hard on yourselves. In the end it’s all worth it when you see that beautiful face looking up at you!

Shout out to Jennifer, one of my readers, who suggested this post.

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