The struggle is real: The selection of beautiful maternity wear is manageable AND expensive – especially when you consider that the high-priced items will no longer be needed in the foreseeable future. That's why we're looking to see how these soon-to-be mothers get through the summer in style – guaranteed without any maternity wear.
Pregnant in summer can be quite exhausting – especially when you have to worry about clothes on top of everything else. Buying overpriced maternity clothes that you only wear for a few months at most – unnecessary, we say. These soon-to-be-mothers prove how it can be done differently.
Tops with peplum
Do without short summer blouses during pregnancy? This is not an option for Scandi girl Annabel Rosendahl. Instead of the tight-fitting version, the Swede simply opts for sweet blouses with flounces and puff sleeves. Your baby bump still has room for a while under the generous peplum and the good part still fits after pregnancy. Tip: If the blouse ends too close to your stomach, you can simply combine it with a skin-colored top or high-waist cycling leggings. Nothing is guaranteed to slip!
Oversize at it's best
Everyone loves Overize – so why not take advantage of this trend during pregnancy? Carmen Kroll and Verena-Annabella Ratz show how easy it is to stage your baby bump with XXL clothes.
For the extra-wide logo shirt – which Carmen by the way could easily have stolen from husband Niclas – the Cologne-based woman styles black cycling leggings and turtlenecks. It is therefore not only a true styling inspiration for mothers-to-be: The cool transitional look can also be worn by non-pregnant fashionistas on mild summer days.
Blogger colleague Verena presents us with an equally stylish, but somewhat more feminine look. We'd love to style the ultra-harmonious outfit in soft cream tones right away. In addition, there is still enough space under the XL hoodie and maxi skirt for your baby bump, so the look is still cozy.
Knot action
We have the assumption that the Austrian blogger Verena likes to use her boyfriend's wardrobe during her pregnancy … As long as it comes out with such cool looks, he will certainly not mind. In any case, we love the combination of a stretchy midi dress and shirt. With the knotted ends, Verena skillfully stages her sweet baby ball.
Sporty mom
Especially at the beginning of a pregnancy, it is easy to get by without maternity wear. Entrepreneur Katharina Hingsammer combines a color-coordinated sports bra with leather sweatpants with a practical elastic band. The icing on the cake is her light-colored denim jacket, which she ties around the still small bulge – so the outfit looks a bit more dressed. This cool look can not only be seen on the way to sports!
Courage for crop tops
Blogger Nina Wrodnigg proves that crop tops also work in advanced pregnancy. In combination with matching lounge trousers and tweed shirt, your look looks super cozy and classy at the same time. The free strip of skin also emphasizes the part of the waist that has remained narrow despite the baby bump and thus ensures a beautiful line. We think: take heart! Crop tops are also a hit during pregnancy!
Airy summer dresses
Why buy maternity clothes when the best clothes for your pregnancy are already hanging in stores all over the place? No matter with or without a belly: Hanger dresses are THE must-have for fashionisas this summer. Why? They are super airy, especially in hot temperatures, offer enough space, you don't have to worry that something will slip and they look great. Any questions?
Wardrobe essentials
Have you gathered enough suggestions? Here we have put together a small shopping checklist for you. So: Repurchasing is expressly allowed – without any regrets! Because you will still love these parts dearly after your pregnancy. Betting?
- High cut leggings: Whether in the long version or as a cyclist – high-waisted leggings with a high percentage of stretch are THE fashionable all-purpose weapon during your pregnancy. Whether in combination with a shirt, oversize shirt, hoodie or dress: nothing is guaranteed to pinch here.
- Airy dresses: You will especially love pendants on hot days! Your tummy has enough space under the normally wide-cut clothes and you will still enjoy the sweet it-piece even after the birth.
- Tops in XXL: Whether hoodie, shirt or shirts: Oversize is always in at the moment, so it doesn't matter if you buy your new pieces in a few sizes larger. If things get a little tight towards the end of the pregnancy, you can simply knot your shirt and co over your tummy.
- Stretchy crop tops: Whether with a high-cut skirt or leggings: We have already proven to you that crop tops also look great during pregnancy. When buying, make sure that the tops are stretchy and made of high quality fabrics. So they don't wear out and you can still wear them after your pregnancy.