Maternity Business Suit
From LoveToKnow Pregnancy
Maternity business suits help keep professional women looking their best during pregnancy.
Who Needs a Maternity Business Suit?
Fortunately, not every mom-to-be will need a maternity business suit. If you work in a casual office and seldom interact with company clients, a suit is probably not a necessity. Even if your office is slightly more formal, you may be able to simply wear slacks and a nice top in order to look presentable. If you’re not sure whether or not you truly need to purchase a new suit for maternity wear, ask your female coworkers for their input. You may even be able to borrow some of their unneeded professional maternity clothes!
When to Shop
If you do decide that a business suit is a wise investment for your maternity wardrobe, don’t rush out to buy a new suit as soon as you realize you are pregnant. Most women won’t start showing until they are about three to five months pregnant, and some women are well into their third trimester before they even need maternity clothes! It’s hard to predict how your body will change during pregnancy, so it’s best to wait until you have a noticeable baby bump before you start shopping for a new wardrobe.
During your first few months of pregnancy, you may be able to simply wear an ordinary suit that is one or two sizes larger than normal. If the suit has a long line jacket, wear it open to help camouflage your growing belly. If the pants seem a little tight, you could try using a Bella Band or Belly Belt to give yourself a bit of extra breathing room.
Purchasing Professional Maternity Clothes
What makes a great maternity business suit? Obviously, the answer to this question depends somewhat on your body type and sense of personal style. However, a basic black suit is a good choice for most professional women. If you find a suit that fits well, you can change the look of your outfit by simply wearing different colored tops and accessories.
Since the demand for professional maternity clothes is less than the demand for casual wear for the mom-to-be, finding a suit can be a challenging task. Maternity clothing stores such as Motherhood Maternity sometimes have a small selection of office apparel, but women in search of petite, plus size, or tall clothing may have trouble finding what they need at the nearest mall.
If you’re not able to find a maternity suit locally, you may want to consider shopping online at one of the following retailers:
- Blossom Maternity has a selection of stylish suits from designers like Olian Maternity and Ripe Krissy.
- HST Maternity offers an assortment of professional maternity clothing, including business suits.
- A Pea in the Pod caters to the pregnant woman in search of professional fashions.
- Japanese Weekend clothes are sold at many maternity boutiques, but you can also purchase items directly from the company’s website.
- Babystyle offers a wide selection of pants, blouses, and suit separates.
Additional LoveToKnow Resources
Although a business suit can help you look your best throughout your pregnancy, it’s still a good idea to pay attention to all areas of your appearance. Well-groomed hair, carefully applied makeup, and tasteful accessories will help you present the image of a confident and successful businesswoman-—even on days when you’re feeling nauseous, exhausted, and overwhelmed by the changes in your body!
For more information on looking your best during pregnancy, check out the following LoveToKnow websites:
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