Maternity Chic

By Author: Barton Loi
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You''re thrilled to bits to be having a baby. Your skin has never looked fresher. Your eyes have never been brighter. As your baby bump grows your excitement increases exponentially. But you still can''t find anything to wear.

Maternity wear is a tragedy of the modern fashion world. It seems that many designers think that an increased need for comfort incurs a diminished sense of style.

If you are revelling in your pregnancy but anxious to maintain your personal sense of fashion throughout, here are a few handy hints and tips on how to dress well with maternity wear.

There are, obviously, a few great brands of maternity wear available. Sadly, however, they tend to be the pricier ones. What are us mere mortals, on ordinary salaries with a new arrival to prepare for, meant to do? There are a few useful places to start.

Be proud of your new body shape and don''t be afraid to flaunt it. You don''t have to spend the next nine months wearing T-shirts shaped like tents. Your body may be changing and this may be frightening but rest assured you look fantastic - embrace it and be proud. Tight cotton T-shirts ...
... that are designed to stretch over your bump can be one of the most flattering maternity looks.

If you''d rather not draw attention to the bump, draw attention to your back instead. Lace up ties, silken panels, slits and scoop backs are all ways to look sexy without being inappropriate during your pregnancy.

If dresses prove too difficult, just find a plain one that fits well and dress it up in other ways. Pretty cardigans and shoulder cover ups, pashminas and oversized shawls, are all great ways to add colour and interest to a plain dress.

Find a plain dress that fits and go mad with your accessories. Clothes may be a nightmare, but your jewellery, scarves and handbags will always fit. Pick the ones that make you feel the most fabulous and enjoy your blooming days of pregnancy in style.

#Pen Name# writes freelance articles. New Look has a great new range of maternity wear that formed the inspiration for this one. Barton Loi is a fashion critic and writer. To find out more about the latest high street trends check out New Look's website for an impressive range of