Hi Lovelies, I am so excited to be guest posting today on Ruffles and Truffles. We ‘met’ over at a fantastic little wedding site, WeddingBee where we both blogged about our weddings.

I usually avoid fashion posts, BUT love seeing what other people come up with. I am totally 1000% in awe of, not only Katie’s amazing fashion sense, but also her ability to get crazy-awesome deals!!

For my first ever fashion post, I am tackling the topic of maternity wear.

It all started back in June, I was 13 weeks pregnant and panicked on the way to the airport- my pants were officially TOO tight. Since then, I have been improvising and shopping A LOT. To create a work and weekend appropriate wardrobe for just 6+ months of my life.

Here are two over lapping looks that take Maternity Wear from Weekend to Work:

Gap Ribbed Tank, $12.50; Joe’s Jeans, On sale $99; Bacio61 Women’s Palmi Ballet Flat, On Sale $54 to 99 ; Nordstrom Open Cardigan, $56; Pea in the Pod, Sleeveless Maternity Dress, $79. Secret Fit Belly, Maternity Leggings, $39; AK Ann Klein, Carlene Boots, $149

Here are my Keys to Maternity Wear:

#1 Comfort. Pregnant in heels I am not. Comfort is key, and both the flats and boots above are BEYOND comfortable.

#2 Splurge on Sales. Creating a whole new wardrobe is expensive!! And I am still a bargain shopper at heart. When non-pregnant, I love Joe’s Jeans, so I was thrilled when I found a pair of Joe’s Jeans at a Pea In the Pod. I wear them a couple times a week, and love that my ‘splurge’ was only $99. Also, since I am no longer in heels and they are shorter, they look great with my new comfy flats and boots.

#3 Wear non-maternity. The tank top and cardigan sweater above are similar to pieces that I already had in my closet. Thanks to over-sized sweaters and tops being in style, I can still wear some of my old stuff. With the Gap tank tops, go out and buy one size up, often the difference is only the length- which is exactly what you need during pregnancy.

#4 Basics and layers. That gray dress above is the perfect Maternity basic. I’ve worn it to all sorts of events- work, baby shower, retirement party, girls night out, etc. You name it. It is also a great base for layering. During your pregnancy you’ll see a swing of seasons- so you’ll need something that can go from summer to winter. This dress was perfect for summer, or with leggings and a sweater for the upcoming winter.

Oh, and a big item for all pregnant ladies: The Baby Shower Dress!

I was looking for something with color, but this dress just fit and felt good as soon as I put it on.

Key #5: It makes you feel good!! I especially like shirts and dresses that sort of hug the belly– otherwise I feel like I am wearing a tent:

2 Comments on Keys to Maternity Wear {Karen: Sugar Spice Living}

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   kelsey

   November 10, 2011 at 2:28 pm (587 days ago)

   I desperately need to find a baby shower dress. I don’t know what I’ll wear yet. Great tips!

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   kjpugs

   November 13, 2011 at 10:39 pm (584 days ago)

   Ok so I’m not preg and LOVE and would wear all of these things! Especially those flats… love it! Comfort is always key for me so I give you a thumbs up for that one

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