Well-dressed pregnant women are becoming a fad. With the likes of Blake Lively and Kerry Washington turning this stage of womanhood not only beautiful on the inside but also on the outside, every woman is suffused with envy and inspiration.
Despite the cumbersome baby bump, these celebrities managed to pick up dresses that would work well in their favor:
1. Blake Lively
Blake Lively at the 2014 God’s Love We Deliver Golden Heart Awards at Spring Studios in New York City on October 16, 2014
Blake Lively and husband Ryan Reynolds surprised everyone with their baby announcement in September. Shortly after, the former Gossip Girl actress showed up at events already sporting a large baby bump. She looked nothing short of stunning in her floor-length Michael Kors Resort 2015 shimmering gown.
2. Kerry Washington
Kerry Washington at the ABC Television Critics Association Winter 2014 Party in Pasadena, California, on January 18, 2014
Kerry Washington juggled both her pregnancy and her hit TV show, Scandal. But despite her jam-packed schedule, she still looked flawless in a floral macramé dress. Shift dresses are great for burgeoning tummies!
3. Kate Middleton
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, spotted visibly pregnant on a visit to the Pembroke Refinery in Pembrokeshire, United Kingdom, on November 8, 2014
The Duchess of Cambridge is already on her second pregnancy, but she still hasn’t lost her stylish touch. She hid her growing bump in a blue dress coat by Matthew Williamson.
4. Carrie Underwood
Carrie Underwood at the 48th Annual CMA Awards in Nashville on November 5, 2014
After announcing her pregnancy on Labor Day via Instagram, Carrie Underwood showed up at the CMA Awards still looking fabulous despite thickening waist in her shimmering nude-tone gown with an asymmetrical hem.
5. Zoe Saldana
Zoe Saldana at the Guardians of the Galaxy premiere held at the Empire Cinema in London, England, on July 24, 2014
A traffic-stopping Valentino Resort 2015 chiffon gown was Zoe Saldana’s solution to her increasingly adjusting red carpet look.
6. Hayden Panettiere
Hayden Panettiere at the 66th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles on August 25, 2014
Hayden Panettiere wasn’t afraid to show a bit of skin. Her metallic dress with a plunging neckline practically made the Nashville actress glow on the red carpet.
7. Ali Larter
Ali Larter at the premiere of You’re Not You in Los Angeles on October 8, 2014
Ali Larter chose this interesting Calypso St. Barth dress. It’s probably not everyone’s cup of tea, but she rocked it, especially with that lovely vintage-inspired coif.
8. Kimberly Wyatt
Kimberly Wyatt outside the ITV Studios in London, England, on August 28, 2014
Got to Dance judge and former Pussycat Dolls member Kimberly Wyatt stepped out in an edgy all-white ensemble. The outfit was tasteful but still modern and interesting.
9. Kristen Bell
Kristen Bell at The Weinstein Company and Lexus Present Lexus Short Films in Los Angeles on July 30, 2014
This lovely Monique Lhuillier satin shift dress concealed Kristen Bell’s bump and worked wonders in making her look youthful and glowing.
10. Milla Jovovich
Milla Jovovich at the 71st Venice International Film Festival in Venice, Italy, on September 3, 2014
The Resident Evil actress decided to debut her baby bump in a sexy white dress, striped pumps, and a metallic clutch. The overall look was clean and timeless.
You don’t exactly have to deck yourself out in maternity clothes. There are a lot of shapes and cuts of dresses that will still give the tummy room to grow without sacrificing style. Here are some ideal dress choices for expecting women:
Diane von Furstenberg “Freya” Dress, $398
Rosie Pope “Audra” Maternity Dress, $178
Tbags Los Angeles Hi-Lo Dress, $198
Rachel Pally “Anya” Maxi Dress, $255
UNIF Doll Dress, $125
alice + olivia Princess Pouf Dress, $697
For Love & Lemons “Bootsie” Dress, $158
Marc by Marc Jacobs “Toto” Plaid Dress, $598
So, which pregnant celebrity was your most stylish bet?
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