For most women, the most stylish maternity clothes solution is to wear
stretch classic jeans and a man's white oxford shirt. However, the day
comes when they face the inevitable: the visit to a maternity clothes
store, either for a special occasion outfit, or to browse the plus
size maternity clothes section in search for the most flattering
solution to their style dilemmas. So what exactly should an expecting
mom look for in maternity clothes, either regular or plus-size ones?

For the first few months most women can get along with the wardrobe
they already have. Slightly bigger breasts and increased waistline
will make them sexier, not bigger. But when regular clothes do not
work anymore, most women prefer to forget about fashion trends and
cocoon themselves into shapeless dresses or high-waist slacks paired
with voluptuous sweaters.

First of all, don't try to hide your condition. It's chic to be
pregnant today, and young Hollywood stars happily get pregnant
whenever they want - and remain fashionable and glowing till the
delivery. Today it's much more flattering to show off your belly than
to hide it under layers of clothes. The most current maternity outfits
are sleek numbers that let your curvy silhouette show.

Happy Hippie. You will be perfectly stylish in free-flowing ethnic
skirts, kaftans and yoke dresses that accommodate a growing belly.
Airy tunics and patterned blousons look equally great with oversize
cardigans, perhaps with a wide belt under the belly, or on their own,
with a tiny capelet for warmth. This trend also embraces the wide
empire-waisted and baby-doll dresses that can be worn over the
maternity pants and jeans. Best designers working in this style:
Alberta Ferretti, Anna Sui.

Bold Accessories. Keep the visual details on top. A scarf, a capelet,
a bolero jacket in contrasting colors, virtually anything that
accentuates the shoulders and bust line are very

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