17 Most Beautiful Maternity Dresses

From casual to formal, every pregnant woman deserves one of these fabulous maternity dresses

Dressing up a pregnant body can be a major fashion challenge even for the trendiest mom-to-be. This is because your body is ever-changing and you are not sure which clothes in your wardrobe will fit you the next day. Fortunately, maternity dresses provide a simple, yet fashionable way for the modern mom to stay current on the latest fashion trends while still being comfortable.

What Is a Maternity Dress?

A maternity dress is a garment that is specially designed to adapt to the changes in body size of an expectant woman. As your pregnancy grows, you may find it hard to fit in your regular. This calls for you investing in pregnancy dresses that are looser fitting, for comfort during this time. That said, just because you are pregnant does not mean you have to give up your style and aesthetic. Instead, you should be even more inspired to try out new looks that will make you look and feel pretty.

Over the years, maternity wear has undergone major changes and no longer means baggy clothes with not so pretty colors and patterns. Today’s maternity clothes not only look super chic and elegant, but they are also comfortable which is crucial for pregnant women.

3 Key Things to Consider When Buying Maternity Dresses

Comfort

Whether you are the type of person that loves dresses that are easy to slip on in the morning or want to try out some of the latest trends, the most important thing to keep in mind when buying maternity dresses is comfort. Tight-fitting and uncomfortable clothing during pregnancy come with a few risks like causing pain and discomfort, or reducing proper blood circulation leading to yeast infections. Hence, your primary goal is choosing clothes that are comfortable. You also want to choose clothes that are made of soft fabric. Some great fabric choices for maternity dresses include:

• Cotton – this fabric is soft and provides warmth
• Rayon – comfortable and feels soft against the skin and also stretchy when combined with spandex
• Viscose – feels just like silk

Pull-on closure

If this is your first pregnancy, you should know that it gets harder to get dressed as your bump grows. Therefore, it is important that you get pregnancy dresses that are easy to get on and off over your baby bump. Pull-on style maternity dresses with no zip or buttons are ideal since you can simply put over your head and are good to go.

Ruched sides for stretching

The last thing you want is to buy a lovely dress that won’t fit after wearing it once. Remember that your bump is constantly growing. Therefore, you want a dress with ruched sides to allow for stretching as your belly grows.

Our Collection of Gorgeous Maternity Dresses

Below is a list of maternity outfits that will suit your style, no matter where you are in your pregnancy.

Wrapped Ruched Maternity Dress

Florals are always a great idea for pregnant women. This easy and breezy floral maternity maxi dress is perfect for summer and goes with just about anything. It comes in a range of colours and patterns to match your style. For utmost comfort, rock it with comfy flip flops.

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Floor-length Ruched Maternity Dress

No pregnancy wardrobe is complete without a dramatic floor length dress with a cinched waist to highlight your growing bump. This dress is comfortable, stylish, versatile and stretches with your growing belly while still being able to look stylish.

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Off Shoulder Maternity Dress 

This toffee coloured long sleeved garment is one of the best maternity dresses for photoshoot. It is designed with both elegance and comfort in mind. Its beautiful plain toffee colour works to perfectly show off your growing bump in pictures.

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Floral Bodycon Maternity Dress

For the business woman, you no longer have to trade your style and status for baggy pregnancy tunics. Dress up your bump in this cute floral bodycon maternity dress. This outfit will help you maintain that elegance and trendiness in a stylish, yet comfortable way.

Pregnancy is a blessing and a beautiful journey that should be celebrated. This is why just like any other mom-to-be, you want to show off your bump. This bodycon maternity dress is the way to do it in style. Its breathable material and casual design make it perfect for summer. The added spandex and runching provides some stretch over your belly allowing you to grow into it.

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Wine Red Floor-length Maternity Dress

If you are looking to stun everyone at a wedding or party, arrive in style wearing this gorgeous number. This floor-length maternity dress comes in bump-friendly fabric and feminine ruffle detailing that leaves your looking and feeling elegant, flattering and dressy without trying too hard.

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Party Maternity Dress

This maxi maternity dress is the epitome of style and comfort. This dress lets you follow the latest trends in fashion while still looking classy and feeling comfortable during your pregnancy.

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Peauty Maternity Bodycon Dress

If you are looking for casual maternity dresses, this Peauty Maternity bodycon dress is perfect. Its stylish and on- trend dusty pink color makes it perfect for your baby shower as it perfectly, yet comfortably contours against your growing belly, allowing you to show it off.

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Floral Maternity Dress

If you hate the idea of buying maternity dresses to never wear again, this floral maternity dress also served as a great nursing dress. Not only will you be able to wear it to any occasion during your pregnancy but it is also nursing friendly. Its deep v-neck and stretchy material provides an easy breastfeeding option.

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High-low Maternity Dress

This high-low maternity dress with removable belt is designed for comfort and style for all stages in pregnancy. For a cinched waist, better definition of your belly and a slimmer look, tie the belt under your bust. You can choose to dress it up with heels for a formal occasion, or sneakers or sandals for an everyday look.

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Floral Long Sleeve Maternity Dress

This burgundy floral maternity dress is made with high quality materials , allowing you to feel stylish and comfortable at the same time. This maxi dress comes with ankle length sleeves to keep you warm in the colder months. The best part is that it is super comfy and is made from stretchy material that grows with you. It’s also a great option for those expecting multiples.

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JustVH Photoshoot Maternity Dress

This gorgeous maternity gown is perfect for photoshoots or weddings. It’s made of an elastic cotton top and a flowy chiffon bottom that works to give you that perfect breezy experience while on a photoshoot.

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Just VH Baby Shower Maternity Dress

Your baby shower is one of the most exciting times in a pregnancy. Hence, it’s no surprise that you want to look and feel your best. This super stretchy burgundy maternity dress is designed to show off your bump in an elegant way. Its scoop-neck neckline design accentuates your collarbones and shoulders while its slim fit and long train outlines your perfect shape and adorable baby bump. 

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Sleeveless Ruched Maternity Dress

This sleeveless maxi maternity dress is designed with style, versatility and comfort in mind. It allows you to use it throughout all the stages of your pregnancy, thanks to its stylish yet, functional belly ruching. The best part about this flattering dress is that it transitions perfectly into a nursing dress after the baby is born.

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Hello MIZ Off Shoulder Maternity Dress

If you don’t want to break the bank shopping for maternity dresses, this floral off-shoulder maternity dress is a stylish bet. This supper cute and comfortable maternity dress will ensure you look chic while staying cool as a cucumber throughout the 9 months of your pregnancy. It’s made of soft stretchy material that feels soft against your skin even in the last months of pregnancy.

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BBHoping Casual Maternity Dress

After a long week of work, you probably want to take it easy on the weekends. This, however, does not mean that you sacrifice style for comfort. This BBHoping dress brings all the comfort and style, and can be paired with anything from sneakers to flip-flops or even boots for a three-season look.  It comes with pleats of both sides, allowing for adequate space for you to grow in during your pregnancy.

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Short Sleeve Maternity Dress with Belt

Stay trendy with this effortlessly beautiful short sleeve maternity dress when the heat cranks up. This dress is easy to slip on and can transition perfectly from work to weekend and back again. Its short sleeves and maxi-length keep you looking and feeling cool.

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The Bottom Line

Pregnancy dresses make all the difference when it comes to style, comfort and accommodating your growing belly during pregnancy. From elegant neutral-colored garments to pretty, romantic florals or formal maternity dresses, these maternity dresses all prove that fashion and pregnancy can go hand in hand. Choose any one of these outfits to show off your bump while ensuring you stay stylish throughout your pregnancy.

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