Maternity Clothes and the Modern Woman

Motherhood is in vogue again. Every celebrity magazine boasts of the current starlets who have the baby glow. Pregnancy is a time in life when women can show off some extra curves without any shame. And what woman can resist the excuse for a completely new wardrobe of maternity clothes? It is a time to experiment with styles that normally would not look as fashionable on your previous figure. Truly there is a reason for that extra radiance besides pregnancy hormones.

Thankfully the times have progressed since our mothers were pregnant. Women no longer have to hide their changing bodies with drab, shapeless maternity clothes or walk around in moo moos. Many top designers are finding a niche in the current market for designing trendy maternity clothes. Who cares what the price is to buy a clothing item that can only be worn for 9 months if you are Katie Holmes or Gwen Stefani? There are also plenty of designers that cater to those of us with a less expendable income, but still want to have fashionable maternity clothes options.

What's hot in 2008 is reminiscent of the styles of decades past, but with an updated twist. Loose shirts with flirty, feminine necklines or shoulders work well during pregnancy. Another popular look this year both for maternity and non-maternity clothes are shirts and dresses with an empire waistband. Many styles accentuate the bust and shoulders while creating a more roomy area for the stomach.

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