I did have an outfit to post today, but the pictures need to be reformatted. Nate was going to do this for me, but couldn’t get the program to work right. Hopefully, those pictures will be ready to post later this week. I decided I still wanted to blog about something even though I didn’t have “new pictures” to post. I decided to take Ashe’s advice, and turn to my site stats and search terms. After combing through the results I decided that a lot of people are searching for and finding my blog by searching for maternity fashion. As luck would have it I was in fact pregnant for a good chunk of last year. Thus, I have a stock pile of posts featuring my pregnancy fashions. Feel free to browse through all of my maternity ootd posts . However, I will share with you my favorite & more “obviously pregnant” outfit combinations.

yellow shorts, turquoise sweater, maternity fashion. pregnancy style

In July, the bloggers participating in Everybody, Everywear donned yellow and bathed the blogosphere in sunshiny yellow. I   dyed a pair of khaki shorts yellow for my entry.grey sweater, pink pants, colored denim, pregnancy fashion, maternity style

This non-maternity pregnancy approved outfit is another entry for Everybody, Everywear. I thrifted these pink jeans two sizes bigger than my normal jeans, and utilized my Bella Band to wear these pants clear through my pregnancy. Even a                         few weeks before giving birth I was still styling these colored jeans with comfort and flare.colored denim, pink jeans, maternity fashion, pregnancy style

A few of my favorite maternity outfits I barely looked pregnant in, because, of how I decided to dress my ever expanding baby bump. High waists, forgiving fabrics, and belts can be your friend while dressing during a pregnancy.high waisted denim skirt, maternity fashion

vintage shirt dress, pregnancy fashion, maternity style
However, embracing your pregnant shape can be quite flattering too. The last two maternity/pregnancy outfits I am going to show you I wore right at the end, and I didn’t shy away from form fitting fashions.pattern mixing, maternity fashion, pregnancy style, rain boots

pattern mixing, plaid, stripes, pregnancy fashion, maternity clothes

polka dots, pink cardiganPolka Dots are a big trend for this fall. This shirt, however, is a bit spring like. That was ok with me. It was comfortable to wear, and the open flutter sleeve cardigan pulled it all together. I almost didn’t get pictures taken today. The night before I pulled/tore/or plain ol’ injured something teaching dance. I could barely walk the next morning, and I was exhausted too. I woke myself up several times in the middle of the night crying, because, it hurt too much to roll over. Magically, Nate managed to sleep through my tears almost every time. Don’t get me wrong if I wanted him to wake up he would have, but since there was absolutely nothing he could do for me I let him sleep.parks, playground, swingsets

I’m glad I did feel up to taking pictures, because, Nate started to get some more artistic shots as we went. You can find the extra shots on No Guilt Fashion’s Facebook Page.black and white photo, polka dots

I’m beyond ready to have this baby and hold my little guy in my arms. I think everything is purchased, put together, or put away ready for Jazz to make his grand appearance at the home front. I also think I’ve got things kind of sorted out for the blog too.  Guest posts, giveaways, and lots of posts outside my normal ootd parameters. I hope you enjoy what I have put together for you. I’m not sure exactly how long I’ll be gone, or if I ever will truly be disconnected. I just know I will have my hands full while recovering from surgery and adjusting to two kids at home instead of just Lyla.pink ballet flatspolka dots, key necklace, charm necklace

Polka Dot Tank-Motherhood, Cardigan-Target, Jeans-William Rast for Target,      Shoes-Payless

plaid shirt, rosesThe fashion blogging community has mixed opinions on pregnant bloggers, and how much or little should be shared. Some people don’t mind pregnant bloggers just as long as they don’t get all mushy, gushy on them. I have not been told I have gone over board, or that people appreciate my take on maternity fashion while not crossing an invisible line of “etiquette” for a lack of a better word. However, I’m almost done with this pregnancy, and it will likely be my last (for awhile at least). Since, I am nearing the finish line I may cross that invisible line and post my un-maternity pictures. I say “un-maternity”, because, I didn’t do a lot of the look at my baby bump!, or overly sweet husband kissing the belly, and I certainly wasn’t going to show my pregnancy battle scars (even though I’m not ashamed of them in the least bit). In these maternity pictures I am fully clothed, by myself, and the only gushy part is  the words already written in the ground.maternity pictures, pattern mixing, butterfliesmaternity pictures, pattern mixing, flannel shirt

I was in the mood for fall pattern mixing in hopes of cooler weather for browsing the Barn Festival last weekend. Sadly, it was 70 out and I was a bit toasty.pattern mixing, flannel shirt, plaid shirt, jeansstripes and plaid,

Plaid Shirt-Pac Sun, Striped Shirt- H&M, Jeans-William Rast for Target,                Canvas Oxfords-Payless

Asian inspired blouseI had a bit of a one night stand with this blouse that I picked up for $.99. When I first picked it up at Goodwill I didn’t look close enough to see how “home made” it really was. With as crazy as Goodwill was during the weekend before school started back up, and the big sale you don’t always have the time to look closely. I just really liked the satin fabric, and the beautiful color and print.

homemade thrifted blouseThe blouse looked ok tied and left open over a black cami and capris. However, after a gentle wearing and washing it was showing just how poorly made it was. Seams started to unravel or come apart. No amount of steaming was getting it this blouse to lay flat in front. Oh well, not much was lost on this piece, so I don’t feel to bad about it. When thrifting, make sure to look things over closely.

green blouse, black caprisgreen blouse black capris nude shoesBlouse- homemade/thrifted, Camisole- Gap, Capris- Motherhood Maternity,

Shoes- Jessica of London via Nate’s Aunt

You must wear maternity clothes as soon as you can’t button your jeans.

I went shopping a few weekends ago. I was looking for shorts that I could wear this summer during this pregnancy. I started off looking at the maternity section, because, well it’s obvious I’m pregnant and will be all summer. However, I was really unhappy with any of my options. They all fit horribly, and I wasn’t going to sacrifice being comfortable in them for a chance to cool off.

I decided to play all my cards and try out the juniors department. I found several pairs I liked including a pair of fun salmon colored shorts. Sadly, they didn’t have a pair in my new size. I did find a pair that sits low enough to be worn under my baby belly. With my Bella Band, they should fit during the hottest parts of the summer based on my last pregnancy.

What do you think? Should pregnant women be restricted to elastic waist bands, and floaty, shapeless shirts? I think not, and hope to prove how wrong those ideas are this summer. I would love to have you along for the journey.

The Scoop

Vest-Walmart, Cami-Gap, Belt-Charlotte Russe, Shorts-Target

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