Maternity Style: 15 Celebrities show us how to #dressthebump

Maternity Style: 15 Celebrities show how they style their baby bumps

Nur Syazana H.

21 Oct 2015

updated the 3 May 2019 à 14:57

Being pregnant doesn’t mean you have to let style take a backseat. Whip out your notebooks and take some style notes from the likes of Kim K, Beyonce, Blake Lively and more.

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Jaime King
Actress Jaime King proves looking preppy is possible even with a growing bump. We love how she layered this super glitzy silver sequinned turtleneck with a muted deep red mini dress. The empire cut makes for plenty of movement while keeping the silhouette refined.
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Kristen Bell
Jumpsuits are just about the most comfortable things to wear while you're pregnant - they're just like pyjamas, except wearable for a day out! Go with all-over prints like Frozen star Kristen Bell for a summer-ready look.
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Kim Kardashian
Kim is known for her skin-tight sartorial picks even while pregnant, but we're more drawn to her casual style as seen here in a pair of ripped skinnies and graphic T-Shirt. Make heels an option, as the look will go perfectly well even with a pair of comfortable slip-ons.
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Naya Rivera
When in doubt, go all black. Naya Rivera keeps everything tucked in a fitted black crew neck dress and thigh-high boots. Jersey and lycra are fabrics you would want to befriend when you're expecting!
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Drew Barrymore
Getting glammed up doesn't have to be a challenge with a bun in the oven. Take Drew Barrymore's cue by going for an embellished, long-sleeved A-line dress that you can surprisingly get more than just one wear out of.
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Isla Fisher
Don't shy away from prints. Just be clever with where you wear them, like Isla Fisher who opted for a gown with a contrasting white space running down the centre, which gives off a slimming effect.
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Keira Knightley
Flowy summer dresses are heaven-sent for your ever-changing body. A feminine mix of colours like pink, orange and blue goes well with any pair of sleek shoes in your wardrobe.
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Ciara
If you want to give off a more uptown vibe, consider a large yet lightweight cardigan and mimic Ciara's winning pregnancy style.
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Blake Lively
Bright hues won't always highlight your belly. Blake Lively hides her bump perfectly with this thick poncho, matched with shorts and high-cut boots. Try a cape on for size, with short layers underneath to keep cool.
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Kourtney Kardashian
Kourtney's festival-inspired look is perfect for weekend outfits here in sunny Singapore. A linen shift dress does the trick when paired with suede ankle boots and a wide-brim fedora. All you need is just a pair of oversized sunglasses and you may just have a beach staycation-ready outfit on your hands.
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Kelly Rowland
Monochrome is the way to go if you find yourself running out of ideas on what to wear. Match your outerwear to your dress and you'll be acing style points just like Kelly Rowland.
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Zoe Saldana
Actress Zoe Saldana sure knows how to make a baby bump look sexy. Flaunt your bust in a classy way by going for something that's low-cut yet flowy at the same time. A slim-fitting bottom like this pencil skirt will also show off the belly and butt.
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Beyonce
Queen Bey makes maternity look like it's just another job in her resume as she steps out in sky-high boots while pregnant with Blue Ivy. Wearing something with plenty of movement on top with a slimmer silhouette on the bottom is exactly the look you should go for to avoid looking frumpy.
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Jessica Alba
Colour-block with ease like Jessica Alba by wearing the most flattering colour closest to your face. In this case, she chose to highlight her pregnancy glow with a coral shade while toning down her curves with a bright, complementary purple hue.
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Angelina Jolie
Angelina Jolie is one who's known for her classic, minimal style, so an all-black ensemble is right up her alley. Disguise comfort with a polished suit look by hiding a snug T-Shirt under a tailored blazer and wide-leg pants.

Pregnancy is a beautiful process that every (or maybe most) women would love to go through. One thing they sometimes don’t look forward to, however, is how to #dressthebump.

The style phenomenon that acquired its own Instagram hashtag is one most think they’ll have to take a sartorial break from for 9 months, but as the celebs in our gallery above prove, that’s never the case. What’s amazing to note is that these stars don’t look much different from how they usually dress sans baby, showing us that our own personal style doesn’t have to be compromised to make room for the growing baby bump.

Just look at the way Kim Kardashian sticks to her form-fitting clothes or Blake Lively and her experimental yet chic fashion choices, all while with a growing belly. So even if you begin to find that going out and getting some bigger clothes or maternity wear is indeed necessary, always allow yourself to let your wardrobe work around your ever-changing body during these months.

Photos: Getty Images

Nur Syazana H.

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