A few weeks ago I was faced with a fashion dilemma. I had a party to go to and guess what I had nothing to wear whilst I was so heavily pregnant. I really didn't want to buy a maternity dress as I knew I wouldn't get that much usage out of it. I contemplated buying a breastfeeding dress but seeing as I'm not sure what dress size I'm going to be I didn't want to waste my money on something that may only fit me for a few weeks.
I decided to head into town and have a nose to see if I could find anything suitable. I knew I didn't want to spend a lot of money so I headed straight for Primark. It's one of my favourite go to shops for something cheap, that's fashionable.
I found a couple of dresses to try which was great. I fell in love with this gorgeous black laced dress. The style of it is very me, so I was really hoping it would fit. I grabbed it in a size 8 in the hope that perhaps I could squeeze myself into it and therefore still be able to wear it after I have had the baby.
I found a couple of dresses to try which was great. I fell in love with this gorgeous black laced dress. The style of it is very me, so I was really hoping it would fit. I grabbed it in a size 8 in the hope that perhaps I could squeeze myself into it and therefore still be able to wear it after I have had the baby.
Luckily enough due to the boho styling of the dress, I actually got into the size 8. I couldn't believe my luck. I had found a dress I actually liked, was comfortable in and I knew I could still wear it after the baby was born. I can't remember exactly how much it was but it was definitely less than £20. I've already worn it 3 times so I am getting my money's worth.
The style of the dress is perfect for this winter season. With regards to fashion it ticks all the boxes as it's, black, lace and has the boho/70's styling to it. It's a great staple piece for your wardrobe as it'll go with so many things. I wore it with a pair of slouchy black calf length boots. You can't see them very well as i'm at the stage where my bump takes up most of the room in a picture! You could wear a different colour pair of shoes or boots to add a pop of colour and to make the dress more evening/occasionwear then don't wear any tights.
I wanted to share this look with you to highlight the fact that just because your pregnant you don't have to wear maternity clothes all the time. I think we tend to fall in a trap of always getting maternity clothes as we feel that we need them when it's better to try and find things that you will be able to wear again. Don't get me wrong, I have plenty of maternity clothes as I find them so comfortable but it is wasteful when you are only wearing them for a short period of time.
I like that dress, it really suits you x
ReplyDeleteBest of luck with the birth, that dress is super cute x
ReplyDeleteHappy due date!! You look amazing! xx
ReplyDeleteThis is gorgeous! So great to be able to get so much use out of it too :) you look amazing! x
ReplyDeleteYou look fabulous! I bet you can't wait now to have baby. I cant wait to see photo's :-)
ReplyDeleteGood luck with the birth! You look fantastic!
ReplyDeleteReally pretty dress, hope everything goes well with the birth and I can't wait to see the pictures of the new arrival xx
ReplyDeleteI got through my maternity with just two pairs of maternity jeans. The rest of the time I stole my husbands T shirts. I didn't want to pay out for things I would only be using for a while.
ReplyDeleteLooking stunning, very flattering outfit x
ReplyDeleteYou look absolutely stunning and I am wishing you lots of luck with the birth x
ReplyDeleteWhat a great bargain, and equally important it looks amazing. Hope you get more wear out of it after the birth, and best wishes for the birth.
ReplyDeleteThis looks great! And what a bargain too - I like the fact that you can wear it after too - what a great find. You look lovely =)
ReplyDeleteThat is a lovely dress - I was so huge I couldn't wear any normal clothes when I was pregnant so you did very well
ReplyDeleteYou look so fab!wait - it's the 14th today - omgosh is bubba here? Eeek! Kaz x
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful dress and it's great that you'll still be able to enjoy wearing it once baby has arrived too #BlogBumpClub
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