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Every woman likes looking her best—even when she’s pregnant. But with a sluggish economy and growing healthcare costs, many pregnant women can’t afford a stylish new collection of maternity clothes. Despite more designers focusing on this important stage of a woman’s life, the cost of a new maternity dress is still high, especially considering that maternity clothes will only be worn for a few months. How can pregnant moms feel fashionable while also saving money? Thankfully there are several ways for pregnant moms to embrace style in an affordable and conscientious manner.
Purchase items that last longer than nine months
While maternity pants can be a god-send when your waist expands, it’s doubtful you’ll be able to wear them once your body returns to its normal size. So instead of buying a closetful, purchase one or two pairs, and then look for items that can be worn both during and after your pregnancy. Wrap-around sweaters can easily adjust to the size of your waist, and many skirts with elastic waists can be worn beneath a bulging belly. Shoes, hats and other seasonal accessories can add flair to your maternity wardrobe and remain go-to items for longer than nine months.
Rent a dress
RentMaternityWear.com offers women an affordable way to wear designer maternity dresses. Their customer-focused company rents out some of the most stylish maternity dresses for a fraction of the price. After browsing through their impressive collection of designer dresses, you select a dress for a special occasion, and it arrives on your doorstep before the big night. You’ll have one week to wear the dress before returning it—guaranteeing you’ll turn heads without worrying about the dent in your checkbook. This is a great option if you’re pregnant during wedding or holiday season.
Cut your hair
A haircut is an easy and affordable way to be fashion-forward without spending a fortune. During pregnancy, your body’s increased levels of hormones will make your hair look and feel great. Take advantage of your glorious mane by giving it some TLC. Be sure to choose a hair salon that features organic and natural hair products because it’s important to not expose you or your baby to any potentially dangerous chemicals used for perms or other hair treatments. Once you find an environmentally friendly salon, enjoy an hour or two of pampering and leave with a chic hairstyle that will make you feel as lovely as if you had just purchased a new dress.
About Monet Moutrie
Monet Moutrie is a writer and baker, who lives in Austin, Texas with her three cats and husband. Between government work, graduate school and her own blog, Anecdotes and Apple Cores, nothing sounds better to Monet than an evening of yoga, a cup of Earl Grey tea and a novel. Knock on her front door and you'll find her pulling out a loaf of bread from the oven while brainstorming ideas for her own work of fiction.
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