As someone who spent the first 24-ish weeks of pregnancy in the spring and summer, I lived in dresses. I was surprised to learn that the best maternity dresses aren’t even maternity dresses at all.
As my body has gone through changes, I’ve been so grateful that I could just throw on a dress and not have to worry about a tight and uncomfortable waistband over my growing belly. I’ve navigated the inevitable wardrobe crisis any pregnant person will feel once they can no longer button their jeans (or in my case, jean shorts), and learned that certain dress styles and cuts—smocked, tiered, wrap, bodycon, and anything with a high and elastic waistband—can take you through your entire pregnancy and beyond.
Ultimately, I’ve relied on a mix of non-maternity dresses and maternity dresses so far. And turns out, I’m not alone. When I asked pregnant people for their best maternity dress recommendations, they all echoed the sentiment that you can find great dresses both meant for pregnancy and not.
Below, we’ve rounded up some of the best maternity dresses to carry you through this fall and winter, from retailers like Amazon, Nordstrom, Target, and other maternity brands like Hatch and PinkBlush. Because let’s be honest, comfort is priority number one during this stage of your life, and dresses often tend to be the easiest and most accommodating option when your belly is growing noticeably bigger from one week to the next.
1. Old Navy Fitted Rib-Knit Midi Cami Dress
While it’s not technically a maternity dress, this rib-knit dress stretches right over your growing baby bump and is so easy to just throw on with a jean jacket or cardigan. I love that I could wear it all summer and can also transition it into fall—and I can keep wearing it post-pregnancy, too.
Available in sizes S, XL-3X and Petite XL-XXL.
2. Ingrid and Isabel Cozy Dress + Sweater Set
I’m so excited to wear this dress and sweater set all fall long. The material is thick and stretchy and not at all itchy (is it just me or does everything make my belly itchy lately?!) and the silhouette accentuates my bump in the cutest way. It goes great with white sneakers, but you could also wear it with heels and a blazer to dress it up.
Available in sizes XS-XL.
3. KIM S Boho Flutter Short Sleeve Maternity Dress
A smocked dress is another great style for pregnancy. “It’s accommodating and also doesn’t require a bra or nipple pads (usually),” says Arielle P., 32. The delicate flutter sleeves and pretty pastel colors of this smocked dress make it a great choice for a baby shower. Throw on a jean jacket and you’ve got an easy, cute option for the fall months ahead.
Available in sizes S-XXL.
4. Pinkblush Floral Short Sleeve Maternity Maxi Dress
I bought this floral dress for my fall baby shower, and I absolutely love how it fits and feels. The wrap neckline and tie waist (with elastic underneath) sit at just the right spot, and the slit on the side is a nice addition. The pattern and colors are really beautiful and perfect for the season. Overall, I feel like a pregnant goddess in this flowy number.
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