Cool Calm & Collected - Maternity Fashion Tips for Mums-on-the-go

Cool Calm & Collected - Maternity Fashion Tips for Mums-on-the-go

You know those women, the cool calm and collected women, who appear to skip though their days with perfect hair, clothes and children, while you are feeling flustered, hot and bothered, hair in the eternal ponytail and breakfast stains on your shirt.

For busy mums-on-the-go, chasing after little ones, preparing meals, keeping on top of home and work can be mammoth tasks. Throw expecting another baby on top of your already hectic life, and there are days when you wonder if you will ever get out of your pyjamas before lunch time.

It is amazing how with just a few simple tweaks and smart investments you too can get the cool calm and collected look. What woman doesn't feel better and more able to face the day with washed hair, some lip gloss and an outfit that fits properly, looks stylish and is practical? Pregnancy is a time when our bodies are changing shape, our temperature fluctuates almost as much as our mood, and even our once go-to bras and knickers are relegated to the too tight drawer.

At Queen Bee, we can't help you with your hair or lip gloss, but we can certainly get you fitted out in some great stylish, basic and practical outfits that will become staple go-to items for your maternity wardrobe. We stock maternity fashion from some of the world's leading brands like European design label Queen Mum and the US high fashion label More of Me, to lifestyle brands like Esprit, Mavi, and Trimester. So let us help you with the basics so you too can get that cool, calm and collected look for mums-on-the-go.

Firstly get your foundations right. Pregnancy is no time to be scrimping on an ill-fitting bra or knickers. Personally I know that if I am wearing matching underwear it's a good day. At Queen Bee we have a full range of maternity bras and intimate wear that will give you support in all the right places. Many of our bras are designed for nursing too. With sexy lingerie from brands like Belabumbum and HOTMilk to simple basics from Esprit and Noppies, Queen Bee will have you feeling great and confident before you've even put on your clothes.

Starting from the bottom up, perfect fitting and comfortable maternity bottoms that will accommodate your growing bump are essential. Gone are the days when the only pants that would fit are your old tracksuit or gym pants. These days you can choose from super stylish skinny jeans from brands like Mavi or Maternal America, designed especially for the pregnant body, or go with Esprit for relaxed fitted jeans with a wide elasticated waist band. No matter what kind of Maternity Jeans you like to wear, with Queen Bee's jeans style guide, you are bound to find a style, cut and colour to suit you.

Leggings are another great investment for your maternity wardrobe. Worn under a dress or tunic top, boots or bare feet, leggings are a versatile addition to your maternity wardrobe and are bound to become a go to staple. A great little accessory which is a must have is the Esprit belly band. A belly band will instantly provide support, more coverage and enable you to wear shorter tops without exposing your belly, and even allow you to wear your regular pants for just a little longer by covering up a slightly undone fly. Queen Bee also stocks a beautiful range of maternity skirts from short and straight to maxi and flowing, so whether you are going to work or your best friend's baby shower, we have the perfect maternity skirt for you.

Well-fitting tops, that are practical, comfortable and versatile are essential elements in your pregnancy wardrobe, and are definitely worth the investment. Look for tops that you can continue to wear after your pregnancy for those of you who will breast feed. There are many designs out there with easy access for discreet and comfortable feeding. At Queen Bee you will find a whole boutique dedicated to nursing wear.

Pick tops that are longer in the body or have ruching in the side seams which will allow for your belly to grow without compromising on length. Plain tees or tank tops are perfect for layering and are easy to dress up or down with accessories. Unless you live in a particularly cold area, stick with tops you can layer. Belly bands come into their own to keep your back warm and free from drafts, cardigans and wraps are also good as they are easy to remove if and when you feel a hot flush on its way.

Lastly can I hear three cheers for a stylish maternity dress. No pregnant woman should be without at least one dress that makes her feel like the queen she is. Gone are the days of looking like you were wearing a circus tent. Maternity Dresses these days come in all shapes, sizes and styles, and no matter what your style, Queen Bee has a dress that will have you looking well and truly cool calm and collected. Invest in a dress that you can throw on in the morning when dropping the kids at school, then dress up in the evening with some simple accessories for a well-deserved night out with the girls.

Remember, as a busy mum-on-the-go you don't have to spend a fortune to look cool calm and collected, you just need a few key basic and versatile pieces that will see you through your pregnancy, no matter how hectic your day.

Enjoy a stylish pregnancy with Queen Bee xx
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