maternity dress

Last month I launched a competition in collaboration with Mothercare to offer one lucky mama-to-be a photoshoot experience with a professional hair stylist and make-up artist, plus a capsule wardrobe of maternity clothes from Mothercare, collated and styled by me, Helen. We had some great entries and the winner, Liz, a first time mum-to-be, joined …

Super-soft, comfortable and stylish; three words that perfectly describe what all maternity wear should be and Crave maternity clothes certainly fit the bill. There’s something about good maternity wear, it’s softer, more skin-friendly than non-maternity wear. Maybe it’s because we’re more sensitive to the touch, or maybe we’re just more …

Don’t worry, this isn’t going to become a website dedicated to what Kate wears by the hour but as the world’s most famous mum-of-the-moment, today will see a  double-whammy of posts related to the Duchess’s new mum style. And normal service shall resume shortly- promise! Kate wears Seraphine… again As …

It’s not always easy to find tops and dresses designed for nursing that are up there in the style stakes too.  Breastfeeding adds another consideration into the mix when thinking of maternity and post-baby outfits – and you’ve enough to think about with a newborn without stressing about what you’re …

Worn by A-listers Angelina Jolie, Jessica Alba and Halle Berry (among others!), Brit maternity brand Séraphine now has the royal seal of approval with a recent sighting of Kate Middleton wearing one of its dresses. Séraphine’s classic polka dot Renata wrap dress (right) is, as you would expect from the …

Brighten up any day – whatever the weather – with a totally tropical look.  From Michael Kors-inspired palm tree prints to in-your-face florals and exotic bird motifs, go as bold as you dare.  Keep Hawaiian prints to flip-flops and swimwear and opt for darker rainforest palettes for work wear.  This …

There’s no denying that Primark’s growth over recent years has helped to fuel the fast fashion culture we now find ourselves in.  For cheap and cheerful basics and on-trend must-have pieces it is a one-stop shop for the whole family, yet has held out on venturing into online territory, that …

Add a splash of summer to your wardrobe with zesty brights. Glow in a full length tangerine maxi or accent a neutral outfit with colour-popping sandals.  Lift a dressy look with big and bold orange jewellery or add a ray of sunshine to your basics with straight leg jeans and …

Play with prints to dress your bump. Stick to a simple colour palette, in this case shades of mustard, tan and grey. A low wedge is a great way to look and feel smart for work without compromising on comfort as your body changes. Once your baby arrives these will …