FASHION COURT: Pregnant and stylish

Nov 01, 2012

I am pregnant and I feel I need to remain fashionable. What can I do?

Monica

Pregnancy can make many women lose interest in how they look. Some just cover their bodies for the sake of it. If it were possible, they would be comfortable wrapping themselves with a lesu. But you can still remain fashionable with minimal effort.

Invest in pretty empire waist dresses in your favourite colours. You can pair the dress with a cropped jacket (unbuttoned) for an official look.

The empire waist will hug you in the right place and the lower part of the dress will give you room, while keeping you stylish.

For weekend outings, acquire dress tops. These are free, trendy and can be teamed with leggings. Wear them in subtle colours, so that you do not appear larger than you are already feeling.

Add jewellery in colours that brighten your face. With colourfully beaded jewellery, you will get in touch with your laid-back, free spirited person and banish that look of appearing perpetually tired.

When you are pregnant, feeling hot and sweaty is common, so make sure to have cotton underwear to absorb sweat and provide comfort.

Good footwear is something to consider too. Ankle strap sandals are comfortable and allow your feet to breathe with little confinement. If you are conscious of your height, kitten heels and low wedge shoes are perfect. Also, a pair of colour-clashing flat pumps in shades like purple, red or blue will go a long way in brightening your look.

Compiled by Harriet Birungi