Thursday, May 26, 2011

PLS HELP SHOP FOR THE PREGNANT LADY


dear esb.

Going to an outdoor wedding in early June in Salt Lake and I need to figure out what to wear. 

I'm a little confused about the dress code: husband says the groom, his cousin, will be in a tux but will also be wearing flip flops.

Maybe I just can't quite get my head around that bit of information to the (literally) bigger problem. 

I'm knocked up. Like 6 months and some change worth. I'm taller and tiny framed so unless people know me they still can't tell yet. The difficult part is not my damn stomach but that I've gone up 3 bra sizes. I can wear most of my jeans still but I can't fit into any t shirts or dresses I own. So basically I guess I just don't know how to shop now that I actually have boobs.

Not that I think you are in the mood to start online browsing for some random pregnant lady... but I had to ask just in case I caught you at some particularly vulnerable, bored moment. If not, send this one to the trash folder... I'll still love you anyways :)

Thanks. 
xoxo

*****

Srsly. Will you guys help me?

Photo by Peonies and Polaroids, obv.
Posted by esb at 11:26 AM
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23 comments:

  1. MeghanMay 26, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    Well as a nearly 6 months knocked up person living in salt lake, I will give this some thought. But mostly steal all of the good ideas to come.

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  2. lizMay 26, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    http://www.nadinoo.com/product/pixie-s-curtsey-bow-dress

    in teal.

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  3. lizMay 26, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    ugh. just noticed that's the "wool" version. nm.

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  4. miss mashMay 26, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    this, because you're tall and can rock it: http://us.asos.com/ASOS-ASOS-MATERNITY-Leopard-Waisted-Maxi-Dress/w686v/?iid=1588656&cid=5813&Rf900=1465&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=200&sort=-1&clr=Print&mporgp=L0Fzb3MvQXNvcy1NYXRlcm5pdHktTGVvcGFyZC1XYWlzdGVkLU1heGktRHJlc3MvUHJvZC8.

    or this: http://us.asos.com/French-Connection-French-Connection-MaternityBreton-Stripe-Jersey-Dress-Exclusive-to-ASOS/w47ug/?iid=1402292&cid=5813&Rf900=1465&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=200&sort=-1&clr=BlueOffWhite&mporgp=L0ZyZW5jaC1Db25uZWN0aW9uL0ZyZW5jaC1Db25uZWN0aW9uLU1hdGVybml0eWJyZXRvbi1TdHJpcGUtSmVyc2V5LURyZXNzLUV4Y2x1c2l2ZS1Uby1Bc29zL1Byb2Qv

    with some colorful shoes & bracelets

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  5. Lady XMay 26, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    WRAP DRESS
    always
    i'm not pregnant. but i'm always curvy. ALWAYS.

    http://www.blackhalo.com/dresses/centaur-wrap-dress

    http://www.net-a-porter.com/am/product/113050?cm_mmc=LinkshareUS-_-ProductFeed-_-Diane_von_Furstenberg-_-Dresses&siteID=Ee18uo7H7zg-A9eL09Ri9U5XNZAra.0D8A

    http://www.forwardforward.com/fwd/DisplayProduct.jsp?d=M&s=B&c=CUTLER+AND+GROSS&product=EDUN-WD31&SID=4dde9ffa0b113b1d

    http://www.theoutnet.com/product/213368

    http://www.theoutnet.com/product/208452

    or not: http://www.theoutnet.com/product/222905

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  6. Ms KMay 26, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    As another lady with big boobs, I second the wrap dress suggestion! If any given wrap dress leaves you with an uncomfortable amount of cleavage, get a nice lace cami for underneath.

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  7. Ms KMay 26, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    money where my mouth is, or links:

    http://www.dvf.com/New-Jeanne-Wrap-Dress/886115045965,default,pd.html?start=13&preselectsize=no&cgid=dresses-vintage-collection

    http://www.dvf.com/Celeste-Romper/886115049604,default,pd.html?start=18&preselectsize=no&cgid=dresses-vintage-collection

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  8. CassaundraMay 26, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    i love the maternity clothes available at asos - here's the link!

    http://us.asos.com/Maternity-clothing-Shop-for-maternity-clothes/todvt/?cid=5813&WT.oss=maternity&WT.oss_r=1&oss_pv=1&DCSext.oss_url=1

    if i were a pregnant lady, i would totes wear one of these dresses..

    http://us.asos.com/ASOS-ASOS-MATERNITY-Heart-Print-Chiffon-Dress/wa73n/?iid=1501961&cid=5813&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Black%2fWhite&mporgp=L0Fzb3MvQXNvcy1NYXRlcm5pdHktSGVhcnQtUHJpbnQtQ2hpZmZvbi1EcmVzcy9Qcm9kLw..

    and..

    http://us.asos.com/Mama-licious-mama-licious-Irissa-Print-Dress/vxkxy/?iid=1473967&cid=5813&Rf900=1465&sh=0&pge=2&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Aluminium&mporgp=L01hbWFsaWNpb3VzL01hbWFsaWNpb3VzLUlyaXNzYS1QcmludC1EcmVzcy9Qcm9kLw..

    hope that helps!

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  9. AnonymousMay 26, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    Wear a maxi skirt as a strapless dress and belt it. Put the belt at the small of your waist. Wear tall wedges. Done. Don't buy anything for temporary boobs- they will go away and you won't be able to wear it again. Don't get any maternity clothing, please.

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  10. MaggieMay 26, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    Hi! I am small with big boobs. General tips: avoid anything with high necks, boatnecks or straight necklines. Sweetheart, V-neck and surplice/faux wrap with a high/natural waistline to accentuate the slimmest part of your middle are good.

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  11. nicoleMay 26, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    Not so sure about strapless. You might be pulling the dress up over your chest all night long... (hate that).

    My friend is 6 mos. pregnant, and she wore a V-neck black chiffon maxi dress by Mink Pink to a wedding recently. Tried to find it online but I can't seem to locate it... anyway... V-neck may be your friend. It's not flaunting everything, but it's not hiding them either.

    Everything here is half-off for Memorial Day, including this piece:
    http://tinyurl.com/3q5gszm

    and this:
    http://tinyurl.com/3et3cm3

    When in doubt, I'd go with a free-flowing maxi dress like this cute mama (comfy + stylish):
    http://www.girlsgonechild.net/2011/05/gone-maternity-like-totally-to-maxi.html

    Good luck! and congrats on the baby ... and congrats on going +3 bra sizes! I bet you look amazing. xo.

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  12. laurenMay 26, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    this is where i admit i would probably use pregnancy as an excuse to dress like stevie nicks and/or mrs. roper.

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  13. Lady XMay 26, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    WHOA.

    love the dvf romper.

    also love the mrs. roper inclination. :D

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  14. ErikaMay 26, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    @lauren you made my day.

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  15. AnnaMay 26, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    I'm into these two "Gary" dresses. Both belted to allow you to change the fit as your body changes.


    Gary graham Pebble Jacquard Dress:
    http://www.garygrahamnyc.com/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=865&category_id=2&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=2

    Gary Bigeni Dakota Dress:
    http://www.garybigeni.com/DAKOTA-DRESS/prod_21.html

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  16. AubergineMay 27, 2011 at 4:24 AM

    http://www.isabellaoliver.com/maternity-clothes/uk/100/maternity-dresses.html?viewall=true

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  17. AnonymousMay 27, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    french connection and mamalicious has really nice maternity dresses.

    please please please do yourself a favour and do NOT buy a normal dress. you might fit in NOW but you won't until the wedding. and it looks real shit if the dress is longer in the back than in the front.

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  18. AnonymousMay 27, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    you don't have to hide your boobs, i found that dress...

    http://us.asos.com/French-Connection-French-Connection-Maternity-Grecian-Jersey-Maxi-Dress-Exclusive-to-ASOS/vzb23/?iid=1439632&SearchQuery=maternity%20dress&sh=0&pge=1&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Magnese&mporgp=L0ZyZW5jaC1Db25uZWN0aW9uL0ZyZW5jaC1Db25uZWN0aW9uLU1hdGVybml0eS1HcmVjaWFuLUplcnNleS1NYXhpLURyZXNzLUV4Y2x1c2l2ZS1Uby1Bc29zL1Byb2Qv

    ... and was reminded of gorgeous prgenant &big boobed angelina jolie
    https://www.posh24.com/photo/28953/pregnant_angelina_jolie_stunning_at_panda_premiere

    show them what you got ;)

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  19. RozeMay 27, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    http://www.rentmaternitywear.com/

    Why buy something you may only wear once? I'd rent it unless you find something you really really love in the stores.

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  20. TRIGGMay 27, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    eep!

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  21. Ms KMay 27, 2011 at 11:02 PM

    also, avoid frilly-ness in the chest area and/or high necks.

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  22. Kaitlyn KochanyMay 28, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    Oh man, pregnant lady! Do NOT be all, "Waaah, I have boobies, what do I do?" at ME.

    Okay, so first of all: maternity clothes are for chumps. That said, please make sure you're getting well-fitting bras during this process, even if it means spending a few hundred dollars on unusual cup sizes you might only wear for a few months. It will also make you feel hella sexy to have supportive, pretty lingerie that fits.

    That said, there's no place like a casual/upscale (?!) wedding to bring out your new cleavage. Go with something that shows off the girls, but I'd suggest something with a 3/4 sleeve to balance out the skin you're showing. Maybe something like a low-buttoned shirtwaist dress in a colour/pattern that you love? Grab a pretty shawl to drape over you for when the groom's uncle gets drunk and leery, wear an interesting shoe, and pay the bartender to make you a fancy mocktail to swirl during speeches.

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  23. Elder MillennialJune 5, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    Big boobs = NEVER wear strapless. It's just not right.

    I'm a DD pre prego and am currently wearing G's. Wearing a comfortable bra is the most important part of your wardrobe while you're rockin' bigger lady lumps.

    I concur that wrap dresses are great, but also go for a more form fitting dress. Big boobs can make you look very large if you try to go too frilly and layered - simple is best. Also, jazz up the accessories and shoes rather than spending major moola on the dress. Black is always great for weddings and it's something you can wear again, on a date or to work, etc.

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