maternity clothes that don't cost a fortune?

i*heart*him · May 2009

Everywhere I look they are crazy expensive. Anyone have any ideas for inexpensive yet cute/trendy maternity clothes?

LillyBug923 · May 2009

Old navy

HeyyRed · May 2009

LillyBug923:
Old navy

Clearly your definition of cute and my definition are VASTLY different.?

FutureHardings · May 2009

Call me trashy... flame me... I don't care.

My mom goes to a salvation army near Pittsburgh where all the rich people drop their stuff and has found me quite a few maternity pieces there. Shorts, capri's, etc... most of them with the tags still on.

LillyBug923 · May 2009

HeyyRed:

LillyBug923:
Old navy

Clearly your definition of cute and my definition are VASTLY different.

Not the cutest out there, but I was sticking to budget friendly.

i*heart*him · May 2009

HeyyRed:
LillyBug923:
Old navy
Clearly your definition of cute and my definition are VASTLY different.?

wisc.bride · May 2009

I'm normally not a garage sale shopper but went with some friends the other day and got a ton of clothes- about 3-4 pairs of jeans, about 6 shirts, & some shorts all for $15!!! Most of them still had tags on them! Otherwise Gordman's and TJMax have had some good finds. I live next to a Motherhood outlet so I'm fortunate.

alumsden1 · May 2009

Liz Lange for Target. Cute stuff and very reasonable. I didn't like the stuff at Old Navy too much but there were a few cute items.

i*heart*him · May 2009

HeyyRed:

LillyBug923:
Old navy

Clearly your definition of cute and my definition are VASTLY different.

That's for sure.

FutureHardings · May 2009

I'll admit it... I love Old Navy. I am a chubby gal and short, to boot, and their clothing always fits right and I can find things that I wouldn't find anywhere else.

i*heart*him · May 2009

FutureHardings:

Call me trashy... flame me... I don't care.

My mom goes to a salvation army near Pittsburgh where all the rich people drop their stuff and has found me quite a few maternity pieces there. Shorts, capri's, etc... most of them with the tags still on.

Not trashy at all, I bet there is loads of good stuff!

HeyyRed · May 2009

LillyBug923:
HeyyRed:

LillyBug923:
Old navy
Clearly your definition of cute and my definition are VASTLY different.?
Not the cutest out there, but I was sticking to budget friendly.

I don't think that budget friendly and cute can exist together when it comes to maternity clothes. At least not in my recent experience. I have had more luck with Banana Republic than anywhere else.?

annibes · May 2009

I went to the outlet mall- Banana Republic and Calvin Klein had GREAT sales and the styles were all stretchy with room to spare in the belly area. I bought them out in medium and large sizes so I could wear through the summer, and then went to Gap for some of the "favorite" t-shirts so all I had left to worry about was maternity pants.

LillyBug923 · May 2009

HeyyRed:
LillyBug923:
HeyyRed:

LillyBug923:
Old navy

Clearly your definition of cute and my definition are VASTLY different.

Not the cutest out there, but I was sticking to budget friendly.

I don't think that budget friendly and cute can exist together when it comes to maternity clothes. At least not in my recent experience. I have had more luck with Banana Republic than anywhere else.

It is true! Either you spend the bucks or you look so-so while pregnant.

i*heart*him · May 2009

HeyyRed:
LillyBug923:
HeyyRed:

LillyBug923:
Old navy

Clearly your definition of cute and my definition are VASTLY different.

Not the cutest out there, but I was sticking to budget friendly.

I don't think that budget friendly and cute can exist together when it comes to maternity clothes. At least not in my recent experience. I have had more luck with Banana Republic than anywhere else.

Actually Target does have the cutest maternity clothes. Cute dresses and tops and they are VERY budget friendly.

franciscaz · May 2009

Ross is the best!

LillyBug923 · May 2009

i*heart*him:
HeyyRed:
LillyBug923:
HeyyRed:

LillyBug923:
Old navy

Clearly your definition of cute and my definition are VASTLY different.

Not the cutest out there, but I was sticking to budget friendly.

I don't think that budget friendly and cute can exist together when it comes to maternity clothes. At least not in my recent experience. I have had more luck with Banana Republic than anywhere else.

Actually Target does have the cutest maternity clothes. Cute dresses and tops and they are VERY budget friendly.

OK, so why did you ask then?

i*heart*him · May 2009

Because I am wondering if there is anything besides target.

Tabby2727 · May 2009

Ross and Berlington Coat Factory. Super cheap!!

Samidez · May 2009

I'm not sure, but I'll have to find them soon!

HeyyRed · May 2009

LillyBug923:
HeyyRed:
LillyBug923:
HeyyRed:

LillyBug923:
Old navy
Clearly your definition of cute and my definition are VASTLY different.?
Not the cutest out there, but I was sticking to budget friendly.
I don't think that budget friendly and cute can exist together when it comes to maternity clothes. At least not in my recent experience. I have had more luck with Banana Republic than anywhere else.?
It is true! Either you spend the bucks or you look so-so while pregnant.

I'm about to have to invest. Like tomorrow. I'm thinking Diane Von Furstenberg.?

Pesky · May 2009

Kohl's (especially the sale rack) -- kind of hit or miss but you can pick up some decent staples.
ON for casual staples like t-shirts and tanks
Target (also good for tanks)
Consignment stores or 2nd hand places
Check around to see if you have any maternity outlets nearby. We're pretty lucky here and have a Maternity Works outlet where I've managed to find some cute stuff that isn't a fortune.

Brooke208 · May 2009

Have you checked eBay? I don't know if you would find anything there but it's worth a shot.

I'm not to this point yet but my MIL got me a pretty cute maternity tank and it's from Kohls. I didn't wear a lot of maternity shirts when I was pregnant with my son because I found quite a few regular shirts that worked. I got my maternity jeans at Gap though but they'll be too big this time around. That's what I'm worried about most... jeans!

hellopoppyseed · May 2009

I have been getting my basics (pants) from stores like target, old navy, and gap. No one knows where your black trouser pants came from-all that matters is fit. Then I have been getting tops from some non-maternity racks. I just look for an empire waist and super long. I hate that there are so many non-maternity racks in places and I feel so limited so I started keeping an open mind everywhere I go. You'd be surprised how many non-maternity things have plenty of extra space-and they aren't too big in the arms like maternity clothes. I have found Burlington to be shockingly cheap-the clothes are cheap too but you won't be wearing them long and I am going for quantity and something unique over quality these days.

Diannadiva · May 2009

HeyyRed:
LillyBug923:
HeyyRed:
LillyBug923:
HeyyRed:

LillyBug923:
Old navy

Clearly your definition of cute and my definition are VASTLY different.

Not the cutest out there, but I was sticking to budget friendly.

I don't think that budget friendly and cute can exist together when it comes to maternity clothes. At least not in my recent experience. I have had more luck with Banana Republic than anywhere else.

It is true! Either you spend the bucks or you look so-so while pregnant.

I'm about to have to invest. Like tomorrow. I'm thinking Diane Von Furstenberg.

I have a few of her dresses for work - LOVE them - great for traveling and the wrap dresses grow with you and will be great after baby!

satreece · May 2009

ebay...

I bought a ton of stuff for about $150 - most of it looks brand new, some still had the tags on. And really... jeans are pretty comfy when they've been broken in already.

I felt like I really wanted to be cute (and picky) and couldn't see spending a fortune on the maternity clothes I had access to locally, when I only felt so-so about most of the stuff. I'm really pleased with all of my designer ebay finds!

Mrs.BlueEyes · May 2009

I've had pretty good luck with Kohls when it came to work stuff, like khaki's, black slacks, cute capris, and a couple of nice shirts. I love Old Navy jeans and that's about it. Most of my maternity wardrobe came from a high-end maternity boutique that was closing it's doors, and everything was 75-85% off so I loaded up. Although, I know that's no help to you. Have you tried any high-end maternity consignment shops in your area?

AfterAll · May 2009

I second ON and Target. Old Navy even has good non maternity clothes that will fit while pregnant.

ncgirl1 · May 2009

All these are great ideas, but not everyone can fit into these brands. I was a size zero before getting pregnant and ON and Target are XS are HUGE still and I am in my 3rd trimester. I had to spend a small fortune on designer labels such as Maternal America. These lines are GREAT and made so well I can still wear them long after being pregnant. Another positive is that the designer labels are made MUCH better and I don't look very pregnant. I am all for cheap things-- I love Kohls, but it my case I grew out of their shirts very quickly and things shrunk despite hanging them up etc..

WildHorseFeathers · May 2009

Honestly hit the clerance racks at motherhood maternity, traget has some good choices, and belive it or not burlington coat factory has a great selection at rock bottom prices!

AmandaHearn · May 2009

I have a couple things from previous pregnancies that will work, but I'm going to have to buy almost all new (the other two were winter pregnancies).

Anyhow. The styles right now really lend themselves to being used for maternity wear. I've been buying cute tops randomly when I spot something. All non-maternity, but they'll work great. A lot cheaper and MANY more choices. I've found about 5 so far, nothing over $15. I love a good bargain

I did have to buy maternity capris and I'll probably break down and buy a few more pairs of pants/shorts/capris when the time comes. For now my bella band is working for me

Kaytee1087 · May 2009

I have jeans from eBay and shirts from Express. Express isn't "maternity" but they style is long tunic shirts and leave room for growing, plus they'll be cute shirts after baby. I also bought some shirts from a teen resale shop recently. I have to say, the "in" styles of shirts, either baggy or extra long, seem to be very pregnant-friendly these days! IMO, anyway.

Amy Merryman · May 2009

Motherhood has nice things, and they last... BUT they are pricey unless you can find an excellent deal.

Burlington Coat Factory usually has nice things for low cost. Like a few others said, Target. But sometimes Target can be just as pricey as Motherhood. Another place to look would be JCPennys. They seem to be a bit more reasonable, with good quality.

2006bride* · May 2009

I have only bought a few items (jeans and pants) from actual maternity stores--Nordstrom and Gap Maternity.

I've been picking up maternity friendly clothes from Forever 21, TJ Maxx and Banana Republic sales (sometimes need to buy one size up). I hate most maternity stores and their cheaply made and over-priced ugly clothes!

Liquid7a · May 2009

Old navy does have some really cute stuff...but if you are the type to like to see how some things fit first go online and find a store near you that has them (not all do). Also target, though i have no gotten anything there i have heard of people who have.

NOVAMommy5 · May 2009

I've found eBay to be a great resource. I got Paige Premium jeans, brand new, for $70 (more than $100 less than retail) and also found some cute tops through sellers like The Fashionable Belly and Kiki's Fashions. (only their tops! The bottoms look cheap from what I can tell) Some of the stuff they have look WAY too young, but I've found 3 tops and one dress from them that are wonderful. My Mom bought me a few Motherhood tops for my first pregnancy, which was very kind of her, but they look way too old fashioned and frumpy to me. I did get some awesome mid belly capris from them online, though. Just have to wade through it all and find what works.

jasperbride · May 2009

HeyyRed:
LillyBug923:
HeyyRed:
LillyBug923:
HeyyRed:

LillyBug923:
Old navy
Clearly your definition of cute and my definition are VASTLY different.
Not the cutest out there, but I was sticking to budget friendly.
I don't think that budget friendly and cute can exist together when it comes to maternity clothes. At least not in my recent experience. I have had more luck with Banana Republic than anywhere else.
It is true! Either you spend the bucks or you look so-so while pregnant.
I'm about to have to invest. Like tomorrow. I'm thinking Diane Von Furstenberg.

where can you get DVF maternity? I found a couple tops online at A Pea in the Pod, but haven't had any other luck. TIA!

HerHighness · May 2009

Ive bought alot of really cute maternity things on ebay for so cheap! Im talking Ann Taylor, Gap, Mimi Maternity and motherhood stuff with the tags still on for less than 1/2 the cost! I got a darling gap causal top yesterday for $5 shipped. Its perfect to wear on the boat this summer

Chetney090608 · May 2009

i say good will and craigslist...and all the sale racks...to me old navy is exspensive and so is target haha so im real cheap i guess

jmubride2 · May 2009

Ann Taylor Loft Maternity is coming back in june! They are selling everything online and I can't wait. I'm going to end up needing and early preg and post preg wardrobe and a late preg wardrobe. I'm going to be huge by the end :-(