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Maternity Clothing Blues...for tiny women

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in March 2016 Moms
So I've been searching and hunting, and getting more depressed by the moment!

I'm 5'1", with a 30.5" bust, and an every growing waist now :) (my waist used to be a 24")

Every single department store, maternity site, etc that I've looked at online and in stores caters to 32+ busts, and I'm assuming much taller individuals than I am, with broader shoulders.

All I want is something pretty to wear for the holidays, and feel even remotely attractive again.

I'm tired of wearing my 6'3" husband's long sleeved shirts daily, and looking so frumpy. 

I've tried every maternity store that I can find, and department store.  I've even looked at some of the Asian lady sites, but unless I want to look like a baby doll, there isn't much luck there either.
I'm used to vintage looks (1930s- 1950s), classic and elegant, or modern and sleek. I would like to find things I don't have to alter, because my job is a costumer, and I don't have the time to sew for myself because of my work schedule. Nor, do I have the funds to pay an exorbitant amount of money to buy something, or have it altered for me.

Does anyone know of any sites/ stores in VA, that I could try out? I'm at my wits end.
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  • ammnam14ammnam14 member
    Lurking..

    I'm on the smaller side and have gotten away with just buying regular clothes one size up. The maternity clothes I did purchase didn't fit right.
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  • 2goofykids2goofykids member
    edited December 2015
    So, while they don't have a maternity section per se, I absolutely adore ModCloth. They have a function where you can actually search for clothes based on your height and measurements! Their style is definitely vintage, and soooo cute. There are photo reviews on the site, and even representatives you can talk to over chat if you have questions about specific items. They usually have some coupons and shipping deals too! Definitely check it out.
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  • emjeveemjeve member
    I'm 5'1ish as well and really struggled with dresses being way too long and shoulders falling off. I bought two dresses off Asos.com recently and both fit great! Unfortunate you can't try them on before you buy, but they do free shipping on returns!


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  • JLaVO888JLaVO888 member
    Try to find regular clothes that can "adapt" to being maternity clothes:
    Dresses with empire waists
    Sweater dresses that have a nice stretchy material
    Baby doll style shirts

    You can also add a thin belt just above your bump paired with a long loose button up shirt and leggings
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  • soxfan9968soxfan9968 member
    I don't think I'm "tiny" but I am on the short and smaller side. Maternity pants are too big for me so I've opted for leggings (regular, a size up) and tunics or cotton stretchy dresses that i've always had. My shift dresses don't fit over my bump anymore. I just wear my regular pants with a belly band if I need to wear pants and again a long stretchy shirt. As for your bra issue, most stores only carry 32 and up so why I you surprised? I have trouble finding 32's regularly let alone maternity bras.

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  • RoMama113RoMama113 member
    I'm normally a size small, but I've been having to buy extra small maternity clothes. I'm sorry there are not more options for the tiny women! I have found that old navy/gap maternity clothes have slimmer shoulders. Also I've had a lot of luck with Pink Blush online. Other than that, just try to find non-maternity clothes that stretch. Good luck!
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  • jstanton0822jstanton0822 member
    I thought I was literally going to have to wear yoga pants for the rest of the pregnancy. I was completely unable to find reasonably priced extra small jeans for tall people.
    Then I got lucky and baby move up out of the way and my regular jeans fit again. So weird.
    It probably won't last long, but I'm living it up while I can. Then back to yoga pants when I have to. Or Pjs......I give up!
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  • jenniferamcooperjenniferamcooper member
    I second asos, I've gotten all my mat dresses from them! They have a range of sizes 0-18 I think but just remember they're UK sizing.
    They have some GREAT sales, I recently purchased 2 dresses and a fancy blouse for work for $50 taxes and shipping (which I think was free) in. Great deals.
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  • klgiles12klgiles12 member
    I also recommend ASOS, and also H&M Mama, and I had really good luck finding pieces at The Limited that are non-maternity but totally work. For example they have dress pants that are stretchy, and I bought 4 pairs when they were 50% off. I've been wearing a lot of their tees in Tall size XS under blazers and cardigans, because they then fit everywhere but are also long enough to cover bump. 

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  • shelbibrooke82shelbibrooke82 member

    Old Navy has all lengths in pants and their shirts start at an XS the only difference in their maternity is the belly area..so same size you'd always wear just with a bigger belly area!!

    As far as bra's I just use Victoria Secret still...Hope you find some cute clothes!!

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  • herfst80herfst80 member
    It's already said but wanted to let you know that Asos has really nice things! My favorite (babydoll denim) dress is from there.
    Also i bought some dresses from H&M regular, even in my own size. These ones are elastic and still fit me. Don't know if it's your style but i wear them with a big cardigan and sneakers for a more sporty look and with a sleak cardigan and heeled boots for a more dressed up look. https://m.hm.com/nl/product/32422?article=32422-B
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