Where to Shop for Maternity Clothes in the Twin Cities
Shopping for maternity clothes can be frustrating. You don’t want to invest a lot of money in things you may only wear for a short period of time, but you also want to be comfortable and look stylish! It is so important to feel your best while you are pregnant and being able to wear something that is both comfortable and makes you look good and helps you feel good, too! I put together this post to help you find fun and practical ways to shop for maternity clothes in the Twin Cities.
Shopping Local for Maternity Wear
Bellies to Babies is by far the best location to find everything maternity as well as a good selection of baby clothes and items. They are located at 8833 Jefferson Highway, Osseo, MN 55369. This amazing shop is a maternity clothing consignment shop filled with designer brands for a great price. There is really no other place like it in the Twin Cities. Better yet, when you are finished wearing your clothes, you can bring them in and sell them immediately and receive payment that day! All clothing is gently used and 70% less than retail prices. They also have inclusive sizing from XS to 3XL and baby clothes from preemie to 2T. The shop has everything you need and even includes a nursing section with with nursing tops, dresses and pajamas. There are large dressing rooms and even a private space to nurse your child. This is by far the smartest place to buy maternity clothing in the Twin Cities as well as the most convenient and fun! If you have a special occasion like a wedding or a formal event to attend, they even have dresses to rent! Convenient, affordable, and stylish!
Speaking of Consignment Shops. one other local consignment shop that also carries maternity clothing is Clothes Mentor. This shop is great because they have locations across the metro and you can also shop online. Metro locations such as Minnetonka, Maple Grove, Eden Prairie, Coon Rapids, Burnsville, and Woodbury carry a vast array of designer clothing at amazing prices! Although you will find the most selection in-store, the on-line store allows you to find items from the comfort of home.
Best Online Shops for Maternity Clothing
If you are like me, you love to sit on the couch at night and shop while watching TV! A bad habit, maybe, but also convenient and fun, especially in those early days of pregnancy when you may be feeling tired and lethargic! Here are some of my favorite places to shop for maternity clothes online.
Practical Maternity Clothes
My favorite places to shop for comfortable and cozy maternity wear are Destination Maternity, Old Navy, H&M, and of course Target. From tank tops, shorts, comfy pants, to cute and comfortable dresses, these shops can’t be beat. Many items are under $30 which is great for your budget, too! All of these outfits were from these stores and were all under $45. Comfortable, stylish, and won’t break the bank! I also love these items because you could easily wear them after baby is born and no one would know they are maternity clothes. Perfect!
Special Occasion Maternity Clothes
What if you have a wedding to attend or just want to purchase something a little fancier? My favorite online shop for this would be Baltic Born. The beauty of Baltic Born dresses is that many of their normal wear dresses are “bump friendly.” This means they can be easily worn while pregnant and when you are not and the dress will still look great! I love these dresses for post-pardum as well because they are often easy to nurse in. As a result, you can feel confident going to that wedding when baby is just a couple months old and you will feel confident and stylish!
For upscale maternity shopping, definitely do some online shopping at A Pea in the Pod. Although they used to have stores, they are mainly online now, but you can find their brand at shops like Macy’s as well.
Best Place for Maternity Clothing for a Photo Shoot
I have a client wardrobe that can’t be beat as a complimentary part of all of my maternity photo sessions. Before her session, a client receives styling for herself and her entire family and is then sent a link to my client wardrobe from which she is able to select the dresses she loves. My vast array of specialty dresses range in size from XS to 3X and have been curated to work well for women as a maternity dress, newborn, or family photo dress. What are my sources for maternity dresses? My most popular and favorite is from a designer called We are Reclamation. These dresses are incredibly high quality and are designed to fit multiple sizes. That’s right, they are adjustable, and one dress can fit anywhere from Small-XXL. For a more simple look, I also have dresses from Baltic Born which can’t be beat for style and comfort.
A simple white dress which beautifully highlights her baby bump, but has good length and flow for added beauty and comfort.
What are the best attributes for a dress for a maternity photo shoot? Avoid dresses which are fitted and cling to the body! Yes, we want to see that baby bump, but during our session we want to be able to move freely and sit comfortably. Also, if it is a hot summer evening, you will want a dress that does not cling to your body but allows for air flow and easy movement. Long dresses with a bit of flow not only allow for visual interest in your photographs, but are also more comfortable and flattering.
Looking for the best places to buy beautiful, comfortable, and stylish maternity clothing in the Twin Cities or from your computer, doesn’t have to be a daunting task or one that is impractical! There are many creative and practical ways to dress while your pregnant while also allowing your self to feel stylish and beautiful! A combination of in-person and online shopping as well as looking for a photographer like me who provides you with a photo ready outfit can make this time in your life incredibly special!
If you would like more information on my styling and maternity photo session services, contact me and we can plan a beautiful session together which allows you to celebrate this time in your life in a way which is relaxing, effortless, and beautiful!
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Where do you like to find maternity clothes? Share your ideas and let me know! I would love to share with others!