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Shopping: Maternity Chic For Summer

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Editor’s Note: Hooray—warmer weather is finally here in NYC! But what to do when you’re expecting and faced with the task of refitting your wardrobe to accommodate a growing bump as the weather turns from warm and breezy to hot and humid? Fret not! To help you navigate the top spring and summer trends—and keep your changing body looking and feeling stylish and comfortable—we turned to our friends Jessica Pallay and Kaity Velez, the founders and editors of the inspirational and informational website Well Rounded NY. From seasonal must-haves (think boho-chic swimwear and uber-hip jumpsuits) to solid basics that can transition from pregnancy to postpartum and nursing-wear, their fashion-forward picks are sure to give your maternity look the perfect sunshine-ready makeover!

To learn more about Well Rounded NY, visit wellroundedny.com!

  • Bathing Suit: Pea in the Pod Ruched Maternity Tankini Swimsuit

    Bathing Suit: Pea in the Pod Ruched Maternity Tankini Swimsuit

    Bathing suit season is hard enough to shop for, and when you add a changing body to the mix, it’s even harder. Invest in at least one flattering maternity bathing suit that makes you feel good about flaunting your new assets, like this fun tie-dye two-piece from Pea in the Pod. $88, apeainthepod.com
  • Cropped Sweater: Hanna Andersson Maternity Silk-Touched Wrap Sweater

    Cropped Sweater: Hanna Andersson Maternity Silk-Touched Wrap Sweater

    Layering is clutch when you’ve got pregnancy hormones, and this sweet wrap sweater from Hanna Andersson’s new maternity line will keep out the early spring chill. With its cropped length, it’s also super-flattering, offering a little definition to your growing bump. $98, hannaandersson.com
  • Jumpsuit: Hatch Collection Chloe Jumper

    Jumpsuit: Hatch Collection Chloe Jumper

    The jumpsuit has fast become a pregnancy style staple, and nobody does it better than Hatch Collection. We’re loving the spring update on this workhorse piece, with its off-the-shoulder ruffle, tapered leg, and flattering mid-calf length. $298, hatchcollection.com
  • Maxi Dress: Ingrid & Isabel Stripe Pleated Tank Maxi Dress

    Maxi Dress: Ingrid & Isabel Stripe Pleated Tank Maxi Dress

    We know you’re tempted to wear your pre-pregnancy maxi dress over your growing belly. But a maternity maxi fits and flatters in all the right places, especially when it’s made by the pregnancy experts at Ingrid & Isabel. $118, ingridandisabel.com
  • Leggings: boob design Once-On-Never-Off Leggings in Leo Print

    Leggings: boob design Once-On-Never-Off Leggings in Leo Print

    Even if you never considered yourself a “leggings girl,” you’ll find yourself reaching for this pregnancy staple time and time again. Refresh the leggings concept with this Leo print from boob design, made with a wide foldable panel that can be worn up with the bump, then folded down postpartum. $59, boobdesign.com
  • Maternity Jeans: DL1961 Emma Maternity Cropped Heath Jeans

    Maternity Jeans: DL1961 Emma Maternity Cropped Heath Jeans

     You can’t possibly underestimate the value of a great pair of maternity jeans. This on-trend distressed pair from DL1961 is the perfect pick for a breezy summer day, plus they’re comfortable and flattering to boot. $178, dl1961.com
  • Everything Dress: Rosie Pope Camille Dress

    Everything Dress: Rosie Pope Camille Dress

     Every pregnant gal should have an “everything dress” in her wardrobe: One she can dress up or dress down for just about any occasion. We love this light Rosie Pope number, which would look just as cute with sneakers and a jean jacket as it would with heels and fancy jewels. $168, rosiepope.com
  • Layering Tanks: Seraphine Secret Support Maternity Vest

    Layering Tanks: Seraphine Secret Support Maternity Vest

     We hate to break it to you, but it’s not just your belly that grows during pregnancy. Seraphine’s layering tanks are well worth the investment, with an inner support panel for your suddenly larger bust. They’re also super-soft and super-long, ensuring they’ll last your whole nine-month stretch. $45, seraphine.com
  • Nursing Transition Top: Loyal Hana Tara Shirt

    Nursing Transition Top: Loyal Hana Tara Shirt

    We know you’re thinking “pregnancy style” now, but if you’re planning to breastfeed, you should probably get a head start on your postpartum wardrobe. This lightweight eyelet blouse from Loyal Hana has easy and discreet nursing access so you can feel chic and comfortable while feeding baby. $98, loyalhana.com

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