Stay Stylish While Pregnant

Maternity wear has come a long way. Gone are the dowdy, matronly outfits. Nowadays, maternity fashion has become a booming business, and designer brands like Esprit—and even celebrities, such as Jessica Simpson—have come out with their own maternity line. With this array of choices, pregnant women have no excuse to make it on Fashion Police. And yet many of them still do (paging Kim Kardashian!). Ideally, first-time moms don’t “show” until they’re in their second trimester. Many women find key pieces in their wardrobe that still fit them, such as blouson tops with empire waists, or kimono sleeved shirts. If you’ve got a bun on the oven, read on for these tips on how to still stay fashionable. By Maui V. Reyes for Yahoo! Southeast Asia