What I Wore: The Maternity Finale

As I wrote two weeks ago, I'm officially done buying maternity clothes. With five weeks to go (and yes, I am counting every damn day), what you see is what you get. Which at the office means they basically see the same outfits every week. Of the four things I got in my last ASOS order, I kept just one. I figured this dress would work out since the style and fabric looked very similar to this dress I bought early on in my pregnancy. And, it did.

Paired with a white denim jacket (Old Navy, non-maternity), a pair of wedges, and two Angela Caputi bracelets, I didn't feel half bad. With summer in full swing here, I know I'll be getting at least another three or four wears out of this before baby McB arrives.

What I Wore: Maternity Layering

I know, it's been a while. "What I Wore" posts just aren't the same when you're wearing the SAME THING day aftery day. Up until last week the weather in D.C. was unseasonably cold and rainy...while the rest of the world was upset, it was music to this pregnant person's ears. Enter some good old-fashioned layering. A long vest or cape, a slimming pair of pants, a button down shirt (the blue one is borrowed from Dr. B (#maternityprotip) and a bump-defining belt...and you're in business (and comfortable at that). 

Once the bump makes its appearance, there's definitely sartorial benefits to defining it. And while I was somewhat slow to do that in the beginning, there's no way around it now (no pun intended). With seven weeks less, I put in one last clothing order to ASOS. Otherwise, I'm making due with what I've got. Here's what's on its way to me as I type...stay tuned for the winners.

Belted Bell Sleeve Wrap Top

Midi Dress in Floral Print

Knot Side Midi Bodycon Dress

Ruffle Neck and Peplum Midi Scuba Dress

Showered With Love

With 11 weeks to go before baby McB arrives, my mom, sister, and the mini fashionista were so sweet and threw me the most special baby shower. AND, to top it off, five of my college friends from the Northwest, an old friend from Sun Valley that lives in California, two friends from Boston, and my mother-in-law and sisters-in-law from New York all came to town. Baby McB is already so loved and she hasn't even arrived yet!

With the "out of towners" we got in some touring and a really fun dinner at Fig & Olive at City Center (my go-to these days) before the big party on Saturday.



The shower was a brunch and they had Point Chaud come and make all-you-can-eat sweet and savory crepes. I need to find another excuse to throw a party, as they were a HUGE hit. Crazy delicious and really easy for people to eat. 

I feel so lucky to have such amazing family and friends to welcome our little girl into the world. With family so far away, I know we'll be leaning on our DC network as we make our way through parenthood.  

 

And, while there are only select sizes left, here's the ASOS dress I wore to the shower. I love everything about this dress...the sleeves, the cut, the stripes...and that says a lot because overall I'm pretty medium on maternity clothes. 

What I Wore: Maternity Update

About 10 days ago this little baby turned from an awkward spare tire to a full on bump...project camouflage has become embrace basketball. So yesterday with abnormally warm temps in D.C. I broke out a dress I bought at ASOS months ago. You know we're big fans of ASOS here at C & C...and so far my two favorite maternity dresses have come from there. This is going to get some heavy use in the next 12 weeks before baby McB arrives.

Unfortunately I bought it so long ago it is sold out, but here are a few other floral ASOS options that are pretty darn cute. 

Bonded Skater Dress

 

Wiggle Dress





Midi Dress



And for those that aren't pregnant, please shop some of the non-maternity options for me - and have a glass of wine or two as well while you're at it.

Pencil Scuba Midi Dress

Mix & Match Midi Skater Dress



Lime Floral Bandeau Midi




What I Wore: Kiki Lynn Caftan

As you might have seen on instagram, last week we took our #zikafreeholiday (aka baby moon)..our last big hurrah alone before baby McB arrives in July. We were supposed to go to Baja, but if you've seen the news you know why we switched to California instead (hence the hashtag). More to come on that later, since these are ON SALE right now, I thought I'd post my most-worn garment of the trip - the Kiki Lynn Amy Caftan (excuse the bad photo). 

I wore this to and from the pool, on our drive from Laguna to Palm Springs and to grab lunch. This is going to be a pregnancy and post-pregnancy staple for me this summer. And in a range of colors, you really can't go wrong. Pink for the pool, black for travel, navy for weekends and olive green for coffee with friends...if you need ideas. And at this price, you really can't go wrong (think cost per wear). The navy is next on my list as I'm pretty sure I can't get through summer with just one of these babies.

21 Bundles

Special deliveries come in all shapes and sizes, and the latest special delivery to land on your doorstep could be from 21 Bundles. 21 Bundles is a monthly subscription box that delivers natural products tailored to the specific month of a woman's pregnancy or a new babies life

Here's how it works.

You tell them how far along you are or your baby's age.

 Then they build a bundle of products (all natural) tailored to that stage.

 And each month for $39.99 the bundle is delivered to your door.

What does the bundle look like?

So, what's inside?

It's Birchbox for babies! I wish this was around when the Mini Fashionista was born!

Has anyone tried it?

Dressing for Two

One of my dearest friends is expecting her first child this summer, a boy! So exciting! I will be co-hosting a shower for her in June and cannot wait! Before I start thinking about what I will wear to the shower, I thought I would find some fun options for her....for the shower and a few for everyday wear! 

She is going to LOVE this dress from ASOS as navy and white stripes are her most favorite combination. For only $44.76 she better jump on this ASAP! 

I think she would also really like this striped dress from A Pea in the Pod. She could also wear it to work with a black blazer! Another great price at only $59.99.

I know she would really like the shape of this dress. Too bad it isn't offered in more summery colors.  And again, a great price at only $42.97!

Prego pants are either a hit or miss. These cargo pants could be really cute. They are on sale for $19.99, so they are definitely worth trying! And a quick side note, does anyone else think there is no way the model in this photo is actually pregnant?

White jeans are a summer staple. These are from the Loved by Heidi Klum collection and would be a great addition to her wardrobe. She could even wear them to the shower with a cute top and some fun espadrilles! 

Baby on Board

It's been nearly 3 1/2 months since I said good-bye to the maternity clothes (I am trying to erase the paneled pants from my memory), but since I know a good number of our readers have babies on board, I thought I would share with you the fantastic line of maternity clothes from Asos. Their prices are great, and the clothes are surprisingly chic. Here are a few of my favorites. I would have definitely purchased the tunic and the blue jeans had I been pregnant during the summer. 

French Connection Silk Ruffle Dress $189.63

Cut-Work Detail Tunic $60.34

Triple Collar Waterfall Blouse $51.72

Bright blue maternity jeans $51.62