BABY BUMP FASHION
Just some pictures of my pregnant self (some without the bump) and some very obvious bumpy ones... No particular weekly order, just whatever I could find on my phone.
The Early Days...
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| Outfit Edit: Top by Manning Cartell, Skirt by Cameo The Label, Shoes by Tony Bianco and Bag by Alexander Wang. |
This picture was taken at a hotel in Canberra for my cousins birthday (during Floriade). I was deathly sick but still managed a mirror shot. I realised the hard way that I was slightly overdressed for Canberra...so when the sun set and we ventured off to Floriade at night, I swapped the heels for thongs, the skirt for a pair of sexy pink trackies and the flimsy top for a nice over-size hooded jumper. Totally rocked the look.
Fell in love with this white skirt from Zara (purchased in Canberra). Almost cried when I saw the price tag (only $50!) This was the first (and last) time I wore it. It might be one of the first items I get back into once the baby weight comes off (if it ever does).
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| Outfit Edit: Prada bag, Shoes by Zara and Dress by Dion Lee. |
Decided to wear this number out to dinner at Soyko (The Star) when I was roughly 21/22 weeks pregnant. Was fun salivating over all the delicious Japanese food...that I could not eat. I have already requested that hubby goes on a sushi run to my favourite Japanese restaurant (Fat Panda in Canley Heights) while I am hospital and bring back some sushi for me. Mmmmmm... Can I have a glass of wine with that???
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| Outfit Edit: Dress by Scanlan & Theodore |
Here, at around 21/22 weeks pregnant. Baby bump starting to protrude. This dress was super comfortable and accommodated the growing bump wonderfully.
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| Outfit Edit: Dress by Sass & Bide |
Got this dress made in Thailand roughly 2.5 years ago and was stoked to find it was bump-friendly for a wedding that I attended around 23 weeks pregnant. I'm not sure why I chose the colour yellow. Definitely not a colour I would usually buy, let alone request to get made in.
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| Outfit Edit: Dress by Staple the Label |
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| Outfit Edit: Dress by Uscari |
Here, at around 27 weeks pregnant. I was craving the famous snapper pie from The Boathouse and thought I'd conveniently inform husband that I'd like to take him out for his 31st birthday. Of course, he saw right through it, but agreed to take me anyway!
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The great thing about gaining weight in pregnancy (yes, there's an upside!)is that you get to fit all the clothes you buy slightly too big and tell yourself you'll alter. Well, this dress falls into that category. I'm not sure I'll ever want to get back into this dress again though. While it looks super dreamy and comfortable, the reality is it was far from practical. I had to hold on to the bottom for dear life every time I got up to go the toilet (plenty of that). I'm pretty sure there were some onlookers inside the restaurant thinking "Stupid pregnant girl..."
Lesson learned.
While I absolutely LOVE leggings, I am afraid I might never want to look at another one for a very, very long time after I give birth. I am currently living in a pair every second day or so. Not as fancy as these, but leggings nonetheless. SO OVER THEM.
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| Outfit Edit: Dress by Alice McCall |
Off to dinner with my sisters around 29 weeks pregnant wearing this patterned Alice McCall dress.I have definitely found figure-hugging dresses way more comfortable (obviously ones that stretch to your stomach and not ones you force yourself into). Mum is constantly on my back though, giving me an earful about how I should dress for comfort, that my dresses are too tight, who am I trying to impress...
She could go on forever (love her to bits though!)
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| Outfit Edit: Dress by Shakuhachi & Vintage clutch |
Here, at the Intercontinental in the city on a relaxing weekend with my cousin Linda. She spoiled my pregnant self to two nights at the lavish hotel. Of course I couldn't go without a shot in the lift (when no one's there!)
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| Outfit Edit: Dress by Alice McCall, Sunnies by D&G and Bag by A Wang |
I had brunch in Bronte with my cousin and sister before we went on a hair trial for my sisters wedding. As we walked around I found this beautiful door and requested a photo. I really am a sucker for all things wrought iron. LOVE.
This dress was one of my first purchases from Alice McCall. I fell in love with the print, which is funny as I don't consider myself much of a print person at all. I spent a frantic morning running around in my wardrobe trying to find a dress that could accommodate my 30/31 week belly. A massive sigh of relief when I put it on and it fit. YAY! Then I toyed with the idea of wearing kitten heels but decided to destroy this dress with a good ole pair of thongs.
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| Outfit Edit: Sass & Bide Jacket, Target leggings & Cotton On tank |
It's nice to disappear in all black every now and again. Especially when you feel super pregnant. Here, at 33/34 weeks.
I know I look a bit like a sand stoned building here, but I don't mind. Another dress I rejoiced over whilst pregnant. It was always a tad bit awkward on me when I was bump-free (to belt or not to was a dilemma I had- third world problems, I know).
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| Dress by Willow & Choker by Nicholas |
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| Outfit Edit: Dress by Sass & Bide |
If you haven't already noticed, I am a massive fan of Sass & Bide. I made a first purchase a few years back and I haven't looked back. It's definitely been a love affair (and an expensive one as well). I love original and crazy pieces, and this dress is no exception. The shoulder detail is to die for, though wearing it is somewhat tiring because everyone has something to say about it ("Whoah, what's that??" "You look dangerous!" "Does it hurt???") and of course, everyone wants to touch you.
Here it is, my echidna-like shoulder detail.
My baby bump at 39 weeks and 3 days. I gave birth four days later!
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| Outfit Edit: Dress by Nicola Finetti |
Here, at around 38 weeks looking super glam (not). I was trying on dresses for my sisters wedding. This one was the winner. Please ignore the clutter.
P.S. Cocoa Butter did not work on me. My battle scars (stretch marks) appeared overnight (happy days!)
Up close of my dress.
So there it is. The more glamorous side of my pregnancy. Believe me when I say those days were VERY rare. I lived in leggings on most days and wore the same outfit for days in a row. If I could drape myself in a blanket and walk out of the door I would have. Unfortunately I never found a blanket that was stylish enough.
Ha ha!
Unless, money grew on trees and I could afford this bad boy...
Please watch this space. Now that I'm home with bub and no longer wrestling morning sickness and crazy weird cravings, I will find time once a week to blog. Promise!
whoYen
xox
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