How to Save Money on Your Maternity Wardrobe

09 May 2016

Being pregnant is truly a blessing, even though it can be annoying and exhausting at times. This is the time when you spend hours doing research about what is best for you and your baby, and prepare your living space for an additional family member. Being a mom makes it a priority to stay healthy for the sake of you and your baby, but you also want to look good. Modern moms-to-be like to stay true to their unique style, and luckily this has never been easier.

Do I Have to Change My Style?

Remember seeing in the movies pregnant women dressed in what looked a flowy tent? This is because baby bumps were considered unattractive and women felt like they had to hide themselves until they get their pre-pregnancy bodies back. Luckily, those days are way behind us, and women all over the world are showing of their growing bellies and look amazing.

You know that you will not be able to wear all of your clothes, but when going out to buy something new, choose items that wrap around your middle, since these will look stylish and will not restrict your movements. If you feel like hiding your stomach a bit, choose darker colors like navy or black because these will make you look slimmer.

Layer Up!

Listen, the more fabric, the less flattering it will look on you, so try to find a middle ground somewhere. The best decision is to layer up since you can choose the items and combine them to get the best look. All those lovely open-fronted cardigans and stylish denim or leather jackets can be worn over tunics, dresses, and jeans, and not only will they keep you warm but you can choose to wear ones in pastels or adorable prints which will show your sense of style and trends, but will still be wonderfully comfortable.

The best thing is that you won’t have to go out buying new clothes, you can wear your old items and simply leave them open in the front. Remember, you will not be able to imagine life without your comfy maternity jeans, so choose them carefully.

Thrift Stores? By All Means Yes!

You are not going to be pregnant forever (thank God), so the clothes that you choose to wear n those months you will probably not wear later on. Instead of going out shopping and spending hundreds of dollars on clothes you will only wear for a few brief months. Try finding good maternity clothes on websites like eBay and swap.com; women who sell their maternity clothes probably didn’t wear them for a very long time and certainly don’t need them anymore. What you can do after childbirth is to collect all of your maternity clothes and simply give it to someone who needs it, or sells them to a thrift shop. This way you will not only be earning a few extra bucks, but you will allow someone in need to save a few as well.

It is difficult not to compare yourself to so many celebrity moms and their perfect pregnancy and post-pregnancy bodies, but keep in mind that all of them have teams of experts to help them stay fit and get back in shape. What is important is to stay healthy and be comfortable, because your baby feels good when you feel good. Luckily, ‘comfortable’ does not exclude ‘stylish’, so go ahead experiment, and don’t hesitate to show off your lovely baby bump.

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Lucia Patterson is the woman behind TheLegalGuides, a blog solely focused on legal guides, tips, and advice. Lucia loves essay writing and blogs at EssayWritingGuides from her college days.

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Top 6 Formal Shoes Under $100

Formal shoes are going to be in every man’s wardrobe as they come in handy in many occasions- whether it is a wedding or just another day at the office. Good formal and designer shoes are often very costly and may not seem worth the money. That’s why a list of the top 6 formal shoes has been given below and all of them are under $100. Stacy Adams Men’s Atticus Oxford: Oxfords are shoes that are the most stylish while being very conservative in design. These specific Oxfords have a winged tip that looks like curvy wings stretching out from the tip on either side. Stacy Adams is the best place to get such shoes from, as they have been around since 1875 and have been rooted in American culture since then. Stacy Adams also aims to style you from head to toe and present quality products to any style from hip-hop to silky soul. They are also very lightly two-toned giving them a polished and sophisticated look. The Stacy Adams Men’s Atticus Oxford is made of 100% leather and has a synthetic sole. They are available in two variants of black and white and cognac. These shoes are priced between $30 and $90. They are sold at leading e-commerce retailers such as Amazon, EBay and Zappos. In Amazon, these shoes have an excellent rating of 4.5 out of 5. Giorgio Brutini Men’s 17589: Giorgio Brutini is one of the most well-known names in making the finest footwear for men. They are known for producing quality products that are durable and are of superior quality. These slip-ons are one of their most prized shoes. Priced at $45 to $55 on Amazon, they offer one the cheapest yet stylish looking shoes. These shoes are available in a shiny black color. Made of the finest faux nubuck materials, these shoes are impeccably designed to exceed expectations. What’s more is that they are slip-ons and so you needn’t worry about tangles laces or look for the time to tie them in the first place. Say bye to loose, too tight and just disobedient laces with these jazzy slip-ons that have been crafted in a standout style. Looking good has never been so easy! Bruno Marc Men’s Prince Leather Lined Dress Oxford: Bruno Marc’s Oxfords are made in the classic colors and aim to give you an elegant look at any event. This is another variation of the classic Oxford. Everything about these shoes oozes old-world charm- from the lace-up design to the toe design to the non-skid outsole. It comes with a stylish perforated design near the heel. Available in 9 color variants- white, dark brown, all black, brown, etc…- this collection has something to offer for every occasion. Designed with careful precision in the USA, they are made in the classic brogue design. These shoes have a premium leather lining and also a comfortable latex cushioned footbed. The wooden heel is fashioned to be about 1” high. They are priced between $32 and $39 on Amazon. The highlighted feature is that these shoes are made of man-made faux leather material for those who are environmentally conscious. They are also available from Body shop and EBay. Dexter Men’s Archer Captoe Oxford: There are times when we just have to wear dress shoes to work where we’ll have to be on our feet for extended times. At these times, it is best to choose and wear shoes with a sturdy outsole and those that are durable. They must also not look worn out or lose their sheen after just a few hours of wear. The Dexter Men’s Archer Captoe Oxford satisfies all of these and more of your expectations. Built with a classical captoe design and a comfortable insole, these shoes are your perfect work buddy and won’t let you down in times of stress. They are available in a smooth black color that strikes a perfect balance between not being too shiny and being too boring. They are available at $35 to $ 39 on Payless and Amazon. The leather is completely man-made. The stacked heel and sturdy outsole provide the durability to the shoes. PhiFA Men’s Retro Style Genuine Leather Oxfords Casual Shoes: Brown shoes never go out of fashion; especially if they are the retro style ones. Maybe at first look, they seem like they can’t be worn to high-class events, but they really do come alive in so many other scenarios just short of weddings. PhiFA Men’s Retro Style Genuine Leather Oxfords Casual Shoes are made of 100% genuine leather and a comfortable rubber sole. The distressed leather makes the shoe more durable while also looking cool. They have an absolutely amazing detail on the classic wingtip, which makes them even more interesting. The rubber outsole is also built to be slip-resistant and non-marking. The laces are waxed so that they can be loose across the top of the lower foot and become tighter as they go up. Purchase them online by applying shoe promo code and save huge on your transactions. They are priced between $35 and $50. They are available on Amazon. Liberty Exotic Men's Crocodile/Lizard Print Oxford Hand-Picked PU Leather Stitched Lace-up Dress Shoes Exclusive Collection: What that really long title is trying to tell you is that if you though crocodile print is only for handbags, think again. These shoes empower you to look like you’re the alpha male of the pack while only you know you haven’t spent a fortune on them. These dress shoes have made their mark across the world in Europe, US, Middle East, and South East Asia. These shoes have been designed exclusively for enhanced visual appearance and sustained performance. They are available in 6 exotic colors of black, patent black, coral, beige, grey and navy. These stand-out colors add more sass to the print on the shoes. The 1-inch heels enable you to rest your ankles properly. They are available on Amazon between $39 to $49. These exclusive shoes are also available on We Shop and Desert Cart. Read Also: Dress For Success: 4 Tips To Look (And Feel) Like A Confident Man Features To Look For When Switching To Modern Shoe Fasteners

From Flint to Lasers – The Evolving Techniques of Hair Removal

I hate having to go through the painful waxing sessions for hair removal! There! I’ve expressed the sentiment that millions of women like me across the world feel every now and then when they look at themselves in the mirror after a shower. My significant other refuses to shave on weekends unless he has a formal event he has to go to. Watching him lounge around the house unconcerned about the two-day stubble, I’ve often wondered how social paradigms developed to the point where having a hairless face and skin became essential. I mean if nature didn’t intend us to have hair, we would have long eliminated the gene that gave us hair in the first place. Makes sense? So, here I was, complaining and mumbling under my breath as I went through my phone looking for the number of my salon. (If I want to look anywhere near presentable in a swimsuit, I would have to schedule an appointment.) Suddenly, it struck me. Who was this historical personality who invented hair removal anyway? I decided to get to the bottom of the issue. It was time to find out if hair removal is really an essential of fashion or plain, good old hygiene. So, I set about doing a bit of research into the issue. Hair Removal Has Been Around Since 30,000 BC (There go my hopes of ushering in a social revolution where hairy faces and bodies were completely acceptable.) As Livestrong says, people as far back as 30,000 BC used the sharp edge of flint to scrape off the hair from their scalps, faces, and bodies. At the time, it WAS a question of hygiene. No hair meant no lice, mites, and other infestations. I dug around a little more to find that everyone (including women) living in the warmer climates would shave off their scalp hair too. Then came a time in the Middle Ages when going hairless (bald?!) was the height of fashion. (I think I am quite happy I don’t live in those times.) The elite would remove all their hair (in the nether regions too) as a sign of quality. Think Romans and their statues and paintings of entirely hairless people. And, the court of Queen Elizabeth I where women removed their eyebrows and the hair on the front of their heads to show off high foreheads. (Phew!) Hair Removal Techniques Haven’t Evolved All That Much In fact, removing hair in those times was a lot more painful. My research showed that people mainly used tweezing to get rid of the fuzz. They’d use seashells as tweezers or pumice stones and metal blades to scrape hair. Egyptian women are credited with the art of threading. They were the first to use twisted strands to pluck hair in 60 BC. Apparently, they also invented sugaring which is very much like modern-day waxing. And, yes, hair removal creams were also used. Only, women used a solution of quicklime and arsenic to burn off the unwanted hair. (It’s scary to think about what that did to their skins.) Getting Back to the 21st Century Having grudgingly conceded that I would have to get that waxing session, after all, the next step was to explore my options. I mean, doesn’t science and technology have an answer to the problem of unwanted fuzz? (and, a painless one, too!) Look around and you’ll find that there IS one solution that the ancients didn’t have. It’s called removing hair with the help of lasers. But, the question still remains. Does laser hair removal hurt more than waxing? (Remember? We’re still stuck on the issue of pain here!) So, It’s Back to the Internet! I decided that it’s time to look for a more permanent solution (Given that I’m going to have to do this all through my life!). And, if lasers promised clean skin for good, it was worth a shot. Here’s everything I found out about the procedure. Some of the information is from the expert aestheticians who can perform the treatment on you and some other comes from hapless people like me. (If you’re looking for some authoritative details, check out the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory website.) Medscape says that laser hair removal came to be first used in the year 1998 when some guys, Dierickx, and associates first released a paper after conducting 2-year research on the technique. Since then, you can find a whole range of equipment that can help you with unwanted hair. Lasering is a solution that’s perfect for women with darker-colored hair. The deeper pigmentation seems to absorb the heat and directs it to the root. The heat effectively burns the root so that it cannot go back. In a fraction of a second! You’ll probably need about 6 to 8 sessions spaced at intervals of about 6 weeks each. Weigh that against a lifetime of waxing sessions and the cost in terms of dollars (and, the pain!) and you’ll find that lasering is much more economical. You won’t have to worry about ingrown hair with layering. The levels of pain depend on your tolerance and the thickness of the hair. To some extent, the area under treatment is also a factor. So, if you’re working the more delicate sections, it could hurt a little more. Many users have talked about feeling a rubber band twanging against the skin. You can prepare for the session by taking painkillers in advance and using topical numbing creams. Applying ice afterward also helps. Avoid caffeine on the day of the procedure and time it far out from your appointment with Aunt Flo. You’ll save on some of the sensitivity. You can expect that the treated area will look pink for a few days and since the hair will be falling out, you may have to exfoliate thoroughly. Some women have also talked about noticing a singed hair odor. Laser treatments can be of two different wavelengths and doctors choose the appropriate one according to the color and texture of your hair and skin. As you go through the sessions, your aestheticians may work out a combination for you. Avoid trimming the hair before your session for a week or so and the treatment will be much more effective. Lasering doesn’t take a lot of time. You can get the session done during your lunch break. Lasering is great for both and women. You’ll be wearing protective eyeglasses all through the session so you needn’t worry about any potential harmful effects. There you go - the results of my digging around for the perfect solution for unwanted fuzz. Come to think of it, humans have come quite a long way in their quest for the perfect hair removal solution. From flint and cuts and nicks to the permanent option of lasers! (Who knows, over the next few hundred centuries, we might just mutate into humans without the need for lasers too. Um, they aren’t entirely painless, you know!) To know more: 6 Stunning Long Hairstyles For Oval Faces

5 Perfect Fashion Clothing Choices for Petite Women

When it comes to fashion clothing for women, there is no dearth of choices. Be with western wear, ethnic wear, formal wear or casual wear, there are abundant choices a woman has. But when it comes to women western wear for petite women, who are slightly smaller is physique; it gets really hard to find a right dress. Though there are numerous dressing options, they don’t flatter different body portions perfectly. For those under 5’3”, the tops, as well as bottoms in normal sizes, look odd. Are you also one of them and bugged of adjusting with the oversized dresses? Aren’t online fashion boutiques helpful for you to get the stylish look you crave for? Let's know more. 5 Perfect Fashion Clothing Choices for Petite Women Here are 5 perfect fashion clothing choices for you to look gorgeous and stylish. The dressing options given below will also help you create the illusion of long height. 1. Maxi Dress There was a misconception that short women cannot adorn maxi dresses, but it has been falsified by many fashion bloggers. The well-cut maxi skirt can actually make you look taller. You just need to be careful with the selection of colors and length of your body. Solid versions that will create a long vertical line are the right pick for you to look beautiful in floor-grazing skirts. Team up the skirt with the fitted top and high heels underneath. 2. Wrap Dress If you are a great fan of women western wear, the wrap dress is a right choice for you to look stylish while covering the problem areas. The wrap dress is the best option for petite women having hourglass body shape. The dress allows you to highlight your assets and grab the attention of everyone around you. Buy a wrap dress in A-line or straight to get optimum results for your petite stature. 3. Denim Utility Suit or Jumpsuit You can effectively add a few fake inches by using the color technique. Create a vertical line by wearing a head-to-toe dress in the same color. Denim utility suit or designer jumpsuits for women are the best options for this strategy. This is not just an ultimate lazy-day dressing but also a chic and comfortable option to keep pace with the trend of the season. Pair the jumpsuit with simple flat sandals to let the dress do the talking. 4. Tube Paints This summer keep the jeans aside and make space for tube paints in your wardrobe. The form-fitting design of daisy print tube pants is super flattering option for petite women. You can add life to your shirts and give a glamorous transformation to an otherwise plain look. To create an illusion of taller height, buy daisy tube paints in ankle-grazer cut. 5. Go For Prints If you love to have fun, bright colored printed dresses are a must for your collection. Just make sure as a petite woman, you don’t buy large prints, as these can overwhelm your figure. Midi dress is a good choice for prints. Your summer collection will be incomplete without the floral midi dress and tunic tops. You can style it anywhere from casual outings to wedding parties and special summer occasions. Complete the look with designer earrings to make boys fall in love with you. Read More: Summer Shades And How To Wear Them Salwar Kameez Styles An Indian Bride Must Have In Her Wedding Trousseau Mens Can Now Have A Comfortable Winter Season

How to Save Money on Your Maternity Wardrobe

Do I Have to Change My Style?

Layer Up!

Thrift Stores? By All Means Yes!

5 Perfect Fashion Clothing Choices for Petite Women

Salwar Kameez Styles an Indian Bride

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