Early pregnancy style: Alyson Hannigan
November 15, 2008
Every mom-to-be is sure to have her maternity wardrobe packed with empire-waist tops — and actress Alyson Hannigan is no exception.
“Right now, I’m just wearing an empire waist — anything to disguise the little tummy,” the How I Met Your Mother star told USMagazine.com at the 15th Annual Lint Roller Party in Hollywood. “Pea in the Pod sent me my first maternity top!”
Due this spring, Hannigan has started stocking up on maternity and baby essentials, including an organic sling.
Are you wondering when you will start to show? Find out what determines when you will look pregnant.
When should you buy maternity clothes? As soon as you find out you are pregnant or when you are starting to outgrow you pre-pregnancy clothes? Find out here.
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Kimberly Williams-Paisley at the CMA
November 15, 2008
Actress Kimberly Williams Paisley shows off her bump in a flowing, maroon halter dress at the Country Music Awards. Kimberly and her husband, country singer Brad Paisley, are expecting their second child this spring. Their son, Huck, is 21 months old.
After winning the award for Best Male Vocalist, Paisley went into the audience and kissed her baby bump.
“Kimberly and I were both talking about how special that will be for our child to grow up someday and see that tape when I kissed her belly. He or she – we don’t know what it is yet – will be the second child and they always have trouble feeling important. I didn’t do this with Huck – so they’ve got one on him.” Say it with me: Awwwww…..how cute!
Pregnancy Fashion tip: When wearing a long, flowing dress, ensure the dress is sized appropriately for your shape. If the dress is too big, your body will be overhwhelmed with fabric making you appear larger than you really are.
Steal her look: Bahar Soomekh
November 15, 2008
Actress Bahar Soomekh poses in a silk green evening gown at the 18th Annual Enviornmental Media Awards in California.
The Crash actress is not only wearing green, but plans on living her life green, as well!
The 31-year-old mom-to-be is wearing A Pea in the Pod’s ABS Collection Sleeveless Empire Seam Maternity Dress ($495) in Evergreen Ombre. The silk fabric, beautiful tie at the empire waist and flattering neckline makes this the perfect dress for that special occassion.
Do you love long, elegant look of this dress, but are balking at the high price tag? The ABS Collection Sleeveless Ruched Maternity Dress (on sale for $149) gives you the same long elegant look and unique neckline at a fraction of the price.
How to buy a corduroy maternity skirt
November 11, 2008
As Jennifer Garner shows here, you can indeed wear a corduroy skirt when you are expecting — you just need to know what to look for so you can look stylish and be comfortable.
Look for corduroy that has a touch of spandex to give it some stretch, like the Olian Corduroy Pencil Skirt from Zappos.com. After all, the last thing you need is a skirt that makes you waddle even more!
Depending on what you prefer, you can find a skirt with the type of panel (full panel, mid-panel or under-the-belly panel) that is most comfortable for you. Garner’s skirt features the under-the-belly panel.
You should also consider length. I have found that a skirt that is shorter than knee-height tends to leave an expecting mama feeling overexposed. The only exception to that rule is if you pair the skirt with leggings to give you some extra coverage. Corduroy has enough texture that pairing it with leggings is a bit much, so stick to buying a skirt that is at least knee-height.
Find out where you can get a long black skirt like Ashlee Simpson.
Rebecca Romijn talks pregnancy cleavage
November 10, 2008
Pregnant actress Rebecca Romijn, seen here on the cover of Page Six Magazine, talks about dealing with her changing body, specifically her new cleavage. The Ugly Betty star is expecting twin girls in January with her husband, Jerry O’Connell.
“I can’t eat enough. My ankles are huge,” she confesses. “But I feel beautiful.”
The actress, who is expecting her first child — or in her case children — says she is ready to be a mother. “I’ve just surrendered to the fact that [parenting] will be the hardest thing I’ll ever do. I know my life will never be the same — but in the best way possible.”
What else has she surrendered to? Wearing a maternity bra 24/7. “I can’t move anymore…I’m a beached whale! I have not been without a bra this entire pregnancy. I refuse. I’m not taking any chances. I’m determined to keep the puppies up!”
Because many women notice breast tenderness and increased size by 8 weeks of pregnancy, a maternity bra is essential to feeling good throughout your pregnancy. Your new cleavage needs some extra support. Find out things to consider as well as tips to get ensure the perfect fit here.
Have you noticed more veins on your breasts and tummy since becoming pregnant? Find out what causes them.
Are underwire bras safe during pregnancy?
How to look stylish as a new mom
November 8, 2008
Now that you are a new-mom (or well on your way to becoming one) you may have to pack away your dry- clean-only pants and silk blouses for clothes that are more kid-friendly. Find out what to wear that will take you from mommy & me playdates to the playground in style.
As new-mom Nicole Richie so aptly put it: “I have to wear things that can be spit up on!” What covers spit up? Printed cotton tops and colorful dresses are two great additons to your new-mom wardrobe. Speaking from experience, spit-up really shows up on black tops so them at home until your baby is past that stage.
You will be bending over frequently to get him in/out of the stroller and car seat, so wear a top that you don’t have to worry about gaping open revealing your bra underneath. Layering a tight black tank underneath your shirt is a great way to give you some coverage.
Forget about wearing short skirts — you need to wear clothes that you can sit on the floor in comfortable. Opt for cropped pants, long skirts or comfortable jeans.
What is your favorite new-mom outfit?
Pregnancy style tip: Make your eyes pop
November 8, 2008
Are you feeling anything but glamorous now that your belly has grown to the point where you can’t see your feet? Why not throw on your favorite maternity wrap dress, slip on your favorite pair of sassy flats and look red-carpet ready by making your eyes the focus of your face by applying fake eyelashes.
Applying fake lashes can be a snap if you know how to do it. Follow these tips from celebrity makeup artist Pati Dubroff, (who has worked on Jennifer Aniston and Kate Bosworth) as told to InStyle magazine:
1. Use short, indivicual lashes rather than full strips — they look much more realistic.
2. Instead of attaching them at the outer corners, open up your eyes even more by placing the lash clusters in the center of the top lids.
3. Apply two coats of masacara, then glue on the faux lashes one at a time. “Don’t curl them afterward, or there’s a chance they’ll break off.”
She recommends Ardell Duralash individual lashes ($4) from Ulta.
Copy her look: Naomi Watts
November 4, 2008
Naomi Watts is often seen shopping in New York decked out in stylish maternity threads. Her trademark look has been leggings, a bump-hugging top, a hip scarf and jacket and often topped off with a hat.
Watts has been seen wearing the A Pea in the Pod Button Front Maternity Jacket (on sale from $325 to $229). This classic cotton blend jacket features a tailored cut that can be paired with leggings, pants a skirt or jeans.
Are you looking for hip coats that will grow with you? Click here to find out stylish options, including sweater coats, peacoats and swing jackets.
Another great option to keep you warm this winter is the tie-front cardigan. Click here to check out two options, one if you are splurging and one if you are looking to save.
Angie Harmon baby shower details
November 4, 2008
Actress Angie Harmon, who is expecting her 3rd child in March, was thrown a candy-themed baby shower in Los Angeles, reports People.com.
The decorations: The baby bash was thrown at Harmon’s friend’s house. Jamie Tish had her house decked out with candy, a Sweet Lady Jane cake and champagne.
Who was there: 30 guests including Amber Valletta, Garcelle Beauvais-Nilon, Holly Robinson Peete, Meredith Salenger, Lori Loughlin, Julie Moran and Ming Na and a surprise appearance from her husband, Jason.
Harmon and her hosts all gave speeches at her shower. “It was very sweet and touching,” a guests reveals.
The mom-to-be received an Angel Dear Dalmation Puppy Blanket and two My Blankee blankets from Bel Bambini, courtesy of Rebecca Romijn. Amber Valletta gifted Harmon with Bebe Au Lait Hooter Hiders in Hot Dots from Bel Bambini.
No word yet on what Harmon wore to her baby shower (the picture shown is from the Elle magazine event), but I will post that info as soon as I get it.
Ashlee Simpson baby shower details
November 2, 2008
Ashlee Simpson celebrated the upcoming birth of her first child by having a Winnie the Pooh-themed baby shower yesterday. Simpson and her husband, Fall Out Boy Pete Wentz, are expecting their child any day now.
Ashlee Simpson Winnie-the Pooh baby shower details
Where: Bel-Air Hotel’s Palm Room
Who was there: 40 guests, including host Jessica Simpson and her mom, Tina
Decorations: “The room was decorated with yellow and orange roses,” a guests reports.
What they ate: Crabcakes, jicama salad with grapefruit, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and a bumble bee-shaped cake
Party gifts: “Guests were given jars of honey with custom-made labels that said ‘Baby Wentz’ and ‘Thank you for celebrating my life” on them,” a guest reports. “The girls were also given bracelets that had a big bumble bee on them.”
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