During pregnancy, every woman’s body go through major changes. And these changes need to be embraced wisely. This is not a short spam of time but a whole 9 months of period. Women need to go out for work, family gatherings, social circle, traveling and so on. For this, wardrobe should also need to be upgraded. We can not neglect attire with other necessities during these 9 months and even later for nursing period.

We had a detailed fashion discussion with Anila Razzaq. Anila is a fashion designer serving the nation by her brand Florals & Bows for past 7 years. Let’s see what advises she has for moms to be in terms of style and fashion.

We all want to look and feel good at every stage of life. But during pregnancy, women usually leave their sense of style aside and grab few sizes bigger outfits. The reason is, there is almost no or very less brands offering meternity line in Pakistan. But it is high time to realize that our wardrobes also need an upgradation like we upgrade it for every season .

We will discuss every type of women need one by one. Firstly, we will talk about working women.

WORKING WOMEN:

Women who work obviously can’t sit back at home for whole pregnancy period. They need elegant clothing to cater their needs. For them, it is advised to wear most comfortable fabric with fine patterns that give a sleek look to the body. Try to avoid short length shirts with straight cuts but wear atleast mid length shirts with a number of pleats at front and back both. Pair up the outfit with a nice stole and accessorise it to give it a more classy look. Coords or matching separates are most liked these days. Can choose from a variety of prints available in markets. You can explore yourself or can order through authentic pages online.

PARTY WEARS:

For a dine out or a party, kaftans or ponchos are most recommended. They are trending and look classy as well. Chantilly lace or Chiffons are good options if we talk about fabric. In addition to that, printed silks or Georgette can also be considered. Depending upon weather conditions, one can choose the fabric and cut wisely.

Among other options, full pleated half body frocks/ gowns are ever green. These are the options that can be utilized even after pregnancy period.

FORMAL GATHERINGS

For formal gatherings, try to avoid heavily embellished dresses. Mood swings during pregnancy make it hard to get along with heavy dresses. Anarkali panneled frocks with light work or block prints are in. Pair it up with a dhaka pajama(a loose bottom pant) . It will be more comfortable as compared to cigarette pants.

WEDDING EXTRAVAGANZA:

Now keeping themes and wearing same clothes is quite common in Pakistani weddings specially when it is of some close knitted family wedding. Every women wish to look gorgeous and flaunt in her dress. Most of the times, the dress code for women of the family is gharara or sharara. But during pregnancy, usually women don’t go with the dress code and then feel left out. But now you don’t need to be sad about it. You can make a nice peplum with pleats or without pleats along with gharara or sharara. Recommended fabric is chiffon to give a sleek look. Same fabric is advised for gharara or sharara as well. Keep the embroidery or designing minimum and flaunt your look with a thigh covering modest peplum with a tail cut at back.

WESTERN WEARS:

If you are looking to design a top, choose stretchy fabric. Such pleated stretchy silk fabric is commonly available in markets now. A hip covered top with a straight cut sleeves would be your go to style when it comes to casual western wear.

Similarly; for traveling and picnics, a full length dress (maxi/gown) with a long flair would look so elegant. Recommended fabric is Korean Georgette. It comes in plenty of colors and prints to choose from.

Remember, you can dress modestly and still look trendy even during pregnancy. You just need to implement on given recommendations and create your own wardrobe mindfully.