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Post by bubblefan on May 31, 2017 8:24:36 GMT -6
I've been all over the Motherhood sales this time. I've been trying to go with swing-y or non-ruched stuff I can wear for a while post-pregnancy too.
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Post by cythe on May 31, 2017 8:52:59 GMT -6
Macys by me no longer have a mat section. Target had one rack of clothes. ON mat section is usually a mess. I've bought some stuff online from Gap and Zulilly to add to what I had from last time. This is my experience too. Like, everything is a hot mess and very picked over. Sure, I could order online but who knows what you're going to get - fit wise. Related: I'm too tall for maxi dresses and I'm so sad. It looks like yoga pants and shorter dresses for me. Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk |
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Post by littleowl913 on May 31, 2017 8:57:53 GMT -6
Macys by me no longer have a mat section. Target had one rack of clothes. ON mat section is usually a mess. I've bought some stuff online from Gap and Zulilly to add to what I had from last time. This is my experience too. Like, everything is a hot mess and very picked over. Sure, I could order online but who knows what you're going to get - fit wise. Related: I'm too tall for maxi dresses and I'm so sad. It looks like yoga pants and shorter dresses for me. Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk meh IME you're not missing much. Maxi dresses are not cooler for the summer. I get really hot and then I could feel the sweat dripping down my legs. All I want are really light weight loose fitting capri pants. But I need to try them on, which I cannot do because no one has a decent mat section anymore. |
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Post by bubblefan on May 31, 2017 9:05:23 GMT -6
Is this where I get to vent my hatred of full belly panel shorts/pants? So itchy/uncomfortable and most bottoms have them for some reason!
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Post by mommabakes on May 31, 2017 9:26:05 GMT -6
Macys by me no longer have a mat section. Target had one rack of clothes. ON mat section is usually a mess. I've bought some stuff online from Gap and Zulilly to add to what I had from last time. This is my experience too. Like, everything is a hot mess and very picked over. Sure, I could order online but who knows what you're going to get - fit wise. Related: I'm too tall for maxi dresses and I'm so sad. It looks like yoga pants and shorter dresses for me. Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk I'm also really tall (6'), and have found a few maxi dresses at Old Navy that we're long enough. Definitely have to try before you buy for them though. I've also found some maxi skirts on Amazon that were long enough (and cheap!) |
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Post by mommabakes on May 31, 2017 9:26:55 GMT -6
Is this where I get to vent my hatred of full belly panel shorts/pants? So itchy/uncomfortable and most bottoms have them for some reason! Old Navy has the low panels and side panels too! |
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Post by racegurl87 on May 31, 2017 10:41:04 GMT -6
Is this where I get to vent my hatred of full belly panel shorts/pants? So itchy/uncomfortable and most bottoms have them for some reason! Yes! I hate the full panel. I was lucky when I was pregnant with DD and I got a pair of jeans from Gap that had the demi panel but it's way too hot here to wear jeans in the summer so they'll be nice for after sequel is here. |
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Post by blackmamba on May 31, 2017 11:38:18 GMT -6
I don't love the full panel, but with the demi panel I always feel like my pants are falling down.
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Post by August Blooms on May 31, 2017 11:42:24 GMT -6
All my current maternity bottoms are full panel, I don't mind it but this is my first pregnancy in the summer and I can see how it will get hot and sweaty.
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Post by gamergirl on May 31, 2017 12:29:15 GMT -6
Add me to the tall girls club (also 6'). I have found a couple maxi dresses in the past that were kind of long enough, but I prefer LLR maxi skirts. They're amazingly long, and I double them as dresses (w/ a belt) sometimes. But yeah, sun dresses are my usual go to in the summer.
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Post by versed on May 31, 2017 14:50:56 GMT -6
I'm going to try use my LuLaRoe wardrobe throughout with some Gap and ON tanks to go with the skirts.
My one issue is the chub rub of wearing only dresses and skirts. I might cut up some leggings to wear under, but only if I can get them to stay on below the bump - I can't stand anything on my stomach right now.
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Post by racegurl87 on May 31, 2017 17:02:29 GMT -6
My one issue is the chub rub of wearing only dresses and skirts. In general, this is a main reason I hate wearing dresses/skirts. Thunder thighs ftw |
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Post by riverraine on May 31, 2017 17:22:45 GMT -6
I did my first round of maternity clothes shopping over the weekend at MM. Current thoughts: - Last pregnancy during the winter I was all about the full panel, but kinda thinking it might be super hot and itchy in the summer? Idk, I just bought two pairs of shorts with full panel and they're so comfy right now so I'm not going to think about it. Definitely can't do demi panel because agree with blackmamba they feel like they're going to fall down. - I bought one of those form fitting shorter summer dresses too and it looks ridic at the moment because there's a big poof of fabric between my boobs and my bump that's not being filled out. Saleslady said it would fit better once my bump grew. Idk if I believe her. - I have one pair of jeans left from last time. Debating if I can make it work with just this one pair until late October or if that's dumb and I should spring for a new pair now and actually get some use out of them. |
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Post by rebeccabunch on May 31, 2017 18:09:09 GMT -6
I did my first round of maternity clothes shopping over the weekend at MM. Current thoughts: - Last pregnancy during the winter I was all about the full panel, but kinda thinking it might be super hot and itchy in the summer? Idk, I just bought two pairs of shorts with full panel and they're so comfy right now so I'm not going to think about it. Definitely can't do demi panel because agree with blackmamba they feel like they're going to fall down. - I bought one of those form fitting shorter summer dresses too and it looks ridic at the moment because there's a big poof of fabric between my boobs and my bump that's not being filled out. Saleslady said it would fit better once my bump grew. Idk if I believe her. - I have one pair of jeans left from last time. Debating if I can make it work with just this one pair until late October or if that's dumb and I should spring for a new pair now and actually get some use out of them. Full panel forever and I have a ton of cute form fitted shorter summer dresses from my previous pregnancies. I'm so sad I won't get much use out of them. 😭 |
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Post by chitownsully on May 31, 2017 19:16:09 GMT -6
I did my first round of maternity clothes shopping over the weekend at MM. Current thoughts: - Last pregnancy during the winter I was all about the full panel, but kinda thinking it might be super hot and itchy in the summer? Idk, I just bought two pairs of shorts with full panel and they're so comfy right now so I'm not going to think about it. Definitely can't do demi panel because agree with blackmamba they feel like they're going to fall down. - I bought one of those form fitting shorter summer dresses too and it looks ridic at the moment because there's a big poof of fabric between my boobs and my bump that's not being filled out. Saleslady said it would fit better once my bump grew. Idk if I believe her. - I have one pair of jeans left from last time. Debating if I can make it work with just this one pair until late October or if that's dumb and I should spring for a new pair now and actually get some use out of them. I prefer the form fitted dresses, you'll definitely fill it out soon. I wore full panel in the summer last time and it was fine! I like them because they contain the belly oil I put on my stomach. I have two pairs of maternity jeans but I only wear one pair regularly. I think you can get by with one. |
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Post by riverraine on May 31, 2017 20:04:35 GMT -6
rebeccabunch too bad we can't exchange maternity wardrobes! DS was a February baby so we're basically on each other's opposite timelines. chitownsully Good to hear! You're making me more confident in my summer choices and attempt at one pair or jeans.
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Post by thechickencoop on Jun 1, 2017 7:42:20 GMT -6
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Post by Taitai on Jun 1, 2017 7:47:00 GMT -6
This is my experience too. Like, everything is a hot mess and very picked over. Sure, I could order online but who knows what you're going to get - fit wise. Related: I'm too tall for maxi dresses and I'm so sad. It looks like yoga pants and shorter dresses for me. Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk meh IME you're not missing much. Maxi dresses are not cooler for the summer. I get really hot and then I could feel the sweat dripping down my legs. All I want are really light weight loose fitting capri pants. But I need to try them on, which I cannot do because no one has a decent mat section anymore. Speaking of loose fitting capri pants, I want gaucho pants to come back in style so badly...remember when they were everywhere in like 2005/2006? The nice thin cotton jersey ones. Loved them. |
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Post by versed on Jun 1, 2017 7:51:01 GMT -6
meh IME you're not missing much. Maxi dresses are not cooler for the summer. I get really hot and then I could feel the sweat dripping down my legs. All I want are really light weight loose fitting capri pants. But I need to try them on, which I cannot do because no one has a decent mat section anymore. Speaking of loose fitting capri pants, I want gaucho pants to come back in style so badly...remember when they were everywhere in like 2005/2006? The nice thin cotton jersey ones. Loved them. I definitely have a pair of maternity gauchos from one of my precious pregnancies. I wear them - no shame! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Post by rebeccabunch on Jun 1, 2017 7:53:43 GMT -6
rebeccabunch too bad we can't exchange maternity wardrobes! DS was a February baby so we're basically on each other's opposite timelines. chitownsully Good to hear! You're making me more confident in my summer choices and attempt at one pair or jeans. Yesterday I was like I should give all my cute shorts and dresses to riverraine bc I think we are the same size. Too bad we live too far! Plus I'm hoping I have a somewhat bump to wear them by the end. I usually have something significant by 16weeks. Carried real basketball with my boys. Hope to get far enough to find out how I carry this time! |
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Post by littleowl913 on Jun 1, 2017 7:54:15 GMT -6
meh IME you're not missing much. Maxi dresses are not cooler for the summer. I get really hot and then I could feel the sweat dripping down my legs. All I want are really light weight loose fitting capri pants. But I need to try them on, which I cannot do because no one has a decent mat section anymore. Speaking of loose fitting capri pants, I want gaucho pants to come back in style so badly...remember when they were everywhere in like 2005/2006? The nice thin cotton jersey ones. Loved them. Not gonna lie, I bought a pair of maternity ones to wear around the house - from Zulilly lol. |
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Post by rebeccabunch on Jun 1, 2017 7:55:19 GMT -6
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Post by Taitai on Jun 1, 2017 7:57:56 GMT -6
Speaking of loose fitting capri pants, I want gaucho pants to come back in style so badly...remember when they were everywhere in like 2005/2006? The nice thin cotton jersey ones. Loved them. I definitely have a pair of maternity gauchos from one of my precious pregnancies. I wear them - no shame! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk That is awesome you have maternity gauchos. I wish I had some - I can't find them anywhere. I would wear them ever freaking day if I could. ETA - maybe it's an Asia thing? They don't sell them anywhere out here - lots of maxi skirts and skinny jeans/pants for maternity wear. |
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Post by Taitai on Jun 1, 2017 8:01:26 GMT -6
littleowl913....going to check Zululliy now. Maybe I could have some shipped to my in-laws, and DH could bring them back for me after his visit to the states this summer. Thanks!
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Post by chitownsully on Jun 1, 2017 8:32:11 GMT -6
Anyone have recommendations on shorts to wear under skirts / dresses (obviously that would work with a pregnant belly)?
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Post by riverraine on Jun 1, 2017 9:52:42 GMT -6
I was browsing the mat section of Old Navy online and some of the stuff was getting horrible reviews. Like these shorts that looked super cute and fitted online arrive and they're giant and long and baggy. Some of the reviews included pics and they legit made me laugh, they were so bad. That + your review makes me think I should stay away from ON. |
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Post by riverraine on Jun 1, 2017 9:55:18 GMT -6
Anyone have recommendations on shorts to wear under skirts / dresses (obviously that would work with a pregnant belly)? Ooh same question! |
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Post by August Blooms on Jun 1, 2017 10:34:49 GMT -6
I was browsing the mat section of Old Navy online and some of the stuff was getting horrible reviews. Like these shorts that looked super cute and fitted online arrive and they're giant and long and baggy. Some of the reviews included pics and they legit made me laugh, they were so bad. That + your review makes me think I should stay away from ON. I've actually had pretty good luck with ON for the most part. I think I may have ordered those shorts you mention they were horrendous. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Post by blackmamba on Jun 1, 2017 10:58:10 GMT -6
Anyone have recommendations on shorts to wear under skirts / dresses (obviously that would work with a pregnant belly)? I like the Jockey slip shorts. They have different lengths, colors, and material options (cooling, wicking, etc.). www.jockey.com/catalog?department=women&category=underwear&style=slipshort#/page=1I'm wearing my pre-pregnancy ones now and I just let the top part sit under my belly. Still comfortable and they don't feel like they are falling down or moving around, but still light and comfortable for summer. |
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Post by blackmamba on Jun 1, 2017 11:02:44 GMT -6
I was browsing the mat section of Old Navy online and some of the stuff was getting horrible reviews. Like these shorts that looked super cute and fitted online arrive and they're giant and long and baggy. Some of the reviews included pics and they legit made me laugh, they were so bad. That + your review makes me think I should stay away from ON. I've actually had pretty good luck with ON for the most part. I think I may have ordered those shorts you mention they were horrendous. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I've also been ok with ON, but I haven't purchased shorts, just dresses and tops and 1 pair of pants. I've noticed that I need to order a size down with them or else things are too big and they bunch in strange places. |
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