00:00You're watching Essence Now.
00:08I'm your host, Makon Glovo, and it's time for Ready, Set, Fierce, where we showcase fabulous fashions with expert advice.
00:15And today, it's all about moms-to-be.
00:18Now, here to show us how we can keep those growing baby bumps stylish while using wardrobe stables you most likely already have as brand consultant and creator of BeautyandBoys.com, Dina Campbell.
00:29Well, welcome back to Essence Now, Dina.
00:30How are you?
00:30I am fabulous.
00:31How are you?
00:32Good.
00:32Okay, Dina, before we get started, what's the key to keeping your closet ready for your ever-changing pregnancy bump?
00:38Yes, so you really want to focus on things that are already in your closet.
00:42If you think about it, pregnancy is only nine months.
00:44Right.
00:44So you want pieces that you can wear when you're pregnant, when you're transitioning, and when you're done.
00:49Right.
00:49So you want to focus on things that stretch, things that kind of are comfortable, things that forgive as you move, and things that really make you feel the most comfortable.
00:58I love that.
00:59That's a really great tip.
01:00Okay, Essence Now fam, what's great about all these looks is that they feature wardrobe staples that you already own.
01:05So there's no need to spend money on expensive or even ugly maternity clothes.
01:10Now let's take a look at the first outfit being worn by Diana.
01:13Diana, come show us what you're working with.
01:16All right.
01:16Now, Dina, tell me about the two staples that you used here.
01:19Yes.
01:19She looks fabulous.
01:20This is a gorgeous bodycon dress.
01:22I love it because it's long-sleeved, so it's great for when you're pregnant in the wintertime.
01:25And look at this kimono.
01:26Fabulous.
01:27I mean, so cute.
01:28It's floral.
01:29It's satin.
01:30You can tie it at the waist.
01:32Love it.
01:32I love it.
01:33I love a bodycon because, like you said, it stretches.
01:35So that's really key.
01:37Yes.
01:37Well, you look fabulous.
01:38Thank you so much, Diana.
01:40All right.
01:40Now let's have our next stylish mommy, Leslie, come on out and show us her look.
01:45All right.
01:46Now, Dina, tell me about this look.
01:47I love this.
01:48Is it sporty?
01:49Is that what?
01:49It's so sporty.
01:50Okay, so the key statement pieces for this look is the athletic ruffle dress.
01:55It's by Secret Charm.
01:57Love it.
01:58And you know what?
01:58You can dress this up or wear it or, like, dress it down.
02:01I love the boots.
02:03They are these fashion boots by Dirty Laundry.
02:06I love that.
02:06Sometimes women want to wear heels.
02:08Sometimes they don't.
02:08But the fashion boot is a cool way to stand out without really having to have all the extra-ness.
02:13I love that you can wear that dress after the baby has arrived.
02:17Yes.
02:17So talk to me about the price point of this dress.
02:19Oh, okay, yes.
02:20So the dress itself, oh, my gosh, you'll never believe it.
02:23Tell me.
02:24$16.99.
02:25$16.99?
02:26Crazy.
02:26Yes.
02:26So crazy.
02:27I love it.
02:27It's by Secret Charm.
02:28So you want to take note of that.
02:30And then the shoes.
02:31Oh, my gosh, Dirty Laundry.
02:32They are $29.99.
02:34$29.99.
02:35Can't do that.
02:35You can't.
02:36Leslie, you look fabulous.
02:37All right.
02:38Thank you so much.
02:39Now, next up is Michelle.
02:41Come on out and stretch your stylish baby bum.
02:44All right, Dina.
02:45Love it.
02:45This outfit looks comfy and cute, but those heels.
02:48Yes.
02:48What are the two staples here?
02:49Look at the heels.
02:49Okay.
02:50So you focus on the chunky sweater.
02:52How cute is that?
02:53Again, great for women who are pregnant in the wintertime.
02:55It's very forgiving.
02:56It moves with you.
02:58Got a cool off-the-shoulder moment that we love.
03:00Love off-the-shoulder.
03:01And $22.
03:02Can't beat that.
03:03And then also, check out the side of her joggers.
03:07Love that.
03:07How cute is that?
03:08I love that.
03:10Now, are there any tips that you can provide when you're looking for sweaters during pregnancy?
03:14Obviously, they should have stretch, but is there anything else that you should look for when it comes to sweaters?
03:19Actually, just try it on because I know sometimes that sweaters look good, but when you try it on, sometimes they're very itchy.
03:24And you don't want any kind of irritation when you're already pregnant and irritated.
03:27So focus on things that are really, like, cashmere or things that are really, really soft.
03:32Okay.
03:33So it won't look baggy after you've had the baby?
03:35The sweater won't look like it had a lot of stretch to it?
03:38No, because it won't, because if you take care of it, it'll take care of you.
03:41I love that.
03:43Well, thank you so much.
03:44You look amazing.
03:46All right.
03:46Our final model and mommy-to-be is Noni.
03:49Come on out and show us what you're working with, Noni.
03:51Oh, my gosh.
03:52Isn't she gorgeous?
03:53First of all, va, va, va, va, boom.
03:54Check her out.
03:55Check her.
03:56I guess a little twirl.
03:56Now, what are the two staples here?
03:58Oh, my gosh.
03:59This lovely, roomy, fancy dress.
04:02It's by Kim and Cammie.
04:04And it's great because, again, you can wear this with leggings, too, if you want to just
04:07kind of, like, pare it down a little bit and not be so fancy.
04:10But I love it as is.
04:11And then also the stacked heel.
04:12Check out the heels.
04:13Now, I know women sometimes don't want to wear heels, but this works.
04:17It's velvet.
04:18It's an ankle booty, so it kind of gives you that support you need when you're walking.
04:21And it's $22 for the heels.
04:23You cannot beat that.
04:24So I noticed that she has, like, a bow on the dress, right?
04:27Should you stay away from stuff that brings attention to the baby bump?
04:31Well, I don't know.
04:32Do you want to accentuate it even more?
04:33I love accentuating the bump.
04:35I mean, because that's why we're pregnant.
04:36We want to show off that, hey, guys, like, I'm with a child.
04:39So I love that it's with the neck, but you could also wear it around the belly as well.
04:44I love that.
04:45And what about colors?
04:45I love that she's wearing a very vibrant hue.
04:48Are there certain colors that you should gravitate towards?
04:50It just really depends.
04:51It just really depends on your skin tone.
04:53Okay.
04:53I mean, I always want to get items that really make my skin pop.
04:57So brighter colors, even though you're in the winter or the fall, it doesn't matter.
05:01I think you should just work with what works for you.
05:03I love it.
05:04Now, tell me the price point for this.
05:06Okay, so the dress, again, it's by Kim and Cammie, and it's $29.99.
05:10Hello.
05:11Hello.
05:12You cannot beat that.
05:14Thank you so much, Noni.
05:15You look fabulous.
05:16Can we have all the mamas come back on out for one final look?
05:20Oh, my gosh, they look amazing.
05:22Now, as a recap, all of these fabulous maternity hacks can be put together with pieces that you already have in your closet.
05:29Yay!
05:29We have Diana rocking a simple bodycon with a stylish kimono, giving me Gone With The Wind fabulous vibes.
05:37Leslie's wearing a super cute dress and a statement shoe.
05:40And Michelle is in a comfy yet chic chunky sweater with a statement jogger.
05:45And Noni is ready for a night out in a fabulous red dress and stacked heels.
05:50Ladies, you all look so amazing.
05:52And, Dina, thank you so much.
05:54For this, these ladies look great.
05:56And a special thanks to TJ Maxx for providing all the models, clothes, and accessories.
06:01Now, if you're interested in getting any of the pieces you just saw, go to TJMaxx.com.
06:05And remember to use the hashtag EssenceNow to let us know what you think of these looks and to share your own tips for styling your baby bump without breaking the bank.
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06:15More Essence Now is up next.
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