Dressing for a "developing" figure.

So...one of my friends is pregnant. She's the first in this group of us that married our college sweethearts (that term drives me crazy, but it's true!) and it just makes me think, "Oh my word, what if it was me!?" As far as her and her skills as a mother, I have NOT EVEN ONE DOUBT. She will seriously be the best Mom of all time. She's so kind, unselfish, patient, loving and just a really wonderful person. I'm so dang happy for her.

She mentioned in passing that she'd love a few recommendations for ladies with "developing figures," so I thought I'd provide her with a few options. Not that she'll have any issues being an adorable preggo lady, because PEOPLE she will be freakin' gorgeous. I mean think if like Jennifer Aniston got pregnant, that is what this lovely lady will look like. Yeah, I know, right? Anyway, Whit, these are for you!

Since Whitney is due in September, and I've heard being pregnant in the summer can be less than comfortable, I tried to focus on outfits that would really keep her comfy and cool no matter the situation/occasion.

Since I know she's headed to at least two summer weddings, here is a gorgeous option:

Summer Wedding. by krameymartin

Items in this set:
kate spade new york Idiom Bangles, 65 mm - Jewelry & Accessories -..., $28 Ripe Maternity 'Deluxe' Satin Dress - 3rd Trimester - Nordstrom, $160 Orange Grove Hoops - Anthropologie.com, $98 Clarks Country Meadow Sandal - Free Overnight Shipping on New Styles,..., $90 Chain Mail Box, $15

Hanging out at the beach can be quite an ordeal while sporting a baby bump, I thought this suit with some coverup options would be adorable:

Beach Day. by krameymartin

Items in this set:
10-Day Shades-Mod Retro Indie Clothing & Vintage Clothes, $12 Maternal America Maternity 'Coco' Tankini - 3rd Trimester - Nordstrom, $120 Enduring Espadrilles - Anthropologie.com, $96 Juliet Dream Maternity Jersey Skirt - 2nd Trimester - Nordstrom, $88 Proscenium Cardigan - Anthropologie.com, $68

Next up is a look that would work for anything from shopping, heading out on a date or even just lounging around home:

Lazy Days of Summer by krameymartin

Items in this set:
sunny veracruz straw tote, $23 Kate Spade "Mariachi" Ric Rac Bangle @Bloomingdales, $33 Japanese Weekend Maternity Voile Dress - 2nd Trimester - Nordstrom, $72 Birkenstock Gizeh Birko-Flor Thong - Free Overnight Shipping on New..., $70 Pantone Triple Strand - Anthropologie.com, $48

The same could be said for this casual look, complete with non-lacing shoes (gleaned from Ms. Holly):

Kick Up Your Heels. by krameymartin

Items in this set:
Marc by Marc Jacobs Molly Round Face Watch, $250 Cardinal's Egg Necklace - Anthropologie.com, $58 Pins and Needles Fedora with Bow, $28 Converse by John Varvatos Vintage Court Slip-on at Zappos.com, $86 Olian Maternity Knit Tank Dress - 2nd Trimester - Nordstrom, $43

To switch it up from dresses, I chose a pair of longer denim shorts and a summer scarf:

Cool Breeze by krameymartin

Items in this set:
Ice Pop Earrings, $28 Women's Clothing: Women's Clothing: Colorblock striped scarf: Belts &..., $15 Birkenstock Gizeh Birko-Flor Thong - Free Overnight Shipping on New..., $70 Maternity Clothing: No panel embroidered jean cutoffs: Bottoms New..., $55 Maternity Clothing: Pleated V-neck T: Tops New Arrivals | Gap, $35

Since everyone needs a good pair of jeans, I chose this Citizens of Humanity pair and added some classy accessories for a more put together look:

Casual Momma by krameymartin

Items in this set:
Oh Pear Bracelet-Mod Retro Indie Clothing & Vintage Clothes, $15 Citizens of Humanity Maternity 'Kelly' Bootcut Stretch Jeans (New..., $180 Orange Grove Hoops - Anthropologie.com, $98 Clarks Country Meadow Sandal - Free Overnight Shipping on New Styles,..., $90 Maternal America Maternity Diamond Knit Tank Top - 3rd Trimester -..., $40

What do we think? Ladies who've been pregnant before, would these looks have worked for you?

Congrats Whit (and Phil I suppose), love you!