Maternity Clothing Stores and Pregnancy Fashion Tips

You’ll be in need of some trendy maternity clothes if you’re a first time mama-to-be or seasoned pregnancy expert. We all have days when we’re expecting when we feel a little less than amazing so grab all your favorite maternity clothing and exude happiness.

Pregnancy is a very special time in a woman’s life and shouldn’t be complicated with dull or uncomfortable attire. Style can absolutely continue into motherhood and we’ve put together a list of places to purchase pregnancy clothing on-line and in the Toronto area that will be sure to make you feel amazing and look your very best while carrying your little one.

Maternity Fashion Tips

Invest in fabulous basic items that you can build on and layer with adorable shirts, cardigans and sweaters that co-ordinate great together. This helps to make the most out of our maternity clothing budget. Fall is a great time to layer clothing items. We’ve all heard that term “bun in the oven”. So when that pregnancy furnace kicks in, just shed a layer of clothing to cool down.

Use accessories to accentuate the narrowest part of your body such as under the bust or hips. Tops with empire bodice lines are a great way to do this. Adding belts to a maternity wardrobe is a great way to accessorize and show off your beautiful pregnancy curves.

Other items that are great value are maternity dresses. Not only are they a top and bottom in one, they are quick and easy to put on when you’re in a hurry.

We all have sore feet when we’re expecting. Invest in some cute shoes with a lower heel. Sometimes our feet swell and grow into another size or two during pregnancy. You’ll be much more comfortable purchasing a couple of new pairs of shoes then squeezing into your old shoes.

Jewelry brings your outfit to an entirely new level. Add a necklace or earrings to bring sophistication to your outfit and draw attention to your glowing pregnancy face.

Accessorize with trendy handbags this season. A large bag can easily be carried looking great beside your beautiful growing baby belly! You could even consider using this bag later as a classy diaper bag after baby arrives.

The Winter 2013 images above are from various Toronto maternity clothing shops. They are great examples of pulling together a sassy look for pregnancy clothing.

Where to Buy Maternity Clothes in Toronto?

Where to find pregnancy clothes? We have compiled some Toronto stores, online retailers and new idea options. Have fun shopping and congratulations!

H&M
Overview: H&M is the perfect store to find designer maternity items for your pregnancy wardrobe. Not all H&M stores carry their maternity line so be sure to call the store ahead of time to ensure they have what you’re looking for. The following two stores currently carry the H&M maternity clothing line:

Where:
H&M
Oshawa Centre
419 King Street West
Unit # B201
Oshawa, Ontario
L1J 2K5
Tel: 905.435.9956

H&M
Vaughan Mills
1 Bass Pro Mills Drive
Vaughan, Ontario
L4K 2M9
Tel: 905.760.1769

Website: http://www.hm.com/ca

Motherhood Maternity Canada
Overview: Check out the Loved by Heidi Klum collection, Jessica Simpson Maternity, Bumpstart by Motherhood Maternity, Secret Fit Belly and Work in Style Collection. Most Bumpstart packs come in sets of 2 pieces for versatile layering options starting at $26.98.

Where:
Motherhood Maternity Canada
1 Yorkdale Road
Toronto, Ontario
M6A 3A1
Tel: 416.783.8456

Website: http://www.motherhoodcanada.ca/maternity

Old Navy
Overview: Inexpensive pieces to last throughout your pregnancy. There is something for every occasion at Old Navy whether you are working hard at the office or spending the day at the park. Look for workout clothes, maternity dresses, yoga clothing options and a large selection of casual maternity clothing. Shop on-line at Old Navy from the comfort of your own home.

Where:
Old Navy
Toronto Eaton Centre
260 Yonge Street
Toronto, Ontario
M5B 2L9
Tel: 416.593.2551

Website: http://www.oldnavy.com/products/maternity-clothes.jsp

Thyme Maternity
Overview: Shop at Thyme maternity for all of your wardrobe essentials. Thyme maternity has recently expanded into select BabiesRUs stores.

Where:
Thyme Maternity
Yorkdale Shopping Centre (7046)
3401 Dufferin Street, #15
Toronto, Ontario
M6A 2T9
Tel: 416.785.1553

Website: http://www.thymematernity.com/

Online Maternity Clothes Shopping

Yo Mama
Overview: This store is great for the fashionable soon-to-be-mom looking for hip & trendy clothing choices. A fabulous store to find unique pieces and clothing items you’ll love to wear.

Website: http://www.yomamamaternity.com/

GAP
Overview: Gap Maternity is available for on-line shopping with shipping to Canada. Choose the latest styles of Gap styling designed with the mother-to-be in mind. Find everything you’ll need for versatile comfort from casual to dressy looks.

Website: http://www.gap.com/products/maternity-clothing.jsp

Isabella Oilver
Overview: Their much-loved range of maternity dresses has recently been updated in gorgeous jerseys, lightweight merino wools and georgette silk. Comfortable and versatile, their maternity dresses offer a flattering and fitted silhouette for your pregnancy. The Isabella Oliver Maternity Collection has stylish and appealing maternity pieces. Ships to Canada.

Website: http://www.isabellaoliver.com/ca

Ripe Maternity
Overview: Ripe is an Australian owned fashion brand, designing contemporary, stylish and most of all comfortable maternity fashion pieces. At Ripe, you have access to a gorgeous range of maternity clothes online. Ships to Canada.

Website: http://www.ripematernity.com/maternity-stores/canada/

Luna Maternity
Overview: At Luna Maternity you will find stylish solutions and a large selection of stylish maternity clothing items and accessories. You can shop on-line or at their retail store located in Richmond Hill.

Website: http://www.lunamaternity.com/

Ella Bella
Overview: Offering a variety of trendy maternity clothing pieces from dresses, skirts, jackets, coats, formal wear, pants, leggings, designer jeans, lingerie and swimwear.

Website: https://www.ellabella.ca/Home.aspx

Seraphine Maternity
Overview: A stylish collection of maternity clothing provide moms-to-be with fashionable clothing choices for a chic pregnancy. The latest collection is made up of stunning pieces for a maternity wardrobe that is fun and stylish.

Website: http://www.seraphinematernity.com

Gently Loved Maternity Wear

Playnwear
Overview: New and nearly new maternity clothing. Top brands at a fraction of regular retail price. Brands include Mimi, Pea in the Pod, Citizen and Paige Jeans, Belly, Ripe, Thyme, Motherhood and more!

Where:
Playnwear
3241 Yonge Street
Toronto, Ontario
M4N 2L5
Tel: 416.782.0211

Website: http://www.playnwear.com/

eBay
Overview: eBay is a great place to purchase new or gently used maternity wear. Make sure you purchase from a reputable ebay seller and ask questions before you buy.

Website: http://www.ebay.ca/

Kijiji Toronto
Overview: Just simply search Kijiji Toronto and you’ll find a vast amount of maternity clothing items available for purchase. There are a lot of local moms selling their gently used maternity wear at a very affordable price.

Website: http://toronto.kijiji.ca/

Facebook Consignment Stores
Overview: Individual owners sell clothes inexpensively. Search for new moms groups on Facebook. Purchase by responding to posts made on Facebook pages.

Website: http://www.facebook.com

We hope this list helps your maternity wardrobe shopping. If we’ve missed any great places to buy pregnancy clothes, please comment below and we’ll add it to the list.