Monday 25 April 2016

Second Trimester Pregnancy Outfit Inspiration: 38 Outfit Ideas

I've been blogging for over 4 years and through two pregnancies, so I thought a wrap up of my favourite maternity outfits would be a great resource for anyone looking for pregnancy outfit inspiration!

As well as sharing my second trimester travel essentials I previously did a series about my wardrobe changes in each trimester you might find helpful too. I spoke about what worked and what didn't in my second trimester.

This will be a very photo-heavy post as I share a few of my favourite second trimester outfits. 38 different pregnancy outfit ideas! There are links below all the photos if you want more details.


Office Wear:


I bought two ASOS maternity pencil skirts and they got a lot of wear in the office.

My single maternity wrap dress was a real wardrobe workhorse, being worn almost weekly, although I continued to wear my regular non-maternity dresses in the second trimester as well. Fit and flare or empire waist dresses were perfect for this.

AwayFromBlue | Second Trimester OfficeWear Asos tartan maternity pencil skirt




AwayFromBlue | Second Trimester OfficeWear Asos printed maternity pencil skirt



AwayFromBlue | Second Trimester OfficeWear non-maternity printed dresses





























AwayFromBlue | Second Trimester Office Outfit Ideas Wrap Dresses


Maxi Dresses:


I only needed one maternity maxi dress for both pregnancies, the majority of my existing maxi dresses were stretchy enough to work through all three trimesters. There were a few I outgrew in the second trimester though.

AwayFromTheBlue | Maxi Dresses in the Second Trimester Outfit Inspiration






Maternity Denim - Jeans and Shorts:


I added a second pair of maternity denim shorts to my wardrobe for my most recent pregnancy as I was heavily pregnant over summer and it was too hot for jeans. Previously I was doing a full work week and with the cooler temperatures and dressing for casual Friday, my maternity jeans were worn a lot more.

AwayFromBlue | 6 ways to wear Jeanswest maternity skinny jeans second trimester































AwayFromBlue | Jeanswest Black Maternity Skinny Jeans in 2nd Trimester





AwayFromBlue | Jeanswest Maternity Denim shorts summer second trimester outfit ideas







Maxi Skirts:

I didn't buy any maternity maxi skirts in either pregnancy, instead wearing my existing elastic waisted maxi skirts above, around or below the bump.

AwayFromBlue | Plain Maxi Skirts colourful tops pregnancy outfits



AwayFromTheBlue | 2nd Trimester Striped Maxi Skirt Outfit Ideas









I hope that you found this post interesting or useful! I'd love to know what your favourite outfit was, and feel free to share or pin this guide for others.


Linking up with On Trend, Turning Heads, Confident Twosday, Style Sessions, Wardrobe Wednesday, Fresh Fashion, Oh Hey Girl, Throwback Thursday, A Labour of Life, Thursday Moda, Fun Fashion, Weekend Linkup, The Ultimate Rabbit Hole.


Want more outfit inspiration and advice on how to come up with a wardrobe plan for your second trimester? The ultimate guide, How to Have a Stylish Pregnancy On a Budget is available now!



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83 comments:

  1. I imagine dressing for the office must be the hardest part when pregnant. You just don't get away with wearing the same old outfit over and over again.

    Linda, Libra, Loca: Beauty, Baby and Backpacking

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    1. I certainly did! I wore that maternity wrap dress almost every week. No one dared say anything, ha! I think pregnancy it's even more necessary to repeat outfits!

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  2. all great inspirations for those mamas to be out there!!

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  3. Adorable as always - I know you have to be such an inspiration for anyone needing maternity style ideas:)

    Laura
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  4. It's so awesome how you balance work, pregnancy, a blog, and being a fashionista, Mica! You go, girl!

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    1. haha thank you! I only work part time, which helps :)

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  5. So this isn't something I need to worry about just yet but when I do I know I'm going to go into a complete tailspin, so I'm saving this to come back to. Thanks for sharing for us more style challenged folk :)

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    1. Glad it may come in helpful for you in future!

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  6. Since following your blog, I totally know that wrap dresses and maternity pencil skirts are an office must! I think working in a business casual environment, and dressing a baby bump were hard for me at first. I literally had no idea what I was doing! Thankfully when it's time for no. 2, I'll have your guidance. (;

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    1. haha yes I would be lost without that wrap dress, my favourite pregnancy piece!

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  7. Great recap, you showed some lovely looks. Gemma x
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  8. You rock it so well...but always good to get back into the old clothes pre-baby!

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  9. Well since I just started my second trimester (woohoo!) this post was perfectly timed to help me out, so thank you! You had such a cute maternity wardrobe, I especially love those pencil skirts and I think I may have to find myself one!

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    1. Yes Asos maternity pencil skirts are the best! I'm so excited for you, and glad this post came in helpful :)

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  10. Such a cute cute poat dear. Have a nice day.
    Xo, Christianne
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  11. Great looks, you are rocking that bump so well.

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  12. Amazing looks! Always so Stunning!!

    Adi xx
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  13. I have to say I love those two ASOS skirts and all the ways you've styled them. They were really great maternity buys!

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    1. Yep I definitely got my money's worth! :)

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  14. I loved the stripe maxi outfits - they are so gorgeous and flattering! I love how you can change things around and it looks like a totally new outfit as well. Thanks for your tips Mica x

    Margarita Chi | MARGARITACHI.CO

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  15. Wow four years and two pregnancies. Incredible and it must be amazing for you to go back and relive some of these moments once again. Have to say those wrap dresses and maxi dresses are my all time faves.

    Sxx
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    1. Yes dresses in pregnancy are the best! And it sounds like such a long time, doesn't it? :)

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  16. I absolutely love this recap! I also love the different looks you can make with staple pieces.

    Connie | Sponsored by Coffee | Etsy

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  17. You are very nice :)
    Love your blog! I am a new follower <3

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  18. Im lovin all your chic outfits
    You carry great pregnancy style.
    I love the skirt and maxi dresses.

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  19. Wow, so many lovely outfits! I think this post is such a fab idea, it was lovely to re-visit all your wonderful outfits and read a little more about your favourites. :) <3 I especially adore the wrap dress (it really shows off your lovely figure) and that hot pink maxi dress (gorgeous colour!). As always, your handbags and accessories are on point! And look at all those cute puppy poses, awww. :3 <3

    Kay
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  20. Wrap dresses are perfect for pregnancies. Thankfully it's not something I need to worry about right now, but it's always nice to have inspiration for later in life :)
    xo
    Siffat
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    1. Wrap dresses are perfect for so many occasions! :)

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  21. You are glowing and beautiful in each and every look! Perfect maternity styles!

    Shauna

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  22. There are so many lovely outfits you worn. If you ask, which is my most fave? I would say the dress ^^

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  23. Lovely outfits! great recap!

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  24. These are such great inspiration for maternity outfits, Mica! You definitely managed to master both comfort and style, which I'm sure is difficult to do, perhaps mainly during the first pregnancy, when you're kind of learning how to style the bump! You've definitely given me some ideas on how I can style my bump in the future :) Thanks so much for sharing, beauty, and I hope you have a wonderful week ahead!

    XO,

    Jalisa
    www.thestylecontour.com

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    1. hehe yes I had a few outfit fails - in both pregnancies! It was nice to look back on the outfits I loved :)

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  25. Such a great wound up of all your outfits! I especally love the maxi dresses and skirts!

    Annessa
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  26. My two favorite looks were the striped dress with the pink accessories and the jeans with the lace blouse. You had two very stylish pregnancies!
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    1. Thanks! I managed to find some easy options that helped :)

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  27. I love how you mixed up all your pieces :) It looks like you invested in the perfect pieces since you got so much wear out of them!

    Mili

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    1. Yes I got a lot of wear, even from the maternity pieces.

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  28. I'm all for casual wear (in fact I love the outfits you styled with the maternity denim), but I have to say the dresses you featured in the office wear section really catch my eye - the striped dress with pink accessories was my fave! It's so helpful to have the different categories! All of these are great outfits Mica, this was a fantastic idea.

    Sam | http://mybeautycloud.com

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    1. I love that dress - it's perfect for the office and fits a baby bump for quite a long time! :)

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  29. i applaud you for being able to stay stylish within the pregnancy!!

    Have a great day!
    Animated Confessions

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  30. You did a great job of wearing these pieces styled a multitude of ways... very smart fashion tips for a prego lady! :o)


    Amber
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  31. Great outfits! Love all your looks!
    Xoxo,
    Love from www.trangscorner.com {a lifestyle, fashion, beauty, and food blog}

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  32. its really awesome that you share your pregnancy styles. you give so much style inspiration for those who might find it hard to dress fashionably during pregnancy :)



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  33. Maxi dress and maxi skirts are my go to wears too although I haven't been in the position of being pregnant. I like how you styled those :)

    xoxo,
    SHAIRA // New Post

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  34. After my pregnancy I did a recap on my pregnancy style but nothing this detailed. You were so stylish and wore practical outfits during both pregnancies. I am always a huge fan of maxis and wrap dresses for a pregnant belly. I loved both of your graphic B+W pencil skirts the best though. So fun and unique!

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    1. Maxis and dresses are pregnancy wardrobe essentials I think - but then I think they are essentials outside of pregnancy too! ;)

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  35. WOW this is such an amazing post you did a great job. I know how difficult it can be to try to find something to wear when your pregnant. I think this post was extremely helpful and proves that you can still look fashionable while pregnant! Love this post!

    Dominique
    Only The Brave Blog
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  36. And you did a great job! My favorites were the belted and wrap dresses. So cute Mica!
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  37. My time surely flies by, I've been following your blog for a while then ... :) Some of my favourites are the black and printed wrap dresses, as well as your pink maxi dress. Have an amazing week! <3
    Art Book For Foodies

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    1. Yes it has flown by - sounds like such a long time!

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  38. seriously, the cutest pregnant blogger EVER!! I bet you gave so many ladies such great pregnancy style inspiration!!

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  39. WOW you look amazing! Love your outfits!
    xoxo Lynda
    http://fashion-petite.com/

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  40. I feel like I should bookmark this post for when I'm pregnant in the future! You've nailed it hun- the wrap dresses look especially great


    Rachel xx
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  41. Such a variety! I love that they all look so comfy. I'm a big fan of the black skinny jean looks, especially the first one! I've started to take note of the dresses I own that will be perfect for down the road when I hopefully do have a baby in my belly! No doubt, I'll be coming back to you for ideas!
    Emily
    Darling, Dearest

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    1. Hopefully you'll be referring to this soon! :)

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  42. I love this round up of pregnancy outfits. You have such great styles, even when pregnant :)

    -Lily from With Love Lily Rose

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  43. You were seriously such a cute pregnant lady!! I hope maternity leave and 2 kids are treating you well! XO
    Lauren-Blair
    www.prefertobedemure.com

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    1. It is definitely different with two under 2, haha! Adjusting well though :)

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  44. Mica you are an expert at these maternity outfits! You definitely mastered comfort, style, and chose really versatile pieces. So many cute outfits! My favorite is definitely the striped dress with the pink accessories. :)

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    1. A favourite of mine too - I love that striped dress and it lasted quite far into my pregnancies which was nice.

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  45. A great recap of your maternity style! You were one stylish preggo mama!

    Thank you for joining TBT Fashion link up and hope to see you next week. Have a great weekend!

    Alice
    www.happinessatmidlife.com

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  46. I am loving the high waisted dresses. Also wrap dresses look go good and posh for office!
    Dora www.bangsbang.com

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  47. This is a great recap! I love having all your great outfits and ideas in one place.

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

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  48. Love the wrap dress, so chic and perfect for the belly! Xx

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  49. What a great post! You certainly know how to stay stylish when pregnant! I love how you restyled the same skirt different ways. Thanks for coming to Thursday Moda Linkup!
    xo, Lee
    www.wineandcouture.com

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  50. You are such a style icon! I've never seen pregnancy look so effortless and easy. Is it???

    XOXO
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    1. haha I'm glad it looks that way! It's easy once you hit on some simple combinations you can just keep repeating :)

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  51. Wow you did a great job dressing the belly! Not pregnant but did want to say that maxi dresses are great no matter your body shape or pregnancy/not pregnancy shape! The hot pink is great!

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    1. I agree, maxi dresses are wonderful! :)

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  52. You sure know how to work a maternity wardrobe and to me, you'll always be the Queen of the Maxi!

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  53. Wow Mica you made so many combos out of one capsule! I love hose stretch pencil skirts and they will last well beyond the maternity leave too.

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    1. I didn't have a capsule in the second trimester, although I did repeat a lot of pieces :)

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  54. What a great wrap up of outfits! So much more refreshing than my go-to black everything! Xx

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  55. Mica, you rock pregnancy! It really suits you.
    xx Kirsty

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  56. Thank you all for your lovely comments.

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  57. Wow, so many great outfits, with all of your lovely purses. I need to get into the maxi skirt and dress more, love how they look on you and the ease of them. The denim looks great as well. Lots of work on this post, great outfit inspiration!
    Thanks for linking up with Turning Heads tuesday
    jess xx
    www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com

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