The back-to-school season makes us want to refresh our wardrobes and embrace slightly more polished looks again. But between cooler mornings, still-mild afternoons and a changing pregnancy silhouette, the key is to choose pieces that are easy to wear and style. Denim, knitwear, leggings or dresses: discover 5 maternity looks for a comfortable and stylish new season.
Look 1 — Back-to-school denim
Jeans are one of those back-to-school essentials. Easy to style, they can be used to create countless outfits without spending too much time wondering what to wear.
During pregnancy, choose a fit that adapts to your growing bump without feeling restrictive and allows you to move freely.
At Jolibump, our maternity jeans without a belly band are designed to keep the look of classic jeans while adapting to your changing silhouette.
For the new season, we particularly love straight-leg or wide-leg jeans paired with a more fitted top to balance the proportions.
Look 2 — The flare leggings that change everything
Halfway between leggings and trousers, flare maternity leggings are a great alternative to jeans during pregnancy.
The flared cut elongates the silhouette while maintaining all the comfort you expect from leggings. In black, they become a true wardrobe staple; in a printed version, they instantly add more personality to your outfit.
To make flare leggings the statement piece of your look, simply pair them with a plain, fitted top.
The look: flare leggings + plain top + slightly oversized jacket.
A comfortable outfit that certainly doesn’t look like you chose comfort over style
Look 3 — Taking your summer dress into autumn
The new season doesn’t necessarily mean putting all your summer dresses away.
A dress worn throughout the warmer months can easily transition into the first weeks of autumn with a few clever layers. Our maternity dresses are designed to accompany you throughout your pregnancy and long after, whatever the season.
Simply add a cardigan, knit or jacket as temperatures begin to drop. Later in the season, swap your trainers for ankle boots.
The look: midi or maxi dress + knitted cardigan + trainers.
It’s also a great way to extend the life of your wardrobe and avoid buying different clothes for every season.
Look 4 — Knitwear and layering
September is probably one of the trickiest months to dress for: cool in the morning, sometimes warm in the afternoon and chilly again by the end of the day.
The easiest solution is layering.
A T-shirt or fitted top makes a comfortable first layer, while a cardigan or knit can easily be added or removed throughout the day.
During pregnancy, choose relaxed cuts that have enough room to adapt to your growing bump and that you’ll still want to wear afterwards.
The look: maternity jeans + fitted top + slightly oversized cardigan + trainers.
A simple and timeless new-season uniform that’s easy to reinvent again and again.
Look 5 — Chic and comfortable monochrome
On days when inspiration is lacking, monochrome dressing is probably one of the easiest ways to create an elegant silhouette.
Black, ecru, beige, chocolate brown or grey: start with one dominant colour and play with different shades and textures.
During pregnancy, this approach makes it particularly easy to build an outfit around comfortable pieces without losing that polished feel.
The look: brown trousers + black top + ecru jumper + minimalist accessories.
Simple, effective and easy to recreate with pieces you already own.
The colours to wear this autumn
After the bright colours of summer, the new season brings back deeper shades that are easy to mix and match.
Ecru, black, shades of beige and denim naturally return to our wardrobes, creating the perfect foundation for a timeless maternity wardrobe.
Prints don’t have to disappear either. Against a darker background, florals take on a more autumnal feel and are an easy way to bring colour into your new-season outfits.
The idea isn’t to follow every trend, but rather to choose a few shades that work beautifully together and make it easier to create different combinations.
How to build your maternity wardrobe for the new season
There’s no need to completely reinvent your wardrobe just because your bump is growing.
A few versatile pieces are enough to create plenty of outfits: a comfortable pair of jeans, leggings, flare leggings, a few easy-to-layer tops, a dress and a beautiful knit.
The key is to choose clothes that work together and can accompany you for more than just a few weeks.
At Jolibump, this philosophy is at the heart of our collections: creating clothes you’ll want to wear before, during and after pregnancy.
Because maternity clothes shouldn’t necessarily have to be put away once your baby arrives.