https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sat, 18 Apr 2026 01:27:36 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/nursing-wardrobe-1#post-2612906 Mon, 29 Aug 2016 16:40:27 +0000 caterw 2612906@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Pickle: I did the same for my October baby! I probably wore a nursing tank every single day with a cardigan or a button-front shirt over top. I also liked big thin cotton scarves that could double as a nursing cover. The ones from H&amp;M are awesome and also probably the cheapest option at $24.99 for a 2 pack. I didn't buy a whole lot of "nursing clothes" because I found them to be even less cute than maternity clothes. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/nursing-wardrobe-1#post-2612875 Mon, 29 Aug 2016 15:55:41 +0000 Mrs. Champagne 2612875@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I wear a nursing bra and regular clothes.</p> <p>ETA: I got some cute looser fitting t shirts from old navy I lived in the first weeks PP. Easy to pull up to nurse and forgiving on the midsection ;) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/nursing-wardrobe-1#post-2612805 Mon, 29 Aug 2016 14:32:00 +0000 MrsKoala 2612805@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I bought some nursing tops from Envie de Fraises on Gilt a couple weeks ago and they are really nice. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/nursing-wardrobe-1#post-2612802 Mon, 29 Aug 2016 14:28:42 +0000 YogiRunner 2612802@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I love the idea of a comfy open cardigan that you can wear while pregnant or nursing, especially over a nursing tank. I'm 4 months PP and really appreciate the soft flowy tees I've accumulated! Maybe some that you can throw on over leggings or skinny jeans come fall? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/nursing-wardrobe-1#post-2612752 Mon, 29 Aug 2016 13:25:32 +0000 lilyofthewest 2612752@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Other than Rumina nurse/pump tanks I didn't have any nursing specific tops. I did end up getting more Henley tops and crossover cardigans. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/nursing-wardrobe-1#post-2612728 Mon, 29 Aug 2016 13:02:21 +0000 dragonsword 2612728@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Thanks everyone! Honestly, this is my second time around and I could not remember for the life of me what I did the first time! I guess it was because I EPed! I guess i'll have my money for now... :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/nursing-wardrobe-1#post-2612508 Mon, 29 Aug 2016 09:22:52 +0000 youboots 2612508@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I did not get any nursing tops. Just tanks from target with a button up or other easy access shirt over the top. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/nursing-wardrobe-1#post-2612504 Mon, 29 Aug 2016 09:18:12 +0000 snowjewelz 2612504@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I mostly just wore nursing tank top and tops with buttons! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/nursing-wardrobe-1#post-2612494 Mon, 29 Aug 2016 09:12:14 +0000 catlady 2612494@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Honestly, I would hold off on stuff that is specific to nursing. If you want to get some new things but don't want to just get maternity, maybe some comfy open sweaters? Those are nice for both maternity and nursing. I am at the same point in my pregnancy right now and I just stocked up on a couple long sleeve maternity shirts and some new (non-maternity) cardigans for the fall. </p> <p>The reason I suggest waiting is that I bought nursing tops at the end of my last pregnancy and ended up hating them all. It's hard to get the right size at this point, and also, nursing stuff can be very finicky. I ended up preferring just normal u-neck tops that were extra stretchy so I could pull them down as needed. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/nursing-wardrobe-1#post-2612441 Mon, 29 Aug 2016 07:39:24 +0000 LulaBee 2612441@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I also like tanks with shirts over for the early days. I have a Loyal Hana shirt that I like, and a Madeline Maternity shirt I like. I also have a Soon nursing dress. But in reality- shirt dresses, button up shirts, baggy tshirts are all super easy to nurse in. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/nursing-wardrobe-1#post-2612440 Mon, 29 Aug 2016 07:35:25 +0000 mamabolt 2612440@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>H&amp;M has some cute options! I also love Undercover Mama tanks with my regular shirts once weather cools off a bit. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/nursing-wardrobe-1#post-2612399 Mon, 29 Aug 2016 00:15:28 +0000 LindsayLou 2612399@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Honestly, I would recommend buying a couple tops and then holding off until you're nursing and know what works for you. I ended up not being a fan of specifically designed nursing shirts. I wear a basic tank or camisole under every shirt I wear, and pull one up and one down. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/nursing-wardrobe-1#post-2612394 Sun, 28 Aug 2016 23:46:16 +0000 Mrs. Pickle 2612394@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My baby was born in the fall. I wore a lot of nursing tanks and either button down shirts or long cardigans in the beginning. I would wear skinny jeans, and flats or boots. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/nursing-wardrobe-1#post-2612385 Sun, 28 Aug 2016 22:53:05 +0000 dragonsword 2612385@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Hi all, I'm starting to feel frumpy coming into my 3rd trimester and hate to spend money on clothes that I will only wear for another 3-4 months. I'm starting to look for nursing close where I won't look so drabby. Any recommendations on where to get nice nursing shirts? Thanks! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/please-help-me-with-photoshoot-wardrobe#post-2488866 Wed, 09 Mar 2016 14:39:11 +0000 pregnantbee 2488866@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Ash: Oooh, thank you :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/please-help-me-with-photoshoot-wardrobe#post-2488848 Wed, 09 Mar 2016 14:28:56 +0000 Ash 2488848@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p> [attach=2798/16/o3se49.337x600.image.png] [attach=2798/16/o3se4a.337x600.image.png] https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/please-help-me-with-photoshoot-wardrobe#post-2488782 Wed, 09 Mar 2016 13:48:21 +0000 pregnantbee 2488782@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Not sure if this is the right board, so please move if not.</p> <p>My sister, BIL, their 20 mo daughter, me, DH, our 3.5 yo son, and my parents are planning to do a beach photo shoot! I'm so excited about this opportunity, as they are few and far between.</p> <p>This is where you come in: I'm almost 20w pregnant and am sporting a very obvious bump (aka I need to wear maternity clothes). I'm not sure we will be into matchy-matchy with all white or black shirts and jeans. We'd like something that will look good and is also easy to acquire if we don't already own the item. The photographer suggested we wear tighter-fitting clothing because it can be windy.</p> <p>ETA: It will probably be high 60s, low 70s.</p> <p>Do you have a favorite family beach photo that illustrates a casual, yet put together look? Links/images appreciated. Thanks!</p> <p>Note: I already own a coral-colored casual dress (which may not be great in a windy situation), white shirt, black shirt, jeans, leggings....DS owns chambray or denim shirts, khakis, jeans. DH owns jeans, khakis, a variety of plaid button-down shirts. No idea about my parents, though I do know they at least own jeans. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/wardrobe-woes#post-1616296 Tue, 06 May 2014 12:34:32 +0000 banana 1616296@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm also in the "dress it up with accessories" camp. My wardrobe consists of nice basics (some great jeans, tons of stripe and solid tops, cardigans) and classic accessories (belts, necklaces, lots of bracelets). I invest in classic pieces so I do spend a bit of money on those items but I don't shop often. </p> <p>Basics look so much better with a statement jewelry piece or handbag. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/wardrobe-woes#post-1615149 Tue, 06 May 2014 06:16:35 +0000 Mrs. Bee 1615149@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. J: yup she is! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/wardrobe-woes#post-1614813 Mon, 05 May 2014 21:02:12 +0000 Mrs. J 1614813@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Sammyfab: @cascademom: Thanks!!<br /> @Mrs. Bee: Is Brandy going to do a summer wardrobe post to go with the Fall and Spring ones? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/wardrobe-woes#post-1613153 Mon, 05 May 2014 10:58:35 +0000 cascademom 1613153@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I read this fashion blog for wardrobe inspiration: <a href="http://looplooks.net/" rel="nofollow">http://looplooks.net/</a> One of her recent posts about pairing a cardigan with jeans was really good because I look so plain otherwise. I like her style a lot too. It's fashionable and relatable.</p> <p>I have tons of accessories, so learning how to pair them with clothes is key for me. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/wardrobe-woes#post-1613126 Mon, 05 May 2014 10:52:58 +0000 Sammyfab 1613126@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm a skinny jeans and looser top kind of girl (or the opposite...looser bottoms and tight top). I wear a lot of solids but I also love stripes, polka dots and florals. A lot of my wardrobe is from the Gap. I would post some pics for you but I don't have any :bummed: . </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/wardrobe-woes#post-1613078 Mon, 05 May 2014 10:40:38 +0000 Mrs. Bee 1613078@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. J: another thing i had a problem with in the past is i would buy something cute and not have an idea what to wear it with. rather than a must have piece (the basics guides are a great starting point), maybe you could recreate a couple of great head to toe. pinterest is a great source for inspiration. i tend to have a couple of go to outfits, and i can always mix it up a little by changing the accessories.</p> <p>good luck! :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/wardrobe-woes#post-1613063 Mon, 05 May 2014 10:36:12 +0000 LuLu Mom 1613063@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. J: I'm cheap :) So I get a lot of my staples at Target, Old Navy, Gap, The Loft. I get some stuff at Kohl's, I really like the LC line and have good luck with the APT line. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/wardrobe-woes#post-1613053 Mon, 05 May 2014 10:34:34 +0000 Mrs. J 1613053@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Bee: Thanks! I've been looking at your post about wardrobe basics--I think I need to definitely invest in some of those and some accessories, rather than too much "on trend" clothing. </p> <p>@looch: I have not checked out Boden, but I will!</p> <p>@LuLu Mom: Thanks! Where do you tend to shop?</p> <p>The funny thing is, everyone at work says I'm one of the best dressed teachers. I love clothes, but some of it has been sitting in my closet for far too long. Just because I can wear something from high school doesn't mean I should! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/wardrobe-woes#post-1612738 Mon, 05 May 2014 09:15:26 +0000 LuLu Mom 1612738@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I agree with @Mrs. Bee, basics mixed in with fun accessories can help make your wardrobe go further. I think staple pieces to have:<br /> ankle pants (black/navy/white), solid colored shirts &amp; a couple stripes, a nice pair of jeans, maxi skirts/dresses, black pointe dress, and a pair of dressier shorts. You can mix and match all these items to build different outfits and throw in some color with fun costume necklaces/bracelets, scarves, shoes, bags, ect. These things are cheaper to replace! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/wardrobe-woes#post-1612606 Mon, 05 May 2014 08:32:51 +0000 SugarplumsMom 1612606@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Following </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/wardrobe-woes#post-1612539 Mon, 05 May 2014 08:08:00 +0000 Mrs. Bee 1612539@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>i found that accessories are really what can transform an outfit. so i tend to wear basic things (last night i wore a striped dress with tights and ankle boots. But i also wore an anchor necklace, a wrap bracelet watch, and a big scarf.</p> <p>I have a decent amount of jewelry, and that really changes outfits up. I never spend a lot on them either. Usually street vendors, banana has some cute pieces as does Anthro.</p> <p>There are monthly styling services that send you an outfit too if you want to go that route! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/wardrobe-woes#post-1612434 Mon, 05 May 2014 06:34:26 +0000 looch 1612434@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Have you checked out Boden ( DO NOT get distracted by the kids section, it's adorable!!!)? I really like all of the things I have ordered from there, from dresses, tunic tops and blazers. I haven't bought pants from there, because I wear basically two styles, both from Banana Republic (Hampton and Jackson).</p> <p>I also do skorts from Athleta (before you wrinkle your nose, they're not the skorts from our childhood). They're a skirt with bascially bike shorts under neath, so you can function just like you're wearing shorts, but with a skirt! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/wardrobe-woes#post-1612429 Mon, 05 May 2014 06:31:19 +0000 Mrs. J 1612429@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Bump! </p>