https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Wed, 27 May 2026 14:28:48 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/style-question-does-ruching-maternity#post-2833612 Thu, 12 Jul 2018 12:49:53 +0000 pinkb 2833612@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think there is a clear difference in maternity rouching and regular. Maternity is generally down the side seams on shirts and dresses and such. I totally think maternity when I see it and it is meant to cover and accentuate the bump. Other rouching is usually pulled to one side or in another spot (not on the side seams). So I think you can tell its maternity and I do think to myself when I see someone with maternity rouching if they are pregnant again and have had girlfriends at work ask in conversation too ( with me not the person wearing it) so its not just me. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/style-question-does-ruching-maternity#post-2833319 Wed, 11 Jul 2018 10:13:05 +0000 pachamama 2833319@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I only think it looks maternity if you have a baby pooch! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/style-question-does-ruching-maternity#post-2833231 Tue, 10 Jul 2018 18:15:09 +0000 Mama Bird 2833231@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think not. Sometimes it just looks good. Especially for someone like me, who has a stick figure and no curves. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/style-question-does-ruching-maternity#post-2833218 Tue, 10 Jul 2018 14:31:52 +0000 Mrs. Champagne 2833218@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>To me it does. I really dislike rouching. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/style-question-does-ruching-maternity#post-2833214 Tue, 10 Jul 2018 14:15:20 +0000 babypugs 2833214@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I don't necessarily think it means maternity, but I definitely inspect the belly area for clues if someone has ruching. I avoid it because I don't want anyone wondering if I'm pregnant (and analyzing my stomach!). </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/style-question-does-ruching-maternity#post-2833206 Tue, 10 Jul 2018 13:46:17 +0000 Foodnerd81 2833206@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My belly is my problem area, and in general, I feel like ruching pulls on it at accentuates it in a not so flattering way (unless I’m pregnant! Which I’m not and most likely never will be again!). But I’ve definitely seen clothes with ruching that definitely are not maternity. I agree with @bhbee: about taking some photos around the house to see how it really looks after you’ve worn it a while. In regards to the bathing suit, if it’s comfy and flattering, wear it! Plenty of tankini a have ruching to adjust the length and fit. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/style-question-does-ruching-maternity#post-2833199 Tue, 10 Jul 2018 13:34:20 +0000 looch 2833199@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>In bathing suits no, because sometimes those tankini styles are done so that you can adjust the length on the side.</p> <p>But yes, in tops and dresses, if it's across the belly, I think maternity. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/style-question-does-ruching-maternity#post-2833196 Tue, 10 Jul 2018 13:32:21 +0000 codeitall 2833196@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>It depends on whether the ruching is intentional style, or added to the garment to make it maternity. If the ruching is centered primarily around the belly area on an otherwise normal shirt to add a considerable amount of fabric, I consider it maternity. If the ruching is limited to one side, adds just a little fabric, or covers a larger portion than just the belly area, I think the ruching is a style choice. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/style-question-does-ruching-maternity#post-2833178 Tue, 10 Jul 2018 13:04:10 +0000 petitenoisette 2833178@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Yes, for things like casual shirts, tank tops I do think rouching = maternity. I def wore some of my maternity shirts like that with rouching for a few months after my LO was born but I wouldn’t wear them long term without a layer on top. That’s just me though! For going to the pool like you mentioned I would prob still wear and not worry, but I do agree it could make you look pregnant even if you’re not. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/style-question-does-ruching-maternity#post-2833177 Tue, 10 Jul 2018 13:03:49 +0000 snowjewelz 2833177@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>No, I don't think or ruching immediately as maternity wear at all. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/style-question-does-ruching-maternity#post-2833175 Tue, 10 Jul 2018 12:44:43 +0000 bhbee 2833175@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>If it’s flattering wear it! If you’re worried maybe take some photos (to later delete, just for a different view than the mirror) from different angles or after wearing around the house (to see where it really sits vs where you pull it when you first put it on).<br /> But mostly I’d say just wear it if you like it! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/style-question-does-ruching-maternity#post-2833171 Tue, 10 Jul 2018 12:03:26 +0000 BadgerMom 2833171@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I’m still wearing my gap fit maternity t-shirts with the ruching five years later! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/style-question-does-ruching-maternity#post-2833168 Tue, 10 Jul 2018 11:52:36 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 2833168@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Rouching is figure flattering and not just for maternity wear. I would say that some maternity rouching is purposely trying to accent a bump so be mindful it hides or flaunts. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/style-question-does-ruching-maternity#post-2833167 Tue, 10 Jul 2018 11:48:54 +0000 PinkElephant 2833167@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Question for you all - when you see someone wearing a top or dress with ruching in the waistline/hip area, do you immediately think "maternity clothes"? Or is this an acceptable style feature for moms who are no longer pregnant/immediately postpartum.</p> <p>Admittedly, I'm talking about leftover maternity clothes (a few tankini tops, namely, as well as a maxi dress and one top I LOVE) that I like and would be happy to continue wearing....if it isn't going to make people either think I'm (a) pregnant again or (b) too lazy/slovenly to dress myself in clothes that fit. The tankinis are pretty slim (not much extra fabric at all), so I don't think they scream maternity - I think they're actually really flattering for taking my kids to the pool - but IDK...</p> <p>If it makes a difference, I'm petite (a size 2-4) and in pretty good shape, but I'm not as tight/muscular as I used to be, particularly in the hips/thighs/tummy - so I feel like I could use a little camouflage, but I'm also worried about ruching grabbing onto my no-longer-washboard abs and creating an imaginary baby bump...eek! Not sure if being slender helps or hurts my cause in wanting to look discreet (ie not have a bare belly/skin tight clothes) but also not look preggo.</p> <p>Thanks! </p>