--- title: "7 Closet Staples for Pregnant Women ..." description: "Black Leggings; Little Black Dress; V-Necks; Maternity Jeans; Open-front Sweaters or Cardigans; More ..." url: "https://fashion.allwomenstalk.com/closet-staples-for-pregnant-women/" category: "fashion" last_updated: "2026-06-02" --- # 7 Closet Staples for Pregnant Women ... When it comes to maternity fashion, I think the rule that most women follow is: “It SHOULD be comfortable.” You don't want to wear high-heeled shoes to look fashionable and regret it later. Or… wear tight-fitting dress because it’s an LV. My second pregnancy inspired me to write about this piece as a reminder that I don't have to always wear sweatpants just because I’m pregnant: ## 1. Black Leggings ![Black Leggings](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ht/b1/nsjol5qb_520x693.jpg) I have six of these in my closet because it’s my go-to outfit when I am lazy (which happens most of the time). You pick a pair of black leggings and pair it off with a pretty top and you’re off for your morning walk or a quick trip to the supermarket. I got my mine from Gap and Old Navy. Old Navy has some patterned, cropped leggings that you might want to check out. ## 2. Little Black Dress ![Little Black Dress](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/tr/dn/k9ihmgjr_590x875.jpg) I had Mila Kunis in mind the moment I wrote “LBD”. The way she hid her baby bump with this dress gave her that classy-sexy, soon-to-be-Mommy look. I never had a little black dress or a long black dress in my first pregnancy so I am madly scouring online shops for a good one. Any suggestions from you will be wonderful. ## 3. V-Necks ![V-Necks](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/dk/c8/b5i5s4mr_520x693.jpg) I have a soft spot for V-necks, pregnant or not pregnant. It’s a magic weight changer. It directs the onlookers’ attention to your chest and veers attention away from your arms. Whether it’s a dress or a tee, you can’t go wrong with V-Necks! My personal favorite is a long-sleeved V-Neck paired with maternity jeans and red ballet shoes. Makes me feel like I’m the pregnant Dorothy walking down the yellow, brick road! ## 4. Maternity Jeans ![Maternity Jeans](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/j3/t3/jw2rzpm1_410x400.jpg) Who said you should stop wearing jeans because you’re pregnant? Three best things about maternity jeans: comfortable, no zipper, and wearable after pregnancy. I don’t know about other women who have worn a pair or two but to me, it feels like wearing pajamas. It’s a good fit too! And I got to use mine after pregnancy – and will still use them in this second pregnancy. ## 5. Open-front Sweaters or Cardigans ![Open-front Sweaters or Cardigans](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/w7/cp/nn7rt0di_600x745.jpg) Oh hail the mighty cardigan, especially the open-front ones! I like the long ones that just hang loose in front. You wear jeans with a white top and finish your glowing look with a pink cardigan and you are ready to hit the road. I love this ensemble in days when I just feel particularly messy but have to get up to get something done. My personal advice is to purchase a cardigan/sweater that will make you feel good when those bad days come. Pick the happy colors, ladies! ## 6. Tank Tops and Camisoles ![Tank Tops and Camisoles](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/lo/o8/abzs9r37_520x693.jpg) It’s a basic piece that every pregnant woman should have. I own a camisole from Gap from my first pregnancy which I also wore while nursing my twins. I am buying more tank tops as my second pregnancy progresses. ## 7. Pretty, Maternity Panties ![Pretty, Maternity Panties](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/vt/zz/e05q0mqh_500x414.jpg) There are humungous ones of course. My Mom kept on telling me about buying the black ones that I think my grandmother wore in her 60s. But frankly, they just make me feel bad about myself because the colors are mostly dull, usually just black and skintone. I found the perfect alternative in a package from a friend who bought me low-rise maternity panties from e-bay. They're pretty and come in different colors! 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