Fashion & Gear - Maternity

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From Naomi Watts and Angelina Jolie to Jennifer Garner and Ellen Pompeo, Hollywood’s style conscious moms-to-be love to rock Citizens of Humanity maternity denim.

During her pregnancy, Sarah Michelle Gellar Prinze sported a pair of their casual jean shorts while running errands last July. Ever the fashionista, Gwen Stefani opted for a skinny dark rinse pair to offset her roomy top while pregnant with Zuma in 2008.

Citizens of Humanity

Known for their superior fit, Citizens brings the same attention to detail to its maternity collection as it does its regular styles.

Their over-the-belly jeans, skirts and shorts are super comfy and hug the body in all the right places. If you love designer and want the look even while pregnant, this is the denim brand for you.

We recommend buying the classic Kelly Bootcut style ($180) as your pregnancy denim staple.

They’re so well-crafted, you’ll only need one pair!  Plus, the cut and color are universal so you can dress them up or down.

FEM by t-bags Maternity

Just because you’re pregnant doesn’t mean you have to compromise your fashion sense. FEM by t-bags — short for Fabulous Expectant Mother — has lots of chic options that will keep you stylin’ the whole nine months.

Launched in Spring 2007, this stylish maternity collection (tops and dresses) was created by t-bags designers Shadi Askari and Su-Lyn Tay who are known for mixing vintage prints with contemporary silhouettes for a fresh, modern take on womenswear.

One of our faves is the Butterfly dress ($168) which drapes well over a growing bump. And the Flutter Sleeve dress (originally $172, now $99) is a great choice for a daytime wedding or cocktail party. Want a sophisticated look for work? Try the Side Ruched dress ($184). The v-neck and faux wrap shape are super flattering, plus the green floral pattern is beautiful.

The line is sold at most maternity boutiques, as well as Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and Nordstrom. For more information on stores in your area, click here.

Choosing an outfit for a special event is no easy feat — even with the help of a stylist! But add a burgeoning baby belly to the mix and things get well, complicated. Especially since celebrity moms-to-be want nothing more than to look glam for their last few — baby-free — nights out on the town.

While the majority of stars like to keep their belly under wraps with flowing frocks, some like to show it off in dresses that accentuate their new curves.

We recently spotted reality star Kourtney Kardashian, actress Ashley Jensen and soap star Marcy Rylan doing just that — and boy did they look amazing!

Got a big event coming up? Check out our chic picks below and stylishly put your bumps on full display!

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9 Months to Grow

Shopping while pregnant is never easy. What should you buy? What size should you get? And is it really worth it — especially if you’re only going to wear it for a short period of time? Online maternity clothing boutique 9 Months to Grow just might be the answer to all your buying needs.

From skinny jeans to pretty party dresses, you’ll find lots of trendy pieces that will keep you styling, well, the whole 9 months. More importantly, the prices won’t hurt your wallet.

One of our faves is the Button Cuff Maternity Tee ($80, above left). We also love the Tribeca Maternity Cardigan ($110). It’s the ultimate winter must-have, plus it’ll keep you cozy after the baby arrives.

Right now, the shop is offering CBB readers an exclusive discount of 25% off all orders. Just use code “cbb25″ at checkout. Hurry up, the offer ends on November 2nd.

Fit2BMom

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, maternity activewear company Fit2BMom has created the Go Pink Kit ($52) — which comes with a ruched maternity roundneck tee, headband and drawstring gym bag.

Through October 31, 15% of all proceeds from this product will be donated to the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

If you’re a mom-to-be who likes hitting the gym, you should also check out Fit2BMom’s other workout gear. They’ve got everything from moisture-wicking tanks and tees to comfy yoga pants and shorts. Sizes run from XS to L.

Each piece is made of a supplex/lycra material designed to snugly fit your growing belly at each stage of your pregnancy — they’ll even hug your body after baby. New mom Ana Ortiz (Ugly Betty) is a fan.

– Nancy

Moody Mamas

Ultra-hip maternity line Moody Mamas (celeb fans include Heidi Klum, Jessica Alba and Ashlee Simpson-Wentz) has just launched an affordable capsule collection at Target.com. From comfy loungewear to gorgeous dresses, stylish moms-to-be will have everything they need to look good during their pregnancy — at prices everyone will love.

Designed by 20-something designers Marta Abrams and Elise Rosemarin, the line is full of chic pieces that you can wear at home or at work. The collection is exclusively available online. Right now, you can snap up the Ruffled Tunic Top in red ($34.99, middle) or the Jersey Ruffle Wrap ($39.99) in grey (right).

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Supermodel Gisele Bündchen has mostly kept her maternity style lowkey — wearing easy, basic tees and pants for most of her pregnancy. And one of her fave t-shirt brands is Bumboo, an eco-friendly line of tees ($44 – $56) made entirely from bamboo plants. Recently, she sported their Long Sleeve U-Neck Tee ($56) on a leisurely walk in Boston September 24th.

Want the same top? You’re in luck! The company’s offering an exclusive 20% off discount to our readers. Just enter “people20″ at checkout. Hurry up! The offer ends October 30th.

For more great deals, click here.

Spanx/Assets

Many women (including celebs) swear by SPANX, especially the company’s maternity collection — Sarah Michelle Prinze reportedly wore them throughout her pregnancy. So we were excited to hear that the company’s affordable offshoot, ASSETS, was launching the Marvelous Mama line for fall.

Available at Target for $16-$20, it features three products: Terrific Tights, which firm the hips and offer tummy support; Perfect Pantyhose, which don’t cling to clothes; and the Unbelievable Underwear, for use under skirts and short dresses. After all, moms-to-be deserve a sexy silhouette, too!

– Kate Hogan

Trends For Kids USA will be bringing Lässig Bags & Maternity Products to the USA this fall. This German bag and textile company has four product lines: family (which includes diaper bags and maternity/mama items), kids (small backpacks, messenger bags, lunch coolers and rolling suitcases), teens (backpacks and messenger bags) and office (messenger bags, laptop sleeves, and pencil pouches).

We were recently able to check out their entire collection. Hitting the USA first in the fall will be their stunning Messenger Diaper Bags (see the picture above), the Maternity Bellybands, the Allover Wrap and the Kids line.
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Just because you’re expecting doesn’t mean you have to give up your skinny jeans. Nicole Richie sticks to her hippie-chic style with custom-made Jet jeans that allow room for her growing tummy.

From acid-washed to distress to classic blue, Jet jeans are your ticket to star style while pregnant. And from now until September 15, PEOPLE.com readers can get 15% off Nicole’s classic blue maternity Jet jeans, with discount $173 (originally $204), at JohnEshaya.com.

Enter the code “V8NAA6″ at checkout to get receive your discount. Happy shopping!

– Andrea DeSimone