The Five Best Maternity Jeans (for the rest of us)
Oh how I enjoy window shopping–whether it be on Spring Street or on Internet Explorer, on Robertson Boulevard or on Firefox. And if you’ve got it, well girlfriend, go ahead and flaunt it. But like most of the mamas I know, I need to be practical when actually pulling out the plastic. So, here are five fun denim picks for the mama to be–all under $100 (and all but one under $50)!
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Liz Lange for Target Fashion Denim Pants ($29.99 at Target): That’s right, honey, I said Tar-jay.I love these real waist, hidden elastic jeans because you don’t have to worry about bands showing or slipping.These jeans are super comfy and even work during that awkward postpartum period when nothing seems to fit right.
Another great real-waist option is these drawstring Maternity Real Waist Chambray Pants ($25 at Old Navy)…why can’t all my pants have drawstrings? |
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Secret Fit Belly styles from Motherhood Maternity ($19.98-$44.98 at Motherhood Maternity): Secret Fit Jeans put full panel maternity jeans to shame.If you are tired of mid-belly panels that cut into your stomach, fall down, and create awkward “panel lines,” you’ll love the new secret fit panel that comes all the way up above your belly to just below your chest. |
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Maternity Roll-Panel Pinstripe Trouser Jeans ($36.50 at Old Navy): Dress up your denim with these pinstripes. |
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Signature by Levi Strauss & Co ($25 at Walmart Women’s Apparel): I am generally not a fan of the demi panel jean, but the Signature collection actually manages to stay put and offer a lot of support, even after several washings. And the denim itself looks great–like you paid much more for your jeans. |
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GapMaternity: Full panel fabulous jeans ($68 at The Gap): The priciest pick on our list but one of our editor’s favorite maternity denim choices. After trying dozens of maternity jeans, these are the only ones that went the full term for her, providing plenty of support without falling down. Because when you are 38 weeks pregnant, you shouldn’t have to worry about losing your pants. |
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Clothing Giveaway!
Signature by Levi Strauss & Co is offering a $200 giveaway to “outfit your family.” The Signature line offers clothing for men, women, children, and teens.
You can get up to THREE ENTRIES. Leave a separate comment for each of these entries:
- All you have to do is visit Signature by Levi Strauss & Co and let us know what your favorite Signature design is and/or share a maternity clothing tip with us! Leave your comment by August 21, 2008, 11:59 PM EST. US Shipping Only.
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The totally slimming at waist bootcut is my fave signature design. The thing to remember when you are pregnant is that you are creating life and that is always beautiful!
Mamma mia
love the men’s bootcut
Well it isn’t a jean, but skirts are just my fave clothing piece. no wedgies!!!!
I stumbled you!
And I was already subscribed to your feed!
have a great weekend!!!
i like men’s bootcut.
I love the Low-Rise Bootcut.
I like the look of the Double Shank Bootcut
I like the Women’s 5 Pocket Trouser.
Maternity Wear Tip: Look for long, babydoll style shirts at cheap “teeny bopper” stores and buy in L or XL. Most of my shirts that fit me best at 9 months pregnant were those treasures that I found and not real maternity shirts (they were too short to cover the belly well).
My fav design is the low slim flare.
I love the juniors low slim bootcut. Thanks for the great giveaway!
I love the Juniors’ “low slim flare”. So cute and affordable!
I like the 5 pocket trousers!
The Men’s Bootcut has a nice style.
The best maternity clothing tip I have is do NOT constantly pull up on the panel of your maternity pants. It will cause rips!
I like several, but I’ll go with the Men’s Bootcut.
My favorite is the Womens Low Rise Bootcut
Five pocket Trouser
Thanks!
Just wanted to let you know I also signed up for your monthly newsletter.
mens bootcut :)
The Midrise Bootcut is my favorite design
Totally Slimming At Waist Boot Cut Jeans are my favorite. I’m too short for flared legs.
I like the Midrise Boot Cut.
totally slimming at waist bootcut
I love the low slim flares!!
I like the men’s 5 pocket jeans.
Low rise bootcut
I like the boys bootcut.
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These jeans are great for my daughter who is expecting.
The totally slimming at waist bootcut is my favorite.
I love the mid-rise bootcut. Maternity clothing tip– Invest in a few “built in bra” tank tops, they are more comfortable to wear around the house when you need a bra but dont want to put one on.
I like Men’s bootcut because they always seem to fit me better through the hips. I must have some big ‘ole hips, ha ha.
the low slim bootcut looks nice!
Bootcut is the one for me!
My best maternity clothes tip is “borrow whatever you can” from friends, relatives, neighbors, ANYONE! You will be so sick of the clothes at the end of the pregnancy you will want them out of sight and out of the house! :) THANKS!
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Midrise Bootcut for sure!
THANKS
I am already a subscriber…thanks for extra entry! GREAT contest :)
Who doesn’t need some slimming! I’d go the slimming bootcut.
my fav is the mens bootcut!
THANK YOU GOD BLESS
Great giveaway! My favorite Levi’s item is a basic men’s relaxed fit jean. Every man looks great with that little red tag on his back pocket.
And I subscribed to your monthly newsletter!
i found that my maternity clothes made it to the end (with twins) and some of my regular clothes lasted me longer just by the addition of a large sized men’s undershirt (wife beater, if you will).
Boot cut always look great and they make great jeans!
My favorite signature design is the men’s relaxed fit jeans.
Thank you for the chance!
I like the men’s 5 pocket jeans.
I like the boot cut.
mens bootcut
my DH practically lives in his jeans, especially the regular cut.
Mid-rise trouser. thanx!!
mens boot cut
I like the Low Rise Bootcut. I always wear Levi’s. My daughter wears their jeans too!
Low Rise Bootcut!! Cute cute
I gave you thumbs up, same nickname.
I am already a subscriber!
I like the 5 pocket trouser!
Totally Slimming at Waist Boo cut Levi jean is my favorite Thanks goodness for Built-in tummy control panel !!
men’s boot cut!
My maternity tip is to not buy anything too early. I bought some maternity clothes early in my pregnancy, thinking that I would be ready and then they didn’t fit later on! You really don’t know how your body will change.
I have a low rise, boot cut pair of jeans that I love.They are my favorite.Sure would love another pair! thank you for the giveaway!
I like the way the Low Slim Flare fit me the best! I have a problem finding jeans that are long enough, but I can always find Levi’s that work! And my best maternity clothes tip is just to keep it simple…Don’t run out and buy everything you see! Maternity clothes are temporary, so just buy the basics! Save your money and buy some nice clothes as a reward for losing your baby-weight later!
And I’m already a subscriber! YAY!
Bootcut!!
Thank you for sponsoring the giveaway. I like the Slim Flare.
I like the Women’s Mid-Rise Bootcut Jeans. Thanks for the great giveaway!
I like the low slim bootcut
love them all
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I like the totally slimming mid rise boot cut and could really use this for school shopping
I love the low rise boot cut jeans. I could really use their 9 months maternity jeans~ due in January! I like to dress stylish and comfortable while prego!
Thanks for a super giveaway and a chance to win this generous contest!
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I am subscribed to your newsletter~ and I love your site!
Thanks!
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the men’s relaxed jeans.
low slim flare!
Thank you for having this contest. I really appreciate it. I like the 5 pocket trousers!
I signed up for the monthly newsletter:)
oooo, I like the totally slimming bootcut jeans! Nice:)
I added to Kirtsy..really I voted it up. It was already there:)
my maternity clothing tip: put a hair elastic around your button to get longer wear out of your pants. I also didn’t buy any maternity shirts this time around, I just went to Forever 21 and found tons of great shrits that fit even better than the stuff at Motherhood Maternity!
Love the jeans
I love the five pocket trousers. tinawittmer(at)yahoo(dot)com
I am already subscribed to your blog - it’s awesome. tinawittmer(at)yahoo(dot)com
thanks
Love the panel
Nice to see you.
I like the low slim bootcut and low slim flare.
Low Rise Boot Cut mif1018(at)aol(dot)com
lowrise bootcut
My favorite Signature design is Totally Slimming At Waist Bootcut :) *Thanks* for the giveaway!
I signed up for your monthly newsletter for an extra entry :)
I Stumbled this guide for an extra entry:
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I like the welt pocket trousers!
I also added you to my twitter. under this email heabrook[at]gmail[dot]com
My favorite signature design is the low rise bootcut, but the five pocket trouser jeans look great too!
I love the men’s loose fit jeans. My hubby would look great in them.
I signed up for your newsletter.
I did the twit this too :)
I love the Totally slimming at Waist Bootcut jeans. Thanks for the great giveaway. We could really use the jeans for back to school for everyone in the family!
I like the carpenter for kids.
I also gave you a thumbs up on stumble upon.
My favorite Signature design for women is the totally slimming at waste boot cut jeans. Levi Strauss is a great company. Thanks for the opportunity to enter.
The woman’s mid rise bootcut is my fave Signature design. I love Levi’s!!
I love the low rise flairs!
commented blogged subbed to all 3… sign me up. I have 5 kids and love the low rise boot cut womens… This would be a great treat!
I like the 5 pocket trousers. Although, I need maternity jeans right now.
Low-Rise Bootcuts are my favorite.
I like the Welt Pocket Trouser.
low rise flares!
I love levis.. But I have to go with the mid rise trouser. Thanks!
The totally slimming at waist boot-cut
My FAV is the women’s five pocket trouser jean. I LUV to wear jeans every day! This is an amazing giveaway!
I am signed up for your daily email digest.
Thanks for the second entry, I am keeping my fingers crossed for a win.
The low rise bootcut are sweet!!
Thank you for the great giveaway!
:)
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long flowy dresses during the summer are my fave for summer preggers
My favorite is the mid-rise bootcut jean.
Maternity tip: Use a Hip T or Blush Tee over your unbuttoned jeans to make them last a little longer…then use it afterwards to cover a little middle while pulling up your shirt to nurse!
I love the low slim flare!
I’m an email subscriber!
I stumbled this post!
I like totally slimming at waist bootcut. The stretchiness would be comfy.
I get the newsletter!
The mid-rise bootcut and five pocket trouser are super cute!
Love any flare jeans!
My favorite Signature design is the “totally slimming at waist bootcut” jeans for women.
Another one for the totally slimming mid rise boot cut. Thanks!
I adore the Low Slim Bootcut!
i love the 5 pocket trousers!
I love the low slim bootcut! They have so many cute styles!
Low-Rise Bootcut for me!
wow what grate jeans i love to try and win some new ones thanks
I love Levi jeans! Theay are really the only jeans that fit me well, plus they don’t cost you a fortune like other jeans! Thanks for a great giveaway, I really like the slimming waist bootcut jeans! Thanks again, and blessings! aclhart(at)gwtc(dot)net
I really like the slimming bootcut jeans. THank you for having this!
The men’s straight leg jeans.
I love the totally slimming at waist bootcut and can definitely use one of these!! Thanks for the great giveaway!
I’ve signed up for the newsletter!
Thanks again!
Low rise boot cut woman’s jeans.
DON’T go to regular clothing stores and buy larges and think they’ll pass as maternity clothes. You feel frumpy, and then once you’ve had the baby, be tempted to wear them again, and feel even frumpier! Go to the maternity section, buy some great clothes and show off your great belly!
I like the Pocket Trouser for women. Classy.
My favorite is the midrise boot cut. Great jeans.
I like the Low Slim Bootcut! Thanks for the opportunity to win!
I signed up for your monthly newsletter!
I’m a subscriber.
Aaand I shared this on Facebook. :-) Thanks!
I’ve just twitted the guide.
I love the low rise boot cut jeans! not only do they look fabulous but they are at price I can afford!
I love the straight leg jeans!
I signed up for the newsletter
I did facebook!
My son loves the Levi’s carpenters. Levi’s is his favorite brand. I think they last much, much longer too!
seeryusfam@msn.com
MY favorite design is the low slim bootcut!
I love the Low-Rise Bootcut. Totally my style!
I like the women’s 5 pocket trousers. Trouser-style jeans are supposed to be good for those of us who are vertically challenged!
I like the 5 pocket trouser… they look stylish! Thanks for the giveaway!
I like the Figure-flattering design, above the waist.
My best maternity clothing tip… oversized sweat shirts and sweat pants (if it’s not summer time). That is what I used and I was nice and comfy without having to “break the bank” since maternity clothes can be so $$$ at times.
Thanks for a great giveaway!
I love the Low-Rise Bootcut- it flatters my figure best!
I like the women’s midrise bootcut jeans.
men’s bootcut!
I like at-waist bootcut
I’ve signed up for your newsletter.
And now I’ve Stumbled this post (my user name is Cranial Hiccups)
As annoying as maternity clothes can be at times, you’ll look back fondly on the days of no buttons and no zipper!
I like the Low Rise bootcut style.
really like the women’s 5 pocket trouser
I love the Welt pocket Trousers and the Maternity jeans. What great timing for school shopping! Thanks!
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I am already a subscriber! Thanks!
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I like the flare low rise jeans. I could use some because I’m done with the maternity ones, but have found an extra inch or so on my waist so my old jeans don’t fit (yet!).
I’m a subscriber to your newsletter too!
I love the 5-pocket trouser.
I subscribed to the monthly newsletter
I twittered this too!
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i like bootcut
I like the mid rise bootcut jeans for women.
I like the Girl’s Flare jeans for my little girl.
I love the trouser jeans! Adorable. My maternity tip clothing is to go and try on the expensive brands in the store and then buy gently used on ebay. It’s the way I stay somewhat trendy while pregnant and on a budget as well!
Bootcut jeans for girls
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I’m a subscriber
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I’m loving the midrise bootcut. Low rise is too low for my big hips, and I’ve never been a big fan of wearing jeans right on my waist. So this is a happy medium :)
The totally slimming jean for women - such a great price! As for maternity I’d say keep your wardrobe simple (solid colors etc) and then add accessories. Thanks!
The Totally Slimming Mid-rise Boot Cut would be perfect for me.
Slimming bootcut.
Turn dresses into shirts. Wear leggings, under the belly. Sometimes that’s more comfortable than a panel when you aren’t going anywhere to special. But, invest in a least on pair of maternity jeans you fee great in.
I stumbled you.
I always loved the low rise bootcut, but after having a baby and things not going back as tight as they used to be, i might need a midrise now. :)
lOW RISE FIT
low slim flare
I love the men’s carpenter jeans! Hope I win!
Oh1 I also like the men’s montara cargo jeans! So cute!
Hope I win!
I love the women’s low rise Boot Cut.. . Would love to have some of these and definitely buy some of the toddlers designs also! Great Giveaway
Those low ride boot cuts look great (for when I’m not pregnant) and I like their maternity jeans too!!
I like the mid-rise bootcut. I also like their kids jeans. I have to get super skinny/slim jeans for my oldest boy and they are so hard to find.
I love the low rise bootcut jeans.
I could use the slimming at the waist bootcut jeans!
love any bootcut jean but i think i would like their mid-rise boot cut jean!!
The Totally Slimming Boot Cut jeans would be awesome! Our family could use this giveaway!
I Stumbled for extra credit! (betskev)
I love the babydoll type shirts - you can wear them afterwards and you don’t have to worry about still wearing your maternity clothes.
I like the men’s Authentics Boot Cuts.
I like the 5-pocket trouser. Sweet!
Totally slimming bootcut…yep…thats the one! I used to wear my hubbie’s clothes while pregnant - but I guess you have to be married to a big guy to make it 9 months in his clothes :)
I love the midrise bootcut jean!! THANKS!!!
I signed up for your Newsletter
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I shared you on Facebook too!!! THANKS!!!
I signed up for your monthly newsletter.
I shared you via Stumble Upon.
I’d love the totally slimming midrise bootcut. They look very flattering.
I love the low rise boot cut!
Thanks for the fabulous giveaway. I am due 2 weeks and will soon need new jeans!
I wore a lot of tunics and babydoll style shirts when pregnant. The totally slimming at waist bootcut is my favorite design.
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The Low Slim Flare are my kind of jeans.
Great giveaway! Count me in. bebemiqui82(at)yahoo(dot)com
5-pocket trousers looks like a style I could wear to work. A maternity tip……I always wore the elastic panel (just couple inches wide) throughout my pregnancy. I just wore them below my belly once I got big enough for the panels. Thanks! Make sure you visit my site I’m giving away a Princess Bracelet on August 9th.
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I signed up for your daily email.
I love the women’s low rise bootcut.
I like the mid-rise trouser.
(I already am on your e-mail list.)
I like the low-rise bootcut jeans. When I was pregnant, I loved wearing these long tanktops under my shirts. They were great at covering my ever-expanding belly.
the men’s bootcut
My fave is the mid rise bootcut. I signed up for the newsletter.
I love the low-rise boot cut.
The maternity boot cut jeans look great! I’ve found the best way to find cute maternity clothes is to ask other pregnant moms where they found theirs. They are happy to answer when you complement them on how good they look!
I like the mid-rise bootcut jean for women. I don’t want my underwear showing when I bend down, like in some of the low-rise jeans!
Low-Rise Bootcut is my favorite style right now, i just subscribed to the monthly newsletter too
I like mens relaxed fit jeans.
Thank-you!
i love the double shank bootcut jeans!
When I was pregnant, I saved a lot of money by shopping in the men’s department instead of in the maternity department. Okay, Maybe I wasn’t a fashion plate, but men’s t-shirts are well made and an XL was plenty roomy — same with a men’s button front shirt. Just call it “boyfriend maternity chic” and save lots of money! :)
Low slim bootcut! Thanks for the giveaway!
I like the Mid Rise Trouser. Very cute and I’m going to need to new jeans when I lose weight.
For me the maternity tip that I have is to find a pair of jeans that have stretch in them and you feel great in. There isn’t anything worse than being pregnant and not liking the way you look in your clothes. Silver Jeans makes some stretch jeans that have taken me into my 8th month of pregnancy! I would love to try the Levi jeans as well.
5 pocket trousers
My favorite is the low-rise bootcut.
I stumbled this great giveaway :)
I love the low-rise trousers!
I like the mid-rise boot cut jeans.
I like the Low rise boot cut!
Geez, you just can’t beat Levi Strauss can you? American as apple pie.
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I wonder…should I change my favorite to mid rise boot cut?
I am going with low rise boot cut.
I think skirts look and feel the best when I’m prego.
Wear flip-flops in the summer time and Uggs in the winter. No shoelaces!
slim bootcut
The 5 pocket trouser looks really classy! Thanks so much!
the low slim flare!
I would love a boot cut pair !!
I love the mid-rise totally slimming jean!
I shared the guide, too!
I’ll be getting the newsletter, too.
Since I’ve been through maternity, now I need a mid to high rise, can’t stand seeing low rise everywhere, it does not work with my post-childbirth stomach. A maternity clothing tip: buy adjustable waistbands, they will come in handy as you grow, and then shrink back down.
i love them all