Get Inspired by This Month's Chicest Celeb Moms-to-Be

Updated on Oct 22, 2014 at 6:32 AM

When it comes to maternity style (and while we're at it, style in general), there's no doubt that celebs have an unfair advantage. Stylists, designer hookups, hair and makeup pros . . . it's easy to look good when you have an entire team on your side. But just because you don't have the perks of, say, a Duchess, it doesn't mean you can't take a cue from her pregnancy playbook. Here, some of our favorite maternity looks from the likes of Blake Lively, Kate Middleton, Kristen Bell, and more.

Layer Like Kourtney Kardashian

Well into her third pregnancy, Kourtney Kardashian knows a thing or two about maternity style. Take a page from her style book, and make a habit of layering button-down shirts and open cardigans over fitted dresses for easy Autumn dressing. The look is both flattering and practical for chilly Fall days.

Go For the Drama Like Carrie Underwood

OK, so you're probably not going to be hitting the stage like songstress Carrie Underwood, but her dramatic high-low hemline is a trend that any mom-to-be can embrace. You don't have to show this much skin to make it work, either . . . unless you're planning on being behind the mic with your baby bump.

Skintight Is Alright — Just Look at Kristen Bell

"Clingy" might not be what you had in mind when you hit the dress section of the maternity store, but follow Kristen Bell's lead and give it a try. This chic black halter dress shows off a fab figure, and without any excess fabric, it's surprisingly flattering.

Go Bold or Go Home Like Blake Lively

This street style snap of mom-to-be Blake Lively was taken in Manhattan's SoHo neighborhood earlier this week. Her oversize Aztec-print jacket was a bold choice, but with bare legs and neutral knee-high boots, it works. More dramatic curves mean you can make more dramatic style choices. Have fun with it!

For Alicia Keys, the Bolder the Better

Even if your typical taste in jewelry is subtle and simple, the new curves that come with pregnancy are cause for something more. Alicia Keys's ensemble for the Angel Ball in NYC earlier this week is proof that a little extra accessorizing can go a long way.

Take the Plunge Like Blake Lively

While you might not want to go quite as low as Blake (unless you have a red carpet event on the agenda), let her glamorous look from the 2014 Angel Gala serve as inspiration for your next night out on the town. Play up all of your pregnancy curves with a low-cut neckline.

Embrace Your Self-Confidence Like Kelly Rowland

Kelly Rowland is the latest pregnant celeb to strike a pose — nude. We're loving the message she's sending. Having a baby-on-board means that your body's evolving each and every day — embrace the change every step of the way. When you feel good, you look good!

Steal Rachel Bilson's Bohemian Style

Flowy, feminine silhouettes work wonders on a pregnant figure — Rachel Bilson is proof positive! Her casual white tunic top features on-trend tie-dye, and the overall look is one of ease and effortlessness — exactly what you need in your third trimester.

Tailor to a Tee Like Kate Middleton

Your ensemble doesn't have to be by Alexander McQueen to fit the way that Kate Middleton's chic coat dress does. It's not easy when your body is constantly changing, but do your best to invest in clothes that really fit your frame, or find a reasonably priced tailor to do the job for you.

Take a Risk Like Molly Sims

Before Kerry Washington's daring Prada ensemble at the 2014 SAG Awards, we might have thought it impossible to pair a crop top with a baby bump. But like Kerry before her, second-time mom-to-be Molly Sims has nailed the trend. We're not saying that you have to put your navel on display, but we are saying that it's OK to take some new fashion risks during pregnancy. You've got nine months to experiment with it!