You got the positive pregnancy test, cried tears of joy, then watched in wonder as your previously (sorta) flat stomach started growing, along with so many other parts you never expected. Suddenly, your closet seems to be mocking you, and what to wear isn't just a self-created issue; it's an actual problem.
Yep, one of the biggest dilemmas all expectant moms face is how they'll dress their growing bellies for nine months and beyond — because let's face it, most bodies don't exactly bounce back the minute the baby's born. Some moms-to-be, however, have the advantage of stylists, designer friends, and unlimited shopping budgets, and luckily, the rest of us can learn from their maternity style successes, from sweet daytime looks to red carpet wonders, all of which accommodate and accentuate those beautiful bumps. We've rounded up our favorite maternity looks from celebrity moms for some major pregnancy style inspiration. Check them out now to see just how chic a bump can be.
Shortly after announcing she is expecting her third child, Blake Lively appeared on the red carpet to support her husband, Ryan Reynolds, at the premiere of his new film Pokémon Detective Pikachu wearing a bright yellow midi dress.
While expecting son Miles, Chrissy Teigen showed up at the 2018 Grammys red carpet in a blindingly shiny silver midi dress from Yanina Couture and matching heels.
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, attended the Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey in March 2019, just a couple of months before giving birth to son Archie, in a white silk dress.
In 2017, Behati Prinsloo appeared at the LACMA Art + Film Gala in Los Angeles looking supergorgeous in a short green printed dress, while expecting her second child with Adam Levine.
Lauren Conrad showed off her latest collection for Kohl's and her growing baby bump in April 2019. The entrepreneur, expecting her second child with husband William Tell in this photo, paired her summery dress with a jean jacket.
For a sophisticated look at the Oscars in 2016, Emily paired her growing belly with an elegant gown complete with silver beaded detailing and embellished straps.
Kerry Washington went for a dramatic look at the 2014 Screen Actors Guild Awards. Wearing an embellished Prada crop top and high-waisted skirt, she said, "I really don't have anything to hide anymore!"
Anne Hathaway dazzled at Vanity Fair's annual Oscars afterparty in 2016 in a black gown with mixed metallic beaded accents that added an industrial feel to her already chic maternity style.
At the 2013 Golden Globes, Kristen wowed us in an embellished Grecian-goddess gown designed by Jenny Packham. The ethereal lavender dress featured beautiful draping on the bottom and dazzling crystal-embellished details on the top. A matching satin clutch with rhinestone details completed the look.
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21Kate Winslet
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While promoting her film Labor Day in 2013, Kate Winslet stunned in a red Jenny Packham gown.
For the Cannes premiere of Kung Fu Panda in 2008, Angelina Jolie stunned in a Grecian-style gown from Azria Atelier. Earlier that week, her costar Jack Black spilled the beans that the megastar was expecting twins.
Blake Lively made her pregnant red carpet debut just a week after announcing her pregnancy in 2014. She wore an ultrafeminine floral-embellished Michael Kors gown to a charity event in New York City.
Although she kept it under wraps for most of the nine months, Leighton Meester looked sleek in brocade paints and an embellished blouse during the early stages of her pregnancy with her baby girl in 2015.
Pregnant or not, you can't go wrong with a wrap dress. Nicky showed a hint of her growing baby bump when she wore a Diane Von Furstenberg Fall 2016 dress during New York Fashion Week in 2016.
In 2010, a seven-months-pregnant Amy Adams hit the Vanity Fair Oscars party wearing a bump-revealing, bright blue Philosophy di Alberta Ferretti gown. Her daughter, Aviana, was born May 15 of that year.
While pregnant with baby number two in 2015, Ashlee Simpson flaunted her expanding belly in an oversize teal dress with a long, black coat while out with her husband, Evan Ross.
Beyoncé stepped out in a bright orange Lanvin gown on the MTV Video Music Awards red carpet in 2011. She made her official pregnancy announcement that same night during a performance of her hit "Love on Top."
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38Hilary Duff
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When pregnant with son Luca, back in 2011, Hilary wore a sequin-embellished chartreuse dress that showed off her stunning curves at the Beauty Book For Brain Cancer launch.
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39Christina Aguilera
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While pregnant with her son, Max, Christina Aguilera channeled a classic and glamorous vibe at the Emmy Awards in September 2007.
Busy Phillips knows how to rock a red carpet bump, and her Art of Elysium look in 2013 was no exception. A beaded Alberta Ferretti dress, Brian Atwood heels, and a faux bob was one of her best looks ever, pregnant or not.
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44Tiffani Thiessen
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While expecting her second child in 2015, Tiffani Thiessen chose a simple, black, curve-hugging dress paired with a contrasting white jacket.
Christina opted for a nonmaternity, body-hugging Max Mara keyhole sheath for the premiere of Going the Distance. The purple dress highlighted the star's bustline and was snug around her belly.
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47Alyson Hannigan
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Alyson put her growing baby bump on display at the premiere of American Reunion in 2012 in a textured emerald dress.
Being seven months pregnant with her second baby didn't slow Gisele (and her growing family) down in the least. She joined Anna Wintour, Mario Testino, and Malcolm Rogers at an event in 2012 in an all-black ensemble that showed off her toned and tanned legs.
At the 2011 Oscars, the six-months-pregnant Natalie Portman wore a stunning purple gown by Rodarte, the design duo that created her dramatic costumes for Black Swan.
Walking the red carpet with then-husband Robin Thicke, Paula Patton was exquisite in an off-the-shoulder Carolina Herrera gown at the 2010 Vanity Fair Oscars party.
Channeling her How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days look, Kate Hudson draped her baby belly in a bright yellow Versace gown for the premiere of Something Borrowed while pregnant with son Bingham back in 2011.
Kourtney Kardashian attended the E! Upfronts in New York City wearing a simple chic black Gomez-Gracia dress and neon accessories, including Alexander McQueen shoes and a DIY necklace, while expecting baby Penelope.
Rachel Weisz was seven months pregnant at the 2006 Oscars, where she took home the trophy for best supporting actress for her performance in The Constant Gardener. Designer Narciso Rodriguez created three dresses for the actress to choose from. She selected a black off-the-shoulder gown the day of the ceremony.
In November 2013, Malin Akerman appeared at the Hollywood Foreign Press Association and InStyle's Golden Globes soiree in a bold menswear-inspired look. This sexy take on a tuxedo was a clever way to wardrobe the star's pregnant bod.
Claire was all smiles on the red carpet for the season two premiere of Homeland at the Intrepid Sea-Air-Space Museum in NYC in September 2012. She looked lovely in black-and-cream lace.
Catherine Zeta-Jones won the best supporting actress Oscar for her role in Chicago at the 2003 award show, while eight months pregnant with daughter, Carys. She accepted her award by saying, "My hormones are way too out of control to be dealing with this," but her look will go down in Academy Award history as one of the all-time most memorable.
Chris Hemsworth's wife, Elsa Pataky, showed off her belly in a showstopping column gown with an intricately beaded overlay at the 86th annual Academy Awards in 2014.
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71Tina Fey
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Fey appeared on Late Show With David Letterman while pregnant with her second daughter, Penelope. The comedian showed off her baby curves in a classic, formfitting black dress and heels.
At the inauguration of the new Warner Bros. Studios in London in April 2013, Kate mixed high with low when she paired a polka-dot Topshop dress with a black Ralph Lauren jacket, proving you can be stylish on any budget.
Expecting her second child, Halle Berry's growing bump looked amazing in a formfitting purple dress at the Call premiere in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in April 2013.
Aussie model Miranda Kerr was five months pregnant, but that didn't stop her — and then-hubby Orlando Bloom — from partying it up during Milan Fashion Week.
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80Tori Spelling
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While pregnant with baby number four in 2012, Tori rocked a floral maxi dress with soft chiffon layers and boho-chic sandals.
Jennifer was stunning in a gray, pleated gown at the premiere of The Dilemma while pregnant with baby Agnes, her second child with husband Paul Bettany.
Homeland star Morena Baccarin was radiant on the red carpet for the 2013 Emmy Awards. The actress wore a gorgeous floor-length red gown with crystal embellishments at the bust.
In 2007, Naomi Watts hadn't yet announced she was expecting her first child with Liev Schreiber when she made an appearance wearing a lemon-yellow gown from Escada. The couple's first son, Sasha, was born on July 25 of that year.