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How to wear floral maternity dresses without looking dowdy

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I don’t know about you, but coming from a state where everyone wears mainly black — although lately I am seeing a lot more brown— it’s always been hard to get floral maternity dresses to fit seamlessly into my style. When I take holidays to sunnier states, I always get inspired by cute floral dresses and vow to buy something more joyful when I get home. It hasn’t worked yet but my obsession with florals certainly hasn’t waned. It’s very much a wardrobe choice that dominates in sunnier climates and brings a lot of joy to those who wear them. Florals did have a little bit of a name for themselves when it comes to maternity wear though. Unfortunately, historical designs have meant floral dresses can be reminiscent of dowdy, very empire-waistline cuts that can make you look like a human cupcake. Thankfully those days are mostly behind us. And what’s even better is the modern take on florals that even people like me from cooler climates can incorporate into our maternity wardrobe and wear to our babyshowers. Here are a few great choices for when you want to wear florals but don’t want to look dowdy.

The earthy tone maxi floral maternity dress

Mustard Floral Smocked Maternity Maxi Dress
Credit: PinkBlush Maternity

Mustard Floral Smocked Maternity Maxi Dress

Delicate patterns

Maya Tie Back Linen Dress Natural
Credit: Ripe Maternity

Maya Tie Back Linen Dress Natural

Capri Shirred Dress White / Lapis
Credit: Ripe Maternity

Capri Shirred Dress White / Lapis

The bombshell halterneck

This floral maternity dress is giving rockabilly and I love it.

Hazel Halter Maxi Dress ~ Cottage Floral Pink
Credit: Show Me Your Mumu

Hazel Halter Maxi Dress ~ Cottage Floral Pink

That 70s style floral maternity dress

Funky, chill and retro.

Anaya Maxi ~ Wild Flora
Credit: Show Me Your Mumu

Anaya Maxi ~ Wild Flora

A modern twist on the floral maternity dress

Trust Netaporter to deliver the luxe option here.

Cutout Floral-Print Linen-Blend Midi Dress White
Credit: FARM RIO

Cutout Floral-Print Linen-Blend Midi Dress White

Boho beachside

Mama Flounce-Trimmed Dress Mint Green, Floral
Credit: H&M

Mama Flounce-Trimmed Dress Mint Green, Floral

Subtle and feminine mini

This is very sweet and cute without being overpowering on the floral

Bella Linen Dress White / Lapis
Credit: Ripe Maternity

Bella Linen Dress White / Lapis

A touch of floral only

For when a floral maternity dress is a bit of a stretch but you’re feeling the flowers, choose a piece to ease yourself into it. Pair with a solid navy or block color to keep your balance.

Never Say Never Printed Skimpie G-String Indian Fantasy
Credit: Cosabella

Never Say Never Printed Skimpie G-String Indian Fantasy

Soire Confidence Printed G-String Pop Flower
Credit: Cosabella

Soire Confidence Printed G-String Pop Flower

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Style Editor. Minimalist mama writing about capsule wardrobes. Inspired by French women yet also unafraid to leave the house with food on me.