The Family Groove Belly Files

THE BELLY FILES
MATERNITY FASHION'S HOTTEST HOUSES TALK SHOP-PING

Looking and feeling pretty, oh so pretty isn't always easy when your belly is a-swelling. A lot of times
mamas-to-be resort to oversized (read: frumpy) clothes (read: their husband's), feeling as out of touch
with the latest styles and how to wear them as they do with their growing bodies.

THE FAMILY GROOVE is here to say that you don't have to sacrifice style for the next nine plus months—
and you don't have to spend a fortune to do so either. Each month, we'll give you the skinny on the
hippest bump styles à la mode straight from the fashion experts who created them.



HOT MAMA, SUMMER IN THE CITY—AND THE SUBURBS Vanessa Knox-Brien and Baukjen de Swaan Arons of the stunning fashion house Isabella Oliver know pregnancy chic. With designs that could make you want to get pregnant just so you can don them, these mavens of maternity wear deliver elegant, sexy and comfortable pieces that will undoubtedly keep you at the height of bump style. Isabella Oliver’s modern classics are a must-sport for every preggers gal who wants to do more than just look good for the nine-plus months—she wants to look amazing. According to the dynamic duo: “Since founding Isabella Oliver in 2003, we’ve perfected the art of helping women look fabulous throughout pregnancy.” Here, the gals talk about the looks of the season and give you their five key pieces for summer chic. “The summer collections are full of great style options to update your wardrobe. Float through the seasons in soft fabrics for sheer femininity or make a statement with new tailoring for a crisp, modern and chic look. Color is a must—luscious brights, stormy blues or graphic grays with striking accessories like high wedges, peep-toes and this summer’s essential bag, the clutch.”

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Feminine:	Bright:	Crisp:	Modern:	Chic:
Duo Swing Dress	Ruched Tank Dress	IO Jeans in Pure White	Maxi Dress	The Monaco Dress

“We love this reversible dress. It’s the easy-wearing star of the season with its fun, flirty lines that give you two fabulous looks in one. Let it swing with fluid femininity or cinch it with the contrasting sash. Pick up on those pops of color in your statement heels or pretty pumps.”	“Color is brighter than ever now, so be confident and stand out in this season’s new brights. Our iconic Ruched Tank Dress looks electric in new Cobalt Blue. It’s the perfect way to add an energetic burst of color that works in contrast to black or white.”	“We love this summer’s nautical mood. Fresh, clean and comfortable, these ultra-flattering bootcuts in Pure White have lots of stretch and support. Make the look crisper than a sea breeze by pairing it with thong sandals, seriously chic shades and a Cap Wrap Around Top in Sea.”	“Our sexiest empire line dress ever, in soft cotton and silk crinkle, works the trend for lightweight, modern romance. Keep it natural with tumbling tresses and barely-there makeup. Create a dramatic evening look with metallic gladiator sandals or go boho with new wood or cork wedges and a bold bangle.”	“Slip on your darkest, oversized Jackie O shades for timeless glamour epitomized by our crisp Monaco Dress. Like all of this summer’s on-trend skirt shapes, it is full and breezy, and it comes cinched under the bust to accentuate its strong modern shape. Above all, it’s so easy to wear.”

For more from this fashion-forward line, go to www.isabellaoliver.com.