Fall Maternity Outfits for the Expecting Mother
We know, we know—it’s the middle of summer, and we can hardly begin to think of wearing autumn staples. But if you’re expecting a new addition to your family in the coming months, why not start prepping for the bundle of joy’s arrival with chic fall maternity outfits? After all, it’s never too early to start prepping for your baby.
Whether you’re planning to add some maternity pieces to your wardrobe or you’re wanting to wear regular clothes during your pregnancy, nothing will get you more excited as you anticipate the due date than the opportunity to dress up your baby bump.
Need some sartorial inspiration to get you thinking with a fall state of mind? We rounded up our favorite bump-friendly looks to sport as the temperatures drop. From bohemian-inspired dresses and over-the-knee boots to casual jeans and a sweater, these looks will have you ready for any and all occasions you have coming up in addition to your pregnancy.
For an office-ready look, a pair of black trousers and a navy sweater will always look good.
A flowy bohemian-inspired dress will easily fit your bump. Wear it with over-the-knee boots to give your ensemble an edge.
An earthy floral-print dress will look great during the fall. Accessorize with minimal jewelry to let the dress be the focus.
As the temperatures drop, you’ll want to wear your coziest of sweaters. Pair it with a chic leather button-front skirt to dress it up.
During the weekends, wear casual jeans and a simple sweater for a chic, foolproof maternity outfit.
Have a formal occasion to attend? Wear a bump-friendly slip dress and an oversize blazer for a sleek ensemble.
Love athleisure? Layer a cool moto jacket over your favorite hoodie for a comfortable and cool look for any weekend occasion.
You’ll look so good this fall, and not just because of that pregnancy glow.

Dale Arden Chong is the Senior Fashion Commerce Editor at ELLE.com, where she edits and reports on the latest trends, labels, and designers in the fashion space to bring you the best items that will elevate your wardrobe. She has a robust knowledge of high-quality design, construction, and materials based on testing hundreds of products over her eight-plus years in the industry, writing stories for Glamour, Who What Wear, Entertainment Tonight, and others. Dale graduated magna cum laude from the University of Southern California's Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism with a degree in Journalism and a minor in Communication Design. In 2015, she was a finalist for the National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Award.