As previously flat bellies turn into baby bumps and an expectant mama's clothes grow tight, a woman in her second trimester may try just about anything to extend the life of her prepregnancy clothes before diving into the world of maternity wear. Celebrities may opt for purchasing looser clothing in bigger sizes, but there are plenty of tricks for staying in your current clothes for a few weeks Read more

Step away from the bump! Unless a mama-to-be has given someone permission to rub the belly, people should keep their hands to themselves. Though many ladies don't mind a tummy pat, it may leave others feeling violated. To ward off stomach rubbers, expectant ladies might consider sporting one of these cheeky tees. Read more

In this economy, everyone is looking for a lil bang for their buck. A great way for expectant women to stretch their wardrobe and spending is to purchase maternity apparel that can also be worn in the postpartum period. We've rounded up our favorite and affordable items and pointers for Spring so check out the looks in our slideshow. Read more

Mamas-to-be can have a bit of a conundrum over things to pack for their trip to the hospital. One pregnant lilsugar reader posed the question of what to wear after her baby's born and our community of moms had no shortage of advice from sticking to the hospital gown to tanks and granny panties. I've rounded up my favorite five tips and garments in this slideshow! Check out the options! Read more

From inspiring shelter magazines to the portfolios of interior stylists and photographers to haute décor shops, I've been seeing our bodies' garments artistically displayed on the beautiful bones of houses around the world. At a time when fashion rules the pavement and the print pubs, names like Balenciaga and Yves Saint Laurent prolifically roll off the tongue, celebrities are becoming Read more

The Authentic Icon collection — inspired by American Idol — is available exclusively at Kohl's stores nationwide and Kohls.com. Authentic Icon brings fashion, music, and entertainment together into an exclusive, limited-time collection of apparel for juniors and young men. The collection is inspired by the music and style of American Idol. The Authentic Icon collection coincides with American Read more

Canadian-born Joe Fresh has crossed the border, and recently opened a new flagship store on 5th Avenue in New York. The clothing line is known for reasonable prices and simple style, and their beauty department follows a similar philosophy. "Each season we produce new palettes that reflect international beauty trends," Simone Otis, the beauty consultant for the brand, explains. "These Read more

"Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue" — it's a wedding tradition that began in the Victorian era along with several other practices that continue today. While "something old" should have once belonged to a happily married woman, "something new" is usually the bridal apparel. To guarantee good fortune, "something old" must be gold, and "something blue" symbolizes the Read more

Katie Holmes was all smiles as she left a fabric store in LA yesterday. She browsed through the fabrics and button selection then continued on to her next destination, a dance studio. Katie's back on the West Coast following an extended stay in NYC, and a more recent visit to Louisiana. Suri and Katie visited Tom Cruise on location in Baton Rouge where he's currently filming Oblivion. We've yet Read more

With Easter just around the corner, it's time to start thinking about what your lil girls will be wearing to their Easter egg hunts and brunches. Florals, stripes, and solids made up in Spring's prettiest pastels and brights, make it hard to pick just one. Here are 15 of our very favorite picks for your best-dressed babes. Read more