The 21 Best Maternity Dresses for All Stages of Pregnancy

By Laura Lajiness Kaupke

Fact: The best maternity dresses make pregnancy a heck of a lot better. Without a doubt, soft maternity leggings and sweatpants are key players in your with-child wardrobe (especially when curling up with your favorite pregnancy pillow). But when you’re craving something a little cuter—like for work, a fun outing, or a maternity party dress for a special occasion—it's dresses all the way.

If you’re a dress girl by nature (hi, it me), you know the power of a great mini, midi, or maxi. They don't require as much styling—just grab some shoes, jewels, and maybe a spring jacket or sweater—to make you instantly feel put together (a feeling that escapes you more often than not throughout the trimesters). You can try hanging on to your denim habit, but even with bump-friendly styles in your closet, maternity jeans are not always the comfiest option, particularly during the third trimester. (They were a hard no for me.)

Cute maternity clothes, and dresses especially, are an easy way to feel stylish and comfortable at once. Features like smocking and ribbed knitting—both very trendy right now—will skim your body enough to accentuate your bump without that intolerable compressive feeling. Similarly, roomier wrap or comfortable shirtdresses with a self-tie belt can be adjusted to your desired tightness as your body grows.

Puff and flutter sleeves, square necklines, and tiered skirts all lend fresh touches to any style of maternity dress, from low-key to dressy. At the same time, simple cotton or jersey tank and T-shirt dresses are super versatile—you’ll feel as good in one on the couch as you do with pregnancy sneakers or heels for errands and outings.

From bump-hugging midis to floaty maxis with plenty of breathing room, discover 21 of the best maternity dresses for all stages of pregnancy. You got this, mama.

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Have a babymoon on the cal? Be sure to pack this airy ruffled midi dress with a big chic beach bag and a wide-brim summer hat.

The tiered skirt and the bright color take this otherwise simple tank dress to the next level. Wear yours with white sneakers when the vibe is low-key, and swap for nude or metallic sandals if you’re dressing it up.

Hill House Home's viral nap dress is a great piece to wear while pregnant and even postbirth. It's incredibly roomy, making it comfortable enough for your entire journey to motherhood.

If you love prints but are tired of spring florals, wear this illustrated piece instead. It's simple, on the shorter side, and appropriate for everything from a vacation to a weekend brunch.

Found: a profesh and flattering shirtdress you can wear to work with cute flats or heels (if you’re up for it). On the weekends, swap for sneakers or cozy boots. TBH, it’ll look supercute intentionally styled for an oversize fit postbaby too.

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There are T-shirt dresses, and there are knit dresses. Yet we’ve never seen a hybrid as good as this short-sleeve style from Hatch. Wear it as a mini with sneakers, or style it as a tunic with kick-flare leggings for a cool layered vibe.

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This timeless maternity dress is another style that can be worn postpartum thanks to its ruched waistline. Many Amazon shoppers have also opted to wear this for maternity shoots and their baby showers.

Though simple-looking, this sleeveless maxidress will go the distance in your maternity wardrobe. (I lost track of how many times I wore mine when carrying my daughter.) Bumpsuit's signature brushed jersey fabric is double-lined with four-way stretch, offering a supportive fit that's also incredibly soft. Dress yours up for an occasion or wear it with comfy flats.

Keep it casual the next time you step out for lunch or run your weekend errands in this soft-knit long-sleeve henley dress. It's midi length, so you can wear it with your favorite white sneakers or a pair of booties.

Beyond Yoga's cozy fabrics go well beyond its best-selling leggings. This basic black dress is stretchy, hugs your belly, and can be dressed up or down.

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Most maternity tank dresses come in basic colors like black and gray. Break the mold and stand out with your cute bump in this vibrant checkered print mini made from a supersoft midweight modal spandex jersey.

Smocked dresses are one of spring's most popular styles, maternity dresses included. This midi can be worn on or off the shoulders, and has a mermaid hem.

The flutter sleeves on this floral-print maxidress lend a sweet touch that's great for special occasions. Style it with heels for the maternity pics, then swap for sneakers for a more casual vibe.

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Whether you're a wedding guest or part of a bridal party, you can snag this elegant gown for either scenario. It's available in 15 different hues including this muted blue, blush, and sage.

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Searching for a pretty pregnancy party dress? Look no further than this romantically tiered midi that's a great under-$100 pick for a baby shower too.

Summer wedding season is nigh, and if you don't want to spend a ton on a dress you'll likely wear only once or twice, get this one-shoulder LBD that looks more high-end than the price tag would indicate.

A comfy tank top dress is a pregnancy essential. This one features a subtle slit on the leg, allowing you to move more freely.

This dress features shirring down the sides that stretch to accommodate your growing bump. Likewise, the spliced neckline offers lots of flexibility and breathing room for your chest (IYKYK).

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This mock-neck knit dress is perfect for transitional temps, without being too sheer or lightweight if you run cold.

Stay cozy in this soft turtleneck dress that would look great with tights and boots now—or ballet flats and walking sandals on a cool spring day.

Christy Dawn is loved for its assortment of vintage-inspired dresses, many of which serve a baby bump well. This one is perfect for a charming but gender-neutral baby shower outfit.

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