I’m in my third trimester nearing the end of my pregnancy, but I thought I would do a little recap of all the flowy dresses I have been loving during my 2nd trimester until now.
The dresses below have made it easy for me during the summer to feel put together, but also not having to think too much on looking cute. They are all super comfortable, non-maternity (so you can totally rock them without a bump), and have helped with keeping me cool in the heat. They can also easily transition you into fall with a cute sweater or cardigan and some booties. Which is always plus! Now onto the dresses…
Asos has great affordable dresses and this swing dress has come in super handy with my growing bump. It’s currently on sale for $22 too! I love this pop of color and it will be a great dress to style in the fall with a chunky sweater and some booties as well.
The next three flowy dresses are from H&M. They always have affordable trendy options that make me feel so feminine.
This last dress is the ultimate dressed up t-shirt dress I have worn numerous times. If you aren’t pregnant, it could be super cute styled with a belt.
What’s your favorite dress? Let me know in the comments below and if you’re pregnant little lady I hope this helped you with some ideas on how to look cute, but be super comfortable because we all know that is most important!!
Looking for more Bump Style ideas check out this post and this one!
I have been on the hunt for affordable dresses that I can wear over the summer through my pregnancy, but also wear them after baby comes. I found these two smocked trapeze dresses at ASOS (both under $40) and was super excited when I got them! If you haven’t shopped online at ASOS you are truly missing out. They have amazing affordable clothing that is trendy and classic.
I love this rust color for summer and the length is great for any height. I’m going to be honest, my chest has grown as well as the bump so the smocked top really comes in handy for a little extra room up top. I styled this dress more casual with my favorite summer bag (similar here), Gigi Pip hat, and slide sandals.
This green dress is the same style, but the mini version in a pop of green. Plus it’s currently on sale!! Both dresses are super lightweight and oh so comfortable. Something I really look for while my bump is growing. I styled this one with the same bag and black slides. These dresses are perfect to throw on whether you are heading to the store or out to dinner. You can dress them up or down which in my book is always a win!
For reference I’m wearing a size US 6 in both.
I have linked a few other colors both of these dresses come in below because a lot of them are on sale! A good time to stock up before the temps get really hot!
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Have you shopped at ASOS?? If so let me know your favorite find in the comments below!
It’s true when they say you show sooner come your second pregnancy. I was never really a dress girl until I had my first baby, but they have been my saving grace this second time around. So when I found a maxi that wasn’t too long on my 5’3″ frame to wear with flats I had to share!
The really awesome thing about this maxi is that it’s not maternity and it has this incredible statement puff sleeve. I am actually really loving this trend right now. I have always had more muscular arms and I feel like this trend really works with any body type, which I’m all about.
This dress has an affordable price point which is a score and because the fabric is lightweight and super comfortable, this dress can definitely take you from spring all the way through summer. Say a Saturday outdoor concert or Sunday brunch with the family!
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Are you a fan of the puff sleeve for the warmer months ahead of us??? Tell me in the comments below!
To read my latest pregnancy update on baby #2 click here!
We are so excited to tell you we are expecting baby #2 due this September! I’m glad to be out of the first trimester, but man has the nausea been kicking my butt lately. Any other mamas to be out there dealing with this??? I’m so excited to be pregnant, but being sick a lot has been a little tough especially chasing around a toddler. I do see adding to our family as such a blessing though so I’m just taking it day by day.
Life has been a little crazy for us since the beginning of October when we moved from the Bay Area to Minneapolis for 2 months. Now we have been in Houston, TX since the beginning of January. I still currently don’t know exactly where I’m going to have the baby, but we are just trusting God right now to have us in the right spot. Below are some of the most frequently asked questions all of you have been asking!
Pregnancy Q & A with Carly:
How did you tell Esai?
Funny story we were in the process of moving from Minnesota to Texas when I was just super emotional, way more than usual. I have moved a bunch and usually don’t feel as crazy as I did, but I could cry on command. I chalked it off to the fact that we had just celebrated Elise’s first birthday, we didn’t have a home base and we had just celebrated the New Year. I was late and I’m never late unless I’m super stressed or well pregnant. haha. I took a test one morning when Esai was at work thinking it wouldn’t be positive. Boy was I wrong. I told him as soon as he got home from work.
What has been the most challenging about this pregnancy?
The nausea has been super intense. It was intense with Elise, but it feels a little worse this time around. It started around week 7 and it still lingers a few times a week. I’m almost 20 weeks. Add a toddler and some days are just not that easy but I rest when I can.
Any pregnancy workouts you’re loving?
When I was pregnant with Elise is was harder for me to workout especially in the beginning, but this time around I have been able to be more active. It has helped my nausea a lot. I have been loving these online workouts from Popsugar, barre workouts, and yoga.
Are you going to find out what you’re having?
Yes, we are this time around! Very very soon in fact!
How much weight have you gained?
I started out this pregnancy 4lbs heavier than I was with Elise. So far I have gained 4 lbs in the first trimester. Now that I’m 19 weeks I have gained around 8 lbs.
What pregnancy skincare products are you loving?
I have been slathering coconut and almond oil all over my belly and legs to prevent stretch marks.
Any weird pregnancy cravings/aversions?
Not really any crazy cravings, but I can’t eat a lot of sugar (like candy or ice cream) or I get the absolutely worse headache. So I have been steering clear of that.
Will you share more pregnancy posts on Vivian & Violet?
Yes of course! I’m excited to share all things fashion and anything else I can think of pregnancy related with all of you in the next coming months!
I’m so excited to share this new journey with all of you! Let me know if you have any other questions. More pregnancy geared posts to come!
Are you an expecting mama?? Let me know in the comments below. I would love to hear from you!
We celebrated our little chick-a-dees birthday back at the end of December. I wanted to share some of the highlights with you guys on the fun little party we had for her with family and close friends. Elise had such a great time. It was so fun to see the smile on her face all day. From the infamous cake smashing to just playing with all the kids, it will be a day we won’t forget.
Since Elise’s birthday was in January I didn’t want to do the usual pink theme. I thought a little winter wonderland action would be perfect and it turned out so much cuter than I could have imaged. Below are some of the shots from our girl’s special day!
My mom and I made most of the decorations and I plan on doing more posts in the future on how easy it was to whip these things up. The tassel garland on the high chair above is made out of rope, white floral wire and plastic table cloths cut into strips. The cake topper is made from a wooden dowel and this glittery letter.
The cake smash started out slow, but Esai lured her into the cake and soon she couldn’t get enough. It was pretty hilarious to watch.
The balloon garland above is made using this tutorial and adding a silver sparkly garland. It was easier than I thought. We also used Pinterest for inspiration.
For the guests, we had powdered cake balls to resemble snowballs, orange juice cookies (family recipe), and a sheet cake called the Strawberry Wedding Cake from FarmHouse Bakery in Omaha, NE that is my all time favorite. It’s not pictured but it was the talk of the party. Along with a punch, my mom made out of sprite, pineapple juice, lime sherbet, and a little teal food coloring.
My mom made all the tissue paper balls and we hung them with jute rope. We found the snowflakes you see hanging at Party City.
Thanks for reading and let me know in the comments below what you did for your little’s birthday parties. I will have DIYs on the blog soon with specific details on how to make all these easy decorations!
