My 4th of July maternity dress this summer proved to by my favorite maternity dress. It was comfortable and more flattering than other patterns I tried. I was curious, however, to see how well it would work after pregnancy, since the illustrations always show the dress on a non-pregnant woman, as if it was intended to be versatile.
Or maybe the illustrators simply intend to flatter a pregnant woman into thinking that this dress style will make her appear as slim as before! :-)
My conclusion was that I don't think it looks obviously maternity, now that it can be worn with the belt tied more snugly, though there's certainly more fullness in the back (especially in the breeze). More like a wrapped-in-the-back house dress.
While it may not be my most becoming vintage house dress, it certainly works and it's quite comfortable.
I'm glad I made it with buttons down the front, so that I could wear it after pregnancy if desired.
This one I would definitely make again another time and change it up with neckline, fabric, and sleeve options.
What do you think? Does it look like a maternity dress now that there's no baby bump? (Ok, so maybe still a little one, as I slowly lose the weight I'd gained...)
I'm a huge fan of this dress!!! You have totally sold me on 1930s maternity styles- they were so ingenious and they look really practical as well. I love how the detailing draws the eye toward your beaming face- motherhood suits you so well. :-) The photos by the clothesline are my favorite; they look charmingly matronly (in all the best ways!).
Sorry about my gushing, haha! I'm just so excited to see your ventures into vintage maternity/nursing wear. It's something I always wanted to do, but God has had different plans for this season. ;-)
Posted by: Lily | 11/04/2017 at 12:28 PM
Aw, thanks, Lily! You made my day! :-)
Posted by: Kristen Stoltzfus Clay | 11/04/2017 at 12:40 PM