|
Once you’ve started to come to
terms with the amazing discovery that you’re pregnant,
you’ll probably be watching out eagerly for the first
sign of your bump!
Every woman’s body responds differently
to pregnancy, but it won’t be long before your notices
some changes in your shape and realise this is a great chance
to invest in fashionable clothes that reflect your excitement...
1. How quickly will I need maternity clothing?
2. Couldn’t I simply make do with larger
sizes rather than buy maternity?
3. Help, I’m on a budget!
4. Do I need maternity bras?
5. Big knickers!
6. What size should I buy?
7. Our guide to the essential pregnancy wardrobe
8. How do I place an order?
9. Do you have a brochure?
 1. How quickly will I need
maternity clothing?
Every woman’s experience is different, even with successive
pregnancies, so it’s hard to compare your pregnancy
with anyone else’s. You may notice your bust increases
first - to the delight of your partner!
In any case your top priorities are likely to be comfort
and style, after all, how’s a girl to survive morning
sickness when her waistbands are starting to pinch?!
Our garments incorporate novel ways to adjust the size
as you grow, so you’ll get the best value by buying
early.
 2. Couldn’t I simply make do with
larger sizes rather than buy maternity?
Today’s
maternity clothing is all about allowing expectant mums
to continue with their own style - after all, you’re
still as busy as ever and still need to dress quickly and
fashionably in the morning.
Our clothing is designed to enhance your developing body
shape, particularly the areas that will see the most change
- your bust, hips and belly.
Adjustable clothing is also a godsend in those weeks after
the baby is born, as your body gradually returns to its
former shape. We hope you’ll want to wear our styles
long after!
Of course there’s always a time for outsize jog pants
and shapeless T-shirts, but who wants to wear them to the
office, let alone a night out?!
Elasticised waistbands on maternity clothing often have adjustable button elastic. For comfort and fit simply adjust the width by moving from one buttonhole to the next as your bump grows.
 3. Help, I’m on a budget!
Your
new family member is eagerly awaited, and we know this is
a time when your finances take as much strain as your waistband!
You want to look pretty, sexy, and stylish without breaking
the bank, and Venus is on the case, with a range of versatile
essentials to suit all pockets!
Simply focus on the basics and accessorise from your existing
wardrobe; and don’t worry at all – becoming a
mother need never mean abandoning your sense of style!
Click here for our guide to the essential
pregnancy wardrobe.
 4. Do I need maternity bras?
As
soon as your normal bras start to get uncomfortable, get
yourself properly fitted – it may be an expensive mistake
to simply go up a size because your ribcage expands during
pregnancy as well as your cup size.
Few women find upsizing their normal bra is satisfactory
– the best pregnancy bras include an inner ‘sling’
for firmer support without compromising style, and an elongated
cup so they last you longer as you grow. They make use of
the softest fabrics and avoid cup seams for cool comfort
on particularly sensitive skin.
Underwires are another consideration - many of us wear metal
underwires routinely, but, as they can’t expand with
you so well as softer cups, they may put unwanted pressure
on sensitive breasts.
Pregnancy bras are designed for maximum comfort as your
body shape changes, whereas nursing bras allow one-handed
access for easy, discrete feeding.
At Venus we’re great believers in wearing the right
bra – pregnant or not, a poor fit can do unnecessary
damage to your look. Right now your breasts deserve the
very best of care - not only are they giving you curves
to die for, they’ll soon be nourishing baby!
We offer a measuring and fitting service to ensure the
very best support & fit, complimented by one of the
largest ranges of pregnancy & nursing bras in the UK.
 5. Big knickers!
Whether
you’re a hi-leg, string or bikini brief girl, you’ll
find it’s worth investing in well-designed maternity
underwear when you’re pregnant. Our pretty, seamless
underwear is designed to support your growing tummy and
your lower back.
 6. What size should I buy?
Try
on clothing in the size you usually wear – it’s
designed to take account of your pregnancy, and is often
adjustable to accommodate your growing tummy!
Our skirts and dresses are always cut so that the hem hangs evenly front and back as your bump grows and because your breasts will get bigger, shirts and dresses are cut a little more generously across the top so they will feel comfortable right through your pregnancy.
The following table indicates how Venus sizes translate to your pre-pregnancy size.
Sizing Chart
| Your size before pregnancy |
Suggested Venus size |
| 8 |
S |
| 10/12 |
M |
| 14/16 |
L |
| 18 |
XL |
7. Our guide to the essential pregnancy wardrobe
   
- First, invest in a pair of stretch black trousers
in an easy wearing fabric like bengaline, stretch cotton
or stretch jersey for sassy comfort at work, home or out
on the town.
- Then start looking for a pair of jeans or a denim
skirt – there are great boot cut styles and unless
you really think you can manage for almost a year without
denim, it’s best to buy early to get the most wear
out of them.
- Your first pregnancy is the time to eat out – sounds
crazy to you now, I know, but once the little one arrives
you’ll be glad you made the most of your free evenings!
We recommend treating yourself to a great dress
– great value too as you all you need to add is a
pair of strappy shoes and a necklace and you’re hot!
You can ‘dress’ it down with knitwear for work,
or to visit the in-laws!
- You may need something to exercise in too - a
little regular exercise will lift your spirits as well
as your heart-rate, and you need to be in good shape if
you’re to play footie with your new daughter or son
in ten years time!
- Last on the essentials list is at least one black
and one white shirt. You can pair either with just
about anything to look smart or hippy in moments.
Venus offers capsule combinations at fantastic prices,
teaming essential items into great value packages…
come and see us soon!
8. How do I place an order?
Ordering is easy simply click here to visit our online store.
9. Do you have a brochure?
We sell exclusively from our website and from our store at 56 The Mall, Clifton Village, Bristol BS8 4JG, tel: 0117 9736400.
|
