Maternity work clothes in Auckland??
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Topic: Maternity work clothes in Auckland??
Posted By: Spicy Chick
Subject: Maternity work clothes in Auckland??
Date Posted: 13 January 2009 at 10:18am
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Hi there,
As this is my first pregnancy, I don't really know what to wear or where to even look! All I know is, I'm getting very depressed as I can't find anything that fits anymore 
Do you know where I can go shopping for work clothes? (In Auckland please) thanks!!! ------------- 1st baby!  
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Posted By: MummyFreckle
Date Posted: 13 January 2009 at 10:42am
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Hi Spicy Chick! Congrats on your pregnancy! I was working in a fairly corporate environment whilst I was preggo, but I didnt want to spend a heap on clothes. I managed to buy a few dresses / tunic style tops from the warehouse and used to wear them over maternity pants. KMart also have a good basic range of maternity clothes that can be dressed up or down. I lived in my basic black skirt that I bought from there. There are stores like Egg in Newmarket / Silverdale but its pretty expensive. I also got some nice work things from the Pumpkin Patch outlet store up in Westgate. I am not sure where you are located, but hopefully you can find something that is suitable for work!
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Posted By: Caronz
Date Posted: 13 January 2009 at 10:43am
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Hi ya, Not sure what sort of work wardrobe you need but there are a few options.
Pumpkin patch and JK are a good place to start.Dressmart is good. My midewife told me about a place on the shore that does preloved maternity wear, I havent been so not sure what they life, they are called Blooming Beautiful. I have got a few things from Kmart of all places, skirts with wide elastic bands and tops that are lose fitting are in fashion at mo so I havent found it too hard at the moment. Oh, try trademe too! ------------- TTC since 06 with MFI IVF with ICSI 2007 BFN DI Sept 08=BFP DS 06/09 TTC #2 since June 2010 DI#2 Aug10=BFP MC@10weeks 2011= 10 rounds of DI 4 with clomid- all neg May 2012- IVF |
Posted By: weegee
Date Posted: 13 January 2009 at 10:47am
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Really depends how much you want to spend! I got by with one nice pair of black pants from http://www.eggmaternity.co.nz/index.cfm?action=home - Egg , who have some lovely stuff (their main shop is in Newmarket, but they have an outlet store in the Fox outlet centre in Northcote), and the rest of my maternity work clothes I got on sale at http://www.pumpkinpatch.co.nz/clothes.cfm?fav_look_section_id=14 - Pumpkin Patch and http://www.jk.co.nz/productsets/maternity - JK - definitely worth a look (both have shops in Dressmart if you're on a budget). The great thing is everywhere has a sale on at the moment! ------------- 
Mum to JJ, 4 July 2008 & Addie, 28 July 2010 |
Posted By: Spicy Chick
Date Posted: 13 January 2009 at 10:48am
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Thanks guys! This is great, no doubt it's shopping time this weekend! ------------- 1st baby!
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Posted By: kebakat
Date Posted: 13 January 2009 at 11:37am
| Kmart used to have a really good pair of black dress pants that were super comfy which I lived in at work. And the good thing is they didn't cost a fortune. |
Posted By: Spirals
Date Posted: 13 January 2009 at 11:40am
| I would definately try Trademe too - you'll probably find some pre-loved stuff in excellent condition as it's not been worn very long. Will also save you spending a fortune on a maternity wardrobe. |
Posted By: SpecialK
Date Posted: 13 January 2009 at 12:20pm
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I found Egg really expensive, and am currently living in baby doll tops from chain stores, and have got some dressy ones from Max. They also have some stretchy wrap dresses which are great. Also, second KMart for skirts and black dress pants.
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Posted By: jaz
Date Posted: 13 January 2009 at 12:35pm
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I got by with two pairs of black pants from Patch and two pairs of jeans from Patch/JK maternity for casual Fridays and weekends, all bought on sale. For tops I bought a few maternity tops while overseas then had a couple of long, loose fitting tops I think from Farmers and KK? (clothes shop for bigger ladies). Only one top is obviously a maternity top, the rest I can still wear.
A lot depends on the job you do, I had to dress fairly formally so really had to buy stuff. And I was lucky that the fashion at the time suited pregnant women so there was loads of stuff I could wear from regular shops. ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
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Posted By: lilfatty
Date Posted: 13 January 2009 at 3:06pm
Glassons have loads of stuff that you could wear during pregnancy too  ------------- Mummy to Issy (3) and Elias (18 months) I did it .. 41 kgs gone! From flab to fab in under a year  http://www.femininefitness.co.nz/category/blog - LFs weight blog
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Posted By: HippyMama
Date Posted: 13 January 2009 at 4:24pm
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SpicyChick - what size are you pre preg? ------------- Mama to two earth walkers & two angels. Remember, you are not managing an inconvenience; You are raising a human being. ~ Kittie Franz Next Slingbabies! Meet - Friday 4th May !! |
Posted By: Spicy Chick
Date Posted: 14 January 2009 at 4:50pm
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Pearls - size 8 or 10 pre preggers (depending on the cut of the clothes). That's one good question actually. How do I know what size to buy for if I were to buy from TM? I'm confused!
And thanks to all your suggestion, DH has agreed to take me to all the shops you ladies mentioned this Sat yay!!! ------------- 1st baby!
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Posted By: SpecialK
Date Posted: 14 January 2009 at 6:32pm
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Oh yeah, don't forget Glassons! They have a heap of stuff, and some really nice drawstring and stretchy waist pants. ------------- http://lilypie.com"> http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: Gemma102734
Date Posted: 18 January 2013 at 8:11am
| Anyone know where to get maternity formalwear like a dress to wear to a wedding? |
Posted By: waterbaby
Date Posted: 18 January 2013 at 12:14pm
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I have found dresses and tunics over pants / tights is the absolute way to go and the most comfortable. Try and get 1-2 trousers or skirts then the tops are the easy part as you can often get away with buying something a little larger in size and floaty. Jeans West for Jeans or 3/4 pants or Jean Shorts are a must and really reasonably priced. The Warehouse for some simple black pants and tights were also fabulous and again defintely within the budget. Also talk to your employer about what will be acceptable as you get bigger. I work in a corporate environment but since about 25ish weeks have started to dress in more casual attire inc sandals / jandals and they are fine with that - and if I know I have meetings with customers etc then I will dress up for that day. Unfortunately you are going to get uncomfortable so any little thing you can do to feel a bit better is worth it. I personally have not spent much on clothes and could not justify the expense of Egg / Pumplin Patch etc. Also anything you find with a flexi / stretchy waistband will generally work and you will find skirts etc in PostiPlus / Ezibuy etc if you look. ------------- http://lilypie.com" rel="nofollow"> 
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Posted By: JuniperNZ
Date Posted: 18 January 2013 at 5:35pm
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I got an awesome dress from Breastmates.co.nz for a wedding - was BF at time but it will be getting a second workout as a preggy dress for another wedding. |
Posted By: Motherhood Closet
Date Posted: 11 August 2013 at 11:18pm
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Motherhood Closet - Maternity Consignment offer stylish http://www.motherhoodcloset.com/dresses/?sort=newest" rel="nofollow - Gently Used Maternity clothes featuring the hottest trends and designers all for under $30.
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Posted By: SmallChap
Date Posted: 27 August 2013 at 12:03am
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JoJo Maman Bebe do some lovely, stylish, non-frumpy (!) maternity clothing. Perfect for work. http://www.smallchap.co.nz/maternity-breastfeeding-skirts-jojo-maman-bebe-full-jersey-maternity-skirt-black-p-192.html" rel="nofollow - http://www.smallchap.co.nz/maternity-breastfeeding-skirts-jojo-maman-bebe-full-jersey-maternity-skirt-black-p-192.html  They also do some gorgeous party dresses: http://www.smallchap.co.nz/dresses-c-69_67.html" rel="nofollow - http://www.smallchap.co.nz/dresses-c-69_67.html  ------------- http://www.smallchap.com" rel="nofollow - Small Chap - Bringing UK baby & maternity products and clothing to New Zealand |
Posted By: JulianneWill129505
Date Posted: 24 September 2013 at 11:19am
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Hey!! Egg maternity outlet has a variety of clothes you girls may find beautiful as I did! check out the website : http://eggmaternity.com |