Certain rules of shopping don't have to go out of the window simply because you are expecting and currently dressing for you and the small baby growing inside. Wearing clothes that have interesting necklines, are a flattering color, and emphasize your best attributes are all guidelines to still consider when you are shopping for maternity wear. That said, however, there are a host of additional things to consider when trying on clothing as a mother to be. With them in mind there is no reason why you can't be your fabulous and fashionable self up until the minute you give birth.

Don't let yourself get tempted into buying a bunch of baggy garments just because you need blouses, pants, and dresses which are comfortable with your new belly. They will only make you look formless, dowdy, and even fatter than you actually are. Instead, select blouses with some shape to them, maybe even an empire cut to show off your growing bosom. They will highlight something other than your big baby bulge and give you a more svelte yet curvaceous appearance.

With that said, the feature highlighted (your chest) won't be very flattering if you're wearing an unsupportive or tired old bra. Enough cannot be said on the importance of having the correct bra on underneath your clothes. One that is appropriately supportive, and properly fitted will be comfortable when worn, yet will keep your breasts uplifted and pointing in the proper direction. This can do wonders - absolute wonders! - for the overall look of the clothing you have chosen to wear. It may seem like an unnecessary expense, but a good quality, well fitted bra will last you through your entire pregnancy. And anything that makes you feel wonderfully attractive for even just a few months should be well worth the effort involved! Once you have chosen an uplifting and supportive undergarment, and a flattering style of shirt or top to go with it, it's time to focus a little more attention on color. Sure, you want to choose colors that will work well with your skin tones and not wash you out, but, in addition to that, try to select colors that are bright and fun. You're pregnant, it's a wonderful time in your life, having followed the above rules, you're well dressed, so you should wear colors that will attract attention when you walk into a room. Red is a particularly good fashion choice, as it is bold without being tacky, and classic without being trendy. A red shirt or dress will definitely get you noticed and admired. Find a hue that works for your skin tone, and if a red solid is a bit too dramatic for your tastes, then wear it in a print (red and white, or red and tan prints are particularly fun and tasteful without ending up too garish or loud).