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Stunning Celeb Mamas Christina Aguilera & Doutzen Kroes in Seraphine

Two of the hottest celebrity mamas around – pop diva Christina Aguilera and super model Doutzen Kroes were spotted looking stunning in Seraphine this week!

As well as their excellent taste in maternity clothes, these two expectant mums have rather a lot in common: This is the second pregnancy for both – Christina has a 6 year old son Max, and Doutzen has a 3 year old son Phyllon Joy Gorre, and they are both expecting little girls later this year!

Christina Aguilera

Christina actually wore 2 Seraphine styles this week!

Last Sunday was Mother’s Day in the US, and the pregnant pop star strutted out in our Iris Blue Cropped Maternity Cardigan with a black maternity maxi dress to spend some quality time with Max, then later on in the week she looked stunning in our Grey Space Dye Maternity Maxi Dress as she shopped for baby furniture in Beverly Hills with her fiance Matthew Rutler!

Christina styled her first look with a white fedora, dark sunglasses, a long pendant necklace and flip flops, and the ultra-soft iris blue cardigan provided the perfect flash of colour to make her outfit pop.

She styled the second look with a black cardi, her favourite white hat and some glamorous gold hoop earrings. Our space dye maternity maxi dress flattered her blossoming curves, and the sexy side split showed a flirty flash of leg for a look that’s ultra stylish and easy to wear.

Shop Christina’s Seraphine Styles:

Iris Blue Cropped Maternity Cardigan

Grey Space Dye Maternity Maxi Dress

Doutzen Kroes

Victoria’s Secret angel Doutzen is becoming quite the devoted Seraphine fan – just the other week she raved about our maternity leggings on Instagram, and now she’s been spotted enjoying the sun in our Crochet Back Maternity Maxi Dress!

Doutzen looked fantastic in one of our most exciting maxi dresses at the Born Free Africa Mother’s Day Carnival – a charity event held at the Hudson River Park in New York over the weekend. The navy blue fabric draped perfectly over her curves, and the beautiful crochet lace work webbed across her back and over her shoulders for a sexy summer time look!

The stunning Dutch super model styled the dress with a pair of classic Ray-Ban sunglasses, glamorous gladiator sandals and an understated gold chain pendant for a relaxed boho vibe.

Shop Doutzen’s Maxi Dress:

Crochet Back Maternity Maxi Dress

Channel a touch of celebrity style and explore our SS14 collection. A stunning maternity maxi dress teamed with colourful summer knitwear is sure to help you on your way to a truly stylish summer pregnancy!

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Maternity Swimwear Styles to Flatter your Figure this Season

The summer season is fast approaching, and we don’t know about you, but with all the typical British weather we’ve been having this week we can’t help but dream of sunny summer holidays by the sea!

One major advantage to being pregnant is that the pressure to achieve a bikini ready beach body is well and truly off – Now is the time to embrace your blossoming curves!

If you’re jetting off on a relaxing pre-baby getaway any time soon, make sure to slip a few sensational maternity swimwear styles into your luggage for that extra spark of confidence at the beach or by the pool!

Here’s our guide to choosing maternity swimwear styles to flatter your changing figure:

Maternity Bikini

Don’t be afraid to bare your bump at the beach! If you loved your bikinis pre-pregnancy, there’s no need to rule them out now. A stylish and perfectly fitted maternity bikini is a fantastic way to show off your blossoming pregnancy curves! Our fabulous maternity bikini comes in three stylish colours – navy blue, purple and black, with a fully supportive halter neck design. The bikini features an adjustable bump band which you can wear rolled up for extra coverage or down for a low-waist style – whichever way feels most comfortable to you!

Maternity One-Piece

If you’re more of a glamorous one-piece swim suit kind of a girl, we have plenty of options for you to choose from. Our classic black halter neck suit is always a flattering option – simple, elegant and timeless. For all you shrinking violets who may be a little conscious of showing off your shape right away, our Multiway Swimsuits in black or purple are perfect. The skirted design keeps you and your bump nicely covered, and when you’re feeling a little braver later on, you can tie the skirt out of the way in a stylish knot at your empire line! For a sportier look, our black racer back suit is the ideal option, and our nautical striped maternity swimsuit is bang on trend for the summer.

Maternity Tankini

One of the most popular maternity swimwear styles is the ever versatile tankini – the middle ground between the covered up one-piece and the all out bikini. Our tankinis are cut long enough to keep your curves covered, but can easily be hitched up to catch a few rays and top up your tan. Our polka dot tankinis in red or navy blue are the perfect styles to channel some vintage poolside glamour, whether you’re lazing by the pool or splashing about in the surf. Or you could opt for nautical stripes or feminine blue mosaic – which ever pattern you choose, you’ll feel secure, supported and sexy!

Maternity Kaftan

Of course no swimwear ensemble would be complete without an ultra glamorous kaftan to cover up on your way to and from the beach. Made in ultra light and floaty fabrics, a stylish kaftan will protect you from the sun and allow your skin to breathe. Our classic white mirror detail kaftan looks stunning with a tan, and our Aztec print style features cool shades of turquoise and aqua. These kaftans are simply too gorgeous to save for the beach – we bet you’ll be wearing them with skinny trousers and camisoles as ultra stylish day wear!

Wherever you’re heading this summer, feel 100% fabulous in your new swimwear styles and have a really fantastic time!

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The Met Gala – Top Three Colour Trends from the Red Carpet

The most glamorous event in the fashion calendar, The Met Gala was held at the New York Metropolitan Museum of Art this week, and the glitterati were out in full force and dressed to impress!

The ball, hosted by American Vogue editor Anna Wintour, celebrated the opening of The Met’s new show ‘Charles James: Beyond Fashion’ dedicated to the work of the late British couturier.

This year’s theme – ‘White Tie & Decorations’ saw a return to the classic elegance of years gone by, and the red carpet simply sparkled with spectacular floor length gowns.

We loved the stunning actress Lake Bell’s show stopping maternity gown in shocking red, and as for the rest – we’ve sorted through the best of the bunch to bring you our top 3 colour trends for red carpet style this season:

Belles of the Ball in Blue

We spotted gowns in every conceivable shade of blue this year, from Zooey Deschannel’s Tommy Hilfiger number in navy, to Diane Kruger’s delicate powder blue Jason Wu and Kim Kardashian’s show stopping split-to-the-hip Lanvin gown in midnight blue!

Blue is one of those miracle colours that flatters everyone – whatever your skin tone, so it’s always a great choice for a striking evening wear option. Explore our selection of maternity evening gowns in shades of blue:

Petrol Blue Multiway Maternity Maxi Dress
Royal Blue Silk Multiway Maternity Evening Gown
Navy Silk & Lace Maternity Evening Gown
Colour Block Silk Maxi Gown

Pretty in Pastel Pink

Pastel pink continues to reign supreme this season, and plenty of celebs chose to work this girly trend at the ball. Hollywood beauty Rachel McAdams wore a flowing Grecian gown in soft dusty pink by Ralph Lauren, and southern songstress Taylor Swift chose a feminine Oscar de la Renta creation in a barely there shade of pink which perfectly highlighted her porcelain complexion. Meanwhile British model Suki Waterhouse dazzled in a fabulously frothy Burberry gown in gradated shades of blush and nude.

Pastel pink is one of the hottest evening wear trends this year, so invest in a stunning pink maternity dress and you won’t go far wrong!

Rose Pink Lace Maternity Cocktail Dress
Luxury Blush Pink Lace Maternity Cocktail Dress
Cherry Blossom Silk Chiffon Maternity Dress

Magnificent Monochromes

Some of the hottest stars at the ball took the ‘White Tie’ theme and ran with it, so we saw some truly spectacular monochrome styles gracing the red carpet. Rihanna cut a striking silhouette in a brilliant white Stella McCartney cut out gown, and Victoria Beckham wore a stunning structured gown of her own design. Even Queen Bey herself, the one and only Beyonce strutted her stuff in a dazzling beaded Givenchy gown.

Monochrome evening wear styles always seem to have that slightly edgy vibe that will help you to stand out from the crowd. Explore our monochrome maternity dresses, or create an edgy black and white trouser suit style:

Luxury Black Lace Maternity Occasion Dress
Ivory Multiway Grecian Gown
Textured Silk Maternity Trousers
Cropped Ivory Peplum Jacket

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Recommended by a Friend – By Beauty Editor Sarah-Jane Corfield-Smith

Sarah Jane is a freelance beauty editor based in London with a self confessed obsession for designer shoes, pugs and pink lipstick. She has written on all aspects of health and beauty for big publications including Tatler, Zest, Look and Fabulous. She is currently expecting her first baby.

I have two beliefs in life. Firstly, do whatever makes your life easier. Secondly, if three or more people recommend the same thing whether it’s a mascara, hairdresser or restaurant, then you’re onto a winner. With less than two months until our baby arrives we have bought the big-ticket items (buggy, furniture etc.) but it’s the smaller things, and perhaps the products I’ll be using all day every day, that have alluded me.

Where do you start? I decided my best buying strategy was to merge my two beliefs and only go with items that came with three or more pregnant or new-mum friends recommendations with the promise they would make my life easier. Here’s that magical list:

1) The Cocoonababy

Sleeping is one of my favourite hobbies but I’ve heard these babies don’t always share the same enthusiasm for it. So when friends told me about the Red Castle Cocoonababy Nest, and how it got their little ones sleeping soundly from an early age, I thought ‘this is for me/ us’. It’s an ergonomically designed mattress that keeps the baby’s head higher than its tummy, mimicking the foetal position, limiting gastric reflux and maximising comfort. I can totally understand why you may look at it and think it’s faddy however the common story I’ve heard is friends started with a conventional Moses basket and their babies wouldn’t settle. After nights of trying to cajole their babies off their chests and into the basket, they bought this hoping it would work, and it did, immediately. That’s no fad, that’s a genius buy.

2) Seraphine Long Line Popper Nursing Top

I honestly hadn’t given much thought to the whole subject of feeding (am I a terrible mother already?!) apart from that I wanted to give breast-feeding a go and hope it will work. But when friends told me that there are clothes that can help you do it more easily and discreetly, I was all ears. The Seraphine Long Line Popper Nursing Top is the top all my friends have stocked up on at the end of their pregnancies to fit over their burgeoning bumps and to wear on the other side, to help them feed more easily on the go – and I can see why. It has easy to un-do and do-up poppers and it’s long length covers up any wobbly bits, which I have a feeling I’m going to have plenty of. I’m also buying their Knot Front Maternity Top which you may recognise as the top version of the dress that Kate Middleton wore in her first official picture with Baby George. Also designed to be worn during pregnancy and for breastfeeding. Well if it’s good enough for Kate…..

3) aden + anais Muslins

Muslins are apparently an absolute essential for life with a baby. Friends have told me they used them during labour to tie their hair up when they realised they’d forgotten hairbands (note to self: remember to put hair bands in hospital bag), wiping off sick, swaddling, using as a blanket. Basically, if in doubt use a muslin. And when it comes to muslins it has to be aden + anais, it’s the brand that Kate turned to for Baby George, and if it’s good enough for Baby George…

4) Caboo Carrier

There’s a whole new set of vocab you learn when expecting a baby. And ‘Caboo’ is one of those words. The Caboo sling has been designed so you can carry your baby in the ‘frog legged position’. This helps prevent too much pressure being put on their hips and knees. That’s the technical side of things. What I’ve witnessed is friend’s popping their babies into their caboo, where they nestle down and go straight to sleep, leaving mum or dad with their hands free to enjoy a drink. I’ve also been told they’re exceptionally handy for when you take your baby to have injections as it keeps them calmer.

5) Water Wipes

As a Beauty Editor I have tested many make-up wipes and found most to be packed with alcohol which can leave skin feeling dry and tight. If I’m not happy using them on myself I’m not going to use them on my baby, so I was thrilled when friends told me about Water Wipes. As the name suggests, these are literally just water on a wipe. No nasty ingredients, no alcohol and perhaps most importantly, can be used instead of having to find cotton wool, water and a bowl for top and tailing. Plus, I’ve heard these are genius for cleaning up those first few sticky nappies when the last thing you want to use is fluffy cotton wool that gets everywhere. I have placed a bulk order.

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Urban Safari: Five Key Pieces to Work the Trend for Pregnancy

Get ahead of the stampede this season and work the trend in an urban safari inspired outfit! One of the hottest trends of SS14; these African explorer inspired styles were spotted all over the catwalks from Diane Von Furstenberg’s luxe gold shirt dresses and animal prints, to Orla Kiely’s preppy traveller girls in khakis and brightly coloured animal motifs exploring their safari adventure styled set!

The key to this classic trend is to combine neutral earthy tones – khakis, camel, sand and green, with funky tribal and animal prints like snakeskin, zebra and leopard. And to update the look for the new season, why not introduce a cheeky flash of colour into the mix! This is the perfect trend to work for pregnancy; with so many styling elements to mix and match with, you can go for an all out explorer style, or spice up a neutral outfit with a subtle hint of savanna chic.

Here are the five key pieces you’ll need this season to work the urban safari look:

Summer Slouchy Maternity Trousers

Our ultra flattering summer trousers are light, loose and easy to wear, and come in black, khaki or a stylish tribal print. These are an essential piece this season, and are perfect for working your safari chic look in the concrete jungle.

Style these super slimming trousers with a plain black top, gladiator sandals and some gold safari inspired accessories – we love this feathery gold necklace from Stella & Dot.

Linen Layering Maternity Top

Light linen layers will keep you cool in the hustle and bustle of the city just as well as they would on the African savanna, so our linen maternity top is a must have. It comes in soft ash grey or pastel peach – both of which look fabulous when paired with khaki!

Style this top with our next key piece: The Woven Maternity Shorts!

Woven Maternity Shorts

These high quality woven shorts will be the star of your summer wardrobe. Light and breezy, they fit comfortably under your bump for a perfect fit at every stage of pregnancy. Choose between classic black and cool khaki, and build up your summer safari ensemble.

Style them with a simple top, sandals and our Taupe Tie Maternity Cardigan for a look that says: “I am ready for adventure”. Accessorise with understated jewellery like Stella & Dot’s Wanderlust Triple Wrap Bracelet.

Summer Maternity Poncho

Our essential summer maternity poncho is fabulously loose fitting and comes in two super safari shades – khaki and sand. Loose and floaty styles tap into the more bohemian side to the safari trend, and this romantic maternity top is specifically designed to flatter your changing curves.

Style these tops with our ShoeTherapy Python Ballerina Pumps, skinny jeans and a long pendant necklace – try Stella & Dot’s stylish Sahara pendant.

Maternity Trench Coat

Bringing out the more structured military vibes of the trend, our Maternity Trench Coat in a classic camel hue will be the perfect piece to complete all of your urban safari outfits. With a self tie belt to define your figure and chic military style detailing at the cuffs and shoulders, this is a must have piece for your summer wardrobe.

Slip this coat on to complete any of your urban safari ensembles, or wear it over other styles to give a subtle nod to the trend.

Try it with a brightly coloured maternity dress and a safari print scarf to put a contemporary twist on the trend.

With these 5 key pieces in your summer style arsenal, you’ll be ready for any adventures that come your way!

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Rockabye Mummy – Top 5 Tips for Better Sleep Through Pregnancy

With all the excitement and anticipation of pregnancy (not to mention the hormones involved) is it really any wonder that sleep can be a little illusive when you’re expecting?

And if you’re having trouble sleeping, you can rest assured that it is not all in your head – In the first trimester there are the hundreds of hormones rushing around your system and the morning sickness to contend with, moving on to the second trimester and you may be suffering with heartburn or indigestion, and in the third trimester you’ll have baby pushing on your bladder, aches and pains and a huge bump to manoeuvre about!

When you do finally manage to drift off, you may even find that you start to dream more often and more vividly than usual! This is completely normal – just another one of those weird pregnancy side effects. But if you’re interested, check out this article from baby centre on how to interpret your pregnancy dreams!

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Here are our top 5 tips for getting a better night’s sleep during pregnancy:

1) Prepare

This is all about doing everything you can during the day to make sure that you are relaxed and ready to sleep when bed time rolls around. It’s ok to nap during the day (and sometimes it’s necessary) but try to keep it short and sweet – the optimum time is between 20 and 30 minutes, which is just enough to feel refreshed without reaching the deep sleep phase. Try to drink lots of water in the morning and ease off towards the evening to prevent nature calling in the middle of the night. You should also try to avoid caffeine, and exercise in the evenings as these are likely to keep you buzzing into the night.

2) Relax

Just as you would for a child who doesn’t like bedtime, think about establishing a relaxing bedtime routine for yourself. If you can, try to go to bed around the same time every night so that your body clock gets used to the idea, and think about establishing a few bedtime rituals to ease yourself into sleep. You could try a warm bath, or massaging your bump with pregnancy products like Mama Mio. Or you could read a few pages of a book (a nice one – keep work far away from your bed).

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3) Get Comfy

Finding a comfy sleeping position can be tricky in the final few months of pregnancy. But it’s been proven that sleeping on your left side is best, as it allows nutrients to flow easily to baby, while putting the least possible strain on your organs. You could also try a full body pregnancy pillow to keep you raised and supported in all the right places.

Of course the real key to a comfy night’s sleep is finding the right maternity nightwear for you. We have a fabulous range of maternity pyjamas and nighties, all made in the softest, most stretchy fabrics. You can choose from flirty lacey slips, relaxed button down nighties, matching maternity pj sets and ultra soft bamboo fibre separates! And you’re in luck, because right now we’re offering a fantastic 20% off across our entire maternity nightwear range, so shop now and prepare for a peaceful night’s sleep!

4) Visualise

Once you’re tucked up in bed, relaxed and comfortable, it can be frustrating if sleep doesn’t seem to be forthcoming. But there are things you can do to help the situation. We’ve all heard of counting sheep, but you may be interested to know that there are all kinds of other tricks that may help. Next time you’re lying awake, why not try imagining yourself a brand new dream house and decorating the rooms. Or you could try muscle relaxation – simply tense and relax all your muscles in order, starting with your face and working your way down your body to your toes and then back up again.

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5) Don’t Fret

And finally, if you’ve followed all the tips, done everything right and baby is still not letting you sleep, don’t lie awake fretting. Simply get up, go into another room and do something relaxing (or boring) until you feel drowsy again. A good midnight laundry folding session is surely enough to put anyone back to sleep!

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TOP TIPS TO STIMULATE YOUR BABY’S SENSES DURING PREGNANCY

It’s never too early to start bonding with baby! Stimulating your growing baby’s senses in the womb can be a lovely way of beginning to introduce the little one to the world that’s waiting to meet them.

Here are some fun ways to begin to awaken your baby’s senses through pregnancy:

Taste/ Smell

Mix it up and experiment with plenty of flavours and foods during your pregnancy and your baby will be able to taste and smell the differences! The foods you eat affect the flavour of the amniotic fluid, and your baby can taste the difference between sweet and sour. Some experts even believe that a babies who have been exposed to a variety of flavours in the womb are less likely to grow up to be fussy eaters! Here at Seraphine, we think this is the perfect excuse to go out for dinner and try all sorts of new cuisines – and we have the perfect selection of date night maternity dresses to choose from! For more info, check out this article on your baby’s developing nutritional intelligence in Plum Organics.

Touch

Why not set aside 10 minutes every day to massage your belly with specialised pregnancy products like Mama Mio Tummy Rub Butter or Oil. Taking this time out everyday will help you to relax, stimulate your baby through touch and will even help to prevent stretch marks while you’re at it. We think this is the perfect way to relax and wind down before bedtime – and this week we’re offering 20% off across our entire range of maternity pyjamas and nighties!

Light

During the final month of your pregnancy, it can be fun to feel how your baby reacts to strong light stimuli, so why not try shining a torch at your bump? This can even be a good way of keeping baby awake longer in the evenings so that mummy and baby can get a better night’s sleep! Just make sure not to do it too often, and only when your little one is awake and active or else you could disrupt their sleeping patterns.

Sound

Talk to your baby – read stories and play music because they can hear you! Not perfectly it has to be said, but they can respond to rhythmic speech patterns and music. As their mother, babies can distinguish the sound of your voice above all others and find it incredibly soothing to listen to. You can get dad involved in this too, as low frequency sounds travel the best, so why not let him read a story and introduce baby to the sound of his voice. Music is a great thing for you all to enjoy together, and it doesn’t have to be classical music either – any music that relaxes you will relax your baby!

For more info on prenatal development and how you can help things along, visit Brillbaby.com.

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Daydream in Blue: Stunning Blue Maternity Dresses for Spring

Spring is here and it’s time to switch those warm winter clothes for something new and fresh – and here at Seraphine we are daydreaming in blue! Ease yourself into the season of light, bright styles, celebrating clear blue skies, warm sunshine and breezy spring days with beautiful blue maternity dresses.

A springtime essential, a little blue dress can be styled up or down for any occasion, and whatever the weather. Dress your blue dresses up with a chic blazer and ankle boots for now, then transition the look with sandals and sunglasses when the weather turns warmer.

When it comes to the perfect little blue maternity dress, you have plenty of options to choose from. Our sky blue pleated maternity & nursing dress is a feminine option, and our classic knot front dress comes in a bright turquoise blue, royal blue or navy. Why not shake up your look with a chic printed dress in blue or even a stylish denim maternity dress to bring in the season in style.

Browse more maternity dresses online and find your perfect fit at Seraphine.

Pregnancy Cravings: Celebrity Mamas & Their Weird Food Wishes

Craving something strange? You’re not alone! Apparently, around 2/3 of mums-to-be will experience strong pregnancy cravings throughout their 9 months. These cravings can be so strange that they make others feel unwell and so strong that you’d be willing to go to great lengths to satisfy them – waking up your other half in the middle of the night to make you a mayonnaise and vinegar sandwich is nothing!

We recently came across this great list on Sheknows.com of the top 10 most commonly reported pregnancy cravings, and it got us wondering about what our favourite celebrities craved when they were pregnant…

Jessica Alba

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Jessica loves our Grey Luxe Skinny Maternity Jeans

Currently expecting baby number 3, Jessica had a thing for watermelon during her second pregnancy. She explained to Latina: “Sometimes you can’t get a food out of your mind. I could always eat watermelon. With Honor, I loved fruit, too. It’s a decent craving… You still eat cheeseburgers and pickles — you just want watermelon really bad. I don’t deprive myself of anything. I eat whatever.”

Whitney Port

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Get Whitney’s Look: Under Bump Distressed Maternity Jeans

New mama Whitney welcomed her first baby in July, but before she did, she shared a few of her top pregnancy cravings on her blog: ‘So, I haven’t really had those TYPICAL cravings like needing to dip pickles in ice cream. But there are a few things that got me through my first trimester and are continuing to be staples in my second.’ She listed all her must-haves, including tangerine Juice, chocolate milk, black olives, and roasted and salted pumpkin seeds among other things.

Mila Kunis talks pregnancy cravings – watch the video

Now a mum of 2, Mila shared her pregnancy cravings with Ellen back when she was expecting her daughter Wyatt. Mila was all about vinegar-based foods like pickles and sauerkraut – husband Ashton Kutcher even put together a special ‘cravings fridge’ for her, filled with the stuff!

The Duchess of Cambridge

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Get the Duchess’ look: Fuchsia Knot Front Jolene Dress & the Blossom Knot Front Maternity Dress

The Duchess of Cambridge managed to keep most of the details of her pregnancies away from the public eye. But as well as a penchant for Seraphine maternity dresses, she was reported to be craving Haribo sweets and a very specific spicy vegetarian curry from a shop in her home town Bucklebury.

Binky Felstead

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Get Binky’s look: Grey Marl Roll Neck Maternity & Nursing Jumper

Made in Chelsea star Binky recently welcomed her first baby – a daughter India Elizabeth. While she was expecting she craved all sorts of naughty things. She revealed to OK! Magazine that she’d been craving ‘Lots of carbs! I can’t get enough of pizza, burgers, fish and chips – anything naughty!’

Gwen Stefani

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Get Gwen’s Look: Faux Leather Panel Maternity Leggings & Black Maternity Shift Dress

Mama of 3 and Seraphine maternity clothes fan Gwen Stefani apparently craved fiery foods like chillies, and even carried a little bottle of Tabasco sauce around in her hand bag just in case!

If you’re having strange pregnancy cravings, don’t forget to check if it’s safe to eat during pregnancy – check out The Babble Out’s list of the top foods to enjoy & to avoid when you’re expecting.

Super Model Doutzen Kroes & BBC Newsreader Kate Silverton in Seraphine!

It’s been another great week here at Seraphine with two more celebrity mums looking fabulous in Seraphine maternity clothes!

Doutzen Kroes

Over the Easter weekend Dutch super model Doutzen Kroes perfected her poise in a pair of Seraphine Maternity Leggings. The stunning Victoria’s Secret Angel posted this stylish shot taken at her pre-natal ballet class on Instagram over the weekend, singing the praises of her Grey Bamboo Leggings!

Doutzen and her DJ husband Sunnery James already have a three year old son Phyllon Joy Gorré, and are expecting their second child, a daughter later this year.

As a professional lingerie model, Doutzen works hard to maintain her svelte figure, working out 4 times a week and splitting her training between boxing and ballet classes with Natalie Portman’s Black Swan ballet instructor Mary Helen Bowers of Ballet Beautiful.

The Grey Seraphine Maternity Leggings she wore are the exact same style that Claudia Schiffer loved during her pregnancy and no wonder: They are specifically designed for pre-natal exercise. Made in our signature bamboo blend yarn, they are incredibly soft and provide brilliant support for your bump, and they are also hypoallergenic, antibacterial and will wick away moisture to help regulate your temperature!

Kate Silverton

Then later in the week, BBC journalist and newsreader Kate Silverton was photographed in Hello! Magazine wearing our Black Over Bump Maternity Jeans!

Kate and her husband Mike have suffered fertility problems in the past, but their two year old daughter, Clemency Florence Rose was eventually conceived naturally after 4 unsuccessful rounds of IVF, and they are now expecting their second naturally conceived miracle baby in June!

Kate is pictured in our maternity jeans spending time in the garden with her family before their imminent new arrival. She styled them with a pair of black ballerina pumps, a neutral jacket and Ray bans for a relaxed spring time look.

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Seraphine’s Top Three Spring Trends to try Right Now!

The sun is out and spring is finally in full swing, so it’s time to ditch those awkward in-between-season styles and leap into the latest springtime trends!

To give you a little inspiration, here are the top three trends that have taken our fashion fancy here at Seraphine this season:

Spaghetti Strap Slip Dresses

The iconic nineties style spaghetti strap slip dress is having a major comeback right now, and these slinky little lingerie-inspired numbers are dominating street style and evening wear lineups alike!

This style is all about simple shapes and barely-there skinny spaghetti straps, and these dresses are perfect for teaming with a denim shirt or a stylish summer cardi for a versatile springtime look.

This trend is easy to adapt for your new maternity curves by simply adding a bit of structure around your empire waist line. Try our Grecian Maternity Maxi Dress in Grape or Azure Blue, or for a shorter style, try our Textured Cotton Maternity Dress in White or Dusty blue.

Loose Fit Trousers

Palazzo pants, boyfriend jeans and slouchy silhouettes; this season is all about loose fitting trousers! So give those skinny jeans a break and set your legs free in a flowing pair of slouchy fit pants!

If you’re pregnant right now, this trend couldn’t have come at a better time for you – slouchy loose fitting trousers are easy to wear and incredibly comfortable, so pick a pair and get stylish!

Our Summer Slouchy Maternity Trousers are bang on the trend, and come in classic black, cool khaki and a snazzy tribal print; perfect for styling with a chic maternity top. Or for an iconic summer style, try our wide leg Linen Maternity Trousers in Sand or White.

English Country Garden

Work this trend in pastel shades, luxurious lace, flirty florals or a combination of the three! Ultra feminine, refined and oh so British; this girly trend is perfect for a sunny garden party or a spring wedding.

This is a lovely look that works wonderfully with your new curves. Try our White Lace Maternity Dress and team it with a pastel coloured cardi for a chic daytime look. For a more floral focused take on the trend, opt for our Silk Printed Maternity Maxi Dress (loved by Halle Berry). And combining all three elements of the English Country Garden trend, our Rose Pink Lace Maternity Cocktail Dress has to be the star item for this ultra feminine look!

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Stylish Celeb Mums Sam Bailey & Olivia Wilde Spotted in Seraphine!

We think it’s safe to say that Seraphine has the X-factor this week, with two stylish celebrity mamas stepping out looking stunning in Seraphine maternity clothes!

Sam Bailey

First off, expectant X-factor winner Sam Bailey wowed in our Black Textured Silk Maternity Cocktail Dress! The talented mum of two rocked the pure silk LBD at a charity event in London, and teamed it with a pair of classic black heels for an ultra-chic and stylish look.

She wore subtle makeup which emphasized her natural glowing complexion, and styled her hair up in a sleek bun to complete the look.

Olivia Wilde

Meanwhile across the pond in New York, stunning actress Olivia Wilde looked as effortlessly chic as ever in a pair of Seraphine Maternity jeans!

Olivia and her actor fiancé Jason Sudeikis are expecting their first child (a boy!) early in May, and with just under a month to go till her due date, she has managed to look fantastic throughout her pregnancy, staying true to her own style.

The star was snapped strutting through New York’s trendy Soho district looking natural with loose hair and minimal makeup. She teamed our Luxe Grey Skinny Maternity Jeans with a white vest, a loose fitting black shirt and a leather jacket for an ultra cool monochrome look, and accessorised with ankle boots, a long pendant necklace and dark shades – the epitome of edgy urban style.

Olivia is not the first Stylish celeb mum to rock a pair of Seraphine maternity jeans, and nor will she be the last! An impressive array of expectant A listers have discovered our unbeatable denim range including big names such as Kate Winslet, Jessica Alba, January Jones and Dannii Minogue!

Click here to discover more Seraphine styles loved by the stars!

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