12 best maternity jeans that deliver on comfort and style
12 best maternity jeans that deliver on comfort and style
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When it comes to innovative shapewear, Spanx reigns supreme, so I had high hopes for its jean-leggings hybrid. I opted for my usual size, which is a small, as they are made from a stretch-jersey fabric that has plenty of give for a growing bump. Although skinny jeans might be being left in the past for now, there’s a need for them (especially when it comes to wearing knee-high boots – I always struggle tucking jeans into long boots when there’s too much excess fabric, and these do the job nicely giving a smooth, seamless tuck).
Thanks to the generous stretch, they felt like leggings as opposed to jeans, and they had the nicest over-the-bump waistband material on any of the styles I tried – ribbed and oh-so-soft. The price point is bridging the gap between high street and high-end, but you generally get what you pay for – and in this case, it’s a pair of great quality, comfortable jeans that make a good investment for your post-partum days too.
I was a little surprised by M&S’s lack of maternity clothes. For such a huge high street retailer, I expected more options, but the jeggings were a good start. I tried size 8, which felt very secure on my legs and bump, but being skinny jeans without a huge amount of stretch, I found them quite difficult to get on and off, which isn’t easy with a big bump in the way. I thought they looked cute styled with an oversized shirt and ballet pumps, and they would look good tucked into knee-high riding boots and a shearling aviator jacket for days in the country. For just £19.50 they’re a bargain option for skinny jeans lovers.
