Spring/Summer 2013 trends: Printed maternity leggings and trousers, monochrome, geometric, floral and more

Peter Pilotto S/S 2013

Show off your bump in one of this season's  hottest trends with a pair of printed trousers.

The summer 2013 catwalks were gleaming with this style, with the likes of Peter Pilotto, Matthew Williamson, Moschino Cheap and Chic and House of Holland just a handful of designers showcasing this look.

Florals, bold block prints, monochrome geometrics, stripes and zig zags are just some of the prints that have filtered into the highstreet  and maternity world with Kim Kardashian and Peaches Geldof spotted showing off their bumps in a pair of printed trousers or leggings.

The key to this look is to keep the top part simple. Opt for a simple vest or tee in one colour and keep footwear to flats.

For a night out add a pair of simple heels and a one tone blazer.

Below are some of our virtual highstreet printed picks.

ASOS Maternity Legging in Stripe, £16

Maternity Printed Harem Trousers, £24, Next

Cool change surf pant £139 Blossom Mother and Child

Heavenly Bump Maternity Lou Lou Printed Palazzo Trousers £25

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Top five maternity bodycon dresses as seen on Kim Kardashian and Rochelle Humes

The bodycon shape has been a hot trend for a good few years now, and just because you're pregnant it doesn't mean you have to turn your back on this look.

Over the past few months celebrity yummy mummies-to-be such as Rochelle Humes and Kim Kardashian have shown how to wear this trend to show off their bump in style.

The great thing about a bodycon silhouette is that it sits in all the right places and shows off your new found curves, as well as your bump. And because many of the frocks available on the highstreet are stretchy, you don't have to necessarily pick a maternity number here.

We advise buying the next size up and opting for a slightly longer hem to ensure there's enough fabric to accommodate your bump without being too short.

Opt for bold patterns, which will channel this season's trends, while also looking great on that growing bump and team up with a pair of flat pumps or sandals.

If you're buying from a maternity range then opting for an above the knee hemline will show off those pins and balance out your bump.

Below is our pick of maternity and non-maternity bodycon frocks on the virtual highstreet.

We love, love, love this printed bodycon number, £30, Asos

Opting for a non-maternity frock in the next size up means you can wear exactly what you like. We heart this patterned style from Boohoo, £15,

Another non-maternity lovely, this tie dye number is perfect for flattering that bump. River Island, £25.

Maternity Plain Bodycon Dress, £28, Topshop

Stripe Bodycon dress, Next, £45

Maternity maxi dresses for Spring/Summer 2013

Despite the icy weather making us think its our winter wardrobes that should be updated, Spring/Summer 2013 style is truly here, waiting patiently in the wings for the warmer sun to show its face.

And nothing says summer and lets you show off your  bump more than a maxi dress.

The maternity and mainstream shelves are full of these long frocks in a range of patterns to channel this season's trend.

Choose from fun florals for a simple daytime look, go for bold geometric monochrome prints to make a stand or take a simple black frock and jazz it up with accessories for that night out with the girls.

See the gallery below for just a few available on the maternity scene.

Maternity V Back Maxi Dress £18, Topshop

Alice maxi dress, £110, Rock A Bye Rosie

Stripe maxi dress, £35 Asos

Although this is technically not a maternity dress, we think the rouched waist is great for showing off that bump. River Island, £40

Yolanda Maxi dress, £249, Blossom Mother and Child

Maternity floral fashion for Spring/Summer 2013 and get Kate Middleton's floral frock look

Holly Fulton Spring/Summer 2013

Florals have once again regained their spot in Spring/Summer's must-have lists.

This season the trend sprouted up on the catwalks of Prada, Holly Fulton and Moschino to name a few, channelling both the sixties hippy era as well in a bolder sense with big prints and pop up florals sewn onto tops, skirts and scarves.

And it seems Kate Middleton has been quick to incorporate this trend into her maternity wardrobe. Last week she was spotted scooping up a delicate print floral frock from UK brand Lovestruck.

Although the £37 Deirdre frock wasn't actually labelled as "maternity" the elasticated waist makes it a perfect for that growing bump.

We've picked our fave five floral frocks for this season, including Kate's bargain lovely. See the gallery below for all the fashion.

Kate Middleton was spotted picking up this elasticated "Deirdre" floral dress, £37  by Lovestruck Clothing

Red Floral Maternity & Nursing Dress £39, Jojo Maman Bebe

Tilly Maternity Dress
£189, Isabella Oliver

Maternity Swing Dress With Floral Applique £65, Asos

Heavenly Bump Floral wrap sash dress, £35.99 New Look

Augill Castle launches Royal Babymoon break for parents-to-be

We may not all have been lucky enough to marry into the Royal family, but that doesn't mean we can't be made to feel like a princess when we're pregnant.

Augill Castle in Cumbria has launched a Royal Babymoon Break perfect for parents-to-be looking for a relaxing break before their little one arrives.

The castle, nestled in 15 acres of its own grounds, is offering an idyllic escape packed with thoughtful treats fit for royalty, but thankfully for us guests don’t have to be a future king or queen to indulge.

Indulge in two nights bed and breakfast accommodation for two people in one of Augill’s opulent four poster rooms and enjoy a mocktail on arrival. There's also a range of home-made biscuits in the room to keep cravings and midnight munchies at bay.

If that's not enough then there's also a three course dinner included, which is served in Augill’s glamorous dining room on the first evening, as well as afternoon tea for two on the second day of the stay.

Add to that a pregnancy-friendly platter for dad and mum-to-be to enjoy in the privacy of their room on the second evening, and a voucher offering 15 percent off a stay for the whole family after the new baby is born, and you've got a deal fit for any princess.

Augill’s Royal Babymoon Break is available all year round and costs £450 for two people.  Grab your Prince Charming and you're ready to go. 

For further information on Augill Castle visit www.stayinacastle.com. 

 

Mothers Day gift ideas: Glam, designer changing bags for mums-to-be

Mothers Day is fast approaching and we plan to make the most of the trend for buying presents for yummy mummies to be.

We know it's not the "proper" thing to ask for a particular present, but, if you can't use a day dedicated to being a mum to be a bit cheeky, when can you?

One thing we'll be strongly hinting about this year is a designer changing bag, which is not only a way to store baby's items but also keep us looking as yummy as possible on those days out.

And we've done all the hard work for your other half, scouring the virtual highstreet for some of our faves, which we know you'll also love.

Give him a little nudge and send our list to his inbox.

All he'll need to do is grab his credit card and get shopping.

No top five would be complete without this aptly named Yummy Mummy bag, £79, Pink Lining

Lin and Leo has been one of our fave brands since it launched, and this gorge bag shows exactly why it's a brand so close to our hearts. Loopy Lou Changing Bag £139, from  Baby Shack Direct

Go for sophistication and glam with this Il Tutto Eliza Tote Changing Bag, £100, Mothercare

Go kitsch with this rose print changing bag, £75, Cath Kidston

Go vintage with this stylish Capri changing bag, £120, Koochu