Friday fantasy fashion item: Maternity dressing gown from Melba London

Fridays are always the day when we can relax a little bit and have a sneaky peak at the latest fashions from our work desks...shhh don't tell our boss.

And it's usually the time we spot a maternity fashion item that we want and lust after.  We don't want to be selfish and keep these finds to ourselves so every week we'll be sharing our fab finds.

Today during our morning surf we spotted this gorge maternity dressing gown from Melba London, which screams luxury, while also remaining reasonably priced at £25.

We think it's perfect for those days lounging at home before baby is born as well as keeping you warm in hospital after baby's arrival.

And if maternity dressing gowns are good enough for Fearne Cotton then they are more than good enough for us.

We dare you to take a quick peak.

Maternity nightdresses: How to pick one and our top five faves

Maternity nightdresses probably aren't at the top of your list when you first find out you're pregnant.

Afterall, if you're like us then you'll have a huge range of baggy nightwear taking up space in your wardrobe, which can act as a temporary cover for your bump.

However, as you get bigger and bigger you may find that the baggy nightdress is becoming a little bit tight, and that means one thing- it's time to invest in a maternity nightwear number.

To ensure you stay as comfy as possible opt for a maternity nightdress that is stretchy enough to grow with your bump but also won't lose elasticity and shape when it goes through the wash.

If you tend to be experiencing a change in body temperature as a result of your pregnancy, or you're planning to wear this when giving birth then opt for a natural fibre such as cotton, which is breathable and will keep you cool during those night time hot flushes and throughout labour.

We've picked out some of our faves on the virtual highstreet in the gallery below, and keep reading for our finds on the best maternity PJs and nursing nightwear later on in the month.

Maternity Pure Cotton Animal Print Chemise, £12.50 Marks and Spencer

Maternity Nightshirt 881
£25, Emma Jane Maternity, buy from Maternity2Nursing

Maternity nightie £12.99, Bonprix

Mauve Nightdress £25 Melba London

Blooming Marvellous Maternity Colour Block Nightdress - 2 Pack £26, Mothercare

Maternity dressing gowns inspired by Fearne Cotton

Fearne Cotton may have opted for two different dresses as she hosted the Cosmopolitan Ultimate Women Awards 2012 last night, but she also showed us how to wear a dressing gown in bumpilicious style.

As well as the boho sleeved floral and lace frock, which she wore for the beginning of the event, and the sleek monochrome dress for later in the evening, the presenter also gave us a little lesson in the importance of nightwear.

This morning she Tweeted: "Last night the Cosmos were in the V&A. My dress needed an iron so I ticked 'being naked in the V&A' off the life list!", before posting a picture of herself in a cosy whitedressing gown.

We've taken inspiration from the sneak peak and put together a few of our fave styles, which are sure to keep you comfy and your bump warm in the upcoming winter months.

See our picks below.

Fearne showed off her bump in a casual dressing gown

We heart this nightwear number from Blooming Marvelous, £18, Mothercare

Break the buget with this gorgeous nursing dressing gown £79, Babes with Babies

Mauve dressing gown, £25 Melba London