Rent maternity clothes? You sure can.
Who wants to spend time and money buying maternity clothes you’ll only wear for a few months? Nobody, that’s who. And who wants to do a ton of mall shopping with a growing belly? Not us. Whether you’re figuring out your pregnancy style or looking to stay fashionable by renting cute maternity clothes you can send back when they no longer fit, maternity subscription boxes and rental services are a smart and affordable option. It’s like a fashionable twist on the classic baby shower. Instead of receiving a mountain of onesies and tiny socks, you can indulge in a rotating wardrobe that grows with your belly. Say goodbye to the days of sacrificing style for comfort. This is a whole new world of chic maternity wear that’s so beyond leggings and tees (unless that’s what you want!).
From the moment that little plus sign appears on the pregnancy test, we’ve all found ourselves thinking about finding clothes that accommodate our changing body shapes. It’s totally natural. We promise. Especially when you’re adjusting to all the evolving your bod goes through during this time, wondering how you’re going to dress it is something we’ve all dealt with. Whether you’re a trendy fashionista or a minimalist mama, these services have got you covered (literally). We’ve made sure there’s something for everyone.
Armoire
With fashions categorized by maternity, bump-friendly, and nursing, you're sure to find fashions that cater to your needs throughout your pregnancy and beyond.
What you get: 4, 6 or 7 items, depending on your subscription plan
How it works: Take a style quiz and make your selections from a curated list. When you're ready for new clothes, choose your next fashions. Keep your current items until your new clothes arrive
Best for: All stages of your pregnancy, plus postpartum
Cost: Subscriptions start at $69/first month for 4 items
Check it out: Here
Motherhood Rental
Motherhood Maternity and A Pea in the Pod are behind this new subscription service, giving you an easy, fun way to get your hands on their large assortment of new releases, best sellers and seasonal fashions.
What you get: Three items with each order from pieces you've saved as favorites
How it works: Shoppers choose at least eight styles and prioritize them as a must-have or something to save for later in pregnancy. Motherhood Rental sends three items that you have the option to purchase or return in the prepaid bag and swap out for other fashions. Swap items as often as you like or need to, to accommodate your bump. Once returned, clothes are wet-cleaned and dry-cleaned and sent through a high-heat steam tunnel, and no dyes or perfumes are used in the cleaning process
Best for: All pregnancy stages and occasions, from special occasion outfits to designer denim and leggings
Cost: $69/month
Check it out: Here
Le Tote
Le Tote does “fashion rental for everyday style,” and anyone can go back and forth from the classic to maternity versions of the service. Fill out a style profile, and then a stylist chooses clothes and accessories for you. You can say “yea” or “nay” to these items before they’re ever sent. Payment is for membership, not per item. Keep anything you like.
What you get: Maternity clothing items and accessories
How it works: Fill out a style profile to have a stylist choose clothes and accessories for you. Choose which you like and replace any you don't. You'll then get a tote with clothes and accessories based on your current needs and fashion preferences. When you’re ready to change it up, return the items (or buy them to keep them permanently) and get a new tote
Best for: Moms who need a little office wear and a little weekend wear
Cost: Membership plans start at $79/month
Check it out: Here
Stitch Fix
With Stitch Fix, there's no subscription required. Fill out a profile about your style preferences, price requirements and measurements, and a stylist will hand-pick five fashion pieces to be delivered to your door. Order on demand or get a monthly box. For women in sizes 0-16 and XS-XXL, Stitch Fix provides fashions for all three trimesters and post-baby. For sizes 1X-3X and 14W-24W, they offer maternity-friendly tops through your second trimester and post-baby. You might see multiple of the same pieces in different colors or prints, so if you're looking for basic staple pieces, this is a good place to start.
What you get: 5 hand-selected pieces per delivery
How it works: Keep what you like, send back the rest. Shipping is free both ways
Best for: Moms-to-be that are feeling hopelessly style-less now that they're pregnant and looking to build on basics
Cost: $20 styling fee per delivery, which is credited toward items you purchase, and then pay only for what you keep
Check it out: Here
Rent the Runway
This rental service offers maternity pieces and bump-friendly non-maternity styles. Rent the Runway also has maternity-wear stylists on call that you can contact for free. Ask them fit and style questions or general questions about what you're getting. Talk about fancy.
What you get: Five pieces at a time
How it works: Enter your due date to see styles that match where you are in your pregnancy or skip that and view all the offerings
Best for: Moms seeking stylish designer pieces
Cost: Membership plans start at $94/month
Check it out: Here
La Belle Bump
With La Belle Bump, you get higher-end clothes that they actually like (yay!) without the investment of buying. Popular items include all kinds of cute shorts for the summer, like the pair pictured above. You'll also like getting stylish outfits that aren’t the “cookie-cutter” looks you see everywhere else. The service provides nursing-friendly outfits and special-occasion rentals, too.
What you get: 3 or 5 maternity pieces at a time
How it works: Fill out a style questionnaire, and get items delivered to you. When you send something back (because you don’t like it, or you’re just ready for something new), you’ll get the same number of new items. Clothes available in maternity 0-14
Best for: Formal wear, working women, stylish mamas seeking unique dresses
Cost: $79/month for 3 items; $109/month for 5 items. Free shipping
Check it out: Here
Nuuly Rental
Subscribe and rent any 6 styles, every month. They're all yours for the next month. Don't worry about laundry or repairs—it's included in the plan. If you fall in love with something, buy it. Send back the rest by your billing date and repeat. There are no late fees or damage fees, either.
What you get: You choose what you borrow; 6 styles from multiple categories
How it works: It’s just like shopping online, but you're renting (with the option to purchase)
Best for: The "cool mom", who really doesn't want to sacrifice her personal style in favor of maternity clothes that fit
Cost: $98/month
Check it out: Nuuly Rental
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