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34 maternity dresses for any occasion this summer

By Amelie Langenskiöld

Photo: @_jeanettemadsen

Summer dressing can be restrictive and uncomfortable as it is, so adding a pregnancy belly into the mix is nothing short of overwhelming. Vogue Scandinavia has done the hard yards to find the best summer dresses and styling tips for an easy breezy summer pregnancy

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Lately, pregnancy style has been more liberated than ever. Rihanna repeatedly shut down the internet with her inspiring, all-baring maternity looks throughout the course of her pregnancy, while a belly on the red carpet has becoming a major fashion moment: just look to Serena Williams and Karlie Kloss at this year's Met Gala.

But sometimes, comfort does need to come first – and it doesn't mean you need to compromise on style. Some waistlines and materials simply accommodate a pregnant belly better - especially when you've really start to pop and your usual wardrobe can't keep up. Below, Vogue Scandinavia rounds up a selection of dresses that will work before, during and after you give birth – and will keep you feeling confident and comfortable even into the last weeks of your pregnancy. The arrival of a new child involves more than enough expense, so we've rounded up the dresses that are truly versatile, and will last.

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Knitted dress

There's nothing like the easy, flattering fit of a knitted dress to carry you through your pregnancy. This edit of knits has the perfect stretch to accommodate a belly – and will live on in your wardrobe long after your bump days too.


Molina wool blend wrap dress

Designers Remix

SHOP NOWEUR 245
Jersey midi dress

Jil Sander

SHOP NOWEUR 930
Ribbed-knit midi dress

Ganni

SHOP NOWEUR 225
Off shoulder maxi dress

Gina Tricot

SHOP NOWEUR 59
Courchevel wool blend long dress

The Garment

SHOP NOWEUR 275
Sylia ribbed-knit midi dress

Remain Birger Christensen

SHOP NOWEUR 270

Smocked dress

Like our knitted selection, smocked detailing will also easily adapt to your changing, blossoming shape, and your post-baby body too. And it's not just for your belly – smocked panels at the bodice and sleeves will help to accommodate your beautifully evolving shape as well.


Malina round neck midi dress

Shona Joy

SHOP NOWEUR 360
Soledad midi dress

Poupette St Barths

SHOP NOWEUR 410
Aleria short smocked poplin dress

Maria de la Orden

SHOP NOWEUR 220
Dress in linen

Kappahl

SHOP NOWEUR 69
Plunge-front shirred-cotton midi dress

Matteau

SHOP NOWEUR 520
Atlanta linen midi dress

Sleeper

SHOP NOWEUR 214

Flowy dress

While a summer pregnancy is by no means easy, it does come with benefit of being able to don lightweight, fluid pieces that just flow over your form. Opt for generous shift styles like Rodebjer's tunic, or easy-breezy silhouettes like Deija Studios' midi dress.


The fold striped organic cotton-poplin midi wrap dress

Deiji Studios

SHOP NOWEUR 181
Cotton poplin midi dress

Juliet Dunn

SHOP NOWEUR 362
Kurta printed cotton long dress

Lisa Corti

SHOP NOWEUR 170
Light flowy dress

Filippa K

SHOP NOWEUR 520
Biscotti scarf tunic dress

Rodebjer

SHOP NOWEUR 440
Mini floral sweetheart neck midi dress

Monki

SHOP NOWEUR 30

Empire waist

An empire waistline is a signature for maternity style, and for good reason. Falling in beautiful gathers and waves from under the bust, an empire waistline emphasises your silhouette in the best way. Rixo's printed mini is perfect for easy weekends running errands, while Alémais and Cecilie Bahnsen have options that are perfect for weddings and special occasions over summer.


Luella empire-waist floral-print twill dress

Alémais

SHOP NOWEUR 645
Jersey maxi dress

Polo Ralph Lauren

SHOP NOWEUR 400
Heather empire-line dress

Cecilie Bahnsen

SHOP NOWEUR 950
Melody empire line midi dress

Sachin & Babi

SHOP NOWEUR 718
Lake Garda linen maxi dress

Heidi Klein

SHOP NOWEUR 350
Lanie printed midi dress

Rixo

SHOP NOWEUR 335

Fitted dress

There is nothing more beautiful than seeing a mother-to-be enhancing her figure with a fitted dress. While being pregnant this is really your time to shine in tight clothes, whether a tight tube maxi or a clinging mesh number.


Gathered washed cotton-blend jersey midi dress

James Perse

SHOP NOWEUR 250
Osilio dress

Adoore

SHOP NOWEUR 150
Fatal sleeveless maxi dress

Wolford

SHOP NOWEUR 150
Okra one-shoulder ribbed stretch-organic cotton midi dress

Ninety Percent

SHOP NOWEUR 170
Viscose knit long sleeve maxi dress

Third Form

SHOP NOWEUR 300
Soft lounge ribbed stretch-modal maxi dress

Skims

SHOP NOWEUR 88
Ombré mesh midi dress

Self Portrait

SHOP NOWEUR 290
Organic cotton blend knitted long dress

Zulu & Zephyr

SHOP NOWEUR 206

Belly pop-out

Take your cues from Rihanna's pregnancy style book and let your belly be the main event. Embrace cut-outs, whether beaded, laced or embellished, to truly show off the beauty of your growing bump.


Bandeau cutout maxi dress

Christopher Esber

SHOP NOWEUR 590
Lapponi knit maxi dress

Aya Muse

SHOP NOWEUR 1015
Tommi bead-embellished cutout ribbed-knit midi dress

Simkhai

SHOP NOWEUR 845
Simena cutout ribbed-knit midi dress

Cult Gaia

SHOP NOWEUR 587
Magnolia shiny jersey cutout midi dress

The Attico

SHOP NOWEUR 1070
Lumière kini maxi dress

Oséree

SHOP NOWEUR 325