22 Cute Second Trimester Maternity Outfits That Fit the Bump

The bump is finally showing, your energy is coming back, and your old jeans have given up. The second trimester is a sweet spot for getting dressed, but it is also the time when nothing in your closet seems to fit quite right.

These 22 second trimester outfits show you what works now: easy sundresses, maxi skirts, tees with jeans, dinner dresses, church and brunch looks and beach dresses. Each one comes with the pieces you need and a quick tip, so you can copy the look with what you have or a few new basics.

1. Pink Cami Sundress With Pink Sneakers

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A dusty pink cami sundress with thin straps and a gathered waist falls just above the knee. She pairs it with hot pink slip-on sneakers, a pink watch and a fine necklace.

Best for: summer weekends, early second trimester.

Try this: Pick a dress with a seam right under the bust. It sits above the bump and keeps fitting as you grow.

2. White Tank and Floral Maxi Skirt

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A plain white tank meets a pleated chiffon maxi skirt printed with pink roses and blue and yellow flowers. The wide coral waistband stretches over the bump.

Best for: brunch, garden parties, spring and summer.

Try this: Wear the skirt waistband over the bump or under it, whichever feels better that day.

3. Black Cami, Long White Cardigan and Leggings

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A fitted black cami hugs the bump, and a long, open white cardigan adds a soft line over it. Black textured leggings and brown pumps finish a clean city look.

Best for: the office, a city day, tall moms who like long lines.

Try this: Swap the pumps for low block heels or flats if your feet get sore. Ask your doctor or midwife if heels feel off balance.

4. White V-Neck Tee and Skinny Jeans

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A fitted white V-neck tee with side ruching hugs the bump and stops right at the top of dark skinny jeans. Glasses, a high ponytail and light sneakers keep it real-life easy.

Best for: running errands, park walks, any season.

Try this: For more ways to wear denim, see these maternity jeans outfits.

5. Matching White Tees and Jeans With Your Partner

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She and her partner both wear plain white tees and blue jeans, standing back to back so the bump is the star. Her jeans are a darker wash than his.

Best for: bump photos, gender reveals, a casual day out.

Try this: Match colors, not fits. A fitted tee on you and a regular tee on your partner looks great together.

6. White Turtleneck and Purple Overalls

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A white ribbed turtleneck sits under purple overalls with black buckle straps. White cat-eye sunglasses give it a playful touch.

Best for: fall, a casual weekend, petite moms (overalls don't swallow a small frame).

Try this: Let the straps out a notch or two each month instead of buying a new size.

7. Plaid Flannel Over a White Tee

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A green and black buffalo plaid shirt hangs open over a white tee, with the bump peeking through the middle. Her partner's arms wrap around her for a sweet heart-hands pose.

Best for: fall, cabin weekends, outdoor bump photos.

Try this: Borrow a flannel from your partner. Bigger shirts drape nicely over a bump.

8. Striped Cami Sundress With Slides

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A loose striped gauze sundress with tie straps falls to the knee and leaves plenty of room for the bump. She sits on a folding chair in woven slide sandals, phone in hand.

Best for: hot days, a backyard barbecue, a casual weekend.

Try this: Wide stripes in a loose cut skim the bump instead of clinging, so the dress fits for months.

9. Lace Shift Dress With a Yellow Ribbon

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A cream lace shift dress with short sleeves has soft yellow bands and a yellow ribbon tied under the bust. She wears it with dark sneakers in an open field.

Best for: a work day, a baby shower, spring.

Try this: Tie a ribbon right under the bust on any loose dress for instant shape.

10. Teal Lace Dress for Church or Family Photos

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A teal lace dress fits close over the bump, and the family around her dresses up too: a mint dress, a boy in a dark suit and a girl in a white sequin and tulle dress.

Best for: church, Easter, family photos with older siblings.

Try this: Want a modest church look? Add a cardigan or a lace bolero over the bare shoulders.

11. Black Long-Sleeve Bodycon Dress

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A fitted black long-sleeve dress with a wrap-style neckline traces every curve of the bump. It is simple, sleek and easy to dress up.

Best for: dinner dates, fall and winter, a night out.

Try this: Add a red lip and a clutch. A black dress needs nothing else.

12. Teal Mock-Neck Midi Dress

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A deep teal midi dress with a high mock neck and short sleeves skims the bump. A gold watch and a few thin rings are the only accessories.

Best for: dinner, work events, church.

Try this: Jewel tones like teal, emerald and plum look rich in photos and suit many skin tones. More ideas in these maternity dinner outfits.

13. Blue Print Sundress With a Light Cardigan

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A light blue sundress with a tiny green and white print stretches over the bump, and a thin white cardigan covers the bare shoulders. She sits on the grass with one hand on the bump and a big smile.

Best for: spring, park days, work with a cardigan on.

Try this: Keep one thin cardigan in your bag. It turns a sundress into an office or church outfit in seconds.

14. Chambray Smocked Sundress for the Beach

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A light blue sundress has a stretchy smocked bodice, little cap sleeves and a ruffle at the hem. She sits in the sand with the water behind her.

Best for: beach days, vacation, hot weather.

Try this: Smocking stretches with the bump, so these dresses often last into the third trimester.

15. Bright Floral Maxi for Beach Sunsets

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A flowy maxi dress with thin straps and a big red, yellow and lilac print gathers under the bust. She sits on the sand as the sun goes down.

Best for: beach vacations, babymoons, summer evenings.

Try this: In the sun, drink plenty of water and find shade. Check with your doctor or midwife if you plan a trip.

16. Long-Sleeve Jersey Maxi on the Shore

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A fitted long-sleeve maxi dress with a V-neck hugs the bump and pools at her feet. She stands in shallow water with big rocks rising behind her.

Best for: cool beach days, tall moms, maternity photos.

Try this: Petite? Pick a maxi with a slit or have it hemmed so it doesn't drag.

17. Royal Blue Off-Shoulder Gown for Bump Photos

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A royal blue jersey gown sits off the shoulders, with long sleeves, a fitted bodice over the bump and a long train spread across the grass. Her loose curls frame the bare shoulders.

Best for: maternity photos, a babymoon dinner, fall evenings.

Try this: A deep jewel tone like royal blue looks rich on camera and suits many skin tones. Many photographers lend gowns like this, so ask before you buy.

18. Blush Pink Jersey Maxi Dress

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A soft blush jersey maxi has a draped V-neck, a twisted band under the bust and a skirt that falls to the ground. She stands in dappled sun under the trees, smiling down at the bump.

Best for: summer weddings as a guest, garden parties, bump photos.

Try this: Jersey maxis are soft, stretchy and easy to pack. A convertible style can be tied in more than one way.

19. White Strapless Maxi With a Teal Sash

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A white strapless maxi has a smocked top and lace panels down the skirt. A teal satin sash ties above the bump and matches the ribbon on her white rose headband.

Best for: Easter, church, brunch, a baby shower.

Try this: Want more coverage? Add a white or teal cardigan for church or a family service.

20. White Lace-Top Pleated Dress

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A sleeveless white dress has a lace bodice and a soft pleated skirt that drapes over the bump. Long drop earrings add a little sparkle.

Best for: weddings as a guest (skip all-white if the bride asks), brunch, photos.

Try this: If you wear it to church, add a light cardigan for a more modest look.

21. White Button-Up Shirt and Black Skirt

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A crisp white button-up shirt hangs open over the bump, with a black skirt sitting low under it. She stands in a field of tall golden plants with hazy mountains behind her.

Best for: bump photos, the office with the shirt buttoned, any season.

Try this: Borrow a big white shirt from your partner. Button it for work, or wear it open over a cami on weekends.

22. Silver Shimmer Maxi for Holiday Parties

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A sleeveless silver dress with a fine shimmer and a tie waist falls to the floor. Fairy lights, a glittery reindeer and a small tiara make it feel festive.

Best for: Christmas, New Year's Eve, holiday dinners.

Try this: Bring a warm wrap for the trip there and back in winter.

How to Pick Second Trimester Outfits

The second trimester is when the bump really shows. You don't need a whole new wardrobe, just a few smart pieces. If you are still early, these first trimester outfits can help bridge the gap.

1. Buy stretch first. Maternity jeans or leggings, a few fitted tees and one stretchy dress go a long way.
2. Mark the waist above the bump. Empire waists, ribbons and belts under the bust give shape.
3. Layer with long pieces. Open cardigans, flannels and kimonos add warmth and slim the line.
4. Choose comfy shoes. Sneakers, flats and slides are your friends as feet change.
5. Plan for growth. Smocking, ruching, tiers and adjustable straps give you room.

You are	Try this	Skip this
Petite	Knee or midi dresses, cropped cardigans, overalls	Maxis that drag on the floor
Tall	Maxi dresses, long cardigans, high-rise maternity jeans	Dresses that end mid-thigh
Going to church	Midi dresses with a cardigan, sleeves or a bolero	Strapless tops with nothing over them
Going to dinner	Bodycon or jewel-tone midi dresses	Stiff fabrics that dig in when you sit
At the beach	Smocked sundresses and flowy maxis	Heavy fabrics in the sun

FAQ

When should I start wearing maternity clothes? Many people switch sometime in the second trimester, when regular waistbands feel tight. Some start earlier for comfort, and that is fine too.

What should I wear in the second trimester to work? Try a fitted cami or tee under a long cardigan, stretchy maternity pants and comfortable flats. A jewel-tone midi dress also works for most offices.

Can I wear regular clothes in the second trimester? Often, yes. Stretchy dresses, empire waists, leggings and oversized shirts can work for a while. A belly band can also help you keep wearing your regular jeans a bit longer.

What are good second trimester outfits for church? Midi or maxi dresses with sleeves, or any dress with a cardigan or bolero on top. Pick soft fabrics you can sit in comfortably.