22 Cute Thanksgiving Maternity Outfits That Fit the Bump

Thanksgiving is a long day of cooking, eating and posing for the family photo. When you're pregnant, your usual fall outfit might pinch by the time the pie comes out.

This list shows 22 maternity Thanksgiving outfits, from a mustard knit dress to a plaid flannel for bump photos, for cold or mild weather. For more autumn ideas beyond the holiday, see these fall maternity outfits.

1. Mustard Ribbed Knit Dress Among Fall Leaves

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Mustard is the color of Thanksgiving. This sleeveless ribbed knit midi dress has a small mock neck and hugs the bump.

Best for: the family photo, second or third trimester.

Try this: Stand in front of a tree with yellow leaves and tuck one hand under the bump, just like here.

2. Camel Trench, Gray Hoodie and Wide Black Pants

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Not every Thanksgiving is fancy. A long camel trench left open over a light gray hoodie and high-waisted wide black pants looks put together but feels like loungewear.

Best for: a casual Friendsgiving or a busy day of errands, any trimester.

Try this: Bring flowers for the host. A paper-wrapped bouquet is a sweet prop for a quick photo on the way in.

3. Beige Trench over a Black Ribbed Dress

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A black ribbed dress is the little black dress of pregnancy. It shows off the bump and goes with every coat you own.

Best for: dinner at the in-laws' house, second and third trimester.

Try this: Wear the trench open so it frames the bump instead of covering it.

4. Brown Rib Knit Dress with a Charcoal Wool Coat

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Chocolate brown is softer than black and feels very fall. A fitted rib knit dress pairs with a thick charcoal wool coat for a chilly November afternoon.

Best for: cold northern Thanksgivings, third trimester.

Try this: Ask someone to shoot just your hands, the leaf and the bump for a close-up announcement or update photo.

5. Cream Textured Knit with a Long Column Skirt

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Cream knit looks soft and warm next to a table full of browns and oranges. This one has a wavy ribbed texture, long sleeves and a fitted column skirt that runs past the knees.

Best for: a dressy dinner or a maternity photo, third trimester.

Try this: Keep a dark napkin on your lap at dinner. Cream and cranberry sauce are not friends.

6. Blush Chunky Knit Sweater and Brown Pants

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An oversized chunky knit is the coziest thing you can wear to a long dinner. This blush pink sweater has a ribbed hem that falls below the bump, worn with soft brown pants.

Best for: a relaxed family dinner, second trimester.

Try this: Size up one size in a regular sweater instead of buying maternity. Chunky knits stretch nicely over a bump.

7. Blue Geometric Sweater with a Beaded Necklace

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A bold pattern means you don't need any other accessories. This long sweater has big navy and light blue diamond shapes and falls past the hips.

Best for: an outdoor walk after dinner, second trimester.

Try this: Pick a pattern with one dark color so it hides a spill or two.

8. Red Long-Sleeve Jersey Dress

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Cranberry red is a happy holiday color that also carries you into December. This long-sleeve jersey dress drapes over the bump and flares a little at the hem.

Best for: Thanksgiving and the holiday parties after it, any trimester.

Try this: Choose jersey fabric. It stretches as you grow and doesn't wrinkle in the car.

9. Oatmeal Off-Shoulder Knit Sweater

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An off-the-shoulder knit is cozy and a little bit pretty at the same time. This oatmeal sweater has a wide fold-over neckline and long sleeves with flared cuffs.

Best for: golden hour family photos, second or third trimester.

Try this: Bring a scarf for indoors. Bare shoulders can get chilly in a drafty dining room.

10. All-Black Fitted Top and Leggings with Red Lips

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All black is easy, flattering and always in your closet. A fitted long-sleeve top and black leggings show the bump in a clean line.

Best for: a last-minute outfit, any trimester.

Try this: Add a camel coat for the drive and you're ready in two minutes.

11. Floral Midi Dress with a Dark Suede Moto Jacket

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A summer floral dress can work in November with the right jacket. This black dress with tiny white flowers sits under a dark brown suede moto jacket with silver zippers.

Best for: Friendsgiving or a city dinner, second trimester.

Try this: Moto jackets are short, so they never have to close over the bump.

12. Olive Parka over a Striped Color-Block Tunic

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Real Thanksgiving weather in many states means wind and drizzle. An olive hooded parka with orange zip trim fits over a big bump, and under it she layers a light pink coat.

Best for: a cold, rainy holiday or a walk before dinner, third trimester.

Try this: Pick one comfy base outfit for the long weekend and change only the coat and shoes.

13. Taupe Jacket, Brown Sweater and Chunky Gray Scarf

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If it snows before Thanksgiving where you live, this is your outfit. A brown knit sweater, a short taupe jacket and a chunky gray infinity scarf keep you warm.

Best for: snowy northern holidays, second trimester.

Try this: A long sweater over leggings is warmer than a dress and easier to sit in for hours.

14. Matching Turtleneck Sweaters for Couples

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Turtlenecks for two look planned without being matchy. He wears a light ribbed turtleneck and jeans, and she wears a darker soft turtleneck sweater.

Best for: a couple photo for your holiday card, second trimester.

Try this: Ask a cousin to take a few shots while you laugh together. Candid ones often look best.

15. Black Dress and Gray Tee for the Family Photo

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Black and gray work for every family photo. She wears a black V-neck dress with full sleeves and an empire waist, and her partner wears a simple gray long-sleeve tee with black pants.

Best for: fall family photos, third trimester.

Try this: If the family is wearing fall colors, a black dress lets everyone else's outfits stand out without clashing.

16. Dusty Blue Sweatshirt and Jogger Set

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Staying home this year? A matching sweatshirt and jogger set feels like pajamas but looks tidy.

Best for: a small dinner at home, any trimester, also great as a postpartum Thanksgiving outfit.

Try this: Pick a set with a slightly cropped top. It shows a little bump and looks more styled.

17. Heather Navy Marled Sweater

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A marled knit has two colors twisted together, so it looks rich and hides wrinkles from the car ride. This heather navy sweater fits over the bump with room to spare.

Best for: a cozy dinner, first or second trimester.

Try this: For a dressier look, tuck the front of the sweater over a skater skirt.

18. Beige Short-Sleeve Midi Dress

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Thanksgiving in Texas, Florida or California can still be warm. A beige V-neck dress with short folded sleeves and a gathered waist above the bump keeps you cool in a hot kitchen.

Best for: warm-weather Thanksgivings, second trimester.

Try this: If you're cooking, a light dress beats a sweater. Ovens heat up a small kitchen fast.

19. Dusty Blue Off-Shoulder Smocked Dress

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A smocked bodice stretches all the way through the third trimester. This dusty blue dress has an off-the-shoulder ruffle and a long flowy skirt.

Best for: mild afternoons and photos, third trimester.

Try this: Smocking means no zippers or buttons, so you can wear it again after the baby comes.

20. Mustard Rib Knit Dress, Long Cardigan and Shearling Boots

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Tone-on-tone is the easiest way to look polished. Here is the mustard rib knit dress from #1, now with a matching long cardigan that makes one long line, and boots with fluffy shearling cuffs keep your feet warm.

Best for: cold and damp days, second or third trimester.

Try this: Flat boots with good grip are safer on wet leaves than heels.

21. Royal Blue Off-Shoulder Long-Sleeve Dress

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Royal blue is a bold choice that photographs well against fall colors. This fitted dress has an off-shoulder neckline and long sleeves, so it shows the bump but still feels covered.

Best for: a dressy dinner or a maternity photo, third trimester.

Try this: If you're going for a dressier evening, try more maternity dinner outfits built around one bold dress.

22. Plaid Flannel over a White Crop Top and Jeans

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Plaid flannel is pure November. For a bump photo, she slips a navy and tan flannel off one shoulder over a white crop top and jeans.

Best for: a fun bump photo for your holiday post, third trimester.

Try this: Borrow your partner's flannel. It's already big enough.

How to Put Together Maternity Thanksgiving Outfits

Comfort comes first on a long holiday. Build any look above in three steps.

1. Start with a stretchy base. A knit dress, leggings with a long sweater, or jeans with an over-bump panel. Skip tight waistbands.
2. Add one warm layer you can take off. Kitchens get hot and porches get cold. A cardigan, trench or open coat is easier than a thick sweater you can't remove.
3. Wear flat, comfy shoes. You'll stand while cooking and walk on wet leaves. Ankle boots or sneakers with grip are a safe bet. If you have swelling or back pain, check with your doctor or midwife about what's best for you.

Your Thanksgiving	Base	Layer	Shoes
Big family dinner	Knit midi dress	Long cardigan	Flat ankle boots
Casual Friendsgiving	Hoodie + wide pants	Trench coat	Sneakers
Cold and snowy	Long sweater + leggings	Parka + scarf	Waterproof boots
Warm-weather state	Light midi dress	Denim jacket	Sandals or flats
Staying home	Sweatshirt set	None needed	Slippers

For colder weeks after the holiday, these winter maternity outfits use the same layering idea with heavier coats.

FAQ

What should I wear to Thanksgiving while pregnant? A stretchy knit dress or a long sweater with maternity leggings is the most comfortable choice.

Can I wear jeans for a pregnant Thanksgiving outfit? Yes. Choose maternity jeans with a full over-bump panel so nothing digs in while you sit at the table. Pair them with a chunky sweater or a flannel shirt.

What colors are best for Thanksgiving maternity photos? Warm fall colors like mustard, camel, rust, cranberry and cream look great against fall leaves. Black, navy and dusty blue also work if you want the bump to stand out.

What is a good postpartum Thanksgiving outfit? A soft sweatshirt and jogger set or a stretchy knit dress with a long cardigan is easy to wear after birth. If you're nursing, pick a top that's easy to lift or a wrap style.