We can think of at least 5 reasons why you will want to snag this deal from Hip to be Round in Carytown:
1. You’re pregnant (obvi).
2. You got the pregnant co-worker in the office Secret Santa.
3. Your friend is has a new baby and is compliaining that nothing fits right and if it fits right she can’t breastfeed in it.
4. You’re not pregnant, but you secretly like the Michael Stars maternity tees better than your regular non-maternity tees because they are longer and fit better.
5. Your friend/sister/sister-in-law is expecting and you’re after the coveted “Godparent” status.
Whatever your reason click here because we’ve got the hook up for great savings at Hip to be Round
Coupon valid December 3, 2013 to March 1, 2014. Offer expires December 9, 2013 so get it while you can!
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30% OFF Sale Styles at Hip to be Round – Richmond’s BEST Maternity Shop
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From Thursday through Sunday all sale items are on sale! How cool is that? Take an additional 30% off all our markdowns.
And you can help the Richmond Doulas Food Drive and take 20% off your purchase. Bring in 2 or more items such as baby food, baby cereals, formula, nursing supplies, snacks and save 20% off your full price purchase at Hip to be Round! This offer won’t last long so check it out now. Click here for details.
When your body is changing, you may wonder if you should wait and buy maternity clothes later in your pregnancy or get them from the beginning. When is the right time to pick up a few maternity basics?
The answer is simple: start as soon as you are uncomfortable.
Many women start feeling that their pants are uncomfortable right around 10 – 16 weeks (but that doesn’t mean your pants can’t feel a little tight at 8 or 18 weeks). Maternity pants can look and feel great and there is no point in being uncomfortable when a better option is out there.
Here are 5 tips toward buying maternity pants with confidence:
Paige maternity jeans, available at Hip to be Round
1. Ask for help. Even if your favorite brand makes maternity, you’ll find items are retrofitted or made by a different designer altogether so it might not have the fit you’re used to. Ask the salesperson what the best selling style is and why. You’ll be surprised to hear there’s a lot more that goes into designing maternity pants than you think!
2. Check the fabric content. Most denim right now contains a certain amount of stretch fabric like Lycra or Spandex to retain shape and provide a comfortable fit. The more stretch, the more you can go with a fit that feels good “right now”. For example: a pair with 98% cotton and 2% elastine (stretch material like Lycra or Spandex) will have enough stretch retain it’s shape, but you will likely need to size up for a good maternity fit since they won’t grow with you. Denim with a 78% cotton, 20% poly, 2% spandex blend will be noticeably more stretchy and you’ll be able to purchase a pair that fit closer to how you normally wear them.
One thing to remember: heat damages elastine over time. That means that if you’re putting your jeans in the dryer to “shrink them down” you are actually damaging their ability to retain their shape!
3. Give yourself a little “insurance room”. This is especially true when shopping in your first trimester. This does not mean you need to buy a size up or have a baggy fit, but you do want a little extra room to grow. Here is one way to check: while wearing the jeans, use your thumb and index finger to grab a pinch of the fabric near your hip. If you pinch your skin, it’s not going to give enough room to grow, If you can grab a full handful of the fabric, try the size down. If you have just enough to comfortably hold between your fingers you’re probably just right.
5. Sit. Find a spot to sit in your pants and lean forward. Maternity pants offer the least flexibility right were the pant meets the panel (which is an important spot if you plan on sitting any time soon), if it’s digging in, it’s too tight. While it feels low, the panel should start right above the pelvic bone, cradling the belly and allowing you to sit comfortably.
5. And this is a biggie: Don’t be tempted to purchase regular jeans in a size up. It always seems like a good idea at the time, a cheap pair of jeans to wear in that “in between stage”, but that doesn’t change the fact that you are buying a pair of jeans for only a few weeks. Eventually, since non-maternity pants are not meant to adapt to your growing body, they’ll have trouble staying put or be ill-fitting in the behind and before long, you’re going to need another pair. if you need a temporary stop-gap, try a Bella Band, meant to extend the life of your pre-pregnancy jeans. The better (and more comfortable) investment is to purchase a good pair of maternity jeans from the start that will adapt and grow with you.
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You can do just that Hip to be Round Maternity Boutique. Their awesome Labor Day sale is on Sunday and Monday, September 1-2, 2013. Instant savings just waiting for you.
If you haven’t unlocked ultimate nerd status by looking it up, I gotcha covered.
Pantone Color Forecast for Fall 2012
We love orange with neutrals like this combo from Design-Seeds
Orange has gained popularity in recent years (Tangerine Tango was the color of the year last year) which is great because it’s bright, sunny, rich and autumnal all at once.
So, since it’s August, and that’s only one step away from everything pumpkin spice, let’s talk about the do’s and don’t of wearing Koi.
Do: Use orange to spice up neutrals; we love koi with steel, navy, nude & brown.
Don’t: be afraid to wear orange if you can’t wear it next to your face. Break it up with a chunky brown necklace or tone it down with a neutral cardigan.
Do: wear it to your baby shower! Not that you must wear blue or pink, but orange makes a fun, gender neutral color to wear to your shower which is especially fun if you’re not finding out.
Try grey and orange for an alternative if you’re tired of browns.
Don’t: shy away from wearing it in the winter. True, orange is synonymous with fall, but that doesn’t mean it’s hands off after November. Ward off the dreary days of January and wear a splash of orange with dark denim and a grey cardigan (you can even wear those basic black flats you’ve been living in).
Do: tread carefully when pairing with black lest we look like a pumpkin on Halloween. If you’re unsure, skip the black, not the orange.
Do: Try orange instead of red. I love red, don’t get me wrong, but koi makes a great statement in an unpredictable way.
One of the great things about your maternity wardrobe is that it gives you a chance to try out a few new trends and wear some things you don’t normally wear (after all, unless you’re a Duggar, you’re not typically pregnant). So even if orange isn’t in your safe-zone – stop in and give it a try!
Left to Right: Orange paired with chocolate brown, black and navy.
Is anyone else planning on giving Koi a try this winter? What is your favorite thing to pair with orange?
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Jessica Alba stays comfortable in leggings.
Fall is on it’s way and just because your pregnant doesn’t mean you can’t get in on great style.
Here are the top 7 staples that should be in your maternity wardrobe as autumn arrives…
1 Noppies Leggings.
There is no doubt that leggings are a pregnant girl’s best friend. Pair them with tunics, under dresses, big chunky sweaters, you name it. Just when you thought leggings couldn’t get any better (or more comfortable) one of our favorite maternity brands managed to improve them with a soft stay-put underbelly fit and adjustable waistband making them great for postpartum.
Style Tip: During your pregnancy, your growing belly will bring the hemlines of dresses and tunics a little higher, leggings will give extra-coverage under dresses that have become too short during pregnancy.
2 Skinny Jeans.
While some women balk at skinny jeans for maternity nothing really beats the versatility. Skinny jeans look great pre-fall with a pair of oxfords, tuck into your favorite boots neatly and cleanly and then in spring again (postpartum) with some colorful flats. We love bootcut styles and straight styles, but if you’re only going for one pair, opt for skinny.
Style Tip: When shopping for denim, look for something that you can wear postpartum, like Paige Maternity underbelly jeans which provide a comfortable “muffin top free” fit after baby.
3 We love fitted styles because of how they flatter your bump, but some days you just want to be covered up. A chunky sweater looks great with your leggings or skinny jeans or paired over a slim line pencil skirt for work.
Style Tip: if you’re having your baby in the fall or winter, they provide a good postpartum fit.
If it’s not clear by now we love items that can be dressed up or down and Michael Stars Shine tops hit the sweet spot between dressy and casual. Wear with your skinnies on the weekend and dress it up for the office. Wash and dry this top 1,000 times and it still looks as great as the day you bought it which is great since the gentle stretch and longer fit makes it a top you can count on for week 40.
Style Tip: If you’re tall, pair the Michael Stars Shine top with skinny jeans, if you’re shorter, with leggings. Ruche the top more or less to bring the shirt to the right length for your body.
Wear it to the office, wear it on date night, pop on your chunky sweater and favorite boots for a perfectly put-together fall look.
Style Tip: Fitted dress can double as a pencil skirt when you pair it with a longer top or sweater
Selma Blair tucks her skinny jeans into boots.
The LBD rule doesn’t escape maternity. Fall and winter pregnancies mean you’re going to need something for holiday. Find a black dress with a great fit that you can dress up or down.
Style tip: use accessories to change this dress up: a knit scarf to dress it down, a chunky necklace for a party or a patent belt and matching shoes for something more professional.
If there is any time where you have fewer clothes than when you’re pregnant, it’s postpartum. Many maternity brands have been making life easier for mom by incorporating nursing access into their maternity wear to help bridge the postpartum gap. If you’re headed back to work, nursing access makes pumping easier.
Style tip: Pack this item in your hospital bag to have something flattering and comfortable to go home in.
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Prices Valid August 1 – 4, 2013. Happy World Breastfeeding Week!
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What better time than World Breastfeeding Week to offer a fantastic sale on nursing apparel! Leave it to Hip to be Round to have exactly what expectant moms need when they need it most.
Mark your calendars for the next LLL Meeting on August 8, 2013 at 6pm and then enjoy some shopping with great discounts.
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We all love Hip to be Round – and for good reason! They have great maternity clothes, the cutest clothes for kids – and of course, a GREAT summer sale! Check it out and also ‘tag them’ to possibly win $25. See details below.
New Arrivals in Consignment
We got lots of new arrivals in our consignment section! You’ll love our great fashions.
Tag Hip to be Round in your favorite outfit from our store and win a $25 gift certificate. Winner will be chosen at random on the first day of the next month and announced through an image on Instagram. Gift card will be held at Hip to be Round 3124 W. Cary Street for pick up.
Enjoy our Summer Sale
Lots of great summer sales are in store too – check out fabulous fashions with great savings. Dive into summer with a new outfit. We’ve got brand new markdowns available now.
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