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Dear Kate: We’ve Found Your First Maternity Looks

Dec/04/2012 at 03:00 PM ET

Kate Middleton Maternity Wear Courtesy A Pea in the Pod; Courtesy ASOS; Inset: Rex USA

We know the Duchess of Cambridge isn’t far along yet — and isn’t showing the slightest sign of a baby bump, either — but when that belly pops, we hope she comes to our site and shops these too-cute pregnancy picks we’ve found for her.

Since Kate’s a classic coat girl, we think she’d look great in A Pea in the Pod’s double-breasted wool maternity pea coat (left, $179.50), which features plenty of room for baby and bright gold buttons down the front.

For days out with little sis Pippa, she can pair her J Brand maternity jeans ($200) with this ASOS maternity blouse with pussybow and pleated sleeve (center, $39.58). It boasts the collar that Kate loves and a color that would make her maternity glow even brighter.

Let the Duchess Kate Maternity Style Watch Begin

Dec/03/2012 at 03:00 PM ET

Kate Middleton Pregnant
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We’ve made no secret of the fact that we’re obsessed with the Duchess of Cambridge‘s style. We’ve analyzed it from every angle, tracked down her prettiest looks for less and even crowned her the “Classic Beauty” in our best dressed issue.

So when we heard the news that the Duchess is expecting, we immediately reacted as any normal, style-obsessed girls would do, and started envisioning the adorable maternity ensembles to come.

Though it’s very early in her pregnancy, we’ve already seen some kicky new bangs and some killer coats. And with designers like Sarah Burton of Alexander McQueen, Alice Temperley and Amanda Wakeley on speed dial, we’re sure to see plenty more custom stunners as Catherine’s belly grows.

Far from the ’80s tents sported by Fergie and Princess Diana, we think Kate will follow in the footsteps of some of the most stylish pregnant royals in Europe — and we can’t wait to see! But for now, have fun flashing back to some of the more, uh, interesting ensembles worn by expectant royals.

–Alex Apatoff

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Jessica Simpson Launching a Maternity Line

May/14/2012 at 10:30 AM ET

Jessica Simpson Maternity Line Courtesy Destination Maternity; Inset: Jamie McCarthy/Getty

She just had baby Maxwell Drew two weeks ago, but Jessica Simpson is already giving birth to another venture: a maternity line. The designer announced plans for her latest collection, aptly named Jessica Simpson Maternity, just this morning.

Simpson’s new line — which will be available at Destination Maternity, Motherhood Maternity and Macy’s stores this fall — includes “breezy, everyday pieces aimed at the modern mom-to-be who wants to maintain her fashion edge throughout her pregnancy,” according to a release.

Chic Clicks: Justin Timberlake Talks Home Goods, Betsey Johnson Liquidating

May/11/2012 at 01:30 PM ET

Justin Timberlake Pascal Le Segretain/Getty

–Justin Timberlake talks about rugs and hardware while discussing his curator role for HomeMint [New York Times]

–Fashion label Betsey Johnson, which filed for bankruptcy last month, is liquidating its assets, including clothes and store décor [Reuters]

–Shoe designer Christian Louboutin announces plans for a beauty collection; think the color scarlet will play a role? [Fashionista]

–Go behind the scenes on Gisele Bündchen‘s David Yurman shoot [YouTube]

–Fun news: Shopbop.com is launching Saturday delivery on all its luxe looks, including these cute party dresses [Shopbop]

Jessica Simpson Dreams of Giving Birth in Leopard Caftan

Apr/24/2012 at 12:00 PM ET

Jessica Simpson Caftan
Courtesy QVC; Inset: Kevin Mazur/WireImage

Forget about a hospital gown.

When it comes time to welcome her little girl into the world, soon-to-be mom Jessica Simpson hopes to make a fashionable first impression.

“I just woke up from a dream that I wore a leopard caftan in the hospital,” the Fashion Star mentor, who’s expecting her first child with fiancé Eric Johnson at the end of the month, Tweeted Tuesday. “Fabulous!! Now I need to find one!” May we offer some suggestions?

Jessica Alba’s Dirty Little Style Secret? She Hates Fittings!

Aug/15/2011 at 01:30 PM ET

Jessica Alba Maternity Secrets
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For most women, the idea of having a professional stylist is a dream come true; for Jessica Alba, it’s just a part of the gig.

“Trying on clothes — it’s just not super fun for me,” she admitted to PEOPLE recently during a fitting with stylist Brad Goreski. “I can’t think of anything I would rather not be doing. I’d rather get spa treatments. Get my nails done and go to lunch with my girlfriends.”

So when it comes to finding that perfect red-carpet look, Alba employs shortcuts. “I know what will work even before I try something on,” she said. Goreski concurred: “She doesn’t change her mind … Once you set something with her she knows it and it stays that way.”

Jessica Alba’s Stylist Keeps Her ‘Really Cute’ During Pregnancy

May/18/2011 at 05:00 PM ET

Jessica Alba Maternity Style
INF

Many women rethink their fashion choices while pregnant, but not Jessica Alba. Since announcing her second pregnancy in February, Alba’s belly has “popped,” but she remains a fashionista thanks to the assistance of her stylist, Brad Goreski. “We’re still trying to keep it very fashion,” Goreski told PEOPLE at the Rimowa Rodeo Drive Store opening in Beverly Hills Monday. “There aren’t really that many restrictions because she’s such a beautiful woman.” The former Rachel Zoe protégé said he and Alba, already mom to Honor, 2, have recently found success in keeping her look “fresh and young” thanks to designers like Lanvin, Versace and Ralph Lauren. “[We] show people that even though you’re pregnant you can still look really cute,” he shared. One brand that Alba has recently turned to for maternity wear, though, is Pea in a Pod. “We switch to Pea in a Pod at, like, month two or three,” Goreski told reporters. “You need the [belly bands].” So what’s it like dressing someone Goreski describes as the “coolest mom?” “She’s just so much fun to be around,” he shared. “We had a fitting today and just laughed all through it. I look forward to seeing her every time.” –Patrick Gomez

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