Search out dresses that draw the eye up to your beautiful face, smooth shoulders and post-baby cleavage while drawing the eye away from the problem areas — the midsection.

Look for dresses with flowing material that gently skims your curves, instead of that skin-tight dress that will show every bulge.

The Silk Halter Dress ($150) from Banana Republic would be the ideal postpartum cocktail dress. The bright fuchsia color is festive, while the details of the dress will highlight your best features while downplaying those post-baby trouble spots.

If you love the figure-flattering look of a sweater that gently hugs your bump, then you will love the Cadeau Ribbed Silk V-Neck Sweater ($115) from BabyStyle.com. A wrapped cardigan, such as the Shawl Collar Wrap Cardigan (pictured), is another option if you would like a look that shows off your new curves. Look for details like ties, wraps or side-shirring if this is the right style for you.

If you love a casual sweater to pair with maternity jeans, check out the V-Neck Boyfriend Sweater from BabyStyle. This deep V-neck sweater is perfect for layering over tanks of camis. Look for sweaters that are long enough to keep you covered as your belly grows.

If you love sweaters with a little sparkle, you will love the Fine Gauge Beaded Cardigan ( on sale for $73) from BabyStyle.com. This dressy sweater can be worn from work straight to an evening out with your hubby.

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“Right now, I’m just wearing an empire waist — anything to disguise the little tummy,” the How I Met Your Mother star told USMagazine.com at the 15th Annual Lint Roller Party in Hollywood. “Pea in the Pod sent me my first maternity top!”

Due this spring, Hannigan has started stocking up on maternity and baby essentials, including an organic sling.

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After winning the award for Best Male Vocalist, Paisley went into the audience and kissed her baby bump.

“Kimberly and I were both talking about how special that will be for our child to grow up someday and see that tape when I kissed her belly. He or she – we don’t know what it is yet – will be the second child and they always have trouble feeling important. I didn’t do this with Huck – so they’ve got one on him.” Say it with me: Awwwww…..how cute!

Pregnancy Fashion tip: When wearing a long, flowing dress, ensure the dress is sized appropriately for your shape. If the dress is too big, your body will be overhwhelmed with fabric making you appear larger than you really are.

The Crash actress is not only wearing green, but plans on living her life green, as well!

The 31-year-old mom-to-be is wearing A Pea in the Pod’s ABS Collection Sleeveless Empire Seam Maternity Dress ($495) in Evergreen Ombre. The silk fabric, beautiful tie at the empire waist and flattering neckline makes this the perfect dress for that special occassion.

Do you love long, elegant look of this dress, but are balking at the high price tag? The ABS Collection Sleeveless Ruched Maternity Dress (on sale for $149) gives you the same long elegant look and unique neckline at a fraction of the price.

Re-visit your early pregnancy clothes: Those clothes that helped conceal your bump early in pregnancy are perfect for concealing your post-partum tummy. Wear shirts with a gathered hem and eye-catching neckline. Pull out your Bella Band and use that to layer over longer tops until your stomach shrinks and your jeans fit.

Under-the-belly jeans: Trust me, the last thing you will want to wear is anything with a panel. Pull out those under-the-belly jeans, pants and skirts. They will fit you better than your pre-pregnancy clothes, and you won’t feel like you are wearing maternity clothes.

Shapewear: What was once called a girdle, now has a more appealing name — shapewear. Everyone from Brooke Burke (who sells her own brand of Tauts shapewear) to Gwyneth Paltrow has admitted to wearing shapewear to help smooth out those post-partum bumps.

Outerwear: Find a jacket that will flatter your new-mom curves. Pictured is the Pinned Wrap Cardigan from Gap.com. This stylish jacket will conceal your postpartum belly while the eye-catching neckline draws your eye up.

Save your black dress for another occasion (it is too dark and dressy) and wear colors that will brighten you face and add to the festive atmosphere. If you are wearing prints, go minimal by pairing a printed top with solid pants or jeans.

Look for outfits that gently hug your bump, instead of concealing it. Clothes with details like shirring, wraps or ties are great for expecting mamas.

Don’t forget to accessorize with feminine earrings and long necklace chains to give your look that extra sparkle.

Pictured is the Cable Knit Dress from Gap maternity.

Look for corduroy that has a touch of spandex to give it some stretch, like the Olian Corduroy Pencil Skirt from Zappos.com. After all, the last thing you need is a skirt that makes you waddle even more!

Depending on what you prefer, you can find a skirt with the type of panel (full panel, mid-panel or under-the-belly panel) that is most comfortable for you. Garner’s skirt features the under-the-belly panel.

You should also consider length. I have found that a skirt that is shorter than knee-height tends to leave an expecting mama feeling overexposed. The only exception to that rule is if you pair the skirt with leggings to give you some extra coverage. Corduroy has enough texture that pairing it with leggings is a bit much, so stick to buying a skirt that is at least knee-height.

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For a well-deserved splurge, you will love the comfortable fabric and flattering cut of the Cadeau Maternity Cowl Neck Short Sleeve Sweater (pictured, $115) from Nordstrom.com. This sweater flatters your face with a relaxed neckline and is available in purple and charcoal gray.

For a sweater that skimps on price but not on style, check out the Liz Lange for Target Essential Cowl-Neck Sweater from Target.com. For $19.99, you will love the this soft cotton sweater with the face-framing neckline.

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The Santa Monica Diaper Bag is on sale at BabyStyle for $38,originally priced at $78. This trendy tote features everything you would want in a diaper bag. The bag is made of a durable black cotton canvas and is lined with a wipe-clean nylon lining. The metallic gunmetal accents give that extra big of style that keep it from looking like diaper bag, but more of a bag you would take on a night out with the gals!

Other cool features include a removable zippered pouch that is perfect for diapers and wipes, and a matching changing pad. There are plenty of pockets and pouches to keep you organized.

Pick up this fabulous bargain before they are all gone!