When it comes to maternity style, we're spoiled for choice with celebrity inspiration. Without naming an entire laundry list of pregnant celebrities, there's no shortage of iconic maternity looks to admire - think Hailey Bieber's effortlessly cool outfit formulas, or Rihanna's bold ensembles. But, right now Michelle Keegan is leading the way for maternity fashion, just mere days after she and husband Mark Wright announced their highly anticipated pregnancy on social media.
It seems Keegan has already begun collating a wardrobe that redefines what it means to dress for motherhood as one look in particular caught our eye. Against the golden hues of a sunlight beach, Keegan posted an announcement Instagram photo which showcased her wearing an ivory co-ord, with a somewhat ethereal charm which only she could embody.
Throughout the years, Keegan's style has had us hooked. From those trademark large hoop earrings she wore back in her Coronation Street days, to the numerous coats we were all shopping when Fool Me Once came out last year - it's fair to say her sartorial influence has been undeniable. Now, as Keegan embraces this new chapter, she's once again setting the standard - this time by stepping out in a (non-maternity) textured knit co-ord. In her sweet announcement photo she's wearing a Meshki Petra Co-Ord, complete with Long Sleeve Knit Crop Top, £49 and Ruched Knit Maxi Skirt, £69.
If Keegan's early looks are anything to go by, the Meshki masterpiece is just the beginning of a whole host of fantastic pregnancy outfits, as this is a woman who's embracing the start of motherhood on her own stylish terms - and I, for one, cannot wait. Expectant mothers everywhere, consider yourselves officially inspired.
Shop: Michelle Keegan's Pregnancy Outfits
The announcement Instagram
Exact match
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The Petra Long Sleeve Crop Top, an exact match to the outfit Keegan announced her pregnancy in, features a wide-boat neckline, long sleeves and slouchy fit.
Exact match
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Keegan paired the slouchy knit top with the matching maxi skirt, which has a flattering mid-rise waist, and ruched detailing at the hip for an added touch of detailing.
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If you like Keegan's ivory-ensemble but find your size is out of stock, Holland Cooper have a good alternative that also features a similar boat neck and batwing sleeves. Make sure to size up a couple of sizes for an oversized fit.
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To go with your new knit, you're going to need the matching skirt. With a classic A-line shape and a midi length, this skirt is comfortable and would easily be able to fit over a growing baby bump.
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ASOS also have an iteration of Keegan's co-ord and in a gorgeous cream shade too. With a crew neck, drop shoulders and a boxy fit, this jumper will help you emulate the Keegan-inspired look, especially if you stretch the neckline to make it one shoulder.
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ASOS also have a knitted skirt to go with the jumper, which has a mid-rise elastic waist and a maxi length. All that's missing is the sun-kissed beach.
Gemma Lavers is a fashion commerce writer at Grazia. Gemma specialises in all things clothing and enjoys outfit planning (especially for holidays), scrolling social media for the next trend and shopping (probably for a new coat).