I’m a fashion expert – the top maternity buys to pick up in the high street that WON’T leave you looking frumpy

A QUICK online search for “maternity clothes” will throw up the boring options of stretchy leggings, smocks and baggy tops with breastfeeding flaps.

But celebrity mums such as Rihanna are changing the way women dress their bumps.

GettyQueen of pop Rihanna has announced she is expecting again[/caption]

GettyJessie J showed off her bump on the red carpet of the Brits this week[/caption]

Wearing a red boiler suit with latex breastplate at her Super Bowl show on Sunday, the singer announced she is expecting again.

When RiRi, 34, was pregnant with her first child, she didn’t slip on her style either.

The beauty mogul wore sheer dresses, micro minis and fringed tops that showed off her belly.

Meanwhile, singer Jessie J and her bump looked the part on the red carpet at the Brits.

But most of us wouldn’t strut into work in a see-through babydoll dress and knee-high boots.

Comfort is key during pregnancy but you don’t need to wear the same sweatshirt every day.

Retailers such as F&F at Tesco, New Look and M&S have upped their game.

Pieces you would normally find in main collections are now available for expecting mums.

Here are our top maternity picks.

Work it

DAN WILLIAMSShirt, £17.99, H&M; trousers, £26; Next; shoes, £45, Marks & Spencer[/caption]

WHETHER you’re on your feet or sat at a desk all day at work, you need to be comfortable as well as looking smart.

This pair of trousers from Next Maternity ticks both boxes – and their neutral shade means you can wear them with any colour or style top, including this fluid shirt.

Elevated basics

DAN WILLIAMSQuilted jacket, £32.50, F&F at Tesco; striped top, £14.99, New Look; trousers, £39.99, H&M; bag, £35.50, Marks & Spencer; £39.50; trainers, £65, Reebok at Schuh[/caption]

NOT-so-basic basics are the foundations to our wardrobe and you need style and comfort combined more than ever when pregnant.

Cargo trousers are a big trend this season and this pair from H&M are a great option for expecting mums.

Glam up

DAN WILLIAMSPink patterned dress, £27.99, New Look; pink bag, £79, Charleskeith.co.uk; shoes, £49, River Island[/caption]

GOT a reason to dress up? Don’t panic.

All you need is a wrap dress – and this number is a clear winner.

The adjustable tie means you don’t need to worry about fitting into your party outfit as your bump grows.

Pair with a solid, chunky heel in a metallic shade and you’re party-ready.

Date night

DAN WILLIAMSCream knitted top, £27.99, H&M; khaki skirt, £35, Next; bag, £9, necklace, £3.50, both Primark; boots, £25, Ego.co.uk[/caption]

KNITTED tops inspired by designer brand Khaite are huge – and you can still wear them when you’re pregnant with this dupe from H&M’s maternity range.

Pair with a sumptuous satin midi skirt and tonal accessories for a simple but well-put-together look for a date night or fancy day out.

A-List look

DAN WILLIAMSPink top and skirt coord, £37.99 for set, H&M; shoes, £22, Boohoo.com[/caption]

TAKE inspiration from Rihanna and show off your beautiful bump with pride in a cropped top and midi skirt.

This hot pink co-ord from H&M not only makes a statement but can be mixed and matched with other items in your wardrobe.

Plus you can wear the skirt over or under your bump – it’s up to you how you style it.

Comfy casuals

DAN WILLIAMSPrettylittlething.com; hooded sweatshirt, £19.99, and trench coat, £44.99, both New Look; shoes, £45, Marks & Spencer[/caption]

GIVE leggings and a jumper a fashion facelift with this stylish and ultrasoft co-ord from Prettylittlething.

The split hem on the ankle of the leggings paired with a lightweight trench give the go-to outfit an elevated look while still being an easy, throw-on option.

Pale blue top and leggings, both £15 each,

Printed midi

DAN WILLIAMSLeopard-print dress, £50, Next; boots, £65, Marks & Spencer[/caption]

SWAP dowdy floral frocks – which John Lewis recently declared are no longer in style – in favour of perennial fave leopard-print.

This do-everything shirt dress has an adjustable belt so you can show off your bump while buttons from collar to bottom mean you can wear postpartum for breast feeding.