WHERE TO BUY, WHAT TO EXPECT

From casual tops to party dresses, these10 shops have something for every occasion for the Mum-to-be

9 Mois

05-41 Paragon, tel: 6235-5561

Expect: Casual wear like halter and spaghetti-strap tops, $59 to $99; maternity jeans, $109 to $129; capris with elastic waistbands, available in black, white and brown, $79.

Egg (Opens July 27)

01-58 VivoCity, tel: 6376-8135

Expect: Clothes from this New Zealand-based store that are available in Australia, the Philippines and the United States are now here. Undergarments, sportswear, swimwear, basic pieces for everyday, office attire and eveningwear, $25 to $450.

Dorothy Perkins

02-342 Marina Square, tel: 6338-0743

Expect: Casual sleeveless tops in bright colours, $19 to $23; maternity jeans, $69; formal black pants, $46; linen-blend shorts, capris and pants at $43, $56 and $63 respectively.

MYLEENE KLASS: The British model and singer, who is due in October, glows in a fuchsia pink gown, swept-back hair and oversized hoop earrings. She is engaged to her former bodyguard, Graham Quinn.

NAOMI WATTS: This beauty, seen here with partner Liev Schreiber, is all class in a dress that drapes, not clings. The emerald-blue hue brings out a maternal glow in the actress who is due next month.

MILLA JOVOVICH: The actress shows how a brooch and plunging neckline are enough bump equipment for an LBD. Engaged to director Paul Anderson, their baby is due in October.

SALMA HAYEK: The sexy Latina, engaged to French businessman Francois-Henri Pinault, is due soon, but she isn't giving up her curve- hugging gowns. She?s positively glam-ma in this dress with just the right amount of bling.

Expectant by Colette

01-17 Forum The Shopping Mall, tel: 6732-8859

Expect: Fun and flirty tops, $100 to $300; evening dresses in silk, satin and chiffon, $500 to $900; designer maternity jeans from brands such as Citizen are between $200 and $300.

La Bloomingchic

02-20 Delfi Orchard, tel: 6737-8298

Expect: Tube tops, tank tops and loose flowy tops in bright hues, $30 to $60; pants, from casual capris to formal office wear, $50 to $90; maternity jeans, $75 to $85.

Mothers En Vogue

01-09 Delfi Orchard, tel: 6735-7448

Expect: Two basic tops with cropped sleeves cost $55 and two tank tops, $49; party pieces in chiffon and silk, $89; formal dresses, $99 to under $200; a cheongsam goes for $99.

Mother's Work

02-08 Tanglin Mall, tel: 6887-3571

Expect: Seven maternity lines such as San Francisco-based Japanese Weekend and Australian brand Ripe. Basic tees, from $29; shirts, $79 to $129; dresses in silk and chiffon, $149 to $189.

Pumpkin

www.pumpkin.com.sg

Expect: Tops, $30 to $59; pants, $49 to $69; skirts, $59; and shorts, $50.

Swell

05-40 Paragon, tel: 6738-0012

Expect: Casual tops, from $69; skirts and pants, $69 to $89; classic black dress, $139.

Topshop

03-16 Wisma Atria, Tel: 6235-3195

Expect: Basic tank tops for $19; dressier tops, $73; maternity jeans, $106 to $116; mini-skirts, $66; simple cotton dresses, from $53; smart black pants, $83.