Styling your growing baby bump can be daunting, especially with the limited number of stores offering maternity wear for trying on in-person. Online measurements and size charts simply can’t guarantee how garments fit your current contours for both comfort and support. Plus, seeing and feeling the fabric firsthand ensures you choose pieces that not only look great but also breathe and move with you.
So we searched high and low for Dallas-Fort Worth area stores that still offer maternity clothes in their brick-and-mortar stores, so local moms-to-be can try before they buy. Here’s what we found, from smaller boutiques to larger retail chains.
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Maurices
In addition to other affordable clothing for women, this retail chain is the place to stock up on affordable maternity basics. They offer tops: tank tops, tees and classic button-ups; and bottoms: leggings, joggers and jeans (yes, you can still wear jeans!). Cute choices like denim overalls and flowy kimonos provide pregnant moms with versatility in their wardrobes without breaking the budget.
Location: With a dozen stores in North Texas, including in Allen, Frisco, Denton, Grand Prairie and Fort Worth, you shouldn’t have to travel far to try on in-store. Type in your zip code to find the store nearest to you. Inventory may vary by store, so you can always call your location store to see what they’ve got in stock at the moment.
Hours: Exact hours vary by location by are generally open Monday–Saturday 10am–8pm Sunday 11am–6pm
Website: maurices.com
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Torrid
Torrid caters to women sizes who wear size 10 to 30, and they cater to expecting moms too with a stylish maternity line. A few of Torrid’s available items to try on in-store include babydoll blouses and maternity leggings that offer a lot of support and can adapt as your bump grows. It’s also a convenient spot to shop for maternity and nursing bras in a wide range of sizes.
Location: With about a dozen stores in North Texas, including Allen, Dallas at The Shops at Park Lane, Frisco, Grapevine, Plano, Arlington, and two in Fort Worth, so you shouldn’t have to travel far to try on in-store. Type in your zip code to find the store nearest to you. Inventory may vary by store, so you can always call your location store to see what they have in stock at the moment.
Hours: Exact hours vary by location but are generally open Monday–Saturday 11am–8pm Sunday noon–6pm
Website: torrid.com
SCHEELS
This sporting goods mega-store in The Colony may not be the first place you think of for maternity shopping, but it’s a top destination for active or athletic mothers-to-be. While there’s no dedicated maternity section, expectant mothers will find a wide range of maternity-friendly clothing, including Nike leggings, slouchy jumpsuits, KUHL dresses, and empire-waisted tops. SCHEELS also offers Beyond the Bump, a new line of supportive maternity activewear from Beyond Yoga.
If you are shopping with kids, they can enjoy attractions like a 65-foot Ferris wheel and a video arcade. And if you need to satisfy your pregnancy cravings, you can pop into Ginna’s Café for a snack.
Location: 4450 Destination Drive, The Colony
Hours: Monday–Saturday 9:30am–9pm; Sunday 11am–7pm
Contact: 469/854-7500
Website: scheels.com
Small Pockets
This charming boutique in North Dallas offers both new and upscale consigned maternity clothing in-store and online. The boutique, founded in 2012, also has a tearoom for children’s birthday parties and provides monogramming services for all purchases. Bring your kids on weekends and enjoy story time every Friday from 10:30–11am.
Location: 12300 Inwood Road, Suite 160, Dallas
Hours: Monday–Saturday 10am–5pm; closed Sunday
Contact: 214/484-9240
Website: smallpockets.biz
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Tullia Sage
Run by mother-daughter duo Kristen and Julie Sheeley, Tullia Sage in Old Town Lewisville showcases clothing, accessories, toys, and home decor from women-owned businesses. The store owners and team members are happy to help expecting moms find the right sizes and accessorize their new wardrobes. While not labeled as “maternity,” the store’s unique collection for women features loose-fitting maxis, rompers, and tiered dresses. Moms can also stock up on Mommy & Mini outfits for after the baby is born.
In-store happenings like pajama parties, clothing swaps, and sip and shop events happen regularly and help connect community moms who love Tullia Sage’s evolving collection.
Location: 156 W. Main Street, Lewisville
Hours: Monday–Saturday 10am–6pm; Sunday noon–6pm
Contact: 469/431-3143
Website: tulliasage.com
Avara
Looking for something more stylish, like maxi dresses or party dresses for moms-to-be? Check out Avara, launched in 2018 by Emily Wickard, mother of two young children. Wickard named the clothing brand named after her daughter and opened her first brick-and-mortar store in Dallas. The charming house with the iconic pink door has become a shopping hotspot.
Its in-store collection features roomy styles perfect for expecting moms, including vibrant jumpsuits in larger sizes and loose maxi dresses. Avara’s mission is to empower women to celebrate every moment of their life with confidence and joy, which couldn’t be more relevant than when you’re pregnant.
Location: 4239 W. Lovers Lane, Dallas
Hours: Monday–Saturday 10am–5pm; Sunday noon–4pm
Contact: 972/863-8787
Website: shopavara.com
Allure Intimate Apparel
For moms-to-be on the hunt for bras and nursing bras, Allure Intimate Apparel gets rave reviews for its in-store personalized experience and offers a wide selection of not only bras but also swimwear, pajamas, robes, and lingerie for women of all shapes and sizes. With style and support in mind, Allure carries premium brands like Chantelle, Cosabella, and Natori. Expert fitting appointments can be made on the store’s website to help moms-to-be find the right size for their changing figures.
Location: 5600 W. Lovers Lane, Dallas
Hours: Monday–Friday 10am–6pm; Saturday 10am–5pm; Sunday 11am–3pm
Contact: 469/399-1456
Website: allurefits.com
Mi Golondrina
Looking to treat yourself to a dress with gorgeous embroidery? This line of Mexican clothing by Dallas mom Cristina Lynch epitomizes true craftsmanship. Skilled artisans from Mexican villages handstitch exquisite embroidery into each garment using centuries-old techniques. Lynch meticulously selects colors and luxury fabrics, from both local and international sources, to complement the embroidery.
The clothing is designed with a relaxed fit, ensuring expecting mothers feel their most comfortable. Rather than typical open hours, shopping at Mi Golondrina is by appointment only so that moms will get a truly personalized shopping experience.
Location: 2727 W. Mockingbird Lane, Suite 103, Dallas
Hours: By appointment
Contact: 214/377-8738
Website: migolondrina.com
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