New Mom Fashion Tips: 10 Things Moms Just Can't Wear Anymore

Hopefully you already know the dangers of a pair of dangly earrings, but there’s more to the list of things we just can’t wear once kids come into the picture. Here are the clothes and accessories you should avoid if you have babies or young kids in the house.

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Things Moms Just Can't Wear Anymore

Embellished clothes

Sequins, spangles, rhinestones, and other adornments are pretty high on the not-safe-for-moms list. They can scratch baby’s delicate skin or come detached from your clothing and end up being swallowed. Safety trumps vanity in every situation, but it’s especially important here because those sparkly details can really catch your baby's attention.

(Pictured: Plenty by Tracy Reese Embellished Racerback Tank)
Dangling earrings

Let’s get this one out of the way right now. Eons ago, I went to visit a good friend and her toddler. I didn’t think to dress any differently for the occasion, which would explain why I showed up in a pair of classic, go-to mini hoops. Before I knew it, the baby was squirming around in my arms, jabbing Rocky-style in an attempt to grab ahold of my earrings. Lesson learned: Avoid any sort of earring that is not a stud.

(Pictured: Alexis Bittar Lucite Long Raindrop Earrings)
Strapless attire

Gone are the days when you could throw on a Juicy Couture strapless smock dress (but let’s be real---that trend died way before you became a mom) or a sexy strap-free top on date night. Strapless clothes are nothing but trouble when you’re a mom, something you’ll soon realize after your child unwittingly yanks down your top.

(Pictured: Lilly Pulitzer Windsor Strapless Pull-On Dress)
Mini things

Maybe you still hang on to that cute denim mini from the past---the one that mercifully still fits like a dream. Or it could be that you’re not quite ready to let go of that shorter-than-average dress that flaunts your curves beautifully. Totally understandable, but you definitely don’t want to wear these pieces when you’re in mom-mode. You’ll lose track of the number of times you need to bend over to pick something up, including your child---and who wants to deal with the worry of showing off a little too much?

(Pictured: Bobi Cotton Mini Skirt)
White or light colored clothes

Fuhgettaboutit. You deal with spillage a heck of a lot more when you’re a mom, whether it’s spittle, dirt, snot, vomit, splattered food, or something else you’d like to pretend never happens. And let’s not forget the beast that is pre-treating stains and doing even more laundry than you would otherwise.

(Pictured: Max Studio Smocked Bodice Border Dress)
High heels

This is more a point of practicality. Some moms swear that they can walk around in the highest of heels with their babies in their arms (hello, Victoria Beckham), while others forgo the sexy shoes in favor of sturdier, kid-friendly footwear. Consider a happy medium, such as a low-profile wedge that adds a couple of inches to your frame without potentially sacrificing your balance.

(Pictured: BCBGMAXAZRIA Rainn Heels)
Dry clean only clothing

The conundrum here is similar to the problem with wearing white or light clothing. Unless you have absolutely no problem dry cleaning your clothes regularly (and I mean really often), you probably want to avoid these types of garments. Save them for special occasions when your kids aren’t around.

(Pictured: Tory Burch Cashmere Sweater)
Tight clothes

This almost goes without saying for the discomfort alone, but there are other reasons to avoid tight clothes, too. Wearing constrictive attire makes it difficult to move and interact comfortably with your child. Breastfeeding is all but impossible in a fitted shirt, while bending, squatting, and other lower body moves are infinitely more uncomfortable when you’re wearing skinny jeans or a form-fitting skirt.

(Pictured: MNG by Mango Bodycon Pencil Skirt)
Low rise pants

Don’t go back to your low rise pants and jeans because they looked amazing once upon a time. That time is gone---and you didn’t have your baby back then, either. Now you’ll pull them onto your post-baby body and question your choices as soon as you lean over to reach for something or lean back to grab something. Just say no to pants that aren’t comfortable and aren’t conducive to a day spent running after a child.

(Pictured: H&M Super Skinny Super Low Jeans)
Dark lipstick

It’s sexy on date night, and that’s why dark lipstick or lip gloss should be saved for adults-only occasions. Babies have a tendency to reach for everything, including your mouth. And you’ll leave lipstick marks behind every time you plant a smooch on their cute little faces.

(Pictured: NARS Heat Wave Lipstick)