Maternity Nap Dresses Exist, Because 2020 Isn't All Bad

For the moments you wish you were relaxing at the beach or strolling the cobblestone streets of Capri, this nautical, multistriped dress gives off total boho-chic vibes, especially for a nap dress. Pair this Ingrid & Isabel Flutter Sleeve Maternity Midi Dress ($120) with a wide-brimmed sun hat, or wear it while you're sitting on the couch. Either way, it'll make you look yacht-ready.

This full-length nap dress is so comfortable it'll make you feel like you're breaking every rule in the book by wearing a pair of pajamas outside the house. This PinkBlush Off Shoulder Tassel Tie Maxi Dress ($65) has a cinched off-the-shoulder neckline and an oversize fit from waistline to hemline, making it effortless to move and lounge around in.

Combining the flower-power aesthetic of the 1970s with the conservatively fitted dress design of the 1870s, this whimsical yet refined nap dress is one of the best in Topshop's current maternity collection. With dramatic elements like puffed sleeves and a tiered and flared hemline, you can both look and feel extra groovy while wearing this modern-vintage TopShop Pastel Dream Wrap Dress ($30).

Characterized by its capped sleeves and relaxed silhouette, this Reformation Marabella Dress ($248) is understated and feminine. Most importantly, it's designed with both comfort and luxury in mind. Especially made for bigger busts, the stretchy fabric of the gathered bodice of this nap dress is a total game changer, and the quality alone is well worth the price.

Though you would probably never think to wear a denim dress during any stage of your pregnancy, this boohoo Denim Tiered Smock Dress ($20) might give you a reason to reevaluate. (Don't worry, this type of denim is a soft and giving fabric that's often used in maternity wear.) If you miss the all-American look that's unique to a pair of blue jeans but you're in no state to wiggle them past your hips, this blue nap dress is an easy alternative.

Designed to fit before, after, and during pregnancy, this NOM Maternity Landon Floral-Print Maxi Nursing Dress ($100) is designed like a nap dress but looks as flirty, fun, and fabulous as a party dress. The blue and pink floral pattern makes it an excellent statement-making addition to your closet.

For an elegant maternity nap dress on a budget, look no further than SHEIN. With a sweetheart neckline, this SHEIN Bishop Sleeve Shirred Waist Solid Dress ($20) is a total must have. Though the fabric looks a lot like pleated linen, it's actually a spandex-cotton blend, as is most maternity wear.

Designed to look like a traditional nap dress, but far more modern and less Victorian ghost, this simple Maternity Eyelet V-Neck Dress ($56, was $70) is from Gap's maternity collection. One-hundred percent cotton with eyelet texturing gives this girl-next-door dress a vintage flare, and it can easily be dressed up or down, depending on where you decide to wear it.

This Old Navy Maternity Printed Ruffle-Sleeve V-Neck Dress ($25) comes in yellow, red, and black, and is as dreamy and romantic as nap dresses get. The elasticized bust-line, loose-fitting sleeves, and delicate fabric make it a cosy third-trimester dress with a fashionable first-trimester look.

This eclectic Max Studio Floral Midi Dress ($55) is Little House on the Prairie meets Paris Fashion Week. Timeless yet on-trend with an elegant split-neck neckline and tailored elbow-length sleeves, this southern-inspired nap dress will establish you as the most fashion-forward mom on the block (or the prairie).

Constructed of 100 percent viscose fabric, a soft material that looks like luminous silk but feels like cotton, it's very possible you could find yourself wearing this every day of your pregnancy. Flowy, butterfly-sleeved, and a classic black and white print, this H&M MAMA Smocked Dress ($55) is sure to be your next closet staple.

When it comes to nap dresses, the flowier the better, and HATCH seems to agree. Featuring dynamic design elements like breathable fabric, chest slits with hidden snaps, and even pockets, this French-made HATCH Secret Nursing Dress ($230) will be your best friend and perhaps your best-kept secret during and after your pregnancy.