Pregnancy can be a taxing experience. Still—in the thick of it, there's magic in maternity. Light and life are brought into the world at the end of it, after all.
This new year, Rustans.com celebrates the joys of pregnancy.
Magic in Maternity
an interview by una kapunan
Allow yourself to enjoy and wear the pregnancy glow with pride—the feminine shape and delicate continence that only child-bearing and the creation of life can bring.
- Tina Abear
Staying fashion-forward during pregnancy may be difficult—but it's certainly not impossible.
One of the things that proved challenging in pregnancy are the changes.
We ask Tina about her fashion style prior to her pregnancy:
"I liked going for the basics. Mostly jeans and T-shirts. Pregnancy changes that," she says. "In maternity, I've chosen to opt for mostly loose dresses with bamboo cotton fabric. No stitches and rough textures. No jewelry, either—except my wedding band."
During the shoot, she easily slips into one of the dresses that the team has chosen for her, one with an adjustable waist. It isn't for pregnant women per se, but it's wonderfully and comfortably designed in a way where it could be.
"Material is the first thing I consider and prioritize when choosing pregnancy clothes now. Cool but very smooth, soft fabrics that don't cling to, nor irritate my skin," Tina shares when she's looking at clothing.
"Material is the first thing I consider and prioritize when choosing
pregnancy clothes now. Cool but very smooth, soft fabrics
that don't cling to, nor irritate my skin."
Pregnancy shouldn't come in the way of looking and feeling beautiful.
When it comes to her beauty routine during her pregnancy, Tina reveals she had to change a few products. "Exercise, body scrubs and chemical exfoliation, IV treatments and beauty supplements—all of which I had to stop. I had to switch to milder alternatives. Very gentle soaps and moisturizer. Less make-up, and only when necessary."
Convenience is key.
"The pandemic really ruled out shopping in physical stores," Tina says. "Online shopping became a much more convenient option. I can add things to my cart while canvassing further and comparing options."
Among her favorites to shop online? Beauty products.
"The Mario Badescu facial mists," she answers with a smile. "The scents are wonderful. Really refreshing."
Tina also cites Laura Mercier's Translucent Loose Powders and La Mer The Moisturizing Cool Gel Cream as some of her go-to items.
"Only when I'm pregnant do I prefer the matte powder look and feel: Fresh," she says about Laura Mercier. "As for La Mer, it makes me feel very luxe and well-rested, which I think is important in pregnant women.
We asked Tina something we feel is vital to this editorial's message: If she has any advice for other pregnant women who may not be looking or feeling as great as they are.
"Comfort is key," Tina reminds us. "Surround yourself with colors, prints, patterns and textures that you love at the moment, whatever it is that brings you joy. If you're comfortable in your skin and your clothes, your confidence will shine through. Allow yourself to enjoy and wear the pregnancy glow with pride—the feminine shape and delicate continence that only child-bearing and the creation of life can bring."
Photographer: Elaine Contreras
Creative Director: Una Kapunan
Art Director: Una Kapunan
Model: Tina Abear
