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Because Black Never Goes Out Of Style
By Stephanie | January 3, 2009
Pregnancy “only” lasts nine months.
Thus, it’s hard to justify buying an entirely new wardrobe for such a short span of time. I prefer to buy a few fantastic maternity items that I can wear all nine months with ease.
That’s why Maggie Maternity’s Classic Maggie Box ($195) is so ingenious. It consists of four pieces – a skirt, a pair of pants, a 3/4 sleeve shirt, and a tank – all in black. Each piece is simple, classic, and incredibly soft. No frills…but also no “frump.”
I especially love the Figure Tee ($60, if purchased “alone”). The sleeve length is flattering, the rounded neckline is pretty, and the shirt is long enough to cover my burgeoning belly. I actually wore it in our family Christmas photo this year and I’ve worn it to several parties too, not to mention all of the other times I’ve worn it as part of my regular “work week.”
The tank is nice for warm weather and/or layering…and the skirt is great if you’re the skirt-wearing type during pregnancy (I prefer jeans/pants because I have a toddler to chase and I’m constantly getting up and down, which is hard to do gracefully at almost 30 weeks pregnant). The pants are comfy and great for lounging around the house, but I personally prefer a more structured trouser for “going out” (whether to a work meeting or to dinner with my husband).
All of the items are made of the same stretchy material and can easily be dressed up or down, depending on your choice of accessories and shoes. You’ll like these pieces equally if you’re in corporate America or if you’re at home with your toddler. And you’ll definitely wear them often – from that first positive test result to postpartum. I expect that I’ll wear these pieces even after baby #2 makes her debut in March…
WIN IT! One winner will receive a Classic Maggie Box by Maggie Maternity in the size of her choice. To enter, leave a comment on this post prior to Sunday, January 11 at midnight (don’t forget to follow the rules). * Winner must provide a U.S. mailing address.
*UPDATE* The winner is #9 Ashlynn. Congratulations!
Topics: contests, maternity clothing, product review | 177 Comments »
January 3rd, 2009 at 9:45 pm
This would be perfect for my sister. She is having her 2nd child – 8 years after her first and she definitely needs these great clothes.
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January 3rd, 2009 at 9:57 pm
I had one of the Maggie box sets and have to say it is the BEST feeling maternity wear out there! (And great for after baby, too!)
Steph
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January 3rd, 2009 at 10:03 pm
For those of us who just don’t wanna shop, a complete *comfortable* pregnancy wardrobe in a box is pretty much perfect.
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January 3rd, 2009 at 10:44 pm
Wow! Such a blessing for a pregnant mom :) Love the look, and love the fabric!size 4!!
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January 3rd, 2009 at 11:04 pm
No need for maternity clothes is one of the many overlooked blessings of adoption. But my little sister is newly pregnant, and I’d love to win this for her.
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January 3rd, 2009 at 11:47 pm
What a great concept. I’ve just started looking for cute maternity clothes again and this looks like a great starter piece (since I borrowed all my clothes last time from my sister in law who moved across the country).
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January 4th, 2009 at 12:43 am
Clearly I am hoping for a second pregnancy soon since I can’t stop commenting on all of your pregnancy items :) This really is a great concept though, and I’ll have to remember it!
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January 4th, 2009 at 7:36 am
What a great idea to sell a ‘starter’ set of maternity clothes. I am pregnant and could really use more clothes that fit right and make me feel good about my expanding body.
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January 4th, 2009 at 7:48 am
Who wouldn’t want this?!
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January 4th, 2009 at 8:30 am
This really is a genius idea. Why do so many maternity clothes go crazy with patterns or large-tent-like-frumpyness in cut? I wore a lot of my normal clothes for a while (either they stretched, or they were wrap type, etc), with some a few maternity items (jeans, undershirts, etc). This would totally help my wardrobe though for baby #2. I love this put together box of black basics, esp. the pencil skirt. Too cute.
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January 4th, 2009 at 12:24 pm
What a wonderful set! This is every pregnant woman’s dream! And the sizing is flattering…I never could tell someone that I was a size “3″!! LOL!
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January 4th, 2009 at 12:56 pm
I wish I’d had this when I was pregnant… never say never, I guess!
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January 4th, 2009 at 1:08 pm
man oh man, I’d love to win! I’m 23 weeks along with my first, so I am really just now needed to wear more and more maternity clothes. I would look so much better at work if I won! :) Thanks so much!
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January 4th, 2009 at 2:05 pm
Another one of those “Why didn’t I think of that?” creations. I’d love to win this giveaway for my pregnant niece, in a medium:) Terrific giveaway!
maggie@mannwieler.com
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January 4th, 2009 at 8:40 pm
This is the answer to my problems!!!
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January 4th, 2009 at 10:21 pm
Just found out I’m 7 weeks pregnant. Each pregnancy my size has fluctuated so much (and it’s been different seasons) so I’ll need some new maternity pieces. This line looks so comfortable! I can’t stand anything tight fitting around my waist – I’d love this!
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January 5th, 2009 at 4:24 am
This is a cool idea, thanks for the opportunity to win this innovative prize.
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January 5th, 2009 at 4:34 am
An excellent idea (and excellent prize). This is a great way to build a total maternity wardrobe with just the additional of a few pieces.
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January 5th, 2009 at 5:05 am
this looks great
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January 5th, 2009 at 5:44 am
I would love to win this for my pregnant granddaughter!
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January 5th, 2009 at 5:49 am
I’d love to win!
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January 5th, 2009 at 6:00 am
wow
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January 5th, 2009 at 6:04 am
I would love to win this. I find myself running out of things to wear now that I am pregnant.
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January 5th, 2009 at 6:51 am
This would be a wonderful gift for my daughter-in-law. Wish they had made clothes like this when I had my 6 children.
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January 5th, 2009 at 7:47 am
enter me please
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January 5th, 2009 at 8:28 am
We’re about to start trying for another. This would be so handy for work.
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January 5th, 2009 at 9:05 am
These look great – I am all about the “stretchy” durin and shortly after pregnancy!
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January 5th, 2009 at 9:36 am
Great giveaway.
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January 5th, 2009 at 9:36 am
My Daughter in law is pregnant with our first grandchild and this would be perfect for her. I love the material and they look good on.
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January 5th, 2009 at 10:30 am
After having 5 kids wearing the cheapest and not best-looking maternity clothes, it would be wonderful to have beautiful ones for a change.
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January 5th, 2009 at 10:40 am
love to win this
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January 5th, 2009 at 11:03 am
I would love to win!
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January 5th, 2009 at 11:26 am
My daughter would love this :)
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January 5th, 2009 at 11:30 am
All these pieces look wonderful, and the shirts especially. They look like they are a nice length – too-short maternity shirts are a great pet peeve!
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January 5th, 2009 at 12:21 pm
they look wonderful
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January 5th, 2009 at 12:51 pm
would be great for my daughter
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January 5th, 2009 at 1:33 pm
WOW these look great. I love comfortable clothes during pregnancy. Thanks.
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January 5th, 2009 at 2:25 pm
This is absolutely fabulous! really love this look and the comfort of this collection.
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January 5th, 2009 at 2:31 pm
Wow, this is absolutely wonderful for new moms. What a great way to save on clothes!!!
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January 5th, 2009 at 4:25 pm
i could use this.
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January 5th, 2009 at 5:04 pm
The Maggie Box sounds just great, and it’s good to know that people care about prospective moms! I’d like size Large please!
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January 5th, 2009 at 5:27 pm
please count me in
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January 5th, 2009 at 5:45 pm
Pretty, practical, and priced right — what more could you want — maybe a couple of boxes :)
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January 5th, 2009 at 5:54 pm
My sister has a friend who could really use these having a third baby and they lost everything a few years ago… She could use a break
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January 5th, 2009 at 6:33 pm
What a great idea! A few essential pieces are key! Thanks for the great giveaway!
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January 5th, 2009 at 6:53 pm
I would love to win this! So clever! Thanks for another great giveaway!
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January 5th, 2009 at 7:41 pm
great looking – and comfy looking stuff! thanks.
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January 5th, 2009 at 7:50 pm
Great ideas!! Thanks for a great giveaway :)
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January 5th, 2009 at 8:04 pm
I love these clothes..they’re awesome!!
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January 5th, 2009 at 8:53 pm
What a great, complete wardrobe. Would absolutely love this. Please count me in!!!!
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January 5th, 2009 at 9:02 pm
This is so great – I love that maternity clothes are actually chic and stylish now!
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January 5th, 2009 at 9:19 pm
This is awesome………The clothes look stylish and comfortable. Very very cool.
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January 5th, 2009 at 10:08 pm
A wardrobe set for Mom’s to be is a perfect idea and this is so stylish!
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January 5th, 2009 at 11:23 pm
My granddaughter would love this, please enter me.
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January 5th, 2009 at 11:26 pm
I saw this blogged somewhere else too and entered to win, but no luck, maybe better this time around =)
autumn398 (at) yahoo.com
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January 5th, 2009 at 11:28 pm
very very pretty, hope i win!
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January 6th, 2009 at 2:32 am
Would get a lot of use out of this ~ without a doubt.
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January 6th, 2009 at 3:52 am
I love this stuff, it’s really cute.
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January 6th, 2009 at 4:46 am
This would be the perfect gift for my daughter-in-law!
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January 6th, 2009 at 4:48 am
These are great – very cute!
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January 6th, 2009 at 4:51 am
These are all great basics!
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January 6th, 2009 at 6:36 am
these are all so nice.
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January 6th, 2009 at 6:58 am
these looks very beautiful
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January 6th, 2009 at 7:18 am
We are hoping that we will get pregnant for the second time very soon. This Maggie Box would be perfect and extremely helpful. Love the clothes. Thank you.
four2vero@hotmail.com
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January 6th, 2009 at 8:43 am
Cute, cute, cute! what a fun, comfortable way to enjoy being pregnant!
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January 6th, 2009 at 8:55 am
in like six months when im rid of my baby weight this would be just what i need!
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January 6th, 2009 at 9:56 am
My stepdaughter is 6wks along needs some clothes
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January 6th, 2009 at 9:58 am
Lucky you…only 69 more days! I still have four 22 weeks! Thanks!
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January 6th, 2009 at 10:16 am
I love this – especially that it can last me the rest of my pregnancy – we’re on a budget!
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January 6th, 2009 at 10:20 am
count me in
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January 6th, 2009 at 10:33 am
What a great and useful giveaway!
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January 6th, 2009 at 10:48 am
Comfortable and stylish! Gotta love it!
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January 6th, 2009 at 11:14 am
My best friend is expecting and this would be a great gift!!
mogrill@comcast.net
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January 6th, 2009 at 11:28 am
I’m just starting to show and desperately need something like this to cover my rapidly expanding belly! Thank you for the contest, Maggie Maternity looks awesome.
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January 6th, 2009 at 11:47 am
Well I’m not pregnant … yet! But I will need this hopefully soon! Thanks.
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January 6th, 2009 at 11:57 am
this would be perfect for the daughter-in-law Thanks!
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January 6th, 2009 at 12:37 pm
Thanks for the contest, please enter me. Hopefully soon I’ll be needing these.
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January 6th, 2009 at 1:00 pm
Theselook wonderful. I have so much trouble finding decent looking maternity clothes. Black is my favorite clothes color. This would give me something to wear on every occasion.
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January 6th, 2009 at 2:26 pm
I’m only 5 weeks pregnant, but I’m already thinking ahead! It would be great to have something so versatile!
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January 6th, 2009 at 2:49 pm
this is great as staples….one can use the other stuff that already exists in the closet to stretch their wardrobe for as long as possible
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January 6th, 2009 at 3:01 pm
what a great idea!! and especially fitting to stretch your wardrobe with your dh’s shirts
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January 6th, 2009 at 3:10 pm
What a wonderful set, look comfy and put together, really like it.
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January 6th, 2009 at 4:08 pm
Great prize!
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January 6th, 2009 at 4:52 pm
What a wonderful giveaway. As Thoreau said, “Simplify, simplify, simplify.” And this prize would definitely help with that goal! Thanks for the chance to win it!
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January 6th, 2009 at 5:02 pm
My boyfriend and I are planning on starting a family soon and this box set would be wonderful!
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January 6th, 2009 at 5:46 pm
Have a great day.
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January 6th, 2009 at 6:32 pm
wow
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January 6th, 2009 at 6:51 pm
LOTS OF NEAT STUFF
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January 6th, 2009 at 7:12 pm
Thanks!!
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January 6th, 2009 at 7:14 pm
This looks great. Sometimes it’s so hard to put a lot of energy into what to wear while you are pregnant, but it makes a big difference in your mood to feel good about yourself. Something like this would be great for looking good easily :)
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January 6th, 2009 at 8:22 pm
I have such a hard time finding cute but comfy maternity clothes. This would be great!
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January 7th, 2009 at 4:27 am
ty 4 the awesome giveaway and entry:)
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January 7th, 2009 at 4:59 am
These are really nice maternity clothes! m04taes(at)verizon(dot)net
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January 7th, 2009 at 9:00 am
I’m expecting in May and would love to have some of these versatile basics.
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January 7th, 2009 at 9:08 am
Always know someone that is going to have a baby.
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January 7th, 2009 at 2:08 pm
I’d love to win for a very special friend.
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January 7th, 2009 at 2:54 pm
What a great prize.
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January 7th, 2009 at 3:16 pm
Please enter me
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January 7th, 2009 at 5:53 pm
My friend is expecting her first.
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January 7th, 2009 at 7:10 pm
This would be great to win for my pregnant daughter, she’s not fitting in any of her clothes anymore.
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January 7th, 2009 at 8:43 pm
I would love to win this! I can’t afford to buy too many maternity clothes but am getting bigger every day!
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January 7th, 2009 at 9:57 pm
I’d love to win this for my daughter-in-law who is expecting my first grandchild.
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January 7th, 2009 at 10:01 pm
I would love to win this for me, having baby number three.
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January 7th, 2009 at 10:05 pm
I love the trousers! The tank would come in handy for the warm AZ weather too! All of it looks very preg figure flattering.
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January 8th, 2009 at 8:55 am
I held off as long as I could on buying maternity clothes, but I”m at 30 weeks too and the wardrobe is getting desparate! Sometimes I wonder who is designing maternity clothes these days. Sticky polyester, pants that are waaaay too long, jeans that won’t stay up, horizontal stripes on everything. I’m especially interested in the skirt. Thanks!
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January 8th, 2009 at 2:41 pm
Wonderful contest!!! I would love to win this, thanks so much!!!! :)
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January 8th, 2009 at 3:49 pm
Love this, thanks
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January 8th, 2009 at 4:30 pm
enter me
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January 8th, 2009 at 4:51 pm
Count me in please :)
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January 8th, 2009 at 6:55 pm
Ok you know me, by now I’m fat and pregnant I so badly need clothes. The set looks amazing! Everything you need and all so comfy!
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January 8th, 2009 at 7:07 pm
my best friend could really use this so she wouldnt have to buy as many clothes, husband is on temporary layoff and I know this would make her day
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January 9th, 2009 at 12:27 am
Here’s hoping! Please count me in and thanks for the contest!
codisweepstakes at gmail dot com
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January 9th, 2009 at 12:44 am
Brilliant idea. Classic clothes too.
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January 9th, 2009 at 4:25 am
This is a wonderful basic wardrobe, especially if you do not wish to spend a fortune on a maternity wardrobe. These basics carry you thru looking chic and put together and they change up every time you switch accessories. Brilliant!
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January 9th, 2009 at 6:11 am
This Classic Maggie Box is truly an amazing way to create a number of different “looks” and outfits with just a few basic pieces. It is a must have for any mother to be. The clothing items look ultra stylish and above all super comfortable. I would love to have this simply for all the versatility and style that is offers. Thank you so much for the opportunity to enter!
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January 9th, 2009 at 10:47 am
This is such a great idea! I love it because it makes it very easy to look great and the clothing is so stylish! Thanks for this great giveaway!
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January 9th, 2009 at 12:50 pm
What a fabulous fashion idea!
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January 9th, 2009 at 12:59 pm
please enter me
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January 9th, 2009 at 6:41 pm
The clothes look fabulous! Thanks for the great contest & please enter me :)
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January 9th, 2009 at 6:59 pm
I want to win this for my sister bc I don’t think it would fit me.
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January 9th, 2009 at 7:32 pm
Trying to find basic pieces that flatter for work has been difficult. This definitely looks like it could work. Thanks for the giveaway!
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January 9th, 2009 at 9:28 pm
Cool
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January 9th, 2009 at 11:15 pm
My sister inlaw could really use this,count me in.
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January 10th, 2009 at 3:19 am
I will be needing it soon… :-)
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January 10th, 2009 at 3:49 am
My daughter-in-law is due to have her first child June 30th so this would be an ideal gift.
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January 10th, 2009 at 5:48 am
Such a great idea
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January 10th, 2009 at 5:48 am
This would be great for my wife.
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January 10th, 2009 at 5:49 am
My daughter is trying to get pregnant so this would be great for her.
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January 10th, 2009 at 5:50 am
Great for my daughter
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January 10th, 2009 at 7:55 am
Thanks for the contest!
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January 10th, 2009 at 8:55 am
my sister is expecting and she needs clothes
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January 10th, 2009 at 9:28 am
my wife….or one of her 4 daughters, someone will end up with it!
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January 10th, 2009 at 10:36 am
i am having my third child and as i opened my box of maternity clothes i got very sad because there are so few and they seem to be out of date.
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January 10th, 2009 at 11:04 am
Wonderful Giveaway! What great basic clothing! Thanks for entering me.
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January 10th, 2009 at 11:05 am
Thanks for contest
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January 10th, 2009 at 12:37 pm
wow – would love this for my daughter in law!!!!
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January 10th, 2009 at 3:34 pm
nice!
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January 10th, 2009 at 6:14 pm
I could really use some maternity clothes right about now!!
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January 10th, 2009 at 6:49 pm
I have heard of these before. What a fantastic prize.
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January 10th, 2009 at 7:21 pm
Just found out my niece is pregnant with her first baby. She certainly will need some comfortable classy looking clothing as she continues working as long as she is able.. Thanks for the chance to give her a start in her first maternity clothing..
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January 10th, 2009 at 7:43 pm
What a great giveaway! I am so sick of wearing my husband’s shirts and would love my own set of great fitting and amazing looking maternity clothes.
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January 10th, 2009 at 8:19 pm
These remind me of the simple interchangeable pieces that Donna Karan came out with in the 70′s-classic and comfortable!
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January 10th, 2009 at 8:46 pm
It is so hard to find well made yet not budget breaking maternity clothes. Thanks for the chance to win!
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January 10th, 2009 at 10:39 pm
Comfort in a box. Sooooooooo nice.
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January 10th, 2009 at 10:40 pm
This would be so nice for the next one to get pregnant in the family.
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January 10th, 2009 at 11:35 pm
Comfort in a box -I need this.
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January 11th, 2009 at 12:18 am
What a great idea. I have my favorite shirt that I seem to wear 75% of the time. Could use some new classics
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January 11th, 2009 at 3:08 am
this is great! Something all pregnant women could use in their closet!
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January 11th, 2009 at 3:26 am
I like these solid colors. I also like that they also have smaller sizes!
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January 11th, 2009 at 7:52 am
I would love to win these really nice clothes.
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January 11th, 2009 at 8:45 am
This is perfect, I’ve been looking everywhere for a set like this in black. It will make getting ready for work SOOOO much easier.
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January 11th, 2009 at 9:09 am
would love to win :)
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January 11th, 2009 at 10:40 am
wow those clothes look so fashionable not to mention comfortable :)
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January 11th, 2009 at 11:35 am
I want to win this for my sister. She is pregnant with her first baby and just got laid off from her job. This would be an awesome blessing for her…her clothes are not fitting anymore!
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January 11th, 2009 at 11:52 am
We’re planning baby number 3 so this would be great!
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January 11th, 2009 at 1:11 pm
This will go to my friend Ehys.
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January 11th, 2009 at 1:17 pm
this would be great
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January 11th, 2009 at 1:41 pm
I just love those pants! Awesome nice comfy colthes like these are my favorite to wear.
They are great even after you give birth.
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January 11th, 2009 at 2:06 pm
What a great set to win!! Thanks for the opportunity!!
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January 11th, 2009 at 2:09 pm
I am entering this for my niece. She and her husband and just starting out so money is tight. This would really make her feel special to have this nice wardrobe.
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January 11th, 2009 at 2:20 pm
What a great set and idea. This is perfect for the expecting mom. Thanks for the post!
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January 11th, 2009 at 2:44 pm
Nice prize! I would love to win! Thanks so much for the giveaway!
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January 11th, 2009 at 3:06 pm
these clothes are super cute!
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January 11th, 2009 at 3:45 pm
That is such a nice prize package!
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January 11th, 2009 at 3:45 pm
love it.
kfarris2@horizon.csueastbay.edu
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January 11th, 2009 at 4:41 pm
This would be great for my daughter
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January 11th, 2009 at 6:53 pm
I would love something new to wear.
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January 11th, 2009 at 7:21 pm
My Pastors wife really needs maternity clothes.
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January 11th, 2009 at 7:27 pm
The Classic Maggie Box is such a great way to build a fantastic maternity wardrobe and you only need to buy a few additional pieces to create dozens of stylish looks. This would be terrific for my daughter! Thank you for the opportunity to participate in this giveaway!
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January 11th, 2009 at 7:28 pm
I forgot to add that she would need a size 2.
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January 11th, 2009 at 8:46 pm
This makes being pregnant even sweeter! It’s so wild finding the perfect maternity clothes and this so simplifies everything in a magical box!
Thanks so much for this give~away! : )))
leahita[at]gmail[dot]com
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January 11th, 2009 at 9:25 pm
I like the innovation of this product
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January 11th, 2009 at 9:34 pm
I would definitely go with the Summer box living here in So. California. I sooo agree with you about not buying a ton of maternity clothes. I see so many really cute clothes but I think…I’m only going to wear them for a very short time, particularly because I didn’t even start wearing maternity clothes with my son until the second trimester. If I could get away with a few pieces that would be awesome!
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January 11th, 2009 at 10:45 pm
This is possibly the greatest thing ever invented! I would love this.
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January 11th, 2009 at 11:46 pm
Great set in size medium would work
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January 12th, 2009 at 12:09 am
Please enter me into the contest. Thanks!
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