Everyone can enjoy EKO Sense clothing, but the collection is growing in popularity amongst a certain set of ladies.
The stretchiness and softness of the fabrics mean our clothes make great maternity wear.
EKO Sense’s marketing and PR peep Rachel is currently seven months pregnant and has been living in her Wrap Skirt, which ties neatly under her burgeoning bump. The Lazy Lizzie Tee is also proving event more effective than standard maternity tops in covering a growing tummy.
So Helen and Rachel caught up with some other EKO Bumps to try on EKO Sense goodies, consume cake and generally have a girly old time. Thanks to Vertigo in Truro for letting us take over their Rum Bar.
Our EKO Bumps testers are:
Angela Young, mum of two, 29 weeks pregnant and director of 100% Organics and Moonestates.com.
Angela sporting her favourite Suzyloo flick skirt, worn as a dress
She said: “I’m now living in my teal Suzyloo Flick skirt. Soooo comfortable, beautifully soft, with a fantastic elastic-free wide waistband that is comfortable but secure.
“The colour is stunning, the material feels lovely, I hugely approve of the its eco credentials, and I love the fact that it works as a babydoll dress as well as a skirt – my bump has never looked so glam.
“I’ve already ordered it in another colour as well. This is an item I’m going to be wearing during pregnancy and well beyond, until it has holes in it. And then I will be buying another one! Why aren’t maternity clothes made like this?
“I really wish I had discovered EKO Sense before I bought any maternity clothes. I’m a proper convert, and will be ordering from the next range just as soon as it comes out. I can’t think of any other clothes that are more perfect for a day in the office followed by a long walk on the beach.”
Kirstie Newton, 28 weeks pregnant with her first, editor of Cornwall Today magazine.
Kirstie in the fabulous bump-covering Lazy Lizzie Tee
She said: “There are many factors that commend Helen’s clothing to the pregnant woman – or indeed, any women. For starters, it wore well on all of us, despite not being maternity wear at all. Versatile styles and stretchy fabrics worked well over bumps, meaning that items would last long after pregnancy, hence saving money in the long run.
“The empire line Emily Jane dress is incredibly comfortable to wear – although pale quicksilver shade may not have been the best colour choice for a clumsy oaf like me, let alone for a mum with a messy baby. The organic cotton wrap skirt ties snugly under the belly, which I’ve heard is top style for Hot Mamas – I thought I was too old to qualify, but am willing to give it a go.
“I’ve been seduced by the idea of being able to support a Cornish company, and also of wearing something organic next to my skin. When I first found out I was pregnant, I rushed out to buy eco-friendly toiletries, lest chemical nasties be absorbed through my skin to pollute the new life growing within. My body became a temple – admittedly for about a week!”
Read Kirstie’s blog on EKO Sense.
Charla Symons, 34 weeks pregnant with her first, marketing and communications officer at not-for-profit company Totally Truro.
Charla in her Lazy Lizzie Tee plus Snug Bottom Wrap Trousers
She said: “During these last weeks of my pregnancy, my number one priority is comfort, and I can clearly remember my initial reaction to trying on the Emily Jane dress and leggings – ‘this is the most comfortable I have ever felt’, I found myself saying, and suddenly I realised that maternity wear can look and feel good without compromising my style or taste in fashion.
“The Lazy Lizzie Tee is a must for all bump sizes. Unlike most maternity wear, it fits well over my bump and stays there!
“Post pregnancy, I am looking forward to using the Twisted Wrap as a cardigan over the top of nursing tops. The loose front will be great for convenience feeding when out and about with the front cross-over detail neatly hiding my post-pregnancy bulge.
“As well as getting a comfortable snuggly feeling from wearing the EKO Sense range, I also get that warm fuzzy feeling knowing I’m supporting a local environmentally friendly company producing exceptional high quality sustainable fashion – thank you Helen for making my pregnancy that bit more comfortable (and fashionable!)”
The EKO Bumps gang: Angela, Charla, Kirstie and Rachel