Looking for breastfeeding friendly outfits that still feel like your style? Floral dresses, oversized shirts and simple cardigan outfits give you plenty to work with.
Some of these pictures show nursing openings, while others offer combinations you can adapt with a nursing top or a different fastening.
You can keep things simple or add a little color. Before choosing a look, check that its openings and underlayers actually work for you.
A pretty neckline alone doesn’t tell us how a piece opens.
Outfit ideas for nursing days
tiny florals and a wide-brim hat
We’re starting off strong with this pretty floral dress. I love the bow at the waist and that oversized pale hat.
The side of the bodice is held open here to show an opening with a beige underlayer beneath.
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Pair a similar dress with pale heeled sandals if you want to follow this look.
taupe shirt and blue jeans
If you are looking for something simple to put together, this one is for you. A loose taupe shirt and blue jeans keep the outfit casual, with the shirt open at the top while nursing.
This is a lovely starting point if you’re collecting outfits ideas for breastfeeding moms using pieces you might already own.
gray cardigan and silver sneakers
How cute is this gray and white combination? The cardigan is partly unbuttoned to reveal a black underlayer.
Those white pants have big patch pockets, with silver-colored sneakers adding a little shine.
Try a black nursing tank underneath your own cardigan to build a similar outfit.
blue overalls and a gray top
Don’t want to go all out with accessories? No problem!
These loose blue overalls and a fitted gray long-sleeve top make a cute pairing all on their own.
For a nursing version, I’d choose overalls with straps you can undo and a nursing top underneath. The photo doesn’t show feeding access through the gray top.
black henley and white sneakers
This is another simple outfit idea to save. The black top has a short row of buttons at the neckline, with blue jeans and white sneakers keeping the rest understated.
If you’re choosing a similar henley for nursing, check that the buttons open far enough. I love this combination without any extra layers.
black sweatshirt with a zip opening
Want a plain sweatshirt with a little more going on? This black one has a vertical zip opening shown at the chest, revealing a white underlayer.
The gray jeans keep the colors simple. Add white sneakers to your own version if you want to pick up that small touch of white.
striped shirt dress and tall boots
The stripe fans are going to love this! The pale shirt dress has narrow dark stripes, a gathered skirt and a hem that dips lower at the back.
I especially love the socks peeking above the tall dark boots.
Look for a version with working chest buttons if you want to wear this combination for nursing.
long cardigan and a nursing tank
I love this long pale cardigan with the black leggings. The beige tank is shown with one side unclipped and lowered, so you can actually see its nursing opening.
The pale crossover slippers are a cute finishing touch for an at-home outfit.
pale wrap dress and tan sandals
This dress may just be one of my favorites here. The pale blue-gray color is so pretty with the tan sandals and wide-brim hat.
A side tie gathers the long wrap-style skirt.
For your own nursing outfit, choose a version with a bodice that opens rather than a fixed crossover neckline.
burgundy stripes and a matching bag
How cute is this striped shirt? Not gonna lie, the matching burgundy bag is my favorite part!
The shirt sits open over a pale top, with wide-leg blue jeans and dark red sandals below.
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Swap in a nursing tank beneath your shirt if you want to adapt this combination for feeding.
olive green and a tied blue shirt
This olive-green outfit looks so cute with a light-blue shirt tied at the waist. White high-top sneakers finish the look without adding another bold color.
The picture doesn’t show how the green top opens. You could recreate the colors with an olive nursing tank and matching pants instead.
striped shirt and olive trousers
If you want something a little dressier, try this striped shirt with olive wide-leg trousers. I love the brown belt and the little bows on the flats.
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Choose a shirt with working front buttons to make your version nursing-friendly. Leave it untucked if that works better for you.
white crossover top and striped pants
This white crossover top is such a pretty alternative to a plain tee. One side is pulled aside here to show the beige underlayer, while the wide-leg pants have fine horizontal stripes.
Keep the drawstring bow visible at the waist if you want to follow this simple pairing.
brown jacket and gray buttons
I am obsessed with this brown and gray combination. The long brown jacket sits over a gray button-front cardigan and dark jeans.
That black quilted bag is a lovely extra detail.
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For a nursing version, I’d keep the jacket open and wear a nursing tank beneath a cardigan with working buttons.
puff sleeves and little flowers
How pretty is this floral dress? The square neckline, gathered bodice and puffed sleeves are so sweet together.
I love the white braided sandal straps too.
Nursing access isn’t visible here, so treat this as dress inspiration rather than a confirmed nursing option. Look for a similar floral style with an opening designed for feeding.
navy checks and a tie-front cardigan
This navy-and-white checked dress looks adorable with the little tie-front cardigan. The collage adds a brown satchel and pale sneakers to finish the outfit.
The dress has no visible nursing opening, so this combination needs an adaptation. Try a nursing-access checked dress while keeping the same cardigan and accessories.
yellow top and matching trousers
If you are looking for a little color, then this one is for you. I love the yellow sleeveless top with its gathered lower section and matching wide-leg trousers.
There’s a single covered button at the front. Check that it opens and gives you enough access before choosing a similar set for nursing.
white blouse and lace-edged pants
Don’t want to add bright colors or big patterns? No problem there!
This loose white blouse and pale pants keep things simple, with lace edging at the ankles and dark flip-flops.
The blouse has a little tie at the neckline, but its nursing access isn’t shown. A loose nursing blouse could give you a similar look.
checked shirt over cream separates
This is another open-shirt outfit, but it’s a little different from the burgundy one above. I love the small dark checks over the cream top and gathered-waist pants.
Try a cream nursing tank under your own checked shirt. Keep the oversized tan bag if you like that extra touch of brown.
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white shirt and striped shorts
Last but definitely not least, we have this oversized white shirt and striped shorts combination. The brown sandals and basket-style bag are so cute together!
Choose a shirt with working front buttons for your own version. A loose front tuck will let you show the waistband without hiding the shorts beneath the long shirt.
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Xoxo Camille