Some of the highest-end maternity designers are responding to today's touchy economy with goods that are as affordable as they are stylish. Here are some of the current offerings.

Belly Basics, designer of the innovative Pregnancy Survival Kit (black cotton-Lycra maternity pants, skirt, top and dress) found in stores such as Bloomingdale's for $150-plus, has joined Kohl's department stores to debut the Nine Month Wardrobe. A three-piece set, the Nine Month Wardrobe includes a keyhole-neck T-shirt, pencil skirt and boot-leg pants in black jersey for $54.

Wendy Bellissimo, who decorates the nurseries of the rich and famous with crib-linen sets that run up to $780 (more for custom designs), now offers a lower-priced alternative. The Wendy Bee set includes all-cotton crib bumpers, a fitted sheet, a blanket and a crib skirt for $219. At specialty stores nationwide or call 877-936-3923.

Liz Lange, the maternity fashion designer who has dressed celebrities Uma Thurman, Julianne Moore, Tea Leoni and Vanessa Williams during their pregnancies, joins Target stores to offer a fashion-forward, mix-and-match maternity line that fits a tight budget. Liz Lange for Target prices range from $15 to $30.

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