Rushing to one of my first gigs postpartum, I found myself in a whirlwind of challenges that I hadn’t anticipated. Living in a Paris suburb, I had spent the morning desperately searching for medication for my infant, only to realize minutes before leaving that my maternity pants were too loose, while my pre-pregnancy concert attire was impossible to button. It was a harsh reminder of how little support exists for mothers navigating the postpartum phase, especially in the performing arts world.

As a classical musician, finding concert black that accommodates maternity and nursing feels like a wild goose chase—either too expensive or poorly made. But when I discovered Blackstrad, a clothing line designed for professional musicians, everything changed. Their maternity dress isn’t just functional—it’s elegant, breathable, and made to last through every stage of motherhood.

If you’ve ever struggled with postpartum concert attire, this piece is for you. Let’s talk about why maternity concert black is so hard to find—and celebrate solutions that finally work.