Pregnant Beyoncé shuns typical maternity wear for leather hotpants as she enjoys day out with Jay-Z

By Sarah Bull

Last updated at 1:13 PM on 12th September 2011


She was never going to be someone who dons shapeless clothes to hide their baby bump.

But on Saturday Beyoncé showed fans just what a trendsetting mother they can expect her to be as she stepped out in New York with husband Jay-Z wearing a tiny pair of leather hotpants.

The 30-year-old singer teamed the shorts with a chic rust-coloured blouse, which clung to her burgeoning bump, and a leopard-print bag with flat sandals.

Not typical maternity wear: Pregnant Beyoncé wore a pair of leather hotpants as she stepped out with husband Jay-Z in New York on Saturday

It seems Beyoncé is coping well with the pregnancy, as the former Destiny's Child star looked radiant as she enjoyed her day out.

Jay-Z, who was dressed casually in a white T-shirt and jeans, also appears to be relishing the protective husband role, keeping a tight hold on his wife as they strolled along.

The pair made the most of the warm weather as they stepped out in Tribeca before grabbing some lunch at Italian restaurant Locanda Verde.

However, according to recent reports, Beyoncé's order may have baffled waiters at the taverna, because she is said to be having strange pregnancy cravings in recent weeks.

Blooming: The 30-year-old singer teamed the shorts with a pretty rust-coloured blouse and flat sandals

She had apparently been driving crew members on the couple's recent cruise mad with her bizarre requests for meals including bananas with ketchup and ice creams with chilli sauce, accompanying the food with ginger ale and crushed ice.

A source told The Sun: 'Usually guests sip Cristal champagne while nibbling on lobster. Instead Beyonce is having these very odd cravings.

'She's snacking on Oreo biscuits and gherkins, Bounty ice creams with hot chilli sauce and she loves dipping bananas in ketchup. For breakfast, she's been having croissants with melted Dime bars inside.'

Beyoncé announced her pregnancy news at the MTV Video Music Awards last month, when she debuted her baby bump in an orange Lanvin gown.

Protective: Jay-Z kept a close eye on his expectant wife as they strolled along in Tribeca and grabbed some lunch

The announcement came after a stellar summer for the Grammy-winner in which she headlined Glastonbury and released another hit album, 4.
Beyoncé, who has won 16 Grammy awards, said in a recent interview that she feels she has achieved enough in her career to settle down and make family a priority.
'When you're young - 18 or 19 - you have the energy and drive. That's the time to work as hard as you can,' she told the September issue of In Style.
Now I'm a woman, and because I gave it my all, I can focus on my marriage. I can decide I want to have kids. I can be the mother I want to be and dedicate myself to my children.'
Beyoncé married rapper Jay-Z on September 4, 2008 in New York.
Speaking to Piers Morgan in June, she hinted: 'I always said I was going to have a baby at 30. I'm 29 now. But I also said I was going to retire at 30. So I don't know!'

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Pregnant Beyoncé debuts baby bump at the MTV Video Music Awards

'I have a surprise!' Pregnant Beyoncé debuts baby bump at the MTV Video Music Awards

By Andrea Magrath

Last updated at 10:45 AM on 29th August 2011

Beyoncé has revealed she is expecting her first baby.

The singer made the surprise announcement as she debuted her baby bump on the red carpet at the MTV Video Music Awards tonight.

Wearing a long orange gown by Lanvin, the 29-year-old clutched her visible bump and told assembled press: 'I have a surprise!'

Scroll down to see Beyoncé's performance of Love On Top

Baby bliss: Beyonce has revealed she is expecting her first baby with husband Jay-Z

The singer didn't let her pregnancy prevent her from bringing the house down with an energetic performance.

She cheered on her husband Jay-Z, who performed new single Otis with Kanye West, before taking to the stage herself.

Arriving onstage in a purple glittery blazer and black trousers by Dolce & Gabbana, the mother-to-be said: 'I want you to feel the love that's growing inside of me.'

Content: The singer glowed with happiness as she clutched her baby bump

Maternity chic: The 29-year-old chose a bright draped gown by Lanvin for her debut maternity dress

After a fabulous performance of Love On Top that attracted a standing ovation from the audience, Beyoncé ripped open her jacket and proudly rubbed baby bump.

The cameras panned to the audience where Jay-Z was beaming, as his friend Kanye jumped up and down, smacking the father-to-be on the back and shaking him.

Beyoncé performed at the Roseland Ballroom in New York on August 14, and covered up her stomach with a sheath of fabric that draped lightly across her protruding bump.

Proud mama: After her performance Beyonce ripped open her blazer and rubbed her baby bump

The announcement comes after a stellar summer for the Grammy-winner in which she headlined Glastonbury and released another hit album, 4.

Beyoncé, who has won 16 Grammy awards, said in a recent interview that she feels she has achieved enough in her career to settle down and make family a priority.

'When you're young - 18 or 19 - you have the energy and drive. That's the time to work as hard as you can,' she told the September issue of In Style.

Congratulations! Jay-Z beamed from the audience while Kanye West thumped his friend on the back

'Now I'm a woman, and because I gave it my all, I can focus on my marriage.

'I can decide I want to have kids. I can be the mother I want to be and dedicate myself to my children.'

Beyoncé married rapper Jay-Z on September 4, 2008 in New York.

Cover up: Beyonce covered her stomach with a sheath of material during a performance at the Roseland Ballroom on August 14

Speaking to Piers Morgan in June, she hinted: 'I always said I was going to have a baby at 30. I'm 29 now.

'But I also said I was going to retire at 30. So I don't know,' she said, adding: 'I am not retiring, I tell you.'

Pressed by Morgan she said: 'Only God knows, only God knows.'

Parents-to-be: Beyonce and Jay-Z married in an intimate ceremony in New York on September 4, 2008

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*EXCLUSIVE* Beyonce Album Launch Concert In London Video

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After her storming Glastonbury performance, Beyonce performed an exclusive album release concert for her fans and members of the industry.

The singer released her new album "4" today.

Jade Ewen, Adele, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jay-Z and Denise Lewis were just some of the celebs that were present.

There was no setlist for tonight's show with all the cues coming from the audience.

In the clip, Bey performs "Run The World (Girls)", her next single "Best I Never Had", "1+1", "Single Ladies" and "Halo".

 

 

Jade Ewen, Gwyneth Paltrow and Jessie J are among an all-star cast at Beyoncé's special one-off (but the singer still owns the show)

Last updated at 8:46 AM on 28th June 2011


At the weekend she was the star attraction at the UK'S biggest festival, Glastonbury, but last night Beyoncé held a special one-off gig in London for a very select few.

And some of the nation's most famous faces made a beeline for the album showcase which was held at the Shepherd's Bush Empire in west London.

Top-selling artists Jessie J, Adele and Tinie Tempah led the charge for the British, while close friend Gwyneth Paltrow, Jay-Z and some of the cast members of Glee represented the U.S. contingent.

She's got the moves: Beyoncé last night performing at the Shepherd's Bush Empire in London for the UK launch of her fourth solo album, 4

Close friend: Gwyneth Paltrow arrives at Beyonce 4D with Belvedere at the Shepherd's Bush Empire

Other stars who appeared at the concert, where Beyoncé showcased songs from her forthcoming album, included Ewan McGregor, Alexandra Burke, Stella McCartney, Sugababes star Jade Ewen, JLS singer JB, Paloma Faith and comedian Steven K Amos.

Gwyneth, 38, wore a loose-fitting blue floral print dress that showed off her great legs - perfect for yesterday's hot weather.

She completed the outfit with a brown leather belt and matching strappy heels.

Most importantly Beyoncé's mother Tina made an appearance, as did her husband Jay-Z.

Jessie J hobbled into the show on a pair of crutches, she picked up a broken foot just before her show at the Summertime Ball in London two weeks ago.

The 23-year-old singer had her hair swept back into a harsh, Victoria Beckham-style do. She wore a garish Versace-esque blazer with a black leotard decorated with coloured gems across the chest.

Alexandra Burke's outfit was equally as colourful, comprised of a dress made with various coloured panels.

Support: Mother Tina Knowles and husband Jay-Z arrive at the Empire to thrown their weight behind Beyoncé

The British are coming!: Jessie J and Adele were among Beyoncé's many female admirers

Jade Ewen threw on an unusual floral print dress with leather studded straps across the front. Her shoes were equally obscure, with sheer panelling revealing her feet inside.

Her fellow Sugababes bandmates were absent from the night's proceedings, so Jade flew the flag for the girl group on her own.

Paloma Faith, who is famed for her unusual taste in fashion, didn't disappoint with another outlandish outfit consisting of a sheer cream top with tiled detail, glittering hotpants and an odd-looking furball hat.

Girls allowed: Jade Ewen, Alexandra Burke and Paloma Faith also appeared at the album launch

Star turn out: TOWIE's Maria Fowler, Stella McCartney and Alison Mosshart bolstered the female contingent

Adele kept it typically understated with her long black blazer, matching leggings and a muted multi-coloured top.

Stella McCartney, Kills singer Alison Mosshart, Meg Matthews and TOWIE star Maria Fowler were also on hand to fill the female contingent.

Meanwhile Tinie Tempah and Tom Ford were the main man at the event.

Big entrance for Tinie: The rapper cruised in to the Shepherd's Bush Empire

Let's hear it for the boys: Beyoncé wasn't short of male admirers either - Ewan McGregor, Reggie Yates and Jls star JB among them

Let's hear it for the boys: Beyoncé wasn't short of male admirers either - Ewan McGregor, Reggie Yates and Jls star JB among them

The British rapper cruised into the Shepherd's Bush Empire wearing a smart denim jacket, a white vest, camouflage shorts and a pair of retro white Nike Air Jordan trainers.

Tom Ford oozed star appeal in an ultra smart black suit, white shirt and black sunglasses. The fashion designer invited Beyonce to appear in one of his catwalk shows earlier this year.

Alan Carr, Duncan James, JB from boyband JLS, Ewan McGregor, comedian and Reggie Yates made up the numbers for male stars.

Glee stars Chris Colfer, Mark Salling and Kevin McHale also turned out for the star's amazing show.

Inside the venue there was said to be a problem with seating as Adele and Jessie J were allegedly moved from their front row seats when Jay-Z and Gwyneth Paltrow arrived.

Adele later moved back to the front, while Jessie remained in the back row.

The show itself was a spectacular colourful display with Beyoncé running through tracks from new album 4.

Earlier in the day the singer, who closed Glastonbury with a storming performance on the Pyramid Stage at the weekend, looked none the worse for her onstage exertions as she arrived for a shopping spree today at Harrods in London.

The star was getting in some last minute bits and bobs before yet another gig, hitting Harrods in Knightsbridge in a sunny tangerine-coloured fitted dress.

Queen Bee, who was wearing summery white platform court shoes, was beaming broadly too - perhaps she'd been reading the reviews of her performance last night, which got a resounding thumbs up.

She had also apparently recorded an interview for Piers Morgan's Life Stories during the day, so can't have had much of a lie-in following her incredibly energetic hour-and-a-half long headlining set at Worthy Farm on Sunday night.

Meanwhile, her rap star husband Jay-Z joined the likes of the Duke and Duchess Of Cambridge as he sat with the crowds watching Andy Murray beat Frenchman Richard Gasquet in straight sets at Wimbledon today.

The 99 Problems star was cool and casual in the oppressive London heat on what was the hottest day of the year so far in the UK, wearing a crisp military-style shirt and camouflage cropped trousers.


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