Pregnant in heels! Simon Cowell's girlfriend Lauren Silverman steps out in studded heels on a pre-baby shopping trip

PUBLISHED: 01:30 EST, 8 December 2013 | UPDATED: 10:42 EST, 8 December 2013

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She is due to give birth in February, but fashionable Lauren Silverman isn't ready to swap her studded stilettos for flat shoes just yet.

The mother-to-be was spotted with Simon Cowell on Saturday as the couple went shopping at Barneys in Beverly Hills.

Lauren, 36, appeared to be handling her second pregnancy with ease as she strode into the department store with her large baby bump leading the way and loyal Cowell behind her.

Glamorous mother: Pregnant Lauren Silverman even took the steps in her stride as she went shopping in stilettos with Simon Cowell in Beverly Hills on Saturday

Wearing a white buttoned shirt and black trousers, the New York socialite - who already has an eight-year-old son from her former marriage - calmly made her way up the stone steps in the sparkling strappy sandals.

The American Idol judge wore his usual uniform of a black jumper and jeans as he carried a packet of menthol cigarettes and his mobile phone in his hand.

The plain outfit was a refreshing return to form after Simon wore a half unbuttoned shirt to dinner at Boa Steakhouse the night before, which showed a huge expanse of hairy chest.

After taking a limo on Friday night, the millionaire TV star drove his black convertible Bentley for Saturday afternoon's outing in Beverly Hills.

Dutiful dad-to-be: Simon has been very well-behaved since he found out he is going to be a father for the first time

Perfect pregnancy: Already having an eight-year-old son, Lauren doesn't seem to be having any of the problems that some expectant mothers face

Chit chat: Simon Cowell and pregnant girlfriend Lauren are spotted chatting on the sidewalk together

The couple were no doubt shopping for essentials before welcoming their son in February, and Cowell is more than ready for the total life change.

Speaking to Weekend magazine this month, he admitted that learning of Lauren’s pregnancy was 'like coming out of a fog' that made him feel low and lethargic.

'I'm having a baby and I never thought I would. And it totally changed everything,’ he said. 'It was like coming out of a fog; that’s the only way I can describe it. I thought, “Stop feeling sorry for yourself, you’ve got nothing to feel bad about.”

'It just makes you feel like you’ve got a responsibility. I definitely feel better.'

Luxury car: Simon drove his stunning black Bentley convertible for their day out

Balancing act: Lauren kept a firm hold of her iPhone as she collected the valet ticket for the Bentley

Quick fix: Lauren Silverman fixes her sunglasses as she walks along the pavement in her high heels

The reality TV guru is calm when he is with the love of his life, but he proved this week that his old confrontational side is still there when he branded Russell Brand a 'hypocrite' after he accused the comedian of accepting large Hollywood film salaries whilst campaigning against the UK political system.

According to The Mirror, music mogul Simon has told Russell to give up his multi-million pound salary if he is planning to continue his campaigning streak.

The-38-old Essex boy recently joined up with British activist group Anonymous as part of a global protest against austerity cuts and the disadvantages of the current economic system.

Health conscious: She wisely stayed hydrated and kept a bottle of water in her hand during the shopping trip

Later in the evening, Lauren and Simon were spotted leaving Cecconi's in West Hollywood, alongside Lauren's mum Carole Saland.

Looking radiant, Lauren's baby bump was highlighted in all its glory as she wore a form-fitting black dress for the occasion.

Simon was dressed in his signature white shirt and jeans combo as he exited with what may have been a doggy bag from the eaterie which has built an impressive roster of celebrity devotees, including Halle Berry, Jennifer Lopez, Gwyneth Paltrow, and the Dancing with the Stars cast.

Family dinner: Simon Cowell & Lauren Silverman have dinner with Laurens mum Carole Saland at Cecconi's in West Hollywood on Saturday evening

Meanwhile Simon has also revealed that he is planning on starting a new dance show which will rival Strictly Come Dancing.

Strictly judge Bruno Tonioli and former panelist Alesha Dixon are rumoured to be involved with the new project called You Should Be Dancing.

Sources told the Sunday Mirror that the music mogul is ready to fight back after Strictly has been beating his show, The X Factor, in the ratings every week.

Visible bump: Lauren's baby bump could be clearly seen through her tight dress as she left the restaurant in the evening

An insider said: 'He's coming back fighting with yet another format he thinks will be a winner.'

A pilot is likely to be showcased next year, with a further source adding: 'It is about dancing but it's undecided whether or not it will include celebrities, like Strictly.'

It is said that Simon also plans to extend the format overseas, like he did with The X Factor.

A source told the Mail Online: 'The company registers a number of names and is always developing new ideas for show formats.'

A little tired? Lauren looked a little tired after dining out at the restaurant and headed back to the car

Last month Bruno refused to comment on whether Simon had signed him up for the show, after they were spotted leaving a restaurant together alongside Lauren.

At the time Bruno said: 'He's always got something up with sleeve. He wanted to buy Strictly a few years back. Why wouldn't he? It's a wonderful show.'

Spokesperson for Syco Entertainment declined to confirm or comment.

Simon has also been in the news recently after his Playboy ex model girlfriend Carmen Electra came out saying that she has forgiven him for her leaving her for Lauren.

The 41-year-old was said to be 'shocked and livid' earlier this year but told The Sun on Sunday that she now not bitter.

She said: 'I'm so happy he's filling his life with family. He's going to be a great dad.'

Peace: Simon Cowell gave his typical peace response as he exited the well-known eaterie

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Poppy, Paris, France, 2 hours ago

Old flabby men wearing jeans with ragged hems trailing behind pregnant much younger wives are becoming the new cliche of our times. How depressing is that ~

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sparrow80, hull, United Kingdom, 5 hours ago

her mum looks like a leather suitcase, bad skin

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Poppy, Paris, France, 2 hours ago

Yes, one of those "Palm Beach" leather bags ..

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katersam, duesseldorf, 7 hours ago

The sjoes look so out of place. She must be mad wearing those in her condition.

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ann, expat in Belgium, 8 hours ago

I love the way she makes him trail behind her, like a pet puppy !!!

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KarenMG, NY, United States, 9 hours ago

She has obviously been living for this infamy - couldnt make the smile pn her face any bigger. Look at her mother - another idiot to be sure. Poor Simon must be beginning to wish he was back in the fog instead of going all over town grinning with this excuse for a woman

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bee nice, England, United States Minor Outlying Islands, 10 hours ago

If I have to see another picture of Simon Cowell's dreadful, over-long jeans dragging along the ground I'll weep.

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Poppy, Paris, France, 2 hours ago

You can share my box of Kleenex .actually, just seeing another picture of Simon Cowell will do it for me.

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NewYorker, New York, United Kingdom, 11 hours ago

Nevermind what they are wearing, what has Simon got in his grubby hand? Second Hand smoke contributes to SIDS among other infant complications. Such horrible people really!