MOMMA KNOWS… military style is on point.

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The perfect military style piece is super hot for spring summer. Pair it with something more feminine to achieve perfect balance.

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As a stylist and a mother, I’m loving the utilitarian trend – momma needs plenty of pockets!!

During the spring summer catwalks shows (ahem, Marc Jacobs) a new trend emerged – military style or utilitarian chic would be the next big thing.  I’m not talking about camo necessarily but I am talking about shades of khaki and olive with some oversized pockets and detailing that would seem better suited for a soldier than a fashionista.  That said, this military style is incredibly chic whilst still feeling incredibly cool.  Giving a nod to our incredible men on the front line, this trend pays homage to the utility looks which blend fashion with practicality.  Hey, anything that gives me more pockets I’m not mad at.  So check out some of my favorite military style influenced pieces of the season and update your style with a utilitarian edge.

Faith Connection pants

Faith Connection pants $1095

NLST dress

NLST dress $425

Michael Michael Kors vest

Michael Michael Kors vest $175

Topshop dress

Topshop dress $75

Saint Laurent jacket

Saint Laurent jacket $1590

Etoile Isabel Marant shirt

Etoile Isabel Marant shirt $410

Marc by Marc Jacobs skirt

Marc by Marc Jacobs skirt $300

Free People top

Free People top $78

Derek Lam dress

Derek Lam dress $695

Band of Outsiders pants

Band of Outsiders pants $450

Current Elliott romper

Current Elliott romper $248

Topshop bomber

Topshop bomber $85

Marc Jacobs jacket

Marc Jacobs jacket $1400

Marissa Webb vest

Marissa Webb vest $498

Sam Edelman jacket

Sam Edelman jacket $149

Forever 21 pants

Forever 21 pants $19.90

 

MATERNITY MONDAY… fabulous diaper bags!

Yes, I said it, fabulous diaper bags – you’re going to need something to lug around all the bits and pieces that you need for baby so you may as well love it!  Accessories are my jam, I love some great bags and shoes – the fact that we need a carry all when we have a baby just means another reason to buy a bag.  The modern day diaper bags are far from just practical – sure they come with a changing pad and all the pockets you could possibly need but they also come in in credible prints and styles that will make your friends who don’t have kids asking where you got it!  Having a child means never leaving home without everything but the kitchen sink so you may as well have something stylish to lug it around in.  Check out some of my favorite diaper bags that will not only service your new momma needs but also tick your accessory addict box!  PS – also some cute dad bag options because babies usually come with 2 parents… And sometimes dad’s don’t want to carry your purse…

Gucci diaper bag

Gucci diaper bag $1150

Kate Spade diaper bag

Kate Spade diaper bag $398

Marc by Marc Jacobs diaper bag

Marc by Marc Jacobs diaper bag $298

Babymel diaper bag

Babymel diaper bag $110

Barneys diaper bag

Barneys diaper bag $778

Rebecca Minkoff bag

Rebecca Minkoff bag $295

Storksak diaper bag

Storksak diaper bag $132

JJ Cole diaper bag

JJ Cole diaper bag $69.95

Burberry baby bag

Burberry baby bag $1295

Tory Burch bag

Tory Burch bag $395

Ju-Ju Be diaper bag

Ju-Ju Be diaper bag $180

Skip Hop diaper bag

Skip Hop diaper bag $70

Prada bag

Prada bag $1340

Storksak bag

Storks bag $435

Jack Spade dad bag

Jack Spade dad bag $298

Diaper Dude diaper bag

Diaper Dude diaper bag $60

MOMMA’S UNDER $100… the best fashion deals

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Fabulous fashion deals for under $100!

The best fashion deals are all about finding the things you want and then being amazed by a great price tag.  It’s about not compromising on your taste levels but also not fretting over the cost of the purchase.  Finding the best fashion deals can take time and require finding those super stylish pieces that have been modified for a less expensive price point without sacrificing the overall look.  There’s a great pride in people loving what you’re wearing and then being able to share with them the price tag.  Who doesn’t want to look great and save money?  Check out some of the best fashion deals of the week and enjoy having your cake and eating it too.

Asos dress

Asks dress $89

Raga necklace

Raga necklace $54

Asos heels

Asos heels $83

Express clutch

Express clutch $39.90

Velvet by Graham and Spencer blouse

Velvet by Graham and Spencer blouse $95

Zara pants

Zara pants $79.90

Nasty Gal cuff

Nasty Gal cuff $20

BCBG Generation pumps

BCBG Generation pumps $88.95 (available in an array of colors)

Forever 21 bag

Forever 21 bag $22.90

Beulah sweater

Beulah sweater $48

Asos skirt

Asos skirt $83

Nasty Gal ear cuffs

Nasty Gal ear cuffs $48

Nine West booties

Nine West booties $79.98

Express bag

Express bag $49.90

BB Dakota tank

BB Dakota tank $39

Blank jeans

Blank jeans $88

Topshop jacket - best fashion deals

Topshop jacket $95

Gorjana ring

Gorjana ring $55

Fergie booties

Fergie booties $74.95

Aldo satchel

Aldo satchel $49

Topshop top

Topshop top $28

Topshop joggers

Topshop joggers $60

Jules Smith necklace

Jules Smith necklace $65

Aldo pumps

Aldo pumps $84

New Look bag

New Look bag $30

Asos dress

Asks dress $74

Nasty Gal cuff

Nasty Gal cuff $25

Miss KG clutch

Miss KG clutch $74

Steve Madden sandals

Steve Madden sandals $79.95

MOMMA LOVES… the layered look

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This Crosby St. by Derek Lam layered top is one of my favorites… Its a perfectly pre-styled piece (actually 2 pieces) that immediately makes an outfit!

The layered look is that perfectly styled outfit that appears to have been meticulously planned yet entirely effortless.  The brilliant thing is you don’t need a troupe of stylists to help you achieve this look anymore because so many designers are doing it for you.  Designers know that playing the proportions and creating a layered look in one piece gives instant appeal because not only are you getting an item of clothing, you’re getting an outfit.  No worrying about how items lay on top of one another or if something looks silly or bulky – the styling is done within the piece.  Check out some of my favorite versions of the layered look that are perfect to wear now and perfect to transition you through spring in style!

ALC dress

ALC dress $525

Helmut Lang top

Helmut Lang top $320

BCBG skirt

BCBG skirt $198

English Factory top

English Factory top $75

Sacai vest

Sacai vest $1060

Derek Lam dress

Derek Lam dress $495

Intermix skirt

Intermix skirt $275

Asos shirt

Asos shirt $56

Halston Herritage jacket

Halston Herritage jacket $995

Dion lee layered skirt/pants

Dion lee layered skirt/pants $500

Rag & Bone tunic

Rag & Bone tunic $395

Trina Turk dress -layered look

Trina Turk dress $298

Forever 21 top

Forever 21 top $14.90

Carven sweater/shirtdress

Carven sweater/shirtdress $450

Elizabeth and James jacket

Elizabeth and James jacket $297

Clu sweatshirt

Clu sweatshirt $192

Asos jumpsuit

Asos jumpsuit $74

MOMMA LOVES… jewelry reinvented

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Finger bracelets or whatever you call them are hugely popular and there just some of the reinvented jewelry everyone is going crazy for right now!

What do I mean by jewelry reinvented?  I’m talking about the new take on the tried and true – everything from ear cuffs to hand/finger bracelets to arm cuffs and body jewelry.  The out of the box pieces that make you bling in a whole new way.  Now a days jewelry reinvented isn’t just a one off, it’s got it’s own place in the spotlight – it’s hear, it’s different and it’s spectacular.  It’s all about layering your pieces, it’s about your jewels making the statement for your outfit in new innovative ways.  This jewelry reinvented doesn’t have to be chunky or over the top – it’s often subtly and works in a way to just be a little something different yet captivating.  Check out some of my favorite new jewelry reinvented and rethink the way you’ve been accessorizing…

Jacquie Aiche diamond finger bracelet

Jacquie Aiche diamond finger bracelet $1520

Pamela Love hand piece

Pamela Love hand piece $218

Maria Black finger bracelet

Maria Black finger bracelet $175

Gorjana handpiece

Gorjana handpiece $63

Ana Khouri ear cuff

Ana Khouri ear cuff $2900

EF Collection diamond ear crawler

EF Collection diamond ear crawler $475

Arme De L'Amour ear cuff

Arme De L’Amour ear cuff $205

Nasty Gal ear cuff set

Nasty Gal ear cuff set $20

Jacquie Aiche body chain

Jacquie Aiche body chain $1870

Maria Black body chain

Maria Black body chain $500

Vanessa Money body chain

Vanessa Money body chain $120

Nasty Gal body chain - jewelry reinvented

Nasty Gal body chain $128

Maison Margiela arm cuff

Maison Margiela arm cuff $895

Jennifer Fisher arm cuff

Jennifer Fisher arm cuff $220

Vanessa Mooney arm cuff

Vanessa Mooney arm cuff $110

Asos stacked midi arm cuff

Asos stacked midi arm cuff $18.50

MOMMA NEEDS… pleats please

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Denim with a fitted blazer is my uniform – but I love to throw in a little pleated top to add texture and volume – pleats pieces might be exactly what your wardrobe is missing…

Whether accordian or box, pleats are always a major style hit.  More fabric can mean more motion and these perfectly folded layers add movement to your favorite pieces.  There truly is just something about pleats that makes me want to twirl – I don’t know if it’s a girly-nesss necessarily but there is certainly a feminine feeling.  Super easy to wear, these pleats are exactly what you need to get ready for spring!  They just add  texture and dimension to a skirt, top or dress which takes it to a new design level.  I’m a huge fan of pleats and these are some of my favorite pieces!

Isabel Marant skirt

Isabel Marant skirt $3140

Dagmar jumpsuit

Dagmar jumpsuit $350

Asos maxi dress

Asos maxi dress $156

Joa top

Jia top $68

Ohne Titel dress - pleats

Ohne Titel dress $650

Tibi culottes

Tibi culottes $425

Joie top

Joie top $188

Topshop skirt

Topshop skirt $90

Miu Miu blouse

Miu Miu blouse $1520

Roland Mouret skirt

Roland Mouret skirt $795

Aqua gown

Aqua gown $248

Forever 21 blouse

Forever 21 blouse $19.90

Alexander McQueen jacket

Alexander McQueen jacket $2675

Derek Lam 10 Crosby top

Derek Lam 10 Crosby top $395

Vince skirt

Vince skirt $237

Asos dress

Asos dress $89

MATERNITY MONDAY… expectant mom style

Great maternity clothes is all about finding your expectant mom style.  As I say time and time again here, pregnancy is not a disability, it doesn’t have to mean your aesthetic has to change – sure you need to be a bit more practical but stick to your brand ether and just find things with a bit more room in the middle.  Whether you lean towards boho and flow or more structured and minimal, there are incredible options for every expectant mom style.  Have fun during these 9 months, sleep loads, take care of yourself (let others take care of you) and yes, have fun with fashion (and take lots of pictures)!  Check out some of my favorite maternity clothes to get the perfect expectant mom style you desire!

Asos maternity dress

Asos maternity dress $37

Topshop maternity shirt

Topshop maternity shirt $58

Topshop maternity shorts

Topshop maternity shorts $32

Isabella Oliver maternity dress

Isabella Oliver maternity dress $149

Topshop maternity sweater

Topshop maternity sweater $76

Asos maternity skirt

Asos maternity skirt $46

Asos maternity dress

Asos maternity dress $46

Asos maternity shirt

Asos maternity shirt $56

DL 1961 maternity jeans

DL 1961 maternity jeans $178

Asos maternity dress

Asos maternity dress $65

Splendid maternity tank

Splendid maternity tank $55

James Jeans maternity jeans

James Jeans maternity jeans $185

Rosie Pope maternity blazer

Rosie Pope maternity blazer $99

 

Maternal America

Maternal America $128

Hatch pullover

Hatch pullover $178

Rosie Pope maternity shorts

Rosie Pope maternity shorts $88

Asos maternity dress

Asos maternity dress $46

 

MOMMA LOVES… new cute kids clothes

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Little Max in super cute Nununu pants and Old Navy tee before his hair cut.

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And after haircut – ready for spring!

Our little ones grow up so fast so there’s a constant need for new cute kids clothes. I like to make new purchases at the beginning of each new season so they have time to grow into things and where them for as long as possible.  So, this post is for everyone looking for some insanely cute kids clothes to transition their little ones from now to spring/summer.  The weather will be warm soon enough so time to start considering what they’re going to be wearing to the park when the sun starts to peek out.  Check out some of my favorite cute kids clothes to get your kids in style for spring!

First for our littlest ones:

Bonpoint dress

Bon point dress $150

Amber Hagen coverall

Amber Hagen coverall $115

Luli & Me dress

Luli & Me dress $64

Miniclasix romper

Miniclasix romper $46

Gap dress

Gap dress $29.95

Gap sweatshirt

Gap sweatshirt $19.95

Old Navy romper

Old Navy romper $16.94

Old Navy onesie

Old Navy onesie $8.94

Maemoiselle Charlotte dress

Maemoiselle Charlotte dress $120

J Crew cashmere sweater

J Crew cashmere sweater $145

Masalababy dress and bloomers

Masalababy dress and bloomers $52

Stella McCartney Kids tee

Stella McCartney Kids tee $65

Mini Boden dress and bloomers

Mini Boden dress and bloomers $40

Mini Boden overalls

Mini Boden overalls $40

Old Navy shorts

Old Navy shorts $12.94

Zara pants

Zara pants $15.90

And some super cute kids clothes for our slightly bigger ones:

Stella McCartney dress

Stella McCartney dress $118

Stella McCartney Kids top

Stella McCartney Kids top $118

 

Kate Spade romper

Kate Spade romper $84

Eleven Paris tee

Eleven Paris tee $46

Mini Boden skirt

Mini Boden skirt $48

Mini Boden pants

Mini Boden pants $32

Gap dress

Gap dress $19.95

Zara tee

Zara tee $15.90

Milly Minis dress

Milly Minis dress $195

Ralph Lauren seersucker jacket

Ralph Lauren seersucker jacket $195

Mini Boden dress

Mini Boden dress $64

Marcel et Leon sweater

Marcel et Leon sweater $66

Flowers by Zoe top

Flowers by Zoe top $38

Gap jeans

Gap jeans $29.95

Old Navy top

Old Navy top $17.94

Old Navy sweatshirt

Old Navy sweatshirt $12.94

 

MOMMA WANTS… high waisted jeans

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I love these J Brand high waisted flares. There just something different and they’re a nice alternative to the usual mid rise skinnies.

That’s right, it’s starting to look like it’s all about high waisted jeans ladies.  Some people are even saying there’s a return to, dare I say it, mom jeans!  I, personally, prefer to balance my high waisted jeans with a flare at the bottom to create a more figure flattering look but, believe me, there are plenty of the high waisted tapered numbers going around.  The feel is very retro and I always believe that if you’re wearing something retro that it needs to be tempered with something more modern – or else it tends to look quite costume-y.  There will always be a place for a lower rise denim but for now, at least, we can say good bye to plumbers butt which really does fill me with delight.  Check out some of my favorite high waisted jeans and mix up your tried and trues with a new silhouette.

Victoria Beckham jeans

Victoria Beckham jeans $370

Citizens of Humanity jeans

Citizens of Humanity jeans $218

Paige Denim jeans

Paige Denim jeans $179

Topshop jeans

Topshop jeans $68

J Brand jeans

J Brand jeans $230

Rag & Bone jeans

Rag & Bone jeans $187

Free People jeans

Free People jeans $78

3x1 jeans

3×1 jeans $325

Hudson jeans

Hudson jeans $209

Blank Denim jeans

Blank Denim jeans $78

AG Jeans

AG Jeans $198

7 For All Mankind jeans

7 For All Mankind jeans $113.40

Forever 21 jeans

Forever 21 jeans $24.90

Levi's Vintage Clothing jeans

Levi’s Vintage Clothing jeans $290

J Brand jeans

J Brand jeans $198

Asos jeans

Asos jeans $59

 

MOMMA LOVES… fringe accessories

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A great fringe accessories breathes new life into your look and instant style!

Yesterday I talked about the clothes and now, it’s all about fringe accessories – the extra special bags and shoes your have to have right now!  Again, this trend has been around for a couple of season and shows no sign of going anywhere, and with good reason, it adds a splash of bohemian attitude to your look with effortless style.  Great fringe accessories can transform even your most basic looks – from little black dress to jeans and a t-shirt – throwing on one of these bags or pair of shoes is a complete outfit pick me up.  There’s nothing twee about these pieces – they are incredibly cool and super stylish – exactly what you need to update your look.  Check out some of my favorite fringe accessories and inject some bohemian attitude to your style.

Fringe shoes:

Giuseppe Zanotti sandals

Giuseppe Zanotti sandals $1032

Jerome Dreyfuss sandals

Jerome Dreyfuss sandals $580

Joe's Jeans booties

Joe’s Jeans booties $179

Zara sandals

Zara sandals $99.90

Valentino pumps

Valentino pumps $1195

Stuart Weitzman sandals

Stuart Weitzman sandals $450

Schutz booties

Schutz booties $250

Forever 21 boots

Forever 21 boots $37.90

Christian Louboutin pumps

Christian Louboutin pumps $1295

Saint Laurent booties

Saint Laurent booties $1195

Chloe sandals

Chloe sandals $795

Steve Madden sandals

Steve Madden sandals $129.95

Fabulous fringe bags:

Valentino bag

Valentino bag $2995

Ash bag

Ash bag $695

Rebecca Minkoff bag

Rebecca Minkoff bag $195

Urban Originals bag

Urban Originals bag $90

Gucci bag

Gucci bag $2500

Proenza Schouler bag

Proenza Schouler bag $1795

Milly bag

Milly bag $395

Forever 21 tote

Forever 21 tote $27.90

Saint Laurent bag

Saint Laurent bag $3550

MICHAEL Michael Kors bag

MICHAEL Michael Kors bag $448

Monserat de Luca bag

Monserat de Luca bag $260

Steve Madden bag

Steve Madden bag $65.66