August 2015 - Red Soled Momma

MATERNITY MONDAY… fab maternity fashion

You’re pregnant, excited but not feeling particularly fabulous so it’s time for some great maternity fashion to get you through some of the physical discomfort. Getting dressed may seem like the least of your concerns right now, but looking great really does have an amazing effect on your psyche. Great maternity fashion is all about paying tribute to your plus 1 midsection while feeling comfortable and still like yourself. Look, in a few months you’re going to be bunkered away at home caring for your little one so may as well get out and about now, all while looking fabulous. So check out the latest and greatest maternity fashion out there and style that beautiful bump!

Asos maternity dress $69

Topshop maternity tee $26

Paige maternity jeans $209

Topshop maternity blazer $75

Asos maternity dress $86

Gap top $44.95

Asos maternity pants - maternity fashion

Asos maternity pants $40

Mamalicious maternity cardigan $43

Hatch dress $198

Gap shirt $59.95

Asos maternity skirt $27

Asos maternity dress $51

Seraphine maternity top $65

Asos maternity pants $45

Isabella Oliver dress $161

Asos maternity dress - maternity fashion

Asos maternity dress $69

MOMMA NEEDS… more deconstructed denim

Having kids is messy, loving fashion makes dressing a challenge so deconstructed denim is always a good idea. Oh wait, except if you work in any corporate setting, in which case – save these for the weekend.The perfect deconstructed denim looks effortless, haphazard, hides the wear and tear of having a toddler but still looks super cool with flats or heels. These jeans are the great common denominator – they’re one part easy throw on and go and then one part ready for an ironically sexy night on the town. Gotta love an item of clothing that is so strangely versatile and these jeans have it in spades. So, check out my favorite deconstructed denim and get ready to enjoy a laid back look that you can wear with style and with fear of you know who getting who knows what on them!

R13 jeans $595

Citizens of Humanity jeans $238

Frame Denim jeans $200

Free People jeans $78

Rag & Bone jeans $295

Joe’s Jeans $169

Blank Denim jeans $88

Forever 21 jeans $29.90

Gucci jeans $595

AG Jeans $235

One Teaspoon jeans $149

Asos jeans $62.70

DSquared2 jeans $565

7 For All Mankind jeans $245

Hudson jeans $198

Blank Denim jeans $92

MOMMA LOVES… extraordinary bags

This Alexander McQueen will always be one of my favorite extraordinary bags!

I did my fantasy footwear earlier but now it’s all about the extraordinary bags that truly take accessories out of their preverbal boxes. These are the completely out there, statement pieces that transform your basics into wows style moments. These extraordinary bags hold your favorite lipstick (one of them even comes with lipstick) and all the bits and pieces your need but they are also a great talking point and fashionista favorite. For those Sex and the City fans, one of my favorite Carrie style moments was when Big gave her the the Judith Leiber swan clutch – while seemingly bizarre it was so crazy that it worked in all the right ways. So check out my favorite extraordinary bags and think about what’s missing from your wardrobe – it’s not always obvious…

Tom Ford lipstick clutch $3950

Charlotte Olympia clutch $1195

ONE by Ashlyn’d clutch $375

Aldo clutch $63

Paula Cademartori bag $1845

Lulu Guinness clutch $439

Kate Spade bag $298

Nasty Gal bag $48

Olympia Le Tan clutch $1880

MCM robot bag $1295

Rebecca Minkoff bag $195

Aldo clutch $63

Anya Hindmarsh bag $2550

Alexander McQueen clutch $1525

Kate Spade clutch $398

Nasty Gal clutch $58

MOMMA LOVES… stars (prints not the celebs)

One of my favorite prints around are stars – there whimsical, simple and always cool. Nothing like this great celestial pattern to appeal to us dreamers out there. For kids, stars have long been a favorite print but, make no mistake – they are an equally amazing option for those of us that like to experiment with prints. I think of it as classic enough to rival the stripe but for those of us who are a little more quirky. Classic with a twist, these stars are a fantastic print to pop your favorite jeans, or pencil skirt and can hold their own for just about every occasion. Check out my favorite star prints to transform your look with a little bit of the unexpected.

Saint Laurent dress $12000

Bella Freud sweater $425

Equipment shirt $250

Asos romper $63

Emanuel Ungaro blouse $1195

MSGM dress $455

One Teaspoon jeans $141

Sundry tank top $70

Re:named shirtdress $62

MSGM coat $780

Marcus Lupfer cardigan $395

Rails shirt $138

Sonia Rykiel pants $940

Chinti and Parker cardigan $415

Zadig & Voltaire top $225

Asks dress $63

MATERNITY MONDAY… mom to be style

The key to great mom to be style is sticking with what we aesthetically like within the confines of what is both comfortable and accommodating for the growing bump. There’s really no need to squeeze yourself uncomfortably into your pre-pregnancy sizes because there are so many incredible maternity options for ensure your mom to be style is chic and fabulous. The fact is, you have to get dressed in the morning – this is made that much more difficult during pregnancy, so I’m here to show you how make sure you have the best, but also the most wearable pregnancy fashion out there. So check out my favorite mom to be style of the week and show of that baby pump with style, pride and comfort!

Asos maternity dress $51

Asos maternity top $38

Asos maternity jeans $54

Leota maternity dress $185

Asos maternity top $40

Tart maternity pants $84

Asos maternity dress $72

Topshop maternity sweater $70

Citizens of Humanity maternity jeans $248

Leota maternity dress $167.50

Asos maternity top $33

J Brand maternity jeans $189

Tees by Tina maternity dress $98

Topshop maternity top $45

Asos maternity jeans $54

Asos maternity dress $169

MOMMA’S UNDER $100… fall fashion for less

All the latest and greatest for under $100!!

The seasons are changing and it’s time to start the hunt for fab fall fashion for less. Everything here is under $100 so you can great the hot new autumn style for a fraction of the high end designer price tags. Finding fall fashion for less means hunting for those great aha moments you can’t wait to brag to your friends about. Wait you like my dress? $29 at Forever 21! Then that great look of shock and envy with a splash of – is it still available flashes on their faces. Check out my favorite fall fashion for less and get you autumn groove on in inexpensive high fashion style!

Asos dress $76

Asos bracelet $18.50

Steve Madden sandals $89.95

Nasty Gal clutch $48

Asos cami $33

Blank Denim pants $98

Forever 21 jacket $39.90

Nasty Gal necklace $25

Charles by Charles David pumps $98.95

Forever 21 bag $22.90

Asos sweater $63

Asos pencil skirt $63

Rue Gembon double ring $40

Topshop pumps $85

Asks bag $45

Asos tee $45

Zara pants $49.90

Adia Kibur necklace $70

Asos heels $54

Zara bag $39.90

Forever 21 dress - fall fashion for less

Forever 21 dress $24.90

Rue Gembon ear cuff $56

Asos heels $81

Aldo clutch $63

MOMMA LOVES… little black bags

The perfect little black bag never goes out of style.

Your little black dress (and really everything in your wardrobe) could always use some little black bags to go with your look. I’m a huge fan of using colorful accessories to pop your look, but there is always, ALWAYS room in every wardrobe for the basics. These black bags don’t necessarily need to be little – it’s just the idea of a simple accessory that goes everywhere and never goes out of style. These are the accessories that will, time and time again, be your go-to. These are the little bags that take you from the school run, to the office to date night without ever looking wrong. They are classic accessories that may nod to a particular trend but the neutral color way keeps it from looking dated (and it also helps hide wear and tear). So, check out my favorite little black bags to suit all your wardrobe needs with style and endurance.

Fendi peek a boo bag $3750

Anya Hindmarsh bag $1450

Michael Michael Kors bag $300

Asks bag $99

Stella McCartney bag $2185

Vanessa Seward bag $530

Kate Spade bag $298

Forever 21 bag $19.90

Chloe bag $1850

3.1 Phillip Lim bag $850

Rebecca Minkoff bag $295

Topshop bag $70

Saint Laurent bag $2950

Alexander Wang bag $825

Tory Burch bag $295

Nasty Gal bag $48

MOMMA LOVES… berry shades for a fashionable fall

It’s all about the berry shades for fall – its red, but it’s a neutral… woah.

So, early prediction, berry shades are going to be huge for all. As I look out into the bits of pre-fall starting to make their appearance I’m noticing a large amount of deep red hues taking over. No matter what your skin or hair color there are certain to be perfect berry shades for everyone that may even take over this upcoming soon as the new neutral. Burgundies and maroons make a strong statement in the most expensive, elegant way. These super rich berry shades are a splash of something different – a great pop of color but in an unexpected tone. Red has long been a go-to power color and this fall it’s all about going darker. Check out my favorite berry shades for that perfect colorful neutral that will go the distance for fall.

Alexander McQueen dress $2385

Elizabeth and James dress $395

Bailey 44 dress $183

Somedays Lovin’ dress $86

Chloe sweater $1195

Mugler sweater $695

Frame top $258

Langston top $52

Gucci pants $795

Intermix skirt $525

Haute Hippie pants $395

Asos skirt $45

Iro jacket $1290

Sea sweater coat $495

Club Monaco jacket $269

Forever 21 blazer $32.80

MATERNITY MONDAY… fabulous pregnancy fashion

I know the two don’t seem to go hand in hand, but pregnancy fashion has truly exploded in recent year. Thanks to famous expectant momma’s from Kate Middleton to Kim Kardashian, the world has taken an interest in maternity style. Don’t let pregnancy cramp your style – let it drive you to find creative ways to look like you whilst also taking into account your growing midsection. Achieving great pregnancy fashion means investing in some (not too expensive) maternity clothes that keep you looking like you and comfortable too… Enjoy this relatively brief period of time because it all goes so fast – and rest assured that you don’t have to look like a style train wreck… Check out my favorite maternity clothes of the week for you get that fabulous pregnancy fashion you desire!

Asos maternity dress $51

Asos t-shirt $40

Asos shorts $27

Leota maternity dress $167.50

Asos maternity shirt $36

Topshop skirt $52

Topshop maternity dress $52

Topshop maternity top $48

Topshop maternity jeans $80

New Look maternity dress - pregnancy fashion

New Look maternity dress $38

Asos maternity/nursing top $45

Citizens of Humanity maternity jeans $178

Asos maternity dress $63

Hatch top $178

Citizens of Humanity maternity jeans - pregnancy fashion

Citizens of Humanity maternity jeans $198

Asos maternity dress $58

MOMMA LOVES… leopard print bags and shoes

Welcome to the jungle – leopard prints rule the accessory kingdom!

Popping your outfit with great leopard print bags and shoes is always a good idea. Maybe not at the same time, but these accessories are the perfect addition to any wardrobe. I always say to play up classic outfit with a more wild accessory and leopard print bags and shoes give you exactly this. Think a simple pair of jeans and white t-shirt or little black dress the addition of a little animal print. The look goes immediately from lifeless to spectacular by styling it with great leopard print bags and shoes. I know a lot of people get anxious when it comes to incorporating prints into their look, which is why accessories are the perfect avenue to go – remember, keep the rest of the look simple and then wow them with the great animal patterns. So, check out my favorite leopard print bags and shoes and pop your outfit with some wow factor.