MOMMA LOVES… satchels – not just for back to school!

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The Proenza Schouler satchel – as classic as Dr. Seuss. Get ready for back to school with your own new fab bag!

Its back to school and the season’s hot accessories are satchels satchels everywhere!  Not just for your little ones to carry to school but for us fashionista ladies too!  Proenza Schouler, in my eye, brought these bags to the forefront of fashion with their PS1 (satchel) bags which became an instant “it” bag and has yet to loose it steam season after season.  These satchels are indeed practical but with a downtown cool girl edge that makes them endlessly desirable yet classic.  This messenger style can go over the shoulder or cross body and can even be handheld giving your look and back all the effortless style and comfort you might possibly need.  Check out some of my favorite satchels of the season and while the kids are packing their’s for back to school you can get busy packing your’s with a favorite new lipstick!

Proenza Schouler PS1 bag

Proenza Schouler PS1 bag $1695 (comes in an array of colors from black to brights and everything in between)

Botkier bag

Botkier bag $398

Kate Spade bag

Kate Spade bag $266.66

Asos bag

Asos bag $54.17

Saint Laurent bag

Saint Laurent bag $2150

3.1 Phillip Lim bag

3.1 Phillip Lim bag $895

Cambridge satchel

Cambridge satchel $205

Topshop bag

Topshop bag $72

Chloe bag

Chloe bag $1950

Loeffler Randall bag

Loeffler Randall bag $550

Rebecca Minkoff bag

Rebecca Minkoff bag $275

Forever 21 bag

Forever 21 bag $32.80

Smythson bag

Smythson bag $1550

Zac Zac Posen bag

Zac Zac Posen bag $495

Marc by Marc Jacobs bag

Marc by Marc Jacobs bag $300.16

Asos bag

Asos bag $34.82

Givenchy bag

Givenchy bag $2390

Elizabeth and James bag

Elizabeth and James bag $595

Diane von Furstenberg bag

Diane von Furstenberg bag $425

Cambridge satchel

Cambridge satchel $210

Forever 21 bag - satchels

Forever 21 bag $27.80

MATERNITY MONDAY…. baby bags you will love!

The accessory that all new moms need are baby bags – and you’ll need it for a long time past infancy so you may as well find one you love!  Baby bags hold everything from diapers to bottles, blankets to loves, a change of clothes to toys and SO much more – it is essential buy for all mothers.  Thing about Mary Poppins and here bag of tricks – well, baby bags are your very own version! They not only hold everything you could possibly need for your little one but they can also be a super fabulous accessory you feel proud to be carrying around.  Check out some of my favorite baby bags out there at the moment and get excited about which one you want to do the dirty work with the glamorous look for you!

Roberto Cavalli diaper bag

Roberto Cavalli diaper bag $520

Marc by Marc Jacobs diaper bag

Marc by Marc Jacobs diaper bag $298

Storksak baby bag

Storksak baby bag $150

Baby Essentials diaper bag

Baby Essentials diaper bag $26.99

Jimmy Choo diaper bag

Jimmy Choo diaper bag $1895

Kate Spade diaper bag

Kate Spade diaper bag $398

Le Sportsac diaper bag

Le Sportsac diaper bag $138

JJ Cole diaper bag

JJ Cole diaper bag $79.99

Prada diaper bag

Prada diaper bag $1290

Not Rational diaper bag

Not Rational diaper bag $530

Rebecca Minkoff diaper bag

Rebecca Minkoff diaper bag $295

Diane von Furstenberg for Born Free diaper bag

Diane von Furstenberg for Born Free diaper bag $77.50 (its 50% off)

Roberto Cavalli diaper bag

Roberto Cavalli diaper bag $1449

Burberry diaper bag

Burberry diaper bag $795

Kate Spade diaper bag

Kate Spade diaper bag $298

Tim & Leslie diaper bag - baby bags

Tim & Leslie diaper bag $109.95

Gucci diaper bag

Gucci diaper bag $1350

Not Rational leather diaper bag

Not Rational leather diaper bag $880

Tory Burch diaper bag

Tory Burch diaper bag $350

JJ Cole diaper bag

JJ Cole diaper bag $69.99

 

MOMMA’S UNDER $100… fab style for less!

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It’s that time again – everything fabulous for under $100!

We are inundated with fashion and, more than ever before, it matters – so getting fabulous style for less cash is super in vogue!  Fortunately, with an increase in the demand the less expensive market is brimming with incredible finds!  You CAN have great style for less and less and you don’t have to sacrifice anything!  You can get the celebrity look without breaking the bank and you can get it as easily whether you live in a remote town in the middle of America or a super city like New York.  Fashion today is all about accessibility as much as it is about being chic so getting great style for less isn’t just practical, its smart and its fabulous.  Check out my favorite finds this week so that you can achieve that incredible celeb-worthy style for less!

TFNC dress

TFNC dress $81.26

Rebecca Minkoff cuff

Rebecca Minkoff cuff $78

Topshop sandals

Topshop sandals $95

Natasha Couture clutch

Natasha Couture clutch $58

Love Sadie romper

Love Sadie romper $88

Gorjana necklace

Gorjana necklace $58

Forever 21 booties

Forever 21 booties $29.80

Deux Lux bag

Deux Lux bag $90

Free People top

Free People top $88

Asos pants

Asos pants $67.71

Tai earrings - style for less

Tai earrings $55

Asos shoes

Asos shoes $58.04

Forever 21 bag

Forever 21 bag $19.80

Mango top

Mango top $58.97

Topshop skirt

Topshop skirt $96

Adia Kibur bracelet

Adia Kibur bracelet $25

Asos sandals

Asos sandals $87.06

New Look bag

New Look bag $54.15

Blank Denim jacket

Blank Denim jacket $97

Asos cami

Asos cami $38.69

Free People jeans

Free People jeans $78

Rupal Lariat necklace

Rupal Lariat necklace $25

Topshop boots

Topshop boots $90

Asos bag

Asos bag $54.17

Topshop dress

Topshop dress $85

Adia Kibur earrings

Adia Kibur earrings $34

Asos shoes

Asos shoes $96.74

Nina clutch - style for less

Nina clutch $84

 

MOMMA LOVES… printed accessories add a stylish twist

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Max’s car print Converse sneakers and my new pistol print Miu Miu flats are two of our favorite pairs of shoes for making a stylish statement!

Last week I talked about all the playful pattern mixing out there but there’s another way to pop your look and that’s with some fabulous printed accessories!  Whether you want to pair these bags and shoes with clashing printed clothes or pop a neutral outfit – these accessories are hot hot hot!  Everything from pretty florals to patent pistols – these printed accessories are loud, proud and insanely cool.  I am of the school of keeping a neutral “uniform” – jeans, tees, little black dresses – the things that never go out of style and then turning them fashion with fabulous accessories – and printed accessories are often the key to maximum impact!  Once again, these are the bags and shoes that stop traffic and have men and women taking notice.  Check out some of my favorite printed accessories to add some sugar and/or spice to your look!

First some fabulous printed shoes!

Charlotte Olympia bootie

Charlotte Olympia bootie $1195

Christian Louboutin pumps

Christian Louboutin pumps $625

Tory Burch sandals

Tory Burch sandals $295

Asos sandals

Asos sandals $87.06

Valentino pumps

Valentino pumps $1375

Manolo Blahnik pumps

Manolo Blahnik pumps $825

Kate Spade sandals

Kate Spade sandals $328

Converse hi-tops - printed accessories

Converse hi-tops $65

Dolce & Gabbana pumps

Dolce & Gabbana pumps $845

Moschino pumps

Moschino pumps $650

Miu Miu flats

Miu Miu flats $490 (there are my latest and greatest purchase)

Forever 21 wedges

Forever 21 wedges $29.80

Paul Andrew pumps

Paul Andrew pumps $895

Sophia Webster sandals

Sophia Webster sandals $645

J Crew loafers

J Crew loafers $150

Asos pumps - printed accessories

Asos pumps $48.37

Some fabulous printed bags…

Fendi tote

Fendi tote $1700

Diane von Furstenberg tote

Diane von Furstenberg tote $698

Ted Baker tote

Ted Baker tote $250

Asos shopper

Asos shopper $38.69

Jason Wu bag

Jason Wu bag $2295

Givenchy shopper

Givenchy shopper $1145

B Brian Atwood bag

B Brian Atwood bag $595

Danielle Nicole tote

Danielle Nicole tote $88

Valentino tote

Valentino tote $2495

Stella McCartney bag

Stella McCartney bag $1395

Marni tote

Marni tote $400

Topshop tote

Topshop tote $52

Proenza Schouler bag

Proenza Schouler bag $2650

Emilio Pucci tote

Emilio Pucci tote $550

MICHAEL Michael Kors bag

MICHAEL Michael Kors bag $378

New Look shopper - printed accessories

New Look shopper $38.67

And some printed accessories for our little ones:

Dolce & Gabbana shoes

Dolce & Gabbana shoes $200

Freshly Picked infant moccasins

Freshly Picked infant moccasins $60

Chooze baby booties

Chooze baby booties $24.95

Toms slip ons

Toms slip ons $23.96

Gap infant shoes

Gap infant shoes $19.95

Old Navy shoes

Old Navy shoes $12

Puma sneakers

Puma sneakers $37.95

See Kai Run sneakers

See Kai Run sneakers $38.95

Vans sneakers

Vans sneakers $34.95

Vans sneakers

Vans sneakers $31.95

Dr. Martens boots

Dr. Martens boots $49.95

Elements by Nina sneakers

Elements by Nina sneakers $34.95

Converse sneakers

Converse sneakers $29.99

Converse sneakers

Converse sneakers $24.97

Old Navy boots

Old Navy boots $22.94

Xolo sneakers

Xolo sneakers $19.99

MOMMA’S UNDER $100… fabulous looks for less $$

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Everything under $100 that will make you look like a million!

The fashion industry today is bigger than ever which means that we can some incredible looks for less money!  People care more and more about fashion, regardless of their lifestyle or economic circumstances and this high demand has naturally meant more and more product that doesn’t cost a fortune!  Getting great looks for less means that we get to have that high end style we covet at reasonable prices.  Looking fabulous doesn’t mean breaking the bank – it simply means finding those great deals to achieve to look you want.  My under $100 is all about bringing you those high fashion looks for less so that you can feel like a million without breaking the bank.  Check out some of my favorite style savings this week that won’t want to miss!

Topshop dress

Topshop dress $64

New Look necklace

New Look necklace $38.67

Forever 21 sandals

Forever 21 sandals $32.80

Nasty Gal bag

Nasty Gal bag $65

Forever 21 top

Forever 21 top $22.90

Asos midi skirt

Asos midi skirt $87.06

Jules Smith cuff

Jules Smith cuff $55

Topshop sandals

Topshop sandals $75

New Look clutch

New Look clutch $30.94

Nasty Gal blouse

Nasty Gal blouse $48

Blank jeans

Blank jeans $75

Serefina necklace

Serefina necklace $70

Forever 21 boots

Forever 21 boots $27.80

Urban Originals tote

Urban Originals tote $89

Forever 21 blazer

Forever 21 blazer $37.80

Feel the Peace tank

Feel the Peace tank $90

Warehouse pants

Warehouse pants $67.71

Nasty Gal rings (set of 5)

Nasty Gal rings (set of 5) $18

River Island sandals

River Island sandals $96.74

Topshop bag

Topshop bag $80

Love dress

Love dress $65.78

Rockin' Rose double cuff

Rockin’ Rose double cuff $46.43

Steve Madden sandals

Steve Madden sandals $79.95

Deux Lux clutch

Deux Lux clutch $75

Free People overalls

Free People overalls $98

Madewell tee

Madewell tee $25

Rue Gembon ear cuff

Rue Gembon ear cuff $50

Vans slip ons

Vans slip ons $50

Asos bag - looks for less

Asos bag $77.39

MOMMA LOVES… 50 shades of gray accessories

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Gray accessories are the perfect neutral to take you from season to season with elegant ease!

There is a new neutral in town and its sure to transition you season to season – gray accessories are the perfect accompaniment to every look.   Gray accessories are brilliant because they can’t be defined by a season – they work just as perfectly with summer’s whites and brights as they do with winter’s darker hues.  They’re safer than white because they hide wear and tear but give more texture and dimension than classic black.  I have been a long time fan of gray accessories – they are timeless, classic and incredibly chic!  Whether you prefer warmer tones or cooler shades – there’s a hue for you – plus its on everyone’s radar for the fall season!  Check out some of my favorite gray accessories that will be perfect finishing touches for your looks now and later!

First some fabulous bags!

Fendi shopper

Fendi shopper $2550

B Brian Atwood tote

B Brian Atwood tote $495

Rebecca Minkoff bag

Rebecca Minkoff bag $295

New Look bag

New Look bag $34.80

Givenchy bag

Givenchy bag $2390

Michael Kors bag

Michael Kors bag $895

Kate Spade bag

Kate Spade bag $398

Forever 21 bag

Forever 21 bag $24.80

Saint Laurent satchel

Saint Laurent satchel $2390

Elizabeth and James bag

Elizabeth and James bag $485

MICHAEL Michael Kors bag

MICHAEL Michael Kors bag $278

Zara bag - gray accessories

Zara bag $35.90

Of course some incredible gray shoes…

Gianvito Rossi sandals

Gianvito Rossi sandals $1100

B Brian Atwood sandals

B Brian Atwood sandals $395

MICHAEL Michael Kors bootie

MICHAEL Michael Kors bootie $197.50

Topshop sandals

Topshop sandals $95

Fendi pumps

Fendi pumps $750

Rag & Bone ankle boots

Rag & Bone ankle boots $525

Sam Edelman sandals

Sam Edelman sandals $149.50

Steve Madden pumps

Steve Madden pumps $79.95

Prada bootie

Prada bootie $950

Chloe flats

Chloe flats $495

Joie sandals

Joie sandals $285

Asos chelsea boots - gray accessories

Asos chelsea boots $58.04

And of course some gray accessories (shoes) for our little ones:

Converse sneakers

Converse sneakers $36.95

Vans sneakers

Vans sneakers $29.95

C9 by Champion sneakers

C9 by Champion sneakers $19.99

Old Navy sneakers

Old Navy sneakers $16

Mini Melissa shoes

Mini Melissa shoes $49.95

Toms shoes

Toms shoes $36

Old Navy high tops

Old Navy high tops $20

Circo sneakers

Circo sneakers $16.99

Jumping Jacks sneakers

Jumping Jacks sneakers $48.95

Adidas sneakers

Adidas sneakers $49.95

Gap infant toddler boots

Gap infant toddler boots $24.95

New Balance infant sneaker

New Balance infant sneaker $29.95

Ministar infant crib shoes

Ministar infant crib shoes $14.99

Just One You by Carter's baby booties

Just One You by Carter’s baby booties $7.99

 

MOMMA’S UNDER $100… style savings that sacrifice nothing

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First step is finding that extra bit of spending money…. second is figuring out where to spend it – that’s where I come in!

Spending less and looking fabulous makes you feel great so style savings aren’t just convenient they’re exciting!  My under $100 picks will not only save you money but also the time of shifting through racks and racks to discover those fashion finds.  Looking chic and feeling savvy is exactly what my style savings will get you!  Life is expensive but your outfits don’t have to be and shopping on a budget doesn’t have to mean sacrificing the style your desire.  Check out my top style savings picks this week to keep your look fresh, fabulous and on budget!

BB Dakota dress

BB Dakota dress $90

Rue Gembon earrings

Rue Gembon earrings $55

Circus by Sam Edelman boots

Circus by Sam Edelman boots $99.95

Forever 21 bag

Forever 21 bag $24.80

Topshop top

Topshop top $68

Asos wide leg pants

Asos wide leg pants $85.74

Asos cuff

Asos cuff $22.86

Topshop sandals

Topshop sandals $75

Zara bag

Zara bag $79.90

Cooper & Ella cami

Cooper & Ella cami $78

Topshop blazer

Topshop blazer $90

Topshop skirt - style savings

Topshop skirt $52

Adia Kibur necklace

Adia Kibur necklace $90

Sam Edelman pumps

Sam Edelman pumps $89

New Look bag

New Look bag $24.75

Forever 21 blouse

Forever 21 blouse $19.80

Blank jeans

Blank jeans $88

Rebecca Minkoff double ring

Rebecca Minkoff double ring $78

Yosi Samra ballet flats

Yosi Samra ballet flats $69.95

Asos bag

Asos bag $53.35

Topshop dress

Topshop dress $84

Asos belt

Asos belt $57.16

Kenneth Jay Lane cuff

Kenneth Jay Lane cuff $79.10

Asos heels

Asos heels $76.22

New Look clutch

New Look clutch $24.75

LNA tee

LNA tee $62

Forever 21 joggers

Forever 21 joggers $15.80

Bruna double layered necklace

Bruna double layered necklace $22

Topshop sandals

Topshop sandals $45

Asos bag - style savings

Asos bag $76.22

MOMMA LOVES… hobo bags

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The hobo bag is perfect for giving you that cool relaxed look even when you’re carrying around everyone else’s stuff!

Behind every great woman is a great bag and every woman needs a great hobo bag in her arsenal.  Hobo bags are generally crescent shaped and without structure allowing you to throw in everything you might need but still appear relaxed and refined.  Because they have a soft slouchy appearance they naturally give off a bohemian feel and add instant style whilst carrying out the all important function of, well, carrying all your stuff!  Hobo bags are timeless and can vary greatly in fabrication – from leather to vegan leather life, from fringed to beaded and everything in between which ensures that, no matter what your style, there is an option for you.  Bags are the great unifier – it doesn’t matter what your size, age or coloring is – they are a woman’s secret weapon – allowing us to be prepared for any situation.  Hobo bags are the perfect blend of form and function – you can lug around all your bits without looking weighed down.  Check out some of my favorite hobo bags that you’ll certainly want on your arm!

Miu Miu bag

Miu Miu bag $1950

B-Low the belt bag

B-Low the belt bag $399

Antik Batik bag

Antik Batik bag $180

Asos bag

Asos bag $76.22

Marc Jacobs bag

Marc Jacobs bag $1695

Diane von Furstenberg bag

Diane von Furstenberg bag $495

Rebecca Minkoff bag

Rebecca Minkoff bag $346.50

Sole Society bag

Sole Society bag $59.95

The Row bag

The Row bag $2400

Tory Burch bag

Tory Burch bag $450

 

Halston Heritage bag

Halston Heritage bag $270

Zara bag

Zara bag $99.90

River Island bag

River Island bag $66.69

Gucci bag

Gucci bag $1490

Reed Krakoff bag - hobo bags

Reed Krakoff bag $596

Marc Jacobs bag

Marc Jacobs bag $458

Free People bag

Free People bag $88

Valentino bag

Valentino bag $2995

MICHAEL Michael Kors bag

MICHAEL Michael Kors bag $248

Ecote Bettina bag

Ecote Bettina bag $109

Urban Originals bag - hobo bags

Urban Originals bag $100

 

MOMMA’S UNDER $100… style on budget and on trend

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Well, if you don’t want it Max… there’s plenty great things out there for under $100!

My bi-monthly under $100 is all about getting great style on budget that keeps you looking great without breaking the bank.  Life is expensive and, for those of us with kids, our wants go way on the back burner in favor of our little one’s needs (and wants), so finding the clothes and accessories we covet without having to pay the big price tags is major.  Fabulous style on budget means we get to tick our fashion itch guilt-free!  Saving money is always in style and I know I get great pride when someone compliments me on something I’m wearing and I let them in on my little secret – its under $100…  Finding stunning style on budget that can look as amazing as it’s high end inspiration is a sport for me and it brings me great pleasure to bring you my latest and greatest looks for less!

Asos dress

Asos dress $53.35

Rue Gembon earrings

Rue Gembon earrings $55

Asos heels

Asos heels $85.74

Zara bag

Zara bag $79.90

Topshop cami

Topshop cami $44

Topshop skirt

Topshop skirt $64

Asos cuff

Asos cuff $22.86

Topshop sandal

Topshop sandal $75

French Connection clutch

French Connection clutch $68

Free People tee

Free People tee $68

Forever 21 jeans

Forever 21 jeans $17.80

Forever 21 blazer

Forever 21 blazer $24.80

Topshop necklace - style on budget

Topshop necklace$60

Shoe Cult sandal

Shoe Cult sandal $68

Marc B Cressida large envelope clutch

Marc B Cressida large envelope clutch $85.74

Warehouse top

Warehouse top $72.41

Warehouse pants

Warehouse pants $80.03

J Crew cuff

J Crew cuff $58

Zara shoes

Zara shoes $99.90

Forever 21 bag

Forever 21 bag $24.80

Asos jumpsuit

Asos jumpsuit $95.27

Adia Kibur necklace

Adia Kibur necklace $75

Asos shoes

Asos shoes $80.03

Forever 21 bag

Forever 21 bag $24.80

Forever 21 dress

Forever 21 dress $24.80

Nailed It bracelet

Nailed It bracelet $18

Forever 21 booties

Forever 21 booties $32.80

River Island bag - style on budget

River Island bag $85.74

MOMMA WANTS… the Fendi peekaboo monster bag (again)

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The Fendi peekaboo monster bag – the “it” bag for a modern woman (with deep pockets and a sense of humor!)

There has been nothing on my site that has been searched for more than the Fendi peekaboo monster bag – of course it was sold out in seconds at every retailer, so when I saw that it is once again available I had to do a post!  The Fendi Peekaboo monster is ladylike from first look, but open it up and its got an extra surprise setting it apart from all the rest – those crazy monster eyes!!  This bag is crazy expensive – $5300 for the Fendi peekaboo monster version and $3950 for the non monster style – but it is undoubtedly an “it” bag.  Check out this crazy bag – your kids will even get a kick out of it – it defines classic with a twist and is certain to sell out!

The Fendi monster bag $5300

The Fendi peekaboo monster bag $5300 (lady like at first glance)

Fendi monster bag

Fendi peekaboo monster bag $5300 (but it’s more than meets the eye!)