MOMMA LOVES… camisoles – the perfect summer sleeveless!

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Camisoles in summer time are part of the seasonal uniform.

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And he looks pretty cute in his tank top too…

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Get ready to bare your arms with some fabulous camis!

Camisoles are not just for layering anymore – they are, in fact, the ideal summer top!  Camisoles are essentially sleeveless, lightweight blouses – they can be more lingerie like but there are so many more variations to keep you cool and feminine in the warm weather.  Of course, this post must come with the caveat that the slinkier sexier camisoles should be layered for the office – if it looks like underwear – that’s wear it belongs in a professional setting.  That said, camisoles can look amazing paired with anything from distressed denim to maxi skirts to a sexy mini for evening.  When the weather gets hot – who wants to wear sleeves – camis give you that refined feminine alternative to basic tanks.  That said, sleeveless tanks/tops are great for our little ones during these hot hot months as well!!  Check out some of my favorite camisoles for summer – and get ready to free your arms dear!

First some camisoles for us:

Diane von Furstenberg top

Diane von Furstenberg top $345

Amanda Uprichard cami

Amanda Uprichard cami $128

Free People cami

Free People cami $68

Alice + Olivia cami

Alice + Olivia cami $396

Tibi cami

Tibi cami $160

Topshop cami

Topshop cami $52

Elizabeth and James top

Elizabeth and James top $255

Graham and Spencer top

Graham and Spencer top $139

Asos cami - camisoles

Asos cami $38.11

3.1 Phillip Lim cami

3.1 Phillip Lim cami $425

Rory Beca cami

Rory Beca cami $152

Forever 21 cami

Forever 21 cami $24.90

Ramy Brook cami

Ramy Brook cami $285

Haute Hippie cami

Haute Hippie cami $185

Nasty Gal cami

Nasty Gal cami $58

Parker cami

Parker cami $253

Joie cami

Joie cami $158

Asos cami - camisoles

Asos cami $41.92

Some camisoles/sleeveless options for our little ladies:

Peek top

Peek top $42

Ralph Lauren top

Ralph Lauren top $20.74

Old Navy top

Old Navy top $14.94

J Crew top

J Crew top $38

Mini Boden top

Mini Boden top $20.10

Burts Bees Baby set of 3 camisoles

Burts Bees Baby set of 3 camisoles $8.99

Gucci top

Gucci infant top $65.62

Gap infant top

Gap infant top $20

Ralph Lauren infant top

Ralph Lauren infant top $16.52

Roxy top

Roxy top $29.50

Tucker + Tate top

Tucker + Tate top $21.44

OshKosh B'gosh top

OshKosh B’gosh top $15.40

and a few tank options for our little guys (sorry – no camisoles for them)

Eleven Paris tank

Eleven Paris tank $35

Quicksilver tank

Quicksilver tank $24

Gap tank

Gap tank $6.99

Volcom tank

Volcom tank $25

Tucker + Tate tank

Tucker + Tate tank $16

Burts Bees Baby pack of 3 tanks

Burts Bees Baby pack of 3 tanks $12.95

Tucker + Tate infant bodysuit

Tucker + Tate infant bodysuit $22

Little Marc Jacobs infant tank

Little Marc Jacobs infant tank $21.75

Zara tank

Zara tank $5.99

J Crew tank

J Crew tank $26.50

 

Old Navy tank

Old Navy tank $8.94

Hanes tank tops (5 pack)

Hanes tank tops (5 pack) $8

MOMMA LOVES… summer sweatshirts

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My splendid summer sweatshirt is perfect for running around the garden with my Max.

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And by run around… apparently I get to watch while he gets behind the wheel!

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They grow up so fast…

Yes, it’s hot and the natural inclination is to go for a tee or tank but lets not forget the always fabulous summer sweatshirts.  I know it sounds crazy but remember – these sweats are not the old frumpy oversized college tops of yore… Summer sweatshirts are lighter and believe it or not – sexy!  Its that soft and comfy material you crave but its shrunken, off the shoulder, cropped, short sleeve and many takes on the old classic.  Summer sweatshirts give you the relaxed look of the season but with a twist and with so many variations that there is a style you’ll love and not want to take off all season long!  Check out some of my favorite summer sweatshirts and choose your new favorite look!

Rebecca Taylor sweatshirt

Rebecca Taylor sweatshirt $225

Clu sweatshirt

Clu sweatshirt $187

Ohne Titel sweatshirt

Ohne Titel sweatshirt $169

Free People sweatshirt

Free People sweatshirt $78

New Look sweatshirt

New Look sweatshirt $28.56

SWETC sweatshirt

SWETC sweatshirt $225

Current/Elliott sweatshirt

Current/Elliott sweatshirt $178

Monrow sweatshirt

Monrow sweatshirt $132

Twenty leather band cutout sweatshirt

Twenty leather band cutout sweatshirt $99

Solow muscle sweatshirt

Solow muscle sweatshirt $55

Stella McCartney sweatshirt

Stella McCartney sweatshirt $995

Pam + Gela open back sweatshirt

Pam + Gela open back sweatshirt $188

Ella Moss sweatshirt

Ella Moss sweatshirt $138

Loup sweatshirt

Loup sweatshirt $125

Hard Tail sweatshirt

Hard Tail sweatshirt $88

Iro sweatshirt

Iro sweatshirt $129

Wildfox sweatshirt

Wildfox sweatshirt $128

Splendid sweatshirt

Splendid sweatshirt $98

Lanstson sweatshirt - summer sweatshirts

Lanstson sweatshirt $88

Nasty Gal sweatshirt

Nasty Gal sweatshirt $52

And some summer sweatshirts for our little ones:

Peek sweatshirt

Peek sweatshirt $32.16

Mini Boden sweatshirt

Mini Boden sweatshirt $38

Flowers by Zoe sweatshirt

Flowers by Zoe sweatshirt $28.35

Splendid sweatshirt

Splendid sweatshirt $46

Old Navy sweatshirt

Old Navy sweatshirt $13.99

Gap sweatshirt

Gap sweatshirt $26.95

Ralph Lauren sweatshirt

Ralph Lauren sweatshirt $48.75

Tucker + Tate sweatshirt

Tucker + Tate sweatshirt $26

J Crew sweatshirt

J Crew sweatshirt $59.50

J Crew sweatshirt

J Crew sweatshirt $42.99

Cherokee sweatshirt

Cherokee sweatshirt $12

Cherokee sweatshirt

Cherokee sweatshirt $12

Peek sweatshirt

Peek sweatshirt $48

Sovereign Code sweatshirt

Sovereign Code sweatshirt $32

 

MOMMA NEEDS… denim shorts for us & our little ones!

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Summertime means popsicles, the outdoors and relaxation – denim shorts are my weekend uniform… and Max looks pretty adorable in them too!

Summer months mean its too hot for our tried and true blue jeans – so denim shorts are the way to go for running errands to poolside barbecues.  Whether your prefer classic, colored, distressed, cut offs or cuffed – denim shorts are the easy breezy styling option to go with your favorite tanks and tees.  Nothing says relaxed summer attire like a great pair of denim shorts – certainly not office appropriate but entirely weekend worthy!  When Saturday comes around they are the first thing I throw on in he morning – incredibly cute with flat sandals, an ankle boot and even a wedge these denim shorts are the perfect alternative to jeans for both us and our little ones during the hot hot months ahead!

First for us:

Paige shorts

Paige shorts $149

J Brand shorts

J Brand shorts $110.60

Asos shorts

Asos shorts $47.64

Siwy shorts

Siwy shorts $143

Joe's Jeans denim shorts

Joe’s Jeans denim shorts $98

Topshop shorts

Topshop shorts $44

Rag & Bone/JEAN shorts

Rag & Bone/JEAN shorts $165

7 For All Mankind shorts

7 For All Mankind shorts $138

Asos denim shorts

Asos denim shorts $47.64

Hudson shorts

Hudson shorts $128

Free People shorts

Free People shorts $128

Forever 21 shorts

Forever 21 shorts $17.80

J Brand shorts

J Brand shorts $165

Paige shorts

Paige shorts $119.20

Asos shorts

Asos shorts $47.64

Forever 21 shorts

Forever 21 shorts $15.90

Denim shorts for our little ladies:

Hudson shorts

Hudson shorts $39

Joe's shorts

Joe’s shorts $20.47

Mini Boden shorts

Mini Boden shorts $18.76

Peek shorts

Peek shorts $45

Gap shorts

Gap shorts $24.95

DKNY shorts

DKNY shorts $16.50

Roxy shorts

Roxy shorts $38

Ralph Lauren shorts

Ralph Lauren shorts $21.99

Old Navy shorts

Old Navy shorts $12.94

7 For All Mankind shorts

7 For All Mankind shorts $49

Hudson shorts

Hudson shorts $39

Oshkosh B'gosh shorts

Oshkosh B’gosh shorts $18

And a few denim shorts options for our little guys:

Ralph Lauren shorts

Ralph Lauren shorts $48.99

Gap shorts

Gap shorts $26.95

OshKosh B'gosh shorts

OshKosh B’gosh shorts $12

Ralph Lauren shorts

Ralph Lauren shorts $31.50

Gap shorts

Gap shorts $26.95

Old Navy shorts

Old Navy shorts $12.94

Zara shorts

Zara shorts $35.90

Tucker + Tate shorts

Tucker + Tate shorts $29.50

Burts Bees Baby shorts

Burts Bees Baby shorts $19.95

MOMMA LOVES… skorts – party in the front business in the back!

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I have to say – I do love my new Zara skorts – they tick all my boxes – ready for a summer party in the front

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But all business (or at least ready for a run around with my little guy) in the back!

I have done my posts on mini skirts and shorts so now comes one of my favorite new trends – skorts which are everywhere right now!  Skorts give you the pretty polish of a skirt with the sensible wearabiity of shorts, basically its a fashion win win!  Great for when you want to look more pulled together but with more flexibility.  I love my skorts because they are so versatile – I can literally go from chasing my son around the garden to brunch with girlfriends and even a night out.  I remember wearing them during my childhood because it gives that girly appearance while still allowing me to climb the jungle gym and keep up with the boys on my bike and now I can have that the best of both worlds with summer’s hot new bottoms.  Check out some of my favorite skorts for both us and those little ladies to tick all your style and practical boxes!

First skorts for us:

Nanette Lepore

Nanette Lepore skorts $248

Style Stalker

Style Stalker $150

New Look

New Look skorts $34.28

Michael Kors skort

Michael Kors skort $402.75

Clover Canyon

Clover Canyon skort $220

Three Dots

Three Dots skort $150

Topshop

Topshop skort $68

Nanette Lepore bottoms

Nanette Lepore skort $248

BCBG

BCBG skort $118.80

Asos

Asos skorts $60.97

Zara

Zara skorts $49.90

Isabel Marant bottoms

Isabel Marant skort $615

L'Agence skort

L’Agence skort $139

Topshop bottoms

Topshop skort $72

New Look bottoms

New Look skirt $34.28

And a few options for our little ladies:

Mini Boden bottoms

Mini Boden bottoms $30

Hartstrings bottoms

Hartstrings skort $21

Zara skort

Zara skort $16.90

Design History

Design History skorts $13.98

Zara bottoms

Zara skort $29.90

Ralph Lauren bottoms

Ralph Lauren skort $20.65

Old Navy bottoms

Old Navy skort $6.99

Joah Love skort and top set

Joah Love skort and top set $105

Roxy skort

Roxy skort $38

Sonoma life and style scooter

Sonoma life and style scooter $15

MOMMA LOVES… the little white dress

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The little white dress – perfect for all your summer events and non events… Although, perhaps the cocktail dresses aren’t the most appropriate for wedding guests or cleaning the bbq.

The little black dress’s seasonal sister, the little white dress is always one of my favorite looks.  Pristine and pretty, the little white dress always looks fresh and fabulous in the summer.  As I have stated before, unless you are the bride (or have been requested by the bride) the one hard and fast fashion rule never to be broken is not to wear white to weddings, but otherwise you’re good to go!  Nothing feels and looks better than a little white dress for running around town, a summer cocktail party or a relaxed poolside bbq.  For the precious little ladies out there – white is a perfectly serene look (and actually a lot easier to clean than you might think – whether you feel comfortable using bleach, oxy clean or just using the sun’s natural bleaching powers to get the stains out and make whites their whitest).  Check out one of my summer time must haves: the little white dress – the perfect go-to look for all your summer time events (again, weddings excluded).

First the little white fess for us:

Alice + Olivia dress

Alice + Olivia dress $440

Club Monaco dress

Club Monaco dress $229

Line & Dot dress

Line & Dot dress $121

Asos dress

Asos dress $41.92

Diane von Furstenberg dress

Diane von Furstenberg dress $445

Bailey 44 dress

Bailey 44 dress $240

Free People dress

Free People dress $168

Forever 21 dress

Forever 21 dress $29.80

Victoria Beckham dress

Victoria Beckham dress $2350

Zimmerman dress

Zimmerman dress $360

Rebecca Minkoff dress

Rebecca Minkoff dress $298

Topshop dress

Topshop dress $52

Nicholas dress

Nicholas dress $650

Rebecca Taylor dress

Rebecca Taylor dress $350

Parker dress

Parker dress $286

Sundry dress

Sundry dress $132

Asos dress

Asos dress $53.35

Herve Leger little white dress

Herve Leger dress $1014

Dolce Vita dress

Dolce Vita dress $275

Asos Premium dress

Asos Premium dress $114.32

Topshop dress

Topshop dress $76

for our littlest ones:

Ralph Lauren dress and bloomers

Ralph Lauren dress and bloomers $75

Tucker + Tate dress and bloomers

Tucker + Tate dress and bloomers $32

First Impressions dress

First Impressions dress $24.25

Luli & Me dress

Luli & Me dress $56

DKNY dress

DKNY dress $36.40

Cherokee dress

Cherokee dress $18

Kissy Kissy dress and bloomers

Kissy Kissy dress and bloomers $98

J Crew dress

J Crew dress $59.50

Ralph Lauren dress and bloomers

Ralph Lauren dress and bloomers $35

Chaps dress

Chaps dress $17

And some white dresses for our slightly bigger mini-me’s:

Lili Gaufrette dress

Lili Gaufrette dress $77

Ralph Lauren dress

Ralph Lauren dress $48.65

Pippa and julie dress

Pippa and julie dress $25.98

Stella McCartney Kids dress

Stella McCartney Kids dress $86.80

Laura Ashley dress

Laura Ashley dress $42

Burts Bees Baby dress

Burts Bees Baby dress $18.95

Milly Minis dress

Milly Minis dress $131

Hartstrings dress

Hartstrings dress $49

Gap little white dress

Gap little white dress $34.95

Cater's dress

Cater’s dress $21.99

MOMMA LOVES… mini skirts

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Max and I having a water duck vs water elephant battle – gotta love mini skirts for some relaxed summer fun.

They’ve been a love affair of mine since I was a little girl – mini skirts.  Ever since I can remember I’ve gravitated towards them, perhaps because I’m tall (I’m 5’9″ now but was 5’8″ by the time I was 12) so that any skirt I put on ended up being pretty mini.  I am notoriously not a rule breaker – never missed class or got in trouble – but I sure did get some dress code infractions due to my adoration for the micro mini.  Still, to this day I have a large selection of mini skirts in my wardrobe – they may not be as short as they once were but I’ve always loved the mod vibe that they give off.  Mini skirts can be great for winter paired with thick tights and perfect for a sexy yet relaxed summer look.  The key to wearing them is to balance them with something more voluminous on top to keep the overall look chic and elegant.  Whether worn with flat sandals for day or a cool chunky helm wedge of (for an ultra sexy look) sky high heels for evening mini skirts allow you to show of those legs – or however much leg you feel comfortable showing. Check out some of my favorite mini skirts that I just can’t get enough of!

Helmut Lang skirt

Helmut Lang skirt $425

ALC skirt

ALC skirt $295

Bec and Bridge skirt

Bec and Bridge skirt $165

min skirts

Asos skirt $38.11

10 Crosby Derek Lam skirt

10 Crosby Derek Lam skirt $395

Parker skirt

Parker skirt $330

Needle and Thread mini skirt

Needle and Thread mini skirt $175

Asos skirt

Asos skirt $41.92

Elizabeth and James skirt

Elizabeth and James skirt $265

BCBG skirt

BCBG skirt $158

Splendid skirt

Splendid skirt $98

Forever 21 mini skirt

Forever 21 mini skirt $15.80

Rag and Bone skirt

Rag and Bone skirt $395

Rebecca Minkoff skirt

Rebecca Minkoff skirt $228

Club Monaco skirt

Club Monaco skirt $139.50

Asos skirt

Asos skirt $66.69

Thakoon skirt

Thakoon skirt $390

Helmut Lang skirt

Helmut Lang skirt $159

Maje leather mini skirt

Maje leather mini skirt $136

Joa skirt

Joa skirt $58

And some mini skirts for our little ones (since all skirts are mini on them!)

Mini Boden skirt

Mini Boden skirt $54

Gap skirt

Gap skirt $26.95

Peek skirt

Peek skirt $38

Milly Minis skirt

Milly Minis skirt $77.98

J Crew skirt

J Crew skirt $55

Little Giraffe skirt

Little Giraffe skirt $26

Billie Blush skirt

Billie Blush skirt $89

Ralph Lauren skirt

Ralph Lauren skirt $29.50

Gap skirt

Gap skirt $15

Peek skirt

Peek skirt $28.98

Cherokee skirt

Cherokee skirt $14

Lili Gaufrette skirt

Lili Gaufrette skirt $66

 

 

MOMMA NEEDS… chic shorts for the warm weather

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Chic shorts for the summer months are a must have – they’re nice enough for an evening out in heels or a playdate in flats… oh and comfortable too!

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I love my Alice + Olivia shorts and Max is a big fan of his Zara… perfect for every occasion.

If summer means swimsuits and the great outdoors, it also means its time for some new chic shorts!   Chic shorts give you a casual feel with the flexibility of looking more pulled together and polished.  Jeans are great, but too hot for the summer, skirts of fabulous but not always so easy for chasing your little ones around, so great shorts that look super elegant, yet give you the flexibility and lightness you need are a wardrobe must.  The great thing about shorts is they’re actually really versatile – perhaps not office appropriate, but very easy to dress up with some heels and a great blouse for evening or down with some sandals and a casual tee. Wearability and versatility is so key when building your wardrobe – making sure the items your buy can, not only, get plenty of wear but also that you can love and feel great and stylish in.  Its time to let your legs breath and time to check out some incredibly chic shorts that you (and your little ones) will be living in all summer!

First for us:

Diane von Furstenberg shorts

Diane von Furstenberg shorts $285

Alive + Olivia shorts

Alive + Olivia shorts $187

Club Monaco shorts

Club Monaco shorts $89.50

Asos shorts

Asos shorts $22.86

Vince shorts

Vince shorts $245

Theory shorts

Theory shorts $195

Free People culottes

Free People culottes $78

Forever 21 chino shorts

Forever 21 chino shorts $13.80

Milly shorts

Milly shorts $225

Alice + Olivia shorts

Alice + Olivia shorts $154

Club Monaco shorts

Club Monaco shorts $98.50

Asos shorts

Asos shorts $38.11

ALC bermuda shorts

ALC bermuda shorts $365

Joie shorts

Joie shorts $198

J Crew shorts

J Crew shorts $85

Topshop shorts

Topshop shorts $64

Rebecca Taylor shorts

Rebecca Taylor shorts $250

Nanette Lepore shorts

Nanette Lepore shorts $198

Ella Moss shorts

Ella Moss shorts $118

Endless Rose shorts

Endless Rose shorts $54

And some chic shorts for our littlest ones:

Chloe chambray bubble shorts

Chloe chambray bubble shorts $78.40

Paul Smith Jr. shorts

Paul Smith Jr. shorts $63.70

Ralph Lauren shorts

Ralph Lauren shorts $25

Andy & Evan shorts

Andy & Evan shorts $23.10

Old Navy shorts

Old Navy shorts $8

Old Navy shorts

Old Navy shorts $10.99

Tartine et Chocolate shorts

Tartine et Chocolate shorts $58

Bitz Kids shorts

Bitz Kids shorts $27

Peek shorts

Peek shorts $18

Peek shorts

Peek shorts $24

Gap shorts

Gap shorts $14.95

First Impressions shorts

First Impressions shorts $15.99

And for our slightly bigger ones:

Ralph Lauren shorts

Ralph Lauren shorts $45

Ralph Lauren shorts

Ralph Lauren shorts $55

Flowers by Zoe shorts

Flowers by Zoe shorts $26

Peek shorts

Peek shorts $29.50

Gap shorts

Gap shorts $19.95

Gap shorts

Gap shorts $29.95

J Crew shorts

J Crew shorts $49.50

J Crew shorts

J Crew shorts $49.50

Mini Boden shorts

Mini Boden shorts $30

Mini Boden shorts

Mini Boden shorts $34

Old Navy shorts

Old Navy shorts $9

Old Navy shorts

Old Navy shorts $16

 

MOMMA LOVES… summer dresses

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sweet, pretty and always in style!

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Whether printed, bright, mini or midi these dresses are perfect for the warm weather.

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One last shot to celebrate summer, friendship and femininity, oh… and butterflies!

 I am constantly on the hunt of perfect summer dresses.  Just the ultimate easy frock to throw on for an impromptu bbq, pool party or casual outing with my little guy.  Summer dresses are pretty, colorful, light and easy to wear.  Perfect with sandals (flat for day and high for evening) and for every occasion.  Its these amazing summer dresses that see us through the season stylishly and comfortably.  Whether they’re in a retro 60′s print, a mod shift mini cut, bohemian and flawy or simple and clean there are certain to be incredible summer dresses to suit your taste through out the warm months and for years to come.  Not only are they super simple to style but they’re incredibly easy for our little ones to wear too (well the little ladies anyway) and are always adorable and perfectly pretty.  Check out some of my favorite summer dresses that you will happily wear until winter comes (and then perhaps style with tights, boots and some chunky knits).

First some summer dresses for us:

Diane von Furstenberg dress

Diane von Furstenberg dress $445

Joie dress

Joie dress $298

Dolce Vita dress

Dolce Vita dress $121

Asos dress

Asos dress $53.35

Parker dress

Parker dress $264

Splendid dress

Splendid dress $138

Free People dress

Free People dress $98

Forever 21 dress

Forever 21 dress $24.80

Milly dress

Milly dress $450

Rebecca Taylor dress

Rebecca Taylor dress $325

Rory Beca dress

Rory Beca dress $220

Amanda Uprichard dress

Amanda Uprichard dress $180

Zara dress

Zara dress $59.90

Alice + Olivia dress

Alice + Olivia dress $350

Mara Hoffman dress

Mara Hoffman dress $264

Tbags Los Angeles dress

Tbags Los Angeles dress $180

Asos dress

Asos dress $57.16

L'Agence dress

L’Agence dress $498

Alice & Olivia dress

Alice & Olivia dress $220

Michael Michael Kors dress

Michael Michael Kors dress $140

Topshop dress

Topshop dress $52

Isabel Marant dress

Isabel Marant dress $845

Black Halo dress

Black Halo dress $435

Susana Monaco dress

Susana Monaco dress $218

For Love and Lemons dress

For Love and Lemons dress $194

Free People dress

Free People dress $88

And some great summer dresses for our littlest ones:

Catimini dress

Catimini dress $53.20

Mini Boden dress

Mini Boden dress $40

Old Navy dress

Old Navy dress $16.94

Baby CZ dress and bloomers set

Baby CZ dress and bloomers set $86.80

Tucker + Tate dress and bloomers set

Tucker + Tate dress and bloomers set $38

Peek dress

Peek dress $28.14

Ralph Lauren dress and bloomers set

Ralph Lauren dress and bloomers set $175

Florence Eiseman dress and tutu set

Florence Eiseman dress and tutu set $57.40

Gap dress

Gap dress $36.95

Tea Collection sundress

Tea Collection sundress $35

Little Me dress and bloomers

Little Me dress and bloomers $18.76

Carter's Sundress

Carter’s Sundress $14.40

Sweet Heart Rose dress and bloomers

Sweet Heart Rose dress and bloomers $36

DKNY dress

DKNY dress $30.80

Rare Editions sundress

Rare Editions sundress $22.80

And for our slightly bigger mini-me’s:

Ralph Lauren dress

Ralph Lauren dress $59.50

Mini Boden dress

Mini Boden dress $48

Gap dress

Gap dress $29.95

Flowers by Zoe dress

Flowers by Zoe dress $56

Egg baby dress

Egg baby dress $39.20

Old Navy dress

Old Navy dress $12

Isabel Garreton dress

Isabel Garreton dress $64.40

Tucker + Tate dress

Tucker + Tate dress $32

Genuine Kids from OshKosh dress

Genuine Kids from OshKosh dress $15

Lem Lem dress

Lem Lem dress $130

Peek dress

Peek dress $48

Carter's dress

Carter’s dress $16.80

Splendid sundress

Splendid sundress $46

Ralph Lauren dress

Ralph Lauren dress $39.50

Genuine Kids from OshKosh dress

Genuine Kids from OshKosh dress $15

MOMMA NEEDS… swimwear cover ups (and pronto)

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Max and I enjoying some pool time – he loves his Gap rash guard and I love my Missoni cover up!

A couple of days ago I posted some fabulous bathing suits and now its time for some great swimwear cover ups to go with them!  Not all of us are ready to just straight into our bikinis, so these gorgeous swimwear cover ups allow us to do just that, until its time to take a dip.  Whether you’re still working on those last few pounds of baby (or winter) weight or just need time to ease into all the exposure that comes with summer time great swimwear coverups are just what you need to give you the extra, well, coverage you desire.  They allow you to feel comfortable and fashionably appropriate for pool parties, going to the beach or even just a walk on the boardwalk.   While this these cover ups are like a security blanket for us they are also adorable and even practical for our little ones who also my need that extra layer in the sun…  Check out some of my favorite swimwear cover ups that will have you luxuriating (or chasing your little ones) poolside with pride!

First some fabulous swimwear cover ups for us:

Miguelina romper

Miguelina romper $290

Tory Burch crochet shorts

Tory Burch crochet shorts $150

swimwear cover ups

Asos crochet fringe cover up $47.64

Missoni poncho

Missoni poncho $396

Mara Hoffman cover up

Mara Hoffman cover up $260

Forever 21 cover up

Forever 21 cover up $15.80

Stella McCartney sarong

Stella McCartney sarong $400

6 Shore Road cover up

6 Shore Road cover up $165

Asos kimono

Asos kimono $49.54

Thayer cover up

Thayer cover up $242

Eberjey cover up

Eberjey cover up $130

Topshop beach shirt

Topshop beach shirt $56

Camilla kaftan

Camilla kaftan $630

Vix kaftan

Vix kaftan $155

Echo cover up

Echo cover up $48

Melissa Odabash beach dress

Melissa Odabash beach dress $253

L*Space jumpsuit

L*Space jumpsuit $148

Bop Basics dress

Bop Basics dress $59

Josa Tulum cover up

Josa Tulum cover up $240

Ondademar cover up

Ondademar cover up $188

River Island cover up

River Island cover up $57.16

And for some swimwear cover ups for our littlest ones:

Mini Boden cover up

Mini Boden cover up $34

Rugged Bear cover up

Rugged Bear cover up $12

Kissy Kissy cover up

Kissy Kissy cover up $38

Ralph Lauren cover up

Ralph Lauren cover up $20.74

Gap dress

Gap dress $34.95

Old Navy cover up

Old Navy cover up $14.94

Love u Lots cover up

Love u Lots cover up $34

Carter's rashguard and swim shorts set

Carter’s rashguard and swim shorts set $22.99

Juicy couture romper

Juicy couture romper $33

Tucker + Tate rashguard

Tucker + Tate rashguard $24

Carter's rash guard and shorts

Carter’s rash guard and shorts $22.99

Old Navy rashguard

Old Navy rash guard $14

Tucker + Tate rashguard

Tucker + Tate rashguard $22.50

Gap rashguard

Gap rash guard $11.97

Little Me rashguard

Little Me rash guard $25

Baby Bunz shorts and cover up set

Baby Bunz shorts and cover up set $12

And for our slightly bigger little ones:

Milly Minis cover up

Milly Minis cover up $91

Love u Lots cover up

Love u Lots cover up $32

Old Navy terry romper

Old Navy terry romper $10

Kate Mack cover up

Kate Mack cover up $45.50

Circo cover up

Circo cover up $12.60

Little Marc Jacobs cover up

Little Marc Jacobs cover up $56

Pink Platinum cover up

Pink Platinum cover up $20.99

Pily Q tunic

Pily Q tunic $47.60

Ralph Lauren cover up

Ralph Lauren cover up $18.56

Old Navy dress

Old Navy dress $8

Hatley rashguard

Hatley rashguard $30.80

Osh Kosh rashguard and shorts

Osh Kosh rashguard and shorts $22.99

Gap rashguard hoodie

Gap rash guard hoodie $24.95

Old Navy rashguard

Old Navy rash guard $8

Ralph Lauren rashguard

Ralph Lauren rashguard $29.62

Circo rashguard and short set

Circo rashguard and short set $16.99

MOMMA NEEDS… swimwear for summer!

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This could be my bravest moment… swimwear season people…

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I love the Clover Canyon suits because I can properly swim and chase my little man around without being concerned about any wardrobe malfunctions and they’re super cute too!

I must confess I simultaneously look forward to and dread this time of year because of one word, swimwear.  Yup, I once again have not made it to the gym in the past year and my lily white skin makes casper jealous, but my little guy loves the water and playing outside and swimming so its time to break out the swimwear.  I actually love my Clover Canyon suits because they’re cute and stylish, not too swimwear-y and best of all, I can chase my son around comfortable and without worrying about potential wardrobe malfunctions.  That said, everyone has their preferred style of swimwear to suit there needs and to accentuate whichever assets they feel most comfortable with…  Remember, don’t be afraid of going for more modest swimwear style if that’s how your feel most comfortable – incredible one pieces are always in vogue, give you extra coverage and have a glamorous retro feel!  As for our little ones, well, we can not worry about body issues and just focus on the cutest swimwear imaginable!!  So, just in time for summer (and the great thing is online shopping means avoiding those dreaded changing room mirror and lighting) check out my favorite swimwear (and remember – so many of these suits can be mixed and matched with varying tops and bottoms)  for us and our little ones so that we can get out and enjoy the sunshine!

First some swimwear for us:

Mara Hoffman bikini

Mara Hoffman bikini $230

Forever 21 monokini

Forever 21 monokini $24.80

L*Space bikini top

L*Space bikini top $73

L*Space bikini bottom

L*Space bikini bottom $59

Karla Coletto swimsuit

Karla Coletto swimsuit $276

Zimmerman bikini top

Zimmerman bikini top $75

Zimmerman bikini bottom

Zimmerman bikini bottom $65

swimwear

Asos swimsuit $41.92

Clover Canyon bikini top

Clover Canyon bikini top $95

Clover Canyon bottoms

Clover Canyon bottoms $84

J Crew swimsuit

J Crew swimsuit $88

Zinke reversible bikini top

Zinke reversible bikini top $60

Zinke reversible bikini bottoms

Zinke reversible bikini bottoms $58

L*Space swimsuit

L*Space swimsuit $132

Norma Kamali bikini top

Norma Kamali bikini top $175

Norma Kamali bikini bottoms

Norma Kamali bikini bottoms $175

Shoshanna swimsuit

Shoshanna swimsuit $165

Blue Life bikini top

Blue Life bikini top $88

Blue Life bikini bottoms

Blue Life bikini bottoms $58

Asos swimsuit

Asos swimsuit $53.35

Mara Hoffman bikini

Mara Hoffman bikini $195

Victoria's Secret swimsuit

Victoria’s Secret swimsuit $98.50

L*Space bikini top

L*Space bikini top $61

L*Space bikini bottom

L*Space bikini bottom $92

Seafolly swimsuit

Seafolly swimsuit $200.07

Splendid bikini top

Splendid bikini top $74

Splendid bikini bottoms

Splendid bikini bottoms $66

Asos swimsuit

Asos swimsuit $60.97

Forever 21 bikini top

Forever 21 bikini top $14.80

Forever 21 bottoms

Forever 21 bottoms $12.80

6 Shore Road swimsuit

6 Shore Road swimsuit $138

Vitamin A bikini top

Vitamin A bikini top $98

Vitamin A bikini bottoms

Vitamin A bikini bottoms $92

swimwear

Mara Hoffman swimsuit $245

swimwear

Lolli bikini top $118.13 and bottoms $104.80

Lisa Maree swimsuit

Lisa Maree swimsuit $175

Kushcush bikini top and bottoms

Kushcush bikini top $75 and bottoms $71

Swimwear for our littlest ones:

Florence Eiseman swimsuit

Florence Eiseman swimsuit $82

Mini Boden swimsuit

Mini Boden swimsuit $24

Juicy Couture swimsuit

Juicy Couture swimsuit $58

Old Navy swimsuit

Old Navy swimsuit $10

Love U Lots swimsuit

Love U Lots swimsuit $34

Circo infant to toddler swimsuit

Circo infant to toddler swimsuit $12

Tucker + Tate swimsuit and hat

Tucker + Tate swimsuit and hat $26

Carter's swimsuit

Carter’s swimsuit $18.99

Gap swimsuit

Gap swimsuit $19.95

Ralph Lauren swimsuit

Ralph Lauren swimsuit $45

Katie Mack swimsuit

Katie Mack swimsuit $54

Hartstings bikini

Hartstings bikini $38

Vilbrequin swim trunks

Vilbrequin swim trunks $135

Tucker + Tate trunks

Tucker + Tate trunks $24.50

Gap swim trunks

Gap swim trunks $19.95

I Play swim diaper

I Play swim diaper $9.99

Little Marc Jacobs top and trunks set

Little Marc Jacobs top and trunks set $105

Ralph Lauren trunks

Ralph Lauren trunks $31.50

Mini Boden trunks

Mini Boden trunks $2

Little Me trunks

Little Me trunks $15

J Crew trunks

J Crew trunks $38

Carter's trun and rash guard set

Carter’s trun and rash guard set $22.99

Quiksilver trunks

Quiksilver trunks $32

Gap swim trunks

Gap swim trunks $19.95

And some adorable swimwear for our slightly bigger little ones:

Little Marc Jacobs bikini

Little Marc Jacobs bikini $85

Rugged Bear bikini

Rugged Bear bikini $32

Gap swimsuit

Gap swimsuit $19.95

Kate Mack swimsuit

Kate Mack swimsuit $68

Hula Star bikini

Hula Star bikini $28

Circo swimsuit

Circo swimsuit $12

L*Space swimsuit

L*Space swimsuit $80

Hatley bikini

Hatley bikini $44

Old Navy bikini

Old Navy bikini $12

Milly Minis swimsuit

Milly Minis swimsuit $82

Carter's swimsuit

Carter’s swimsuit $34

Old Navy swimsuit

Old Navy swimsuit $16.94

Liza Lozano bikini

Liza Lozano bikini $56

Love U Lots swimsuit

Love U Lots swimsuit $36

Circo bikini

Circo bikini $12

Ralph Lauren swim trunks

Ralph Lauren swim trunks $55

Wes & Willy swim trunks

Wes & Willy swim trunks $36

Gap swim trunks

Gap swim trunks $19.95

Retromarine swim trunks

Retromarine swim trunks $74

Hatley swim trunks

Hatley swim trunks $44

Circo swim trunks

Circo swim trunks $9

Little Marc Jacobs swim trunks

Little Marc Jacobs swim trunks $70

J Crew board shorts

J Crew board shorts $42.50

Old Navy shorts

Old Navy shorts $12.94

Appaman swim shorts

Appaman swim shorts $42

Tucker + Tate swim shorts

Tucker + Tate swim shorts $23.50

Jumping Beans swim shorts

Jumping Beans swim shorts $13.20