MOMMA LOVES… tie dyed clothes for a modern boho look

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Spring has sprung and the rose garden is in bloom – time to break out some color and some boho inspired style.

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Whether tonal or contrasting colors tie dye brings a pop of freshness and light to your look…

Spring is here and summer is just around the corner which means its time to put a bit of vibrance back into your wardrobe and a great way to do this is with some beautiful tie dyed clothes.  Music festival time is upon us, and while I have no desire to go out into the desert to check out cool music and use port potties in the baking sun – I do love some of the boho chic fashion…  Some of you may be thinking that sounds a bit 80′s/early 90′s but the trend is a little bit ombre a little bit tie dye and far more boho than hippie.  There’s a freshness to these tie dyed clothes that gives a very relaxed yet stylish look that allows you to just throw it on and you are effortlessly chic.  Whether its a maxi dress or slouchy tee a wash of color into your look gives it just the pop of spring time you need.  Always pretty, tie dyed clothes will always give you that vacation feel which is still wearable for your every day life.  Check out some of my favorite tie dyed clothes to get your excited for spring time, sandals and sunshine!

Love Shack Fancy maxi dress

Love Shack Fancy maxi dress $465

Proenza Schouler top

Proenza Schouler top $280

Tiare Hawaii maxi dress

Tiare Hawaii maxi dress $105

Day Dreamer top

Day Dreamer top $70

Alice + Olivia skirt

Alice + Olivia skirt $440

Vince sweater

Vince sweater $343

Love Sam maxi dress

Love Sam maxi dress $187

Young Fabulous & Broke dress

Young Fabulous & Broke dress $123

Forever 21 maxi skirt

Forever 21 maxi skirt $22.80

Raquel Allegra dress

Raquel Allegra dress $380

Vix maxi dress

Vix maxi dress $198

Monrow top

Monrow top $132

tie dyed clothes

Asos mini dress $47.04

The Kooples blouse

The Kooples blouse $255

Love Sam pants

Love Sam pants $106

Daniel Buchler maxi dress

Daniel Buchler maxi dress $78

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Asos maxi skirt $56.44

Young Fabuous & Broke maxi dress

Young Fabuous & Broke maxi dress $233

T Bags Los Angeles dress

T Bags Los Angeles dress $180

Textiles Elizabeth and James sweatshirt

Textiles Elizabeth and James sweatshirt $145

Forever 21 top

Forever 21 top $19.80

Love Shack Fancy mini dress

Love Shack Fancy mini dress $395

Shae sweater

Shae sweater $165

Friend of Mine skirt

Friend of Mine skirt $110

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Asos maxi dress $103.48

Cast of Vices tee

Cast of Vices tee $77

And because its so darn cute – a few options for our little ladies:

Imoga dress

Imoga dress $64

Peek tee

Peek tee $38

Tucker + Tate cardigan

Tucker + Tate cardigan $24.12

Children's Place shortall

Children’s Place shortfall $19.95

Mignone dress

Mignone dress $46

Joe's Jeans jeggings

Joe’s Jeans jeggings $51.20

Chidren's Place skirt

Chidren’s Place skirt $16.95

Juicy Couture cardigan

Juicy Couture cardigan $44

Chaser tee

Chaser tee $26

Hello Kitty pants

Hello Kitty pants $14

Scotch R'Belle dress

Scotch R’Belle dress $130

Aqua shorts

Aqua shorts $38

MOMMA KNOWS… April showers means rain coats and boots

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Rain rain…

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go away…

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don’t come back…

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eh, who am I kidding we live in LA!

Its been a frigid winter for much of the country – but Spring is upon us and as the weather warms up snow will be rain (at least for a little while) and its time for rain coats and boots!  I’m talking waterproof trench coats and wells to keep us and our little ones dry but not being afraid to dance in the rain.  There is nothing my little ones loves more than jumping  in puddles… which is sad considering we live in LA and it’s rained twice in the last year…  But he seeks out a little divot in the driveway where water collects from the sprinkler and he goes for it every day.  So, for all those ladies that are getting ready for April showers (on a bright note – they do bring May flowers!) I wanted to share some super chic rain coats and boots that actually make me long for the days we were living in London (and rain coats and boots were part of my daily uniform).  So, if you’re going to get wet, you may as well look great!  And for the little ones – rain coats and boots are not only adorable but can also protect there lovely clothes from getting drenched and ensure they can splash in as many puddles without fear of catching cold.  Check out some of my favorite rain coats and boots to get you through April and whenever a little rain may come.

First rain coats for us:

 

Burberry London trench coat

Burberry London trench coat $1395

Sea trench coat

Sea trench coat $640

rain coats and boots

Asos Premium mac $141.14

Forever 21 rain coat

Forever 21 rain coat $29.80

Veronica Beard trench coat

Veronica Beard trench coat $895

RED Valentino rain coat

RED Valentino rain coat $695

Hunter rain coat

Hunter rain coat $195

Forever 21 transparent rain coat

Forever 21 transparent rain coat $27.80

Moncler trench coat

Moncler trench coat $1120

Mackage coat

Mackage coat $390

Via Spiga trench coat

Via Spiga trench coat $238

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Asos mac $112.91

Sophie Hulme trench coat

Sophie Hulme trench coat $865

Mackage coat

Mackage coat $595

Via Spiga anorak

Via Spiga anorak $238

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Asos sleeveless trench $103.50

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Asos rain coat $84.69

rain boots for us:

Hunter wellington boots

Hunter wellington boots $195

Karl Lagerfeld biker rain boots

Karl Lagerfeld biker rain boots $460

Target rain boots

Target rain boots $29.99

Hunter boots

Hunter boots $140

Marc by Marc Jacobs rain boots

Marc by Marc Jacobs rain boots $218

Ted Baker rain boots

Ted Baker rain boots $150

Tory Burch rain boots

Tory Burch rain boots $195

Sloosh Italy rain boots

Sloosh Italy rain boots $190

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Ted Baker rain boots $122.32

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Asos wellies $33.87

Hunter brit rain boots

Hunter brit rain boots $195

Chooka rain boots

Chooka rain boots $60

Bootsi Tootsi rain boots

Bootsi Tootsi rain boots $44.99

Burberry rain boots

Burberry rain boots $395

Chooka rain boots

Chooka rain boots $60

Rain coats for our littlest ones:

London Fog baby trench coat

London Fog baby trench coat $32.99

The North Face baby rain jacket

The North Face baby rain jacket $45

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Gap rain mac $31.99

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Gap parka $29.95

Carter's raincoat

Carter’s raincoat $29.99

Marimekko raincoat

Marimekko raincoat $68

And raincoats and boots for our slightly bigger little ones.

Hatley rain coat

Hatley rain coat $51.95

Hatley boys rain coat

Hatley boys rain coat $41.25

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Gap trench coat $58

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Gap parka $44.95

The North Face rain jacket

The North Face rain jacket $50

Western Chief 'fireman' raincoat

Western Chief ‘fireman’ raincoat $39.95

Ralph Lauren trench coat

Ralph Lauren trench coat $150

Just One You by Carter's raincoat

Just One You by Carter’s raincoat $16.99

Raindrops raincoat

Raindrops raincoat $16.99

Circo raincoat

Circo raincoat $18.99

Ralph Lauren rain boots

Ralph Lauren rain boots $55

Hatley dino rain boots

Hatley dino rain boots $30

Burberry kids rain boots

Burberry kids rain boots $150

Hunter wellies (color options)

Hunter wellies (color options) $75

Western Chief rain boots

Western Chief rain boots $25.99

Western Chief 'fireman' rain boots

Western Chief ‘fireman’ rain boots $29.95

Disney Princess rain boots

Disney Princess rain boots $24.99

Western Chief spiderman rain boots

Western Chief spiderman rain boots $29.95

Hatley rain boots

Hatley rain boots $30

Kamik rainboots

Kamik rainboots $34.95

Leopard print rain boots

Leopard print rain boots $28

Ronin camo rain boots

Ronin camo rain boots $19.99

MOMMA LOVES… ruffles for women and their mini-me’s

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Ruffles for me… ruffles for him…

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Sorry, I couldn’t resist the obvious “Ruffles” reference picture… Always chic and feminine for the ladies and yummy too!

Believe it or not – I love ruffles.  I am not a girly girl dresser – you will most certainly see me in jeans about 50 times more than you will see me in a dress, but a little flourish I can’t resist.  Ruffles often insinuate sweetness – which they can be (and there is nothing wrong with that – especially with little girl clothes) – but in actual fact there is so much more to ruffles.  They can be modern, architectural, bohemian, ironic and, of course, feminine.  A ruffled mini with a distressed tee and some great ankle boots or a pair of skinny jeans with a ruffled top give that perfect effortlessly elegant look.  I describe my personal style as classic with a twist – sugar and spice – and a great piece with some well placed ruffles can be the perfect item to give your look that extra something it needs.  Its a fun, flirty look that can be dressed up for all those summer time weddings we have to look forward to or dressed down for a casual afternoon at the park….  For our little ones, nothing could be cuter than ruffles – dresses bloomers, skirts (tutus!) and tops all look that much daintier with a little flourish (plus easter is coming up -ruffles are perfect for your little lady).  Check out some of my favorite ruffles for us and the little ladies (sorry Max – not much of this for little boys – makes me wish you had a sister though)!

First for us:

Philosophy dress

Philosophy dress $995

Isabel Marant skirt

Isabel Marant skirt $685

Elizabeth and James blouse

Elizabeth and James blouse $285

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Asos dress $52.69

Milly dress

Milly dress $425

Myne blouse

Myne blouse $163

Clu top

Clu top $77

Forever 21 ruffled skirt

Forever 21 ruffled skirt $14.80

Diane von Furstenberg dress

Diane von Furstenberg dress $565

Chalk blouse

Chalk blouse $216

Free People jacket

Free People jacket $168

ruffles

Asos top $52.69

Rebecca Taylor dress

Rebecca Taylor dress $495

Love Shack Fancy skirt

Love Shack Fancy skirt ($165 – $365 depending on print)

ruffles

Asos jumpsuit $94.10

Rachel Pally top

Rachel Pally top $65 – $99 (depending on color)

Altuzarra skirt

Altuzarra skirt $695

Elizabeth and James dress

Elizabeth and James dress $395

LA Made dress

LA Made dress $136

Wish top

Wish top $89.95

Givenchy skirt

Givenchy skirt $1175

Isabel Marant top

Isabel Marant top $800

Elizabeth and James skirt

Elizabeth and James skirt $265

Free People blouse

Free People blouse $49.95

And ruffles for our littlest (infant) ladies:

Biscotti dress

Biscotti dress $70

Egg by Susan Lazar romper

Egg by Susan Lazar romper $44

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Gap one piece $18

Peek skirt

Peek skirt $38

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Old Navy tank and bloomer set $16.94

Mini Classix top and leggings set

Mini Classix top and leggings set $50

Ralph Lauren onesie

Ralph Lauren one piece $24.37

Kate Quinn Organics bodysuit

Kate Quinn Organics bodysuit $46

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Gap bubble shorts $12

Armani Jr dress and bloomers set

Armani Jr dress and bloomers set $195

Popatu dress

Popatu dress $34

Biscotti eyelet dress

Biscotti eyelet dress $68

Ralph Lauren playsuit

Ralph Lauren playsuit $29.50

Little Me bodysuit and headband

Little Me bodysuit and headband $26

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Gap one piece $15

Jonah Love dress

Jonah Love dress $52

And for our bigger little ladies:

Peek dress

Peek dress $58

Biscotti ruffle dress

Biscotti ruffle dress $98

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Gap dress $25.99

Tucker + Tate tunic

Tucker + Tate tunic $34

Mini Boden tutu

Mini Boden tutu $54

Cater's 3 piece set

Cater’s 3 piece set $18.99

Pippa & Julie dress

Pippa & Julie dress $42

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Old Navy romper $14.94

Chloe dress

Chloe dress $191

Ralph Lauren skirt

Ralph Lauren skirt $18.37

Splendid dress

Splendid dress $58

Penelope Mack dress

Penelope Mack dress $16.99

Joan Calabrese dress

Joan Calabrese dress $160

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Gap dress $39.95

Ralph Lauren dress

Ralph Lauren dress $37.99

Design History dress

Design History dress $37.50

Mini Boden dress

Mini Boden dress $48

MOMMA LOVES… neon clothes for us and our little ones!

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Max and I having some fun with bubbles…

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I’m wearing a highlighter pink Splendid tank and Max is wearing neon yellow Nununu pants – bring on spring time!

I love neon clothes.  This may sound crazy from someone who’s daily uniform usually consists of black, white and grey – but I am a HUGE fan of a pop of unexpected brights.  Not just some smattering of a bland color – but a committed, eye catching highlighter hue.  Neon clothes just capture my attention and they’re so bright they actually shine a bit of light into our lives and can put a smile on my face.  Whenever I’m wearing a fluorescent piece I always get compliments – its something different, unexpected and fun.  It could just be something as subtle as a hot pink tee paired with a blazer and jeans or something a bit more adventurous (but not too serious) like a chartreuse fit and flare dress… Neon clothes give your skin a warm glow and adds a bit more color into the world – added bonus you and your little ones have it that much easier keeping an eye on each other at the playgrounds!  Check out some of my top neon clothes picks to get you out of your drab winter wardrobe rut!

First some great neon clothes for us:

McQ leather jacket

McQ leather jacket $1180

Carven dress

Carven dress $890

Milly top

Milly top $250

neon clothes

Asos dress $65.87

Forever 21 sweater

Forever 21 sweater $15.99

Moschino Cheap and Chic dress

Moschino Cheap and Chic dress $995

Band of Outsiders pants

Band of Outsiders pants $375

ALice + Olivia dress

Alice + Olivia dress $192.50

Dolce Vita top

Dolce Vita top $88

J Crew tee

J Crew tee $30

Pyrenex gilet

Pyrenex gilet $790

Kenzo skirt

Kenzo skirt $505

Amanda Uprichard blouse

Amanda Uprichard blouse $193

neon clothes

Asos dress $103.50

Sundry sweatpants

Sundry sweatpants $94

Mary Katrantzou dress

Mary Katrantzou dress $2480

M Patmos top

M Patmos top $450

J Brand shorts

J Brand shorts $158

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River Island top $56.46

M Missoni dress

M Missoni dress $695

DKNY bomber jacket

DKNY bomber jacket $445

J Crew cashmere cardigan

J Crew cashmere cardigan $188

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Lipsy maxi skirt $103.50

Giambattista Valli top

Giambattista Valli top $570

Equipment dress

Equipment dress $228

Susana Monaco dress

Susana Monaco dress $165

Stylestalker sweater

Stylestalker sweater $159

neon clothes

Asos skorts $45.17

Neon clothes for our littlest ones:

Splendid playsuit

Splendid playsuit $42

Tucker + Tate swimshorts

Tucker + Tate swimshorts $24.50

Egg baby romper

Egg baby romper $46

Ralph Lauren shortall

Ralph Lauren shortall $27.50

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Old Navy jacket $22.94

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Old Navy bodysuit $8.94

Peek tee

Peek tee $38

Offspring shortall and hat

Offspring shortall and hat $26

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Gap bubble shorts $14.95

neon clothes

Gap pants $14.95

Kids Headquarters 3 pc set

Kids Headquarters 3 pc set $21.99

Bitz kids tee

Bitz kids tee $40

Carter's jacket

Carter’s jacket $23.80

Nununu playsuit

Nununu playsuit $56

First Impressions dress

First Impressions dress $32.99

Andy & Evan pants

Andy & Evan pants $40

Little Marc Jacobs tee

Little Marc Jacobs tee $49

Jumping Beans polo bodysuit

Jumping Beans polo bodysuit $5.99

And neon clothes for our slightly bigger ones:

Nununu dress

Nununu dress $56

Under Armour hoodie

Under Armour hoodie $23.99

J Crew top

J Crew top $59.95

Ralph Lauren polo

Ralph Lauren polo $39.50

Hello Kitty tutu

Hello Kitty tutu $16

Quicksilver boardshorts

Quicksilver board shorts $32

neon clothes

Gap dress $49.95

J Crew cashmere sweatshirt

J Crew cashmere sweatshirt $138

MIlly Minis dress

MIlly Minis dress $180

Wes & Willy tee

Wes & Willy tee $26

Halabaloo dress

Halabaloo dress $88

Nununu pants

Nununu pants $56

Billieblush jacket

Billieblush jacket $79

Epic Threads top

Epic Threads top $8.99

J Crew shorts

J Crew shorts $49.50

Peek pants

Peek pants $49.50

Ralph Lauren dress

Ralph Lauren dress $34.99

Carter's tee

Carter’s tee $7.20

MOMMA LOVES… the sporty trend for us and them!

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Me doing my best soccer mom impression – how does Max feel about it though?

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Max rocking his baseball tee and sweatpants and me in my 3.1 Phillip Lim tee, Helmut Lang bra, Zara sweatpants and YSL pumps… Sporty chic for max and me!

So, a few days ago I did a post on perforated clothes and accessories which is really part of a much larger trend – the sporty trend.  Athletic inspired clothing was everywhere on the runway and the great thing about this look is that it allows us to be stylish while also being super comfortable and able to chase our little ones.  The sporty trend isn’t necessarily literal – I’m not saying to throw on you gym clothes and voila!  Its all about the overall look and feel of  an item  - a sexy slouchy track pant, a baseball tee, a bomber jacket, or even just something with a more athletic fabric, detail or silhouette.  The key is to still look feminine but bringing in a relaxed athletic element.  Mixing a sporty trend piece with a slouchy silk sweatpants with some great heels and a blazer can take you from the office to a dinner on the town, yet its comfortable and casual enough to pair with a simple tee and sneakers for an activity with your little one.  For our kids this look is ideal because its, cute, comfortable and allows them to do all the climbing, running, jumping and various other mischief they get into on a daily basis.  Check out some of my favorite pieces to help you accomplish the sporty trend stylishly and comfortably!

First the sporty trend for us:

Iro bomber jacket

Iro bomber jacket $760

Current/Elliott sweatpants

Current/Elliott sweatpants $138

Helmut Lang asymmetrical bra

Helmut Lang asymmetrical bra $90

Forever 21 sweater

Forever 21 sweater $22.80

Neil Barrett sweatshirt

Neil Barrett sweatshirt $695

Bless'ed are the Meek dress

Bless’ed are the Meek dress $220

Theyskens Theory top

Theyskens Theory top $145

MICHAEL Michael Kors cargo pants

MICHAEL Michael Kors cargo pants $99.50

Helmut Lang knit sweatshirt

Helmut Lang knit sweatshirt $320

BCBG jumpsuit

BCBG jumpsuit $298

Splendid pants

Splendid pants $118

Vince Camuto dress

Vince Camuto dress $111.30

Forever 21 bomber

Forever 21 bomber $32.80

Rag & Bone romper

Rag & Bone romper $450

Diane von Furstebberg silk baseball top

Diane von Furstebberg silk baseball top $245

Zoe Karssen sweatshirt

Zoe Karssen sweatshirt $125

Forever 21 skirt

Forever 21 skirt $17.80

Iro boucle/mesh jacket

Iro boucle/mesh jacket $450

Marcus Lupfer trackpants

Marcus Lupfer trackpants $305

Helmut Lang skirt

Helmut Lang skirt $195

J Crew baseball top

J Crew baseball top $70

Ohne Titel skirt

Ohne Titel skirt $435

ATM silk trackpants

ATM silk trackpants $258

Theory dress

Theory dress $160

Splendid sweatshirt

Splendid sweatshirt $98

and for our littlest ones:

Peek short sleeve jacket

Peek short sleeve jacket $42

Ralph Lauren rugby shirt and short set

Ralph Lauren rugby shirt and short set $45

Puma hoodie and pants set

Puma hoodie and pants set $24

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Gap rugby tee $16.95

Peek shorts

Peek shorts $28

Sara Kety bodysuit

Sara Kety bodysuit $20

Chloe romper

Chloe romper $110

MIni Boden pants

MIni Boden pants $18

Carter's hoodie cardigan set

Carter’s hoodie cardigan set $16.99

Peek raglan tee

Peek raglan tee $34

Under Armour skirt and bodysuit set

Under Armour skirt and bodysuit set $22.10

Ralph Lauren hoodie and sweatpants set

Ralph Lauren hoodie and sweatpants set $55

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Old Navy pants $9.94

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Gap shorts $14.95

Ralph Lauren polo dress

Ralph Lauren polo dress $32.50

Ruggedbutts diaper cover

Ruggedbutts diaper cover $34.99

Peek tee

Peek tee $38

First Impressions romper

First Impressions romper $9.99

Armani tennis dress

Armani tennis dress $175

Puma 3pc set

Puma 3pc set $29.99

and for our toddlers…

DKNY terry dress

DKNY terry dress $56

Peek hoodie

Peek hoodie $49.50

Mini Boden skorts

Mini Boden skorts $30

Mini Boden rugby shirt

Mini Boden rugby shirt $48

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Gap raglan tee $19.95

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Gap sweatshirt $26.95

DKNY dress

DKNY dress $28.20

Armani Junior track pants and sweatpants set

Armani Junior track pants and sweatpants set $190

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Old Navy hoodie $14

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Old Navy tee $5

Peek dolphin shorts

Peek dolphin shorts $34

Adidas jacket and pants set

Adidas jacket and pants set $38.40

Miken clothing tee
Miken clothing tee $24
Ralph Lauren sweatpants

Ralph Lauren sweatpants $35

Egg Baby dress

Egg Baby dress $50

Puma jacket

Puma jacket $46

J Crew sweater

J Crew sweater $59.50

Circo shorts

Circo shorts $4.25

Juicy Couture jumpsuit

Juicy Couture jumpsuit $98

Diesel reversible jacket

Diesel reversible jacket $139

MOMMA LOVES… black and white clothes – always chic, easy and on trend

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Max and I are in our black and white – classic, playful, chic and always in style!

Black and white clothes (as in both together in on piece) have been enormously popular on the runway, red carpet and in every store imaginable.  They work because the look is crisp, elegant, timeless and so easy to wear.  Black and white clothes can be worn as easily in the winter as they can be in summer, which is key this time of year when you’re desperate to transition into spring but practical enough to know that whatever you buy still needs to work with your tired winter wardrobe.  Black and white will always be classic, never go out of style and, generally, matches everything – making these pieces always wearable, the fact that they are super on trend is the added bonus.  Whether you’re more into a lady like chic, casual sporty or prefer a bit of an edge, black and white clothes can tick all your boxes.  You can keep your look simple yet neat by wearing a black and white piece with black and/or white or throw in a pop of color – the look is SO easy to wear, no matter what your lifestyle needs and will always looks great!  Beyond the fact that they are the perfect additions for every closet they are also perfect for our little ones because black and white clothes are super simple, yet cute and pulled together (which is essential when you don’t have the time or energy in the morning).  Check out some great black and white clothes that can get you and your little ones ready for spring looking polished, cool and stylish.

First black and white clothes for us:

Richard Nicoll sweater

Richard Nicoll sweater $650

Ali Ro dress

Ali Ro dress $308

BB Dakota top

BB Dakota top $70

Forever 21 pants

Forever 21 pants $14.80

Alice + Olivia jacket

Alice + Olivia jacket $495

Milly dress

Milly dress $385

Charles Henry skirt

Charles Henry skirt $154

Free People pants

Free People pants $79.95

Iro jumpsuit

Iro jumpsuit $587

Karl Lagerfeld blazer

Karl Lagerfeld blazer $425

ALC top

ALC top $109

Aqua skirt

Aqua skirt $68

Ohne Titel dress

Ohne Titel dress $510

Helmut Lang jacket

Helmut Lang jacket $495

Bailey 44 top

Bailey 44 top $174

Aqua pants

Aqua pants $78

ALC pencil skirt

ALC pencil skirt $398

BB Dakota jacket

BB Dakota jacket $105

ALC open back tank

ALC open back tank $89

Aqua dress

Aqua dress $88

And black and white clothes (admittedly a lot of it is navy and white but it gets the high contrast effect) for our little ones:

7 For All Mankind top and jeans set

7 For All Mankind top and jeans set $69

Miniclasix tee and shorts set

Miniclasix tee and shorts set $52

Luli & Me dress

Luli & Me dress $80

Litte Marc Jacobs hoodie

Litte Marc Jacobs hoodie $116

Penelope Mack dress and bloomers set

Penelope Mack dress and bloomers set $26

Nanette 3 pc set

Nanette 3 pc set $19.80

Petit Bateau skirt

Petit Bateau skirt $56

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Gap sweater $32.95

Sara Kety bodysuit

Sara Kety bodysuit $20

Baby Essentials bodysuit

Baby Essentials bodysuit $4.99

Circo dress

Circo dress $12

Adidas track suit

Adidas track suit $27.99

Marie Chantal bubble romper

Marie Chantal bubble romper $82

J Crew cashmere sweater

J Crew cashmere sweater $145

Juicy Couture dress

Juicy Couture dress $88

Sovereign Code shirt

Sovereign Code shirt $29

Jumping Beans skirt

Jumping Beans skirt $5.99

Peek t-shirt

Peek t-shirt $34

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Gap dress $26.99

Volcom theral top
Volcom theral top $22
Nununu dress

Nununu dress $42

Nununu playsuit

Nununu playsuit $46

MOMMA IS… mad about plaid!

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Me and Max in our spring time plaid, enjoying the California sunshine (PS – I’m getting a much needed hair cut today…)

Once upon a time plaid was reserved for the cooler fall and winter months and relegated to thicker materials such as flannel but, while that will always be true, it has also been reinvented for the spring and summer months in lighter colors and fabrics.  That’s right, plaid is hot for spring and the widely popular tartan print can be found in everything from your traditional button front to dresses and blouses in silk and chiffon.  Plaid is always sweet on our little ones but it can also be incredibly sophisticated and elegant for us! There is so much versatility with the print that you can wear it easily with for a casual Sunday afternoon stroll with your little one, a boardroom meeting  for the working moms, or an evening out on the town.  Plaid is cool and relaxed yet polished and classic – check out some of my favorite pieces for both us and our little ones that we can wear now and on into the warmer months!

First some fabulous flair for us:

Tibi top

Tibi top $298

findersKEEPERS plaid dress

findersKEEPERS dress $148

J Crew shirt

J Crew shirt $90

plaid

Asos pants $41.40

Vivienne Westwood Anglomania skirt

Vivienne Westwood Anglomania skirt $490

Splendid maxi dress

Splendid maxi dress $168

Clu shirttail top

Clu shirttail top $86

Karl Lagerfeld jacket

Karl Lagerfeld jacket $630

Ella Moss maxi dress

Ella Moss maxi dress $288

Bella Dahl plaid shirt

Bella Dahl shirt $145

Topshop plaid chiffon tee

Topshop plaid chiffon tee $72

Aice + Olivia plaid dress

Aice + Olivia plaid dress $297

Equipment sweater

Equipment sweater $228

Rails shirt

Rails shirt $137

Madewell skirt

Madewell skirt $88

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Asos top $60.22

Narciso Rodriguez plaid knit dress

Narciso Rodriguez plaid knit dress $895

Ella Moss top

Ella Moss top $168

Endless Rose skirt

Endless Rose skirt $52

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Sister by Sibling sweater $315

Soft Joie dress

Soft Joie dress $188

Free People trousers

Free People trousers $128

Velvet shirt

Velvet shirt $108

Topshop tartan tee

Topshop tartan tee $76

Jacquemus dress

Jacquemus dress $429

Elizabeth and James blouse

Elizabeth and James blouse $345

FindersKeepers skirt

FindersKeepers skirt $132

Splendid top

Splendid top $88

Forever 21 shirt

Forever 21 shirt $19.80

And for our little ones:

Ralph Lauren dress and bloomers

Ralph Lauren dress and bloomers $45

Tartine et Chocolate dress

Tartine et Chocolate dress $116

Hartstings shirt

Hartstings shirt $21

Ralph Lauren overalls and bodysuit

Ralph Lauren overalls and bodysuit $55

Peek baby girl pants

Peek baby girl pants $28

Andy & Evan infant onesie

Andy & Evan infant onesie $32.20

True Religion shirt

True Religion shirt $98

Tucker + Tate shorts

Tucker + Tate shorts $27.50

OshKosh B'gosh bodysuit

OshKosh B’gosh bodysuit $9.60

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Gap one piece $26.95

Kiddo Girls sweater

Kiddo Girls sweater $19.20

Bitz Kids reversible shirt

Bitz Kids reversible shirt $40

Hartstings infant dress

Hartstings infant dress $27

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Old Navy short $14.94

Hartstings skirt

Hartstings skirt $33.60

Peek shirt

Peek shirt $34

Busy Bees top and bloomers set

Busy Bees top and bloomers set $45

OshKosh B'gosh overalls

OshKosh B’gosh overalls $19.20

Hartstrings dress

Hartstrings dress $70

Peek shorts

Peek shorts $39.50

Burberry infant dress

Burberry infant dress $165

Ralph Lauren top and cargo shorts

Ralph Lauren top and cargo shorts $55

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Old Navy top $8.97

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Gap shirt $29.95

 

MOMMA NEEDS… green clothes for St. Patrick’s Day!

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Me and my little man playing in green…

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Me in Zara and Max in Little Marc Jacobs green celebrating hoping for the luck of the irish this March!

St. Patrick’s Day is upon us, and as we know all to well, with kids – every holiday must be celebrated!  Time to break out the green clothes which are not only super on trend at the moment but will also keep you from getting pinched!  Color is always great for illuminating the face – the key is choosing the right hues to go with your skin tone – from pastels to neon shades or dark forrest hues their are stunning shades of green that will look amazing on you!  Green clothes have been very popular on the runway and red carpet and are sure to become some of your favorite go to items long after March 17th!  So, break out the four leaf clovers and get out some green clothes for both you and your little ones to pop your look with color while celebrating the luck of the Irish all year long!

First, some of my favorite green clothes for the ladies:

Diane von Furstenberg dress

Diane von Furstenberg dress $385

MICHAEL Michael Kors top

MICHAEL Michael Kors top $110

3.1 Phillip Lim pants

3.1 Phillip Lim pants $375

Anthropologie tee

Anthropologie tee $38

Equipment sweater

Equipment sweater $288

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Asos dress $65.87

Free People jacket

Free People jacket $148

Ella Moss top

Ella Moss top $128

Copper & Ella top

Copper & Ella top $88

Love Sam maxi dress

Love Sam maxi dress $165

7 For All Mankind mint jeans

7 For All Mankind mint jeans $178

Anthropologie skirt

Anthropologie skirt $128

AManda Uprichard blouse

Amanda Uprichard blouse $193

Issa Dress

Issa Dress $660

Zara blazer

Zara blazer $79.90

360 Sweater cashmere sweater

360 Sweater cashmere sweater $253

Anthropologie pants

Anthropologie pants $118

BB Dakota overalls

BB Dakota overalls $92

Equipment blouse

Equipment blouse $198

Lumier dress

Lumier dress $160

And for our little ones:

DKNY infant 2 piece set

DKNY infant 2 piece set $54

Ralph Lauren shortall

Ralph Lauren shortall $27.50

Stella McCartney jumpsuit

Stella McCartney jumpsuit $80

Mini Boden polo

Mini Boden polo $24

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Gap cords $14.97

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Gap hoodie $26.95

Guess dress

Guess dress $36.50

Carter's t-shirt

Carter’s t-shirt $6.99

Ralph Lauren dress

Ralph Lauren dress $32.50

Hartstrings vest

Hartstrings vest $66

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Old Navy dress $16.94

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Old Navy pants $19.94

First Impressions sunsuit

First Impressions sunsuit $9.99

J crew onesie

J Crew onesie $29.50

circo t-shirt

Circo t-shirt $5

Genuine Kids by OshKosh B'gosh windbreaker

Genuine Kids by OshKosh B’gosh windbreaker $18

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Gap cardigan $19.99

Peek pants

Peek pants $24

Tea Collection dress

Tea Collection dress $45

Ralph Lauren sweater

Ralph Lauren sweater $55

 

MOMMA LOVES… skinny jeans – they aren’t going anywhere!

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Me in my Blank Denim skinnies and Max in his 7 For all Mankind …

Skinny jeans are a part of my uniform.  The perfect pair is my second skin and I am constantly on the search for what works best for me – what new shades of blue are out there and do I need a new pair of black, gray, white or the hot new color of the season.  That said, I know for a lot of women, skinny jeans are scary – but they shouldn’t be!  Consider this, our skinniest area is our ankle so why not show them off – women should embrace their curves and skinny jeans help to show them off.  Of course, there are many versions of skinny jeans – there’s  even a slouchy skinny boyfriend jeans so the fact is – skinny doesn’t have to mean skin tight, lay down on your bed to do the top button!  Another great thing about skinny jeans is that you can wear any shoe with them – boots fit perfectly over them and you can wear them with your flattest flats or your highest heels without having to worry about the height of your hems!  Skinny jeans are so versatile that depending on how you choose to style them they transition easily from the office to the park to a night out on the town and from winter to spring!  Of course, blue jeans in the office should be reserved for casual friday (depending on your corporate dress code) but other shades of denim can look very dressed up!  Skinny jeans are a go-to favorite and a must have (in multiples) for every wardrobe for both us and our little ones!  Every time Max rocks his 7 For All Mankind skinny jeans people go nuts for them – a proper miniature grown up… Check out some of the amazing skinny jeans for the momma’s and their mini-me’s!

First for the momma’s:

Citizens of Humanity jeans

Citizens of Humanity jeans $218

Blank Denim jeans

Blank Denim jeans $92

J Brand jeans

J Brand jeans $185

Free People jeans

Free People jeans $78

AG jeans

AG jeans $168

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Asos skinny jeans $47.05

Paige skinny jeans

Paige skinny jeans $189

Forever 21 skinny jeans

Forever 21 skinny jeans $10.80

Rag & Bone skinny jeans

Rag & Bone skinny jeans $200

Topshop jeans

Topshop jeans $70

7 For All Mankind jeans

7 For All Mankind jeans $159

Cheap Monday jeans

Cheap Monday jeans $75

Current/Elliott jeans

Current/Elliott jeans $196

Blank Denim white jeans

Blank Denim white jeans $79

Hudson jeans

Hudson jeans $205

Forever 21 jeans

Forever 21 jeans $7.80

Rag & Bone/JEAN skinny jeans

Rag & Bone/JEAN jeans $176

Cheap Monday skinny jeans

Cheap Monday jeans $75

AG Adriano Goldschmied jeans

AG Adriano Goldschmied jeans $168

Free People zip ankle jeans

Free People zip ankle jeans $78

And for our little ones:

7 For All Mankind infant 3 pc baby's first jeans set

7 For All Mankind infant 3 pc baby’s first jeans set $89

Joe's toddler jeans

Joe’s toddler jeans $54

Hudson Kids jeans

Hudson Kids jeans $45

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Gap jeans $24.95

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Gap baby jeans $24.95

Ralph Lauren girls jeans

Ralph Lauren girls jeans $24.99

LRG Kids Jeans boys jeans

LRG Kids Jeans boys jeans $27.50

Peek baby jeans

Peek baby jeans $48

Diesel baby jeans

Diesel baby jeans $79

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Gap jeans $34.95

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Gap jeans $29.95

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Old Navy baby jeans $10.50

True Religion baby jeans

True Religion baby jeans $68

Raloh Lauren girls jeans

Raloh Lauren girls jeans $35

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Old Navy jeans $15

7 For All Manking infant jeans

7 For All Manking infant jeans $49

7 For All Mankind infant boy jeans

7 For All Mankind infant boy jeans $49

Levi's girls jeans

Levi’s girls jeans $23.80

OshKosh B'gosh boys jeans

OshKosh B’gosh boys jeans $23.80

7 For All Mankind baby jeans

7 For All Mankind baby jeans $49

Hudson baby jeans

Hudson baby jeans

Peek girls jeans

Peek girls jeans $58

J Crew boys jeans

J Crew boys jeans $55

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Gap girls jeans $29.95

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Gap boys jeans $29.95

MOMMA LOVES… color block clothes for women and children

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Max and I rocking the color block look – me in Peter Pilotto for Target and Max in his Zara sweatshirt.

 

Color block clothes have been immensely popular over the last few years and show no sign of losing steam.  Its a brilliant way for designers to experiment with colors and color combinations in a very safe, sophisticated, controlled way and it allows the consumer to do the same.  Color block clothes may be as simple as blocks of black, white and gray, or play with non traditional color combos like purple and red.  Clothes could be blocked tonally within the same color group or be on opposite ends of the spectrum – the blocking could even put together a neon color with a contrasting pastel color – there are no limits to the various combinations.  For those who feel as though they can’t wear a certain color this gives them a way to experiment with a color they may have previously disregarded.  Color block clothes are poppy and make a strong fashion statement but in a very wearable almost conservative way.  Incredibly chic for the office or relaxed for a weekend with the kids there are variations on this color block trends to service every need and style, not to mention they’re super cute on our children.  Check out some of my favorite color block clothes for both us and out little ones!

First for us:

Duffy cashmere sweater

Duffy cashmere sweater $270

Jonathan Saunders color block dress

Jonathan Saunders color block dress $600

Vince tee

Vince tee $68

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Asos skirt $47.99

4. Collective dress

4. Collective dress $295

Joseph pants

Joseph pants $645

Free People bomber jacket

Free People bomber jacket $128

Stella McCartney cashmere sweater

Stella McCartney cashmere sweater $1040

DKNY color block top

DKNY color block top $195

Marc by Marc Jacobs dress

Marc by Marc Jacobs dress $458

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Asos coat $169.37

Madewell tee

Madewell tee $79.50

BCBG Max Azria dress

BCBG Max Azria dress $298

J Crew color block sweater

J Crew color block sweater $95

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Asos pencil skirt $33.87

Yigal Azrouel leather jacket

Yigal Azrouel leather jacket $1990

Free People track pants

Free People track pants $168

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Esprit sweater $103.50

Forever 21 sleeveless sweater

Forever 21 sleeveless sweater $17.80

Roland Mouret dress

Roland Mouret dress $2925

Diane von Furstenberg dress

Diane von Furstenberg dress $365

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Asos dress $84.69

And for our little ones:

Ralph Lauren color block romper

Ralph Lauren color block romper $27.50

Tea Collection romper

Tea Collection romper $32

Brooks Brothers dress

Brooks Brothers dress $85

Splendid sweatshirt

Splendid sweatshirt $44

Juicy Couture hoodie and skirted leggings

Juicy Couture hoodie and skirted leggings $98

Stem Baby cardigan

Stem Baby cardigan $18.98

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Gap dress $15

Peek sweatshirt

Peek sweatshirt $32.16

Armani Jr dress

Armani Jr dress $260

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Gap sweater $39.95

J Crew girls color block sweater

J Crew girls color block sweater $59.50

Ralph Lauren colorblock polo

Ralph Lauren colorblock polo $39.50

Hartstrings dress

Hartstrings dress $48

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Gap pullover $20

Stella McCartney Kids color block cardigan

Stella McCartney Kids color block cardigan $100

Circo hoodie

Circo hoodie $10

Marie Chantal dress

Marie Chantal dress $130

Florence Eiseman playsuit

Florence Eiseman playsuit $78

Rothschild jacket

Rothschild jacket $22

Carter's puffer jacket

Carter’s puffer jacket $24

First Impressions dress and leggings set

First Impressions dress and leggings set $24.99

J Crew one piece

J Crew one piece $24.50

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Old Navy skorts $8.94

Carter's mesh shorts

Carter’s mesh shorts $8.99

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Gap sleepwear $16

Eye Spy romper

Eye Spy romper $32

 Eye Spy dress

Eye Spy dress $33
Eye Spy hoodie

Eye Spy hoodie $42