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MATERNITY MONDAY…. chic maternity style

During pregnancy you often don’t feel your best, so having great maternity style might be just what you need to feel more like you again. We’ve all had those “I have nothing to wear” days but when you’re pregnant that feeling is magnified, and rightfully so… Therefore, attaining that seemingly impossible chic maternity style is more daunting than ever… But rest assured, there is so many great, inexpensive and incredibly stylish maternity clothes to choose from that you might actually enjoy styling your bump with! I’ll do the editing and you can do the shopping and celebrate that gorgeous glowing midsection like it should be (even when it’s making you nauseous, tired and/or uncomfortable). Check out some of the latest and greatest chic maternity styleI’ve hunted down for you this week!

Asos maternity dress $56.85

Mamalicious maternity jumpsuit $75.80

Mamalicious maternity coat $208.45

Hatch maternity dress $288

Insignia by Sigvaris maternity compression tights $62

Topshop maternity sweater $90

Asos maternity boyfriend jeans $72.01

Asos maternity dress - chic maternity style

Asos maternity dress $66.33

Topshop maternity shirt $70

Topshop maternity leggings $38

Isabella Oliver maternity coat $339.21

Tart maternity dress $132

Asos maternity sweater $75.80

Paige Denim maternity jeans $189

Mamalicious maternity dress $56.85

Asos maternity tank $34.11

Jame Jeans maternity jeans $141

Mamalicious maternity coat $170.55

MOMMA’S UNDER $100… fab fashion on budget

Don’t you want to know what’s under $100 this week?

Life is expensive, kids are expensive, so finding amazing fashion on budget takes me to my happy place. Sometimes all the amazing clothes and accessories have our heads whirling and our bank accounts cringing so we decide to forgo the hot new trends in lieu of being practical… Well, the truth is that perhaps, you can have your cake and afford it too. There are so many incredible, inexpensive clothes and accessories that can give you fabulous fashion on budget without sacrificing style! Trends come and go so you don’t need to necessarily spend a lot of money on them – find those looks that resonate with you and your personal style – think about what you already have in your wardrobe and then update them with some of these great pieces under $100. Check out some of the great fashion on budget that I have found for you this week so that you can save money and look fabulous at the same time!

BB Dakota dress $97

Asos tights $15.16 (opaque tights are a MUST!)

Asos cuff $15.16

Forever 21 boots $34.90

Asos bag $94.75

Asos sweater $66.33

Topshop metallic joggers $68

Slink By Metallic necklace $35

Topshop sandals $80

Free People bag $48

Forever 21 top $22.90

Forever 21 jeans $29.90

Asos jacket $85.28

Gorjana earrings $60

Sole Society boots $89.95

Forever 21 bag $27.90

Topshop turtleneck $58

Zara skirt $59.90 (wear with tights)

Topshop tights $22

Aldo necklace $37.90

Zara shoes $99.90

Forever 21 bag $22.90

Asos shirt $60.64

Spanx leggings $68

Tai bracelet $80

Topshop boots $75

River Island bag $85.28

Asos dress $85.28

Gorjana ear jackets $55

Forever 21 pumps $22.90

Forever 21 clutch $19.90

MOMMA NEEDS… warm winter jeans

These 7 For All Mankind jeans are a staple in my fall wardrobe – chic, cool, yet distressed without compromising my warmth. Basically the perfect winter jeans!

I, like many of you, live in my denim – so when the cold weather hits I make a switch from my lighter weight ones to my warmer winter jeans. What are winter jeans? It’s thicker, heavier – just as chic and occasional even made in velvet and corduroy versions because, let’s face it, jeans are about a cut and a lifestyle more than a specific fabric. I might still wear my distressed denim and boyfriend jeans but I will also consider patching those holes for that same great worn look but without the ventilation . Winter jeans are my friend, my partner come fall, and the cold weather alternative to everything from shorts to skirts for casual comfortable every day bottoms. They are essential. Check out some of my favorite winter jeans and pack up your light weight versions for a couple of months….

Rag & Bone jeans $396

Paige Denim jeans $209

7 For All Mankind velvet jeans $178

Free People cords $78

Forever 21 cords $24.90

J Brand jeans $202

Paige Denim cords $199

Blank Denim jeans $118

Topshop jeans $65

Hudson coated skinny jeans $220

One by Jet jeans $198

Mother cords $185

Asos jeans $56.85

3×1 jeans $285

7 For All Mankind jeans $189

AG cords $168

Blank Denim jeans $98

MOMMA LOVES… lovely lace for fall

Lace is always feminine and traditionally more of a spring trend but there’s lots of way to extend it through fall winter!

Having pieces that combine lace with there fabrications make it easy to transition.

Pair it with a favorite chunky knit and jeans and you’ve perfectly toned down your lace for day!

There is just something about lace – it’s so pretty and feminine and while it may seem to be traditionally for spring/summer or evening it is so much more. Lace can add a femininity to your otherwise chunky fall wardrobe and is perfect for all your holiday shindigs you have coming – but don’t rule it out for day! Pairing a little lace blouse with ripped denim and a little leather jacket or chunky knit give that perfect bohemian feel or cozy, casual yet incredibly chic. It is all about how you pair things – it doesn’t have to be obvious – yes, clearly wearing a little lace dress for a cocktail party works but this peekaboo, intricate fabric has more versatility than you might think. Designers are mixing the media with everything from tweed to knits – making it a fantastically feminine trend that can survive the seasons. Check out some of my favorite lace pieces that could be perfect for some of your holiday events – but don’t be afraid to think outside the fancy box either…

Marc Jacobs dress $3900

Carmella skirt $516

Diane von Furstenberg dress $348 (comes in an array of colors)

Asos jumpsuit $94.75

Valentino sweater $1990

Sea top $350

Theory pants $295

Topshop dress $90

ALC skirt $495

ERIN Erin Fetherston dress $325

Alice + Olivia top $297

Free People dress $128

Forever 21 blouse $19.80

Diane von Furstenberg dress $698

Clover Canyon dress $268

Clu sweatshirt $242

Liv top $123.20

Asos dress $85.28

MATERNITY MONDAY… pregnancy fashion fun

While it may not seem to go hand in hand, pregnancy fashion is not only a necessity but it can also be fabulous! Yes, it is fleeting and you will be thinking more about dressing your bundle of joy but the truth is, you have to get dressed in the morning, your normal clothes won’t fit and you may as well have fun with your new shape. Pregnancy fashion is all about finding style your would gravitate to wether you’re pregnant or not – that look great but can also accommodate your growing mid section. The key is to stay true to your personal style – the clothes don’t have to be expensive (you’ll only be wearing them for a few months) but you can still love what you’re wearing (and perhaps even want to keep them post baby). Check out some of my favorite new pregnancy fashion finds and show off that gorgeous bump with style!

Isabella Oliver dress $217.93

Topshop sweater $90

Push maternity leggings $82

Modern Eternity convertible puffer $150 (wear it while pregnant and over baby upon arrival!)

Asos maternity dress $123.18

Asos maternity top $34.11

Asos maternity pants $66.33

Topshop dress $135

Asos maternity sweater - pregnancy fashion

Asos maternity sweater $66.33

Citizens of Humanity jeans $178

New Look maternity dress $34.11

H&M maternity blouse $29.95

Paige Denim maternity jeans $189

Tart Maternity dress $136

Topshop maternity blouse $68

New Look maternity pants $37.88

Asos maternity dress $104.23

MOMMA LOVES… tuxedo pants

I absolutely love a great tuxedo pant – wether long and lean or slouchy and more masculine that stripe gives me flutters.

While menswear is an ever popular trend – this look is still incredible feminine yet powerful.

Little Max likes it too… but we’re not going anywhere until he puts on his shoes!

Tuxedo pants have long captured my eye – in fact tuxedo dressing as an alternative to a little black dress or sparkly frock has been an incredibly classy option since Bianca Jagger and the birth of the YSL “le smoking” tux. It’s quite clear that I am a fan of the tuxedo jacket as it falls in line with my blazer obsession but tuxedo pants have an equally strong appeal. The long lean silhouette with the racing stripe down the side gives a masculine edge with an undeniable feminine appeal. Strong, sexy and always stylish, tuxedo pants are easily dressed up for a formal affair or dressed down for the office or, in some cases, even just running around on errands. They can be one part track pant, one part black tie which makes them 100% a wardrobe must have. Check out some of my favorite tuxedo pants and get your unexpected chic on.

Saint Laurent pants $1150

Akris pants $595

Kate Spade pants $268

H&M pants $34.95

Vera Wang pants $595

BLK DNM pants $395

Vince tuxedo pants $295

Forever 21 pants $24.80

Gucci pants $1200

Each x Other pants $425

Maison Scotch pants $105

Zara pants $79.90

Chloe pants $1450

Stella McCartney pants $610

Rag & Bone trousers $450

J Crew tuxedo pants $198

Asos pants $56.85

MOMMA NEEDS… cold weather accessories (brrr)

We don’y get snow in LA – but in the digital world I can make it happen – for those in the polar vortex it’s time for hats, scarves and gloves!

Cold weather accessories like my favorite Missoni hat are essential for surviving winter!

Of course, try explaining this to a 2 year old who doesn’t like to be fussed over…

When the temperature drops you’ll need more than just a great coat to stay warm – cold weather accessories are an absolute must! Hats, gloves, scarves to protect your extremities and keep in the heat are essential for winter for both you and you’re little ones! Water resistant or wooly there are some great cold weather accessories that will certainly keep you bundled up and safe from the frost this season. Yes, they will do the great service of keeping you warm but they also look pretty spectacular as well so it’s really a win win situation. As for our little ones – they may not like bundling up, and at times it may appear that the frigid temperatures bother them (not when they’re having fun and playing) but keeping their little vulnerable head, hands and necks warm couldn’t be more important! Check out some of the great cold weather accessories for us and our little ones and stay warm (and fabulous) this winter!

First for us:

Eugenia Kim hat $225

1717 Olive cashmere hat $120

Echo cashmere beanie $78

The North Face hat $39.90

Rick Owens beanie $220

Rag & Bone beanie $125

Marc by Marc Jacobs hat $88

Topshop beanie $22

Canada Goose aviator hat $225

Eugenia Kim headband $100

MICHAEL Michael Kors tech hat $48

Asos hat with detachable pom pons $18.95

Missoni hat and gloves set $445

Stella McCartney gloves $255

UGG Australia leather tech gloves $115

Made of Me convertible cashmere gloves $60

Halogen cashmere touch tech gloves $42

The Elder Statesman cashmere fingerless gloves $200

Bloomingdales cashmere lined leather gloves $98

Hunter convertible gloves $60

Topshop sheepskin mittens $38

Diane von Furstenberg (tech friendly) gloves $278

Carolina Amato knit and leather gloves $160

Jocelyn rabbit fur fingerless mittens - cold weather accessories

Jocelyn rabbit fur fingerless mittens $65

Asos convertible gloves $18.95

3.1 Phillip Lim rabbit fur and silk scarf $495

Helmut Lang infinity scarf $195

MICHAEL Michael Kors infinity scarf $68

Asos scarf $28.43

Matthew Williamson scarf $585

Stella McCartney scarf $175

Aqua scarf $68

Asos infinity scarf $37.90

Stella McCartney scarf $420

Jocelyn infinity scarf $240

Topshop scarf $52

Forever 21 infinity scarf $10.90

Some adorable cold weather accessories for our little ones:

Egg Baby by Susan Lazar infant hat $32.20

Mini Boden hat and mittens set $34

Ralph Lauren infant hat and mittens set $75

Blueberry Hill hat $28

Kate Spade for Gap hat $19.95

Gap hat $21.95

Bloomingdales cashmere hat $26.25

Mini Boden hat and mittens set $34

Capellini hat and mittens set $18

Gap hat $16.95

Old Navy hat and gloves set $16.94

Old Navy beanie $12.94

Gap infant hat $16.95

Gap infant beanie $16.95

Protolano Kids mittens $48

North Face mittens $30

7 AM Enfant mittens $27

Zara mittens $12.90

Stella McCartney Kids mittens $48.72

Stella McCartney Kids gloves $57.69

J Crew gloves $32

J Crew gloves $29.50

Gap mittens $12.95

Kate Spade for Gap mittens $11.95

J Crew cashmere blanket $198

Burberry Kids snood $225

Tucker + Tate infinity scarf $28

Zara scarf $17.90

Portolano Kids snood $38

Portolano Kids scarf $44

Ralph Lauren scarf $40

J Crew scarf $42.50

Gap scarf $12.95

Gap scarf $16.95

MOMMA LOVES… a gilet (aka a vest)

A gilet is that perfect sleeveless layer that keeps your core warm and is super easy to layer over or under your jackets and coats.

It can be fur, fake fur, quilted but it gives you a cozy yet elegant injection of warmth.

The perfect vest you need for winter will also transition you during fall and spring when you just need it over a long sleeve top or sweater.

Clearly it makes me very happy. (and it might be all I need this winter, in Souther California, to keep me warm)

The other day, the weather here turned super crisp and I fell in love with a gilet. Some of you may not be familiar with the word gilet but you know exactly what it is, a sleeveless jacket (some might call a waistcoats of vest) and it’s the perfect item to transition you season to season and give you an extra layer of warmth in the dead of winter. They can be quilted, fur, fake fur, knit or any number of textures but they are incredibly stylish and that dreaded word for fashionistas – practical! The gilet is exactly what you need to layer over your knits now, over your jacket later and under your coat come any arctic spells… They can be perfect for our little one’s too keeping giving their core more warmth all while giving them the freedom to play in the leaves or snow. Check out some of my favorite gilet options and layer up this winter!

First for us:

Helmut Lang vest $1495

Joie vest $798

Moon & Meadow vest $295

BB Dakota vest $80

Pologeorgis vest $1495

Ravn vest $875

Adrienne Landau vest $495

Blank NYC vest $94.80

Yves Salomon vest $1795

Ramy Brook vest $895

Sam vest $450

Topshop gilet $130

Forever 21 vest $42.80

MICHAEL Michael Kors vest $795

Moncler vest $550

Jocelyn vest $315

6 Shore Road vest $175

Puffa vest $54.96

Some adorable gilet vests for our littlest ones:

Lili Gaufrette vest $89

Diesel puffer vest $109

Widgeon vest $58

Egg Baby vest $51.52

Gap puffer vest $24.99

Gap puffer vest $39.95

OshKosh B’Gosh puffer vest $15

Carter’s vest $15

And for our slightly bigger little ones:

Little Marc Jacobs vest $207

Moncler vest $295

Ralph Lauren reversible vest $110

Ralph Lauren reversible vest $115

Mini Boden vest $54

Gap puffer vest $33.99

Gap puffer vest $39.95

Old Navy vest $15

MOMMAS UNDER $100… fall fashion for less

Yup, that’s a fake million dollar bill there max, but you don’t need millions to look fabulous because there’s so much amazing fall fashion for under $100!

The weather outside is cooling down and the layers keep coming and price tags add up so finding fall fashion for less is crucial for looking great, keeping warm and staying on budget! Winter clothes and accessories can get pricey – you need more of and they need to be thicker and cover more of you so naturally they’re going to cost more… Boots are more expensive than sandals and coats have a heftier price tag than, well, not wearing one. Great fall fashion for less is out there and while it is quite difficult to find a quality winter coat for under $100 the layers that go underneath are plentiful and fabulous. Check out some of my favorite fall fashion for less and enjoy getting guiltlessly dressed this winter!

Zara dress $79.90

Asos tights $15.16

Nasty Gal bracelet set $18

Forever 21 boots $37.90

Forever 21 satchel $29.90

Asos sweater $66.33

Asos pants $41.69

Luv AJ earrings $45

Asos heels $66.33

Steve Madden bag $88

Nasty Gal sweater $88

Lipsy skirt $66.33

Asos ring pack $15.16

Topshop sandals $85

Asos bag $30.32

Topshop chambray shirt - fall fashion for less

Topshop chambray shirt $64

Blank Denim jeans $75

Forever 21 coat $69.90

Nasty Gal necklace $18

Halogen flats $89.95

Forever 21 bag $24.90

Asos dress $41.69

Gorjana ear crawlers $40

Shoe Cult heels $78

Natasha Couture clutch $58

MOMMA LOVES…. puffer jackets!

Max and I last year in our puffers – mine from Zara and his from Oshkosh – this year he will be sporting his new Ralph Lauren puffer!

Modern puffers are cinched at the waist or at least tailored to a feminine silhouette to give some shape all while maintaining that cozy, warm appeal.

When I started to do my coats post I got so lost in the land of puffer jackets I knew they would need their own feature. Puffer jackets are soft and cozy like your duvet – they keep you warm and comfy but also protect you from all the elements. Once upon a time they actually looked like you had left your house wearing your bedding but now a days the cuts are feminine and actually really flattering making them a winter outerwear must have. That’s right, puffer jackets actually super chic and stylish now so you can wear them in the rain, snow or just frigid weather and still look great for an evening out, going to the office or just a snowy weekend away. Of course, for our little ones they are incredibly practical and necessary for when winter hits – the soft down keeps them insulated and the techno outer layer keeps them dry! Check out some of my favorite puffer jackets for both us and our little ones so you can feel like you’re still in bed but look like you’re ready to take on the town!