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MOMMA WANTS… sparkly accessories

These Miu Miu shoes are several years old now but still capture my heart…

Great sparkly shoes never go out of style – perfect for an evening out or pair them with black tights and a simple dress for a day look with extra kick!

Diamonds are a girls best friends – but anything that sparkles make me happy… Sometimes it really is just that simple.

Last week I talked about the clothes but this week is all about those holiday favorites – the sparkly accessories. Metallic, embellished, beaded, shiny bags and shoes that complete your evening look and sometimes they can even work for day (of a bit of added drama). When one thinks about sparkly accessories the mind goes to jewelry but these days accessory designers have turned your bags and shoes into a different kind of jewelry. No, they may not be made of gold and diamonds but they sure are pretty and they sure do catch the light (in a larger less delicate way). Check out some of my favorite sparkly accessories and add some bling to your look and get ready to shine!

SHOES:

Giuseppe Zanotti sandals $2350

Gucci sandals $850

Christian Louboutin pumps $675

Kate Spade pumps $358

Nina sandals $66.75

Forever 21 sandals $34.90

Saint Laurent ankle boots $1145

Jimmy Choo pumps $695

Kurt Geiger sandals $450

Benjamin Adams pumps - sparkly accessories

Benjamin Adams pumps $399

Steve Madden sandals $129.95

Asos pumps $56.85

BAGS:

Fendi bag $2400

Jimmy Choo bag $745

Alice + Olivia bag $395

Cleobella bag $228

MICHAEL Michael Kors bag $198

Natasha Couture clutch $58

Edie Parker clutch $1095

Phillip Lim satchel $695

Loeffler Randall bag $425

tasha clutch $298

Topshop bag $70

New Look clutch $24.62

MOMMA NEEDS… winter coats (it’s officially time)

This Marc by Marc Jacobs coat has served me well – I may not need it as much in Southern California – but it withstands the test of time and tells the tale of an outfit while being perfectly practical at the same time!

That’s right, the bathing suits have been packed away and it’s time to start thinking about winter coats. Where I am in Southern California there may not be any need for the warmest coats (we think 60 degrees is freezing) but after years of living in New York and London I have a true appreciating for great outerwear. Winter coats are going to be worn every day for months on end so its important to select a style you love because it’s going to be the first thing people see, its going to be your shelter from the cold and it’s got to withstand time and the harsh winter element. These are the pieces you will get the most use out of this season, they have to be able to be layered and go with everything – not that you have to stick with a neutral (a pop of color or a playful print can be a great option. Check out some of my favorite winter coats (for both us and our little ones) and get ready to keep warm and look fabulous this season!

First for us:

Alice + Olivia coat $797

Diane von Furstenberg coat $498

Via Spiga coat $198

Forever 21 coat $62.90

Alexander Mcqueen coat $3995

Marc by Marc Jacobs coat $878

Diane von Furstenberg coat $598

Asos coat $151.60

Carven coat $1550

Vince coat $695

Mackage coat $459.90

Madewell coat $298

Nasty Gal coat $158

Forever 21 coat $52.90

Burberry Brit coat $1495

Club Monaco coat $398

Asos coat $208.45

H&M faux fur coat $99

Some great winter coats for our littles ones:

Gucci coat $510

Gucci coat $530

Armani Jr. coat $350

Ralph Lauren coat $131.25

American Widgeon coat $74

Patagonia reversible jacket $89

Gap bundler $39.95

Mini Boden jacket $44

Old Navy coat $29.90

Great Guy peacoat $33

And winter coats for our slightly bigger little ones:

Burberry coat $525

Gucci coat $655

Milly Mini’s coat $225

Ralph Lauren coat $225

J Crew coat $198

Urban Republic coat $95

Gap coat $55

Gap jacket $68

Old Navy coat $30

Old Navy coat $35

MATERNITY MONDAY… how to style your bump

Figuring out how to style your bump may seem like one of the biggest mysteries of pregnancy but the key is not to over complicate it. There’s not need to abandon your personal taste just because you’re dressing for two and don’t be afraid to show of your growing belly. This is a glorious time of your life so you may as well dress (well) for it. Learning how to style your bump is all about embracing pregnancy and celebrating it – not trying to hide it. You can stick with a neutral palette, clean lines and figure hugging silhouettes or get a bit more wild with color and prints! The world is your maternity style oyster and there are plenty of options! Check out some of my favorite maternity clothes this week and get excited about how you’re going to style your bump!

Asos maternity dress $90.96

Asos maternity top $47.38

Asos maternity skirt $30.32

Hatch dress $288

Hatch maternity shirt $248

Topshop maternity jeans $80

Asos maternity dress $109.91

Asos maternity jumpsuit $75.80

Topshop maternity cardigan $125

Asos maternity dress $85.28

Mamalicious maternity sweater $47.38

Asos maternity leggings $34.11

Everly Grey maternity dress $60

Asos maternity top $41.69

Mamalicious pants $72.01

Rosie Pope maternity dress - style your bump

Rosie Pope maternity dress $98

MOMMA LOVES… some sparkly clothes

A touch of sparkle brightens up your evening look – move over little black dress you’ve got some competition!

Look for unexpected sparkly clothes like this little jacket – it can add a glam rock an roll vibe to your evening look.

I love the holidays, I love any excuse to dress up – and sparkles allow you to feel dressed up without you having to put in much effort.

Another pic from behind – sparkle grabs attention from every angle!

Max likes a bit of sparkle too!

Its is officially the start of holiday season and there will be plenty of times to get dressed up so sparkly clothes are on my wish list! Yes, some dresses with a bit of shimmer and shine – but everything from a sequin jacket to a shirt with shine are perfect additions to dress up the pieces you already have. Sparkly clothes, whether embellished with beading or just fabric with a subtle silver sheen are exactly what you need to start off the holiday season right. Glitter and glam will always find it’s way onto the runway and the red carpet but why not inject it into your wardrobe as well? Everyone needs a bit of sparkle in their life! Our little ones already know this – whether it’s a tiara or their favorite Frozen get up – kids are like magpies – drawn to anything that glitters! Sometimes, our kids could teach us a thing or two about style – a little glitter always brightens up a room! Check out some of my favorite sparkly clothes and add some shine to your fall fashion!

Saint Laurent sequin tweed dress $3190

Alice + Olivia skirt $440

Dress the Population dress $218

BB Dakota jacket $106

Forever 21 top $27.80

J Brand leather pants $950

Alice + Olivia dress $396

Diane von Furstenberg top $298

Topshop midi skirt $75

Forever 21 jeans $32.90

Isabel Marant jacket $3910

By Malene Birger skirt $545

Alice + Olivia sequin pants $440

Parker tank $297

Paige coated jeans $166.83

Mink Pink dress $56.85

Haute Hippie dress $795

Rebecca Minkoff jacket $598

Diane von Furstenberg dress $470

Line & Dot sequin romper - sparkly clothes

Line & Dot sequin romper $156

Topshop dress $85

Forever 21 cardigan $22.90

MOMMA WANTS… delicate personal jewelry

Like most kids Max loves to play with my makeup, jewelry shoes – but when his Auntie TTJ comes to town he is ALL about her personal jewelry – her Kimberly McDonald and best friend necklaces are always a favorite!

Tis the season to start thinking about what you want for christmas and personal jewelry is always a winner! Personal jewelry are those sentimental delicate pieces that subtly define you – they’re those necklaces, rings, bracelets that you wear everyday. They become a second skin, and while you don’t register that you’re wearing them you would feel naked without them. Personal jewelry is exactly that, personal, sentimental – not necessarily expensive but chosen with great thought. Whether it’s a simple band on your pinky finger, the little heart earrings you never take out, a necklace with a simple charm – these are the things you bookmark and send to your husband, they are the things you might one day pass on to your children. I, personally, don’t wear a lot of jewelry but the pieces I wear I never take off – my Cartier love bracelets, my Anita Ko diamond spike earrings, me wedding rings – all gifts from my husband, all deeply meaningful and each with a story that makes me smile. Check out some of my favorite personal jewelry and bookmark this page because the holidays are coming – and somebody has to help your poor husband figure out what to get you!

NECKLACES:

Jennifer Meyer necklace $3250

Kacey K necklace $860

Ginette_ny necklace $345

Lacey Ryan necklace $105

Melinda Maria necklace $58

Anita Ko necklace $7350

Jennifer Meyer necklace $675

Monica Vinader necklace $275

Jennifer Zeuner necklace $187

Tai evil eye necklace $55

RINGS:

Anita Ko double eternity ring $3375

EF Collection ring $850

Jennifer Meyer ring $250

Blanca Monros Gomez sapphire ring $195

Gorjana ring $35

Kismet de Milka ring $1735

Jennifer Meyer ring $675

Kacey K ring $345

Elizabeth and James ring $165

Gorjana midi ring set $35

BRACELETS:

Spallanzani Jewels bracelet $12500

Ileana Makri evil eye bracelet $1175

Eddie Borgo bracelet $400

Jennifer Zeuner bracelet $176

Tai wishbone bracelet $70

Jennifer Meyer bracelet - personal jewelry

Jennifer Meyer bracelet $5800

EF Collection diamond chain bracelet $675

Maria Black finger bracelet $225

Samantha Wills astrology bangle $109

BP best friends cuffs (set of 2) $18

EARRINGS:

Anita Ko earrings $6525

Jennifer Meyer diamond bar studs $675

Blana Monros Gomez diamond studs $305

Melissa Joy Manning earrings $200

Gorjana friendship heart studs $55

Kismet by Milka diamond hoop earrings $3146

Vita Fede ear jacket $475

Jennifer Meyer studs $275

SHY by Sydney Evan studs $150

Tai alphabet earring with stud - personal jewelry

Tai alphabet earring with stud $40

MOMMA NEEDS… winter white now!

Winter white is all about a crisp fresh look – a piece with texture helps give you a more wintery feel.

The great thing about wearing white in the winter – it transitions perfectly when spring hits! And as we already know, white is HOT for next season too!

While white may not seem like the logical choice for our little ones it sure does look angelic on them – just invest in some oxi-clean!

So, the weather (even here in Southern California) is starting to get cold and it’s time to break out your winter white clothes! I know it seems crazy and against the “rules” (white after labor day – poo poo) but its super chic and it’s not just for summer anymore!! You can where the frost color all year round but we just call it winter white come fall… Nothing looks as crisp and fresh as white and for those of us who don’t lead a perfect stain free life (hello, kids equal messy) it’s all about stocking up on some oxi-clean! Winter white is traditionally an off white to cream version of the traditionally summer hue – but I think that in this day and age even a crisp icy white can look appropriate (and incredibly chic) for the cold months! You can wear white on white, keep it tonal with shades of light, pair it with color for a pop, keep it modern and slick with black or soft and pretty with one of the many shades of gray flooding the market – you simply can’t go wrong! Check out some of my favorite winter white clothes to get you through the cold months and well into spring summer – there’s nothing seasonal about looking fabulous!

First for us:

Vince coat $745

Milly dress $385

Current/Elliott cords $248

TFNC wrap blouse $53.06

Alexander McQueen dress $2625

J Crew pants $300

BCBG shirt $138

Blank Denim jacket $98

Neiman Marcus cashmere wrap coat $1295

Theory blazer $415

Free People sweater dress - winter white

Free People sweater dress $198

Topshop skirt $105

Petit Bateau turtleneck $70

Helmut Lang angora cardigan $875

Nicholas skirt $330

Jamison cardigan sweater $216

Rag & Bone jeans $185

Asos dress $72.01

Some adorable winter white for our littlest ones:

Isabel Garreton dress and bloomers set $88

Tane Organics coveralls $138

Gap sweater dress $44.95

Andy & Evan shirtzie bodysuit $46

Old Navy hoodie $12

Old Navy fleece pants $9.94

Armani Jr dress $145

Little Marc Jacobs one piece $132

Ralph Lauren dress $49.50

Nununu sweatpants $55

Carter’s puffer vest $21

Gap one piece $24.95

And some amazing winter white pieces for our slightly bigger ones:

Lili Gaufrette dress $128

Canada Goose parka $450

Zara dress $35.90

Diesel tee $35

Carter’s cardigan $20.99

Carter’s tee $12.60

Ruby & Bloom coat $66

Nununu tee $50

Billieblush leggings $34

Ralph Lauren polo $39.50

Old Navy skirt $12

Old Navy cords $15

MATERNITY MONDAY… maternity options to style the bump!

Women love to have choices so when your pregnant having maternity options gives you the ability to dress in comfort, style and not have to be tied to the same Mrs. Roper muumuu for 9 months. The maternity fashion industry is vast and it understands that having a child doesn’t mean giving up your style aesthetic – so pregnancy fashion really is the same trends you love with a bit more room in the middle! Great maternity options include everything from skinny jeans to cocktail dresses and everything in between because your life doesn’t stop just because you’re creating a new life! Pregnancy is a magical time – and it might by the last chance (for awhile anyway) that you get to get out there, have dinner with friends, sit at a cafe reading a book, go on vacation, even working from the office – so you may as well get dressed up! Check out some of my favorite maternity options this week and figure out what your pregnancy wardrobe is going to look like!

Isabella Oliver dress $142.13

Asos maternity trench $113.70

Hatch maternity top $228

James maternity jeans $145

Asos maternity dress - maternity options

Asos maternity dress $85.28

Asos maternity jumpsuit $56.85

Topshop shirt $58

Asos maternity velvet leggings $47.38

Hatch dress $288

Nom Maternity sweater $88

DL196 maternity jeans $168

Isabella Oliver maternity coat $490.81

Mamalicious sweater dress $79.59

Asos maternity top $47.38

Celebrity Pink maternity jeans $49.98

Jessica Simpson maternity dress - maternity options

Jessica Simpson maternity dress $69

MOMMA LOVES… great knee high boots

A great pair of knee high boots like my YSL’s here should be the key accessory in every fall wardrobe! They’re tough, tall and able to withstand any trend!

I’ve blogged about ankle boots and over the knee but the hero that never goes out of style are those fabulous knee high boots. Knee high boots are a classic in the footwear world – they are versatile, sophisticated yet cool and a must have for fall. Pair them with skirts and tights or over your favorite skinny jeans or leggings and they inject instant style to your look. Perfect for the office, a walk in the park or an evening out – knee high boots will take you everywhere you want to go this season. They give you the extra warmth when you need a bit more coverage, they can be sexy or even casual – they are the ultimate fall footwear. Check out some of my favorite knee high boots and fall in love all over again.

Christian Louboutin boots $1295

Alice + Olivia boots $595

Louie et Cie boots $294.95

Forever 21 boots $39.90

Givenchy boots $2075

Alexander Wang boots $1150

DKNY boots $400

MICHAEL Michael Kors boots $284.95

Steve Madden boots $149.95

Valentino boots $1845

Jimmy Choo boots $1075

See by Chloe boots $570

Cole Haan boots $298

Zizi Girl boots $168.95

New Look boots $66.31

Saint Laurent boots $1595

Diane von Furstenberg boots $695

Vince Camuto boots $218.95

Steve Madden boots $129.95

Forever 21 boots $39.90

MOMMA LOVES… the LBB (little black blazer)

My little black blazers are my second skin – this Helmut Lang one is perfect for every occasion!

Whether you’re going to the office, the park or a dinner date a well tailored blazer instantly adds finish to your look!

There is no question that my ultimate wardrobe staple is a great little black blazer. Over the years I have amassed many versions from Helmut Lang to Rag & Bone to Zara and yet I never tire of them or stop the search for more. The perfect little black blazer paired with a blouse (or even a more casual tee) and skinny jeans is my uniform – it has been for years and if it ain’t broke… These jackets are the ultimate classic – it’s all about getting a great fit and it will be your ultimate go-to for just about every occasion. There is nothing corporate about the little black blazer (although it is absolutely perfect for the office) it is cool, sophisticated and enormously versatile. I also believe these jackets are seasonless, in spring summer layered over a little camisole when the evenings are a bit crisp, fall winter with a scarf and layered under a heavier coat (unless you live in Southern California and the blazer is pretty much it). Check out some of my favorites and add the perfect layer to your fall winter wardrobe with a great LBB (little black blazer baby).

Helmut Lang blazer $695

Theory blazer $424

Soft Joie jacket $178

Asos blazer $85.28

Elizabeth and James blazer $485

Alice + Olivia blazer $396

Zara blazer $129

Forever 21 blazer $27.80

Balmain blazer $1100

Haute Hippie blazer $495

Vince Camuto jacket $150

Althea blazer $98

Neil Barrett double tuxedo jacket $2665

Rag & Bone blazer $550

Helmut Lang blazer $460

MICHAEL Michael Kors blazer $250

Topshop blazer $90

MATERNITY MONDAY… stylish pregnancy wear – yeah baby!

There’s a bun in your oven and it might just be time to be looking for some stylish pregnancy wear. Shopping for those cute little newborn onesie is the fun stuff – but finding great clothes for your growing bump that are both comfortably and fabulous can be quite the challenge. I love a challenge, so my mission to find stylish pregnancy wear that you will make you want to (almost) hold on to your baby weight is on! Just because you’ve got a baby on board doesn’t mean it’s time to sacrifice style (believe me there will be plenty of other sacrifices ones your bundle of joy joins you) so it’s all about finding clothes you would want to wear even if you weren’t pregnant. Check out some of my favorite stylish pregnancy wear this week and rest assured this is one thing you won’t have to fret about for the next 9 months!