Red Soled Momma - Page 16 of 58 - Long time fashion stylist and recent mom Red Soled Momma is a blog about my journey back to glamour after baby & all the wondrous things.

MOMMA LOVES… an east west bag (forever)

I’m a long time fan of my Balenciaga bags – yes, they’re awesome, but they’re also the ideal east west bag – I never have to hunt around to find my keys or phone – the proportions are absolute perfection!

I’m a girl that loves style and convenience – so I’m ALL about an east west bag. For those of you who might be unfamiliar it’s simply a bag that’s more of a horizontal style than a vertical (or north south) style. Easy to carry, super cute and the added bonus and main selling point (for me) so much easier to quickly and easily find things like keys, wallet, diapers, etc… The east west bag will always be popular and on point and I felt it was time to shine a light on it’s fabulousness (is that a word?). My Balenciaga city bags will always be some of my favorites and the style will never go, well, out of style. Chic, simple and sensible – a great east west bag is an absolute must have… So check out some of my favorite versions of this wardrobe staple.

Valentino bag $2495

Fendi bag $1100

Rebecca Minkoff satchel $395

Topshop bag $70

Saint Laurent bag $2950

Gucci bag $1750

Tory Burch satchel $475

Due West bag $98

Proenza Schouler bag $1795

Annabel Ingall tote $415

MICHAEL Michael Kors bag $298

Forever 21 satchel $32.90

Balenciaga bag $1985 (and this bag comes in a great range of colors)

Diane von Furstenberg bag $498

Vince Camuto satchel $248

Asos east west bag $53.06

MOMMA WANTS… pencil skirts (in every length)

We’re having a bit of construction done on the pool area – perfect opportunity to wear my pencil skirt? Makes me fee like a boss lady.

The pencil skirt is a great classic – it can be paired with pretty much everything – I like to balance this slim fit bottom with something a bit bulkier on top.

I’ve been a mini skirt kind of girl for a million years but I have a new love for pencil skirts. Whether cropped above the knee, right below the knee – or the new popular (although harder to pull off) tea length, which is about mid calf, this look is incredibly chic! Perfect for the office or a night out – this look is super slick sophisticated, lady like yet modern. You could pair these pencil skirts with everything from a feminine blouse, a polished blazer or even a chunky knit – they’re so streamline on the bottom they leave you free to go in any direction on the top. Figure hugging, yet flattering – it’s all about choosing the length and fit that best suits your height and frame. If you’re a petit look for petit sizes or opt for a knee length version, and if you’re taller, pretty much any length goes. These pencil skirts embrace and support your curves whilst still being 100% elegant yet cool. You absolutely have to have one of these go-to skirt in your closet! Check out some of my favorite pencil skirts and figure out how you want to wear them!

Roland Mouret skirt $795

Clover Canyon skirt $264

5th and Mercer skirt $125

Asos skirt $30.32

Ralph Lauren Black Label skirt $665

Line II Dion Lee skirt $475

BCBG skirt $178

Forever 21 skirt $27.90

Burberry Prorsum skirt $895

Tanya Taylor skirt $450

Elizabeth and James skirt $265

Joa skirt $68

ALC pencil skirt $495

Milly skirt $295

AIR by Alice & Olivia $198

Topshop skirt $52

MATERNITY MONDAY… pregnancy fashion for expectant moms!

Don’t be anxious about pregnancy fashion – just because you’re with child doesn’t have to mean finding yourself in a style rut. As it so happens, there are incredibly maternity clothes available that actually look just like your normal comfort with a bit of room in the middle for that adorable bump. Figuring out how to style the bump can feel overwhelming (along with everything else that comes with expecting) but there truly is some fabulous pregnancy fashion out there, and I’m here to point it out for you! Stay true to yourself while also making sure you’re comfortable (if you’re not comfortable both physically and stylistically – an outfit simply won’t get worn) and don’t ignore your personal aesthetic. Check out some of my favorite pregnancy fashion this week and get your maternal glow on!

Asos maternity dress $66.33

Lilac clothing maternity top $88

Topshop maternity jeans $70

Topshop maternity dress $45

Topshop maternity top $26

Asos maternity pants $66.33

Asos maternity dress $142.13

Asos embellished maternity top $66.33

Asos maternity jeans $56.85

Topshop maternity cardigan $60

Asos maternity dress $85.28

Asos maternity top $66.33

Asos maternity pants $66.33

Tees by Tina maternity dress $98

Topshop maternity tunic $55

Japanese Weekend maternity leggings $58

Hatch dress $288

MOMMA’S UNDER $100… great fashion buys you won’t want to miss

What are you going to do with that extra $100?

Staying on budget doesn’t have to mean sacrificing your style – it simply means being smarter and seeking out the best fashion buys. Spending more money on classic pieces like a little black dress or the perfect pair o jeans and less on trend driven pieces. Great fashion buys is a combination or those brilliant pieces you crave that don’t break the bank and those even less expensive pieces that can transform your look to look far more expensive than it is. Style is an attitude, an aesthetic, NOT a price tag. You want to feel great in what you wear without feeling guilty about what you paid for it – and as the consumer you can afford to be smart about the purchases you choose. Check out some of the great fashion buys of the week that will have you pulling out your wallet happily without breaking the bank!

Asks dress $94.75

Kate Spade bracelet $88

Steve Madden sandals $79.95

River Island clutch $32.22

Free People shirt $98

Blank jeans $88

Bruna necklace $25

Forever 21 boots $37.90

Topshop bag $65

Topshop top $25

Topshop skirt $52

Gorjana hoop earrings $60

Steve Madden pumps $89.95

Forever 21 bag $29.90

Asos jumpsuit $85.28

Gorjana ring to wrist cuff bracelet $68.60

Zara boots $89.90

New Look bag $30.30

Forever 21 blouse $19.90

Zara pants $59.90

Forever 21 blazer $29.90

Asos earrings $15.16

Trina Turk sandals $99.97

New Look bag $56.83

Asks dress $47.38

Juliet & Company necklace $72

BCBG Generation sandals $79.98

Forever 21 bag $22.90

MOMMA NEEDS… skinny jeans for always

A great pair of skinny jeans will take you everywhere!

They can withstand an adventure with your little one and still look fabulous!

Yup, skinny jeans are tried, true and not going anywhere but you’ll be going everywhere in them! They have withstood the test of time because they flatter every figure by creating a long, lean, slim line silhouette and who doesn’t want that. Skinny jeans tend to have quite a bit of stretch (otherwise how would we get these things on) so they hug your curves while also giving you a fair amount of support. This denim trend can be worn dressed down with a casual tee or knit or up with a sexy blouse or blazer for an evening out making it super versatile and always a great purchase that will get plenty of wear! Check out some of my favorite skinny jeans it might just be time to get yourself a new pair for the new year.

J Brand skinnies $227

AG denim leggings $188

Free People jeans $128

Blank jeans $75

Rag & Bone jeans $198

Asos jeans $56.85

Forever 21 jeans $19.90

R13 jeans $325

7 For All Mankind jeans $198

Topshop jeans $65

Hudson jeans $198

Paige Denim jeans $169

Free People jeans $68

Frame jeans $225

AG jeans $198

Citizens of Humanity jeans $178

Forever 21 jeans $27.90

MOMMA LOVES…. mules – the hot new shoe

Sophia Webster mules are absolutely captivating. These angel wing versions were on the top of my Christmas list…

I was shocked as anyone when I realized quite quickly that for us shoe-aholics are future includes some fabulous mules and clogs… That’s right – those backless shoes that always come creeping back are once again in vogue. Mules have dominated the catwalk recently and they are quickly and beautifully making their way into our favorite stores and soon enough into our closets. They can be closed toed or open, high or low but they are all about putting on a fabulous front! Mules are super easy to slip in and out of and can transition easily from day to night. Some of the latest incarnations are part clog part mule but regardless of the variations of styling – this shoe is back and an enormous trend. Check out some of the latest and greatest mules that will have you slinging out the sling backs!

Jimmy Choo heels $995

Sophia Webster sandals $675

Sam Edelman sandals $160

Topshop shoes $105

Zara heels $59.99

Giuseppe Zanotti mules $815

Gucci platform mule $750

Chloe sandals $645

Schutz heels $180

River Island sandals $94.75

Lanvin mules $1490

Paul Andrew sandals $945

Alexandre Birman sandals $550

Enzo Angiolini heels $118.95

River Island sandals $94.75

Miu Miu mule sandals $750

Michael Kors clogs $595

Vince mule slides $395

Coach wedge $195

Forever 21 mules $32.90

MOMMA LOVES… tuxedo jackets (for you – not the man in your life)

This Rag & Bone tuxedo blazer is one of my favorites – it has leather lapels and even moderate tails. Super chic and actually very versatile!

As I have mentioned many times before – I love blazers and tuxedo jackets are basically just super special blazers! A satin or leather lapel and super elegant details transform the tried and true jacket into a truly unique piece for your wardrobe. Dress it down for day with simple jeans and and tee or dress it up for evening over your favorite little black dress or sparkly cocktail dress! The piece transitional beautifully from day to night! The tuxedo jacket has been around for ages and became the mark of a strong sexy woman in the 70′s when Bianca Jagger brought this menswear trend for women to the main stream. Since then countless celebrities have worn the tuxedo as an alternative to traditional red carpet dresses. The look is strong, confident and perfect play on masculine/feminine styling. Check out some of my favorite tuxedo jackets and get ready to fall in love with this menswear inspired trend that is certain to become your new wardrobe favorite!

Victoria Beckham jacket $2960

Laveer tux blazer $595

J Crew blazer $250

Asos tuxedo blazer $104.23

Forever 21 tuxedo blazer $32.90

Stella McCartney jacket $1960

Helmut Lang cropped tuxedo blazer - tuxedo jackets

Helmut Lang cropped tuxedo blazer $575

Alice & Olivia tuxedo blazer $396

Line & Dot tuxedo jacket dress $159

Zara tuxedo blazer $79.99

Gucci tuxedo jacket $2350

Veronica Beard tux jacket $655

Alice & Olivia tuxedo blazer $484

Nasty Gal blazer $58

Rachel Zoe tux dress $455

Jack Wills tuxedo jacket $301.31

Topshop tuxedo blazer $125

Forever 21 blazer $37.80

MOMMA KNOWS… 2015 Golden Globes fashion review

My top picks of the night (clockwise from the top left) Naomi Watts in Gucci, Kate Hudson in Atelier Versace, Julianne Moore in Givenchy, Emma Stone in Lanvin and Amal Clooney in Dior.

It’s that time of year again – time for my 2015 Golden Globes fashion review. I watch award shows like men watch the Super Bowl, there is chips, alcohol and a healthy dose of screaming, throwing things are the screen and heart dropping moments of fabulous. Yes, I can’t get enough of Amy Poehler and Tina Fey, but 2015 Golden Globes fashion is what gets me heart racing… It may not have been the most dynamic night of style but there were certainly a few drop the mike Versace moments. I’m talking about two of my favorites – Kate Hudson absolutely shredding the carpet in her white hot cut down to there Atelier Versace and, of course, Jane Fonda showing reinventing what 77 looks like and putting us all to shame in her insanely sexy red Versace. While this year had nobody sporting anything too crazy (no swan or ballerina get ups) it was certainly a hopeful return to glamour with healthy does of sparkles, color, white and bling! So, my top take away 2015 Golden Globes fashion trends are as follows:

Heavy metal! Just like Julianne Moore’s stunning Givenchy Haute Couture number – everything from pretty silver to darker gun metal (and every shade of metallic) reigned supreme on last night’s red carpet. The stars did what they do best – they sparkled and I absolutely LOVED it. Glamour was back and in full force on everyone from Jennifer Lopez to new comer Dakota Johnson and I’m pretty sure all the glitter could be seen from outer space there was so much of it!! Jewels weren’t the only thing blinging at the 2015 Golden Globes and I look forward to seeing more of this metallic trend take over.

(l-r) Julianne Moore in Givenchy Haute Couture, Kate Beckinsale inElie Saab, Jennifer Lopez in Zuhair Murad and Dakota Johnson in Chanel Haute Couture.

White haute! Following from the glitz and glamour comes the beacon of light from the ladies in white. Ethereal and stunning – forget orange, because white is the new black. With red carpet super stars from Reese Witherspoon to Emily Blunt rocked this white hot look. The silhouettes may have varied but there is no question that bright white dominated the Golden Globes.

(l-r) Emily Blunt in custom Michael Kors, Julia Louis-Dreyfus in Narciso Rodriguez, Selma Hayek in Alexander McQueen and my favorite Kate Hudson in Atelier Versace

Pop of Color. I mean, who doesn’t love some color? It’s the hottest way to stand out in a crowd, that’s for sure! Naomi Watts and Jenna Dewan stunned in gorgeous yellow while host Amy Poehler and award winner, Amy Adams experimented with shades of blue. These bold hues are always welcome to the red carpet, and while color is often considered a bit risky, the pay off is huge!

(l-r) Naomi Watts in Gucci, Amy Poehler in Stella McCartney, Jenna Dewan in Carolina Herrera and Amy Adams in Atelier Versace.

Scarlett fever. Of course, the red carpet always has it’s fair share of ladies in red and this year was no exception. Far too many to fit in this trend report rocked the crimson shade. Allison Williams and Taylor Schilling went all out with their voluminous gowns, Julianne Margulies showed some ankle action with her tea length version and Jane Fonda… Well, there’s only one word for her, wow.

(l-r) Allison Williams in Armani Prive, Julianna Margulies in Ulyana Sergeenko, Taylor Schilling in Ralph Lauren and Jane Fonda in Versace.

Tuxedo dressing. This years black was evolved and far cooler than usual. I call it tuxedo dressing because it was all about the details and a few masculine structures with incredibly feminine tailoring. I LOVED the younger girls, Lorde and Emma Stone, rocking the pant looks – a brave move for the Golden Globes red carpet but a total reminder that young hollywood rocks. Jennifer Anniston’s cummerbund and Amal Clooney’s white gloves (which I confess were not my favorite) added a touch of tux to their glamorous gowns. All in all, I think the best tux looks of the night may have belonged to the ladies…

(l-r) Lorde in Narciso Rodriguez, Emma Stone in Lanvin, Jennifer Aniston in Saint Laurent and Amal Clooney in Dior.

Boho ladies. Ordinarily we might see one or two print looks but last night we got a healthy helping of boho – prints from floral to butterflies adorned some of Hollywoods top leading ladies. The bohemian vibe injected color, ruffles and the unexpected onto the red carpet. A pregnant Keira Knightly embraced her bump with an empire silhouette Chanel number complete with butterflies and ruffles while red carpet golden girl Lupita Wyong’o took a bold step into the boho arena in her Giambattista Valli. Always a bit risky on the red carpet, the boho ladies were loud and proud last night!

Sienna Millier in Miu Miu, Keira Knightly in Chanel, Claire Danes in Valentino and Lupita Nyong’o in Giambattista Valli.

MATERNITY MONDAY… how to get that stylish bump

Every day there’s a new gorgeous celebrity making pregnancy look easy and you’re left wondering how to get that stylish bump… You don’t need a high power stylist, deep pockets or size 0 pregnancy body to achieve it – you just have to stay true to your personal style and tweek it according to your new shape. This may sound easier said than done but there are so many incredible maternity designs these day to help you to achieve that stylish bump you crave. Just remember to look for things that show off your shape or naturals make way for your growing midsection. This is not a time to be shy, this is time to revel in your baby glow and to celebrate your magical body – which why having a stylish bump has become so, pardon the pun, huge! Have fun, now is not the time to be modest, shy or hide – nothing looks more fabulous than a pregnant belly so it’s time to get dressed up (don’t worry – looking great doesn’t have to mean being uncomfortable – comfort is paramount at this time). Check out some of my favorite maternity picks of the week to give you the stylish bump that makes pregnancy look so good!

Asos maternity dress $56.85

Topshop maternity shirt $80

http://rstyle.me/n/vfd6d4fb6 $17

Asos maternity dress $66.33

Asos maternity/nursing top $41.69

Citizens of Humanity maternity jeans $248

Topshop maternity dress $65

Asos maternity coat $161.08

Hatch maternity shirt $248

Mamalicious pants $66.33

Asos maternity dress $79.59

Topshop maternity shirt $40

James Jeans maternity jeans $141

Hatch dress $208

Asos maternity top $66.33

Asos maternity skirt $47.38

Ingrid & Isabel maternity dress $88

Isabella Oliver maternity coat $293.73

MOMMA NEEDS… super stylin’ storage solutions

Max unloading our new storage bench – ummm, it’s there to hide the mess dude!

Once again we have been inundated with stuff and desperately in need of storage solutions. Short of renting out actual space I have once again been on the hunt for chic furniture that looks great but can also hide the clutter. I am so grateful for all the amazing gifts from the holidays but, of course, it is twofold… We have amazing fun new toys (and accessories) but nowhere to put them. I was actually a bit forward thinking this year and actually asked for a fabulous storage bench) as one of my gifts and it has already swallowed up tons of Max’s bits and pieces while also giving me a comfy place to sit! Check out some of my favorite stylish storage solutions and tick on of your new year resolutions (to keep the place tidy) off your list!!