Red Soled Momma - Page 48 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… great fashion for sale

‘Tis the season… the season for sales, incredible sales, mind altering sales. The New Year is upon us, so it wouldn’t be the worst thing in the world to get some great deals! Some of my favorite retailers like Intermix (which is doing a ‘more you buy the more you save’), Asos and Shopbop have insane deals for incredible fashion for sale with up to 70% off! Whether you’re a working mom, a stay at home mom or somewhere in between – there are SO many wonderful deals out there – so start the new year by saving money AND looking incredible!

Torn by Ronny Kobo $399

J Brand t-shirt $75 (was $250)

Rag & Bone velvet jeggings $199

Dune biker boots $108.89

Bailey 44 top $149

Aqua cashmere skirt $69.50

Helmut by Helmut Lang jacket $322

Jerome C Rousseah heels $238

BB Dakota top $34

Joe’s Jeans rolled ankle jeans $79

Michael by Michael Kors bag $278.60

Asos coat $77.13

Diane Von Furstenberg dress $298

Asos heels $36.30

Stella McCartney bag $604.80 (WAS $1680!!)

Blank NYC jeans $78.40

A Fine Line draped back t-shirt $39.60

Be & D sneakers $79

SHOP MY CLOSET check out my profile on vaunte.com

Vaunte.com is a truly great shop – its basically ebay for the best closets in the world! They profile stylists, editors, designers and socialites and provide the opportunity for people to shop some of the highly coveted items in their closets! Check out my profile and shop my closet!

MOMMA LOVES… denim reinvented – this ain’t no blue jean baby.

There will always be a massive place in our wardrobes for blue jeans. They are tried and true – versatile and comfortable - but they are not what this post is about. I’m talking about denim reinvented. These jeans are in every color of the rainbow, they’re velvet, waxed, printed and they’re for women as well as children. This denim is wild, elegant, rock and roll and sometimes even office appropriate. Denim designers are thinking way outside the box and taking jeans as we know them to a whole new level. Denim reinvented transforms the comfort and fit of your favorite jeans into high fashion trousers. We will always have a love affair with our jeans – they are certainly part of my uniform – these are the jeans you’ve always loved with a splash of something extra special. The denim market is so flush with innovation and technology its always interesting to see what they will think of next! Check out some of my top picks for denim with a twist for us as well as our little boys and girls…

First for the ladies…

Paige harlequin print jeans $189

Forever 21 velvet baroque jeans $24.80

J Brand coated jeans $245

Nast Gal spotted jeans $68

AG Jeans coated denim leggings $205

7 For All Mankind jeans $198

Blank Denim coated jeans $88

7 For All Mankind jeans $169

Forever 21 plaid jeans $8.80

Frankie B jeans $174

Topshop jeans $80

Rag & Bone jeans $231

Frankie B coated ombre jeans $176

Blank NYC polk dot jeans $98

Paige coated skinny jeans $269

Zara floral print jeans $35.90

7 For All Mankind jacquard jeans $198

Topshop moto leopard jeans $76

And for the little ones…

Gap heart print jeans $29.95

Gap jeans with skull patch $34.95

Old Navy floral print jeans $16.94

7 For All Mankind houdstooth jeans $38.71

Peek jeans $58

Gap jeans $12.99

Old Navy jeans $19.94

Gap jeans $29.95

Tucker and Tate jeggings $21.44

Hudson camo jeans $59

J Crew floral print jeans $69.50

J Crew jeans $39.99

Freestyle jeans $14.99

Gap fleece lined jeans $29.95

Zara jeans $19.99

MOMMA NEEDS… storage solutions for the holiday haul

I hope everyone is having a wonderful holiday – gifts, food, friends, family and the joy of watching kids enjoying the magic of christmas… But what are we left with? That’s right – a big old mess. Its amazing how much things can accumulate and now that all the gifts that had been neatly stored under a tree that’s soon to disappear, what do we do with all this new stuff? It’s time to start thinking about storage solutions because in the new year I really do resolve to reclaim my living room! And my bedroom and office and kitchen and bathroom… In order to do this I need some proper storage that looks chic in my living room and storage that’s cute for his room. 2014 is coming people and I want to start the new year right with a clean slate and a clean home. So, here are my storage solutions that look great and can hide all the new acquisitions…

for our space…

Pottery Barn side table $499

West Elm storage bed frame $1199-1299

Target storage ottoman $49.98

Safavieh storage bench $475.95

Pottery Barn lockers $699

West Elm storage coffee table $499

An Elegant Retreat storage bench $419

Sonoma life + style storage trunk $249.99

Safavieh storage ottoman $178

Find Your Fit storage bed $699-$829

For the kids areas…

Land of Nod storage bookcase $599

Pottery Barn woven nursey storage $47 – $79

Levels of Discovery storage bench $199.95

Firehouse bookcase $83.99

KidKraft dollhouse bookcase $124.99

Step2 Create & Store center $80.99

Land of Nod cubby cups $24.95

Kids Taxi book storage $279.99

Land of Nod activity table with storage $499

Step 2 lift and roll toy box $41.99 (they can roll the toys they want to play with into the living room and then right back out again!)

Toydozer clean up set $14.99

And now its time to store all those Christmas decorations away…. and while you’re in the attic, garage or basement storing things – you may as well put away any toys and clothes that are not longer being used… That is, if there might be more kids in the future… Also consider donating things that you haven’t used in a year to good will – we have enough clutter in our life – may as well give those things that we no longer use to those who will…

Sterilite 66qt storage containers (set of 6) $75.98

Sterilite 2 layer stack and carry (set of 4) $45.56

Hefty 34qt storage box (set of 6) $53.94

HAPPY HOLIDAYS

Happy Holidays everyone – hope everyone is enjoying some time of with family, friends and their beautiful little ones. This is my favorite time of the year and I wanted to send love and good wishes to everyone out there!

PS – wanted to share with you one of my favorite products which are these insanely fun foam bath letters, numbers and sea animals which max just loves and we love to put special messages for loved ones and holidays – makes great cards, emails, Facebook posts etc!!!

Hope you’re all having a magical holiday with your loved ones!

Munchkin sea and learn bath toy set $13.50

Lots of love from this Red Soled Momma

MOMMA NEEDS…. sleepwear for us and our little ones

Twas the day before Christmas, and what shall I post?

Why, the items of clothing which we wear the most!

As bedtime approaches there are things I must share,

what to put on for bed – yes the hallowed sleepwear!

Not the boxers and t-shirts we borrow from dad,

but the jammies and slippers we all wish we had!

So many options in fleece, cashmere and cotton,

lets hope after this they won’t soon be forgotten.

Without further adieu here’s my favorite pajamas

They’re cozy and cute for both kids and their mommas!

First for the ladies…

Equipment PJ set $388

Make + Model robe $48

Arlotta cashmere slippers $79.99

Wild Fox pajama set $118

Victoria’s Secret terry robe $59.50

Eberjey pajama set $97

Arlotta cashmere robe $219.99

UGG Australia slippers $119.95

Aquq pajama set $68

UGG Australia slippers $129.95

Eberjey pajama set $152

Toms slippers $53.95

PJ Salvage thermal sleep shirt $48

Muk Luks slippers $40.95

DKNY pajamas $68

Josie robe $68

Acorn spa slipper $39.95

Asos onesie $36.30

Barefoot Dreams robe $90

New Look onesie $32.65

French Connection slipper socks $12.70

Gap sleepwear $39.95

Gillian O’Malley slipper boots $14.99

Gap robe $69.95

And for the little ones:

Books To Bed Goodnight Moon book and pj set $49

Gap pajama set $24.95

Hatley lamb slippers $24

Petit Bateau pajamas $50

Bedhead pajama set $60

Baby Aspen Robe $31

Gap sleepwear $24.95

Hartstrings pajama set $18.62

Stride Rite bear paw slippers $23.95

J Crew cloud sleepwear $52

J Crew glow in the dark sleep set $52

Gap terry bear sleep robe $39.95

Little me footie and hat $18

Just One You by Carter’s pajamas $7.99

UGG Australis baby bootie slippers $34.96

Circo footed sleeper $12.99

Gap sleepwear $26.95

Hatley robe $27.05

Big Aspen shark robe $29.99

Disney princess pajama set $16

DC Comics Batmans pajama set $14

Target character slippers $9.99 (each pair)

Marvel batman slipper $15.95

Gap onesie $24.95

Offspiring velour footie pajamas $22.50

Kissy Kissy convertible gown $38

Elmo robe and bootie set $16.99

MOMMA KNOWS… best bras for all of your holiday dresses

Last week I did a feature on what lies beneath the dress in terms of shape wear… This week, I thought it only fitting (ha ha ha – couldn’t help myself) to share some of the best bras, inserts and stylist secrets for making you lady friends look great in the dress. Shapewear helps tame your curves – now I’m going to show you how to accentuate the curves you want! Let’s face it moms, for those of us who breast fed things aren’t what they used to be on top… We need all the support we can get and dresses are often backless or one shouldered or strapless – don’t worry, I’m here to show you all my stylist tricks of the trade and share the best bras and bra accessories out there to keep you looking fabulous!

Calvin Klein convertible push up bra $44 (converts to criss cross in the back)

Fashion Forms plunge bra $28

Victoria’s Secret multi-way bra $55 (6 ways to wear it from strapless to one shoulder and everything in between)

Calvin Klein strapless push up bra $42

Fashion forms strapless and backless bra $36

Natori plunge bra $50

Warcoal bustier $85

Low back strap bra attachment $8.50

Now for the cutlets.. yes – every celebrity relies on these puppies to give that helping hand by boosting cleavage and adding fullness where its needed…

Fashion Forms Nubra $75 *** this is the ultimate in my stylist kit – they give fullness and cleavage! You don’t even need a bra!

Fashion Forms silicon push ups $30 (create a fuller bust by inserting these in your bra)

Fashion Forms underwire adhesive push up $30 (this is basically an adhesive underwire pushup without the bra)

For those of you daring and able to go bra-less don’t forget nipple covers and double sided tape – no nip slips please!

Fashion Forms gel petal nipple covers $15

Fashion Forms double sided dress tape $20 (no stylist is prepared without double sided tape!)

MATERNITY MONDAY – best diaper bags and they look great too!

Baby on board? Well, whether your bundle of joy is still cooking or has already arrived one thing is for sure – you need a diaper bag!! Why is a diaper bag different from other bags? Well, its go compartments for bottles, is wipeable (for all the milk spills and other messes that come with baby), it usually comes with a changing pad (trust me – you need this) and it fits everything you need for an outing with your little one! One of the first things I bought when I found out I was expecting was my Gucci diaper bag. I thought I was being so practical and responsible buying something I needed and didn’t just want… But, the truth was I was terrified of hideous diaper bags and I needed the security that I wouldn’t have to sacrifice my love for accessories when my little guy arrived. That said, there are SO many amazing designs out there, I really didn’t have to worry at all. I wanted to share some of the amazing, yet practical best diaper bags out there so you can be prepared for your baby’s little accidents and still be excited about your new bag! Enjoy my favorite selects that will give your non-expecting friends bag envy…

Gucci diaper bag $1100

Kate Spade diaper bag $318

Storksak diaper bag $132

Skip Hop (Jonathan Adler designed) diaper bag $70

Marc by Marc Jacobs diaper bag $298

Eddie Bauer diaper bag $35.99

Storksak diaper bag $132

Danzo Baby diaper bag $195

Baby Essentials diaper bag $24.99

Marc by Marc Jacobs diaper bag $298

Ju-Ju-Be diaper bag $50

Prada diaper bag $1140

Skip Hop expandable bag $48.99

Kate Spade diaper bag $418

And because the ladies shouldn’t have all the fun – and there are lots of men that share diaper duty – the amazing diaper bag for Dad!

Diaper Dude diaper bag $60

Diaper Dude diaper bag $59.99

MOMMA LOVES… sophia webster shoes on sale!

Its that time of year again – shoe sale time!!! I have featured this young British shoe designer several times on my site and I am constantly amazed by how innovative her designs are. These are not functional shoes – these are desirable shoes – these are, I have to have these, shoes! She has truly exploded – I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, if Carrie Bradshaw were here she would be having a love affair with her Sophia Webster shoes. Her shoes were featured on all of those stunning Victoria’s Secret models for the big fashion show this month and she will be on tons of celebrities when awards season kicks off next month. I wanted to do a quick feature because so many of her shoes are on sale now and they are selling out fast! PS – I should note that I have found that they run a little small so I would advise going up a half a size… I was at Saks yesterday and I couldn’t find any left in my size (tragedy) – so check out these shoes and try to control yourself!

Sophia Webster holographic shoes were $795 now $397.50

Sophia Webster sandals was $689.31 now $482.52

Sophia Webster shoes were $575 now $384

Sophia Webster bootie was $695 now $465

Sophia Webster flats were $420 now $294

Sophia Webster ankle boots was $695 now $486.50

Sophia Webster heart print pumps were $420 now $294

Sophia Webster pumps were $495 now $247.49

Sophia Webster rose print shoes were $650 now $455

Sophia Webster shoes $395 (I’m not sure if these are on sale but they are too fabulous to leave out!)

SHOP THE LOOK SUNDAY

Once again, I wanted to do a feature which allows you to the shop the look. I am highlighting the trends I focused on this week and how to wear them. Check out how I’ve chosen to style some of my favorite items from my posts on the little black dress, snow gear, fabulous flats and leggings and have fun shopping the look!