Red Soled Momma - Page 53 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 PLEASE… cool nursery furniture for kids of all ages

I wanted to do a quick post on great nursery and kids room furnishings… I saw this amazing sale on Gilt.com today and there are things I covet and wanted to share with all of you. I love a pop of color, some modern shapes, and just great “make believe” furnishings that my little one can enjoy. Here are some fabulous additions for our kiddo’s space!

Pandea home chair $369

Pangea home chair $419

Vetro crib $3950

Kid Craft bed $135.99

cottage loft bed $1899

Kid Kraft kitchen $142.12 (to get him out of my kitchen!)

Kid Kraft vintage kitchen $186

Snurk princess duvet and pillow set $120

Urban Outfitters Rainbow nightlight $16

Kid Kraft book shelf $108.49

Bloom Fresco highchair $650

Schoenhut Elite Spinet & bench piano $118.49

MOMMA LOVES… in honor of Movember – the mustache and lips pop prints

It is that time of year again, Movember, and I wanted to do my bit to draw attention to men’s health. Since neither I nor my child can actually grow a must ache myself, (thankfully), I wanted to feature the insanely popular mustache print trend. I am coupling it with the lips print trend to add a bit of feminine flare for both us and our wee ones. It may seem crazy to wear mustache and lip prints, but as a stylist I have always believed fashion shouldn’t be so serious… Why not dress with a bit of humor and levity, (within reason – I mean we still want to look chic) and these pop art prints are very of the moment. So, ladies get your husband’s in for screening and without further adieu, here are some of my favorite lips and ‘staches: First for us…

Stella McCartney dress $2955

Markus Lupfet sweatpants $305

Milly top $93.80

Charlotte Olympia shoes $348.75

Lauren Moshi top $103

Lulu Guiness bag $106.69 available at www.asos.com

Diane Von Furstenburg clutch bag $345 available at www.netaporter.com

Zara t-shirt $35.90 available at www.zara.com

H&M loafers $29.95 available at www.hm.com

Jimmy Choo clutch bag $985 available at www.netaporter.com

Zara sweater $59.90 available at www.zara.com

Kotur clutch $650

Forever 21 sweatshirt $17.80 available at www.forever21.com

and for the little ones…

Doodle pants $22 available at www.ronrobinson.com

Zara t-shirt $16.90 available at www.zara.com

Gap bodysuit $12.95

Juicy Couture t-shirt $28.42

Target top $12.74

Tucker and Tate pjs $26

Milly dress $111

Old Navy t-shirt $6 available at www.oldnavy.com

Mini and Maximus hoodie $48 available at www.shopkitson.com

FCTRY pacifier $12.95 available at www.shopkitson.com

J Crew t-shirt $44 available at www.jcrew.com

Kohl’s 2 pack bodysuits $9

Zara t-shirt $16.90 available at www.zara.com

MOMMA TIP… cooking with truffle oil and truffle salt

Your cooking may have become limited since having your beloved little one. Often times the need is for quick and simple and, frankly, a little boring. One key ingredient I have found that transforms my meal from kids menu to ooh la la, is salt and/or oil infused with truffles!!! The magic ingredient which usually transforms a basic pasta dish to high end italian restaurant fare, from $15 to $115 has been infused into olive oil and sea salt for you to perk up meals in your own home. Add the oil or salt to kid friendly foods like mashed potatoes, scrambled eggs, pasta, mac and cheese and french fries and you have a 5 star meal for you! One of my favorite things to do is bake oven chips (they’re healthier than frying – see my recipe below) and then tossing them in truffle salt. My husband and friends go absolutely nuts for them!

Truffle oil $29.95 available at www.surlatable.com

*** My recipe for oven baked oven chips are easy:

heat oven to 475

ingredients: potatoes (I like the red skinned potatoes), olive oil, kosher salt, truffle salt

cut potatoes into 1 inch thick wedges and blanche them (in boiling water for about 3 to 4 minutes (then soaking them in cold running water for a minute or 2) then lay them out on a baking tray and toss them with olive oil and a little bit of kosher salt. Bake them for 10 minutes then clip them and bake for another 10 minutes and then flip again for another 8-10 until they are crispy. Take them out and toss them with truffle salt and serve!

MATERNITY MONDAY… for all my expectant mom friends

Its that time again, maternity monday… A place for all my expectant mom friends to come for some type tips and top buys to stay fashionable while your mid-section continues to grow. Here are some of my top maternity picks for the week (including THE maternity dress Kate Middleton wore for her official post baby portrait – it’s back in stores!)

Asos maternity dress $53.39 available at www.asos.com

Kate Middleton fashion maternity dress issa

Issa maternity dress $750 available at www.netaporter.com ***one of Kate Middleton’s favorite designers!

Asos maternity pants $53.39 available at www.asos.com

Topshop maternity tights $20 available at www.topshop.com

Topshop maternity dress $80 available at www.topshop.com

Topshop maternity t-shirt $32 available at www.topshop.com

Gap maternity sweater $39.95 available at www.gap.com

Topshop maternity pants $56 available at www.topsop.com

Mamalicious maternity blouse $43.61 available at www.asos.com

H&M maternity dress $34.95 available at www.hm.com

Mamalicious maternity sweater $74.75 available at www.asos.com

Asos dress $71.19 available at www.asos.com

kate middleton's post baby maternity dress

Seraphine maternity dress $79 available at www.seraphinematernity.com
**** this is it – THE kate middleton post baby maternity dress! a must have!

PARTY DRESSES FOR UNDER $100

As promised, and just in time for the start of holiday season, I wanted to bring you my top party dresses for under $100. Lets face it, we buy these dresses because we want to look amazing during holiday time, but the truth is we only wear them a handful of times… So, I wanted to feature dresses that will make my fellow mommas feel like a million dollars, but won’t cost an arm and leg. There were SO many amazing options it was hard to pick just a few, so this may be a reoccurring blog post… but for now, here are my top picks!

Asos dress $49.83 available at www.asos.com (also available in red)

Elise Ryan dress $97.89 available at www.asos.com

Zara dress $79.90 available at www.zara.com

Asos dress $62.29 available at www.asos.com

Kamilikulture dress $98 available at www.bloomingdales.com

H&M dress $69.95 available at www.hm.com

Warehouse dress $99.67 available at www.asos.com

TFNC dress $80.09 available at www.asos.com

H&M dress $34.95 available at www.hm.com

Asos dress $71.19 available at www.asos.com

Zara dress $49.90 available at www.zara.com

Asos dress $56.95 available at www.asos.com

Asos dress $67.63 available at www.asos.com

Zara dress $79.90 available at www.zara.com

MOMMA’S TOP STYLE DEALS FOR UNDER $100

There are just so many amazing finds out there right now at such a range of price points, I decided to do a special post for my favorite finds of the week for under $100. Lets face it, kids are expensive, but that doesn’t mean we have to sacrifice our personal style. Affordable, chic and on trend, these picks are a must have no matter what your budget! *** special note – check back tomorrow as I will be posting my top party dresses for under $100… busy working on that now.

Zara coat $99.90 available at www.zara.com

Monki top $26.70 available at www.asos.com

Nasty Gal satchel $58 available at www.nastygal.com

H&M corduroy pants $34.95 available at www.hm.com

H&M blouse $29.95 available at www.hm.com

Zara boots $99.90 available at www.zara.com

Asos blazer $80.09 available at www.asos.com

Nasty Gal set of 6 rings $18 available at www.asos.com (get the balenciaga look for under $20)

Asos shoes $97.89 available at www.asos.com

Asos dress $80.09 available at www.asos.com

Zara knit jumpsuit $99.90 available at www.zara.com

Asos jeans $53.39 available at www.asos.com

H&M boots $59.95 available at www.hm.com

Zara sweatpants $19.90 available at www.zara.com

Esprit sweater with leather panels $80.09 available at www.asos.com

H&M blouse $34.95 available at www.hm.com

Zara boots $89.90 available at www.zara.com

MOMMA LOVES… the ultimate evening jackets

Its gotten colder and the days of going out without sleeves have long passed. Sure, we have our lovely coat but when we get where we’re going for the evening we lose that and then what? The jacket for evening is an essential for every woman. The classic black blazer goes a long way but can really dull down a lovely dress where as these jackets can make a look not break it… They’re tailored and sleek and with a bit of something special whether its embroidery, sparkle, a splash of color or just the special way that its been cut. You can throw it on with jeans and a white t-shirt and the jacket instantly transforms your look from casual mom on the run to glamorous woman ready to hit the town. The holidays are approaching which means tons of dinners and parties ahead and what better way to polish of your look! Here are some of my favorite jackets for a night out.

Iro jacket $1035 available at www.intermixonline.com

H&M tuxedo jacket $49.95 available at www.hm.com (also comes in cream)

Ella Moss jacket $228 available at www.shopbop.com

Milly jacket $595 available at www.netaporter.com

Vila jacket $106.79 available at www.asos.com

Sass and Bide jacket $650 available at www.netaporter.com

Forever 21 jacket $29.80 available at www.forever21.com

Isabel Marant jacket $3215 available at www.netaporter.com

sparkle cardigan evening jacket free people antik batik

Antik Batik jacket (cardigan) $492 available at www.freepeople.com

H&M jacket $49.95 available at www.hm.com

Nasty Gal jacket $78 available at www.nastygal.com

Iro jacket $422 available at www.theoutnet.com

MOMMA WANTS… the victoria beckham dress!!! what we really really want

Clap. Clap… Clap. Victoria Beckham, you are not just a spice girl. Victoria Beckham you are not just wife to one of the hottest men on earth and not just mother to his FOUR beautiful children… You are, in fact, a messenger sent from another world sent to give women what they want… the perfect little dress. Equal parts ladylike and sexy. Black, white and every color in between, you are KILLING IT! I covet everything you come out with. So, I have one request. Mother to mother. Do a diffusion line!!!!! I hear H&M do some killer collaborations (wink wink). Your insane eye should not be reserved only for those able to spend in the thousands for the perfect dress. I salute you and for those who are not familiar, here are some recent hot dresses from the posh one herself, Victoria Beckham (ps – a moderately price kids like wouldn’t go a miss either)…

Victoria Beckham dress $1895 available at www.netaporter.com

Victoria Beckham dress $1895 available at www.netaporter.com

Victoria Beckham dress $2150 available at www.netaporter.com

Victoria Beckham dress $2195 available at www.netaporter.com

Victoria Beckham dress $2350 available at www.netaporter.com

victoria beckham little black and blue dress

Victoria Beckham dress $2350 available at www.netaporter.com

Victoria Beckham dress $2695 available at www.netaporter.com

MOMMA NEEDS… for tired eyes – when all else fails, sunglasses

So, you’ve done all you can do after a sleepless night with your little one and still feel like you look like you’ve been hit by a bus. The solution – a great pair of sunglasses! Nothing can transform your look and make you feel like a million dollars (when you feel like you’ve been dragged through a hedge backwards) like hiding behind a hot pair of sunglasses. That layer of protection between you and the rest of the world (that probably had a good night sleep) which does an amazing job of camouflaging your tired eyes. Added bonus – the extra protection from the sun will help prolong aging around they eyes! Here are some of my favorite sunglass styles to give you that polished look when all you want to do is crawl back into bed. I have included a range of prices but it’s important to note that you get what you pay for – when you buy a cheap pair of sunglasses thats great and you don’t have to be precious about losing them or breaking them – but they don’t provide the same level of protection from the sun… That said, ALWAYS remember to wear sunblock. Seriously. Even though its winter – the sun still gets you and nothing will age you faster than the sun.

Rayban aviators $160 available at www.netaporter.com

Rayban aviators $160 available at www.saksfifthavenue.com ***these mirrored aviators are timeless and come in a range of colors – I have 4 pairs!!

Topshop aviators $24 available at www.topshop.com

Chloe sunglasses $96 available at www.theoutnet.com

Topshop sunglasses $32 available at www.topshop.com

Chloe sunglasses $325 available at www.saksfifthavenue.com

Balenciaga sunglasses $110 available at www.theoutnet.com

Tom Ford sunglasses $390 available at www.saksfifthavenue.com

Topshop sunglasses $28 available at www.topshop.com

Rayban sunglasses $150 available at www.intermixonline.com

Persol sunglasses $220 available at www.sunglasshut.com

Tom Ford sunglasses $380 available at www.sunglasshut.com

Asos sunglasses $17.80 available at www.asos.com

Chloe sunglasses $109.98 available at www.theoutnet.com

I’ve include some fun baby sunglasses as well – the Babiator line is SO cute – they’re great protection for little one’s eyes – come in a range of colors (And a range of sizes) plus they are SUPER durable and can survive the crushing blows of even the wildest toddlers!

Babiator sunglasses $22 available at www.diapers.com (size 0-3 years available in various colors)

Babiator sunglasses $20 available at www.diapers.com (these are sizes 3-7years in a range of colors)

Babiator polarized sunglasses $35 available at www.diapers.com

MOMMA WANTS… Isabel Marant for H&M

That’s right, you heard me, Isabel Marant – darling of the fashion world – is doing a capsule collection for H&M and it arrives in stores TOMORROW – November 14th! Isabel is known for her bohemian meets rock n’roll style and, basically, does EVERYTHING right. You can’t help but salivate over everything new and amazing she comes out with and the fact that she is now doing a far more affordable (though still pricey for H&M) collection is beyond major! Every magazine, stylist, blogger, celebrity and fashion editor is clamoring to get their hands on these hot ticket items. There were massive press events last night in New York and Los Angeles for said editor, bloggers and celebrities and everyone went nuts shopping to their hearts content and now you can too. But, be warned, this collection will sell out FAST. I’m talking instantly and then the only way to get your hands on the deigns will be when it ends up on ebay at twice the price. I should note that this is not just womenswear, she has done mens and… KIDS! I have highlighted some of my top picks below – its not available to buy just yet… a few more hours ladies… on your mark. get set….