November 2014 - Red Soled Momma

MOMMA LOVES… slim knits for layering

The perfect slim knits can layer neatly under a tailored blazer to easy transition you for various temperatures.

simple, yet chic and super easy to wear throughout the day and into evening…

Of course, living in LA this is about as layered as I get these days, but when I lived in London and New York my favorite heavy coat would easily fit over all of these layers!

Yes, I love a chunky cardigan, and being wrapped in an oversized pullover but its those slim knits that not only transition me to cooler weather but layer perfectly under everything from a skim blazer to my puffer jacket and winter coats… These are those fine knit knits that hug the body, look chic (when you take off your outer layer), give you that extra layer of warmth but also allow you to not overheat when you’re inside. They’re simple, elegant, easy to throw on over a little tank or tee and under everything else you put on. Fabulous slim knits may take a backseat sometimes to their louder, bolder, chunky cousins but they are every bit as important come fall and winter weather and they have the added bonus that they can last you through spring…. Check some of my favorite options and get your layers on!

First for us:

Rick Owens cardigan $760 (I have a couple of these Rick Owens cardi’s and they are the BEST)

Rag & Bone sweater $255

Bailey 44 sweater $174

Asos sweater $66.33

Chinti and Parker cashmere sweater $525

Equipment sweater $288

Sundry sweater $184

Vince cashmere sweater $129.68 (ps – this is 60% off!!)

Forever 21 sweater $22.90

Missoni turtleneck $610

Bella Freud sweater $480

Club Monaco sweater $359

Diane von Furstenberg cashmere sweater $208.80

Aqua cashmere sweater $99 (comes in an array of colors)

JW Anderson sweater $625

Jason Wu sweater $495

Banjo & Matilda cashmere sweater $395

Rebecca Taylor sweater $295

Nasty Gal sweater $78

Some fine knits for our littles ones:

J Crew cashmere sweater $145

Lucky Jade cashmere and cotton coverall $95

Gap cashmere sweater $88

Peek sweater $38

Mini Boden sweater $48

Gap sweater $29.95

Kitestrings by Hartstrings sweater $37.50

Old Navy cardigan $19.94

Peek sweater $19.75

Carter’s cardigan $14.40

Old Navy cardigan $11.50

Some adorable fine knits for our slightly bigger ones:

Marie Chantal sweater $122.50

Burberry sweater $225

J Crew sweater $69.50

J Crew sweater $75

Egg Baby sweater $51.52

Mini Boden sweater $54

Tucker + Tate sweater $36

Gap sweater $36.95

Mini Boden sweater $26.98

G Cutee sweater $19.99

Old Navy sweater $15

Old Navy sweater $14

MOMMA SAYS… HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!

Happy thanksgiving everyone!!! From my family to yours!!

Happy Thanksgiving and may you and yours have a wonderful holiday!!! We will be eating, drinking and playing cards against humanity baby!

MOMMA LOVES… great classic pumps (forever)

These Christian Louboutin pigalles pumps are a mainstay (a little bit worn and torn after almost 10 years of wear) in my closet, but they work with everything – they always have and they always will.

I recently rediscovered by Christian Louboutin pigalle pumps… How they found there way in the back of my closet I have no idea! I suppose I’ve been enamored by platforms that give your heels extra inches and the crazy innovative new shoe designs out there that I had forgotten about the tried and true. A great classic pair of pumps are truly the little black dress and blue jeans of accessories – and they worked PERFECTLY with both of those wardrobe staples and so much more. My husband and I had our first alone date night since Max had been born a couple of months ago and as I walked around the house in 2 different half pairs of crazy shoes trying to decide what to wear with my Helmut Lang leather leggings I realized it was those little black pumps that perfectly completed the look. The pointy toe, a bit of toe cleavage and that perfectly acceptable 100ml (aka 4 inch) heel height I had renounced in favor of taller more showy options was once again the apple of my eye. Sure, they’re a bit beaten up – they were in fat my first pair of red soles from almost a decade ago – but these pumps are still 100% relevant, chic and the perfect pair of shoes. Yes, they are a bit worn now, no I will never get rid of them, but I might invest in a new pair to take me through the next decade… Check out some of my favorite new (but always classic) pumps that will last you forever go with everything and NEVER go out of style.

Christian Louboutin pumps $675

Stuart Weitzman shoes $355

Schutz heels $180

Topshop shoes $75

Tom Ford heels $1250

Manolo Blahnik shoes $595 (Available in an array of colors)

LK Bennett heels $296.25

Forever 21 heels $22.90

Charlotte Olympia heels $665

Sophia Webster shoes $470

Kate Spade heels $298

Topshop pumps $95

Valentino heels $1075

Jimmy Choo pumps $595 (available in colors)

Cole Haan heels $248

Charles by Charles David heels $98.95

MOMMA LOVES… a jumpsuit – the all in one alternative

A fabulous jumpsuit gives you effortless style. It’s the perfect alternative for all your holiday fashion needs.

They can be formal enough for a cocktail party but still give you the freedom to chase a toddler. It’s equal parts dressed up yet comfy.

This Michael Michael Kors jumpsuit is my absolute favorite go to look for this season’s festivities!

A great jumpsuit might just be the easy, effortless, elegant look you’ve been looking for. Whether it’s of just lounging around on the weekend, an all in one office outfit or the perfect holiday alternative to a little black dress or sparkly cocktail dress – the jumpsuit might be just what you need to tick all your boxes. Whether cozy in cashmere or sleek and chic for evening these one pieces have been popular for awhile now and with good reason! A jumpsuit gives you a complete look – no muss no fuss with putting together an outfit and it also give you the versatility of wearing pants but still looking dressed up enough for all those holidays parties popping up on your calendar. It’s once again a nod to menswear but with tons of feminine appeal. Check out some of my top picks and consider a jumpsuit for all your wardrobe needs.

Vince one piece $425

Trina Turk one piece $358

Halston Heritage romper $275

Asos one piece $94.75

Mara Hoffman sequin one piece $430

Ella Moss romper $258

Michael Michael Kors jumpsuit $160 (this is the one I have – and I LOVE it!)

Forever 21 romper $32.90

Roksanda Ilincic one piece $1990

Rag & Bone one piece $595

Rebecca Minkoff jumpsuit $298

Topshop romper $80

Sass & Bide romper $550

Diane von Furstenberg romper $428

Alice + Olivia one piece $396

Little Mistress one piece $142.13

Asos jumpsuit $94.75

Chinti and Parker cashmere one piece $770

Clu jumpsuit $275

Lanston jumpsuit $154

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 NEEDS… biker boots baby!

These Jimmy Choo biker boots have gotten me through several winters – and they continue to serve me well. There’s nothing quite as perfect for both comfort and style! And the more beaten up the get the better they look!

It’s no secret that I live in my pair of (now) beaten up Jimmy Choo biker boots all winter. I bought them when I found out I was pregnant a few years ago thinking they would be perfect – keeping my comfortable but still being stylish and kind of fabulous. I wore those biker boots until the Jimmy Choo plaque came off and I’m still wearing them today, why? because they are still incredibly comfortable and still really cool. They don’t go out of style – they don’t have to be the expensive Jimmy Choo variety and they pair perfectly with jeans, leggings and even (for a more rock and roll look) with a great maxi skirt or mini dress. As a mother I need to be able to chase my son in the park, the shops even just around home so agility and comfort are SO integral… That said, as a stylist, I have strong aesthetic opinions on practical footwear – I have, in the past, rather suffered in heels thas succumb to sneakers. Biker boots are the answer to all of my needs – they are still the best purchase I think I’ve ever made. Check out some of my favorite biker boots this season – you won’t regret it.

Jimmy Choo boots $1150 (my beloved boots – they keep on kicking)

Fiorentini & Baker boots $505

Marc by Marc Jacobs boots $345

River Island boots $85.28

Valentino boots $1495

Belstaff boots $750

Kate Spade boots $398

Sole Society boots $89.95

Alexander McQueen boots $1525

Rag & Bone boots $595

Tory Burch boots $276.50

Zara boots $159

Forever 21 boots $39.90

Chloe boots $1175

Joie boots $380

Coach boots $239.86

Topshop boots $110

Forever 21 boots $37.80

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!