Monday, June 25, 2012

Summer in the City Chic


Summer in the City Chic
So, I had a girls weekend in NYC for a very special baby shower (not mine!) and got a few hours to shop one afternoon (hence the missed post). I was so inspired by many of the simply summer chic women I spotted on the street. I tried to take mental notes of commonalities and noticed a few themes: 1) oversize sunglasses 2) an easy breezy dress 3) metallic sandals 4) a classy Hermes inspired satchel. These items work as individuals or come together so well. They just look classy. Now, I am not sure if these ladies were moms, since they were sans strollers, but every item is practical and works into many other looks. Here are some affordable expensive looking items that fit the bill. Outfit posts coming soon...


Monday, June 18, 2012

Yosi Samra Obsessed

Yosi Samra Obsessed
Looking for a so comfy yet chic shoe? These shoes caught my eye after I saw Charlize Theron in them in a Who What Wear Post...( see here ). They are totally affordable, totally comfortable, and totally chic. Plus they fold into a TINY bag, and come out looking like a way more expensive flat...think Lanvin.  Another plus - the rubber soles are shock absorbent so you have traction when that little one takes off on you! Sidebar-  Who What Wear is a great website for fashion inspiration and they always present both splurge and affordable options. Look under inspiration for the link.


Friday, June 15, 2012

Palm Trend - The Mom Way

Palm Trend - The Mom Way
So I am loving the palm tree prints in trend this summer. I am suddenly feeling inspired by all the amazing hawaiin print Stella McCartney dresses seen on all the celebs and the Skinny Girl pina colada I just enjoyed. Don't worry ladies - I never drunk online shop. The question is  - how to incorporate this look into mine without being kitschy and keeping it chic of course! Since I won't be dropping the dough on a Stella, even though she is having a sale online (click here ), I think I have thought of a few ways to do it without breaking bank. What do you think? Ready for your drink?


Monday, June 11, 2012

Multi-tasking Mom - Multi-tasking BB Cream

Multi-tasking Mom - Multi-tasking BB Cream
I am always on the lookout for a product that can solve more than one problem while saving time - so-  I am in love with BB Cream. It works as a perfector, light foundation, moisturizes, and provides SPF. While I am not giving up my Smasbox healthyFX foundation forever, I am giving it up for summer for something a little lighter. I have tried both these products and they work great. They even out your skin tone without looking cakey. I favour the Dr. Brandt for the higher SPF - but you can't beat the price of the Garnier. They look a little light until you blend it in and they magically convert to your skin tone so you can have superchic skin too!


Thursday, June 7, 2012

Utility Chic - One Jacket Two Looks

Utility Chic - One Jacket Two Looks
A utility jacket does just what it is named for - it's useful! Here it can go both ways: over a lace dress for date night or over your striped tank and denim for a breezy day at the park or playground. The aviators are also the "utility" sunglass. They can toughen up the lace look and sexy up the park look. On a footnote - my feet are always happy in my TOMS! And TOMS are super kid friendly - you can run after yours in them and a kid in need gets a pair when you buy a pair.


Monday, June 4, 2012

Roots Roots Go Away!

Roots Roots Go Away!
So, my days of monthly hair appointments and lounging at the salon have ended. Of course, they are filled with other fun stuff, like checking out huge animated dinosaurs at the local science museum. The point of this post - hair powder. If you are like me -after about 8 weeks of no salon - you maybe have some of your actual hair color showing up at the roots, or even worse - greys! Well, this handy product is a lifesaver. Balk at the price, but a bottle lasts forever and will get you through to your next appointment. It also adds body and doubles up as dry shampoo. Worth every penny to keep you looking super chic!