Monthly Archives: June 2011

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My zulily LOVE today: Simply Been

When I first had my son William, I searched high and low for beautiful, tasteful and elegant personalized jewelry that I could wear in honor of my son. Fashionable, personalized jewelry… that was my wish. I couldn’t find anything that suited my fashion sense and my budget! Now with 4 sons, I desire even MORE to wear jewelry that celebrates … read more

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Clothes Call: Londyn, 23 Months

Meet little 23 month old Londyn, whose big sized personality goes great with her big bows and shiny shoes! Job Description: Being best friends with “Narney” and “Melmo” is a big job but someone’s got to do it. (Barney and Elmo) Pastimes: Coloring on chalkboards and coloring books are far too limiting…the house walls and furniture are much more fun! … read more

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Style Alert: The “It” Summer Sandals for Girls

Being a mom of boys, one would think I may not be up on the fashion sense of girls. Well, I’m happy to report that being an auntie of 2 girls has its perks – and those definitely come in the opportunity to go shopping with my nieces, Taylor and Madison. Being the fashion mom blogger that I am, it … read more

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Mom Celeb Style (Get the Look): Tori Spelling

I’ve been a fan of Tori Spelling for years – actually, a little over 20 years to be more precise! I was absolutely one of those “Donna Martin” fans from 90210. I’m not sure it would be a good thing or a bad thing, but Tori Spelling has spent her life in the public eye… first with the fame of … read more

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Feeding Frenzy: Boys’ Wear with Flavor

Often in life, it’s either feast or famine. And until recently, little dudes have been starved for stylish duds while designers focused on cooking up girly ways to thrill with frills. No more, thanks to a bumper crop of labels designed to pepper the landscape with fashionable options. Boys may be made of snips and snails and puppy dog tails … read more

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the newbie: Does This Pregnancy Make Me Look Fat?

Full disclosure: I stole that title from a fantastic book by Claire Mysko and Magali Amadel. I’ve been reading this book on days when I feel awkward about my shape (which is happening more and more). It’s not that I want to fight the weight gain—I know my body is doing what it needs to do in order to grow … read more

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How To: Wear Maternity Clothes After Baby

I recently met the amazingly sweet and inspiring Rosie Pope (maternity fashion designer and reality TV star) at a Pampers Event. She looked absolutely beautiful and radiant in a pink plaid dress, so it made us all smile when she revealed that she loves to wear maternity clothes (even not pregnant) like the one she had on (that very day) … read more

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“First Time Mom:” What Rules Flew Out the Window With #2?

I was in the market last night waiting in line to check out. There were 2 women in front of me at the same cart, and a woman in front of them with her cart, sleeping newborn along for the ride. As the woman with the infant was checking out, she dropped her pocketbook on the ground and everything fell … read more

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Beauty Time for Moms: DIY Pedicure

Before I had my sons, I would go get a manicure and a pedicure at this cute little place on 57th and 8th Ave in NYC once a week. It was my treat to myself (not to mention, it only cost $18 for both!). I would go and completely zone out for an hour or so as I was primped … read more

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the newbie: Pick a Dress For My Shower!

Last week, after my trying-on-dresses fiasco, you guys totally saved me. I went shopping over the weekend with your advice in mind, plus I got the courage to try on a few more things in my own closet. Now, I’ve got a baby shower coming up this weekend and I ask you: What should I wear? (Forgive the self-takes… I … read more

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