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I'm not a PETA member and while I love animals, I could be a better advocate. Here's the thing, I'm admittedly self-serving when it comes to what I wear. Mostly I'm lead by my fashion sense. I'm very into the faux leather trend and now I've got a new find to share. Here's why you ...read more

I’m in party mode! The shopping and decorating are done and it’s time to have fun. I’m dressing up in Nic + Zoe this holiday to make my season a little brighter and merrier. For holiday outfit ideas, I've put together two Nic + Zoe outfits to show you what to wear to all your ...read more

I'm happy to announce we've found the best faux leather leggings! Leggings are likely a wardrobe staple for you. But are you wearing a pair that shows you in your best light? I've been testing (um, I mean wearing these everywhere) this pair from Commando for about a month now and ...read more

I don't know about you, but I have trouble resisting the holiday sales. Now that it's cold in my neck of the woods, all I want to wear are yummy sweaters and leggings. That's what I'm shopping for right now. And since this will be the season of cozy chic fashions, I thought I ...read more

Fall means rich colors, sophisticated prints and layering on the accessories. This autumn, I've been staying warm and stylish with super cute fashions from British designer, Joules. Styling Joules for a Momtrends Event Last week I was hosting a mom influencer event here in NYC. ...read more

Are you ready to integrate some new outfits into your closet? As the temperature cools, I find myself wearing more and more denim. I'm excited to share these great denim finds for fall that don't involve blue jeans. It's a new brand for me and I'm loving the style and fresh take ...read more

Yoga has been keeping this mama fit and centered since 1994. That's when I started practicing back in St. Louis at a funky ahsram. While I've changed yoga studies many times, my practice has never stopped. In fact, I practiced through two pregnancies. One thing that helps keep my ...read more

Oh friends, I'm in it. My eyes are changing and I've been researching my options. Since the whole purpose of this business is sharing as I learn, here we go. Everything you need to know about reading glasses. When will you Need Reading Glasses Here's what happens: our eyes get ...read more

How many times have you left when the sun is shining up above only to get caught in a sudden, unexpected downpour? Unfortunately this has happened to me on more than one occasion. I'm excited to share my latest find: RainRaps reversible rain covers. Cool and functional rain gear ...read more

Leggings are a fashion favorite because they are so comfortable. But finding a pair that looks appropriate outside of the gym can be tricky. I found a new pair from Talbots that I adore, and I'm sharing tips on how to style and wear leggings this fall. Talbots Soho Legging This ...read more

Layering season is coming, and I admit I'm getting a little excited. I love early fall when it's time to dig out the boots and start adding more fashion touches. I'm having a great time experimenting with this new item from Heidi Kagan--it's one wrap that can be styled four ...read more

Last week, I talked about how a new phone case did the trick as an accessory to boost my look. Today, I'm sharing transitional outfit ideas for fall. I'm using BaubleBar jewelry to transform a basic outfit to something chic. It's an easy solution that won't take up a lot of space ...read more

I've been a mega fan of Target's Design for All program before it was it on the mainstream radar--not to brag or anything (ha!). Seriously though, I remember when I used to be able to roll into my local Target the morning of a designer collab launch and scoop up everything ...read more

Back-to-school fashion extends to our accessories. At our house, the ladies love talking about style. When we prepped for back to school, new sneakers were a big deal. But they weren't the only accessories the girls cared about -- they both wanted new phone cases, too. I asked ...read more

This summer was amazing. We traveled. We stayed home. We sat by the pool. We read books. We made so, so many memories. Part of me is excited for school to start on Wednesday, and part of me is having trouble letting go. While I do love fall and sweater weather, there are certain ...read more

If you love fashion or if you find that you are continually trying to create your own designs, then why not try and turn it into a career? When you do, you’ll be able to open up a ton of new doors and you can generate a steady source of income too. If you want some help getting ...read more

Here's why you deserve pretty sleepwear: you might be a mom, but you are also a woman. Before the kids came along, you were a woman, probably one who invested in her style. Now that you and I have evolved into women with children, we seem to have less time for ourselves. Getting ...read more

The goal? To STOP the competition, STOP the cattiness, STOP the hate, and to change your world by BEING KIND. It's a big back-to-school mission and Bloomingdale's is once again teaming up with Kind Campaign to spread kindness and we want you to join the movement. Change your ...read more

I know I'm not breaking the news on this trend for moms, but graphic tees are still going strong and I still love them. My favorite graphic tees for moms include messages that inspire or make us laugh.  Nowadays, tee shirts can go to the office and right out to dinner. the trick ...read more

Hello August! It's one of my favorite times of year. My kids are either at summer camp or at home savoring the last weeks of freedom. It's time for my big tomato harvest in my kitchen garden, and it the perfect season for dresses. Last week we features another dress from ...read more

The dog days of summer are here, and I know it. Putting clothing on is the LAST thing we want to do. It's easier to just jump in the pool or hide in the A/C in your PJs, but life goes on even when the thermometer rises. Staying stylish in soaring temperatures isn't easy, but it's ...read more

The summer style question of the week is: is wet hair acceptable. The overwhelming answer was YES! I packed this new daisy dress for a beach trip and thought it was a perfect time to show off these Maje Official fashions from Paris. Maje Official Fashions from Paris I found the ...read more

Summer is here and I love styling looks that are playful, that's why I'm embracing summer palazzo pants. I took them on a recent trip to Marseille and they were an absolute hit in France. And since I'm a word geek (an amateur etymologist), I did a little search about the pant. In ...read more

It's summertime and that means I am hitting the road, and the airports, and the train stations. My middle name is adventure and I love to explore the world. As such, I've become a pretty adept packer. One of my claims to fame is that I took a year-long trip around the world with ...read more

Some trends I sit and watch a while before I jump in. Most moms I know love the jumpsuit trend. It's easy and doesn't require a whole lot of thought (though it can be tricky when it comes time to go to the bathroom). A few weeks ago I was in Washington, DC shopping with my ...read more

I'm planning some fun summer getaways and starting to pack. Since I try to be somewhat of a minimalist when I travel to the beach, I want a coverup that looks smashing. I found this fun summer caftan for beach vacations from MiracleSuit, and I love how it's making my summer ...read more

I know where to go when I need to get the perfect small bags for summer travel --LeSportSac. I went to my favorite place to send tourists in NYC --the DUMBO Brooklyn waterfront to show you how easy it is to style this bag and get ready for your summer adventures. LeSportsac ...read more

Running with my teen and tween daughters has been a great source of pride and joy for me. It's a way to show them how much fun exercise can be -- it's a great way to turn a workout into a bonding experience. My 11 year old and I have done a number of 5K's together. As a treat to ...read more

If I asked you to take stock of your underwear drawer, what would you find? Would you find undergarments that are in good condition or would you find more than a few pieces that are well past their prime? Does the same go for your pajama drawer? If so, I'd say it's time for some ...read more

When it comes to adding cute linen pieces to my summer wardrobe, Boden is always a great resource. This summer I'm crazy for all things linen and metallic. Combining these two trends is my favorite way to pull off everyday effortless summer dressing.  Boden Prints are Perfect for ...read more

When was the last time you updated your lingerie drawer? Mine is in pretty sad shape. When I met the ladies behind the new NYC designer lingerie brand Sheer Guilt, I knew I had an opportunity. It was time to add some pretty bras and panties to the mix of my otherwise drab ...read more

Yes, there's still a chill in the air, but that doesn't mean that we can't think about spring and having fun with fashion. There's a new accessory collaboration I want to share with you. One of our favorite well-priced accessory designers, Bauble Bar, has teamed up with Target to ...read more

Does your closet bring you joy? Have you joined the millions of women across the country who have Marie Kondod your closets? Bravo to you! Now, how about putting the things that don't work into good hands AND perhaps finding a few new pieces that DO spark joy from the Talbots ...read more

It's been a while since I treated myself to a personal styling box from Stitch Fix fashion experts. I've been so busy managing ski season here and all our winter travels that I haven't had time to update my sweaters. I decided to use some of my Stitch Fix credits (I get $25 for ...read more