Spring has arrived in NYC and it's awesome. We've all been able to shed a few layers and I'm even in sandals on occasion. But it's not quite time for sundresses and shorts. Here on the East Coast, we rely on denim to get us through a lot of the spring season. This past week I ...read more
I'm always looking for new ways to style denim. Denim is such a staple in most women's wardrobes because it's incredibly versatile. It's great for work or play. I admit I've been in a bit of a skinny leg rut, so this week I'm trying a new silhouette -- the wide leg cropped. ...read more
Yesterday was cloudy in the mid-50s, today will reach a high of 75-degrees. This spring weather is anything but predictable. Cold, sunny, cloudy, rainy, hot, blustery, annnnnd repeat. Regardless of the weather, Much like their mama, my little ones are ready to shed the layers, ...read more
While we loved everyone's look from the inspiring Fashion Forward Conference(check out our full recap here and here), one look that kept the crowd buzzing with Brooke's (Power Moms Media) stellar polka dot jeans. Designed by Clorox, the look is a simple and fun way to enhance ...read more
Denim and mom life go hand in hand. The fabric frees us to feel fashionable while also being practical. In a former life, I was known to wear white linen pants and dry clean only skirts, not anymore. When I was approached by Walmart to work on an instagram campaign, I thought ...read more
Hello April! It's time to get ready to layer smart and layer chic. The weirdness and wonderfulness of April weather means we need to be prepared for anything from sunny skies to sudden storms—hey, that's what makes the daffodils bloom. This is why you need a navy blazer for ...read more
I simply love cardigans. Here's a little fashion secret. It's like wearing your bathrobe, but getting style points. A great cardigan adds drama, it adds length and it can hide a multitude of sins. The trick is not to LOOK like you are wearing your favorite robe from home, so ...read more
Happy Valentine's Day! Being that we're celebrating this love filled day as a family, my baby girl and I decided to use it as a little mommy and me styling opportunity. Have you seen the Toms Mommy & Me Valentines shoes? They're too precious for words. My daughter's tiny Toms are ...read more
Get the look: Plaid Vest | Stitchfix Jeans | Denim Shirt | Gold Bangle | Longchamp Bag | Riding Boots | Aviator Glasses | Cashmere Hat Denim on denim can be a bit scary when it's done wrong. I've got a lot of denim in my closet, and it's so easy to pair this soft shirt and my ...read more
It’s the official Momtrends denim report this week I've shared a outfit every day from the new MiracleBody Jeans collection. . My mission has been to show how easy it is to find denim that flatters. Things shift after the kids arrive. That doesn't mean we have to relegate ...read more
This post is sponsored by Levi's Kids. If you asked my kiddo what his number one requirement for clothes that he’s willing to wear is, I’m certain his answer would be that they need to be comfortable. He’s a rough and tumble kind of fella and he needs to be able to MOVE with ...read more
This post is sponsored by Target. Like most girls, I am all kind of obsessed with denim. I currently have a large and in charge jeans collection and I don’t plan on stopping its curation any time soon...So, I was thrilled when Target asked me to review four pairs of their ...read more
Check out my favorite jeans! Spring means going lighter and brighter. Since denim is a HUGE part of my wardrobe, I wanted to find spring colors to wear. Why denim? It's all about comfort and versatility. This is my new fashion find--The Skinny Boyfriends from Miraclebody. Do ...read more
Two of my favorite trends rolled up into one fun fashion post. Gray + distressed denim. Boyfriends jeans aren't going anywhere--we all love them too much. For spring, I'll be wearing this old pair from LOFT with lots of spring fashion looks on top. What I'm basing this look off ...read more
Everyone needs a great pair of jeans. This fall you need to toss out you old mom jeans and slip on a new pair of Lands’ End denim. You've probably spend eons of time and buckets of money getting the kids the just-right clothes for back to school, including cool jeans. Now ...read more
Time to rock the boat a bit with fashion. We're talking about denim shorts. I've seen fashion posts popping up taking the view that denim shorties are only for the young. Well, I work hard to keep the body together, and I kind of think I've earned the right to go short. What ...read more
Denim can carry you into the cool spring days perfectly in style. I'm not quite ready to put my bare legs out there in 50-something weather. Denim works as a transition choice. This is a super-trendy patchwork pair. The relaxed skinny fit makes this a good everyday choice--it's ...read more
Do you have a favorite pair of jeans? Are you bummed out about low-waisted jeans? If so read on! Not Your Daughter's Jeans are pitched as the answer to the mommy muffin and the awful look where panties peak out of waistbands. Not Your Daughter's Jeans (or NYDJ) is designed ...read more
Jeans are probably the hardest item of clothing to find the perfect fit. Most women, myself included, need to try-on their denim before purchasing it. Momtrends recently attended a Lee Jean Fall Fashion preview where we were offered advice on how to find the "perfect fitting ...read more
Real moms wear jeans. A lot. In fact, for many of us it's a uniform. That doesn't mean denim has to be boring, basic or to fit in a "mom jean" category. I don't want to look 22. I want to look chic and well turned out. So my jeans need a great cut. A little higher, with some ...read more
This week we're showing you how to turn something from basic to date-night sexy. It's all about having the right essentials in your closet. In this case, a basic crewneck sweater (think J.Crew or Lands' End) and a skinny black jean (could be Paige denim or GAP). I created two ...read more
I love finding the perfect pair of jeans - not only that but discovering (beyond the way they look) that they feel great and sit well on my body. This doesn't happen very often, or happens where I find the right color, but not the right length and so on. I was excited to go to a ...read more
I do love hunting down fashion news. Last week my style sojourn brought me to the NYDJ showroom in New York City. The brand was gathering bloggers for an afternoon preview of the spring and summer lines. One of my favorite things about this job is spotting trends and trying them ...read more
