Do you have a trench coat you love? This classic clothing piece was originally invented for the British army in World War II, (wikipedia says Thomas Burberry invented the gabardine fabric in 1879 for the UK war office in 1901). In the past hundred years, the trench style has ...read more
It's that funny time of year when shopping motivation is low, and, frankly, so is the inclination to get dressed up. The mid-winter doldrums hit even the most dedicated fashionista. The weather can be brutal on the East Coast, so for many of us it's basic black, loads of denim ...read more
It is the last chance to dress up for the year! Why not go big? If you've been playing it safe so far this year, maybe the big night is the time to step out of your fashion comfort zone. I think a sassy red jumpsuit is one of the best and easiest New Year's Eve outfit ideas. ...read more
You did it! You made it to Christmas week. Congratulations for all the work you've put in to get her and, I hope, savor this last bit of holiday magic. Most of the parties should be done and it's time to cozy up, open presents and savor the flavors of the season. Holiday style at ...read more
Yesterday, we talked about the maternity basics, the things you will NEED to survive and thrive in comfort and style for almost ten months of pregnancy. Of course, you can't always rock cozy leggings and simple tanks. Sometimes, you need to dress the bump up for work, for play, ...read more
It's that time of year, when I start dreaming of snow. As I write this I'm heading to Colorado to do some early reporting on the season. While I love spending time in the mountains, my "real" life is in NYC. And it snows here too! And it gets really, really cold. While my ski ...read more
A few years ago I stumbled into a Berenice store in Paris. I adored the trendy Boho designs and the quality was awesome; I love sharing my shopping finds from Paris. The store quickly became my go-to spot on our annual trip to France. I had to share this great dress I found in ...read more
This has been a transition summer for our family. Without sharing too much that isn't mine to share, we have a lot of change on the horizon. One way to deal with this is to dig my heels in and fight it. I'm attempting to do it the other way. The best I can do is work on me and ...read more
There's a heat index warning in NYC for most of this week. It's too hot to wear anything complicated. When I'm getting dressed in the morning I'm reaching for classics. This week I say, "think pink for summer outfits." A touch of pink with a mostly white outfit is perfect for the ...read more
In the summertime, I am all about living a blended life. I want to carve out special time with my family, but I also love my thriving business. Summer is a time when I need to be flexible. I need the same things from my clothes. That's why I love this easy summer outfit for work ...read more
Getting dressed is so much easier when you fill your closet with great closet building blocks. I'm talking about the perfect pair of jeans, tops that are versatile, and accessories that make your outfit pop. Great Closet Building Blocks I've been wearing these cabi jeans all ...read more
I recently took a trip to Walmart to get a bicycle pump. I walked in, and stopped right in my tracks. The Time and Tru fashion collection was front and center--and I immediately knew I was going to walk out with more than just some accessories from the sporting goods department. ...read more
If you're a regular Momtrends reader, then you know that we're collective fans of mommy-and-me matching styles. Sometimes we go subtle; other times it's totally over-the-top; but more frequently than not, it's super sweet. My little lady has a style aesthetic that's all her own. ...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
One day it's 70, the next 40. Sigh. This is New York City in April. The answer is, bring a jacket because things are going to change quickly (oh, and then back again). I have a great blazer for spring from cabi that I will keep on wearing again and again. The Bell Jacket is a ...read more
When April rolls in like a lion, I'm often stumped when it comes to what to wear. I want to debut my spring apparel and lighter colors, but alas, the temperatures are in the 30s! When I see my friends posting from warmer climates, I want to hop on a plane and join them. But mom ...read more
While my feet may still be in snow, my fashion radar is in spring. I got to pick a few cabi spring fashion highlights and I'm so excited to finally be wearing them. Spring coats, they are a must in NYC. A few weeks ago I shared a trench I love from cabi on a fashion post, and ...read more
I used to wear heels and "professional clothes" every day when I worked for Ralph Lauren. Then, when I became a freelance writer and a mom, my style evolved to include yoga pants and breastfeeding tank tops. Slowly, as my kiddos graduated out of diapers, my style also changed. ...read more
I've been writing about cabi clothes for years. They are all about designing wearable fashion that is sold by an amazing group of stylists that have mastered the art of the in-home shopping experience. This season when I looked at the spring 2018 line, I was immediately drawn to ...read more
We're a teeny-tiny bit Santa obsessed over here. We've written lots of letters, visited his workshop (conveniently located in our local mall!), and read all the stories about the big jolly man in red. Suffice to say, we're excited for Christmas Eve. We can't wait to bake ...read more
December is here! Time to whip out your warmest winter-weather gear: your down coat, those fuzzy earmuffs, and all the fleece and wool and cashmere accessories you and your crew have accrued throughout the years. When we bought the kids their heavy jackets last year, I sized up ...read more
This little lady did some serious spending damage this past weekend. Tis the season to be browsing and shopping and splurging in style, after all. Seriously, I couldn't say no to her cute little face at the holiday store. She wanted ornaments and decorations and all sorts of ...read more
Have you jumped on the off-the-shoulder trend. How about the latest twist? Today I'm talking about how to style the cold-shoulder trend. Yes, they are similar, they both highlight the shoulder, but this one is a little easier to style in the fall, and you don't need a strapless ...read more
When my son walked into his classroom on the first day of school this year wearing these pants, his teacher smiled a big, broad Kindergarten-teacher smile and said, "Look at you! You look like a fresh new pencil, ready to work!" Indeed, his yellow pants are a statement piece ...read more