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Editor's Picks Best Straw Bags for Summer
With summer comes long days at the beach and lounging by the pool. But as moms it also means that we always have to have our bags packed with essentials, snacks, clothing - and really, everything else. One of our favorite looks for summer is the Straw Bag and we uncovered some of ...read more
Pajamas for Back to School
All us mamas know how important it is for our kiddos to get enough sleep during the school week right? I know my lil' dude and lady bean definitely wake up on the wrong side of their bed if they don't catch enough zzzzzzzs. So, our back to school bedtime routine is a very ...read more
The Art of Remixing Your Wardrobe
If kids do anything, it's grow...and grow FAST! That's exactly why I'm not keen on investing in a ton of new clothing in any particular size, because before I know it they're on to the next size. And that's why remixing is so important. When you carefully select pieces that you ...read more
May the Fourth Be With You
My new neighbor came over this past weekend to give my kids some toys. Her children had outgrown them. Little did this well-intentioned lady know—we already own #allthetoys. Still, my son’s eyes lit up when he saw a lightsaber in the stack of superfluous gadgets and games and ...read more
Fun Prints for Kids and Moms
Prints are kinda my family's jam. My kids couldn't help but fall in love with them thanks to my obsession. Bwah! I've been decking them out in fabulous prints since they were infants. I'm talking florals, plaids, stripes, you name it...we love it! And this spring and summer will ...read more
The Brother-Sister Bond: Sweet Pajamas for Siblings
Nothing gives me the warm and fuzzies like watching my two small people interact with each other. Even when they’re fighting over a toy, I can’t help but smile at their effortless bickering. I can remember battling with my brother and sister—it goes with the territory of early ...read more
Must Have Holiday Style Finds
When it comes to holiday style, I absolutely love getting all dolled up. The fancy jumpsuit that Nicole rocked the other day is right up my glam holiday style alley...but, truth be told, I'm more often than not in casual wear during the holiday season. There are so many holiday ...read more
Look to the Rainbow: Colorfully Cute Spring Styles
April showers bring May flowers... But, first, they bring beautiful, colorful, mystical rainbows... Grown-up Lauren, of course, knows that a rainbow is the scientific result of sunlight and water. Still, part of me can't help but feel like I'm experiencing a bit of a magic every ...read more
We Heart PJs: Cozy Pairs for Your Little Loves
Be still my heart... These two. Could they be more adorable? (I think not!) My muppet-babies slay me with their pure innocent sweetness. Every. Single. Day. Not that they're always cherubic angels. Believe you me, I get my fair share of one-year-old Little-Miss-Independent ...read more
Dressing Little Miss Thing in babyGap's New Collection
My three year old is obsessed with the quirky characters in the Mr. Men collection of books. He has a particular fondness for Mr. Bump (because, he falls down a lot), Mr. Greedy (because, he eats a lot), and, of course, Mr. Messy (because, well, duh!). I thoroughly enjoy the ...read more
A Cuddle-Worthy Collaboration: aden + anais x babyGap
I’ve previously gushed about my warm and fuzzy feelings for aden + anais. My son wasn't a fan of being swaddled when he was a newborn, but my baby girl couldn't get enough of it. She absolutely loved being wrapped up like a little present... like a baby burrito! (Delicious!) ...read more
Denim Shirts - Kid Closet Must Have
My mom had a chambray top when I was little that I just LOVED. She wore it with shorts...She wore it tied up over dresses...She even wore it with jeans. Yep, denim on denim in the eighties. That trend has been kickin' around for decades. Haha! I think it's because of that denim ...read more
Bathing Beauties: Super-Cute Swimsuits for Baby
Warning, warning! Major cuteness alert! If you know with certainty that you don’t want to have any more children, then LOOK AWAY NOW… or risk a majorly mega and potentially dangerous case of BABY FEVER! Think you can handle it? Good luck, mamas, ‘cause my little swimsuit model ...read more
Playground Approved: Practical Outfits for a Day at the Park
Like most energetic toddlers, my almost three year old is obsessed with "the playground." And it doesn't seem to matter if we're talking about an amazing fully tricked out "adventure land" or one measly tire swing and a mini slide... My guy doesn't discriminate. A playground is a ...read more
Effortless Style Means Instant Happiness
Sunshine, clear skies, and a refreshing spring breeze. These are just three things that put a smile on my face and bring me "instant happiness." There are a million more (like giggling babies, mint-chocolate chip ice cream, and the sound of a champagne bottle being uncorked,) ...read more
How to Wear Pink this Spring
I'm ready for a seriously stylish spring. Who's with me? Let's say so long to winter darks and start focusing on beefing up our spring wardrobes with color! One hue that stays with me each and every spring, no matter where the trends are at, is pink. Pink is the perfect color to ...read more
Jogger Pants: 3 Ways to Rock the Trend
Wilt Black Tank Top/ Slimskii Mohawk Skull Fringe Sweater/ Gap Moto Jogger Pants/ Lanvin Ballet Flats/ Lesa Wallace Inspire Bag/ Simone I. Smith Earrings 1. I just had a baby and my skinny jeans don’t fit. 2. I primarily work from home. 3. It’s winter, and I want to be ...read more
Neon Pastels for Spring
Have you heard about neon pastels? Think paler shades pumped up with a burst of brightness. If neon is too bold for you, neon pastels just might be right up your alley. They are gearing up to be a big spring trend and I plan on working them into not only my own spring and summer ...read more
Fun Winter Hats for Kids
Do you have trouble getting your kids to wear winter hats? That's one thing that I struggle with. They just don't want to keep them on their heads. And while we do live in Florida, we often take trips to our family's mountain getaway and those trips definitely require full on ...read more
Liven Up Your Kid's Winter Wardrobe With Prints
As much fun as playing in the snow can be, eventually even winter sport loving kiddos are going to be ready for spring...We have a way to go before spring gets here though, so why not add some spunky prints to your little one's winter wardrobe to liven things up a bit? It's a ...read more
Fair Isle Fashions for Kids
I've always had a little thing for the Fair Isle look. I think it's because I live in Florida and have very little need most of the year for the cozy kind of pieces that are typically considered Fair Isle. Plus, there is something so charming about Fair Isle prints, don't you ...read more
Fall Sweaters for Kids
We've had a few mornings lately when my kiddo's complained about being cold on the walk into school and I'm willing to bet that those of you who don't live in Florida have had more than a few of those mornings. While it's not quite jacket weather here yet, we can definitely make ...read more
Girls' Prints for Fall
If there is one thing I can't get enough of, it's prints. My wardrobe is pretty much dominated by them...And so is my daughter's. I like to buy several prints int the same color scheme, so I can mix and match them with ease. Even if mixed prints aren't your bag, pick some up ...read more
Pretty in Pink
I've always been a fan of putting my baby in non-traditional colors. I certainly don't believe that pink is for girls and blue is for boys...BUT I must say my baby girl is a total magpie and is totally drawn to sparkles, glitz and anything pink. It's not that I don't like pink. ...read more