What to Wear
Xersion by JCPenney with #DWTS Stars Maksim and Peta
Sometimes living in NYC can be a bit tough, but 9 times out of 10, it completely rocks. Today I hit up JCPenney at the Manhattan Mall where I met professional dancers and TV personalities Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd. Does Dancing With the Stars ring a bell to you? ...read more
Monday Mingle: In Fall Swing
Fall is in full swing here in NYC, and us New Yorkers are loving every minute of it. My favorite part of it all (besides the weather), is wearing fall fashion. I love having to layer pieces, mix and match summer trends with cozy sweaters, because anything goes during this ...read more
Eric Carle Museum Family Visit
This summer our adventures brought us to Massachusetts. A highlight of our recent road trip was a family visit to the Eric Carle Museum. We're long-time fans of Eric Carle's illustrations. The books have been a part of our family library because of the sweet stories that herald ...read more
Monday Mingle: Winter Ready Fashion
Last year, NYC experienced a winter of extreme temps and endless snowfall, so the first thing I did once summer ended was think about what exactly I needed in order to brave winter this season. I wanted to be as ready as I could possibly be, but also fashionable while doing so. ...read more
Monday Mingle: Head-To-Toe Zara
Zara has always been my go-to brand when shopping for easy and breezy summer outfits. For me during the summer months, I am all about maxi skirts or dresses. I chose this bright coral skirt and paired it with a shorter side white silk blouse. The blouse is the perfect length for ...read more
Monday Mingle: Styled by Keaton Row
How many times do you wish you had your own personal stylist? There are times when I need head to toe outfits but just can't seem to coordinate especially when shopping online. Keaton Row is the new site that brings the relationship between personal stylist and client online, at ...read more
Monday Mingle: New Years Eve Style
Since having children, our New Years Eve celebration consists of the "big night" spent in our home and usually in bed before the bells. But this year, I am happy to report we are hitting the town! New Years weather can be pretty frigid temps, so I wanted something that would be ...read more
C.Wonder Time Warner Center Event
This week was full of events. A highlight was stopping by Tory Johnson's book party at C.Wonder in the Time Warner Center here in NYC. Tory's book, The Shift, is a best-seller. It's about her inspiring weight loss journey. In one year she lost 62 pounds. Amazing. I caught up ...read more
Echo Design Spring 2014 Sneak Peak
Momtrends stopped by the Echo Design showroom last week for a sneak peak to see what will be hitting the stores next season. The showroom was filled with colorful and beautiful prints from scarves, to handbags, to beach coverups, to bedding. Echo Design is a lifestyle brand that ...read more
Beyonce and Gwyneth: Hot Celebrity Moms in Shorts
Get the Look: Celebs in Sassy Summer Shorts by momtrends These celebrity moms know how to look great in shorts. I re-created this white and black look in a recent polyvore set. Here's how to recreate a stylish celebrity's outfit! Go with leather shorts (if you've got the legs ...read more
What to Wear: BlogHer13
#blogher13 style by momtrends featuring a leather shopper Traveling to Chicago in a month for the Blogher Conference and I'm starting to put together outfits. I spied this maxi dress at Kohl's and it got me thinking of a way to use accessories I already own to put together an ...read more
Online Dress Shopping with ModaMi + $250 Giveaway
INTRODUCING TRULY PERSONALIZED SHOPPING WITH MODAMI (and a chance to win a $250 outfit!) The future of retail revolves around personalized online shopping. Brands like ModaMi (www.ModaMi.com) are cleverly combining the best of boutique shopping with the convenience of shopping ...read more
Heatwave Fashions
Time for fashions that are perfect for a heat wave. The temps are on the rise in NYC--I think we hit 90º! This week I had a fashion shoot and this Express dress ($41) was one of the featured items. I love the simple silhouette paired with the trendy sheer bottom. Just the thing ...read more
What to Wear to a Summer Party
Summer Party Outfit by momtrends featuring a stella dot necklace Wondering what to wear this weekend. A maxi dress and wedge heels are perfect for just about any summer party. From a BBQ to cocktails, this versatile style is a must-have. And the cheerful blue stripe is a ...read more
Inspiring Fashions from TopShelf Clothes
We had a major spring cleaning yesterday, and I was shocked by what I actually have and what I never wear. As a way to focus on shopping your closet, I have been using a new service called TopShelf Clothes. As a newly launched website, TopShelf Clothes helps users curate their ...read more
What to Wear: Easy Summer Style
Easy Summer Style by momtrends featuring jean shorts It all started with the hunt for a great braid in a ponytail. From there, the look blossomed into something to wear that would be fab on a hot city day. Once I started looking at the Tibi summer fashions I was in deep. That's ...read more
Syncing Your Style: Chic and Stylish Protective Sun Clothing
The sunny rays are here and I have already traded in my riding boots for painted toes and spring wedges. As I peruse my spring and summer wardrobe, I remind myself to check the EWG skin deep sunscreen (coming soon!) list so I can choose a safer sunscreen. Every year this seems ...read more
Create #instantjoy with Havaianas
Havaianas are a summer staple for me. I like to keep things comfortable and casual and this fantastic flip flops are my go-to shoe. Today I'm sharing a fun Polyvore contest. It's all about #instantjoy. Create a #instantjoy set with Havaianas and you could win a chance a year's ...read more
Shoes for Any Vacation
We are finally headed for a family vacation and in order to avoid over-packing I am limiting myself to just a few pairs of shoes. I am packing footwear that can cover all my daily activities, will be comfortable, look great, be lightweight and easy to pack. We will be hitting the ...read more
What to Wear Saturday
Inspired by Nature! by momtrends featuring zip bags A great bag can inspire an entire outfit. I was drawn in by this shiny Furla bag and how it represented the best of spring. From there I wanted to add a botanic print. Then the honeycomb cuff came into play. And play is the ...read more
Jackets that Suit Your Figure
Today we're sharing how to pick the perfect jacket. These in-between weather days are perfect for layering. In our latest What to Wear video series we're sharing tips for picking out the perfect jacket for your figure. Did you know? Even those who work from home can work in a ...read more
Eileen Fisher Harem Pant
how to wear the harem pant by momtrends featuring patent leather handbags I'm slightly obsessed with this Eileen Fisher Harem Pant. I saw Eileen in them this week and now simply want to get them ASAP. For now, I'll settle for a Polyvore style session. You can join me in craving ...read more
Zobha Active Wear for Spring
Dreaming of a new candy colored spring wardrobe is one of the only things that pulls me thru the last two months of winter! This spring Zobha brings us the freshest designs, hottest colors and coolest coverups around. Check my picks below or check out Zobha.com to shop the entire ...read more
Short Inspiration for Warmer Weather
How to wear shors by momtrends featuring wayfarer style sunglasses Embrace your legs. Ready or not it's time to bear your skin. It's shorts season. Here's a way to put together a look that won't be too young and cheeky. The buttoned-up chambray top makes this a more ...read more
Ja'Ire International Couture: Must-Have Accessories
Ja'ire International Fashions creates the most innovative and wearable accessories. I am always looking to update my wardrobe with accessories. I love multipurpose fashion for its flexibility as well as it is efficiency. Not only do clothes that serve more than one purpose say ...read more
Syncing Your Style: Black and White
I am so excited about the latest trend: all things Black and White (Kristin shared her top picks a few weeks ago, and here are more styles for this fun trend). To me Black and White is the most timeless, classic and easiest style trend to wear. Although it is all over the ...read more
Lendperk: High-Fashion Rental Service
Lendperk is a new fashion service that I just fell in love with. The concept is one with which you may or may not be familiar. Lendperk is an online service that allows you to rent the latest looks without having the hassle of shopping, or spending a fortune. With Lendperk, you ...read more
Syncing Your Style: What to Wear Under Your Clothes
Momtrends is all about sharing our latest fashion finds, beauty tips and all things related to you looking and feeling your personal best. It has been my experience that even the most well put together outfits can be fashion disasters with a common, but easily fixable fashion ...read more
Blouses to Love
What am I on the hunt for this Spring? Pretty blouses that will work with everythingalready in my closet. I want blouses that can dress up my jeans and cotton pants, that can be paired with my pretty spring skirts and blouses that will look great under a blazer. Blouses work as ...read more
My Non Maternity Wardrobe
Having this be my third pregnancy, I am pretty concious about what maternity items I am purchasing. I believe this will be my last pregnancy, and I want to have pieces in my wardrobe that can be worn after I give birth rather than a bunch of maternity items I will no longer use. ...read more
Get the Look: Gwyneth Paltrow
Comfortable doesn't mean frumpy. This winter seems to be going on forever. Rather than pout, I'm making the most of it and enjoying the days of the cozy sweater. Why not take a page from Gwyneth Paltrow's book--denim plus a chic knit? Here's how we re-created the look on ...read more
Trend Alert: Coral for Spring
Spring Trend Coral by momtrends featuring a silk shawl Spring is in the air? Even if there are a few more weeks for winter, you can't stop me from thinking about spring trends. While emerald is everywhere, I'm smitten with coral. Call it nectarine or coral...but the orange-y ...read more
Bundle Up: What to Wear in a Snowstorm
Fashion for a snowstorm. Thank you #Nemo for today's style inspiration. I hope you are cozy and warm with power and plenty of tasty snacks and high-speed internet. While the stores may be full of spring merchandise, Mother Nature has reminded us that no mater what frilly fashions ...read more
Announcing Prabal Gurung for Target
We are loving the news about the latest fashion colloboration from Target with designer Prabal Gurung. This includes a gorgeous collection of designs that are inspired by a girl's journey through love. While perusing through the LookBook, I loved the focus on florals and vivid ...read more
Get the Look Reese Witherspoon
New mom Reese Witherspoon is looking super stylish in this red dress. As part of our weekly Polyvore play we decided to re-create this look for less. The idea it to brighten up with a red dress and keep it casual with kicky fringe boots. We found pieces that were well under $100 ...read more