• Teething Tuesday: Sharky Brush

    Whoa: I didn’t know the makers of the uber-popular banana toothbrush now have a bunch of teething products available in other shapes. I like this electric blue shark (because of course I do), but they also have an octopus-shaped teether, a corn cob teether, and a banana brush in pink and blue. (They’re all linked…

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    Maternity Monday: Shirred Maternity Dress

    This shirred maternity dress is a longstanding bestseller for Nordstrom and beyond — we’ve featured the sleeveless version before, but not the sleeved style. I like the flattering, body-conscious fit, all the color options (seven different colors!), and the fact that it’s machine washable. It’s $88, available in sizes XS-L. Ingrid & Isabel® Shirred Maternity Dress Here’s…

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    Finally Friday: Kiltie Oxford

    I haven’t really subscribed to the oxford trend before, but if you’re on the hunt for a flat shoe with laces that you can wear to work, these are very highly rated and they’re only $88.95 at Nordstrom. (Amazon has a few lucky sizes as low as $70.) Reviewers are talking about wearing them with cropped pants and cropped jeans, and…

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    Everyone Thursday: Sleek Spark Open Cardigan

    I’m still really happy with my Pivotte cardigan I bought a long time ago, but if you’re looking for a less edgy version of a nice, pretty cardigan that’s not in a jersey, this one (in linen, viscose, and rayon) is a good bet. People really love NIC+ZOE — their four-way convertible cardigan is extremely popular. In…

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    Washable Workwear Wednesday: Swing Dress

    This is highly rated (even if it doesn’t look super-flattering online) and readers have been really singing its praises. I can see it being a great dress if you’re coming back to work from maternity leave and want a more casual look (especially if you want pockets), or if you’re dealing with weight gain, or if you’re in…