Happy Monday! This dress also comes in a bright, happy green, but I prefer the more sedate, sophisticated black — love the shape of it, and it feels architectural and flattering for lots of stages in your pregnancy. It’s $90 and available in sizes 4-12 (which it notes is like 0-14) at Nordstrom. Topshop Wrap Maternity Midi…
Did your “beauty minimum” change after having kids? On a bigger sense, did your perception of your own vanity change after having kids — did makeup seem more frivolous, not worth the time? Did you go back to your old routine after you went back to work — or did it take a few years for you to get back to your old beauty standards?
Am I the only one who thinks kiddos look absolutely adorable while holding an umbrella? (Am I the only one whose kiddos are absolutely obsessed with umbrellas, also?) Happily no one’s poked anyone’s eyes out (yet), so we’re all good. I didn’t realize Totes made these simple bubble umbrellas for kids — but they do,…
Ooh: these highly rated wedge pumps from Clarks look great — and they’re eligible for Prime. Some colors are mostly sold out, with lucky sizes left for $35, but even full-priced at $50 (certain size/color combinations) these wedges are pretty affordable. Clarks Bassett Mine Wedge Pump (L-2)
Obviously, this print won’t be everyone’s cup of tea — but I like it, as well as the general flattering shape of the dress. It also feels rare to see machine-washable clothing be described as “silky” — and yet this one is. It’s $89.95 full price but on sale for $62 today, sizes 0-18 still available. The…
