This washable silk blouse from Talbots looks promising — I like the four colors it comes in, the pintucks in the front, the roll sleeves, and the half-placket. I also love that it’s on sale: it was $99, but is now marked to $55. It’s available in regular, petite, plus, and plus-size petite sizes. Washable Silk … Read More about Washable Wednesday: Silk Pintuck Blouse
Interesting — hat tip to editor Kate who found these cool kinda-spoons. The idea is that there’s no “up,” so there’s no right or wrong way to use it. Harry just turned one (yesterday, in fact!) and is still doing that comical thing where he insists on feeding himself but turns the spoon upside down … Read More about Feeding Tuesday: Num Num Dips
If you’re like me, a 2.5″ heel is about as high as it’s getting these days (although, honestly, even when I was younger, the 4″ heels had to be pretty special to make it onto my feet). Anyhoo: these Bella Vita pumps come in a zillion colors (fine, 12 colors), have mostly good reviews, and … Read More about Finally Friday: Wow Kitten Heel Pump
I kept seeing this shrug as I reviewed the Nordstrom sale yesterday, and it occurs to me it’s a great thing to talk about here. If you’re like me, during your pregnancy you got reacquainted with the summer maxi dress — my love has continued postpartum; they’re the perfect thing to wear on lazy summer … Read More about Everyone Thursday: Becca Merino Shrug
The Half-Yearly Nordstrom Sale begins today, and there are some great finds for classic, conservative wear. I’m drooling over this chic, machine washable blouse from Hugo Boss — I love the pleats, the black contrast detail, and the sale — 40% off. It was $265, but is now $159 (limited sizes, alas). BOSS ‘Rodera’ Colorblock Pleat Front … Read More about Washable Wednesday: Rodera Colorblock Pleat Front Shirt
Readers continue to sing the virtues of this Pleione wrap top for pumping, nursing, and general wear. Long-sleeved versions are on sale, but they just came out with new colors in this sleeveless version. This pretty rose cross print looks lovely — springy, feminine, flattering. It’s $58 at Nordstrom. Pleione Sleeveless Faux Wrap Blouse (L-4)
I may have had this very top, bought for my first pregnancy with Jack. I remember being disappointed in it — maternity Ts are all disappointing until you really start to show — but I will say, I wore that thing into the ground as a pajama and workout top, as well as a basic … Read More about Maternity Monday: Ruched Tee
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. I always used to wear dresses in the summertime before I had kids — but now it seems like with all the bending and squatting and picking up, I’m more comfortable in pants or shorts for lazy summer days. I like these chambray crops from Vince — pricey … Read More about Weekend Open Thread
We’ve bought a few of these bright red gate check bags that are designed to use at the airport gate to cover your stroller or carseat. The bags always come back from the gate with big black marks on them, which immediately makes me thankful that we’ve used them (and sorry for the other parents who don’t … Read More about Finally Friday: Gate Check Bag for Car Seats
2017 Update: We still stand by this advice on what should moms register for baby clothes— links have also been updated below. Welcome to installment three of our registry for working moms: general baby clothes. What should new moms register for clothes for their baby? Which are your favorite brands and types of baby clothing — and have … Read More about Registry: Baby Clothes
tHappy Thursday! I like the look of this simple blouse from Jones New York — nice dark purple and white graphic print, nice high neckline with a flattering V — and it’s machine washable. Yay! The blouse was $79, but is marked to $49 today. Jones New York V-Neck Blouse (L-0)
Ooh: this little number is machine washable, pooch friendly, and pretty — with a high neckline and work-appropriate length? Sign me up. I think it would look great with a white blazer and nude pumps in the summertime, or even with navy tights, tall boots (or pumps), and a boyfriend sweater on a casual fall/spring day. … Read More about Washable Wednesday: Pleat Detail Floral Print Shift Dress
