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Reader Question: Help, I'm Pregnant and Going to Disney World, I Need Cute Comfy Shoes!

2010-03-19T00:58:36-07:00

I am going on a trip to Disney World in late May (God help me) with my husband's family. Our 2.5 year old will be along for the trip, and I will be about six months pregnant. I am trying to find comfortable, breathable shoes to wear for this trip, that are also cute and stylish. My feet are wide to begin with, so pregnancy swelling+Disney crowds+heat and humidity will probably turn them into Fred Flintstone feet. I'd appreciate any suggestions you can come up with. I'm feeling desperate.

Worth A Closer Look: Ann Taylor Loft's Spring Line

2010-03-17T21:23:58-07:00

On the fairly rare occasions I've wandered into Ann Taylor Loft (usually suckered in by a big sale), I've often left feeling underwhelmed. The clothes were never horrible...just "eh". Once in a while I'll pick up a necklace or something...but overall, I saw Ann Taylor Loft as a place to be bored. Nice basics, nothing exciting, nice prices, nice sales, but nothing worth a trip. Yawn. So I was very confused, the other day, when I happened to glance over at the Ann Taylor Loft window displays. For a moment I thought I was looking in J. Crew's windows. But no - it was good 'ol ATL. But this time...the clothes were cuter, somehow. A bit...dare I say it? Trendy?

Reader Question: How To Minimize a Large Chest Without Showing Cleavage

2010-03-16T23:42:08-07:00

This is a tough one! Neither S. nor I are large chested, so we can’t for the life of us fathom why anyone would want to cover up the girls. We love the girls. And one only gets to show them off for so many years in one’s lifetime. . . but I guess this all goes back to people with curly hair wanting it straight, statuesque gals feeling awkward whilst their petite pals kill themselves on heels, and, in general, the grass being greener on the other side.

Winter / Spring Mom Uniform Idea: Boyfriend Jeans + Sweatshirt + Girly Accessories

2010-03-11T20:30:00-08:00

Yesterday we showed a mom-uniform outfit idea based on a blousey dress (courtesy of reader Amy), and today we have...

Winter / Spring Mom Uniform Idea: Dress + Leggings + Rainboots + Warm Accessories

2010-03-10T21:11:13-08:00

IMG_3827-Edit-Edit-EditOne of my very favorite things about blogging? Hearing from our fabulous readers. And one of our readers sent in a pic so gorgeous, I knew I had to post it!! Girls, meet Amy. Amy is (obviously) pregnant, and rocking a very cool version of a daily mom uniform.

Rainy/Sick Day Activities: Water Cups

2010-03-08T19:21:29-08:00

The easiest thing to do with a sick, fussy toddler, of course, is to pop him on the couch and let him veg out in front of the TV. That's what I feel like doing when I've been barfing my brains out. But when my two-year-old, who never saw an operational television until he was over a year old, started talking about the Wonder Pets like they were friends of his a couple of weeks ago, I realized it was [way past] time to put the breaks on the boob tube consumption.

Jumpsuits & Rompers: A Mom-Friendly Fashion Trend?

2010-03-05T00:15:12-08:00

As I wrote in my response to a reader comment earlier this week, I'm simultaneously repelled and intrigued by the...

What We're Reading This Week: Wearing Flats With Tights from Blue Collar Catwalk

2010-03-02T21:19:21-08:00

Dear reader: have you ever considered the rule of thirds with regard to your flat footwear? How about the sheen and texture of your shoes in relation to your tights? Have you recently scrutinized the curves of your feet and how your flats accentuate them, either elongating or shortening your leg, depending on their fit? No? Mmm hmm. . . I didn't think so. Neither have I, and I suppose that's why I've been largely unsuccessful at pairing flats with skirts and tights. I either a.) spit and curse my 5'4" (and 5/8ths!) height, then put on a pair of heels instead, or b.) spit and curse my 5'4" (and 5/8ths!) height, then opt for trousers.

Reader Question: How Do I Spend a $200 Nordstrom Gift Card?

2010-03-01T23:30:45-08:00

Reader Question: So, my last birthday I was VERY pregnant and couldn't come up with gift ideas because I was having trouble imagining life post-baby. My husband gave me a $200 Nordstom card as my present. I used to have no problem spending money there. But now after baby and with not working, I can't for the life of me decide what to spend it on. I could use some new things for spring because last year I was pregnant. Any ideas? I am comfortable spending a little more than just the card if it is on something essential or fantastic. - Liz Answer: Happy birthday and congratulations on the new babe! Having had two in the past 25 months, I can totally relate to not knowing where to start spending on yourself post-babe(s)--there's a lot of ground to cover when you've sat-out several seasons in elasticized pants.

What We're Reading This Week: How to Wear Dansko Clogs From The Style Bakery

2010-02-25T21:54:28-08:00

Silly me. I had assumed that only mums would be interested in trying to make Dansko clogs fashionable. So imagine...