Thu Apr 24, 2008
Maternity Find: Pregnant Moms Flip for These Flip Flops
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Maternity
What: Pregnant Moms Flip For These Sandals
Why: Summer is just around the corner and what better way to adorn your feet than with flip flops from Bonnie Marcus Style Press. For the expectant mom, might I suggest a sandal with her in mind. Embroidered on the strap is “Mom To Be,” and on the footbed is a silhouette of a pregnant mom and the words, “Expecting In Style.” Get them for yourself and be a hit at the pool. Get them for a girlfriend and be a hit at her shower.
More than just a groovy flip flop, the arch is sculpted and the wave tread pattern is both durable and comfortable. Bonnie Marcus is donating a portion of the proceeds to breast cancer research, so don’t be shy – buy them for everyone. Don’t know anyone who is expecting? Check out the whole line of graphic sandals to find the pair that’s right for you. After you place your order, go get a pedicure. You deserve it.
Price: $32
Find it: BonniesStylePress.com
Fri Mar 07, 2008
Erika Lenkert Shows You How to Look Fabulous When Pregnant – Five of You Will Win Her Book!
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Books Giveaways Maternity
Who: Erika Lenkert, author of the newly released
The Real Deal Guide to Pregnancy: Fresh and Practical Advice for Navigating the Next Nine Months
What Erika says: Here’s the thing about pregnancy fashion: While today’s astounding selection means women are no longer relegated to the tent look, the price of a chic wardrobe may make you wish the muumuu was back in style. However, there are ways to look and feel wonderful without blowing Baby’s college fund. If you integrate the following mix-and-match basics into your pregnancy purchases and embellish them with your existing accessories, you’ll waddle through your trimesters in style—and perhaps save enough to justify a few extra well-deserved maternity massages.
A great pair of maternity jeans: When I asked more than 100 mothers to list their absolute must-buy maternity items, denim topped the list, and
GapMaternity
ranked number-one. No surprise there—they’ve got an astounding array of options, the most popular of which is the
Demi Panel Style
.
Cotton underwear: If you wear G-strings or thongs you may not need larger underwear during your pregnancy because those stretchy little hammocks may just fit you even at your fullest. (Although if you develop hemorrhoids, the pain will inspire you to forget about flossing!). Invest in some basic comfy cotton underwear, like these
Old Navy
numbers, which will allow you more breathing room, so to speak. Whatever you do, don’t spend big on undies because the minute you give birth you’ll never want to see them again.
An array of V-neck T-shirts: V-necks create a shape that diverts the pregnant woman from the usual pear look. It also accentuates the positive—your newly super-sized cleavage. Get a couple of clingy selections in a few different colors. Don’t forget to buy one in ever-slimming black, such as this newly discounted splurge purchase from
Pea in the Pod
, which can easily be dressed up or down.
A versatile sweater-wrap or jacket: Pregnant women run hot and cold—literally. Though often you’re more likely to feel the heat of the bun in the oven, there are still plenty of times when you’ll want to snuggle up in something stylish. Yes, this particular
Juicy Couture pick is a major splurge. But on the bright side, you can always hawk it on
eBay
or Craigslist after the fact and probably get around half of your money back.
Chic flip flops: At some point you will give up the desire to slip anything onto your feet other than good ol’ rubber sandals. And why not? There are tons of super-cute styles out there. If you find a pair you love, buy an extra set before you’re too big and lazy to care that your favorite slip-ons have started to smell like a boy’s locker room. When shopping for selections, keep in mind that it’s better for your pregnant body to wear shoes with a little support. Luckily, you can always turn to the pretty practicality of
Havaianas High Heel Lights
.
Win a copy of her new book,
The Real Deal Guide to Pregnancy: Fresh and Practical Advice for Navigating the Next Nine Months!
We are giving away copies to five lucky readers. In order to be considered, share with us your favorite mom-to-be fashion tip by Monday, 3/10/08 at 11:59 PM. Five winners will be chosen during a random drawing and will be notified via e-mail to receive the prize. One comment per person.
THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED
Congrats to Jennifer J, Jessica C, Kendra C, Heather N and Michelle R!
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Wed Jan 23, 2008
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Gentle Skin Care: Why We Adore Mi Amore
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Maternity Maternity Bath and Body
What: Mi Amore Pure and Natural Skin Care for Moms-to-Be
Why: There are so many reasons to love Mi Amore that I almost wish I was pregnant again. (I think I just heard my husband faint.)
But here’s a secret, you don’t have to be pregnant to benefit from Mi Amore’s botanical oils, natural herbs and certified organic cocoa and shea butters. The Moisture Me after shower body oil may improve elasticity and soothe itchy tummies, but trust me, it feels great after a shower or bath and, hey, I can use all the elasticity I can get. And the Natural Glow Face Complex with rosehip and primrose oil gives me a healthy, dewy look as my moisturizer fades in the middle of the day. Mi Amore also offers C-Section Regenerative Scar Therapy to promote healing and Oh Baby! Belly Butter for any place that’s itchy or stretchy.
All of the ingredients have been certified safe to use during pregnancy and none of the products are tested on animals.
Price: $25 and up or buy the Mommy Care Pack with full sizes of Moisture Me, Belly Butter and Natural Glow Face Complex for $75 and shipping is free.
Find it: miamoreskincare.com
Tip: Find more goodies like these in our Gentle Skin Care Guide for Mom and Baby.
Tue Jan 22, 2008
Deal of the Day: Up to 60% Off Maternity Fashion at Ann Taylor Loft
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Deal of the Day Maternity
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Maternity Find: Get Your Snooze On with a Snoozer Pillow
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Fri Jan 18, 2008
Deal of the Day: Up to 75% Off Designer Maternity Jeans at Pea in the Pod
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Deal of the Day Maternity Maternity Jeans
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Maternity Find: Bless Your Belly with Blessence Maternity Tees
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Celebrities Maternity
What: Blessence Maternity Tees
Why: What happens to your maternity style when you have seven kids and another on the way? If you’re mompreneur ShaeLyn Werner, you create your own line of hip maternity tees that celebrate pregnancy and motherhood. Blessence Maternity’s bump-hugging tanks, tees and thermals have fun, positive messages like “
Angel on Board,” “
Babylicious Body” and “
Blessed Belly,” and they even have a tee that gives back. Ten percent of the sale of each “
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star” tee goes to the Starlight Children’s Foundation.
Celebrity Fans: A pregnant and glowing Angela Kinsey from
The Office models the Twinkle Twinkle Little Star tee next to Werner at the Boom Boom Room Gifting Suite. Actresses Kellie Martin (with
Adoption is the new Pregnant), Christie Lynn Smith and Melissa Joan Hart (with
Mommylicious tee) strike a pose.
Price: $34 and up
Find it: blessencematernity.com
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Tue Jan 15, 2008
Deal of the Day: Up to 70% on Designer Maternity Dresses at Nordstrom
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Deal of the Day Maternity
What: Save up to 70% on Designer Maternity Dresses at Nordstrom.com
Why: When you’re pregnant, the last thing you want to deal with is being uncomfortable with buttons, zippers and waistbands that seem to be shrinking with each passing minute. The solution? Wear a dress. Not only is it easy to throw on, but get the right one and you’ll be wearing it all nine months—unlike some of those maternity jeans that you’ll outgrow soon enough. Try these stylish dresses on sale, and save those extra dollars for a baby bag.
This black
Momzee Belle Dress
is 70% off for only $43.90. Pair it with ballet flats, boots or even sandals in the summer, and you’ll instantly look chic. (Available in XS-L.)
If you’re a little more daring and craving some color, try this
Chiarakruza Thea Dress
with a bright peach sash. It’s on sale for just $67.90 and will get you noticed. (Available in XS-L.)
If you want a timeless piece, splurge on this
Liz Lange Marley Dress
($104.90). It’s a faux-wrap dress so you get the flattering look without having to worry about it accidentally revealing too much skin.
Get Your Deal: Nordstrom.com
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