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Category Archives: Casual Everyday

Budget-Friendly Gifts For The Moms On Your List

11 / 3 / 153 / 14 / 16
Mom gift guide l WWW.MOMMYSTYLIST.COM @TheMommyStylist @MommyStylistBlog

Product images courtesy of retailers.

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My Real Life Mom-Friendly Outfits

9 / 27 / 153 / 14 / 16
casual mom outfit l MOMMYSTYLIST.COM; Twitter @TheMommyStylist; Instagram @MommyStylistBlog

sunglasses – Oakley (patio sample sale); a splurge, 10 years daily wear scarf – UncommonGoods (gifted) graphic t-shirt – Kohl’s long button-down overshirt, boots & purse – ROSS skinny jeans – Forever 21 cuff – borrowed nails – biosculpture gel by Polished (gifted) Outfit total = $138.96 (minus $60 sunglasses = $78.96)

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Replay Monday: Easy Everyday Outfit

9 / 14 / 159 / 23 / 15

By Kristin Hull Now that The Mommy Stylist has been around for several years, we’ve decided to start re-posting some of our favorite blogs each Monday so that new readers can benefit from them as well. (And they can serve as reminders for those who have been with us from the beginning.) While some of the items may no… Read More

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Go From Beach To Sports Event With This Boho-Chic Swim Cover-up

8 / 13 / 159 / 12 / 15
T-shirt dress swim cover-up l WWW.MOMMYSTYLIST.COM @TheMommyStylist

By Lisa Miller A mom’s warm weather schedule can be overwhelming . . . and fun. With so many enticing extracurricular activities to keep you busy, sometimes there just isn’t time (or an available phone booth) for a wardrobe change between school, the pool, errands and the big soccer match. Short of showing up at your… Read More

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TMS Replay: How To Wear Full Skirts

7 / 2 / 151 / 4 / 16

Now that The Mommy Stylist has been around for several years, we decided to occasionally re-post some of our earlier blogs as TMS Replays so that new readers can benefit from them as well. (And they can serve as reminders for those who have been with us from the beginning.) Even though the post below is… Read More

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Ask TMS: How To Look Cool When It’s Hot

5 / 21 / 153 / 14 / 16

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25 Stylish Ways To Wear A Scarf

2 / 20 / 15

By Kristin Hull As our loyal readers know, we here at The Mommy Stylist are big proponents of scarves. They’re inexpensive and versatile, and will amp up almost any outfit. And when old man winter rears his ugly head, or when the air conditioning at the office is going full force, they’ll help keep you… Read More

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Favorite Fashionistas: Style Blogs With Outfits That Work For Moms

1 / 29 / 159 / 12 / 15

By Lisa Miller As I flip through my bookmarked style blogs wondering what to write about this week, I realize the answer is scrolling before my eyes. Why not acquaint you with some of the stylish women I turn to for outfit and article inspiration? My arsenal of fashionistas is organized into three collections: “Everymom;” “Supermom;”… Read More

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Editor’s Note: New Year’s Fashion Resolutions

1 / 16 / 159 / 12 / 15

By Lisa Miller Each year I set a fashion goal for myself. Four years ago, I decided to confidently dress my maternity and post-baby body. Three years ago I created my personal style board in Power Point. (Today, I use Pinterest.) Two years ago I started incorporating color into my wardrobe. Last year, I set about getting… Read More

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How to Wear: Denim Shirts

1 / 7 / 15

By Kristin Hull The chambray/denim/blue jean shirt – whatever you call it, it’s infinitely cool, comfortable and versatile. They’re great on their own but can also be fantastic layering pieces. Try one over a dress or under a blazer, with just about any color, or peeking out from beneath a sweater or another shirt. You’ll wear… Read More

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Get Great Deals From Nordstrom, Anthropologie and More Here!

12 / 2 / 141 / 4 / 16

By Kristin Hull Hey Moms! Just a quick note to remind you to follow us on either Facebook, Pinterest or Twitter so you don’t miss out on some fantastic deals. From raincoats to wedges to tunics and bangles, we regularly post mom-worthy items that are either on sale, or just a great find. Think stores like Last… Read More

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What To Wear On Thanksgiving; Plus, Save 15% At Emerald Cuff!

11 / 19 / 143 / 14 / 16
Thanksgiving Tunic Outfit l WWW.MOMMYSTYLIST.COM @MommyStylistBlog @TheMommyStylist

Tunic and necklace provided by Emerald Cuff.

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Editor’s Note: Fleece-Lined Leggings

11 / 13 / 141 / 4 / 16

By Lisa Miller Don’t have time to shop around? Try one of these options available from Amazon. High waist fleece-lined leggings ($5.50 – $15.10/Amazon) Skinny fit fleece-lined tights ($9.99/Amazon)   Image Sources: Chictopia Lovely Pepa Image 3 Image 4 Get Your Pretty On (Did you like this article? If so, sign up for an email… Read More

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How to Wear: Layers

10 / 30 / 141 / 4 / 16
Stylist's Secret: Casual Fall Layers l WWW.MOMMYSTYLIST.COM

By Lisa Miller Layering is creative way to add interest (and warmth!) to an outfit, a lethal fashion combination for the fall and winter seasons. Even better is that when done correctly, layers can be slimming – whether you want to emphasize a tiny waist or pull the eye away from problem areas like the thighs and stomach. What’s not… Read More

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What to Wear: Trick or Treating (And Later, to the Office!)

10 / 16 / 141 / 4 / 16
What To Wear: Casual Hallloween Costume 2014 / See this and more at WWW.MOMMYSTYLIST.COM!

By Lisa Miller Halloween is just around the corner. As a mom, you’ll probably be participating in activities like trick-or-treating and school costume parties. You want to feel festive and acknowledge that this isn’t just another day but being able to function is of utmost importance. So, how do you pull it off? Easy. Utilize pieces that… Read More

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What to Wear: Fall’s Must-Have Colors

10 / 3 / 141 / 4 / 16

By Lisa Miller with Ebony Benson It’s that time of year again. Fall is in the air and the Pantone color report for autumn 2014 is in. (Pantone is a color forecasting company that holds a bi-annual “secret meeting of representatives from various nations’ color standards groups” to choose a color of the year (2014… Read More

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What To Wear: Parent’s Weekend At The University

9 / 19 / 141 / 4 / 16

By Lisa Miller It’s parent’s weekend at your child’s college; you are so proud and excited that your baby has grown up and is pursuing his or her dreams at Big Name University. Showing support through your wardrobe is a given but how to do it without going overboard? You definitely don’t want to be… Read More

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Stylist’s Secret: Use A Style Board To Find Your Personal Style

8 / 22 / 149 / 12 / 15
Create a style board to find your personal style / WWW.MOMMYSTYLIST.COM

By Lisa Miller Trends come and trends go, but the silhouettes and styles that look good on you and make you feel confident may be less transient. Knowing what you like is the first step in figuring out your personal style. Knowing what your style is will help you create some guidelines to base purchases on… Read More

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A Budget-Friendly Fall Outfit For Work or Play

8 / 15 / 14

By Kristin Hull Transition from summer to fall with a comfy ensemble that can shift easily from work to play with just a change of accessories. Besides being a cute, stylish and comfy outfit, all pieces, except one, are under $55. Plus, it will work for pear, straight and hourglass figures. Apples will want a top that… Read More

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How To Make Khaki Classy And Chic

8 / 7 / 149 / 12 / 15

By Lisa Miller Dear Mommy Stylist, I love the look of khaki and would like to start wearing it. However, when it comes time to pull together outfits, all I can think of is Coldwater Creek – khaki pants, button-down shirt, jean jacket, and maybe a watch or necklace. The look is boxy and tired.… Read More

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Get the Look: Simple and Sleek

7 / 31 / 14

By Kristin Hull  First, a quick note to readers: As you know, one of the goals here at The Mommy Stylist is to make fashion quick and easy for moms. To that end, we’ve decided that when we provide outfit suggestions we will make all attempts to stick to one store for the entire outfit… Read More

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TMS Replay: What to Wear to the Fireworks

7 / 1 / 14

Now that The Mommy Stylist has been around for a few years, we decided to occasionally re-post some of our earlier blogs as TMS Replays so that new readers can benefit from them as well. (And they can serve as reminders for those who have been with us from the beginning). Enjoy! By Kristin Hull… Read More

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Let Formia Design Turn Your Children’s Drawings Into Jewelry or Keepsakes

5 / 15 / 141 / 6 / 16

By Kristin Hull We were blown away when we discovered Formia Design’s adorable (and stylish) pieces made from children’s drawings. And they’re not made from just any child’s drawing, they’re made from YOUR child’s drawing. Simply upload a photo of  the artwork you want to use and choose from a number of jewelry or keepsake items… Read More

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Our Favorite Spring Pieces for Moms From Make Me Chic

5 / 8 / 141 / 6 / 16

By Kristin Hull As writers dedicated to helping moms look put-together without spending a lot of money, we’re always in search of sites that offer on trend items that are actually affordable. Makemechic.com is one of those sites. In fact, I purchased my favorite pair of ankle boots from them last year and get compliments on them all… Read More

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How To Wear: Tribal Prints

5 / 2 / 141 / 6 / 16

By Lisa Miller I remember hearing once, perhaps in a history of fashion class, that after traumatic national events (like 9/11 or the most recent recession) fashion tends to lean toward neutral colors and solid fabrics. A few years after, pops of red and other primary hues begin a scattered appearance. Eventually, as these events… Read More

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How to Wear: Full Skirts

4 / 24 / 141 / 6 / 16

By Kristin Hull As you may have seen in my recent post, “Mom’s Spring Shopping List” full skirts are a big trend for the spring and summer (and will most likely trickle into fall as well). And what a blessing as they cover the pooch, the butt and the thighs! Heaven sent, right?

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Mom’s Spring Shopping List

4 / 10 / 141 / 6 / 16

By Kristin Hull As a mom, you don’t have time to read magazines or watch runway shows to keep up with the current trends. But fortunately, we do. And each season we sift through them to bring you the ones best suited to a mom’s lifestyle.

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Win a Set of Easy-to-Apply, Long-Lasting Jamberry Nail Wraps!

3 / 20 / 141 / 6 / 16

By Kristin Hull As a mom, having a pristine manicure is almost as elusive as finding the mate to every solo sock in your house. Even if you do find time to get to the nail salon, the polish usually only lasts a few days. The Holy Grail of Manicures

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Ask TMS: Casual Hot Weather Outfit Ideas

3 / 13 / 141 / 6 / 16

By Kristin Hull Dear Mommy Stylist, We recently moved to Dubai. I am loving the warm weather, but I am desperate for some new ideas for clothes. Relocating from France, I have been wearing jeans and tops with scarves for the last few years since I’ve stopped working and had my three kids (six, four… Read More

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Congratulations To The Winner Of The Daniel Green Slipper Giveaway

3 / 6 / 141 / 6 / 16

By Lisa Miller Congratulations to Nikki from Oklahoma City, OK for winning our Daniel Green slipper giveaway! Nikki is a stay-at-home mom with a five-year-old, a two-year-old, and one on the way.

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Styling Giveaway Winner Look 2: Sophisticated Comfort

2 / 27 / 141 / 6 / 16

By Kristin Hull A few weeks ago, we posted the first look for our styling giveaway winner, Emily Ragsdale, created by our executive editor, Lisa Miller. Now, it’s my turn. Like Lisa, I tried to keep Emily’s body shape (apple) and lifestyle (junior high school counselor with two young hockey-obsessed sons) in mind when picking… Read More

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Our Styling Giveaway Winner’s First Look: City Chic

1 / 30 / 149 / 12 / 15

By Lisa Miller Before and After In the image above, the outfit on the left represents the typical “mommy uniform” worn by Emily Ragsdale, mother of two boys and winner of our Online Styling Session Giveaway. The outfit on the right is my take on how to liven up this cheerful, comfortable dress. Focus on… Read More

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What to Wear: New Year’s Day

12 / 19 / 13

By Kristin Hull Ah, New Year’s Day. The end of the holiday season. After several weeks of craziness, most of us are ready to tone it down for a while. It’s time to put away the sparkles and heels (temporarily, of course!) and get down to some casual comfort. Comfortable doesn’t mean dumpy Whether you’re… Read More

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What to Wear: Family Holiday Gathering

12 / 5 / 13

By Kristin Hull Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Yule or Kwanzaa, dressing for a December family holiday gathering isn’t much different than dressing for Thanksgiving. A mom wants to look cute, but at the same time she must be able to maneuver around the kitchen, eat to her heart’s content, sit on the floor to… Read More

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What To Wear: Thanksgiving Day

11 / 22 / 139 / 12 / 15

By Lisa Miller Last year, we featured a dressier Thanksgiving look that was more suited to a formal holiday dinner. It’s still in style, so click the link to get inspired if this is the way your family rolls. However, if your gathering goes the way of sweaters and jeans, we’ve got something just as easy – but… Read More

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Fall Trends For Moms: Menswear For Women

10 / 25 / 139 / 12 / 15

By Lisa Miller Since the introduction of the “boyfriend” jeans and cardigan, the menswear for women field has been pretty stale. With all the women lounging around in their boyfriend’s (or husband’s) actual clothes, you wonder what took so long. The glory of menswear for women is that it is so chic. Whether dressed up… Read More

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What to Wear: Trick or Treating With the Kids

10 / 17 / 13

By Kristin Hull Taking the kids trick or treating is one of the joys of being a mother. Getting them ready for it however, often isn’t. By the time you gather all the necessities for their costumes, and get them all made up, the last thing you want to do is put together a cute… Read More

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TMS Replay: Stylist’s Secret – Hats (Yes, you can!)

10 / 3 / 13

By Kristin Hull Now that The Mommy Stylist has been around for a few years, we decided to occasionally re-post some of our earlier blogs as TMS Replays so that new readers can benefit from them as well. (And they can serve as reminders for those who have been with us from the beginning.) Note: Some… Read More

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Fall Trends For Moms: Floral

9 / 27 / 139 / 12 / 15

By Lisa Miller Flirty, feminine florals are in this fall. Although not in the line-up every autumn, take advantage of the trend this season as designers provide us with the opportunity to envelop ourselves in regal, decadent hues like plum, burgundy and deep fuchsia. Darker shades flatter most skin tones and are just as pretty… Read More

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Fall Trends for Moms: Camouflage

9 / 19 / 13

By Kristin Hull Camouflage has been in the fashion scene for quite a while but this fall, it seems to be even more in the spotlight than usual. This is a good thing for moms who seek on-trend clothing that is both versatile and casual, and are bored with their mostly solid-colored closet. The camouflage… Read More

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Fall Trends You Can Actually Wear: Moto Jackets

9 / 4 / 13

By Kristin Hull If you thought moto jackets were just for punks and bikers, think again. Even the preppiest of moms can have a moto jacket all their own. The style remains the same but the patterns and fabric run the gamut from conservative khaki to feminine lace to everyday denim. No matter what your… Read More

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Mom Fall Must-Haves: Pantone Fashion Color Report Fall 2013

8 / 29 / 139 / 12 / 15

By Lisa Miller If you are not aware of color forecasting, let me acquaint you with Pantone. Pantone is a company, which among other things sets the standard for colors worldwide. Twice a year the company hosts “a secret meeting of representatives from various nations’ color standards groups” to choose a color of the year.… Read More

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Leggings: A Mom’s Best Friend

8 / 14 / 139 / 12 / 15

By Lisa Miller Let’s face it, moms need freedom of movement. We are always chasing children, picking up the house, getting in and out of the car, and running errands. All I can say is, thank goodness leggings have come back into our lives. Leggings wear well under airy tops, sweaters, and dresses making them… Read More

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Get the Look: Button-Downs and Cut-Offs

8 / 7 / 13

By Kristin Hull Don’t let the fact that you’re not a twentysomething supermodel keep you from dressing like one. Ok, so maybe you won’t wear the same bathing suit but you certainly can take a cue from Alessandra Ambrosio’s cute everyday mom style. A button-down shirt is always classy and sophisticated, and when paired with… Read More

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What To Wear: Working Out

7 / 31 / 139 / 12 / 15

By Lisa Miller As a mother and a martial artist, I realize how important it is to get in a workout during the week. The stress relief and confidence that exercise brings to your routine is indispensable. Whether you’re there for the weights or the eye candy, a solid wardrobe for hitting the gym (or… Read More

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Get Glamorous With These Fashion Necessities for Nursing Moms

7 / 17 / 139 / 12 / 15

By Lisa Miller Hello, readers! I am finally returning from maternity leave. My beautiful new daughter is healthy and happy at three months. My wardrobe, however, isn’t. While some of my pre-pregnancy clothes fit, they aren’t functional. My maternity clothes are too big and, again, not functional. It’s tough enough dressing a mom figure, and… Read More

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What to Wear: 4th of July Fireworks

6 / 26 / 13

By Kristin Hull The best time to dress hippie chic is well, when you’re acting like a hippie. And what’s more hippie than gathering up the whole brood, filling up the picnic basket, lounging on a blanket and gazing into the sky? But don’t worry – hippie “chic” doesn’t mean donning tie-dye and floral hair… Read More

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The Six Purses Every Mom Should Own

6 / 6 / 13

By Kristin Hull How many times have you carried a purse you knew didn’t look right with your outfit simply because 1) you didn’t have one that would match, 2) you didn’t have time to change purses (we can help you with that in this post), or 3) you didn’t have one appropriate for the… Read More

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Try the Trend: Ankle Pants

5 / 29 / 13

By Kristin Hull Following the trends (in a grown-up and sophisticated way, of course) is one of the best ways to look put-together. One of our favorites this season is the ankle pant. Longer than cropped pants but shorter than regular pants, this versatile style can be worn by any body shape. Even better, they’ll… Read More

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Ask The Mommy Stylist: Mixing Color and Pattern

5 / 15 / 139 / 12 / 15

By Lisa Miller Since joining The Mommy Stylist team, I have received several inquiries about how to mix colors and patterns. Often viewed as  daunting and tricky, most women tend to shy away from bold outfits while admiring them on others. Climbing out of the safe-zone and into the realm of color and pattern, even… Read More

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Ask The Mommy Stylist: How To Quickly and Easily Add Color To Your Wardrobe

4 / 24 / 13

By Kristin Hull Dear Mommy Stylist, I wear a lot of black. In fact, my closet is filled with black clothes. I’d like to wear more color but don’t have the budget to go out and buy a whole new wardrobe. How can I brighten things up without spending a fortune? Denise Dear Denise, Have… Read More

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What to Wear: Rainy Day

4 / 17 / 139 / 12 / 15

By Lisa Miller Don’t let April showers put a damper on your wardrobe. Instead, embrace the weather by donning fashionable rain gear and hitting the pavement in style. We’ve put together a couple of on-trend outfits perfect for the upcoming deluge. Enjoy keeping dry while looking fabulous! Outfit 1: Metallic Fringe Scarf ($8.80/Forever 21 – free shipping… Read More

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Spring Trends Moms Can Get on Board With: Ruffles

4 / 3 / 131 / 6 / 16

By Lisa Miller A longtime staple on little girls’ clothes, ruffles often get the bad rap of being too young, cutesy, and frilly to be taken seriously. These grown-up sexy ruffles, however, are nothing of the sort. They’ll add a flirty, feminine touch to your spring closet. From summery organza dresses to fun accessories, keeping… Read More

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Spring Trends Moms Can Get on Board With: Florals

3 / 27 / 131 / 6 / 16

By Kristin Hull Before you dismiss florals as too frou-frou or too “old lady” take a look at our picks and you may just change your mind.  From vintage prints to modern, there’s something for everyone. Florals come in varying sizes, colors, patterns and styles; they work on all body types and will last through… Read More

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Spring Trends Moms Can Get on Board With: Stripes

3 / 21 / 131 / 6 / 16

By Lisa Miller Love stripes? Then, lucky for you because all types, widths, and colors are on trend this spring. Stock up, but save big with these Mommy Stylist-approved (see the TMS Mission Statement) pieces. Wearing stripes can be tricky; thick horizontal stripes can make you look wider while thin ones won’t. Multi-directional stripes can be… Read More

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Spring Trends Moms Can Get on Board With: Brights

3 / 13 / 131 / 6 / 16

By Kristin Hull   Do you always see other women wearing color and envy them? Do you wonder if you can pull it off? Well, you can. This spring one of the hottest trends is bright colors so now is the perfect time to step out of your comfort zone and dive in. One of… Read More

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Spring Trends Moms Can Get On Board With: Sheers

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By Lisa Miller Don’t be afraid to try sheers this spring. Sheer fabric can make an outfit look, and feel, a bit breezier; add interest to that otherwise plain top; or give a little peek of skin without going tank-top-teen-trashy. They’ll add softness and femininity to leather and create a free, bohemian look with jeans.… Read More

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Spring Trends Mom Can Get On Board With: Colored Lace

3 / 1 / 131 / 6 / 16

By Kristin Hull Sometimes, when people think of lace they think of grandmothers and bygone eras. But the truth is, that when done right, lace is lovely, super-feminine – and yes, even fashionable. This spring the classic fabric has been modernized with color. Blues, reds, pinks, greens, oranges and yellows abound. And it doesn’t always… Read More

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Ask The Mommy Stylist: Look Put-Together In 5 Minutes

2 / 18 / 131 / 6 / 16

By Lisa Miller As moms, fitting everything into the day and looking good is a challenge. There is always something to clean, cook, mend, prepare, etc. Remember, taking at least five minutes for you is important for your mental health and physical stamina. Ever notice how you feel better, stronger when you look your best?… Read More

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Spring Fashion: Trends That Will Work For Moms

2 / 13 / 131 / 6 / 16

By Kristin Hull Even though some of you are still bundled up in a winter coat, spring will be here before we know it. So, now is the perfect time to familiarize yourself with the upcoming trends. I know, I know, you’ve already got enough on your mind. But, don’t worry; we’re here to give… Read More

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How To Wear Patterned Socks

2 / 7 / 139 / 12 / 15

By Lisa Miller Let’s talk about socks for a minute. Colored or patterned socks are an often overlooked accessory that moms could easily take advantage of. Children can’t tear them off of you, they won’t show dirt like white will, and if your outfit is neutral or monochromatic, they can add a little excitement and… Read More

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Ask The Mommy Stylist: How To Keep Your Husband From Cramping Your Style

1 / 23 / 131 / 6 / 16

By Lisa Miller In response to our recent post on looking fashionable in sports apparel, we received a request for a special dad feature and thought, why  not? I mean, his style can certainly affect your style. And if you’re working so hard on yours then maybe we should get him polished up a bit too… Dear Mommy Stylist,… Read More

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Mom to Mom: Mommy Stylist-Inspired Look

1 / 16 / 131 / 6 / 16

By Kristin Hull Mom, Bethany Warren, recently sent us some photos of an outfit she put together based on our suggestions. We think she did a great job and wanted to share her success with you so that you may be inspired to create a similar look. Bethany’s entire ensemble was less than $90 and… Read More

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Get The Look: Mixing Neutrals

1 / 8 / 131 / 6 / 16

By Lisa Miller Mixing neutrals. Yes, you can! Many people shy away from mixing neutrals like grey, black and brown because they feel they either don’t work together or are boring. However, neither is true. As you can see from the above photo, they actually complement each other well. Mom-to-be Jenna Dewan-Tatum sports the perfect… Read More

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Ask The Mommy Styilst: How To Look Fashionable In Sports Team Apparel

12 / 19 / 12

By Kristin Hull Dear Mommy Stylist, With four school-aged kids who are all involved in sports, I find myself wearing team t-shirts often. But I never feel cute in them – maybe because the shirts are always boxy. How can I wear them so I don’t feel so dumpy?  This is an excellent question –… Read More

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What to Wear: Winter Holiday Gathering / Holiday Photos

11 / 26 / 121 / 6 / 16

By Lisa Millerhref=”http://mommystylistdotcom.files.wordpress.com/2012/11/winter-holiday-outfit-final.jpg”> Want to sparkle and shine as much as the twinkling lights surrounding you this holiday season? Try some glittering gold skinny jeans; pair them with a pretty burgundy blouse with stylish back cut-outs, some comfy studded flats, and a cute tailored blazer to keep warm. Accessorize with an edgy braided chain necklace,… Read More

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Mom Fall Must-Haves: Capes

11 / 19 / 129 / 13 / 15

 By Kristin Hull and Lisa Miller Capes are a mom’s lifesaver. Well, stylesaver may be more accurate. Put one on and you have instant style. Whether it be to hide the house-cleaning clothes you have on underneath or to amp up a pair of jeans and a tee, the cape will never let you down.… Read More

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Mom Fall Must-Haves: Trendy Shoes

11 / 9 / 12

By Kristin Hull Oxfords and boots and flats – oh my! This seasons shoe trends are all over the map and we love all the options! From lace-ups to equestrian to over-the-knee to ankle-length, there’s a boot for every outfit. The simple ballet flat has evolved into a shoe with real personality. Studs, snakeskin and… Read More

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Mom to Mom: The Best Jeans Ever #2

11 / 1 / 129 / 13 / 15

By Lisa Miller A few months after my daughter was born, I found I was spending all of my extra time and money on her. Selfless as it sounds, I have to admit a big part of me was trying to avoid dressing my new body. I kept trying to put off purchasing clothes, justifying… Read More

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Mom Fall Must-Haves: Leather

10 / 29 / 12

By Kristin Hull and Lisa Miller Is there anything cooler than leather? Something about it makes us feel just a little more rebellious, a little sexier, and a little more confident. Leather is always in style but this season the designers have made it a trend by using it for more than just jackets and… Read More

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A Fall Trend Moms Can Use: Blazers

8 / 18 / 12

By Kristin Hull Blazers are a huge trend right now and will continue to be into fall. They are a fantastic to have on hand when you want to look classy but not like you’re trying too hard. They can be casual and worn with jeans or dressy when paired with a skirt or dress.… Read More

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What to Wear: Summer Picnic

6 / 18 / 12

By Kristin Hull It’s hard to look cute at a picnic. Whether it’s a holiday barbecue or a company outing, you want an outfit that will allow you stay cool, move easily and sit on the ground or at a picnic table. For most people that means a pair of shorts and a top. There’s nothing wrong… Read More

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What I Wore: Easy Casual or Dressy Summer Look

6 / 4 / 12

By Kristin Hull I got this dress at Target a few days ago for $24.99). It is a high-low dress so it’s a bit longer in the back. This type of dress is a hot trend right now and was all over the runways. If you are short like me make sure the “high” part… Read More

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What I Wore: Lazy Sunday

3 / 19 / 12

By Kristin Hull Last Sunday, my husband and I were having a lazy day but we needed to go out and get a few things done. I did not feel like getting all gussied up for Bed, Bath and Beyond or Home Depot but I didn’t want to feel gross and pray I wasn’t going… Read More

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Ask The Mommy Stylist: Post-Pregnancy Clothes To Hide That Extra Weight

3 / 5 / 12

By Kristin Hull Dear Mommy Stylist, I am hoping you can help me dress my postpartum figure. I’m 5’4″ and at two months past delivery, I’m about 130lbs. My greatest challenges are my hips (measuring 38 in. around the widest part), my flabby abs, and fact that I am breastfeeding. As this is my second… Read More

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Accessorize Me: Lunch Outfit

2 / 13 / 121 / 6 / 16

By Kristin Hull As I’ve been studying outfits on everyday people the one thing I see that most women are lacking is accessories. Most outfits only need a little bit of accessorizing to make them a lot more stylish. So, I thought it might be fun for you guys to send in photos of yourselves… Read More

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What to Wear: Running Errands #2

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By Kristin Hull Looks like the folks at People StyleWatch appreciate drapey sweaters as much as I do. Neither of the women in the photos are wearing anything particularly interesting underneath – but they don’t need to because when a drapey sweater is added, voila, instant style. It’s as easy as that. Take the ensemble… Read More

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What I Wore: Brunch and Errands

1 / 7 / 121 / 6 / 16

By Kristin Hull After being out of town for ten days I had a lot of catching up to do. So today I had brunch with my cousin and then ran some errands. Many of my clothes are wrinkled from the trip but I was able to pull something together that I thought I’d share… Read More

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What to Wear: Christmas Day

12 / 17 / 111 / 6 / 16

By Kristin Hull If  your family is like mine, Christmas day is fairly casual. But we still try to look a little special and festive and my guess is that you do too. So I put together an outfit that I’m not only suggesting you wear, but that I’ll wear as well. Unfortunately, Target doesn’t… Read More

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Outfit Ideas From The Mommy Stylist Event

10 / 27 / 111 / 6 / 16

By Kristin Hull In case you didn’t see the post on our Facebook page, I recently had a Mommy Stylist event at Movida, a boutique in Dallas. For the party, I styled three mannequins with clothing from the store and indicated what kinds of mommy occasions they’d be good for. Although most of the pieces… Read More

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What to Wear: Running Errands

10 / 10 / 111 / 6 / 16

By Kristin Hull I have received quite a few requests for casual everyday outfits. Fortunately, a lot of the outfits I post can be worn for occasions besides the one indicated. For instance, the outdoor sports event look could work for running errands. That’s why I’ve created the categories on the right-hand side of the… Read More

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What I’m Wearing Today: I Don’t Feel Like Getting Dressed Casual

9 / 17 / 111 / 6 / 16

By Kristin Hull Today I went out of the house for the first time in six days. I’ve been in bed with a horrible cold for an entire week. And frankly, I really didn’t feel up to going out but I was low on food when I got sick and during the week managed to… Read More

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What to Wear: Kid’s Outdoor Sports Event (Autumn)

8 / 20 / 111 / 6 / 16

By Kristin Hull Altogether, this outfit would cost around $270 but for nine items that’s really not bad.  And if you consider that each piece is incredibly versatile and can be paired with a number of things that are already in your closet, you’ll realize it’s a great a deal. Wear them all at once… Read More

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