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Oct

2009

Fashion Tip Friday + A Michael Stars Maternity Giveaway

I understand that when we are talking about maternity clothes one size fits most can sound like an oxymoron, but then came Michael Stars. Everyone’s favorite one sized tee shirts from our non pregnancy days have taken the maternity world by storm.

The maternity version of these tees are simply a little longer and a bit wider to allow coverage for growing bumps. And let me tell you they will cover your bump until the bitter end. As a bonus they look just as cute on your new post baby bod (you know that one you want to trade in for your pre baby bod) as they do on your 8 month bump. We have no idea how they fit so well, wash so well and wear so well, but then again that is what makes them a must have.

The only drawback we have found so far…it is impossible to buy just one.

This week we are giving one away! All you have to do is vote for us by clicking on the Top Baby blogs link and then leave a comment telling us what you want to see more of on our blog. Winner will be announced next Friday, November 6!

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Oct

2009

Fashion Tip Friday – Speaking of Spring

Can you even believe that I just finished market and buying for Xpecting Spring 2010. It is actually around the corner, albeit a long curving corner, but you know how time flies. It was the most fun I have ever had at market…maybe becuase it was the first time that there could actually maybe be a slight chance that I will get to wear those clothes!! Some trends were good and some were bad while others had me wondering will I actually wear that.

For the bad, I have to say the one piece jumpsuit is an all around horrible idea. It is not great on most non-pregnant women and I certainly wonder who thinks a Pregnant Girl who has to pee every 5 seconds has time for a jumpsuit. Also, unless you are Heidi Klum, and you aren’t, it is not likely to flatter your growing bumps and lumps. Unfortunately I saw this fashion don’t from many maternity designers. At Xpecting we say no thanks.

I would love to pair with flats.

For the good, a little 80’s has inspired me to embrace the decade I was born (1980 thank you very much). I found amazing black denim designer jeans by Serfontaine that have gold zippers down the side from below the knee to the ankle. I had wine with a good friend the other night who cringed at the thought, but I am jumping in and we will have them mid-January ‘10. Colors this spring are easy to wear with purples and our all time favorite, royal blue, sticking around for another season. This is good because it took about a year for me to embrace purple and now that I enjoy it I a want it to stay. If you love purple you should check out my fav purple purchase made yesterday from Tory Burch. (Okay that was way off subject, but I know some of you are thanking me while your bank accounts are cursing me.)

Last, were you one of those women who sneered at leggings and skinny jeans two years ago? I was, but now I adore both styles, go figure. What has me singing the same tune you ask? Jeggings. Yep, jean leggings. Will you wear them? What if you are Pregnant Girl, will you still wear them? Please help us decide if we should embrace or replace?

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Oct

2009

Fashion Tip Friday – Get a Leg Up

We think leggings are pretty much perfect for fall weather and pregnant mamas. The problem is that so many of those cotton leggings get saggy and with a growing tummy they can feel like they are sliding down your backside. And that my friends would be a fashion faux pas. Luckily you are a Hormones reader and we promised to keep you in the know. Ingrid & Isabel, one of our favorite lines for absolute must have basics makes a legging that fits like a glove and feels so darn good you would swear you are naked. Seriously!

Oh yeah, and did we mention these babies stretch, but never stretch out and lose their shape, so they are sure to fit and flatter you from beginning of pregnancy to the dreadful end. With that said, hurry out for a pair and indulge yourself with a cupcake while you’re at it, these stretchy, comfy, miracle thing called leggings will still fit.

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Oct

2009

Fashion Tip Friday – Got Plans?

Would you even be the most fashionable mom to be if you didn’t know all about the hottest Hollywood parties? I think not. That is why this Fashion Tip Friday comes with the scoop.

Mark your calendars Mommas because Sunday, October 18 is a one day baby event that celebrates new and expectant moms. It is called Plan A BABY, but that is just code for super cool, chic event for only the hippest moms at the coolest of places, The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. Oh, if ever I wished I was one of you, this is the day. They have promised to shower and indulge you lovely ladies while you mingle and discover products for today’s modern mom (HELLO, that is so you, that is why we are friends!).

Wait, it gets better, they are giving away tickets, you read that right and I know FREE stuff is the best. All you have to do is visit them at www.planababyevent.com and upon checkout enter “giveaway”. Hurry up because they are only giving out a limited number of tickets, then you have to part with your hard earned money and fashionable ladies never pass up a deal.

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Sep

2009

Fashion Top Friday – Fall is Here

Fall is here. Not sure where my readers live, but let me tell you it doesn’t feel one bit like fall in sunny Orange County, CA. I am so ready for the temperature to drop. I enjoyed my summer, but now I want to snuggle up in my favorite cozy sweats and read a good book, I want to break out my winter running clothes, order a long awaited Pumpkin Spice latte, which I know I can do today, but it’s just not the same if I am in a tank top while enjoying a fall treat.

What I do love are all the amazing clothes. Maternity is no exception to great new styles and it’s even more important that you are dressing in comfort. Here is a preview of some of my favs from Juicy Maternity Jeans to LA Made maternity sweats and great thermals and sweaters to keep your bump covered. Happy Fall!

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