Style With A Twist
We are having a dreaded bad hair day dear readers...make that a bad hair week. Too soon to get it cut and too busy to do much more than wash it, we are simply going crazy! Some days all you want is good hair...it can make your day, especially when the baby won't nap and your toddler is having more mood swings than you are. So put the baby in the bouncer momma, switch on the "toons for the toddler ( what would we do without those Wonder Pets?) and pull up a mirror. We just started using our KNOTHEADS hair accessory and we are in love....it is fabulous!!! (we never use three exclamation points, so you know we're happy). It comes in two sizes and simply wraps around your hair to create either a perfect pony tail, or brilliant up 'do. You can use the little ones to hold back small sections of your hair, or try the big one and twist it into a lifesaving hair band. Knotheads were featured in this summer's Celebrity Hairstyles mag and June's Shape magazine, so expect to see them on celebs and their children any day (Cindy Crawford uses them on daughter Kaia's long locks). Where will we wear them? The gym, the cafe, out for dinner with the girls, around the house and the playground....everywhere. Love the Blond Bombshell shade the most, pulled close to the hairline...very modern and took two seconds to pull our look together. Pair two Knotheads together for that trendy celeb look and you'll feel gorgeous. We've always said that good hair can make or break your hectic mommy day. So toss the bobby pins, burn your scrunchies and ditch the barretts...it's time to rock a more hip and polished look momma. See all their colors and styles for you and your girl at www.knotheads.com
Tame That Mane Mama
A few weeks back we told you about our new flat iron from FHI HEAT...we gushed really. The entire line at FHI HEAT is a celebrity stylist favorite and used by Nicole Kidman and Miss Aniston (not a celeb mommy, but she has great hair doesn't she?). Last week we got to try out their fabulous new brushes...and it's a good thing we had them with us on vacation as we forgot our handy new flat iron. These new lightweight brushes did most of the work for us, which as any smart mommy knows is worth a million dollars (these professional brushes only cost about $20 bucks). The round brush was best for us with our short hair, but they've also come out with a curved and a paddle brush too. The brushes combine tourlamine and nano silver, which honestly just confuses us, but it certainly makes our hair look conditioned and healthy. Good hair can make your worst mommy nightmare disappear. Dirty diaper? Who cares when your hair is shiny. Screaming baby at the cafe? Just run your fingers through your sleek new 'do and smile. We tried it, and it works. Get red carpet hair at www.fhiheat.com
Best Dressed Mommy
Something we've learned over the years is that when you are pregnant you need to maintain your sense of style. Looking fabulous and put together will get you through the most challenging moments of pregnancy. The right maternity outfit can make blemishes, weight gain and swollen feet seem minor and unimportant (for a few hours anyway). We had the pleasure of trying out the stylish designs at Olian Maternity. Their gorgeous lines and cuts just hug you in all the right places...this is no time to hide momma, show off that beautiful bump. Classy shirts, timeless dresses and fabulous sleepwear. Our favorite piece has to be their Maternity & Nursing Lounge Set. We love outfits that help you get through that awkward time after you have a baby...you need comfort, but want to look good. This is no time for old sweats and wrinkled tees. Bringing it up a notch will make 4am feedings and nap time more glamorous. We found Olian's PJ's comfy and definitely stylish enough to greet all those guests that stop by to see you and the baby (why does the doorbell ring just as you're about to feed the baby? ). Perfect for breastfeeding and it comes with a chic little robe and a sweet baby sleeping gown. You'll be the hippest mommy on the maternity ward. Get some new mommy style at www.olianmaternity.com
Hip Diaper Bag For Mommy & Daddy
We are always on the hunt for the very best and most stylish diaper bag. We get really excited when the style and design appeals to both mommy and daddy. How many times does your husband wrinkle his nose or roll his eyes when you ask him to carry your pink and flowery baby bag? He'd rather risk being caught without a clean diaper then be scene with a frilly bag. We can't change our men but we can certainly switch up our diaper bags. We love the classy and timeless look of JIMEALE'S diaper bag collection. Clean lines, gorgeous rich color (chocolate brown...love it!) and oodles of space for all your baby and mommy and daddy things. It's got two side pocket's for babe's bottles, a comfy padded strap ( very important for long days of strolling and shopping) and it comes with a matching change pad. We tried out the Luca bag that's lined with an eye catching lime green pattern and we've been stopped everyday in the park by parents wanting to know where we got this brilliant and functional bag. Can your man can handle a splash of pink? If so go for the Emily bag like Sacha Baron Cohen and his hip lady love Isla Fisher. Chocolate brown and pink look fabulous together. So, enough of our gushing, just go see all of JIMEALE'S treats for yourself at www.jimeale.com
2 Chix Does It Again
You know the feeling...your 8 months pregnant and you have NOTHING to wear! The horror! You're tired of the slim picking at your local maternity store (honestly...where do they find some of that stuff...pregnant woman do not like big yellow bows on their clothing!). We have so been there momma, and we have a remedy. Check out 2 chix's fabulous new offering, their ubur cool Peek -A- Boo Tee. Made of super soft, weathered looking cotton, this tee will help give your maternity wardrobe a little style boost. When we were preggers we chose ours in granite as it goes with everything...no fuss and we think we looked pretty darn cute wearing it. Loved the way it hugged our bump and the V neck was super flattering to our growing figure. Wear it with a white tank underneath for a casual layered look. Those designers at 2 chix know how to keep a pregnant lady happy...brilliant clothes that make you look fabulous. Just what you need when you are pregnant. See all their fresh offerings at www.2chix.com
Hot Milk Will Put The Sizzle Back In Your Undie Drawer
What's got us all hot and bothered? The super sexy undie sets and lingerie from HOT MILK. You thought nursing and maternity underwear was boring? Think again momma, cause this fabulous company from New Zealand will have you looking and feeling like the yummy mummy you are. Simply put, we were blown away by the beautiful colors and flattering cuts of their designs. The camisoles hug you in all the right places and the gorgeous bras make nursing your newborn in the wee bitter hours of the night a snap...comfy enough to sleep in and saucy enough to keep things interesting. Who wants to always be wearing the same gigantic white nursing bra? Sure it's got it's uses and place in your post baby wardrobe, but you need to mix it up a little. Looking your best and feeling sexy will keep you going mommy. We know this for a fact. We are so pleased with our blue satin bra and French knicker set...very comfy and so pretty. Love the Japanese flower design. We're also lucky enough to own their sassy blue Sugar Coated Comfort PJ set...never want to take them off! The top is stretchy and has snaps that open for easy feeding. Love that! So ditch the safe and practical for now and dress yourself up a little in some sassy under things from HOT MILK...you ( and your husband) can thank us later. Go to www.hotmilklingerie.co.nz for a list of online shops that will ship some HOT MILK to you.
Hip-T Has You Covered
You know how it is...you just had a baby and you're starting to get back into shape, but there is that little extra that keeps hanging on. We've all been there momma! What's helping us get through those "muffin top" days? A little something called Hip-T. It's a stretchy cotton hip wrap/band that you wear just over your jeans and under your shirt. It creates perfect layers without having to wear two shirts and you can adjust it to cover whatever you want to hide. We like how it keeps all our wibbly parts together, while making our outfit more stylish and polished. An extra bonus that we discovered while wearing it was that it covers up your belly while breastfeeding...sure it's easy to keep under wraps up top, but it's tricky to keep your tummy covered too. So simple and fabulous! Lot's of colors to choose from, but don't forget classic black and the all important white to compliment your summer wardrobe. Have a look at all their shades at www.myhip-t.com You'll be looking like a celeb mommy in no time.
SlingEZee Has Us Hooked
SlingEZee knows a thing or two about making brilliant baby slings, as they've been around since the 80's. They recently revamped a few things and their new patterns and designs not only offer superb comfort but necessary style as well. We chose the sling in the stunning Chocolate Aqua Flowers and couldn't be more pleased. Love the perfectly padded shoulder strap and rails...no back pain which keeps both baby and mommy happy. We're very "Princess and The Pea" here at Celeb Baby Clothes...too much fabric or too little on our sling and we notice right away. We're able to take our baby to the market, the beach and the park and he sleeps soundly in his new sling while we chase our toddler around. SlingEZee also has enough fabric to keep you discreetly covered and baby cradled while you breast feed. However, we have to admit that the first thing we fell for was their fabulous choice of fabrics...just look at the patterns and you'll toss out the Bjorn and convert to a SlingEZee. Have a peak yourself at www.slingezee.com and after you try one out let us know what you think.
Organic Gifts For Mommy & Baby
Who doesn't like to receive a gift? Make that gift organic, safe for the environment and wrap it up in a gorgeous box and you'll have us hooked. GreenBaby Gifts puts together all natural, eco friendly gifts that are super luxurious and safe for you and baby. After hearing about them from several impressed readers we had to see the gift boxes ourselves...and we ordered ourselves the Nursery Necessities Gift Box. All items are thoughtfully chosen and the presentation is very impressive. The box it came in is a gift itself.. Why wait for a baby shower when you can treat yourself momma? A beautiful box filled with all the lovely things you'll need those first few weeks after baby arrives will make your day and who doesn't need a little pampering? The organic crib sheet and onesie that came in the gift set are neutral in shade, and the body wash smells so yummy and won't hurt babe's newborn skin. Nothing "gimmicky" or wasteful, you'll use all of the earth friendly and safe products. Greenbaby has gift boxes for mommies and toddlers too that are filled with organic goodness, and they make a smashing baby shower present. Swanky, healthy and tons of fun to open, get yourself a little piece of organic luxury at www.greenbaby-gifts.com
Belabumbum Has Us Looking Good
Sure...you'll be sleep deprived, learning how to breastfeed and more hormonal than ever. You'll also need to think about what can you wear that's comfy and sophisticated while you entertain all the new visitors that want to meet your new bundle of joy. You'll want to look good without the worry. People will drop in and who wants to greet their guests in old sweat pants and a baggy tee? New cotton jammies and lounge wear seem more appealing and exciting to us, because when you look fabulous, you feel better. It's just a fact. We love the nursing chemise and baby doll tops at BELABUMBUM. Paired with their lounge pants and their sweet little robe, you'll be set to accept all your visitors (don't let them stay too long...you need your rest mamma!). The Cotton Dot pattern is classy and the cut is very flattering to your figure. We've been a fan of their maternity and nursing bras and panties for a long time (the Copacabana is well know as THE nursing bra to own). Their lounge wear is just as stylish and classy, with a little added oomph to make you feel pretty and sexy. Celeb mommies that have been known to pamper themselves in BELABUMBUM are MILA JOVOVICH and MARISKA HARGITAY. Before, during and after your pregnancy, BELABUMBUM has gorgeous lingerie that will make you feel beautiful and proud of your body, and isn't that what really matters? Add some Belabumbum to your hectic and busy mommy life at www.belabumbum.com
