Just saying: The 6 Best Mommy Brands You are Going to Want to ROCK Right Now

Since becoming a mommy I've started to go through my closet and really consider what will work for me now and what I just need to let go of.  During the process, I've also been finding brands that really speak to the ever evolving moi:)  These are all brands that are designed by mommy's and I think keep moms looking fashionable, but are still functional.  The great thing is, anyone can wear any of these amazing labels.  Are there any you would recommend?

Tucker by Gaby Basora

Amazing dresses and now offers pants and shirts.  LOVE the prints and how you can dress up or down the dresses she designs.

TWO New York

I love my caftan by TWO NYC!  So comfy!  Great for travel, lounging at home, or if you are like me everyday wear:)

LemLem NYC

The model who designs these pieces goes to Ethiopia to have them designed.  I can't wait to own a dress!

Ace & Jig

I just learned about this label who used to design La Rok!  Now that they are mommies they are designing this line which I think has a mother-earthy vibe I'm digging.

Hatch Collection

This is a popular maternity line that women in NYC and probably elsewhere are also rocking.  They just came out with their fall line and I'm in LOVE!  Their spring line is on sale so check out the sale section.

Cleobella

This line is so cool!  Everything from home to accessories and clothes with an earthy feel.  Great prices too!

Boutique Find: JM Drygoods in Austin

I recently found JM Drygoods through my favorite designer TWO New York that sells their caftans at this location.  I saw images on facebook through TWO NY and I was hooked.  They have a great eye for ethnic pieces with a funky flair.  I love how they style caftans with straw fedora and Panama hats.  It's an effortless chic.

They sadly don't have a site that you can shop from.  But, if you see items you have to have on their facebook or blog, they can help you purchase via email (jmdrygoods@gmail.com).  It's that easy.

Birthday gift time:) Searching on TWO NYC

Which TWO New York caftan should I get...so many cute ones I can't decide!!!

This is how the style looks on.

Pregnant Pause: Mommy Style Rocks!!!

Mommy Style Rocks!! by fashionalities on polyvore.com

The Jumper
$258 - hatchcollection.com

The Caftan
$248 - hatchcollection.com




I'm so excited about my recent fashion finds that can be worn while I am preggers with TWINS right now and after.  I really don't want to lose my style after having twins and taking care of 3 kids.  I just can't give in to wearing sweats, maybe sometimes...and wearing them in a fun, unique way.  But, I've recently found these couple of brands that make me feel like I can do it easily and comfortably.  

*Hatch Collection is a maternity line that is like no other.  I've already shared about them here.  But, they are just so amazing and I love how their styles go with the shoes I just had to share again:)
*TWO NY is a caftan company that started because of two mothers that wanted clothing that was comfortable and chic.  I love how they use textiles and sari's to create these amazing caftans!  I am getting the Monica caftan for my Bday, so get ready to see me rocking this soon:)   Also, don't miss the opportunity to buy the collection on a site called, EDITION01.  I just signed up today.  You can usually purchase through the designers via their site, but I think this site would be fun and if you sign up and use my invite you can receive a $100 gift card for the site!
*Mohop Shoes:  I found out about this through the BUMP IT UP website.  And although she was giving these shoes as an option for preggers ladies, they are perfect for anyone.  They come in low, mid and high heel heights.  At one time I wouldn't have even considered the low and mid...but, now that's all I'm thinking about;)  I also love that the straps can also be vintage sari's!  How genius!!
* Avarcas USA: I just found out about these shoes through a fab blogger, Love Maegan.  I saw them on her instagram page and had to find out more about them.  They come in flats and a slight wedge.  I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE these!  They are made in Spain and you can so see the Spanish influence!  Plus, they are such a reasonable price: $75 flats, $85 wedge.  They also offer men's and kids styles so I will have to get some mommy & me and daddy & me styles going as well:)

My favorite new caftans from TWO New York

I LOVE these prints!  These are easy pieces to wear everyday...dressed up or down.  These are the new prints for Spring 2012 TWO New York.  They will have new prints for Summer 2012 soon.

As seen in NYT.

All are around $300.

My new favorite fashion star: Priya Kishore

Get inspired by more Indian style from Priya Kishore...I can't believe I didnt' know about her already!  Here are some inspiring shots of what this fashion star rocks! She is also the owner of boutique, Bombay Electric.  Update: LOVING the boombox and tumblr links on the site...make sure and check them out!

I LOVE how she rocks a scarf!  An Indian signature she does so well!

While we are thinking about India, here are some tips for if you get to India:

What to wear
Where to go: New guide books I've found at my fave place for Kaftans (made in Brooklyn), Two New York
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This is from the March 2012 of Australian VOGUE

Indian Inspiration

caftan love by Fashionalities featuring tops

Top
$298 - anthropologie.com

lemlem — Marta Gauze Dress
$220 - lemlem.com

Caftans are always in style for me!  The only sad thing is that as easy, breazy as the caftan looks for some reason they are always so expensive.  I really want to make my own...but, here are the ones I really want.:

• I have been gushing over the lemlem designs since the first time I've seen them!  They also teamed up with my fave, J. Crew to sell these beautiful pieces!  
• I just found these Brooklyn made caftans by two.  I want everything!  The colors, the prints, everything is gorgeous!  Plus, they are all made in New York!
• Today I received an email from Anthro that made me super excited!  For the month of May they were inspired by INDIA and have items that are reflective of a caftan and other styles similar to Indian clothing.  I can't wait to get the catalog!  

I can't wait to see the caftans sold in the Calpyso collection at Target on May 1st!  The countdown is on!

Tory Burch and Rachel Roy are inspired by India.



The Resort 2011 line which I just purchased a pair of pants from was inspired by India meets the Alps.  I think that Tory is always inspired by India though with the colors, prints and styles like tunics she always uses.

Rachel Roy

Not only, is Rachel half Indian, she also incorporates her love of the county in her designs which I love.  This season she has earrings that I am gushing over and have to have right now!:)  Plus, much more!