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Image via La Ligne, featuring their Colby pant.
Q: High waisted silk pants like La Ligne Colby, which are sold out.
A: There was a minor restock and you can find limited runs of sizes here. Found them fairly fully stocked in brown here, and on TRR here. Alternately: these from Reformation or these from Xirena.
Q: Tops to wear to dinner or drinks with friends — $100 or less.
A: Zara’s a great place to start — love a classic stripe button-down or this Carolyn Bessette Kennedy vibes off the shoulder sweater. Emerson Fry has really cute options that are under $100 when you use code YOUROCK — love this and this. Also love this Loretta Caponi-esque top (also under $100 with code YOUROCK). And this feather-trim J. Crew top is on sale for under $100 right now!
Q: More jeans!
A: Seriously considering this pair from SLVRLAKE at the moment. So many of you love these ones from Khaite, which I did order but did not work well on my shape / were long and cropping them would have changed the silhouette. Also love the wash/fit of these from Agolde and these from Paige. (Always drawn to a raw hem so I can crop myself…)
Q: Rehearsal dinner dress.
A: This or this, depending on your style (first more minimalist, second more maximalist).
Q: Baby boy sprinkle in Feb.
A: Congratulations! My first thoughts were this Zimmermann, this Nina Blanc (adjustable self tie waist) or this striped dress (or this one!), either of which will also be perfection for nursing. My sister (expecting her second) has been wearing La Ligne dresses a lot this pregnancy — this is perfect. Tuckernuck has a great edit of maternity-friendly styles — this is a splurge but you could wear post-pregnancy, too, and this is cheery and fun. This also feels right for the season and perfect for an expecting boy mama — look for less with this. Also love this Marea for more of a boho moment.
Q: Cross body purse for Europe — practical, cute, pickpocket-safe.
A: I still love the Celine Trio bag. It’s lightweight, zippered, goes with anything. You can find them in fun colors gently used at TRR — see here, here, or here. Having the separate zippered compartments might also be handy for travel! Quince has an “inspired-by” option for a fraction of the price in some cute colors, too. Not zippered, but this crossbody by Savette is crazy chic and would keep everything tucked in place, I think. Splurgier/designer/trendy option: this Bottega. (Inspired-by option here, for $50, and a similar vibe at a more reasonable option from Clare Vivier here.)
Q: The look of a Double J printed maxi without the price tag.
A: You can sometimes find great deals on this on The Real Real, like this one, but Tuckernuck and Oliphant also do some bold patterned maxis that give major La DoubleJ vibes with a more reasonable price point, like this or this.
Q: Classic black blazer. Not Veronica Beard — I already have and love!
A: Have you tried Smythe? I’ve heard such good things about their blazers. This one or this one, depending on style preference. Blaze Milano for a splurge — this or this. For something more reasonably priced, Theory. I still have major respect for this brand even though I feel like it’s not talked about very often anymore.
Q: Milestone gift for myself. Under $5k.
A: I would do a classic black quilted Chanel bag! You’ll wear it forever and ever.
Q: Inexpensive everyday outfits for my baby girl.
A: How cute is this little set ($8!)? Zara also has great options, like this and this.
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When you cut your own hem do you do anything to stop the thick frayed edge that happens with washing/drying? Or just wear as is? Petite here as well!
Hi Tina! I turn inside out and wash like usual but then always (always) lay flat to dry!
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For the fellow mama looking for everyday baby girl outfits, I’ve been pleasantly surprised with Old Navy. There are almost always sales and, personally, I find most of the patterns to strike the right balance between fun and youthful. My long torso 11 month old practically lives in their dresses and leggings. Little Planet by Carter’s and H&M (prefer browsing at the latter in person as I can never decide if their sizing runs small, big, or spot on!) are also favorites – they’re minimalist and simple without being boring or in “sad beige baby” territory. Hanna Andersson one piece/PJs are great quality and perfect everyday outfits and currently on sale!
Great tips! Thank you so much for sharing!!
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