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Q: Guest bedroom — queen bed frame (under $600).
A: I would probably do something like this in the blue linen upholstery option and then punch it up with fun bed linens. The Company Store has great options and I’ve been impressed with quality (mini has this set in her new girl bed and our upstairs guest room bunks have these) and I feel like they’re always running sales — this would be pretty with the blue.
Q: Fall photo dress for a 24 week bump.
A: This ByTimo, this Frances Hart, this Mirth, this Cara Cara, or this Anna Cate. Or go with a knit dress like this layered beneath a cape. If you live somewhere warmer, I like the way this Marea dress could be accented with suede to accommodate a coastal setting but establish the season.
Q: Stylish Chelsea boots for a reasonable price.
A: This season, I’m drawn to the ones that have a thicker or lug sole — I’ve had the tab for these Freda Salvadors open for awhile. Similar vibes for less: these Madewells or this Kensies.
Q: Formal events/weddings this fall/winter, 5’2, 3rd trimester, no torso. Willing to splurge!
A: This Taller Marmo — wowza! This one is also fab and in this season’s it color. Or this Anna October! This Mme Mink has a very martinis-at-the-Carlyle vibe to me. A total steal, but this under-$100 dress would also be gorgeous in the chocolate brown with some fun bling.
Q: Long but light coats for autumn – nothing bulky.
A: Something like this would be chic and interesting to mix with fall patterns. I also love a coatigan moment like this.
Q: Cute carpool pick up outfits.
A: A fun blouse like this, this, this, this, or this; a statement coat over a tee; a striped turtleneck sweater or crewneck sweater. Pair any of these with your favorite jeans and clogs, fun sneaks, or Vibis.
Q: Black mini skirt.
A: I love everything about this faux leather one from J. Crew and this pleated tweed from Sandro.
Q: Birthday gift for a best friend who lives in another city — $100-$150 range.
A: This initial necklace comes in right around $150 if you sign up for emails — so sweet. Other options: Byredo perfume set, statement scarf, an Alice Walk pullover, Lele Sadoughi heart earrings, Oribe hair care set.
Q: Blazers please.
A: I’m obsessed with this corduroy one and this Veronica Beard. Or, major splurge, one of the epic ones from Blaze Milano. I shared more cropped/tweed blazers here, and oversized styles here.
Q: Christmas dress for a 28 week bump.
A: Congratulations, mama! This or this would be absolutely perfect.
Q: A workhorse belt.
A: Refine has the most beautiful everyday styles. Other options: I love this croc belt in either the black or brown, and the brand B-Low the Belt has a lot of great options. This one feels like it was meant to go with all of the floaty florals we’re wearing these days, and this one is ladylike. Finally, I just discovered the belt brand Cesoli (local to DC!) which makes gorgeous reversible (!) belts that you can then accent with statement buckles to change up the look.
Q: Outfit for a 90s theme party.
A: Love. I would pay loose (or explicit) homage to Alicia Silverstone in Clueless. Feather pen, plaid mini skirt, lug sole loafers, smooth straight hair, white button down (I might diverge here and pair with a more contemporary blouse like this). Alternately, HHH literally named a dress after her. Layer this dress over a white button down. Bring this as a hostess gift! Enjoy!