For Mom: Maternity Style & Finds

A little something for you: maternity style, diaper bags, pregnancy announcement ideas and gift guides for moms.

What we’re reading: Nursery Style

October 12, 2010

I received a belated birthday present about 2 weeks ago from a very good friend of mine. She knows me too well because this might go down in history as one of my favorite birthday presents!

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Serena Dugan and Lily Kanter, the incredibly talented ladies behind Serena & Lily, have authored Nursery Style. This book is a guide for expectant parents designing their nurseries. It helps you define your style and is illustrated with hundreds of pictures of nurseries that are sure to inspire.

Nursery Style is like a crash course in nursery design! It elaborates on different types of cribs and decorating styles and provides you with creative tips and tricks of the trade. You’ll be feeling like a professional designer in no time with this book.

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By Nicole Abbott-Peretz
Filed Under: For Mom · Tagged With: Chic Mommy, design books, nursery decor, serena and lily

Fall Fashion for the Chic & Cheap Mommy

October 8, 2010

Many women feel that they loose their fashion sense after they become mothers. Myself included — jeans and flip flops are my signature look.

We spend so much time looking up the latest trends for our kids that we feel completely clueless when it comes to picking out an outfit for ourselves.

That’s where Heather, from Multiply Delicious, comes in!

Heather isn’t a fashion blogger. She’s a mommy of twins that LOVES to cook and has an incredible eye for fashion and all things pretty.

October Fashion

Evey month she posts a fashion board just like this one to give us (ok, me!) some clue as to what’s trendy and what we should be wearing/buying so that we (ok, I) don’t look like there are no mirrors in the house.

Visit Multiply Delicious to see where you can get these stylish goodies!
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By Nicole Abbott-Peretz · 1 Comment
Filed Under: For Mom · Tagged With: Chic Mommy, fall trends, maternity, mommy fashion

I Love to Love: Chic & Cheap Finds {9/16/10}

September 16, 2010

It’s been a while since I shared some of my Etsy finds with you but it’s something that I want to do on a regular basis. Shopping handmade from individual sellers (not retailers) is always a great opportunity for buying items that are unique, stylish and affordable.

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Clockwise, starting at the top left corner: Diaper Bag with flap, 5 pockets and zipper pouch, $90; Woody The Log Pillow, $65; Tiny Scallop Clock, $28; Nursing Pillow and Removable Pillow Cover, $38.

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By Nicole Abbott-Peretz · 2 Comments
Filed Under: For Mom, Little Ones · Tagged With: Accessories, Chic Baby, Chic Mommy, Diaper Bag, handmade, Nursing, throw pillows

Weekend Goodies {9/3/10}

September 3, 2010

Two fun items made their way into my inbox this week and I just had to share them with you.

1. Maternity & Style™ is having a sweepstakes and giving you the chance to win a $2,500 American Express gift card . Sweeps ends on September 30th. Enter here or view sweeps rules here.

2. DwellStudio™ is having a MASSIVE sale to celebrate Labor Day. Until Tuesday, September 7th, at noon DwellStudio is offering 20% off on EVERYTHING!

You’re welcome!

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By Nicole Abbott-Peretz
Filed Under: Blog News, For Mom, Get It for Less · Tagged With: Chic Mommy, Giveaways, Sale

My Latest Diaper Bag Obsession

August 3, 2010

Most women seem to be obsessed with shoes.

Not me.

My name is Nicole and I’m a diaper bag-o-holic.

Phew! I feel better already.

Seriously people, I have a problem!

This weekend, I went to Baby Gap to look for a bathing suit for Sophia. Instead of doing that, I stared at a THIS bag for a good 20 minutes…

bella tunno diaper bag chic cheap style

… until my diaper bag day dreaming was rudely interrupted by an impatient husband that just wanted to get the bathing suit and OUT of Baby Gap.

This bag isn’t on Gap‘s website but luckily, I thought ahead. I snapped a picture of the label before my husband tore me away from it.

It’s the Bella Tunno Beautifully Classic Diaper Bag (pictured in grey and yellow) and it’s only $80! It’s made of cotton and linen and incredibly light weight. And it includes all the must-haves for any useful/stylish diaper bag: a removable changing pad, tons of pockets (8 in total, 4 in and 4 out) and coordinating zip pouch.

I want one!

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Filed Under: For Mom, Little Ones · Tagged With: Accessories, Chic Mommy, Diaper Bag, the gap

Amazing Savings for the Chic & Cheap Mommy

June 30, 2010

There are some incredible deals going on right now that you should seriously consider taking advantage of!

Petunia Pickle Bottom is having a 2 day sale {ends today, June 30th}! Find great deals on selected merchandise up to 60% off!

Petunia Pickle Bottoms Outlet

I love their diaper bags! I snagged a few items today as gifts for my many {four to be precise} pregnant friends.

Visit the Petunia Pickle Bottom Outlet today!

And my absolute fav, Isabella Oliver, is having their END OF SEASON sale.

When I was expecting, in 2008, I purchased the Isabella Oliver Maternity Wrap Around Top {worn by Gwen Stefani} for $130. You can get the same one today for $71.45 {£58.65}. I also purchased the Isabella Oliver Maternity Bandeau Wrap Top for $120. It’s available right now for $46.90 {£38.50}.

These are truly amazing deals!

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By Nicole Abbott-Peretz
Filed Under: For Mom · Tagged With: Chic Mommy, isabella oliver

Can We Talk Diaper Bags for a Minute?

June 15, 2010

When selecting a diaper bag, think of it as selecting a new bag for yourself. Let’s face it… you are going to be toting that bag around for a while! Choose a bag that you like, that will be functional and that will last.

Your diaper bag doesn’t have to be pink if your baby’s a girl or have jungle animals all over it!

A bag from Petunia Pickle Bottom would be a great option. They offer a variety of elegant clutches, totes, messenger bags and more. My favorite is the Touring Tote in Glazed Meandering Marakech {$145.00}.

Will you be attending a formal event with your baby and don’t want to take your bulky diaper bag with you? Sounds like you need a diaper clutch{$135.00} from Petunia Pickle Bottom.

Recently, my friend Shanna, from My Favorite Everything, posted a picture of her diaper bag and introduced me to Kit + Lili. I fell in love with the large tote bag with the leaf stripe print {$81}. It’s reversible and Shanna claims it washes well. Shanna also loves that it has a pocket on each side, perfect for holding 2 bottles.