A behind-the-scenes look at the taping of my latest segment…
Click on the photo to view my appearance and see more of my maternity fashion tips!
This week I dressed Courtney Caligiuri from The Rhode Show in a few lovely outfits from A Pea in the Pod.
The key to creating a stylish maternity look is to invest in a few beautiful maternity pieces, creatively integrate your non-maternity clothes, and then accessorize like crazy!
A few must-have investment pieces for the season: designer denim, white pants, trapeze tops, and the wrap dress. (Dresses can be a lot more comfortable than pants when you are pregnant, giving you the freedom of not having a waistband digging into your belly.)
Take stock of your non-maternity wear that can be worn through much of your pregnancy– for example, cardigans and jackets can be left unbuttoned and used as layering pieces. Tunics and leggings can be worn well into the 2nd trimester and are right on trend. Just make sure to keep the volume on one half of the body. Keeping the other half fitted will help make you look thinner.
Accessories are “one size fits all” and can bring attention to areas you would like to focus on, like your face. A long necklace can keep the eye line moving, resulting in a slimmer and longer appearance. Scarves and handbags are a great way to add some color and can be used long after the baby is born.
Watch my appearance on The Rhode Show to see more of my maternity fashion tips!
Welcome to the first in a series! Style Profiles will introduce you to some people I’ve crossed paths with that have inspired me with their creativity and style.
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Name: Rubens
Occupation: RISD Grad Student, Artist, DJ
What are you wearing?
-Hat from vintage boutique (Nava)
-Black jacket (G-Star)
-Olive green long sleeve polo shirt (American Apparel)
-Hoodie from the sale rack (Urban Outfitters)
-Super Skinny Brown jeans (Levi’s)
-Vintage Italian loafers (Into The Wardrobe)
How do you describe your style?
I like a subtle contradiction and merging things together; like something a bit unrefined with a velour blazer, or something sporty like a track suit jacket with tweed pants.
What is your biggest splurge?
Seriously, anything I buy above $50 feels like a splurge, even if it’s the grand total of a week of casually buying shirts from vintage stores.
Do you have a signature look or piece?
Probably those same shoes, loafers, wallabees. I like shoes a lot, so a lot of times I build my outfits from the bottom up.
Favorite local store?
Second Time Around |
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Name: Brook
Occupation: stay-at-home mom
What are you wearing?
-Black turtleneck sweater (Gap)
-Jeans (Banana Republic)
-Boots (Banana Republic)
-Trenchcoat (Target)
How do you describe your style? Easy, comfortable, versatile
Do you have a signature look/piece? Handbags
What is your favorite piece of clothing? A green sweater coat from Anthropologie
What is your best beauty secret? Avalon Organics Vitamin C Vitality Serum
Favorite local store? Frog and Toad for handbags! |
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Name: Shura
Occupation: Director of Development, Festival Ballet
What are you wearing?
-cotton top (Free People)
-jean jacket (boutique in Ireland)
-vintage necklace
-skirt (Gap)
-boots (Delia’s)
How do you describe your style?
I would say, daily reinvention. Everyday is different depending on how I feel.
What is your favorite piece of clothing?
I have a few dresses by Theory that fit really well. The lines and fits are classic and they can be dressed up or down.
What is your best style secret?
Know which metals look best on you, and pay attention to all the ways you incorporate them into your outfit, from buckles on shoes and hardware on purses to the thread colors of a scarf.
Best go-to places for bargains?
Second Time Around, Marshalls
What has been your biggest splurge?
A pair of high black Tahari boots |
Here are some more of my favorite beauty products
along with some tips and tricks to make them work for you!
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Clarins Self Tanning Instant Gel, $32.50
This winner of multiple ‘Allure’ Beauty Awards dries quickly and creates a natural tan that will visually slim your body. A red carpet celebrity secret! |
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Ojon Rub-Out Dry Cleansing powder, $24.00
Yes, I’ve gushed about this before. I just love being able to skip the wash-lather-rinse-repeat AND blow-dry some mornings. Dry shampoo requires no water – just rub it in and it absorbs excess oil, leaving your hair surprisingly full of life! |
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Hip-T, $19.95
This fantastic invention covers the dreaded “muffin top” that can sometimes sneak over the top of your jeans. It also creates a cute layered look without the bulk. Perfect for summer! |
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HemmingMyWay instant hem adhesive, $22.00
As a stylist I always recommend that women have 2 pairs of fabulous jeans – one hemmed for flats and one for heels. This hem adhesive can turn your favorite long jeans into a shorter length for ballet flats and then back again! It’s better than typical fashion tape because the pieces snap together, allowing for re-use. They can even be machine washed! |
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Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat , $40
My makeup artist calls this little stick “magic” and I have to agree. It adds light and lift to many a tired eye. It can make your eyes appear wider when used between the eyebrows. My favorite Touche Eclat trick is for those of us who have Angelina-envy: dab a little of this above your cupid’s bow – the reflection of light will make your lips look fuller and poutier. |
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Gal Pal Garment Deodorant Remover, $10
These dry pads buff out deodorant marks instantly – no wet washcloths or dry cleaners to contend with! A favorite of Cindy Crawford. |
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Sally Hansen Airbrush Legs, $12.95
Nude pantyhose are never right. For slimmer, even-toned legs without the hose, try Sally Hansen Airbrush legs! The water resistant formula covers imperfections and is available in 4 shades to match any skin tone. |
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Clinique lipstick (shown in Pink-a-Boo), $14
Clinique doesn’t claim to whiten teeth, but they have figured out a way to make your smile brighter. Their 12 specially formulated shades create a contrast that enhances your pearly whites. They even used a dental colour guide to confirm that smiles are at least one shade brighter! |
Yes! Today I got my exclusive invitation to attend StyleWeek Providence.
Modeled on major Fashion Weeks in cities like New York, Milan, Paris and London; StyleWeek Providence is New England’s only fashion week event that focuses on the business of fashion. StyleWeek’s shows will feature a range of designers, introducing both new talent and latest collections from internationally recognized fashion houses to buyers and media.
While the daily runway shows will be invitation-only for stylists, buyers, and press, there will be many other fashion-related events for the general public.
StyleWeek Providence, June 6-12, 2010, is New England’s premiere fashion week event to promote fashion & design from the region. Formal runway shows highlight both up-and-coming and established design talent to buyers and the media from the Northeast and beyond, while community events throughout the week engage both residents and visitors in celebrating local culture.
