I love Essie's latest nail polish collection. Six irresistible shades perfect for Spring. The collection features two shades of blue ("Hide and Go Chic" and "Truth or Flare"), three shades of pink ("Romper Room", "Spin the Bottle", "Style Hunter"), and one lovely pistachio green ("Fashion … [Read more...]
Fashion Friday: Ten Purse Essentials
March 28, 2014
I'm not talking about the variety of purses each woman should have in her closet, but instead the essentials we should each carry around in our purses. Here are ten essentials I always keep in my purse. Lip Balm. I love the LipSaver Sunscreen from Arbonne for its antioxidants to soothe lips … [Read more...]
How to Clean Leather and Wool Gloves
March 13, 2014
It's finally March, and if you're anything like me, you've worn the same pair of gloves all winter... and they're getting a little grimy. But what if you can't just toss your gloves in the wash, because they're made of a lovely combination of leather and wool? Here's how to get rid of the grime … [Read more...]
Hurry! Athleta Sale on Zulily
March 12, 2014
Here at ATC, we love Athleta. In January Mel shared how she wears Athleta for winter workouts and how she uses chic Athleta style to transition from the gym to the rest of your life with minimal outfit changes. The only challenge with Athleta? The prices can be a bit intimidating, even if the … [Read more...]
Milk Nursingwear for Discreet Nursing Mamas
March 6, 2014
I nurse my baby in public, without a cover. It's easy for me and it's easy for my baby. But the main reason I feel comfortable doing that is because of the fantastic selection of discreet nursing tops and dresses sold by . I can't tell you the number of times I have nursed my baby without anyone … [Read more...]
Swimwear Spotlight: Chic One-Pieces
March 3, 2014
I don't know about you, but these mid-winter blues have got me dreaming of a warmer climate. Today is not the first time I've showcased one-pieces that avoid the matronly pitfalls common to this style of swimwear. One-pieces can absolutely be chic too! Here are this season's best. Ralph … [Read more...]
Children’s Resale Stores
February 17, 2014
It's no secret that I love shopping at thrift stores. But since becoming a mom, I've discovered the amazing sales at children's resale shops. One of my favorites is Children's Orchard where I recently picked up 10 pairs of jeans (GAP, Gymboree, Tommy Hilfiger) to last Baby Perez until she's about 2 … [Read more...]
Introducing Stitch Fix for Busy Mamas
February 14, 2014
Between shopping for and taking care of the kids, the husband, the house, and so much more, most moms don't have the time to shop for themselves or the budget to spend on a personal stylist to shop for them. Enter Stitch Fix - an easy way to wear the latest trends with very little effort. They … [Read more...]
New Shoe Collection: Sarah Jessica Parker at Nordstrom
February 10, 2014
If anyone knows shoes, it's SJP. Her "Sex and the City" character, Carrie Bradshaw, was notorious for her love of shoes, especially Manolo Blahniks. “Men I may not know, but shoes - shoes I know.” So, what took so long? "I've been thinking of doing this for years but never found the right fit," … [Read more...]
