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Peter Som for Kohl’s – A Sneak Peek

This Spring Kohl’s is stepping up the fashion ante by offering a very chic, St. Barth’s inspired line of clothing for their DesigNation Series designed by Peter Som.

Peter Som is a renowned fashion designer with a keen eye for clothing design that is easy, chic and all around beautiful.  Peter Som’s DesigNation collection that will be offered at Kohl’s offers just as much fashion bang for the buck as his higher priced collections. Lucky for us the full line will be available for purchase online beginning April 7 and in stores and online starting April 10.  If after taking a look at a few of the pieces from the line and you can’t wait to get your hands on a few pieces please feel free to shop the Peter Som Boutique presale on April 4th and April 5th!

As a fashion, and budget conscious mother I like to purchase items that have the ability to be dressed up or dressed down. I have styled three of the pieces from the Peter Som collection  I was sent with pieces from my own wardrobe to give you an idea of how you could easily make these fabulous pieces work for day or night.

Peter Som for Kohl's Striped Romper

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Peter Som for Kohl's striped romper

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Peter Som for Kohl's Striped Romper

Peter Som for Kohl's Halter Dress

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Peter Som for Kohl's halter dress

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Peter Som for Kohl's halter dress

Peter Som Pineapple tank

(Pineapple tank)

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Peter Som for Kohl's Pineapple tank

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Peter Som for Kohl's Pineapple Tank

Adding a statement necklace or a flat shoe is just enough to make these pieces versatile and styling and great options for women on the go to look easily stylish with just a few accessories.

Are you ready for Spring fashion? Which of these three pieces are something that you could potentially purchase?

I was provided clothing samples to facilitate this post. All opinions are mine. You already know!

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#MamanistaFriday – Red Trench Coat

I wasn’t a fan of red long before I became an AKA #NoShade. Truth be told I’m still not a huge fan, but when I saw this lady in red at my local Goodwill for a whopping $1 I had to have her.

Red Trench coat

I love a good trench coat, I’m not really sure if this qualifies as a true trench  as the material  slightly throws it into the raincoat category. Perfect for Spring.

red trench coat

It’s raining today and I have a few errands to run and I am taking the kids to LEGOLand  so fashion and function it is.

Red Trench coat

Happy Friday!!

Red Trench Coat

Trench/Rain Coat: Thrifted Jeans: Thrifted Oxford: Thrifted Necklace: Thrifted Boots: Hunter

I’m linking up with Trina and Aracely for #MamanistaFriday!

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Abby & Co. – Atlanta’s New Mom and Baby Boutique

One of the undeniable truths about being a mother is you never find it okay the time to indulge yourself. The word indulge is not to be confused with something lavish and expensive but instead points to purchasing something as simple as a pretty journal or relaxing candle for yourself.

Abby & Co

Taking “mommy guilt” out of the picture sometimes the last thing you want to do is drag a sleepy, crying toddler into an establishment so you can browse and pick up a few things for yourself.

About a week ago I had the pleasure of previewing Atlantic Stations’s newest boutique Abby & Co. and this store set the right environment for Mamas to pick up something for baby and themselves.

Abby & Co

Full of awesome….I say.

Abby & Co.

From baby shower gifts to stationary to those hard to find baby items they have a little bit of everything. A one stop shop.

Abby & Co.

Abby & Co

I had the opportunity to chat with the wife half of the husband and wife duo that owns the store and she stated that their vision was to create a space where Mom could grab something for herself in the midst of  purchasing something for her child or a gift for a friend.

Abby & Co.

Abby & Co

Abby & Co

The entire store was just full of win. I didn’t know where to look first. Totally one of those places where you are mindlessly picking up things and get to the register to realize you’ve amassed quite the tab.

Abby & Co.

Abby & Co.

Abby & Co.

Believe it or not I left with only things for myself and none for the baby. I think I supported Abby & Co.’s vision!

If you are in Atlanta please be sure to visit the store. It is in Atlantic station near DSW. Please find Abby & Co. on the Web, Twitter and Instagram.

Are you still on the Mommy guilt train and need a little coercing to pick up a few things for yourself? Why?!

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#MamanistaFriday

This week Trina and Aracely started a new theme segment on Mamanista Friday. This week the theme was prints/patterns.

I know some people like to stay away from mixing prints but I am a huge fan. I don’t do it often but I try to do a little something when I can. One of the keys to making this trend work is to make sure the prints are in the same color family.

One day this week while out running errands I wore this:

 

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Sweater: Thrifted Blouse:Thrifted Jeans: Thrifted Rainboots: Target Necklace: Target Cuff: Tory Burch

I tell you this weather really has me home bound. I thought I would spice things up by moving from my dining room to the kitchen this time. Change is good. Can’t wait to be able to go outside.

Are you a fan of mixed prints? Have you dared tried the trend? Are you ready for Spring?!

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