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July
Recently, a reader wrote to me wanting to update her ‘Stay At Home Mum’ style. Already quite the cute mama, she wanted to incorporate a more vintage feel into her daily wardrobe, and asked me to look to Rosie The Riviter for some inspiration. So I’ve put together a few options for daytime and a few for playtime.
I don’t believe that mums have to live in pants or jeans. Given that small children require lots of bending and floor time though, skirts need to have lots of movement. I’ve included this plaid number for those days when the babysitter is on call and a sexy someone meets you for lunch. Our mystery mama is still nursing, so ‘easy access’ tops, that flatter a larger bust, are critical here. So to create balance, I’ve focused on her lovely hourglass shape. Wedge heels are a great alternative to court shoes. They give you a bit more stability and are a much more flattering choice with these longer line skirts.
Of course, you can always break out the denim for days at the park, and it wouldn’t be a ‘Rosie’ look with out a little blue. Once again, I’ve focused on the waist using vests instead of belts to give this look more shape. Updating ‘Rosie’s’ polkadot scarf, is the super cute polka dot head band. A few big curls in the fringe, and you’re good to go.
After all this talk of Rosie, I chose to channel her myself today, and fixed a little scarf action for a day of housework and errands. And I think this is a super kawaii do!
As a stay at home mom myself, I love your pics! I find skirts to be very comfortable and easy to move in- even more then pants. But I find dresses to be the easiest because you just throw it on and go!
Love all the shoes you suggested! Well, I love shoes. Period.
Thank you for this wonderful post! I love the “nursing” tops. Every morning I look at my wardrobe and think of all the things I could wear if I don’t had to feed the baby every couple of hours. So thanks again for this inspiration. Your biggest fan
Stefanie
Oh how I love those play in the park outfits! <3
I love your sense of style, an the cute 50′s combinations you concoct! It’s so girly and hip!
Miss Fluff: Why thank you! It is amazing what exists in the recesses of my mind.