Mascara meets Matchbox

I don't often post about Mommy fashion here, but today, i'm going to take a risk.  I did a post on my Style Spies blog (http://www.stylespies.com/pleather-pleats-please/ ) featuring this SUPER ...

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Recently, I had the pleasure of working with a good friend to take some updated pictures of the kids.  I can never get enough pictures of them, because as many women have told me (usually they ...

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It's a rite of passage when your child loses their first tooth.  Toddler-hood, over.  Big kid, here to stay. We didn't even notice Gemma had a loose tooth until the dental hygenist told us at...

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Last day......tears for this Mama as my kids get another year older. Griffin finished up 2nd grade, and Gemma finished up Kindergarten.  The clock doesn't slow down......trying to soak up eve...

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DEFINITION OF D'ORSAY :  a pump-type shoe or slipper made with a circular vamp and a quarter that curves to meet the vamp at the shank line You either know EXACTLY what I'm talking about ...

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In the world of handbags, there are so many choices.  But there's one line right now that I keep going back to for my clients.  Chloe.  She's on trend, classic, and versatile all at the same ...

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I recently discovered an amazing new company out of New York called Zara Terez .  They make super fun printed leggings - my favorite being their Emoji print.   I have a bit of an obsess...

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This afternoon Griffin had a dermatologist appointment (to have a mild rash checked out on his face).  The kids were both tired from school, both have runny noses, you know - the usual January/F...

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My goodness.  My writing on this blog has almost come to a screeching halt.  Until today. New Year's Resolution 2015.  To write on this blog about my kids.  Solely about them. Cute things t...

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Everyday Costume Jewelry by molliemilano featuring a 18k bangle James Perse loose fit t shirt farfetch.com Gorjana gold pendant necklace shopbop.com Gorjana 18k bangle r...

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Everyday Costume Jewelry by molliemilano featuring kendra scott earrings Old Navy graphic t shirt oldnavy.gap.com Sarah Chloe gold pendant $195 - avenue32.com Gorjana gri...

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Everyday Costume Jewelry by molliemilano featuring a pendant necklace Joie top joie.com Gorjana griffin bracelet bluefly.com KENNETH JAY LANE clip on earrings zappos.com...

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Everyday Costume Jewelry by molliemilano featuring a bead bracelet T shirt piperlime.gap.com Hipanema bead bracelet $160 - yoox.com Stella Dot long necklace stelladot.co...

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Everyday Costume Jewelry by molliemilano featuring KENNETH JAY LANE Splendid tank top $57 - theoutnet.com Sarah Chloe gold jewelry shopbop.com KENNETH JAY LANE necklace ...

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Everyday Costume Jewelry by molliemilano featuring chandelier earrings Enza costa top theoutnet.com Gorjana gold jewelry shopbop.com Stella Dot pendant necklace stellado...

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City Cowgirl Maxi Look by molliemilano featuring blue jackets Velvet by Graham Spencer racerback dress matchesfashion.com AG Adriano Goldschmied blue jacket calypsostbarth.com...

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Everyday Effortless Maxi Look by molliemilano featuring stella dot jewelry Bobi pleated dress amazon.com Sam edelman shoes lordandtaylor.com Stella Dot stella dot jewelry...

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Utilitarian Cool by molliemilano featuring gold jewelry Young Fabulous Broke navy dress piperlime.gap.com American Eagle Outfitters olive green vest ae.com Ash wedge boot...

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Rocker Chic Maxi Look by molliemilano featuring a white maxi dress Young Fabulous Broke white maxi dress saksfifthavenue.com Helmut Lang black collarless blazer stylebop.com ...

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Casual Glam Maxi Look by molliemilano featuring gold jewelry LoveShackFancy halter top shopbop.com Alexander Wang vest net-a-porter.com Aéropostale denim vest aeroposta...

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As I mentioned in my previous blog post, I'm working on putting together looks for Kendra Thornton, a travel expert.  She's headed to Disneyworld soon with her family, and this post is all abou...

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This blog has been a bit dormant lately, I admit.  Pretty sure I haven't posted since 2013.  Ha!  Well I'm back.  Can't guarantee any regularity, but this post will be fun for sure. Travel ...

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As we got our first snow here in Chicago and the temperatures are downright COLD, that is also a sign that the holidays are upon us.  Holiday parties are going to turn up left and right, and th...

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As I type this post this morning, I have already served up yogurt smoothies to my kids  and packed my husband's lunch (a terrific sandwich, btw).  Normally, I would have been munching on Quake...

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Chicagoland friends - if you are looking for a children's photographer, look no further.  I have found her for you.  Her name is Tammy Leathem, and she has taken pictures of my children since ...

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