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I said in my last Mini Style post that Essie has a lot of these Lottie & Lysh t-shirt dresses, and I wasn't kidding! I very nearly missed out on getting this one though, as it hadn't realised that this hares print even existed until it was mentioned on a thread in the members group. Just in the nick of time I placed an order using my brand rep discount, and customised it with two little blue faux pockets. I do love a pocket!
Mini Style: Lottie & Lysh Hares T-Dress
I said in my last Mini Style post that Essie has a lot of these Lottie & Lysh t-shirt dresses, and I wasn't kidding! I very nearly missed out on getting this one though, as it hadn't realised that this hares print even existed until it was mentioned on a thread in the members group. Just in the nick of time I placed an order using my brand rep discount, and customised it with two little blue faux pockets. I do love a pocket!
It has been absolutely ages since I last shared a Mini Style post on my blog. Recently I've taken to simply posting on Instagram and Facebook, which don't get me wrong, I love interacting with you all over there, but I have missed being able to ramble on like I can here!
Mini Style: Lottie & Lysh Air Travel T-Dress
It has been absolutely ages since I last shared a Mini Style post on my blog. Recently I've taken to simply posting on Instagram and Facebook, which don't get me wrong, I love interacting with you all over there, but I have missed being able to ramble on like I can here!
Can you believe that in just over six weeks it will be Essie's first birthday? It will also be my birthday, but I expect that Essie will totally take all the birthday glory from now on. And that is absolutely fine with me! It does feel like only yesterday that my little lady arrived, and you might Annie Haak sent a delicate little silver bracelet with the initial E and a baby girl charm to celebrate Essie's birth.
Mama Style: Annie Haak Mother's Day Jewellery
Can you believe that in just over six weeks it will be Essie's first birthday? It will also be my birthday, but I expect that Essie will totally take all the birthday glory from now on. And that is absolutely fine with me! It does feel like only yesterday that my little lady arrived, and you might Annie Haak sent a delicate little silver bracelet with the initial E and a baby girl charm to celebrate Essie's birth.
Frugi's latest collection for spring/summer 2018 is here! If you don't know who Frugi are, they are the UK's leading ethical and organic children's clothing brand. Hailing from Cornwall, they are known for their bright colours, fun prints and gorgeous applique designs, all made in the softest, most sumptuous organic cotton ever!
Mini Style: Frugi's Globetrotter Collection SS18
Frugi's latest collection for spring/summer 2018 is here! If you don't know who Frugi are, they are the UK's leading ethical and organic children's clothing brand. Hailing from Cornwall, they are known for their bright colours, fun prints and gorgeous applique designs, all made in the softest, most sumptuous organic cotton ever!
I was talking to a friend earlier in the week about baby clothes, and how my tastes in childrenswear has changed since having Essie. I always thought I would love the same bold, bright prints that I bought for my boys, but I have found myself being drawn to more vintage inspired outfits. Think little dresses, bloomers, rompers, Peter Pan collars, in florals and muted tones. I was so excited when Essie was offered a dress from La Coqueta, they are utterly exquisite, and I have to admit I lost hours browsing through them all, then even more hours taking photos...
Mini Style: La Coqueta Baby Dresses
I was talking to a friend earlier in the week about baby clothes, and how my tastes in childrenswear has changed since having Essie. I always thought I would love the same bold, bright prints that I bought for my boys, but I have found myself being drawn to more vintage inspired outfits. Think little dresses, bloomers, rompers, Peter Pan collars, in florals and muted tones. I was so excited when Essie was offered a dress from La Coqueta, they are utterly exquisite, and I have to admit I lost hours browsing through them all, then even more hours taking photos...
I have to admit, after two boys, I've been having a lot of fun buying girly clothes for Essie. I'm still in that mindset where I'm tempted to dress her in sleepsuits all the time, as they're super convenient now that she's eating food and I'm changing her a billion times a day! But I love all the little dresses for babies. Especially the jumper dresses from Ted Wears Organic.
Mini Style: Ted Wears Organic Winter Pandas Jumper Dress
I have to admit, after two boys, I've been having a lot of fun buying girly clothes for Essie. I'm still in that mindset where I'm tempted to dress her in sleepsuits all the time, as they're super convenient now that she's eating food and I'm changing her a billion times a day! But I love all the little dresses for babies. Especially the jumper dresses from Ted Wears Organic.
As I type this, Noah is up in bed after an oaty bath and being smothered with shea butter; yep, chicken pox has struck! He's coped quite well, apart from one tearful day, and I'm hoping his spots will be scabbed over tomorrow so that he can go back to school. He and his friends are really missing each other and it's just no fun being cooped up at home all the time!
Mini Style: Autumn Adventures with Frugi's Circus of Colour Collection
As I type this, Noah is up in bed after an oaty bath and being smothered with shea butter; yep, chicken pox has struck! He's coped quite well, apart from one tearful day, and I'm hoping his spots will be scabbed over tomorrow so that he can go back to school. He and his friends are really missing each other and it's just no fun being cooped up at home all the time!
Every Christmas Ian and I make the effort of going out to dinner somewhere, with the children of course, either on Christmas Eve, Boxing Day or sometimes actually on Christmas Day itself! It's rare that we treat ourselves so this is like a little gift to us. This year we have the addition of Essie and whilst she will be old enough to enjoy some food she's still going to be breastfeeding as well. That means that whatever I'll be wearing needs to be suitable for nursing in and Milk & Mummy kindly sent me the most perfect dress for the occasion.
Mama Style: Beautiful Nursing Dress from Milk & Mummy
Every Christmas Ian and I make the effort of going out to dinner somewhere, with the children of course, either on Christmas Eve, Boxing Day or sometimes actually on Christmas Day itself! It's rare that we treat ourselves so this is like a little gift to us. This year we have the addition of Essie and whilst she will be old enough to enjoy some food she's still going to be breastfeeding as well. That means that whatever I'll be wearing needs to be suitable for nursing in and Milk & Mummy kindly sent me the most perfect dress for the occasion.
I've always had a soft spot for Next clothing, especially after having my first baby. Their clothes are such good quality and so well made, in gorgeous styles and designs. I find it impossible to pop in without leaving with something for one of my children - and their sales are legendary! I am just in love with all things cloudy at the moment and Next sent some outfits for the children, including this sweet set for Essie.
Mini Style: Next Grey Cloud Dungarees
I've always had a soft spot for Next clothing, especially after having my first baby. Their clothes are such good quality and so well made, in gorgeous styles and designs. I find it impossible to pop in without leaving with something for one of my children - and their sales are legendary! I am just in love with all things cloudy at the moment and Next sent some outfits for the children, including this sweet set for Essie.
My name is Sian and I am addicted to PacaPods! This is the third PacaPod changing bag I have had since having Essie. Firstly the Richmond, my first foray into the world of pink, then the Mirano which is the Mary Poppins of changing bags and allows me to carry so much! And now I have a Hartland, which is from PacaPod's new Travel Lite range launched this summer.
Mama Style: PacaPod Hartland Bag
My name is Sian and I am addicted to PacaPods! This is the third PacaPod changing bag I have had since having Essie. Firstly the Richmond, my first foray into the world of pink, then the Mirano which is the Mary Poppins of changing bags and allows me to carry so much! And now I have a Hartland, which is from PacaPod's new Travel Lite range launched this summer.
As I've gotten older, and especially since having children, I've become quite minimalist about jewellery. Mostly because when Noah was a baby he would tug and chew on whatever I was wearing! These days I prefer to wear more sentimental pieces, items that are precious because they mean something or were to mark a special occasion. I was sent an elegant little bracelet from the Annie Haak Tiny Tots Collection to celebrate the birth of Essie, and it is SO pretty!
Mama Style: Annie Haak Tiny Tots Silver Charm Bracelet
As I've gotten older, and especially since having children, I've become quite minimalist about jewellery. Mostly because when Noah was a baby he would tug and chew on whatever I was wearing! These days I prefer to wear more sentimental pieces, items that are precious because they mean something or were to mark a special occasion. I was sent an elegant little bracelet from the Annie Haak Tiny Tots Collection to celebrate the birth of Essie, and it is SO pretty!
Back in autumn I received a beautiful unique watch to review from JORD, who create gorgeous wooden timepieces for people who value sustainability, efficiency, and experiential living. Ian loves watches and was a little envious of mine, so when JORD offered to send a piece from their range of men's watches for him I just had to say yes!
Review & Giveaway: JORD Conway Wood Watch
Back in autumn I received a beautiful unique watch to review from JORD, who create gorgeous wooden timepieces for people who value sustainability, efficiency, and experiential living. Ian loves watches and was a little envious of mine, so when JORD offered to send a piece from their range of men's watches for him I just had to say yes!
I mentioned in my last Mama Style post that I had ripped one of the pairs of my maternity jeans. I have been trying to get away with wearing them still and hoping that nobody notices, because it's been quite chilly and my poor legs get cold! On warmer days though, which we've had a few of, I am really loving wearing dresses. It's so nice to wear something other than jeans, and before I had children I was always in dresses! Once this baby is here I am making it my mission to make dresses a staple feature of my wardrobe.
Mama Style: Tiffany Rose Josephine Maternity Dress in Moroccan Print
I mentioned in my last Mama Style post that I had ripped one of the pairs of my maternity jeans. I have been trying to get away with wearing them still and hoping that nobody notices, because it's been quite chilly and my poor legs get cold! On warmer days though, which we've had a few of, I am really loving wearing dresses. It's so nice to wear something other than jeans, and before I had children I was always in dresses! Once this baby is here I am making it my mission to make dresses a staple feature of my wardrobe.
The other day I got a bit over enthusiastic when pulling up my maternity jeans and ripped them. They're over-the-bump ones and now there is a big hole between the denim and the over-the-bump bit of fabric. You might have seen my Instagram story if you follow me there. I have to admit, they were getting rather snug, but I was trying to avoid buying another pair as I don't have much longer to go in this pregnancy. Big oops! Oh well, spring is almost here and we've been teased with a bit of sunshine, so great timing to embrace dresses instead!
Mama Style: Tiffany Rose Willow Maternity Dress in Midnight Garden
The other day I got a bit over enthusiastic when pulling up my maternity jeans and ripped them. They're over-the-bump ones and now there is a big hole between the denim and the over-the-bump bit of fabric. You might have seen my Instagram story if you follow me there. I have to admit, they were getting rather snug, but I was trying to avoid buying another pair as I don't have much longer to go in this pregnancy. Big oops! Oh well, spring is almost here and we've been teased with a bit of sunshine, so great timing to embrace dresses instead!
It's funny that the last time I wore a bodycon style dress must have been about five years ago at least, and I've not been brave enough to wear one since. This pregnancy has given me so much body confidence though. I don't know if it's because I know this is my last baby or because I'm just proud of this little life growing inside me, but I have loved wearing clothes that show off my growing bump.
Mama Style: Jojo Maman Bebe Maternity Tube Dress
It's funny that the last time I wore a bodycon style dress must have been about five years ago at least, and I've not been brave enough to wear one since. This pregnancy has given me so much body confidence though. I don't know if it's because I know this is my last baby or because I'm just proud of this little life growing inside me, but I have loved wearing clothes that show off my growing bump.
As I get closer to my due date I am starting to get things ready for when the baby comes. I have the most gorgeous new changing bag from PacaPod in one of their new spring 2017 colours; it is the Richmond bag in dusky pink herringbone and it's so pretty! PacaPod changing bags are actually three bags in one and they're rather cleverly designed! I have been saving it for when the baby is actually here as it will just end up being full of the boys' toys and snacks if I start using it now, but I thought I would give you a closer look as a lot of people have been curious to know how more about it.
Mama Style: PacaPod Richmond Bag
As I get closer to my due date I am starting to get things ready for when the baby comes. I have the most gorgeous new changing bag from PacaPod in one of their new spring 2017 colours; it is the Richmond bag in dusky pink herringbone and it's so pretty! PacaPod changing bags are actually three bags in one and they're rather cleverly designed! I have been saving it for when the baby is actually here as it will just end up being full of the boys' toys and snacks if I start using it now, but I thought I would give you a closer look as a lot of people have been curious to know how more about it.
Oh my gosh, how cold was it today! Being in the east of England we only got the lightest flurry of snow this morning, but it was absolutely freezing. To the point that my hands went completely numb on the two minute walk back to my car after dropping Little N at school and I had to just sit with the engine running while I tried to defrost them, as I couldn't feel them enough to do up J's car seat straps. J tried his best to make me look like a terrible mother by refusing to wear his hat, or his mittens, or even have the footmuff on the pram. I'm sure a few people were tutting at me, but what can you do, you have to pick your battles when it comes to negotiating with two year olds! We soon warmed ourselves up with some hot chocolate and a cheeky bag of chips for lunch.
Mama Style: Jojo Maman Bebe Maternity Cape
Oh my gosh, how cold was it today! Being in the east of England we only got the lightest flurry of snow this morning, but it was absolutely freezing. To the point that my hands went completely numb on the two minute walk back to my car after dropping Little N at school and I had to just sit with the engine running while I tried to defrost them, as I couldn't feel them enough to do up J's car seat straps. J tried his best to make me look like a terrible mother by refusing to wear his hat, or his mittens, or even have the footmuff on the pram. I'm sure a few people were tutting at me, but what can you do, you have to pick your battles when it comes to negotiating with two year olds! We soon warmed ourselves up with some hot chocolate and a cheeky bag of chips for lunch.
You may have seen on Instagram the other day that J has been sporting some gorgeous new tops which were sent to us by Little Chickie. If you've not heard of Little Chickie before, you must go and have a look! Over the past year the boys' style has been gradually shifting from high street brands to a more Scandi look, especially with that trend getting ever more popular and more of those brands hitting our retailers. I just love seeing the boys in bright colours and playful prints!
Mini Style: Introducing Little Chickie
You may have seen on Instagram the other day that J has been sporting some gorgeous new tops which were sent to us by Little Chickie. If you've not heard of Little Chickie before, you must go and have a look! Over the past year the boys' style has been gradually shifting from high street brands to a more Scandi look, especially with that trend getting ever more popular and more of those brands hitting our retailers. I just love seeing the boys in bright colours and playful prints!
You might remember a few weeks ago I showed you a gorgeous breton striped maternity jumper that Jojo Maman Bebe had sent me; if you missed it, you can take a peek here! This time, I'm showing you another of the tops that was in the package of beautiful maternity wear: their fabulous adjustable rouched top.
Mama Style: Jojo Maman Bebe Adjustable Rouched Maternity Top
You might remember a few weeks ago I showed you a gorgeous breton striped maternity jumper that Jojo Maman Bebe had sent me; if you missed it, you can take a peek here! This time, I'm showing you another of the tops that was in the package of beautiful maternity wear: their fabulous adjustable rouched top.
When I received a package full of beautiful maternity wear from Jojo Maman Bebe a few weeks ago, my head was full of ideas: whimsical autumnal photos in the local woodland area, surrounded by crisp fallen leaves while the sun shone... Except, it turned cold. And it rained. And now the beautiful woodland area is muddy and the trees are naked. So instead I decided I'd stay home, in the warm and dry, to show you my gorgeous new breton striped maternity and nursing jumper.
Regular readers and followers on Instagram will know that I have a bit of a thing for stripes. I'm drawn to them like a magpie is drawn to shiny objects, I just can't resist and the boys and I are often dressed in stripes. So as you would expect my maternity wardrobe is also full of stripy clothes! As soon as I spotted the Breton Maternity & Nursing Jumper I was sold. It comes in two colourways: ecru with navy stripes and navy with ecru stripes. They are both gorgeous, but I went for the ecru with navy stripes. To me that is classic nautical chic.
The jumper is so soft, made with a comfortable cotton mix. It is fairly long, at 28 inches in length; on my 5'2 stature the jumper just about covers my bottom, while on someone taller it would probably sit on the hips. It is designed to fit comfortably during pregnancy, accommodating a growing bump, and after pregnancy as well. The jumper has poppers down each side, from the armpit to the hemline to allow for easy access when breastfeeding.
I've been pairing my jumper with some skinny over-the-bump maternity jeans that I picked up in New Look. The whole look works well with either flats like my Converse hi-tops or my chunky tan ankle boots. I can see myself living in this outfit over the winter months, it's just so warm and comfortable, as well as being flattering to my growing shape and being totally on trend. Breton stripes will never go out of style!
What's your go-to maternity look?
With thanks to Jojo Maman Bebe for sending this gorgeous jumper to feature.
Mama Style: Jojo Maman Bebe Breton Jumper
When I received a package full of beautiful maternity wear from Jojo Maman Bebe a few weeks ago, my head was full of ideas: whimsical autumnal photos in the local woodland area, surrounded by crisp fallen leaves while the sun shone... Except, it turned cold. And it rained. And now the beautiful woodland area is muddy and the trees are naked. So instead I decided I'd stay home, in the warm and dry, to show you my gorgeous new breton striped maternity and nursing jumper.
Regular readers and followers on Instagram will know that I have a bit of a thing for stripes. I'm drawn to them like a magpie is drawn to shiny objects, I just can't resist and the boys and I are often dressed in stripes. So as you would expect my maternity wardrobe is also full of stripy clothes! As soon as I spotted the Breton Maternity & Nursing Jumper I was sold. It comes in two colourways: ecru with navy stripes and navy with ecru stripes. They are both gorgeous, but I went for the ecru with navy stripes. To me that is classic nautical chic.
The jumper is so soft, made with a comfortable cotton mix. It is fairly long, at 28 inches in length; on my 5'2 stature the jumper just about covers my bottom, while on someone taller it would probably sit on the hips. It is designed to fit comfortably during pregnancy, accommodating a growing bump, and after pregnancy as well. The jumper has poppers down each side, from the armpit to the hemline to allow for easy access when breastfeeding.
I've been pairing my jumper with some skinny over-the-bump maternity jeans that I picked up in New Look. The whole look works well with either flats like my Converse hi-tops or my chunky tan ankle boots. I can see myself living in this outfit over the winter months, it's just so warm and comfortable, as well as being flattering to my growing shape and being totally on trend. Breton stripes will never go out of style!
What's your go-to maternity look?
With thanks to Jojo Maman Bebe for sending this gorgeous jumper to feature.
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