Three Haute Mamas

Boston Don't Be Shocked..It's Called "Warm Weather" + We Are Here to Help

Hey Mamas!

Wow! We are just now recovering from last week! And our girls weekend in Nantucket wasn't exactly restful, truth be told! Work continues on our website, and as usual we are running fashionably late on our debut.  It's turning out to be more of a project than expected and when the going gets tough, the tough turn to

No000!  Not the bottle! Shopping!  That's actually a photo from a very fun night out apres Fashion Show (that went super duper well) at our good friend Maryanne Kondraki's Contrary Boutique.  She knows us-she had plenty of food, fashion, and yes, skinnygirl margaritas on ice waiting!  Thanks Maryanne! 

And now it's almost Memorial Day weekend, the start of summer!  And Boston, don't be shocked, but the forecast is calling for sunny days ahead.   Are you ready to brave the pool/beach mamas? We've discussed summer prep before, and how you should not be surprised it's coming, well..I am so not ready.  But no time like the present! I've been starving myself eating healthy and just found this awesome workout via my idol, and if I ever feel my legs again it'll be a miracle.  Speaking of miracles, I thought the Calypso St. Barth prices at Target were sent from heaven, right now, the sale prices on their website are an additional 40% off.  Check out these to die for looks for summer

this makes me as happy as a skinnygirl margarita

oh yes.. an additional 40% off makes all that Tracy Anderson pain oh so worth it.  

 

 

Run on Down- The Greater Boston Running Company

We spoke of that little race that came through town last week, and what better time to discuss a runners favorite accessory-their shoes! While I am by no means a true runner, I like to call myself a slogger (slow+jogger=slogger), I do put a few miles on my sneaks, and do have other feet issues aside from a lack of a good pedicure.  I have found the mall shoes stores will sell me anything with a price tag on them, and my back is the one paying the price.  

Enter the Greater Boston Running Company.  

At the Running Company, we specialize in gait analysis for every runner and walker who comes through the door. The properly fitted shoe is the foundation for successful training. As part of our service, we  will watch each customer’s foot strike as they walk and jog on our in-store treadmill. Using the skillfully trained eye or the video camera as a tool, our staff will observe the rate in which your foot is pronating. This will tell us which type of shoe is going to be the most beneficial and appropriate for the customer. This simple but yet very effective process is the best way to make sure you have the proper support and cushion to prevent injuries.

not my tush/legs..unless this is my dreams

They also have may-jah league running apparel, accessories and of course, shoes.  Staff is knowledgeable and won't make sloggers like msyelf feel foolish for not running a 6 minute mile.  In fact, they help out the walkers pick out proper kicks as well.   I scored a sweet pair of Asics GT-2160's that keep my over pronating footsies stable on my long slogs, and look good to boot.  

I visited the Hingham and Newburyport stores, and there is also one in Lexington.  When I first got fit, I walked in wearing the complete opposite shoes made for my foot/gait.  The difference was unreal.  I felt like I was running on little pillows.  Now instead of running to the local mall, I run to a Greater Boston Running Company and support the local economy as well as my feet.  

As a side note, my girls and I got to try out our new kicks and participated in a road race this past weekend sponsored by Stonyfield Farms.  Although it was raining, snowing, and freezing we had a great time! Well..most of us did...

 thanks for continuing to vote for us in the circle of moms top 25 fashionable moms! 

Our Spring "TIME" Giveaway!!

Hello Mamas,

We have an iconic watch company and a great new book to post about today. That is right Mamas I am sure we all at some point or another owned a Timex watch. By the end of the 1960's one out of every three watches sold was a Timex. 

Fast forward to 2011 Timex is back and better than ever. They have a great website you must check out. Lots of tips on fashion and beauty from their very own Fashion Trend Director and author of the book .....

Wear this, Toss that! Amy E. Goodman.  

 

Amy is a Fashion guru. Accessories aficionado. Lifestyle journalist. Devoted wife and mom. As Timex Fashion Trend Director she wears many hats, as well as stilettos, earrings, bangles and watches, of course! Sounds like a few Mamas I know! 

As the Timex Fashion Trend Director, Amy brings her years of fashion know-how to Timex. In her new role, she researches the hottest runway and accessories trends and provides input to the Timex design team. She shares what’s new in fashion and accessories alongside real, down-to-earth advice on how to wear the latest trends with women via Timexstyle.com and events around the country.

Be sure to add her book to your summer reading list!! 

 

 

Now for the exciting part! One lucky Mama can win this beautiful Timex watch pictured below!

All you have to do is leave us a comment on our blog, facebook or twitter and tell us how you tell time these days. 

Names will be entered and the winner will be chosen randomly using Random.org. The Lucky Mama will be named on Monday May 16th*!

Good Luck Mamas!!

XO Kimberly, Kate and Christina 

*we've extended the deadline-you have extra "time" mamas!! 

 

Chelsea Baby-Baby those are some haute (and green!) shoes!

 

Our shoe fascination isn't limited to just our own feet these days..ohnonono..It was bad to begin with but once children entered our lives, it went all went to pot.  There clearly aren't enough closets in one house, especially if you're a mom of a little girl, let alone, three little girls.  That's why we were overjoyed to find Chelsea Baby Luxury Baby Shoes and the uber cute Chelsea Greene herself.  

Chelsea Baby Shoes are made from "Sensuede" fabric, the first of its kind material made using 100% recycled fibers in its construction and 100% GREEN in it's entire milling process.  We also have a unique additoin to the shoes which are a snap on and off tulle bouquet for girls and snap on and off bow ties for boys.  These interchangeable tulle bouquests can also be snapped onto our very popular girls headbands.  

One pair of shoes, multiple bows.  After we were done pouting that these little beauties were too small for our footsies, we had to know the story behind these eco-friendly fashions, that were environmentally friendly and haute! 

I went to FIT (Fashion Institute of Technology) in NYC for Accessory Design. It was there while constructing shoes from the bottom up and making patterns for handbags that I knew I could succeed at designing my own line. I went on to work for DONGHIA Showroom in NYC starting out as a intern sorting fabric samples, and trying to learn everything I could about the textile industry. Shortly I moved on up to Sales Representative and started playing with the big boys and girls. I thought I had made it! Minnesota girl moves to the Big City. But I was not done there. I moved to Chicago to manage a Showroom and from there back to MN where I became the Outside Sales Representative for textile companies such as Designers Guild, Clarence House, Osborne & Little and Nina Campbell. If you are familiar with any of these designers prints you would would know where I get my inspiration from! I love COLOR and putting together different patterns, textures, and styles together hopefully introducing a fresh take on fashion to the childrens marketplace. After constantly working for designers I thought to myself I am a designer too and I should go for it and start my own line. So thats just what I did. I left my position and made it happen. I have a amazing team of people that work with me. We work out of Minneapolis and are the shoes are all made out of Minneapolis as well. Another fun thing about the line is that all the shoes are named after the people that I love and are important to me. Some of them are a bit crazy I know! The de bossed logo on the bottom of the shoes is designed after my Nana vintage broach (which my very talented brother designed).

Like the Nike ad says "Just Do It", and she did.  Awesome Chelsea....

The shoes are available at various stores in Minneapolis and they are explanding to other states, but for now check them out on Facebook.  Thanks for sharing your story and keeping those tots toes haute and green!

 

Wanna Get Away-Calypso St. Barth Headed to Target in May

Hi mamas, hopefully you're all enjoying spring break somewhere warm and tropical! Kimberly is living it up in the city-New York City-and I just got back from Burlington, Vermont.  Neither of which constitutes a tropical get away, however, anywhere we don't have to cook=vacay!

Speaking of tropical, grab those red shopping carriages, because starting May 1, Calypso St. Barth for Target is debuting their collaboration and one of us (rhymes with Late) will be front and center, Starbucks in hand.  

Calypso St. Barth was first founded 19 years ago on the island of St. Barthelemy in the French West Indies. Since then, the retailer has grown from a small resort-wear line to a luxury lifestyle brand.  It's no Burlington Vermont, but St. Bart sounds like a fairly nice place to spend a lifetime vacation! 

Pieces will range from 1.99 to 79.99, so no need to sweat it out over high prices, this is Target after all.  The line will be carried only until June 11th though so get those minivans moving. 

 

ps: don't forget to move on over to circle of moms top 25 fashionable moms contest and vote for the mamas either.  link in upper left corner.  go mamas..go mamas..go mamas..

Three Haute Mamas are nominated for Top 25 Stylish Moms!

 
Hello Mamas,

Three Haute Mamas has been nominated for Top 25 Stylish Moms. We could really use your help to win! You can vote here everyday until April 28th 2011 when the winning Blog will be announced.  

This is quite an honor and not only does it celebrate our blog but also all our Mamas who read us!! When we see your comments on our blog, Twitter or Facebook it really makes our day and helps fuel our desire to write more!

Below are some of the pictures we have received and taken over the last year. Did I mention this is our 1 year Birthday Month! Wink! Wink!

Ann, Haute Mama of three! No bad hair days in her book, way to work a scarf Ann! Haute!

J. Sybylla Smith bringing her Daughter to a fashion show during Boston's Fashion Week. Both looking hip and stylish! Love the clutch!! 

Tonja, Haute Mama of three bought this piece at a party we attended for Contrary Boutique! We would not let her leave without this dress! Stunning! 

Anne, Haute Mama of two.  Breast Cancer Survivor and board member for the Ellie Fund! Any excuse to get Glamed up we Mamas are there with you! Tomorrow night we will be cheering on Anne as she participates in a Pageant to raise money for the Ellie Fund. 

The Mamas with Michelle, Haute Mama of Five! Michelle also has a jewelry business on the side. You know in her spare time! Congrats Michelle for finding a balance and looking so good doing it! 

These are only a small few of the Moms we met this year that have shown us that it is Haute to do something for yourself whether it be a new dress, charity, business, you name it. When you become a Mom you become empowered not only can we give life but we nurture, multitask and because we are women skies the limit! Be good to yourself Mamas! Remember our Motto.....

Life is short, make it HAUTE!

XO Kimberly, Kate and Christina

Speaking of April Showers..

I'm on board with Kimberly! Coveting Wellies (why don't I own a pair already, we've already discussed my obsession?), so add to cart.  Black or traditional green, that is the question? 

I actually enjoy a good rainy day.  When I lived in Florida I remember a rainy day meant it was ok to stay inside.  As a New Englander, if the sun's out, so are you.  Like I'm the only mom who uses that line?  So when it rains, I don't feel as bad about being inside.  But when duty calls..or the dog, or the kids, or errands..a good raincoat or hat or umbrella does come in handy.  I picked up this little Espirit number at Tj Maxx the other day.  Remember Espirit and the 80's? sigh.. I loved the ruffled collar and cuffs and the fact that there was no belt to lose.  Lord knows I have a hard enough time not losing the three children, let alone accessories.   And the 39.99 price tag didn't hurt.  

someone upgrade that girls iPhone to hi def... STAT!

Perfect for my little trip to NYC this weekend, which will hopefully not include rain, just looking cute.  Stay cute and dry mamas! 

etsy print:on the verge of tears: Coeurenbois (Marta Vallejos Pastor)

SNOW Annoyed-Hello April, Outfit of the week, + Are You a Borrower?

SNOW annoyed today mamas. It's fabulous Friday and four inches of snow have found it's way to my front yard.  

There's one more "F" word I could throw in there but this is a PG site so onward we march.

Speaking of March, welcome to April!  Baseball, Spring Break, the Boston Marathon, Earth day, and yes..open toed shoes if we are lucky.  Somewhere lurking in the atmosphere is a 70 plus degree day, so let's not be caught off guard and attack those winter hooves footsies now, while there is still time!  Treat yourself to a pedicure, drop those dark winter polishes, and pick something bright and springy.  Snow be d@mned.  

Who saw Kim's steal from TJ Maxx? I'll admit..I teared up a little bit.  Those Fryes reminded me of my long gone loves.  And I'd been coveting that Free People dress at Contrary, when I heard Kim had swooped in, on her white stallion in her white Sequoia and swooped it up.  I have a feeling I'll be doing some borrowing this summer.  Do you borrow from your girlfriends?  Why or why not? I think it's the greatest thing ever, and my closet is always open for business.  

So while it may not be time to put away those boots just quite yet, it is time to start adding pops of color to our wardrobe, touching up those toes, and of course, pulling out those Red Sox hats.  Enjoy your weekends mamas! And welcome to April!

 

pop of color by threehautemamas featuring long maxi skirts

 

 

Label Them Haute: Meet the Dolls Behind LabelDoll.com

Top o' the mornin' to you mamas, and a happy St. Patricks Day to you all.  Kimberly and I found the pot o' gold under the rainbow earlier in the week when we had a chance to interview the dolls behind the soon to launch pay to bid auction site, Label Doll.  

Locals, Kelsey Robert and Kerry Mathieu had a vision for a site that combined their love of fashion, shopping and an alternative to purchasing that made it accessible to everyone.  Pay to bid auction buying isn't a new concept, although it is for a strictly fashion site.   It's also what sets it apart from the gilts, the rue la la's, or the ideelis, out there.   The mamas and the dolls sat down and got the low down on exactly what is pay to bid auction buying,  how it can help to make designer labels affordable for everyone and more importantly, insider how-to's on how to make the most of your bids.   

 

 

Ok, so pay to bid auction, all new authentic women's products with the most awesome of in season designer names, and can be yours for next to nothing? Label Doll? Sounds like Label Deal to us.  Mamas, I mean, dolls, sign up now and you can get five free bids.  We heart free. 

Mascot Label Dog Ellie agrees.

Always wanted to be the trendsetter among the carpool crowd? Here's your chance.  Spread the word, and get ready to bid.  Label Doll will be launching this month and we're hoping to spread out this luck of the Irish, because mama wants a new pair of Louboutins.  Thanks Dolls! 

Keeping a Green Face: Alba Botanica

Going green doesn't have to mean washing your face with bar soap and water.  Ohnonono.  Product junkie here recently made the switch from uber expensive facial cleansers back to my green roots-Alba Botanica.  I found that my wrinkles and "freckles" (some may call them age spots, I prefer the term freckles) weren't disappearing, but my hard earned cash certainly was.  I was also having a hard time with all the chemicals involved.  I use Renova, so I felt like I was turning my  face into a chemical waste land.  I beleive in moderation.  Keep the Renova, and supplement with my Alba Botanica. And aside from this lovely pimple that popped up out of nowhere (even my kids can't hide their horror, it's thatbig), my skin feels and looks exactly the same.  Unlike my wallet which is much fuller. 

The Hawaiian Collection.  I feel like I'm giving my skin a tropical vacation, and not stuck in this tundra.

and for those of you suffering through acne (that'd probably be me) they've released a Natural ACNEdote.  

 

Why add all those harmful chemicals to your teens skin when Lord knows they're a raging bucket of hormones anyhow.  Teens are so into the whole saving the earth deal these days, so one up them, and bring home this baby first.  Like totally.. 

And the best part..these products aren't available exclusively at fancy schmancy designer department store.  Try the holy grail..Target.  Or even your local market (Whole Foods, Shaws, etc..).  Your friends will be green with envy when they hear how much you saved.