Meet my newest love. She's up for auction, so I can feel good about bidding on her because all proceeds go to charity. Until the credit card statement comes in. sigh. side note: What lucky rainbow was Penelope Cruz born under? First she gets to wear this dress and then she gets to marry him?
ralph lauren chambray beaded gown worn by penelope cruz
proceeds benefit the ralph lauren pink pony foundation. not my credit card. definitely not my credit card.
some more contrary goodness..... And remember, Maryann will ship anywhere in the US for FREE! We love free! And we also love that when you mention Three Haute Mamas..10% off! Contrary goodness is always reasonably priced (and this is coming from the bargain hunter of the 3 haute mamas!) so an additional 10% off is totally haute!
-screw the hoodies mamas. this ruffle-y, zip up jacket in the softest grey cotton by Mystree, is only $69! You can wear it over gym clothes, denim or to the office. That's getting your moneys worth.
-this black silk shorts-suit, Notice at $109. For one haute mamas night out;)
-So you want to be comfortable, but still stylish. Military jacket ($69 BB Dakota) over black leggings. Problem solved.
-So we don't get confused. THIS is Kristen Stewart in the same BB Dakota Jack jacket, $69, a top seller at Contrary.
and this is Kate Lord in the jack jacket from BB Dakota. I am not a vampire. Although my children call me scary sometimes.
-Everyone needs a good dress. Let's face it. How often do you get called up to an event last minute and "Bleh..I have nothing to wear." So you trudge around the malls, boutiques, and come up with..na-da. Be prepared! Shop early shop often is the Three Haute Mamas motto!
-BB Dakota $79
-French Connection jersey knit dress, $118
-Aryn K, $119
-and because like many of you, we too, are working mamas, our little tag along assistants..Fortunately Contrary boutique owner Maryann was a joy in helping us out, feeding our babies chocolates, and even chasing the the random escapee out out the door!
Contrary Boutique is located at
92 North Street, Mattapoisett Ma
508-758-4800 email [email protected]
Ok, mamas, truth be told we all love our yoga pants. If there were a trial I'd be found guilty, I can't live without them, but there is a time and a place. Exactly,I will admit Kate after fighting the flu for two weeks I had to wear the yoga pants but I wore them with my converse one star sneakers to funk it up a bit and a fun scarf!! You can also wear a legging, super comfy with a chunky sweater!! XO Kimberly
There are also other comfortable options to take you from dropping the kids off to volunteering to Stop and Shop to soccer games. I promise. Here's just one look that absolutely anyone can pull off.
Find a basic white tee-Hanes, they come in 3 packs at Walmart, and they are perfect.
~"boyfriend" jeans. These are not to be confused with "mom" jeans. These are a relaxed fit. If you're up for it, then by all means, go for the skinnies. Baby steps. I'm going to interject here Kate and make my case for the skinny jean.... as you all know I am the curvier of the three mamas ( Kimberly). It took me a while to wrap my head around the skinny jeans, I always thought a bootcut jean was more flattering on my body type but I must say I love my skinny jeans! I found that paired with the right top, something longer that hits me mid thigh makes this look work. My ballet flats, riding boots or my over the knee boots all look fabulous with these jeans. I recently bought a pair at Banana Republic when we did our styling event... they are sooo comfy! I even got my sister to buy a pair. She too thought she couldn't pull it off, we have muscular legs but it works! Its all in the head ladies and things that are fitted to our bodies makes us look thinner!!! I talked an older women about late 50's into a pair the other day at a store, she had on a really long top with it and thought these aren't so bad. I told her curves are in didn't you know!! We can make anything look fabulous!! She looked at me and laughed!! Ahhhh Love it!!
~The black blazer. You can pick one up at Old Navy + spend a few more dollars to get it tailored to fit you at your local seamstress. This will make all the difference in the worlddddd. Yes!! I agree Kate retire the hoodie moms!! I see this disease running rampant at our children's sporting events.. BLAH!!! A blazer or the hot trend right now is the military inspired jacket!! Yummy!! Let's cure this hoodie disease once and for all!!
~Flats. Go big (Tory Burch anyone?) or go Target. Doesn't matter. If you like it, and it's comfortable, then run with it. No pun intended.
That's really all there is to it. You can accesorize if you want. Again. Baby steps. A scarf. A hat is fun (I'm not talking baseball here, I mean a proper hat). A funky necklace. And doll it up if you're going out, some super chunky ankle boots or heels. Who knows..you may be so comfortable you'll wear this outfit to yoga.
"A dark nail color can make a casual outfit look dressier"
Bobbi Brown,makeup artist to, well, everyone
-elle magazine
what a great way to gussy up an outfit without spending a fortune! Everyone can afford a bottle of nail polish, so keep this in mind next time you have a big event, or even just a plain ole PTA meeting
3HM service announcement-Please remember to apply dark polish responsibly.
Dark polishes are best left to short nails + drag queens.
A very haute cousin, with the best taste around, swears by the Tucker by Gaby Basora line. Spend a fourth of a second on their site and you'll understand why.
fall 2010 collection the dress
Well right now when you're out picking up dog food, and can openers, throw in some Tucker for Target as well.
this floral dress, layered above is perfection, but not for everyone. With a tall flat boot and tights/leggings, there's not a chance it's any less comfortable than old jeans and a tee, yet a thousand times haute-er.
Wear this persian bomber jacket over every single one of your summer dresses and you'll get another season out of them. Also Kim had made a suggestion that we leave the hoodies at the gym. This might make a great swap!
EVERYONE needs a good trench
I've had mixed reactions to the designer lines at Target but honestly how can you beat these prices, and the styles are spot on. Or make that spaute on. Tucker for Target. Like weekends, it won't last.
Amen, and hello Tru Colors Apparel, about the cutest idea for a sports apparel line I've yet to see. Seriously. Amy Chenevert, it's like you read the minds of gals everywhere! Outfits so cute you won't just wear them to the stadium!
~During a Saints game, as I looked at fellow fans, a light bulb went off. I realized there was a huge void in the women’s sports apparel marketplace. An oversized men’s jersey or the female pink version would NOT do, and neither would a bedazzled logoed halter. Tru Colors was created as the solution by offering a line of clothing that is fashion forward and trend-right; essentially fusing women’s contemporary fashion, game day apparel and team colors. The Tru Colors customer wants to show their spirit in a savvy way, without having it literally written on their sleeves like most traditional game day apparel. Tru Colors offers a step-up approach to game day dressing: cool, stylish options that women WANT to wear, not what they have to make do with.
Hallelujah Amy. Took the words right outta my mouth.
Choose your style, and then choose from the many team color combos available.
(just an example of some of the colors available in one of the styles)
All items made in the USA,and named after beloved sorority sisters or girlfriends. I know. I love it even more too.
The Caroline.
Cecile
Ashley
Allie
Angie
Kara
Cute right? And all styles under a hundred dollars. So go cheer on your favorite teams in style, and leave your boyfriends game jersey for your boyfriend.
PS: mamas-don't forget Pop Warner! No one says you have to go to a game looking like you're one of the players. Bring your game to the game!
Given the current weather situation, of which I harbor no resentment, I am just not into the whole fall fashion thing. So I have found a few links, from the peeps who really know what it's all about:
~What a young fashionista wants If anyone knows, it's the Shopbop girls. Tres interesting start up story too.
robert wright for the new york times
~The Skinny/Forever 21 blog-Where else can you get luxe for like a buck? And it's not just for 21 year olds or younger mamas..pinkie swear!
~The Zoe Report- The always hits the nail on the head, Rachel Zoe. If you haven't signed up for the Zoe Report, delivered almost daily to your email, head to computer directly. After reading all of this.
Hmm..after reading some of these blogs and articles, I may have to second guess this whole fall fashion thing. There are some cute things to be worn. But for now.....I remain yours truly....poolside.
xo Kate
For those of you whose children walk on the wild side, Ralph Lauren presents
The RL Gang, Polo Ralph Lauren's first online story book, chronicles the story of 8 children as they embark on their first day of school, donning, what else..Ralph Lauren. Harry Connick Jr. narrates the story, in which young readers (and their Amex wielding parents) will be able to click and purchase items worn by the story characters. 15% of purchases made between now and Sept. 15 will be donated to Connicks New Orleans Habitat Musicians Village.
"When we create our advertisements, we are always telling stories," said David Lauren, Senior Vice President of Advertising, Marketing and Corporate Communications. "Each person, man, woman or child is always a character to us. We are always taking them on an adventure, so this is a direct extension of our vision. I love the concept of the gang. I love the friendship and spirit, the diversity of the clothing, the eclecticness of Ralph Lauren style. It shows boys and girls can dress up and down, they can be sporty or elegant."
And the reviews are in.. by my three haute daughters:
8 year old fashionista: It didn't make any sense. But I loved some of the outfits.
7 year old clothes horse: Was that boy wearing a tux?
4 year old princess: I loved it! Loved it! It was sooooo good!!!! Can we watch it again? NOW!
So there you have it. Three bejeweled, sparkely painted thumbs up. I now return you to your rapidly ending summer vacation fun.
Teen Vogue, my secret go to when I want to know what's really haute. Seriously..who knows better than a teenage girl (like duhhhh)?
Enter Leighton Meester of Gossip Girl fame, nauturally gorgeous, and this month she shares her beauty secrets, most of which are surprisingly affordable. Teens everywhere take note-it doesn't take piles of make up to look good when you're 16..trust me on this one. There's a saying "true beauty is wasted on the youth". You'll figure it out when you hit your late 30's. For now, lay off the foundation, and take a cue from the Gossip Girl and Teen Vogue
Certainly, Blair's impeccable appearance wouldn't be complete without those ultraglossy chestnut locks. Unsurprisingly, hair-care megabrand Herbal Essences took notice of Leighton's enviable mane and signed her on as its new global ambassador. "When my hairstylist, Charles Baker Strahan, first began using their hairspray on me, I was like, 'That smells good.' Then I discovered their Hydralicious line, which is great for my heat-styled locks," she says. She also uses L'Oréal Paris Bare Naturale Mascara, Smith's Rosebud Salve, and Clarisonic's skin brush every day. Her go-to scent—composed of vanilla, white tea, and fig notes—is truly one of a kind. "I mix my own perfume," she reveals. "I must say, my current creation is very pretty!" ~Jane Shin Park/Teen Vogue
Full disclosure: I can talk the talk but let it be known that as a teen I wore both green mascara and blue satin eyeshadow. Together. There's another saying..those who live in glass houses....
Hello Mamas Kimberly here!!
I got a text last Saturday at about 11:00 am from Kate saying she had two tickets to The Country Music Festival and I must find a way to go!! LOL!! I was sitting on the beach in Martha's VIneyard with friends and my four children hmmmmm.... 8 hours later I was back home dressed and ready to be high step'n to some country music!
Even if you are not a fan of country music, (and I am not sure how you could not be) the stories these songs tell are often funny, romantic, but certainly fun to sing along too! This summer especially I have many fond memories of country!!
Kate and I could not get enough of the fashions that night...... Everyone was crazy about Paisley!! Brad Paisley that is!
Lots of beautiful girls in Cowboy hats and boots! Lots of men in Muscle shirts and Cowboy hats!! Everyone was kick'n it up and singing along! Country music is about real life to the hilt!
Country Music: The Spirit of America. - Alan Jackson
We had a ball!! Life is short Mamas.... make it HAUTE!!! Can I get a Yee Haw!!!
XO Kimberly and Kate
