10 wardrobe staples for busy moms!

In honor of Mother's Day weekend I thought I would pull together some great spring and summer wardrobe staples for busy moms on the go!  Classic white tees, slip on shoes and sandals, simple skirts, cozy sweatshirts and boyfriend jeans are just a few of the pieces that busy moms should have on hand in their closet.  They are easy to wear, layer and mix and match and they all make for super easy outfit combos whenever you need to look great with minimal effort.

Have an extra special Mothers Day weekend to all the moms out there!!

above: pale pink scarf, leopard sandals, boyfriend jeans, weekend sweatshirt, maxi dress, slouchy chambray shorts, grey skirt, white t-shirt, slip on espadrilles, navy tank top

the mom wardrobe essentials! (summer edition!)

I'm so excited to bring back another installment of the "mom wardrobe essentials"!  This round I focused on simple and versatile pieces for the summer months.

The "mom wardrobe essentials" are based on a simple premise: they are stylish and put-together grab-and-go pieces for busy moms.  Forget the yoga pants and the gym shoes... I know that those pieces are often easy to grab when you head out with the kids, but they are lacking in femininity, style and really aren't all that flattering.  From the many moms I talk to, we all agree it is simple to decide what to wear to the office, or out on a date or other adult on adult time.  However, often times it's hard to find wardrobe pieces that work for the in between times - after the gym, school pick up, hanging out at soccer practice, playdates and the like.  Would you agree?

These 11 simple pieces will be an effortless foundation for your summer wardrobe and will leave you feeling good about yourself and feeling beautiful!

1. One bold and fun necklace will take several outfits to a whole new level.

2. A simple white oxford top is versatile and stylish (roll up the sleeves for warmer days).

3. T-shirts are my lifesaver this time of year. I love to dress them up or throw them on with shorts.

4. A striped scarf is perfect for cool mornings or cold grocery stores and adds texture and interest to any outfit.

5. A maxi dress with a conservative cut is a great outfit on a moments notice. Have a few of these on hand!

6. Maxi skirts are comfortable and modest (am I the only mom whose kids are always pulling on my clothes?) and goes with simple tees for a comfortable but stylish look.

7. A large tote stylishly doubles as juicebox holders, etc, etc for the long summer months.

8. Simple nude flats go with EVERYTHING and they are so comfortable.

9. Boyfriend shorts are relaxed and comfortable, perfect for the park and playdates.

10. No I'm not crazy. White jeans are great for busy moms.  They look very pulled together for lunches or museums and get stain-sticked and washed at the end of the day.

11. I live in flip flops in the summer. I like a nice "dressier" pair to have on hand for comfort and style.

the mom wardrobe essentials! (winter edition)

I ran into a friend of mine the other day and we were both lamenting that if we see another mom in Lululemon pants, a North Face coat and Bogs at school pick up again we are going to scream!  Not that there is anything wrong with these individual pieces... BUT Lulu is for the gym, North Face is for camping and Bogs are for, well, I don't know what Bogs are for (a flood maybe?).  None of it will make you feel feminine and beautiful when you walk out the door though. Promise! You deserve to feel feminine and beautiful for the sake of yourself, your kids and your husband.

My friend confided in me that what to wear to the office or what to wear on a night out with the girls or what to wear to the gym is easy.  But the "mom" wardrobe essentials...? That one is trickier.  And I couldn't agree more.  The in between times or the "mom wardrobe" can be tricky.  It's what to wear while you accompany your little ones to ballet practice or tennis lessons, what to wear for running errands, what to wear when you are volunteering in your child's class and what to wear while making dinner. You want to look and feel great for these times, but there isn't a set uniform.

So today I am decoding the whole thing featuring pieces similar to what I wear for such occasions and most importantly pieces that are easy to mix-and-match and wash-and-wear that will also leave you feeling great about yourself all day.  And trust me... your husband will thank you.

1. bow scarf, cute and warm to throw on with any outfit.

2. denim jacket, a simple structured jacket is perfect for layering.

3. quilted vest, to keep warm or to add another layer of texture and interest to any look.

4. tee, have a few of these on hand, simple and bright colors will make any look pop.

5. coat, have a coat that is stylish on hand (yes, even when it's cold!).

6. sweater, perfect when paired with leggings for bopping around with the kids.

7. leggings, these work with boots and flats really well and are just as comfortable as yoga pants.

8. watch, a stylish piece that always makes you look pulled together (and on time!).

9. skinny jeans, I live in skinny jeans in the winter so that I can wear boots to keep me warm.

10. bow flats, so cute and comfortable... these offer a lot of 'wow' with even just a t-shirt

11. striped top, it's my uniform. It looks so cute and is easy to wear!

12. lip gloss, one swipe and you will feel better about yourself, promise.

13. boots, these are comfortable, warm and pulled together. Done and done.

14. tote, ditch the diaper bag and choose a large tote that works for you and your little ones needs.

15. & 16. simple necklaces, layer these with tees for a little dose of style without a lot of fluff.

What beside these pieces are your "mom" essentials?

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