Recently (actually, longer ago than we’d like to admit…), The Modern Mamanista was nominated for the Blogger Recognition Award. Embed from Getty Images This may or not actually be the blogger’s version of a chain letter, but since we never properly completed the chain letters we received as kids, we’ll bite. We are honored to accept this peer-to-peer accolade, and we’d like to thank Francesca at Fine Wine & Tater Tots for her thoughtful nomination. Since starting The Modern Mamanista,…
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“What We Bought This Month” is a recurring series showing what three real, hard-working mamanistas spent their money on this month. Aimee’s Purchases My purchases this month were all about getting ready for (say it an Oprah voice) VACATION!!! I scored a great deal at Old Navy on some much needed shorts, picking up a total of 3 pairs, a tank and a dress for $47. I also snagged a few things from ShopTMM (one of the many benefits of being…
Lace up, cross front, strappy, laser cut back, ruffles, and lace in unexpected places continue to trend this summer. Laser cut backs and dramatic cut outs are best saved for weekends and nights out but we’re loving the lace accents, ruffles, and other more office friendly details emerging for summer work wear! Check out our Summer Style Updates for just a few of our favorite ways to wear unexpected details this summer! Outfit Ideas Show us how you…
Summer style is the best, am I right? Bright-colored fabrics, flowy dresses, strappy sandals and lightweight, white knit sweaters. But when the heat index reaches three digits, it’s damn near impossible to feel both polished and cool at work. Summer sweaters to the rescue! For me, a summer sweater done right is total perfection. So, I was really excited to see this preppy look on Sarah recently. Get the Look To pull off this look, grab a thin sweater and…
If you like pina coladas… Fashion is going tropical this summer with island inspired palm prints and tropical florals everywhere! Tropical prints may sound like something from your grandmother’s closet but trust us when we say these prints are hotter than the Florida weather in an episode of Golden Girls! Retailers are stocking tropical prints in everything from work to weekend this season with printed pants, blouses, tees and more! Check out our Summer Style Updates for just a few of…
Seven Beauty Products Every Mom Needs in Her Purse
June 21, 2017 - Beauty & Style, General Fabulousness
Like most moms, I got 99 bags but not the one damn thing that I need in it. It takes two trips to load or unload the car each day, and I somehow leave behind my hot cup of coffee or gym bag (which may or may not have been an accident). Because life is crazy, there are a few beauty products that I always make sure I have in one of my bags so I can at least look…
My husband and I rarely get out for a date night, so I get really excited to dress up when we do. We decided to venture out of the city to dine in the burbs. A move is likely in our future in the next few years, so we’re shopping locations to consider. Unfortunately, this ‘hood was a little too Real Housewives for me. So maybe the fact that I got more stares than smiles is a compliment?? I loved…
After having a baby, so much changes: your body, your hormones, your life… For me, it was one of the most confusing and complicated transitions I’ve ever experienced. As I struggled to adjust to life as a mom, I also struggled to reconcile my identity as Liz with this new “mommy” character I was supposed to be. And I didn’t know what to wear because my clothes didn’t fit or weren’t functional for nursing or no longer felt like my…
Ok, I’ll admit I’m more excited about this whole tropical print trend probably more than any 40 year old woman should be! I’m not sure if it makes me think of my grandparents’ house in Punta Gorda, Florida and arriving early at the local buffet for the $4.99 early bird special or of beachy cocktails, palm trees and ocean breezes of a resort vacation. Either way, I’m in love! I saw these Palm Print Pixie pants at Old Navy…
We welcomed our daughter into the world on a Tuesday night at almost 10:00 p.m. As I watched the doctor catch my baby and hold her up to me, I stared at her with wide eyes, completely breathless. I didn’t know what to say, what to think, what to do. So, I held her awkwardly and cried the proudest, happiest tears of my life, and then I waited for my next instruction from the nurses. I have never in my…