8 Essentials for (Model) Mom On-Duty Style
It's that time of the year again…The leaves are starting to turn brilliant jewel-tone shades, the morning air is crisp, and pumpkins are popping up everywhere in the decor. KIDS are back to school. That means YOU are back in the school pick-up line.
Here's what you need now...
Take notes… the 8 essential wardrobe pieces to keep you looking effortlessly chic when life doesn't feel so effortless.
1. Great fitting jeans.
One of the easiest ways to update your wardrobe is to get a current pair of jeans. What's the current silhouette? Current wash? Being on trend helps you look current.
With that said, if the current silhouette isn't flattering on you, does that mean you should go for it anyway? Absolutely not. Stick with what works for you, but update them in a new color wash.
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2. Classic white button down shirt.
My favorite:
Brooks Brothers non-iron tailored fit dress shirt.
3. Basic sweater in a lightweight fabric and complimentary dark color.
Why lightweight? Get one that's too bulky and suddenly you look bulky. Now who wants that? Gasp. As far as style, try a round collar or a turtleneck. Think "Audrey Hepburn" and pair it with slim capri jeans or chinos (J Crew, anyone) and a pair of flats.4. Fitted blazer.
A fitted blazer instantly upgrades a basic pair of jeans, slacks, skirt or dress. |
| Schoolboy Blazer by JCrew |
5. Memorable outerwear.
I adore coats: wool, cotton, fur…I don't discriminate. It doesn't matter what you have on underneath the coat, when all anyone sees is the coat.You should have three types of outerwear in your fall/winter closet: trench, short coat and long coat.
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| JCrew Collection |
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| Zara Soft Trench |
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| Burberry Brit at Saks |
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| Nordstrom |
6. Sunglasses.
No makeup? No problem. Swipe some lipgloss across your lips and throw on a pair of great fitting sunnies. Instant style.
Are you wearing the right sunglasses for your face shape?
7. Accessories
I've said it before: Accessories make an outfit.
Try a cross-body bag to amp up your school style. Cool leather belt? Check.
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| Rebecca Minkoff Love Quilted Cross Body Bag |
8. Shoes that are ready for action.
Trade in those basic running shoes or Ugg (ughhhh!) boots/slippers for something just as comfortable and much chicer.Try a classic riding boot, slip on sneakers (all the rage right now) and/or wedges.
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| Check out DSW. |
Test time: Do you make the grade?
Positively yours,
Paula Chamblin Aulino
Associate ASID
