Get that pedicure booked, it’ll soon be time to get those toes out! And when you’re shopping for sandals this season there is a style that is both practical and on trend. Hurrah! Grazia call them the Slice, you may call them a low wedge, but either way, these are the elegant and comfortable way read more
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Monochrome magic: Matalan Style Project
March 6, 2013 – 8:20 am
Shopping on a budget is a must when it comes to a guilt-free fashion-fix, so when Matalan asked me to take part in their monthly Style Project and set the challenge of creating an entire outfit for £50 based on a key SS13 trend I thought no problem, Matalan always picks up the must-have looks read more
Ways to wear: Winter florals
October 12, 2012 – 8:45 am
We all know that when it comes to pattern, it’s every mama’s best friend; disguising sticky fingerprints, stains and camouflaging the lumps and bumps we’d rather hide. So if you love flirty florals in Summer, there’s no need to ditch them when it comes to Winter. Look for darker tones and heavier fabrics or layer with chunky knits, read more
40 of the best boots
September 25, 2012 – 8:01 pm
Last week a fellow mum on Twitter posed a question about the best footwear for this weather. They need to be showerproof and easy to slip on (she originally asked for waterproof but when I suggested gardening clogs as a practical solution this brief was altered!) and suitable for mummying in. So here is the ankle boot, read more
Daily dose: weekend drinks
July 20, 2012 – 12:12 pm
Dress up your jeans with a statement blazer, a splash of neon and a bit of glitz for the weekend. If you’re not used to wearing heels but fancy a bit of a lift try a simple mid heel court. Like nudes, metallics go with everything and will take your look through to the evening. read more
Mama loves: Matalan’s printed leggings
July 20, 2012 – 9:05 am
If you’ve yet to dip your toe, or rather, leg into the waters of The Printed Trouser, Matalan’s £8 leggings might just tempt you over to the patterned side. Swap your trusty black leggings for one of Matalan’s printed pairs for a quick, affordable and easy wardrobe update. Style tips Let the leggings speak for read more
Daily dose: newly pregnant
July 17, 2012 – 8:00 am
So you’re in your first trimester and you’ve no obvious bump, just perhaps a bit of a tummy or added weight and you don’t want to share your news just yet. But you’ve got an evening out planned and thinking up reasons why, unusually for you, you’re not drinking is difficult enough before you’ve even read more
Daily dose: jumpsuit casual
July 10, 2012 – 8:00 am
How to wear a jumpsuit to take on the school run in easy-to-wear style. Choose a boldly printed all-in-one and pull out your trusty boots and denim jacket to complete the look. A throw-it-all-in slouchy duffle bag is the mum take on Mary Poppins’ carpet bag. Denim jacket, £35, Dorothy Perkins; Necklace, £15, River Island; read more
Tried and tested: M&S macs for kids
June 27, 2012 – 8:48 am
This week’s tried and tested has been everywhere with us recently. The perfect lightweight mac which stows neatly in its own little bag and protects from unexpected showers is a must-have in every change bag. Easy to wash, quick to dry, takes a second to get from bag to back and it looks rather cute read more
Ways to wear: colour popping accessories
May 29, 2012 – 1:28 pm
Seven ways to wear each of Matalan’s block colour totes and patent sandals. They’re versatile, affordable and it doesn’t matter what size you are because shoes and bags always fit!
