Coco Mama

Whether you’re off on holiday or planning a stay-cation, jump into Summer with a splash in Mango’s simple blue tunic dresses.  They will hide those upper arms and skim over your tummy (pre- or post-baby!) while adding some colour to your wardrobe.  Of course you’ll dress yours up with wedges …

Mary Berry’s floral cardigans have been the highlight of the Great British Bake-Off for me each series (yes, really!) and although Mary’s off our screens, I’m still getting my floral fashion fix as the High Street is currently awash with variations on this lady-like piece.  So what better time to …

Take a plain t-shirt, jeans and plimsolls and just add this zig-zag necklace. Instant throw-it-on style at your fingertips every morning, so whatever your shape or size, all eyes will be on this bright beauty. Necklace, £16.50, Dorothy Perkins Take a look at the other quick fix instant wardrobe updates …

Regular readers will know that chez CocoMama we are partial to a bit of mama-and-me dressing. Our  coordinated outfits are usually unintentional but fairly frequent as both mine and my daughter’s wardrobes contain many identical basics.  Striped tops being a favourite! So when I discovered that fab womenswear brand Etsi …

Time for another Quick fix under £50 to add to your new season wardrobe and this time we head to supermarket fave F&F at Tesco. These neon-stitched flat sandals are a snip at £10 and the neutral base means you can wear them with anything and liven up a look …

I was invited to write a guest blog post for designer sale website BrandAlley and The Pretty Dress Company who have collaborated to create some seriously summery frocks. They are now in a flash sale and there’s a competition to win one too. So read on for your chance to …

New mamas, nursing mamas (and any mama that loves a bargain or easy, throw-it-on style) rejoice at H&M’s jersey dress reduced from £7.99 to just £3.99. It’s made from chuck-it-in-the-wash, comfortable to wear viscose and has a popper front, just perfect for breastfeeding.  The waist is gathered at the sides …

Tropical colours, bird prints and bows; what more could you want in a girly summer frock. The brand new capsule collection from George at Asda has been designed by Colchester Institute fashion graduate Harriet Simons, who won the 2012 Graduate Fashion Week Childrenswear award, and it’s spot on for pretty, …

Add a splash of summer to your wardrobe with zesty brights. Glow in a full length tangerine maxi or accent a neutral outfit with colour-popping sandals.  Lift a dressy look with big and bold orange jewellery or add a ray of sunshine to your basics with straight leg jeans and …