A must-have in many a wardrobe is the breton top; a mum-staple if you will.  So you won’t be surprised if I suggest it as a maternity style essential too. But where to find the best?  Look no further than stripey-mama favourite, Jojo Maman Bebe.  With a choice of 4 …

The powder pink coat may be the must-have of the season but let’s face it, it’s not the most practical colour for mum-ing in and you may be hesitant to invest heavily in a coat that turns out to be a one-year-wonder.  So say hello to your still-on-trend but versatile …

If you embraced printed trousers this summer you’ll be pleased to know they’re still hot for autumn/winter.  And if you shied away from this bold statement piece now is your chance to jump on the floral pant bandwagon. This season the prints are darker to reflect the cooler months and …

Try a feminine twist on this season’s lumberjack shirt with this pleat neck, 3/4 sleeve blouse in a subtle grey check from Next.  Enhance the Highland-inspired plaid print with a faux fur gilet and give it a modern edge with boyfriend jeans and leopard flats. All items, Next

One of the most important items you can buy for yourself at any time is well-fitting bra and as a new mum and mum-to-be when your body is changing – beyond belief! – it really should be something you take time in to find the right style and fit for …

Take the must-have masculine style slipper shoe and give it a feminine twist with a leopard finish and bow detailing.   Wear for work, weekend or everyday mum-duty with anything from skinny trousers to rolled-up boyfriend jeans and fit-and-flare printed frocks with opaque tights. Leopard slipper shoe, available in sizes 36-42, …

As an Autumnal favourite year on year, warming shades from burgundy to blackberry, oxblood to plum and everything in between will always feature in this cooler season’s colour palette regardless of the trends which come and go.  And isn’t it just handy to have pieces in your wardrobe you know …

Mini-me style doesn’t have to be a carbon copy of yours but when there’s a print that matches as well as this it would be rude not to pull some coordinated looks out of the bag. This oh-so-cute monochrome cat print from H&M works perfectly with this season’s burgundy tones.  …

Make like Mrs Beckham and rock a heart print this season. It’s the motif of the moment thanks to Burberry’s autumn/winter collection but it needn’t come with a designer price tag, so you can pop that $795 dollars for one shirt back in your purse and take a look at …

Take one basic dress and work it from mum-duty to the office and – if you’re lucky enough to get a night off! – it will even see you through a night out in comfort and style. This striped jersey dress from Bonprix is a great basic for layering and …