What We're Reading This Week: Sweatsuit Alternatives Part 2 on Rookie Moms

So my final installment of Sweatsuit Alternatives debuted today on Rookie Moms.  I focused on an easy, Audrey Hepburn inspired look for the final sweatsuit alternative. 

NOTE:  I love the comments from Rookie Mom readers on this look - they are completely right!  If you are a very busty gal, skip the turtleneck and instead try a black cowl-neck top.  It will give the same classic Audrey vibe, but will be so much more flattering for those well endowed.

I so enjoyed being a guest author on Rookie Moms.  I loved reading all of the responses from Rookie Mom readers, and over the last three weeks I have managed to become completely addicted to Rookie Mom's website!  I am now inspired to attempt to make my son's Halloween costume (CRAFTY I AM NOT).  We'll see.  I'll post pics when it's done.  It may end up being part of a "What Not To Wear" segment.  Poor kid.

A huge thank you to Rookie Moms!

xo,

S

Comments

[Brooke]

So I read Rookie Moms and saw your recent posts and had to stop and visit. I recently had a baby, then quit my job, and then moved to the city! Three giant expenses. Getting back my old body hasn't been easy but I have actually lost more weight than before I got pregnant. So none of my old clothes fit...NONE! Broke and frustrated with my wardrobe, I fell into the yoga pants, running shorts phase because, well, I am going to the gym later so why should I change clothes. Then I realized after reading your blog yesterday, that I was "that mom!" Oh no! I am happy to say that I am in a pair of jeans, my hair is half-way down and I am actually wearing jewelry today!

Keep it coming...I need help!

[Shana]

Thanks Brooke! Trust me - I've been there. I'm not above wearing workout gear, either. Sometimes, it's just one of those days. :)

So glad you found us! And, as always, let us know if you have a specific mom fashion question!

xo,
S

[Cindy]

My story is close to Brooke's. Had baby (4 months ago) and quit my job! When I'm in 'public' I'm usually meeting other Mom's to do a greenway stroller walk...so I'm usually in yoga pants/t-shirt! But...this site has helped me at least THINK about wearing something different.

Also, I'm an athletic build and flats just don't work on me. What do u suggest for other shoes besides flats or cute tennies?

Thanks!

[Robin]

I love these ideas, but this one made me particularly happy....guess what I wore earlier this week? (before even reading this post!)... a black top, black ballet flats and Gap boyfriend destructed jeans. Woohoo - you are rubbing off on me and I am thrilled!

[S]

You rock, Robin! > I just love when fashion is fun. :)

xo
S