New Moms: Look Prettier in Minutes
By Parenting
So your post-baby body doesn't look like Gwen Stefani's -- that doesn't mean you have to resign yourself to looking like a sack of potatoes. These great products can spruce up your look in less than thirty seconds. (Thanks to Babytalk editor Christina Vercelletto for finding them!)
We love this because it's the kind of dress you just feel good wearing: It covers those after-baby bulges with a hip style that works for a casual holiday party or the office. (Kate D'Arcy, $80; toggerycollection.com.)
Most of us have been there: we look down in the supermarket and realize we've still got our slippers on. These shantung silk ballerina slippers double as gorgeous shoes...Eva Longoria's bridesmaids all wore a pair! ($20; dearfoams.com)
New moms and jeans don't normally get along... but check out this totally wearable style from Anoname. The low (but not too low!) waist, stretchy fabric, and boot-leg cut will make you one hot mama. ($78; denimrack.com)
The celebs all seem to be wearing chunky jewelry this season. The orange Rock stretch bracelet is a fun take on the trend that's priced right for the rest of us. (comes in five other colors, $18; rimistyle.com)
The stunning natural red coral sterling necklace turns a jeans-and-tee outfit into something special. ($45; wingshawaii.com.)
The Adventure Cross-Straps are comfy as a sneaker, but look like stylish mary janes. We like the pale aloe; other colors are available. ($39.50; llbean.com.)
One less thing to worry about if you're flying with your baby over the holidays. The Plane Friendly Travel Kit contains five yummy-smelling, luxe toiletries, all sized (and packaged in a clear bag) for carry-on. ($25; cakebeauty.com.)
Going green gets glamorous with these dazzling earrings, handmade from red wine bottles. (Chardonnay and pinot grigio also offered, $32; uncommongoods.com.)
Pedicures aren't exactly on your to-do list lately, but come winter, your feet are sorely in need of pampering. Treat your tootsies to The 60-Second Pedicure, a fast scrub with Dead Sea salts, pomegranate, and other luscious, all-natural exfoliaters. ($25; barielle.com.)
If anyone deserves a splurge, it's you. This eye-catching turquoise on vanilla glass ring is a pretty pop of color that won't blow your diaper budget. ($45; uncommongoods.com.)
Who's got time to re-apply lipstick? You're lucky to get it on in the first place. Rise and Shine Plumping Lip Stain to the rescue: it's water-resistant for real staying power, with coconut oil so it stays shiny. ($21; tartecosmetics.com.)
No, you're not wide awake, but you can fake it with the make-up artist's secret: white eyeliner. Red Earth's Magic Line in White Luna is seriously long-lasting. ($13; ulta.com.)
Perk up bleary eyes with the Rest Assured Brightening Wand. One side is a pink eyeliner; the other, a sheer pink highlighter to add a well-rested glow to eyes or cheeks. How's that for a sweet dream? ($22; tartecosmetics.com.)
We love this because it's the kind of dress you just feel good wearing: It covers those after-baby bulges with a hip style that works for a casual holiday party or the office. (Kate D'Arcy, $80; toggerycollection.com.)
Most of us have been there: we look down in the supermarket and realize we've still got our slippers on. These shantung silk ballerina slippers double as gorgeous shoes...Eva Longoria's bridesmaids all wore a pair! ($20; dearfoams.com)
New moms and jeans don't normally get along... but check out this totally wearable style from Anoname. The low (but not too low!) waist, stretchy fabric, and boot-leg cut will make you one hot mama. ($78; denimrack.com)
The celebs all seem to be wearing chunky jewelry this season. The orange Rock stretch bracelet is a fun take on the trend that's priced right for the rest of us. (comes in five other colors, $18; rimistyle.com)
The stunning natural red coral sterling necklace turns a jeans-and-tee outfit into something special. ($45; wingshawaii.com.)
The Adventure Cross-Straps are comfy as a sneaker, but look like stylish mary janes. We like the pale aloe; other colors are available. ($39.50; llbean.com.)
One less thing to worry about if you're flying with your baby over the holidays. The Plane Friendly Travel Kit contains five yummy-smelling, luxe toiletries, all sized (and packaged in a clear bag) for carry-on. ($25; cakebeauty.com.)
Going green gets glamorous with these dazzling earrings, handmade from red wine bottles. (Chardonnay and pinot grigio also offered, $32; uncommongoods.com.)
Pedicures aren't exactly on your to-do list lately, but come winter, your feet are sorely in need of pampering. Treat your tootsies to The 60-Second Pedicure, a fast scrub with Dead Sea salts, pomegranate, and other luscious, all-natural exfoliaters. ($25; barielle.com.)
If anyone deserves a splurge, it's you. This eye-catching turquoise on vanilla glass ring is a pretty pop of color that won't blow your diaper budget. ($45; uncommongoods.com.)
Who's got time to re-apply lipstick? You're lucky to get it on in the first place. Rise and Shine Plumping Lip Stain to the rescue: it's water-resistant for real staying power, with coconut oil so it stays shiny. ($21; tartecosmetics.com.)
No, you're not wide awake, but you can fake it with the make-up artist's secret: white eyeliner. Red Earth's Magic Line in White Luna is seriously long-lasting. ($13; ulta.com.)
Perk up bleary eyes with the Rest Assured Brightening Wand. One side is a pink eyeliner; the other, a sheer pink highlighter to add a well-rested glow to eyes or cheeks. How's that for a sweet dream? ($22; tartecosmetics.com.)
