Mazie's Method

So, since I am in my third trimester in my most favorite time of the year, I figured I would share some of my most favorite maternity goodies with you on my blog.  I did some internet shopping damage since I will be wearing these clothes in the 4th trimester also while nursing and going back to work.

I have some super fantastic maternity jeans from Old Navy and they are rocking the party right with being able to wear them after I give birth to my princess sometime between October and November.  They are very comfy, stretch, and have a full panel to make things easier when I pull them up over my rapidly expanding belly!

Next, are some wrap tops that I found on Gap and they are in such a beautiful plum color that I couldn’t pass them up.  I need them since I plan on nursing and or pumping and I will need easy access to the ladies, they are no longer considered girls in my book

Obviously I am going to need some dresses because we all know that I will be throwing on my Spanx tights and my wrap dresses and knee high boots to make myself look and feel better. This denim shirt dress makes me giggle.  I love denim dresses.  It’s a way to be casual and fabulous all at once and the buttons down the front are perfect for my needs!

So, I was thinking about my maternity wardrobe the other day and how it is so hard to find things that are for plus size preggers.  I realized that most of my pre-pregnancy stuff still fits me, even in my third trimester.  Some are getting a bit short in the front for obvious reasons.  All of my Rachel Pally dresses, most of my Anna Scholz and some Olivia Harper’s from La Grande Dame, and Lee Lee’s Valise that I have picked up over the years still work.  The wrap dress that Lisa Dolan is famous for bringing to the plus size fashionista.  She is referred to as the DVF of the plus size wrap dress!  While I was already knocked up and before I found out, I had picked up my Monif C. Marilyn convertible dress.  It has definitely proved it’s worth with these last few months and all the parties I have been attending.

So it led me to think that some designers get it.  Maybe they realize that there are no adorable clothes for plus size preggers and that they design their clothing for women who are and they can still be fabulous and chic through the entire pregnancy.  When I was still working from April to June after we got word of the bun in the oven, the daily wardrobe consisted of dresses.  Lots of dresses.  There are no plus size maternity Spanx, so I got my thinking cap on and went to work getting me some bike shorts.  They were super soft and caused me to sweat less, (gross, I know) but they made working and hiking up the four flights of steps to my un-air conditioned classroom a bit less painful.

So I ask you ladies, do you think I may be uncovering a little secret that the designers don’t really want us to know about.  If I were a high end designer, I would totally be creating a plus size maternity wardrobe.  Why not?  Don’t you want to look great as a plus size pregnant woman?  I happen to love the hunt for an item, but I know a lot of women don’t.  Why don’t the designers realize that also?  I think some of them do!

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-Fanny

I am longing for fall.  We got a few cool days here in NYC and it gave me a tease.  The leaves, the crisp air, the ability to keep my windows open through the house and have a breeze that causes me to sit in a sweater!  I have been searching through the new fall collections and I am going to preview my favorites for you!  I guess this will be a wish list of sorts since I have started making my birthday list.  They kind of go hand in hand!

First, we need to start at the feet and get an awesome pair of boots.  I have my eyes on these Nine West beauties named Cleeo on Zappos.  Grey goes with everything and I adore the little heel since we know of my inability to stay upright in heels!  I love booties like this because it gives me a bit of height and allows me to have the feature of a boot.  I love a good fall boot!

Secondly, we need a beautiful pair of jeans.  I am personally in love with the trouser style jean because it makes me feel polished and will also be a great item you can have in the closet for work.  Lafayette 148 has a beautiful denim trouser that is my idea of a perfect jean.  I have about 6 pairs of these from the Gap from last season all bought on sale.  I hope I can fit into them post baby!  They are worn in and perfect.  They fit like a glove.

Third, on top of the jeans, I need a beautiful cashmere duster.  The Cashmere collection from Bloomingdale’s makes me smile.  I love the Cherry Cola color.  It makes me giggle it is so beautiful!  I always feel so safe when I am wrapped in cashmere.  It is never something that would ever not be in my closet.  The best part of Cashmere is you can get it on any budget.  Just make sure it is super soft against your skin!

Fourth, another goody from Bloomie’s is a Jules Oversized Silk Blouse.  It is such a gorgeous blouse and I would love having this in my closet to put under my cashmere duster.  Who wouldn’t want to be wrapped in luxury this way?

Fifth, Nordstrom has a Michael Kors Double Zip blazer… In black, it is perfect for all seasons.  It is so sassy and will keep you feeling great all day long.  I would pair it with some skinny jeans or the denim trousers with some super funky t-shirt and lots of bracelets.

Sixth, Saks has an Elie Tahari Chain Necklace that is on my wish list also.  This necklace is so hot and it would look great with a white button down shirt or a black shift dress or it would also work with a t-shirt under the blazer!

Seventh, we all know how much I love Anna Scholz, and this dress is so beautiful for the Fall.  La Grande Dame has this dress and I keep eyeing it for the Christening in the Spring.  It would also work well with the Elie Tahari necklace and the Michael Kors Blazer.

Eighth, another goody for the Fall and the Winter events is a David Meister Sequined Tunic Dress is the perfect dress for holidays and events.  I would totally rock this at a wedding or New Year’s Eve, even in my house.  A nice cocktail party with some heels and amazing earrings.

Ninth, Everyone needs a beautiful sweet soft scarf to wear in the cooler weather.  I love to pair it with a cashmere sweater and my jeans!  I wear one all the time, as soon as there is a slight chill in the air, out comes my collection of scarves!

Last, I would need an anorak for the days when there is a soft rain.  This Gallery Reversible Anorak is adorable and will be super lightweight for wear over your fall sweaters!

Ok, one more for a bonus, who wants a beautiful new bag this Fall?  I do I do!  Coach has an Embossed Croc Maggie.  It’s just divine and it’s a beautiful purple color that is longing to live in my closet and hang on my shoulder.

What are you looking at for Fall?

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-Fanny