We had a few cool and stormy days in December so I took the opportunity to get some more wear from my maternity skinny jeans, before the summer temperatures make jeans too hot to wear.
What I wore:
Necklace: custom Cooper charm by Silhoupette layered with Dogeared silver wishbone necklace
Dress: French Connection black paisley printed empire top (with pink Supre singlet underneath)Jeans: Jeanswest maternity skinny jeans in black
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs two tone flats in blush and black
Bracelets: the usual plus Balenciaga classic double tour bracelet in pearly grey and Hermes pink clic clac
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff MAB mini in soft grey
Why I wore it:
Had been wanting to wear this pretty printed top for a while! It looks nice without a baby bump, but I enjoyed wearing it in my last pregnancy so I wanted to get more wear from it this time around too. It was perfect with the black skinny jeans.While these are denim, they are such a dark wash that you wouldn't be able to easily tell that they are jeans, so I wear them to the office quite a bit. A good pregnancy workwear option!
As I'm doing the fox in flats DAREcember style challenge, I wore a bit of a bracelet stack to meet the 'army candy' prompt.
Last worn: paisley print top, pink singlet, black maternity skinny jeans, two tone flats, Rebecca Minkoff MAM bag.
Other ways to wear: paisley print top and a pencil skirt, pink singlet and a floral dress, black maternity skinny jeans and a floral cami, cap toe flats and a maxi dress, Rebecca Minkoff MAM and a leopard print dress.
Great boxing day sales:
- 50% off sale at Matches Fashion
- 70% off sale at Net-A-Porter. With free Australian shopping on orders over $300!
- Up to 70% off at Rebecca Minkoff - plus an extra 40% off sale items with code 'BYE2015'!
- 50% off Christmas Sale at The Iconic
- 50% off sale at Sass and Bide
What I wore:
Necklace: Australian coin and crest necklace (new purchase)
Tee: Cotton On Luxe pearl tee
Jeans: Jeanswest maternity super skinny jeans in antique blue
Shoes: Ikwetta 'Circles of life' sandals (C/O)
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff MAB mini in soft grey
Why I wore it:
Managed to do two style challenges in one! 'Red lip' for Fox in Flats DAREcember and 'sparkle and shine' for Summer Style File. After never having worn red lipstick before and only buying it as part of a challenge, I've quickly become a fan. I love this shade.This tee was another one I'd been looking at in my wardrobe wanting to wear before the bump gets too big! It has a subtle metallic shimmer to it, a really nice piece and perfect for the challenge theme.
Despite the sunshine in the photos, it turned into quite an overcast day and with all the running around I was doing with toddler T (looking at day care centres for next year) I actually wished I'd worn a cardi a couple of times.
The necklace is new - I'd heard of the group For King & Country through Spotify, and then they did a live set at Church Online and I ended up buying the latest album. I saw this necklace while browsing their store and loved the message behind it, that women are priceless and that everyone should be treated with respect and honour.
Last worn: metallic tee, blue maternity skinny jeans, beaded sandals, Rebecca Minkoff MAM (above).
Other ways to wear: metallic tee and cobalt leather jacket, maternity skinny jeans and a graphic tee, beaded sandals and a blue maxi dress, grey MAM bag and print mixing outfit.
What I bought in December:
I was pretty good budget wise in December! As the baby bump gets bigger shopping for clothes is more difficult so I don't do it as often. I shopped more for Christmas presents for others. I did take advantage of the ASOS sale and pick myself up a couple of things I'd been wanting though.
- Somedays Lovin' Yakuza print kimono - $33.60
- New Look Petite print kimono - $19
Linking up with Modest Monday, Let It Shine, Hello Monday, December Budget, Mix It Monday, Style Sessions, Turning Heads, What I Wore, Confident Twosday, On Trend, Fresh Fashion Forum.
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Looking good girl - love that gray bag!
ReplyDeleteI love the printed top, it's so cute but I can definitely see myself wearing the second outfit more. I love how simple but cute it is :)
ReplyDeleteSam | http://mybeautycloud.com
Jeans and a tee is an awesome simple outfit! :)
DeleteYour December purchases are gorgeous! Beautiful prints. I haven't been brave enough to go to the boxing day sales as I need a break from crowds!I got a Tiffany and Co bracelet for Christmas...I think it might be the same as one you have.
ReplyDeleteI did most of my boxing day shopping online, haha! I'm not a fan of crowds either. What a lovely gift for Christmas, a little bit of Tiffany is always nice! :)
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ReplyDeleteI would like to wish you a very Happy New Year and hope all goes well for you in the coming months.
I still have not bought any jeans despite encouragement from my daughter and best friend. If I do, I think they would be black rather than blue and more of a straight leg style rather than skinnies.
Best wishes
Rebecca
Thanks Rebecca! :) I think it's important to wear what you are comfortable with no matter what others think. You may find that perfect pair of jeans for you one day, or you may not! :)
DeleteYou look so cute!
ReplyDeleteThe Adored Life
I always used pregnancy as an excuse to not buy a lot, it was fun saving money, but once I was able to wear my regular clothes again, I went shopping crazy! lol I love these simple outfits, you are such a cute momma to be!
ReplyDeleteBrooke
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haha yes I'm sure I'll blow the budget a bit when I'm back into my pre-baby clothes, I bought some jeans to celebrate last time!
Deletelove these jeans on ya!! and a great deal. wish we had boxing day here!
ReplyDeleteIt's a shame you don't have it! But lucky that so many international websites do so everyone can enjoy the sales! :)
DeleteThe pattern in that first top is very pretty!!
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Great items! Love the paisley tunic top, what a great look! Hope you have had a great christmas weekend :)
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Per usual, I managed to slack the last have of Darecember. (; haha oh well. I try not to get down on myself about it seeing as they are supposed to be fun and life just got so hectic leading up to the holidays. (; I love your printed top! It looks great on you pregnant and for normal wear! Gotta love clothing like that! Hope you had a lovely Christmas Mica! (:
ReplyDeleteIt's so true, the challenges are just some fun, doesn't matter if you don't complete them all! As long as you're having fun :)
Deleteloving the asos and aritzia boxing day sales! you have picked some cute stuff
ReplyDeleteCute outfits! Lovely bag!
ReplyDeleteSarah
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That second outfit is so simple but just looks so slick on you!
ReplyDeleteCorinne x
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Stunning looks babe! Surprised that you got them for decent prices!!
ReplyDeleteAdi xx
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The luxe Tee is so cute. I love both outfits, and hope you have a wonderful new year dear. <3 /Madison
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Pregnancy suits you well... you are stunning! =)
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I really like the printed tee in your first outfit. The colors are pretty together and it looks great on you!
ReplyDeleteI love both looks, I'm such a fan of denim, always. The print on that first top is so pretty, and I love the red lip on you in the second look!
ReplyDeleteLove the two kimono top purchases! So pretty! And that soft grey RM bag is gorgeous! I could live off your bags!
ReplyDeleteCarylee | more pieces of me
It is a great bag, one of my favourites for sure! :)
DeleteGreat sale! Love your outfits!
ReplyDeleteXoxo,
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That printed top is so pretty! I love that first look with it, you styled it perfectly.
ReplyDeleteThe second outfit is also very nice, perfect in its simplicity.
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You look great being pregnat!
ReplyDeletexoxo Lynda
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so glad you picked up some good stuff during the Boxing day sales! I wish I did as well haha. love that top in the first outfit, looks so comfy! :)
ReplyDeleteMetallic Paws
Still time to pick up a little something, haha! Final reductions in January are often a good time to shop too.
DeleteI love a dark jean that you can get away with at work. Looking gorgeous as usual, not long to go now! x
ReplyDeleteYep, in the final trimester! :)
DeleteGreat sales! Both outfits are wonderful (as always!), I like how simple and casual the second one is. :) The first one is much more vibrant because of the printed top, which looks absolutely gorgeous on you! <3 Hope you're well and that you had a wonderful Christmas. x
ReplyDeleteKay
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Glad you picked up some great things during the sale! In love with that first top the pattern is so fun!
ReplyDelete<3 Shannon
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Oh so chic casual look
ReplyDeleteLovin this Mica- you pulled it again pretty preggy
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Love your kimonos! So pretty! And love that paisley top, so pretty! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes
ReplyDeleteLoving the neutrals bags, lady! So classic!
ReplyDelete-Ashley
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I always think you look so cute in maternity skinny jeans. Great tops in both looks!
ReplyDeleteAmy Ann
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I love the prints on those two pieces you picked up--beautiful! Wishing you and yours the best in 2016!
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You look beautiful in both outfits! Happy Holidays! :)
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That paisley top looks so comfortable! And the colorful sandals in your second look are so cute and summery :)
ReplyDeleteMili
It is so comfortable! And has survived so many wardrobe clearouts, haha!
DeleteI actually like the second outfit best. The color is more bright and it suits you better! Lovee the bag!!
ReplyDeleteDora www.BangsBang.com
Thanks, I think it's the gold shimmer, apparently gold is a great colour for me to wear! :)
DeleteYou look so lovely in these outfits, Mica! I really love the second look, especially, with those beautiful sandals and I'm swooning over that purse, too! I hope you're having a wonderful day so far, beautiful; thanks so much for sharing!
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You did great girl and you look great in your second trimester. Have a happy new year beautiful.
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Two fantastic looks, very appropriate for the occasion. I really like the salmon colored shirt!
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Love the video! That first top is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteConnie | Sponsored by Coffee | Etsy
I love the print on the first top, and you can't go wrong with a white top either! You look awesome! I tried to comment on a post from a few days ago for Boxing Day but for some reason the comments wouldn't load :-/ Happy holidays!! XO
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Sorry you couldn't get the comments to load! Glad they loaded on this post for you though :)
DeleteI just love your purchase videos. They are like the only ones I actually watch. And you are tempting me to try one for myself, haha. Almost ;-) The first top is very pretty, I like the contrast between the black & pastels.
ReplyDeleteWishing you & your family incl. bump a Happy New Year :)
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You should try a video! I'd definitely watch it! :) I'm glad you enjoy my little videos. I think short and sweet is the key! :)
DeleteGreat Boxing Day sales buys - I went shopping but the full priced clothes kept calling to me. I did manage to find a great Country Road dress heavily reduced so it wasn't a complete fail.
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Country Road had some great sale bargains! :)
DeleteLove love love that jeans outfit, what a stylish look for anyone <3 The style of the first top in your first outfit is a style I wore a lot during my pregnancies and felt super comfortable in. Both before and after Christmas sales have been great, I can't help myself haha. Have a wonderful New Years dear. XOXO, Elif
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haha yes the sales have been hard to resist! :)
DeleteYou paired some fabulous tops with your jeans Mica! Looks so good.
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Thank you all for your kind comments and good wishes for Christmas and new years - I had a lovely Christmas!
ReplyDeleteI like the pattern of your top Mica, and wish you a Happy New Year! Best to you!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking up with Turning Heads Tuesday!
Happy New Year, Jess xx
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Ooh must get to Cotton On, haven't been in for ages. A white tee with a bit of lift is just what I need for skirt matching!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely worth a look, I've found some nice pieces there! :) Including a kimono I picked up the other day reduced from $40 to $3, score!
DeleteThis tee is a couple years old though sadly! :(
You look great in both outfits! looks very comfy!
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Oh that first look is so very pretty Mica - it can take you many places ;)
ReplyDeleteI would have never guessed the top was from pre baby bump !
Forgot to add that the kimonos were a great buy.
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