Monday 16 May 2016

Postpartum Outfits: Denim and Louis Vuitton Speedy Bandouliere

The unexpected continuation of Brisbane's summer temperatures well into autumn meant I was able to wear my denim shorts for much longer than anticipated. I was able to squeeze in another wear of my maternity skinny jeans on a slightly cooler day too though.

What I wore:


JacketNew Look Petite print kimono (on sale, 70% off!)
SingletJeanswest maternity nursing cami
Shorts: Cotton On blue denim shorts
Shoes: slim gold Havaianas
BagLouis Vuitton Damier Ebene 30 speedy bandouliere

Why I wore it:

Wore this for a morning stroll by the sea and some fish and chips for lunch. It was a little windy, but still a nice day for a walk and warm enough for shorts. It was lovely to get out and have a change of scenery. The little neighbourhood walks we were doing the first few days are good to get out of the house, but nothing beats looking at and listening to the waves.


Last worn: blue printed kimono, black maternity singlet, denim shorts, gold Havaianas, Louis Vuitton speedy bandouliere.

Other ways to wearblue printed kimono and green top, black maternity singlet and floral kimono, denim shorts and a tunic dress, Louis Vuitton speedy bandouliere in the office.





What I wore:


Necklace: custom Cooper charm by Silhoupette
Tee: Spectrum basic v-neck tee in grey marl
JeansJeanswest maternity super skinny jeans in antique blue
ShoesMarc by Marc Jacobs studded mouse flats in grey (on sale in black)
BagLouis Vuitton Damier Ebene 30 speedy bandouliere

Why I wore it:

First time I've worn makeup since baby's arrival! When toddler T was born I'd packed my makeup in my hospital bag thinking I'd want to look nice for photos with family in the hospital...this time around I knew it would be a while before I wanted to pick up a makeup brush.

The makeup was because we were having our newborn photoshoot, and I wanted to get some family pictures like we did when toddler T was a newborn. We booked it in for when baby boy was just under 3 weeks old, about the same age his big brother had been. We went with the same photographer we did last time and I highly recommend him if you're in South East Queensland. Although baby boy was extremely unsettled and toddler T decided to act shy in front of a camera for the first time ever, we still got some great shots. More thanks to the skill of the photographer than the willingness of the photo subjects, ha! We rewarded ourselves afterwards with lunch and a trip to Ikea.


Last worn: grey tee, maternity skinny jeans, studded mouse flats, Louis Vuitton speedy bandouliere (above).

Other ways to weargrey tee and a maxi skirt, maternity skinny jeans for travel, studded mouse flats and a wrap dress, Louis Vuitton speedy bandouliere and a wrap dress.


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48 comments:

  1. Looking beautiful as ever! And nothing beats the ocean that's for sure. I would just love to be within walking distance to the beach, that would be so perfect and dreamy. Though the way the property market is right now, I may as well invest bayside than further out LOL!

    Sxx
    www.daringcoco.com

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  2. Isn't the speedy just the perfect sized bag to haul everything you need? Love it

    Pixelhazard | Bright Green Laces

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  3. You look great in both outfits, but I especially like the first one; as it's so summery! I love the shorts :)
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    1. Yes the autumn weather has been much more like summer!

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  4. The bag looks really versatile, such a great classy piece!

    Prudence
    www.prudencepetitestyle.com

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  5. Your glow is as gorgeous as ever! Perfectly casual looks. And now I want fish and chips so thanks for that! :)
    Carylee | http://morepiecesofme.com

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  6. That is such cute idea, getting family pictures taken when they are still so small! We didn't do it last time, but have one professionally taken newborn picture of our son at least.

    Linda, Libra, Loca: Beauty, Baby and Backpacking

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    1. It's good to have a professional capture it so you can look back on it when they are older I think! And it was nice being able to get some family shots too :)

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  7. Very cute! I am sure your family pictures turned out great!
    www.amemoryofus.com

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  8. a stroll by the sea and fish & chips sound yummy delicious :D Mica! haha ... picture taking is always challenging, but so awesome to look back at. documenting is so important. they are treasures :)
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    1. Yes it's nice to have photos to look back on! :) Especially when they grow so fast!

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  9. That's a great idea to do family pictures right along with newborn ones, we may have to do that! I'm glad the weather's been nice so you can enjoy with your little ones. You look fantastic by the way!!

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    1. Yes it was good to get them all at once! :)

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  10. So now I'm really craving some fish and chips. (; Anyway, outfit number 2 is literally my go to weekend mom look. So yay for us. haha. Also, I purchased another kimono and it arrived yesterday. It's navy and oatmeal colored and has elephants all over it. We're going to the zoo this Friday, so I'm totally wearing it because I'm ridiculous. (;

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    1. An elephant kimono at the zoo sounds awesome! :)

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  11. MOUSE FLATS! :)
    I enjoy how happy I am whenever I see them, haha. They're just so cute and fun.
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  12. You look amazing! Both outfits are so cute. Hahah I can`t imagine a photoshoot with a newborn. That must be intense!

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    1. It is interesting for sure, haha! But our photographer is great! :)

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  13. i love the LV Bandouliere style and those kimono tops are so cute!

    cute & little
    kileen

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  14. You look great on this outfit.
    Xo, Christianne
    Http://simplychristianne.com

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  15. You already are in great shape Mica, and congrats! Tons of love! Baci, Valeria - Coco et La vie en rose NEW POST

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  16. You look great! Blue is lovely on you, Xx

    Nikki | www.nikkibstyles.com

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  17. I loved the black and white shots... and I love to see that you are back to the "original" Mica.

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  18. I seriously love all your handbags- but this LV might be my fave!

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  19. You look so beautiful in both outfits, Mica! I love that kimono in the first look and those studied flats in the second! Isn't it funny how you much you change in your expectations come baby #2?! I don't have children of my own yet, but everyone that I know that has 2 or more kids say that expectations for delivery and post baby are so different compared to after having the first! Thanks so much for sharing, beauty, and I hope you're having a great start to your week so far!

    XO,

    Jalisa
    www.thestylecontour.com

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    1. Yes you have a different perspective when it's not the first time! Each time is so special though :)

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  20. Glad you are still having a nice warm fall, we are having a somewhat chilly spring - still! Getting professional photos with your newborn is such a good idea, it's nice to have those to look back on.
    Chic on the Cheap

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    1. Hope you get some warmer weather soon! :)

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  21. You are looking great! I love the LV bag and kimono! Looks comfortable and chic!
    ~Jessica
    Jeans and a Teacup

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  22. Mmm sounds like some lovely days! That kimono in look 1 is my favorite!
    Glad you got some good photos with your newborn - and that you had a good photographer :D

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  23. Lookin' great in that printed blue kimono (my fave actually). Hearing the ocean waves sure is very relaxing. Having photos taken by a professional for your newborn will definitely preserve good memories. Still looking lovely. xx

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  24. the LV bag takes any outfit up a couple notches! Amazing shoes too!
    ~Katelyn
    Theyellowspectacles.com

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  25. Your outing by the ocean sounds wonderful! And your outfits are cute and functional. My fav!

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

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    1. It was nice to have a trip out just to relax :)

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  26. Do you plan on posting any of your photo shoot photos? We did a maternity shoot last week with the same photographer we used for our wedding, and we have another one booked for once the baby actually arrives. I'm looking forward to seeing some of the photos from the first session soon!

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    1. I bet your photos look great! :)

      I won't be sharing any more of the photos other than the ones linked in the post that I shared on instagram, as I try to keep the boys off of the blog.

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  27. Great casual look!

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  28. Love the comfy everyday looks hun :)

    Sammy | Bargainbaglady.com {xx}

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  29. It's nice to see you in shorts again! You can finally experiment on more outfits :) Nice kimono :)

    xoxo,
    SHAIRA // New Post

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  30. You know you're parents when you celebrate with a trip to IKEA, right! You look just gorgeous xx

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    1. haha, definitely a sign of maturity!

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  31. Thank you all for your kind comments.

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