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MrsBumbleb
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Christine

How has your style changed

now that you're a mom? When I go into a store I sometimes feel "stuck" like I don't know what style is appropriate. I've found myself shopping in the "misses" section now instead of juniors.Chat Icon

Posted 6/23/06 8:14 PM
 
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Stefanie

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Re: How has your style changed

I feel like I can't go into certain stores anymore because I'm "too old" or a "mom".Chat Icon

Now that I am a mommy, I like my shirts to be less form fitting and a tiny bit longer. I just like to be in more comfy clothing without looking like a slob.

I always feel like my hair is a wreck because it's in a pony tail 24-7.Chat Icon

Posted 6/23/06 8:20 PM
 

MABLE03
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Fabulous

Re: How has your style changed

Posted by Stefanie

I feel like I can't go into certain stores anymore because I'm "too old" or a "mom".Chat Icon

Now that I am a mommy, I like my shirts to be less form fitting and a tiny bit longer. I just like to be in more comfy clothing without looking like a slob.

I always feel like my hair is a wreck because it's in a pony tail 24-7.Chat Icon



I could have written this Chat Icon

I also traded my heels for sneakers and flip flops

Posted 6/23/06 8:21 PM
 

Stefanie

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Stefanie

Re: How has your style changed

Posted by MABLE03

Posted by Stefanie

I feel like I can't go into certain stores anymore because I'm "too old" or a "mom".Chat Icon

Now that I am a mommy, I like my shirts to be less form fitting and a tiny bit longer. I just like to be in more comfy clothing without looking like a slob.

I always feel like my hair is a wreck because it's in a pony tail 24-7.Chat Icon



I could have written this Chat Icon

I also traded my heels for sneakers and flip flops



Me too!!Chat Icon

Posted 6/23/06 8:23 PM
 

btrflygrl
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Member since 5/05

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Name:
Shana

Re: How has your style changed

I'm stuck between the cool styles of the JR's but can't fit into them and the Misses which fit, but aren't necessarily "cool". Sometimes I feel too "old" when I walk through Old Navy!!

I'm a comfy person anyways, so I'm not totally into looking like I walked out of a fashion magazine.

Posted 6/23/06 8:28 PM
 

HillandRon
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Member since 5/05

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Name:
Hillary

Re: How has your style changed

I don't really have the use for shoes with any heel.Just give me my puma's and flip flops and I am set!!!

Right now I have a closet of suits/work clothes that I have not used in almost a year and I don't think they will be used any time soon...

I also feel I used to get manicures everyweek but now I am lucky if I go at all!!!

Posted 6/23/06 8:40 PM
 

KangaMom
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Re: How has your style changed

I still frequent Old Navy & Gap Chat Icon The only thing that changed is my bras to nursing bras Chat Icon

Posted 6/23/06 9:10 PM
 

Tany
Becoming a different woman

Member since 5/05

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Name:
Tania

Re: How has your style changed

I really don't think it has changed, I still like to wear heels and shop at the stores I used to shop before.

Posted 6/23/06 9:14 PM
 

MelToddJulia
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Member since 7/05

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Name:
Mel

Re: How has your style changed

Posted by Stefanie

Posted by MABLE03

Posted by Stefanie

I feel like I can't go into certain stores anymore because I'm "too old" or a "mom".Chat Icon

Now that I am a mommy, I like my shirts to be less form fitting and a tiny bit longer. I just like to be in more comfy clothing without looking like a slob.

I always feel like my hair is a wreck because it's in a pony tail 24-7.Chat Icon



I could have written this Chat Icon

I also traded my heels for sneakers and flip flops



Me too!!Chat Icon





Me three!! I use to worry about how I looked all the time, my hair was always blow-dried and straight everyday, and now I just toss it up after I shower. I wear teeshirts and lounge capris and sneakers, cute look!Chat Icon

Message edited 6/23/2006 9:45:34 PM.

Posted 6/23/06 9:44 PM
 

JerseyMamaOf3
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Re: How has your style changed

I went from having style to not! I have a hard time figuring out what is appropriate for a 24 yr. old mom. I now wear yoga pants with t-shirts and capri's with flip flops. I use to get dressed up for work and I really didnt have to it was business casual but I enjoyed it.

Posted 6/23/06 10:12 PM
 

emilain
UNREAL!!!!!!!!

Member since 5/05

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Mama

Re: How has your style changed

no way, style is VERY important to me, that is one thing I could never sway on. I have lots of single girlfriends so they keep me up to speed! I wish I was less fashion conscious because I stress myself out wanting/needing the new trends, I love clothes and shoesChat Icon Iy drives my hubby nuts, he alwasy tells me "it's not a fashion show babe" whenever we go out, but for me, it still is. Unfortunately my oldest daughter has taken this trait on, she is very fashion saavy and does NOT leave the house without the proper fashion attireChat Icon

Message edited 6/23/2006 10:32:06 PM.

Posted 6/23/06 10:29 PM
 

Beth
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Member since 2/06

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Name:
Beth

Re: How has your style changed

Posted by emilain

no way, style is VERY important to me, that is one thing I could never sway on. I have lots of single girlfriends so they keep me up to speed! I wish I was less fashion conscious because I stress myself out wanting/needing the new trends, I love clothes and shoesChat Icon Iy drives my hubby nuts, he alwasy tells me "it's not a fashion show babe" whenever we go out, but for me, it still is. Unfortunately my oldest daughter has taken this trait on, she is very fashion saavy and does NOT leave the house without the proper fashion attireChat Icon



you are my role model- but my DH told me my style BETTER NOT change once I am a parent-

Posted 6/23/06 10:35 PM
 

emilain
UNREAL!!!!!!!!

Member since 5/05

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Name:
Mama

Re: How has your style changed

Posted by Beth1210

Posted by emilain

no way, style is VERY important to me, that is one thing I could never sway on. I have lots of single girlfriends so they keep me up to speed! I wish I was less fashion conscious because I stress myself out wanting/needing the new trends, I love clothes and shoesChat Icon Iy drives my hubby nuts, he alwasy tells me "it's not a fashion show babe" whenever we go out, but for me, it still is. Unfortunately my oldest daughter has taken this trait on, she is very fashion saavy and does NOT leave the house without the proper fashion attireChat Icon



you are my role model- but my DH told me my style BETTER NOT change once I am a parent-



You wouldn't want to to see my credit card bills Chat Icon It's tough to stay on top of the trends but it makes me feel better about myself if I feel I look nice when I am ging to work/dinner/my daughter's schoolChat Icon . When I look frumpy, I feel frumpy too, ad that just ain't me. We'll go shopping Beth!!Chat Icon My girlfriend has horrible style but tons of moneyand I went with her to buy an outift for an event we all had a few weeks ago, and i had a ball spending her money on th emost amazing clothes!!

Posted 6/23/06 10:47 PM
 

mable
2 1/2

Member since 12/05

1304 total posts

Name:
kristen

Re: How has your style changed

I would love to dress the way I used to but I have a new thing called big hips...Chat Icon
but i always was a jeans and sneakers girl..

Posted 6/24/06 2:48 AM
 

JRG71
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5025 total posts

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Re: How has your style changed

Posted by MABLE03

Posted by Stefanie

I feel like I can't go into certain stores anymore because I'm "too old" or a "mom".Chat Icon

Now that I am a mommy, I like my shirts to be less form fitting and a tiny bit longer. I just like to be in more comfy clothing without looking like a slob.

I always feel like my hair is a wreck because it's in a pony tail 24-7.Chat Icon



I could have written this Chat Icon

I also traded my heels for sneakers and flip flops



Ditto for me too!

Posted 6/24/06 8:07 AM
 

aja
my princess

Member since 10/05

2936 total posts

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Re: How has your style changed

I don't know about my style but the baby is always dressed. He will be all matching aocks, shoes hats and I'm lucky if I remember to brush my teeth. Chat Icon

I try ..however I give myself my own manicures and try to straighten my hair about once a week.

It's all about him nowChat Icon

Posted 6/24/06 9:20 AM
 

MrsJ
I love my Katie Bug

Member since 5/05

11357 total posts

Name:
Kathy

Re: How has your style changed

Posted by MelTodd604

Posted by Stefanie

Posted by MABLE03

Posted by Stefanie

I feel like I can't go into certain stores anymore because I'm "too old" or a "mom".Chat Icon

Now that I am a mommy, I like my shirts to be less form fitting and a tiny bit longer. I just like to be in more comfy clothing without looking like a slob.

I always feel like my hair is a wreck because it's in a pony tail 24-7.Chat Icon



I could have written this Chat Icon

I also traded my heels for sneakers and flip flops



Me too!!Chat Icon





Me three!! I use to worry about how I looked all the time, my hair was always blow-dried and straight everyday, and now I just toss it up after I shower. I wear teeshirts and lounge capris and sneakers, cute look!Chat Icon



I could have written this!Chat Icon

Posted 6/24/06 9:20 AM
 

BaroqueMama
Chase is one!

Member since 5/05

27530 total posts

Name:
me

Re: How has your style changed

Well, in the 12 days I've been a mom, I've become a model for pajamasChat Icon Chat Icon Ok, hopefully I won't be in pjs for the rest of my life!

Posted 6/24/06 9:31 AM
 

dottiemchugh
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Member since 5/05

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Re: How has your style changed

Posted by Stefanie

Posted by MABLE03

Posted by Stefanie

I feel like I can't go into certain stores anymore because I'm "too old" or a "mom".Chat Icon

Now that I am a mommy, I like my shirts to be less form fitting and a tiny bit longer. I just like to be in more comfy clothing without looking like a slob.

I always feel like my hair is a wreck because it's in a pony tail 24-7.Chat Icon



I could have written this Chat Icon

I also traded my heels for sneakers and flip flops




This is soooo true! My shirts now-a-days are longer and looser than they used to be. Good-bye to the days of Forever 21!
hah: Chat Icon

Posted 6/24/06 9:37 AM
 

hazeleyes33
LIF Adult

Member since 5/05

13060 total posts

Name:
Ginger

Re: How has your style changed

Posted by emilain

no way, style is VERY important to me, that is one thing I could never sway on. I have lots of single girlfriends so they keep me up to speed! I wish I was less fashion conscious because I stress myself out wanting/needing the new trends, I love clothes and shoesChat Icon Iy drives my hubby nuts, he alwasy tells me "it's not a fashion show babe" whenever we go out, but for me, it still is. Unfortunately my oldest daughter has taken this trait on, she is very fashion saavy and does NOT leave the house without the proper fashion attireChat Icon




I feel the same way. Just because you are a "mom" doesn't mean you have to dress like an old lady. I still shop in the same stores, but just can not wear body-showing clothes anymore. I will wear low-rise jeans but with a longer top to cover up.
I never understood why you need to change your look because you have a child. My mom dressed everyday, with all her make-up and it made me feel good that she cared about herself.

Posted 6/24/06 12:47 PM
 

antoinette
boy mamma

Member since 5/05

2975 total posts

Name:
Antoinette

Re: How has your style changed

Posted by hazeleyes33

Posted by emilain

no way, style is VERY important to me, that is one thing I could never sway on. I have lots of single girlfriends so they keep me up to speed! I wish I was less fashion conscious because I stress myself out wanting/needing the new trends, I love clothes and shoesChat Icon Iy drives my hubby nuts, he alwasy tells me "it's not a fashion show babe" whenever we go out, but for me, it still is. Unfortunately my oldest daughter has taken this trait on, she is very fashion saavy and does NOT leave the house without the proper fashion attireChat Icon




I feel the same way. Just because you are a "mom" doesn't mean you have to dress like an old lady. I still shop in the same stores, but just can not wear body-showing clothes anymore. I will wear low-rise jeans but with a longer top to cover up.
I never understood why you need to change your look because you have a child. My mom dressed everyday, with all her make-up and it made me feel good that she cared about herself.


Im like this too although Im not really wearing many skin baring outfits anymore because its inappropriate for my age moreso than my body. I feel blessed that I look good after having a baby and I like to stay with the trends as well.

Posted 6/24/06 1:15 PM
 

AnnBrunoXO
2 Girls For Me!

Member since 5/05

4377 total posts

Name:
MaMMa

Re: How has your style changed

Im pretty much a simple person - hair in pony tail - like to wear comfy shoes - especially now when im traveling and walking around with the baby and stroller etc....also because I don't have as much time as I used too.
But i do make it a point to put some makeup on every morning - not much - but just enough to make me "feel human" and "feel myself"Chat Icon
I also find clothing that I used to wear back in the high school days less appropriate now because im a bit chubbier and tight fitted shirts just don't work for me right now -
But this style works for me - i can't imagine finding the time for morning blowouts every morning --- - quick showers and hair up is the way to go for me.

Posted 6/24/06 1:19 PM
 

nrthshgrl
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Member since 7/05

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Re: How has your style changed

I never had any style & I still don't. I don't think what little style I had changed because I became a mom. I think it changed because I gained so much weight & have no idea what looks good.

Posted 6/24/06 1:40 PM
 

emilain
UNREAL!!!!!!!!

Member since 5/05

4457 total posts

Name:
Mama

Re: How has your style changed

Posted by antoinette

Posted by hazeleyes33

Posted by emilain

no way, style is VERY important to me, that is one thing I could never sway on. I have lots of single girlfriends so they keep me up to speed! I wish I was less fashion conscious because I stress myself out wanting/needing the new trends, I love clothes and shoesChat Icon Iy drives my hubby nuts, he alwasy tells me "it's not a fashion show babe" whenever we go out, but for me, it still is. Unfortunately my oldest daughter has taken this trait on, she is very fashion saavy and does NOT leave the house without the proper fashion attireChat Icon




I feel the same way. Just because you are a "mom" doesn't mean you have to dress like an old lady. I still shop in the same stores, but just can not wear body-showing clothes anymore. I will wear low-rise jeans but with a longer top to cover up.
I never understood why you need to change your look because you have a child. My mom dressed everyday, with all her make-up and it made me feel good that she cared about herself.


Im like this too although Im not really wearing many skin baring outfits anymore because its inappropriate for my age moreso than my body. I feel blessed that I look good after having a baby and I like to stay with the trends as well.



AMEN ladies, if it is important to you, don't lose it. I have 3 kids and work and I just do things differently, I wake up a bit earlier or do my hair the night before and I shop when the kids go to sleep so I can really concentrate on what lI'm trying on and if it looks good. My Mom never looked like the typical Mom and I feel she has taught me the same, your appearance is important (especially in our society and where I live), it makes a huge statement about you. But... new Moms are exempt IMO, I think a pony tail and sweats for the first few months should be protocolChat Icon

Posted 6/24/06 2:02 PM
 
 

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