Mommy & Me Everyday Elegance Looks
I tend to be that mom in workout leggings, a sweatshirt, and my APL sneakers. I love this look. I love the comfort. But one of my 2024 goals is to, on occasion, step it up a bit with a little elegance. Here are three mommy and me looks that bring a little class to the everyday.
Sporty Casual Mommy & Me Looks
Calling all active moms and their minis. We’ve put together some super cute looks that you can wear on the go.
If you’re new here, you may not know us well enough yet to know one fact that will likely (hopefully!) never change: we are an active, dynamic little mom and daughter duo. More often than not, we’re out and about, walking, jogging, or exploring. So I put together some cute, comfy sporty looks for all those active moms, and minis, out there.
Mom & Daughter Valentine’s Dates: LA Edition
Planning a date with your mini this Valentine’s Day? Here are some mommy and daughter VDay ideas for fun, creative activities.
My little is only 10 months right now, but she’s growing up so fast. I’m already daydreaming about the traditions I can create with her, and one of them is planning mommy and me dates for Valentine’s Day…or really any day you want some quality time with her! I rounded up some fun, creative options in the Los Angeles area for all you SoCal mommas.
Tea for Two at the Huntington Library Rose Garden Tea Room
This one is a little nostalgic for me because my mom often took my sister and me to the Rose Garden Tea Room. I have loved the Huntington Library my entire life. The grounds are gorgeous so be sure you leave time to explore post-tea. Reservations highly recommended.
Location: Pasadena, CA
Cost:
Adults tickets for library entrance are $25 ($29 in peak season), children are free under 4 and $13 up to 11 years
Traditional tea at the Rose Garden is $65 per person
2. Floral Arranging Class at Viola Floral
Let me count the ways…I love flower arranging. Once my daughter is old enough, you can bet we’ll be doing a mommy and me floral arranging class just like this one.
Location: Santa Monica, CA
Cost: $250 for two
3. Organic Mani Pedis at Color Me Green Nail Spa
If you follow me enough, you know I have a very strong preference for non-toxic, organic products so I was so pleased to find a nail spa that offers manicures and pedicures for moms and their minis that are organic and use safe, non-toxic products.
Location: Manhattan Beach, CA
Cost: $40 for kids mani and pedi / up to $150 for mom depending on service selected
Resort Looks for Mommy & Mini
Resort ready? Not without these mommy & mini looks for jetsetting, pool time, and more.
Even after moving back to Southern California where the weather is mild by Northeast standards, I still find that January has me longing for warm beaches and sunshine. It’s about this time of year, after the familial warmth and charm of the holidays starts to fade, that I begin to plan my getaway. And this year, I have the cutest little travel sidekick ever. Here’s what we’re packing and wearing for resort season 2024.
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Cutest Casual Mommy & Me Looks
We love a good mommy & me look, but make it casual.
In my humble opinion, the best mommy and me looks transcend any matching set you can buy on the internet and focus instead of coordinating key pieces for a more modern look. What do I mean by this?
While the frou frou matching dress sets pictured might have their place in formal family photos, I’d argue there’s a better way. I’ve shown two mommy and me looks that nailed casual mommy and mini aesthetic as well as a few combos we put together for inspiration.
A few things to keep in mind when building mommy and me looks:
Kids grow out of clothes so fast - always opt for interchangeable basics so you get lots of wear.
Matching color tones, textures, and silhouettes is the key to an adorable mommy and me outfit. Notice how the examples below match beige fleece jackets, light wash denim, and clean white tanks.
You don’t have to buy mommy and me outfits from a single brand. Have a vision and search for the pieces that fit the look you’re trying to achieve.
Accessories add something extra, but again, don’t have to be identical. What’s important is matching colors and textures for a cohesive look.
For casual looks, choose jeans, leggings, or sweatsuits that are comfy for running errands or dropping in on that mommy and me class.
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