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Dressing up for the holidays isn’t limited to the little ones. With all the sparkle and lights of the season, now is your time to shine. Put away your ugly sweaters! We’ve picked our favorite reasons to dress up and shared looks that will inspire every occasion you’ll be attending in the coming weeks.

Marie Hell

Perfect for dressy and casual holiday parties

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If you have multiple holiday parties to attend this season, Marie Hell is all you need. The brilliance of Marie Hell is that all her designs are versatile enough to wear to a casual party or a dressy affair. The Emerge Tunic gives you so many options. The comfortable, classic jersey fabric will make this your favorite thing to wear. The tunic style is short and sassy. Show off your legs or pair it with tights or leggings. For a casual party, dare to wear the tunic with some cowboy boots. You will be ready for anything and feel great at the same time.

When the invitation calls for something a little more formal, slip on your favorite pair of pumps and add some sparkly jewelry for a dressy party look.

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No matter how you wear the Emerge Tunic, or any of the pieces from Marie Hell, you will feel sexy and confident. Rock their classic yet versatile and edgy styles to any event and make them your own.

The Brand

Marie Hell is a clothing brand that specializes in edgy wardrobe staples. Made in the USA, every piece from this trendy company is made with sustainable, biodegradable fabric using ethical manufacturing standards. Marie Hell creates clothing with the philosophy that you should shop for quality over quantity. A few luxurious, yet versatile pieces in your wardrobe will go a long way, and that is the philosophy behind Marie Hell. Marie Hell believes “you don’t need a million things in your closet, just a few you love”. With pieces to wear everyday and pieces to wear for special occasions, you can find what you need to upgrade your wardrobe.

Boob Design

Perfect to wear for Christmas Eve Mass

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Christmas Eve is full of magic. Even before the kids go to bed and wait for Santa to arrive, going to your church’s Christmas Eve service is one of those special experiences that shouldn’t be missed. In fact, it should be repeated year after year with the entire family in tow. Like all special occasions, it is best enjoyed while wearing the perfect dress, and if you’re a nursing mother, that dress must serve both function and fabulous.

Boob Design keeps both function and fashion in mind with their collection of maternity and nursing-friendly clothing that encourages breastfeeding mothers to feel beautiful while feeding their babies. Using sustainable materials such as organic cotton, lyocell, recycled polyester, and polyamide, their clothing is guarantee to last through multiple pregnancies and years and years of nursing.

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For this holiday season, we especially love the 50/50 dress in black which can be worn both during pregnancy and afterward with a discreet front nursing panel. The top part of the dress is a soft, stretchy knit, and the bottom is made of 100% woven lyocell. A small side tie is a sweet little feature that keeps the top secure, while adding a little detail to the basic design. If ever there were a little black dress that met all the needs of a nursing mother, this is it.

If you prefer to walk on the wild side, then perhaps the Ruched Dress Leo is more your speed. While completely acceptable for church or any holiday event, this dress features a subtle leopard print that is sure to tell anyone you meet that you’re someone to watch.

Like all of Boob’s designs, this long-sleeve form fitting, boatneck dress has dual functionality as you can wear it during pregnancy and also while nursing. If you’re pregnant, the ruched section at the bottom sides will fit your baby bump beautifully.

Meanwhile, if your new baby has already arrived, the overlap across the bust makes nursing easy, comfortable, and discreet. It opens simply with one hand, leaving the other free to hold your baby. Made in soft and comfortable lyocell, you’ll love this dress so much that we won’t be surprised if you fall asleep in it.

The Brand

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In 1999, owner Mia Seipel was watching her sister breastfeed her newborn son on a cold and windy autumn day. As the cold north wind swept around her bare waist, she realized that her sister and all other nursing mothers deserved to have clothing better suited to feed their babies. Her solution was Boob’s patented nursing collection, which has evolved to include clothing for all stages of motherhood including a smart double function for pregnancy and nursing. Their clothes are one of our favorites – meant to be used, washed and loved, over and over again.

Maurices

Perfect for Having Lunch with Friends Over the Holidays

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Typically, when we think of the holidays, we imagine our family and friends carefully placed around the dining room table, eating a meal together or opening presents on Christmas Eve. However, the holiday season extends much further than the events that surround Hanukkah or Christmas. Oftentimes, it’s going to see A Christmas Carol or The Nutcracker, but it could just as easily include meeting old friends for brunch during the month of December. With that in mind, it’s important to have several holiday outfits at your disposal to address any occasion that may come your way. Maurices has everything you need this year to get ready for the season. 

Our go-to for this holiday season is an edgy twist on the little black dress. Something form fitting might be an obvious choice, but we love the idea of a patterned skater dress with lace sleeves that smoothes out our mommy curves and plays into our fun personalities. Even with two kids in tow, you’ll feel 10 years younger in this fun dress.

With every little black dress, you need a statement piece; and this year’s statement is a leather jacket. Okay, maybe it’s not “real” leather, but this faux leather moto jacket with knit sides fits like the best glove you’ve ever owned in your entire life. We’re obviously wearing it this holiday season, but this is a jacket you need in your closet all year long.

Machine washable, this jacket has knit sides that go all the way up under the arms. We found this to be just the right amount of stretch to allow us to pick up the kids and go even while dressing sassy. It also has beautifully detailed stitching that will make your friends think you spent a fortune. It really is a must have!

Finally, don’t forget your footwear. In the same styling as the moto leather jacket, the Debbie faux leather and suede heeled booties with snake skin texture are the perfect finale for a totally hot outfit. There’s no red and green here as you step out of the house ready to take on the holidays with all the confidence of a mom who can do anything.

The Brand

Maurices has a rich, 85-year history of celebrating and serving the local communities they call home. They are inclusive, diverse, and ageless, offering sizes 1-24 to fit all shapes and sizes. Their style is flowy and flattering and celebrates being feminine. Outfitting their customer’s’ lives with versatile pieces to take her from workday to weekend, they have a variety of holiday-ready outfits for every woman.

Queen Bee

Perfect for your first Christmas Post-Baby

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Take control and lead your hive, Ms. Queen Bee; you’ve got all the accessories, clothing, and nursing needs met within this Australian online boutique. Whether you are expecting or not, your fully stocked wardrobe won’t need a makeover while you move from a pre to postpartum body. Who’s the Queen Bee now? Go buzz on over there…

Whether you’ve got a swarm of kids around you, or just your closest friends, whatever you do, adorn this sweet little dress with your growing or postpartum curves. Floressa – the Chantel Zip Nursing Dress meets all your expectations when it comes to style, comfort, uniqueness, and functionality.

With just a touch of edge due to the rose colored zipper, own it and work it. As an Australian-born online boutique, they work with top designers to bring you this soft cotton with spandex mix dress that feels so extremely luxurious, you’ll feel every bit like the Queen you are without the royal prices.

The convenience of this breastfeeding dress comes from the round neckline with decorative trim, while keeping you comfortably warm this season with long sleeves. Complete the look with two front pockets and the conservative rose-gold colored front zipper; simply unzip and lift the inner crop layer to nurse.

This dress is so versatile you’ll love the “work wear” style: with knee high boots and a woven jacket, work is ready and you look sexy. For when you want the “casual day” for visiting friends or catching up on some errands, simply add runners and a striped tote bag. And when you desire the “special dress-up” evening (or day), grab your most sexy pair of heels and a rose clutch.

The Brand

Queen Bee^® began as a small home based business after one mom decided she wanted Australia to discover stylish nursing wear with hidden openings that allowed discreet nursing in public. Not long after, the range expanded to include designer maternity wear. They stock a beautiful range of maternity clothes for all occasions, from swimwear, maternity jeans to formal wear and everything in between. Queen Bee® is the go to destination where you can buy everything you need to see you through pregnancy and beyond.

Unique Vintage

Perfect for Holiday Date Night

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Unique Vintage combines classic, vintage inspired silhouettes with a modern twist, creating gorgeous, high quality dresses perfect for a holiday date night with your special someone. Their impeccable attention to detail gives their beautiful garments an edge and makes them truly special pieces that will make you feel as good as you look.

With so many gorgeous options, it’s hard to narrow down our favorites! Two dresses we are loving this holiday season are the 1940’s Carmen Half Sleeve Dress and the 1960’s Short Sleeve Mod Wiggle Dress. These conservative, yet sexy dresses will wow that special someone and be the perfect date night outfit.

The Carmen Half Sleeve Dress is a 1940’s style pencil dress in a beautiful emerald green color. This dress is a perfect example of their attention to detail. It features an asymmetrical neckline, shoulder pleats, keyhole details with bows on the half sleeves, and a black rose pin. The open V-neck back with a strip across the top creates an interesting cutout and gives this dress a little touch of modern.

The 1960’s Short Sleeve Mod Wiggle Dress is a classic design that is always in style. The beautiful royal blue color gives this dress a fun vibe, despite its sexy, form fitting silhouette. You can dress this up with heels and a statement necklace for a fun New Year’s Eve night out, add a leather jacket for a rocker, edgy vibe, or pair it with flats to a casual dinner. The sturdy, stretchy fabric makes it comfortable to wear all night long, and this dress is so versatile it will look good with anything — on anyone!

The Brand

Unique Vintage has all the beautiful retro and vintage-inspired apparel you’ve been searching for. From the 20’s to the 80’s, you can search by era to find your perfect outfit and style. If you explore their shop you’ll see their clothing is fun and gorgeous with a playful wink. Their clothes speak for themselves and are unique classic pieces with a modern edge. With everything from dresses and clothing, to prom, shoes and swimwear, there really is something for everyone!

Mindy Maes Market

Perfect for Holiday Shopping with the Family

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Hitting the mall during the holiday season can be stressful, and selecting outfits that are both comfortable and stylish means you can go directly from the food court to Christmas card photos with the family. Outfits from Mindy Mae’s Market provide the perfect attire for any holiday outing, with just the right amount of comfort and warmth to get you through the day.

When the weather outside is slightly less than frightful, bundling up with long sleeves and warm layers may be all you need for a day trip to the store. Exclusively found at Mindy Mae’s Market, the Double Hooded Sweatshirt takes the super soft comfort of your favorite sweatshirt and makes it a fashion forward look. With double hoods in complimenting colors and a stylish off-set zipper detail, you’ll want to snag one in every color.

You can never go wrong with a classic and beautiful tunic top. From the mall to dinner with the family, the Handkerchief Tunic is a versatile solution that will quickly become a staple in your closet. The perfect length for both leggings or jeans, you can dress it up with a long necklace or bundle up with your favorite scarf. You can’t ask for a better background for all your favorite accessories.

One of the best parts of cool weather is enjoying the beautiful scarves designed to compliment your winter apparel. Blanket scarves are a beautiful addition to your wardrobe and can provide much needed warmth on both brisk winter days or a cool evening of caroling through the neighborhood. The Buffalo Plaid Blanket Scarf is the ideal accessory for any holiday outing, bringing seasonal color and joy to your entire outfit.

The Brand

A family owned company, Mindy Mae’s Market combines high quality comfort with the latest fashions and styles for the everyday woman. By curating beautiful tops, tunics, dresses, and accessories, Mindy Mae’s Market is a destination for any woman looking to find clothing that can be worn every day of the week.

Finding the perfect fit is no problem when ordering from their online boutique. Each clothing item is modeled by women of varying sizes, allowing you to determine before ordering what might suit your body best!

A Dip Of Darling

Perfect for Holiday Family Gatherings

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Yes, you have permission. No one needs to approve you or your style. Take a walk with A Dip of Darling this holiday season. It’s a sweet comfort knowing you can style in high fashion without the big price tag or needing to prove yourself to others. Simply smile, let it glide over your curves, and make the sweet day yours.

Complimenting this season is this Stunning Lace Dress screaming your name! It has a beautiful lace crochet detailing upon the bodice and is fully lined. Whether you are ready for Sunday services, a wedding, or any occasion that needs a bit of dress-up style, this lace dress compliments any occasion beautifully.

Make a casual day something to not only be casual but comfortably chic. Lightweight and flowing with a touch of flirtiness, the Pom Pom Trim Cardigan is your Friday.

This breathable, three-quarter sleeved cardigan is as much of a flirt as you want to be – you’re always in control. Pull it across to lightly lay more across your bodice for warmth, or allow the openness to show a casual-chic tee underneath.

Sure, you could throw on a quick pull-over, however, the feminine flirt within you sure does like the look of the tied, feathered tassels gracing the edges of the Pom Pom Trim Cardigan. Moving gently and purposefully down the corridors or on your way to wine with the girls, this cardigan has your back covered with a little something left behind to leave a message of she’s got the comfort-chic. Now go on and strut like it.

Complete your ensemble with a knockout piece – The Black Fringe Necklace.

When everyone is wearing the latest mass-produced favorite from the mall, of course, you’re different; a simple chic kind of different who wants to make a bit more of a statement with your jewelry. Darling, once again, your go-to choice for that piece has a bit of edginess to it, without being overly flashy.

So go ahead, throw on the boho chic fringe necklace and make that statement. Your casual may start Monday or as early as Friday, either way, it’s your day and it’s made and decided by you. Your comfort and your style isn’t just the ho hum mom-bum anymore. Jack up those jeans to a new level with a simple knitted tee – the perfect foundation upon which this beauty can lie. Super affordable, super causal-chic. Super – You. 

The Brand

A Dip Of Darling is that little boutique that keeps the latest in style for your unique sense of fashion. Whether you need to dress up or down, add a little statement to a simple tank, or cozy up to warm colors of a scarf, Darling, then this is for you. From the stay at home mom to the classic and chic business woman, you’ll find a sense of feminine power draw you to your perfect ensemble. So go ahead, take a dip, Darling.