The Hot Mom Hit List

What every outfit needs

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The secret sauce to being a hot mom with a cool outfit? It’s not just what you wear, but how you wear it, and how it makes you feel. Technically the elements of a cool mom wardrobe vary wildly by zip code, a truth that hit me when I heard someone say, “all cool moms wear clogs” Hmm… do they? The cool Brooklyn clogs are not the same as the cool West Hollywood clogs. But let’s stay on track: there are some universalities to a cool outfit, and Nordstrom makes it so easy. As I was putting this letter together it really hit me HOW MUCH they offer - if you’re looking for literally anything, check Nordstrom first. With that, let’s get into the LOOKS!

Denim:

Citizens jeans I’ve had for years / le bag is vintage

The right pair of jeans makes you feel GOOD - that’s why even though you have 50 pairs of jeans, you always reach for the same ones. As far as cut goes, it doesn’t matter. Skinny, straight, barrel, whatever style you feel looks best on your body is the one for you.

Fan Favorites:

These styles are beloved across the board: Citizens Miro / Madewell Low Slung Baggy / Citizens Drawstring Jeans (also comes in petite)

Sweatshirts:

Sweatshirts are the lowest common denominator of personal style and that’s a good thing. Who do you want to be today? Consult your sweatshirts.

Cali mom reporting for duty: Mother sweatshirt (wearing S)/ Rag & Bone jeans - (these are incredibly soft, size down a full size) Vans

Free People pleated sweatshirt / Ralph Lauren fleece polo / Varley sweatshirt

Another reason to love sweatshirts? They add instant dimension—drape one over your shoulders or layer with a long tee.

Accessories:

There is no outfit without accessories, full stop. I like to incorporate one vintage thing to keep a look special, but the rest is fair game.

Adina Reyter beaded necklace / Jenny Bird gold chain (style it over a grey sweatshirt!)/ Luv AJ chain / Jenny Bird silver cuff

Silver Adidas / DeMellier tote (Birkin coded but not in a ‘dupe’ way) / Sporty & Rich hat / Madewell tote

Stir it all together…

Madewell Pointelle T / Sunglasses / Westman Atelier Lipstick in Petal / Toteme mesh flats / Citizens tie waist jeans / Gold & turquoise necklace / Mother sweatshirt

More ways to be a hot mom:

• Proportions are your friend - sometimes jeans look better when they’re baggy, in which case your top needs to be tighter.

• Sizing is arbitrary, there are no rules, and you’re the boss.

• Layering is an art form to practice every day, and that applies to jewelry and accessories. Your outfit is not complete without the extras!

• Get a spray tan, or use a few drops of this mixed with your daily moisturizer. Instant mood booster.

Anyone can wear a sweatshirt, jeans and some mesh flats - but you need some swagger or you’re just another millennial in a flat shoe. That swagger comes from confidence and knowing you look good, so lean into what you love. That goes for everything, not just your closet.

xo,

Abby

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