Look of the Day: Mellow Yellow

I've slowly learned that as a mom to an infant, I have 2 choices in handbags: a crossbody bag or a big bag to throw everything in.

Since I already have a few crossbody bags, I decided to get a big tote. I know Pantone said Tangerine is THE color of 2012, but I couldn't help falling in love with this mustard yellow leather tote. It fits diapers and bottles for days when I don't want to carry the little guy's diaper bag.

Most of my other bags are black, brown, and gray. Red has always been my go to POP of color. But this year, I've decided to venture into other shades in the color wheel.

I love the purple lining on this bag! and the skirt I bought today even matches it perfectly!

Christopher Kon tote (TJMaxx)

Mommy Bags

Before my son, my bags of choice have always been big, bigger, and biggest! I like toting around everything because, "you never know!". I thought I could use my big bags as diaper bags and be practical AND chic.

Fast forward to now. I've quickly learned juggling my son, a purse, and a diaper bag is not so easy. I have (sadly) boxed up a lot of my bags and taken out my smaller ones and even bought a couple of new crossbody bags. This way, I have something that holds my personal, important items (i.e. wallet, phone, lipbalm). I can throw it in the diaper bag, or have it on me while I'm carrying the little guy around.

Here are my "mommy bags" of the moment. Other moms out there, how do you do the juggling act?



Louis Vuitton Pochettes (with long strap used for both)
Kate Spade Scout
Rebecca Minkoff MAC clutch and 3 zip crossbody bag
Chanel Wallet on Chain

  

Kate Spade Scouts (found at Marshalls for less than a quarter of retail price!)





Rebecca Minkoff MAC clutch and 3 Zip crossbody
(Nordstrom Rack, both on sale for 60% off)



A year ago... in Chicago

This time last year, I was making plans with my girl friends for a weekend trip to Chicago. I was going to be there for work, and decided to stay through the weekend.

My long-time friends, Cloe (from NYC) and Sam (from L.A.) joined me for a weekend of food, laughter, and a green river!

We spent the weekend walking around Chicago, hitting Navy Pier, the Magnificent Mile, going to the top of the John Hancock building, taking pictures with the Bean. It was a great weekend filled with laughter and memories, spent with friends that I've known since I was 6 years old.

I am always very grateful that I have friends from my childhood that I am still friends with now. Those special people are like sisters and brothers to me. Years may go by without us seeing each other or even talking to one another, but when we do get to spend time together, it is as if the years melt away.

The older I get, the more I realize that true friends are indeed a treasure!