by Daisy Lewellyn
Perhaps you feel like the closest you come to cool is your grocer's freezer near the frozen peas, or maybe you feel pretty cool, but just need a few updates added to your wardrobe. Take a few minutes out of your busy day caring for the kids, running after the pooch, loving the man, holding down the fort like a pro, and toss your invisible superwoman cape to the side while we do the dirty work for you. We've pulled together a few key pieces that will increase any mom's cool factor, and mostly for under $100 bucks!
Goody Colour Collection Metallic Headbands - Hair always falling in your face as you bend, tumble, cartwheel and leap with the kids at the park? Try these super hold heroes in metallic hues.
Preston & york wool newsboy hat - Bedhead greets you in the early morning and you are running more than late for the kids' soccer game. Take a stand against baseball caps (the mom jean equivalent for heads) and toss on a trendy newsboy in a fun color.
Betsey Johnson 'Flocked Dot' Tulle Babydoll - Toss that oversized t-shirt that you religiously sleep in and bring sexy back into the bedroom.
Deux Lux Filigree Shoulder Bag - Muscle men, tonka trucks, soy joys, juice boxes, the list goes on... And that's not including all of your personals. Carry everything you need in one cool oversized bag.
Nest Metallic Leather Diaper Bag - If you have to carry one everywhere you go, why not do it in a fashionable way. The investment will be well worth it. After the baby ditches diapers, don't you dare ditch this diaper bag. It's chic enough to carry year after year.
Spitfire Dutchess Sunglasses - Sleepless nights translate to puffy bloodshot eyes. Play celeb and sport your oversized shades daily.
Nike Zoom Trainer Essential - Forget those bulky sneakers, this sporty spice option looks great for the gym and nature walks. Note: sneakers are for sport activities only! Dare not to wear these outside of the sports zone.
'Wynter' jeweled flat - Need comfort. Need style. Need ease. You need these pretty little flats. Dark hues are best to hide spills, stains and more.
Twinkle by Wenlan 'Mixed Her Up' Chunky Sweater and BIZZ Large Button Cardigan - Bulky jackets can sometimes make your life difficult. Fall in love with a chunky sweater for keeping warm, while moving around with the kids.
The new low rise organic boot cut jeans - Mom-jeans wearers listen up!!! Have a bonfire and toss those babies. Experience coolness at new levels with these "green" jeans that are perfect for expecting mommies, new moms and experienced moms.
Tiered Tulle Skirts and Silk box-pleat skirt - Have to look nice and bring the kids? Full skirts and tights are the best combo. These are roomy enough to bend and scoop the kids up, without flashing anyone, or busting the seams on more fitted options.
Kashmere oatmeal cashmere zip front hoodie - Sporty has met its luxe partner in this yummy cashmere hoodie. Perfect for travel, games, weekends, and errands. Dress it up with playful brooches, and bright underpinnings.
Splendid V-neck jersey dress - Sick of jeans and t-shirts? Try a roomy dress that feels like a t-shirt and goes with every occasion: mall runs, grocery store, movies, cocktail parties. Easy to dress up or down.
Fair Isle Bubble Jumper - Feeling bloated, or still carrying the baby weight? This babydoll dress has plenty of pooch patrol room. Toss on a long sleeved thin shirt and tights and no one will ever know your having one of those days.
Domestic divas unite!!! Spice up your kitchen life with these cool essentials (might as well have fun while you're there!): The Parisian Cafe Apron will make you feel like a Top Chef and food will taste better on Morocco Dinnerware.
Pamper time is easy with your busy schedules. Squeeze it in where you can and spray your sheets with lavender linen spray to sleep prettier and calmer. Sweet dreams. Lavender take me away.
Make cleaning a treat for your senses, ginger the germs away one stylish spritz at a time with Caldrea Counter-Top Cleanser.
Juicy Couture Mini Digital Camera - Memories are made every milisecond of your kids lives. Play papparzzi and snap away with this adorable camera.
Add a handy dandy pocket planner or an electronic planner with perks, and a subscription to Cookie magazine and you're on you're way to calm, cool and collected.
