Usually I stick to neutral colors when getting a mani and pedi (which is how I spend my Saturday mornings), but this summer I decided to step it up a notch and experiment with the neon shades from Essie nail color. I am a huge fan of Essie products, not only because of their variety of shades, but my manicure last for days, sometimes weeks.

I am seen here wearing Essie Funky LimeLight  ($8) and Essie Meet Me At Sunset ($5).  Its like having a party on my fingertips and have brighten all of my outfits.

  • What do you do to spice up your manicure and pedicures?
  • Do prefer neutral or bold shades?
  • What’s your favorite nail polish brand–and shade?
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Being a Mommy is something that I am proud of, but being a mommy to a boy is something that I take a lot of pride in. Raising a boy into a man is something that I don’t take lightly, so when I was asked to check out this one of a kind brand called boy mom,  I jumped at the chance at promoting it.

Related Post: How To Raise A Boy Into A Man

What is boymom? Its a unique line of limited-edition clothing and accessories for Moms of Boys – that’s ME – or simply “BoyMoms”.  The Founder, Amy Williams sent me over the perfect sample, a boymom short sleeve tee…its the perfect tee to pair with your favorite pair of jeans!

Here’s me being a braggy mom and wearing my heart on my..chest!

Girl Moms, don’t feel left out, there’s some for you too right here!

Not only am I able to brag about my little man with boymom’s wearables and accessories, but all shirts are 100% cotton and a portion of each sale goes to a very special charity that benefit orphans in Southeast Asia.

Order your boymom and/or girlmom items online at www.boymomdesigns.com.

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*Disclaimer: No monetary compensation was received for this review and all opinions are those of Mommy Posh ONLY.*

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Hi Mommy Posh,
I am 6 months pregnant and I am tired of wearing stretch pants and baggy t-shirts to accommodate my growing belly. I need help finding outfits that look and feel comfortable, but yet not frumpy. 
Help, Mom-to-be via Ask Mommy Posh

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Hi Mom-to-Be,
First and foremost, congratulations on your pregnancy.  This is indeed a blessing, so enjoy ever moment of it and be sure to rest up before the due date…trust me you’ll need it.

Looking for what to wear for your growing belly doesn’t have to be a daunting task.  Nowadays, maternity fashion is tres-chic…just ask Heidi Klum and Nicole Richie, who are amongst other POSH celebrity moms who have designed maternity lines.  Don’t know what to wear after the birth of your pregnancy? Don’t worry, continue wearing the maternity wear by adding a belt to cinch up your waist.

Also, take it from Selma Blair, she was one celebrity mom-to-be that rocked uber-chic maternity wear – everyday! Blair’s style was trendy, but yet comfortable!

Here are a few pieces that every mom-to-be should have in their closet, that will leave them feeling comfy and fashionable:

Cool Clothes:
1. Cotton Shirt by Lavish By Heidi Klum
2. Jeans (with secret fit belly) by 7 For All Mankind
3. Cardigan Sweater by A Pea In the Pod
4. Maxi Dress by Splendid Women
5. White Classic Button Down Shirt by Port Authority

Shoes:
6. Ballet Flats by Tory Burch 

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Today is FASHIONABLE FRIDAYS and I am pleased to bring to you my new bloggy friend, Angela, over at About A Mom.  She has some great fashion tips and tricks that gives the illusion of looking skinny.

Angela is co-author of the blog About A Mom. She is passionate about being a mom and enjoys sharing her experiences with other mothers. Angela enjoys writing about parenting, homemaking and frugal living.

The Illusion Of Skinny

Are you still carrying a few extra pounds of baby weight that you just can’t seem to lose? Or are you like me and simply eat too much ice cream? If the diet is not going so well or you just need a quick fix, here are some fashion tips you can use to get the illusion of skinny.

  • Wear clothes that fit you. Just because you can squeeze into something doesn’t mean it fits! Wearing clothing that is too tight just brings more attention to the fact that you could lose a few pounds.
  • Match your separates. Matching your pants or skirt, stockings and shoes can make you look 5 pounds lighter. Matching in all black will save you a few more pounds. If you want to mix it up a bit, wear some colorful shoes.
  • Wear some heels. Glamour magazine recommends wearing a gorgeous pair of heels. They recommend nude heels with dresses to elongate your legs, towering metallic heels with jeans to create a lean line and scoop-front heels with everything if possible. I know this may not be practical for every day but it can help you make the best of a special occasion outfit.
  • Show off the Girls. Lower necklines visually narrow your upper body, thus giving the illusion of skinny. If you are not comfortable with this, highlighting your decolletage by wearing a blouse with a jeweled or decorative neckline will do the trick.
  • Add a Belt. Wear a skinny belt and cinch it at your waistline over dresses, flowy tops or a thin cardigan to achieve an hourglass shape.
  • Slim your face. Pulling your hair up and away from your shoulders will give your face a slimmer look.
  • Low Riders. If you have a troublesome waistline, try jeans or pants that sit low on your hips. This trick will help slenderize your trouble spot. Pants that have a waist that hits just below your navel will make your midriff look longer and slimmer.
  • Avoid over sized clothing. Excess fabric only makes you look bulkier. Over sized clothing doesn’t help camouflage anything.
  • Say NO to Pleats. Wearing pleat-fronted pants will balloon your middle. If you have a belly bulge, relaxed fit, elastic waist pants will help. Otherwise, flat front and side-zip pants will do.
  • If all else fails. If all else fails, there is always Spanx!

I hope these fashion tips make it a bit easier for you to get the illusion of skinny.

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Bright hues and bold statements rule at Teen Choice Awards: 

Kourtney Kardashianwas seen looking GORG-EOUS at the Teen Choice Awards over the weekend.  In a Blaque Label dress, Christian Louboutin shoes, a Chanel clutch and Loren jewels makes Kourt looking like one hot mama!

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