Moms of young children are busy. Lash tinting and finding a new bag come second to sippy cups and picture books. We at Moffly know it firsthand—three of our staff recently welcomed adorable bundles of joy into their families: Art Director Katie Conte and Viviana; Market Editor Megan Gagnon and Theo; Social Editor Ali Gray and Henry. In honor of Mother’s Day, we called on stylish local talent to pamper and outfit the new mothers and their sweet babies. Mitchells warmly hugged our moms by picking out outfits that are fashionable yet easy to wear (at left) as well as offered advice on clothing rules that will get you through the early years.
Fashion rules
Andrew Mitchell-Namdar, chief marketing officer/creative director of Mitchells, shares his three golden rules for new mothers
1. STYLE & COMFORT
“As a new mom, you are spending most of your time thinking about your new bundle of joy. The clothes you wear should make you feel great.”
MARISSA WEBB
Cynthia white-striped, neck-tie blouse; $298
2. PERFECT THE FIT COMFORT
“Select pieces that are comfortable, easy to clean and fit well—we provide on-site tailoring, so that is one less thing for you to think about.”
AG – ADRIANO GOLDSCHMIED
Stilt cigarette ankle jean; $164
3. PRACTICAL PIECES
“Rely on a uniform in the first few months—classic pieces like a great button-down shirt, cropped jeans, a fitted jacket and flats. It takes the guesswork out of getting dressed each day, and you can count on always looking pulled together, even if you don’t feel it!”
RALPH LAUREN
Parker navy blue jacket; $1,590
AQUAZZURA
Christy black leather lace-up pointed flat; $675
Fashion:
Ali in Zimmermann, midi dress; $930. Mitchells, 670 Post Rd. E., Westport, 203-341-6405; mitchells.com
Megan is wearing Vince, pale blush leather scuba jacket; $995. Mitchells
Katie in Zimmermann, tunic dress; $630. Mitchells
Beauty:
Hair and makeup by Personal Image Artist/PIA, 238 Post Rd., E., Westport, 203-599-4763; personalimageartist.com
Nails by Ji Yoon, Plaza Nails and Spa, 68 Church Ln., Westport, 203-221-7097
Photography by Bruce Plotkin; clothing images contributed by the designers