Chic for Cheap: Summer Looks for a New Mom

Hello lovelies.  Today's chic for cheap request comes from a reader who is a new mom with some specific needs for her summer wear.  Even though her guidelines may not be the same as yours or mine, I'm hoping the pieces I chose could easily be worn by any of us (that's my intent at least).  Let's find out a little bit more about what Erin's looking for:

"I'm hoping you can help me with finding some great options for summer.  Here's my issue: I love wearing dresses in summer - love the ease, the comfort, and the way a dress instantly makes you look put together.  The problem is that this summer I am nursing a baby, and am having a difficult time finding dresses that can accommodate this.  I don't want to buy specially designed nursing dresses - so I need something that has either a very stretchy neckline or buttons up.  Any thoughts?"

Since a dress is nearly a whole look in just one piece, I decided to go for two different looks (both can be mixed and matched).  And for two complete outfits that can then be accessorized to create additional looks, I think the price tag is pretty fabulous, don't you?! xox Ez

• Deep Harbor Blue Dress - Ruche
• Interlocked Thin Bangle Set - Forever 21
• Anita Sleeveless Woven Dress (also available in white and black) - Forever 21
• Tobbyn Sandals - Target
• Triple Handle Tote in Bone - Target (much more stylish than a standard diaper bag)
• Lion Sandals in Gold - Target

Comments

[Sal]

Great picks, Ez! The shoes are smart choices, too - flats or walkable chunky heels are ideal for a stylish mom-on-the-go.

[Melissa]

AH! Now this is more like it(as opposed to mine).....Not only did you find a wonderful dress option, you found two! YAY! I love this hun and it is so fresh and perfect for what Erin was looking for! :)xoMelis

[Rebekah]

Can I write you a check and you send me the items? Stress free shopping is what I need. :)

[Toshi]

i love how you made it so that you can mix and match any of the items for different outfits! love it!

[Kristin]

That purple dress is so cute!

[RhiannonM]

I love love the heeled sandals and will start scouring Target for them very soon. They would be so great with jeans. Thanks for recommending them witht he rest of the great "mommy look". :)

[papermichelle]

I'm in love with that little purple/blue dress. Its adorable.

[karen m.]

Very pretty picks for easy, chic dressing. Thank you!

[Keri]

I love both dresses and the prices are fab!

[stacy di]

I think that your target is different from mine! What cute {and cheap!!} shoes and bag!