Tulip Festival in Virginia

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TARGET YELLOW MAXI DRESS

TARGET STRAW HAT

DKNY HANDBAG (OLD) SIMILAR HERE

KAREN WALKER SUNGLASSES

STEVE MADDEN SLIDES (OLD) SIMILAR HERE

Tulip Festival in Virginia when you are unable to see the original Holland tulips and this is 45 mins away from Washington, DC. I have been seeing a lot of post of Holland tulips and of course it expensive to travel to Europe just to see it. Then I googled tulip farm around me and found this gem of beautiful flowers.

So if you live in the DC, MD, VA (DMV) area then this is the place to be at if you are looking for beautiful tulips. We went a day after the peak bloom but they were still pretty. You can also pick your own flower which is $1 per piece. Admission fee is $8 on weekdays and $10 on weekends if you buy it online and $2 more when you buy it on the gate entrance. Check out www.burnsidefarms.com to check out their peak bloom. It usually is around April another nice flower sighting after the Cherry Blossom Festival.

As for the dress, It is very comfy and it is not a maternity dress but it runs big so it fit my bump just right. The straw hat was also very chic and under $15.

I hope I was able to inspire you with this post and see you again on the next blog post. Thank you for stopping by!

Simply,

Christianne

Photos: Novel (my better half)

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Red Wrap Maternity Dress

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SERAPHINE RED WRAP MATERNITY DRESS SIMILAR HERE

KAREN WALKER SUNGLASSES

ZARA CROSSBODY BAG (OLD)

MARC FISHER WHITE MULE SHOES SIMILAR HERE

Red Wrap Maternity Dress is something you should invest in when you are pregnant. Not particularly red but the wrap style is perfect for the bump. When you are pregnant, you always want to be comfortable because pbeing pregnant is already uncomfortable mostly. I am not saying this talking for all moms but for most mom. If you are pregnant or have been you know what I am talking about.

Wearing dress for me is the comfiest outfit I can pull of. It is easy and it always has room for baby bumps. I am glad that my second and third trimester falls on Spring/Summer so I have all the liberty to wear all different kinds of dresses.

What I love about this dress is the color, also that the material is so soft perfect for both Spring and Summer season. It also matches the shoes I have been wearing all season long. It is just so versatile and chic at the same time. Can be worn at the office, special occasions and just for a casual style really.

I hope you got some maternity inspiration here. Thank you for stopping by and Happy Monday!

Simply,

Christianne

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Feeling Comfy in my Caftan Dress

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RACHEL PALLY CAFTAN MATERNITY DRESS

AMAZON OVERSIZED FLOWER EARRINGS

TARGET SANDALS

Happy Monday world! I am so excited to share this look to all of you as it has been my favorite outfit I have had this week. It was so comfy and easy to wear. Another one and done style which is perfect for all body types. This caftan dress is for maternity but I have linked some who is not for maternity.

As you can see here, we were able to capture the Golden hour. It was also perfect to be able to spot some daffodils in the parking lot. Everything was perfect for this photo shoot. The outfit and the surrounding matched!

This look is perfect for Spring and Summer. Such a great buy because you can wear it for a long time. The material is so soft and breathable, suitable for warmer days ahead.

I just paired it with the sandals I bought from Target. Also, I wanted to share, the sandals I bought was different size. I have worn it so many times but just realized they were size 7.5 and 8.5 LOL! I did not want to return as I have used it and also it really did not make a difference.

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Simply,

Christianne

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Easter Dresses For My Daughter and Me

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ON ME: REVOLVE LAVENDER DRESS SIMILAR HERE AND HERE

STEVE MADDEN SLIDES (OLD) SIMILAR HERE

TARGET BASKET BAG

ON ADI: TARGET YELLOW DRESS

PAYLESS SHOES SOURCE SANDALS SIMILAR HERE

TARGET HEAD BAND

BELOW ARE EASTER DRESSES UNDER $50 FOR WOMEN

BELOW ARE EASTER DRESSES FOR GIRLS UNDER $50

In a weeks time it will be Easter. My daughter and I loves to dress up during that time as we always celebrate Easter at church. Adi, my daughter usually sings in the children choir during Easter Sunday and we always want her to put on her Sunday best dress, same for me.

Today, I am sharing our Easter Dresses for all of you and some options that are all under $50. Those dresses can be work during Spring/Summer and is worth your dollar.

For the dress I am wearing, it is not a maternity dress but I really love the cut. This will probably look better If I did not have the bump. Not a smart choice for a maternity dress but perfect if you were not pregnant.

As for Adi, I have been eyeing this dress every time we go to Target and I finally gave in and bought it. The Lavender color was perfect too but they did not have her size on that one anymore. We paired it with the headband which was also yellow.

Now excited to wear this for Easter. If you love wearing dresses or someone you know. Please Share this post as this may benefit them.

Thank you for stopping by and see you next week.

Simply,

Christianne

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Spring Shoes Under $50

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This is the link on the White Marc Fisher Mule shoes

Buying new Spring wardrobe can break your budget sometimes specially when you get to see all the beautiful things around you. To help you stay on budget but not sacrificing picking out the prettiest Spring shoes out there to match your outfit. I have tried all these shoes here for you and they are all under $50.

I can also attest to their comfort and style. You can definitely wear them everyday! My favorite ones here is the Marc Fisher white mule. Being pregnant makes me feel uncomfortable sometimes and finding a comfortable shoes to wear is the best thing I can do. I would still wear heels every once in a while when the outfit calls it.

Also have you noticed Mojo wanting to be around me and my shoes. This very playful puppy is the cutest. Sometimes he gets too annoying though, as I always tell my husband. I believe it is my pregnancy hormones. I did not have this issue with my beloved Codey who passed away last December. If you have been following me. So this is our second dog here and our family loves him so dearly and we can feel his love back.

I hope I was able to assist you finding chic Spring shoes to refresh your Spring wardrobe. Hope to see you on the next post to give you more about Spring styling.

Thank you for stopping by.

Simply,

Christianne

Photos: Novel (my better half)

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Spring Look Book with the Cherry Blossoms

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SUNDRY MIDI DRESS SIMILAR HERE

STEVE MADDEN SANDALS (OLD) SIMILAR HERE

TARGET BASKET HANDBAG

KAREN WALKER SUNNIES

KAREN WALKER SUNNIES

Happy Monday everyone! I am so inspired by all the blooming Cherry Blossoms around me. Living close to the Nation’s Capital is really perfect this time of the year to witness the Cherry blossom Festival. I honestly have been there many times but being practical this year. I just shot this in our street as my lucky neighbors have these trees right in front of them. I only have to walk few steps from my house.

I just wore this Sunday Best dress here and like I said walked a few feet and took picture here in our own neighborhood. So blessed to have these trees being seen by my eyes everyday. This midi dress is so comfortable, it is not even a maternity dress. I just chose it because my bump will fit in it. I must say this is a chic Spring style together with the sandals and the basket handbag.

If I will go to the actual Cherry Blossom Festival, If I drive It will be hard to find parking. If I take the train, it will be pack and I don’t want the kids to suffer traveling with all people bumping into each other. If I ride a cab, it will be traffic.

Have a wonderful week ahead everyone!

Simply,

Christianne

Photos: Novel (my better half)

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Comfy in Maternity Jumpsuit

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MONROW MATERNITY JUMPSUIT SIMILAR HERE

H&M DENIM JACKET

PUMA SNEAKER (OLD) SIMILAR HERE

KAREN WALKER SUNNIES

Comfy in Maternity Jumpsuit, another one and done style to think about when you are pregnant and just want to be chic but carefree. Being pregnant is not easy specially when your tummy starts to grow big. During my first 2 pregnancies, I was in the thought of being comfy is wearing maternity dresses and tops. I was not into jumpsuits back then. But since I started blogging, I was introduce to a lot of jumpsuit style and I love it as much as I love my dresses. I do not want to think to much when dressing up especially now that I will have 3 little ones to help get dressed aside from myself, right? Did my hair in a bun and I am ready to go.

I am so glad to find this comfy style maternity jumpsuit. I just had to pair it with sneakers and denim jacket and I am done. But if you are not into sneakers, another option is a pair of sandals be it flat or heeled. It is how you carry yourself that makes you look good really.

Share this to someone you know that will love this style. Thank you for stopping by and see you next time.

Simply,

Christianne

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First Day of Spring Style

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PINK BLUSH MATERNITY CORAL RUFFLE DRESS

STEVE MADDEN MULES (OLD) SIMILAR HERE

TARGET BASKET BAG

It is still a little chilly outside but was able to feel warm if you are under the sun around early Spring time. That is what I like about this season, I can wear dresses again specially now that it really makes me comfortable being pregnant. I just have to throw on light jacket or coat and I am done.

As for this pretty coral dress, this color is something that has a special place in my heart. The vibrancy of this hue is just so refreshing to my eye and the ruffle trim got me too. I love ruffles as a part of my style and having the hi low trim makes it even better as it covers my growing varicose veins on my legs, now that I am on my second trimester.

I have experience being pregnant about the same time during my second one as I was also due in August with my son Aidan. But of course every pregnancy is different but I am still aware on what to come like the Spring allergies. I am not into taking medication when I am pregnant even when the doctor say it is safe. I still feel there is a side effect for it. It is just me, I will just have to suffer with the itchy eyes and runny nose.

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Simply,

Christianne

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First Maternity Spring Dress

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Shoppinkblush Ivory Crochet Matehrnity Dress c/o also available in Pink and Mauve colors

Forever 21 pineapple earrings

Ross Espadrille Sandals (old) similar here

Hello everyone! We are starting to feel the Spring weather here in Maryland and cannot be more excited than that. The Daylight savings time has started over the weekend and we are seeing more daylight. I can also feel the itch on my eyes and nose and it is the allergy season too. But I am not complaining as long as I can wear comfy dresses and I am not freezing.

All of that being said about this lovely season. I am sharing a bunch of chic Maternity Spring dresses that you will surely love. As I know it helped me a lot during my first 2 pregnancies. Being pregnant can make you feel bloated and miserable sometimes but that doesn’t mean you cannot look your best.

So here are the dresses that I fancy during this season change and I know that you will love them too. If you are not pregnant, share this post to someone you know that will benefit from this…..

Also on the upcoming post.. I will be sharing some other maternity Hacks/styles to choose if you are not into dresses so stay tuned.

Thank you for stopping by.

Simply,

Christianne

Photos: Novel (my better half)

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Gender Revealed and It’s A Girl!

Hello everyone! It’s been a week seen I posted here on the blog and yes we are having a baby girl. I am really not into a gender reveal party because I just don’t find it practical. Baby shower to me is most important and it is just me.

Since we found out we were pregnant. We have been thinking about baby names that starts with letter A since both our children are already named as Adrianne (Adi) and Aidan. We were really looking online and we found this cool names. If it was to be a boy we would have named him Ace and since it is a baby girl, she will be named Andi. Andi is the feminine form of green name Andreas.

What do you think about the baby names? Do you also look into baby names and their meaning or you just give names because they are cute. And I know some of us have a really deeper meaning because it was a family members name like a grandparent or your own parents name.

Originally if it was a boy, We will use my dad’s nickname Aboy and give it to him as his nickname. I wanted to give my dad’s name but it starts with E. Maybe call her Agirl since she is a girl. Nah, she would be mad at us then when she grow up. Lol!

Thank for stopping by and see you again!

Simply,

Christianne

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