Style
Karla Spetic Trench Dress / Ballettonet Vera Flats / Dolce & Gabbana Sunglasses (simliar pair here) / Vintage Bag
The other day someone asked me “Oh are you pregnant with baby #2?” when I wore this dress. I didn’t know whether to laugh or cry. Sure, my figure has bloomed in the past few months due to sleep deprivation and (therefore) my vice for Nutella (cutting down on cakes has its drawbacks), but Winston only just turned one!
Do you know why women love shoes (and bags). I learnt this from the boutique days, where we stocked a large range of Repetto shoes (and bags): shoes (and bags) can transform an outfit, are fun to collect, and are not so dependent on body size! Brogues, boots and Birkenstocks may come and go, but ballet flats are always a good idea. They are perennially chic, comfortable and classy. Maybe because I lead such a hectic life, I am drawn to the simplicity of their shape. So recently, I treated myself to a pair from Ballettonet (Ok, so I pretty much live in ballet flats, but I couldn’t resist the python print!). Balletonet is an online boutique that sells only handcrafted Italian ballet flats. The range is fabulous and the prices are reasonable, plus they have a great sale here!
Now when I need new flats, my first thought is Ballettonet. Unless of course, I am in Paris then I’ll be sure to waltz into a Repetto store…
Oh no I can’t believe someone said that to you!
That’s the problem with dresses that skim over the belly region – they can make people think we are trying to hide something! You don’t look pregnant at all though!
Jennifer Garner said it best I think – when you have kids, there will be a permanent bump. And I’m okay with that, the baby belly gave me the most adorable little boy, and 6 months on I think it’s here for good.
Love your style Cecylia. Thanks for sharing xx
You look perfect dear, love your sunglasses! :)
Isa M., Tic Tac Living
I think your dress is really pretty! Relaxed and effortless, and you styled it perfectly.