Doing the school run in style, top tips for being a yummy mummy!

Following a recent article Emmeline wrote for Bath Chronicle this month, we're on the subject of stylish parenthood! 

Many female mothers of younger children I speak to are challenged each morning by the clock v's style resulting in reaching for comfy clothes, lack of effort and a dip in self confidence. Hence our conversations about how to look like you've made an effort when really it's taken you two minutes to present an effortless stylish yummy mummy look. 

Be inspired by others, take a few small tips and you'll follow suit to the stylish parent in the playground. 

Do your homework: Look at your body shape, research and find out the best styles for your shape and lifestyle. Invest only in the things that suit you. Take a little time for yourself and declutter the wardrobe; sift through the things that really don't work for you. Be ruthless!

Get organised, Be prepared: Organise the wardrobe wisely, wear more than 20% of the contents of the wardrobe now you've decluttered. Choose outfits the night before or hang them in the wardrobe in a way that you won't have to think hard about a stylish look. 

What is a stylish look? Research is the key. Look around you, be inspired by others and go with the things that suit your style and make you feel good. 

Wake up! No harm in getting out of bed before the kids - or at least 15 minutes earlier than normal to spend time on yourself. It's important you have just a snippet of time to yourself to increase self confidence. 

Look good, feel good and always accessorise. It takes less than two minutes to grab a necklace, set of bangles or an addition to a simple outfit to give it that 'edge'. Simple but stylish. 

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A popular figure often raised in discussions is none other than the Duchess of Cambridge, ok, so perhaps she has a little more help than most of us but Kate has had her fair share of pregnancy troubles and takes motherhood seriously. She doesn't let her style falter on the occasions she doesn't have the help of a dresser and keeps things simple. 

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Mothers with more womanly shapes include Katie Holmes who effortlessly varies her styles with or without daughter Suri. This outfit is very simply put together, it's just having the right tools in the wardrobe to do it - which is where your homework and organisation come in to play. 

One of my style icons is quirky Sarah Jessica-Parker, a very simple selection of casual sweater & jeans doesn't perhaps get the envy of the playground, but SJP feels good in her skin and her clothes, not the most garish or wildly outspoken woman but the way she presents herself speaks volumes in enviable fashion. 

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Emmeline x

The Ultimate Survival Guide to Living in England

The weather in England is extremely difficult to predict with sunshine rays filling the sky one minute to heavy downfalls the next. We appreciate that it is worrying getting dressed in the morning as your sandals exposing your toes could be the next victim of an unexpected drench. Ruining your beautiful shoes or perfectly curled hair is not the best way to start the day! Don't worry we have all been there, so our stylists have compiled a survival guide to living in England.............with style!!! 

• Always carry an umbrella in your handbag to prepare for those sporadic downfalls. 
• Wear layers, which can be easily removed depending on the climate. A small cardigan can slip underneath a blazer or jacket to add extra warmth.
• Carry a brush, grips and bobble to tidy up your hair from the harsh wind.
• A small sample of make up can brighten up your face if your morning appliance has started to disappear.
• Ankle boots are extremely versatile and can be worn with Summer outfits, so if you feel that the weather may change opt for a sturdy boot over a sandal. If you have room pack a pair of alternative shoes or leave them in the car if parked near by.
• Invest in a large size bag that can carry your survival guide essentials or a fold away lightweight tote to spread the load.
• Pack a pair of sunglasses to look extra chic on those rare sunshine moments.
• A pack of tissues or wipes are very useful to solve those fashion weather mishaps.

 For more tops tips and fashion faux pas' head over to @theimageconsco. Even stylists have those dreadful moments from time to time............ and it appears that celebs do too!