Pretty maternity wear from a fab new French brand
We’re back from CPD – phew, that was an epic journey. 11 hours in the driving snow through Germany, Holland, Belgium, France… and back to 4 inches of snow in Kent. Luckily customs didn’t stop us this time – they saw the 3 pregnant mannequins in the car and figured we were probably not smuggling anything naughty!
We had a really good show – lots of new visitors and catching up with existing customers – and we also got to gossip with our friends in the industry. Our stand was opposite Pomkin’s; a fab French brand that does beautiful maternity wear, made in France. It’s the kind of fashion I’d definitely wear if I were pregant; classic with a twist. Beautiful fabrics, sexy knitwear (seriously!), practical nursing pieces and cute dresses. Take a look at their site – they’re also offering some end-of-season discounts.
cute maternity shorts and tunic top from Pomkin
Lucky, lucky me!
I’m normally not that excited to get our post… bills, bills, bills, the odd return, samples from China, stationery catalogues (Viking, please stop!) but today was different. I received the most BEAUTIFUL lingerie from my friend Niki at Made by Niki. The quality is amazing, the fit perfect, and I know i’ll feel pretty damn glam on my WD. Thank goodness she hasn’t thought about starting a maternity collection (unlike every other brand in town…) as we’d be in serious trouble! If you’ve had your baby and may be in need of a little tummy control (aren’t we all) then check out her fab Magic Bum/Tum girdles. Who knew shapewear could be sexy?
sexy wedding undies
Do you miss all those spa treatments and massages you used to pamper yourself with?
So much choice, so little time?
I think that our customers are savvy, well-informed and discerning women who make considered purchases (aren’t we all??). But when it comes to new baby gear, there is SO much choice, so many ‘authoritative’ sites offering conflicting views, and friends and family, whilst a brilliant source of support and advice, only rely on their own experience. It seems that the clever, time and cost-effective solution is to let someone else guide you through it.
So when we heard about BabyConcierge, we knew that our London mums-to-be would love it.. It’s a totally impartial shopping service, where a consultant will work through a comprehensive list of items you may need and pick out what’s relevant to you, from prams and car seats, to baby carriers, feeding equipment, nursery furniture, bedding, bathing and changing accessories, layette and more.
Has anyone used this or a similar service? Any thoughts?
Are you looking for antenatal classes?
Bump2bubba.co.uk was recommended to us by a couple of our pregnant friends; they run professional antenatal classes in London and the South East and aim to make you feel excited, not daunted by the impeding arrival. The luxury antenatal weekend at the 4* Spa Retreat Hotel in brandshatch is meant to be particularly good. Here’s what our friend Maria had to say: “I’m now confident and ready for anything! I don’t think I could have ever been able to go on and enjoy my pregnancy without Tania’s great advice. I’m happy and relaxed.” Any other recommendations?
