Mom fashion gets a bad rap. We all know the clichés about frumpy moms and moms who roll into the school drop-off lane in pajamas and a raincoat (heck, many of us have been that mom). We know that "mom jeans" used to be an insult, though that particular style is currently having a bit of a moment with some trendy people. We also know that there are some real challenges to figuring out our best post-having-babies style vibe when we are short on time and energy.
So where should we turn for some inspiration to figure out how to elevate our style just a bit and look a little more pulled together on the days when leggings and a hoodie just won't do? Well, how about our favorite celebrity moms?
And, yes, most of us don't need to dress for a red carpet, so it might sound a little counterintuitive to suggest that we turn to celebrity Instagram accounts for fashion inspo, but hear us out. While there are plenty of celebs whose version of mom fashion is probably not super relatable (we're not naming names, but sounds like Tim Tardashian), there are others who are really great sources of attainable inspiration.
Read on for 15 celebrity moms whose style just might be the inspiration us regular moms need to amp up our wardrobes.
Jessica Simpson
We first met Jessica Simpson as a popstar and then our favorite reality show ditzy blonde, but she's actually a super savvy businesswoman who has had far more success with her beauty and fashion empire than she ever had with her singing. Her Instagram account is great because it features looks from her own line, so when we are inspired, we know exactly where to shop!
Mindy Kaling
Moms who love a feminine look — and who want to be reminded about the fashion possibilities of a really fab day dress — should look to Mindy Kaling for major inspo! Her Instagram feed has so many great elevated daytime looks, perfect for anyone who is looking for office-ready outfits.
Reese Witherspoon
Reese Witherspoon's Insta account has both major fashion moments (we're loving her most recent red carpet look!) and great everyday outfit ideas inspired by her Southern preppy aesthetic. She mixes in pieces from her Draper James line, so some looks are super easy to replicate, too. She's a good go-to for ideas for what to wear to church, book club, or date night!
Busy Philipps
Moms who love a more boho look or are just fans of a bold accessory option should be following Busy Philipps. Not only is she funny and super relatable, but she has an amazing sunglasses wardrobe and shows how easy it can be to effortlessly layer on necklaces or wear big earrings for a quick style upgrade.
Serena Williams
One of the things we like best about Serena William's Instagram is that there is fashion inspo for all of the things that moms do. Looking at her page gives us ideas for cute workout outfits, for sexy date night looks, and for comfy everyday casuals like this jumpsuit (which is perfect for running errands or layering with a cardigan for work).
Beyoncé
OK, let's be real: We can't afford to wear what Beyoncé wears (except for her more approachable Ivy Park gear), but she's still great inspiration for how to dress in a way that shows off a curvy body. This outfit, for example, demonstrates how to go monochromatic in an interesting way by mixing textures and balancing tight pants with a soft, flowing shirt.
Hilary Duff
Hilary Duff's Instagram feed is about 50% cute pictures of her kids and 50% fashion inspiration, which is a ratio we can totally get behind. She is another great follow for those of us who like one-piece dressing. She is a big fan of rompers, jumpsuits, and day dresses and also a good one to watch for cute, trendy accessory ideas.
Ashlee Simpson Ross
Some celebrities are fashion inspo for their overall wardrobe, and some are worth the follow for one specific reason. Ashlee Simpson Ross is on our list because she has such a chic coat wardrobe. It can be so easy for cold weather moms to get stuck in the boring black coat rut, so Ashlee is great for getting ideas on how to play with length, color, and patterns when it comes to outerwear.
Trisha Yearwood
Country music and Food Network star Trisha Yearwood is a great social media follow, both for ideas for outfits we can wear for real life (like, needing to cook dinner, for example) and because she is refreshingly candid about how she looks so good (we love that she gives the hair piece she wears for her big hair a shout-out) while also not photo editing herself into some fake version of perfection. No smoke and mirrors from her!
Ayesha Curry
Food Network host (and wife of NBA star Steph Curry) Ayesha Curry is a mom of three ridiculously cute kids and has a great sense of casual California style. She's recently gotten into fashion design herself, including dreaming up these cute tall boots that she paired with a perfect spring minidress.
Gabrielle Union
Gabrielle Union proves an eternal point: adding a blazer to skinny jeans and a great pair of boots instantly makes a mom look 300% more pulled together (there's no need to check our math, we're confident this is true!). Gabrielle is also great at suits, accessories, and showcasing a whole range of awesome hairstyles for both natural and relaxed hair.
Maren Morris
Country singer Maren Morris, who is mom to a 1-year-old, serves up great fashion inspiration for those of us who still want to keep our sexy edge. She embraces her curves and seems to like to add in one racier element in each outfit, like this bra and blazer combo.
Gwen Stefani
Gwen Stefani has always been an interesting celeb to follow where fashion is concerned, even when she was still in her "Hollaback Girl" days. In addition to always having interesting looks, Gwen is a good source for makeup inspiration, especially for those of us who are returning to the world of wearing lipstick! She's just launched her own makeup line, GXVE, so we're sure we'll see more looks from her soon.
Katy Perry
While her onstage outfits are totally over-the-top (in the best possible way), Katy's daily looks are actually a lot more relatable. She loves color and has a quirky, playful vibe. She's the ideal follow for reminders that fashion should be fun!
Gal Gadot
Though she could just rock her Wonder Woman outfit every day, Gal Gadot's real-life style is way less spandex and way more classic. Gal is a great follow for moms whose style leans more toward natural fabrics, slouchy shapes, and neutral colors.
