School Supplies
Smoking Slippers
Face it ladies, running after your kids—making sure they don't forget their backpacks and their lunches—calls for shoes that won't result in a trip to the doctor's office. Last season, it was all about the ballet flats; now, smoking slippers are making a comeback. From Stubbs & Wootton to Topshop to JCPenney, you can find them anywhere at any price point. A fun pair of slip-on Vans can do the trick and are all the rage this season as well. All of these options are equally comfortable as they are chic.
Get the Look: 1. JCPenney Hue Suede Smoking Slippers, $39; 2. TopShop Maye Suede Slippers, $50; 3. Stubbs & Wootton Straw Crudo Slipper, $200; 4. Vans Liberty Authentic, $60
A Classic Trench Coat
There is no way to avoid rushing out the door. My secret to creating the illusion that the morning routine went smoothly? A classic trench coat. Throw it on as you walk out the door, and nobody will ever know that you're still wearing your Led Zeppelin ripped college T-shirt underneath. Zara and H&M have great selections of coats that won’t empty your pockets.
Get the Look: 1. H&M Trench Coat, $50; 2. Zara Trench Coat, $119
Jeans
Drop-off at school is about the kids, so there is no need to dress to impress. It's OK to wear jeans. These days a great pair of clean-cut denim jeans is just as respectable as tailored pants. Keep it classic with brands like Levi’s and Guess, and try to avoid ripped and worn-in washes.
Get the Look: 1. Guess Sophia Mid-Rise Curvy Skinny Jeans, $59; 2. Levi's Juniors 524 Skinny Jeans, $20 to $46; 3. DL1961 Women's Emma Legging Jeans, $168
Sunglasses
Most of us don't have time to put on makeup in the morning. Thank God for sunglasses. They are the perfect accent to any outfit and signal "perfection" when it's really all just smoke and mirrors. Just don't stay too long to chat! Ray-Bans are my go-to.
Get the Look: Ray-Ban Wayfarer, $180
Leggings
Another lifesaver. When you are in a bind, it doesn’t matter what you pair them with (an oversize tee, a knit sweater or a coat); all that matters is that you get the kids there on time without the hassle of overthinking your outfit.
The beauty of all these pieces is that they are timeless and work for moms of all ages. When in doubt, keep things simple but don't let your personality get totally lost! If all else fails, rock your head-to-toe workout outfit and pretend you just came from the gym. The other moms will be wondering what your secret is.
Get the Look: 1. Stretch Jodhpur Patch Legging, $88; 2. HUE Twill Leggings, $39; 3. HUE Denim Skimmer Leggings, $39; 3. Ponte Knit Leggings, $44
