Scary Mommy

For those of us who hate pants, we basically live in black leggings between the months of October and March. But what are you to do when the weather gets warmer and leggings are no longer an option? Meet the basic black bike shorts that are the summer equivalent of your favorite pair of leggings. From popular loungewear brand Everlane, the shorts are extra high waist (the most flattering!) and made of high-performance fabric that’s 58 percent recycled nylon. Plus, they have an 8-inch inseam so they’re long enough to cover all your lady parts. Petition to make LBBS (little black bike short) a thing this year?

If your daughter-in-law is a wine lover, let her shout it loud and proud with these slippers. They can also serve as a “ahem” to your son or daughter who can be politely reminded that she’s ready for a refill.

The days of going out and bringing a real purse, not a diaper bag, are coming back – promise. Dress up your next date night with this sleek and stylish faux leather crossbody bag. 

Every now and then, a mother needs an animal print fix, especially if it’s one of those “I just can’t with laces today,” days. It’ll make you feel a) powerful and b) like a badass mom-boss who has it all together. And good news: leopard really is the new neutral (promise), so you can reach for this pair with most colors you already have in your closet. Plus, since they’re designed by Dr. Scholl’s, you know your feet will be humming from drop-off to pick-up. Look at you, bringing sexy back and your feet don’t even know it.

These house socks feel like a big warm hug on cold winter days and nights. One Amazon reviewer says they’re “Like little clouds on my feet.” Who doesn’t want that?

Less is definitely more when it comes to curating a jewelry collection that resonates with the wearer. From heirloom lockets inherited from your grammie (which you’ll one day pass on to a daughter, niece, or special someone) to “new” pieces that you’ve invested in as an adult (ahem, anything from Catbird), these are the keepsake pieces that you’ll cherish for a lifetime. Hence, where this “jewelry as poetry” tray comes in. The brand’s signature pink hue is coupled by a smattering of stars and a moon; dare we say, this just may be the perfect little tray. You may find that you want to use your tray to store more than just jewelry—and that’s okay. From a single baby pearl hoop to a souvenir matchbook to spare teeth that haven’t been cashed in yet, your tray of sentimental things should speak to you.