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When is it OK to ask someone if they are expecting?

December 3rd, 2009

Today we would like to share with the world a very important tip so listen up :)

Working in a children’s boutique we see pregnant women on a very regular basis. Some are just showing a little bit- others looking like they are minutes away from delivery. We would like to share our view on when it is OK to ask or if they are expecting.

The answer is simple: This is when it is Ok

1. If you can see the babies head starting to come out.

2. If the ladies water has broken and she is screaming for you to call 911

3. If she is wearing a belly shirt and you see this.baby_bump_foot

The inspiration for this blog came to me the other day when I was working and a lady asked me if I would share my opinion on a gift to get for a new baby, she then said “I figured you are the expert considering you are expecting yourself, right?”
With a polite smile on my face, I replied ” Actually, I am not but I would be more than happy to help you pick something out”  What I would have like to say was ” Are you freaking serious lady? You must be blind and crazy! How rude”

It blew my mind! Not trying to brag on myself here- but I am not a large woman. I do not have  six pack abs, but I wear a size 8, work out 4 times a week and would consider myself in decent shape. That particular day I was wearing a “baby doll” style shirt (very cute I may add, from Forever 21) I was a bit bloated and had just had lunch- but by no means did I look pregnant.  I left work that day feeling that I should start starving myself  and do the 6 Minute Abs workout video 40 times before I went to bed. 

Women come in all shapes and sizes, especially pregnant women. Although someone may look 8 months pregnant how do you know that maybe she just gave birth and is still very swollen? Could you imagine how hurtful that would be to a Mom that just gave birth and is very hormonal and depressedthat she still is carrying a load of baby weight?  Some women carry theirr baby weight around their waistline for many years after they have given birth, it is not always the easiest to lose.  Others may not want people to know that they are expecting and are trying to hide their baby bumps. Or, who knows- they could have a tumor growing in their belly, or  just a 1/2 gallon of mint chocolate chip ice cream. It is best to hold your tongue rather than to be wrong and truly hurt someones feeling.

This is a little experiment I did to show everyone that even though a girl may look pregnant- she is not. These pics are of a good friend- she is about 130 lbs, 5′ 9″ and wears a size 6.  After a big meal- and with bad posture, she could easily look a few months prego. (first pic) but as you will see in the 2nd pic, she is obviously not and is a thin girl.

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Last but not least, we will leave you with a few things NEVER to say to a pregnant woman.

1.  OMG- you’re huge! It must be twins!

2.  You haven’t had that baby yet? You must be over due.

3.  I’ll bet you are gonna have some serious stretch marks after that baby comes out.

4. Do you even know who the father is?

5. That will be one cute baby if it takes after it’s father.

Have you ever been asked if you were pregnant when you are not? Or maybe someone has made a rude comment about your baby bump? Please share!

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How To Wear Your Uggs… and How Not To Wear Your Uggs!

November 19th, 2009

Want to look fabulous head to toe? Ahem, we prefer “toe to head.” Because when you’re wearing any of our Authentic UGG Boots, your feet will be the first thing everyone notices.  Here in Ohio UGG boot season is in full force. These puppies are flying off our shelves and if you don’t have a pair you are missing out big time! We thought we would share with you some useful tips on how to and how NOT to wear your UGG boots this season.

  1. Tuck your jeans into your boots. A very cute “wintery” outfit is to wear jeans tucked into UGGS with a light or dark colored shirt (or sweater), along with a woolen jacket, scarf, or hat.  If you do not own a pair of skinny jeans you need to get some asap. Skinny jeans are best when tucking your jeans into your boots. Stay away from wide leg or bootcut jeans when trying to tuck them in- if it looks like you have peg  rolled your jeans like we used to do in 80’s and they are bulging out then stop trying to make it work.   If you decide you do want to wear a pair of wide leg jeans with your boots, roll the jean up a little bit and put it over the boot. It’s very cute.

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2. Wear them with leggings. All of the girls at Pinky Scout love to wear leggings. They are so comfy and look great with a pair of Classic Ugg  Boots or the Cardy Crochet Boots.  With your leggings, try a sweater dress or a tunic top and throw on a shrug or scarf to complete the look.  Some of the best leggings I have  found are the Vera Wang leggings at Kohls. They are a great price and really suck you in which is always a plus.

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3.Wear UGG boots with skirts too! UGGS look great with almost any skirt that is above the knee and in some cases, below the knee, but above the ankle. It really depends on what color UGG boots you have. Obviously, you should not wear a lime green skirt with purple UGGS.  A few of our favorite styles of UGG boots to wear with skirts come from the fashion collection of boots. The Highkoo and the Smithfield are two great styles that would look very classy with a nice skirt. If you are trying to be dressy you will want to stay away from your favorite classic boots are go with a fashion boot.

A few tips now on how NOT to wear your UGG Boots

1. Never wear UGGS bare legged or with nude pantyhose. If it’s not obvious already, learn this: UGGS are for cold weather. They are designed to keep you cozy when it’s chilly outside. That’s why it makes no sense to pair them with mini skirts, shorts, tiny dresses, or Capri pants. If it’s warm enough outside to run around barelegged, don’t wear UGGS. Wear flats, sandals, or sneakers instead. In other words, wear warm-weather shoes.  If you are addicted to UGGS (like myself) buy some UGG Flip Flops for summer time!

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2.Never wear UGGS with PJ pants. Not only does it look incredibly slouchy it also looks incredibly bad. UGGS do not match PJ pants.  Sadly, people here in the mid-west think it is okay to wear thier pajama pants out in public. PJ pants are for the comfort of your own home and wearing your UGGS with your PJ’s to the mall is a no-no. If you must leave your house in the middle of the night for an emergency we will excuse you for throwing on your UGGS and PJ pants, but it better be a darn good emergency!

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3. Never wear UGGS with dressy outfits or suits. Dress slacks, formal dresses, business suits & pencil skirts do not mesh with UGG boots. As you can see in the picture below- a man in a business suit and UGG boots is not attractive. We all know how comfy your boots are, but there are certain events that you must deal with the pain of your stellitos for a few hours to look classy and appropiate.  Just keep in the back of your mind that you will be home soon enough and your warm boots will be there to greet your feet!

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Last but not least, for all you Grandmas & Great Grandmas out there- you are never too old to own a pair of UGG boots.  Some think they are all about the fashion BUT they are not. Everyone deserves to have warm toes this winter! Hurry into Pinky Scout and try some on today!

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