Hi there, I’m sitting here getting everything ready for the IFB Conference tomorrow, and yes, it’s been a while. I’m sorry. A lot of things have been going on, as you all know, I’ve been spending all my time working on IFB, but also last fall, I found out I was having a baby. Which is great, because being 38 and all, and one of the last of my friends (who want children) to take the plunge, it was a happy moment. But I didn’t want to share, because I had a miscarriage, one over the summer, which was heartbreaking, and I didn’t feel comfortable talking about it. In a way still don’t, but it’s part of the reason why it was hard to balance the blogs. But this baby, seems to be doing well so far, I’m 21 weeks. and having a boy! Over the fall, I was tired, bloated, and working on IFB, so it really didn’t leave a lot of time to take photos and blog. One day I’ll learn balance.
Anyway, the IFB Conference is almost here, it’s always exciting that 400 bloggers are getting together just before fashion week, and while it’s a challenge season after season, I’m thrilled to see everyone. Another thing that’s always fun to do right before the conference, and before fashion week is to shop and get everything together. Last season, I picked up quite a few things from the new Piperlime store in Soho, which were some of my favorite pieces, until my clothes didn’t fit anymore. This season, they’ve partnered with me to show what I would wear getting ready for fashion week. Last night I did some last minute shopping, and because maternity clothes basically suck, I found some amazing pieces that would fit someone 5 months pregnant, because I don’t one of those cute pregnant bumps, it’s more like my boobs doubled in size…and yeah… but anyway. It was great to find some cool clothes to wear, the shift dress by Tibi, is classic, has a great amount of stretch, goes with pretty much anything, and the coat by Maison Scotch has a great fit in the shoulders, which for an oversize blazer coat, is perfect. I also have a habit of buying leopard print shoes, which these NineWest booties really have a great heel height, as this is as high as I can go in my current state.
For all of you going to the IFB Conference, I really look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow!
Photos by Taylor Davies!
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I’m super bummed I can’t make it this year. The photos look great and that tibi dress is perfection.
-Becky
The Pumpkin Spot
CONGRATS ON THE BABY!!! Sending you a big cyber hug and lots of well wishes on a healthy pregnancy
Thank you!
Oh wow! Congratulations! That baby is going be so well dressed
(Good luck for the conference tomorrow, of course!
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Congrats on your happy news! I’m sure the conference will be great. Wish I could attend this time.
Wow – I want to congratulate you on your baby but you’re 38?! I had no idea! That’s incredible! You look at least 10 years younger!
And now, congrats on your pregnancy! Have you picked out hte name yet?
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Haha, you just became my favorite reader.
Congratulations! What wonderful news. So happy for you. You look lovely.
Congratulations! Hope the rest of your pregnancy goes really well. You look fantastic! x
Congrats, Jennine! So proud of you and all your achievements with IFB. (I still remember the days when it was on blogspot!)
Wishing you the best with your pregnancy.
So happy about the baby. I’m dreaming up designs for push presents already. LOL.
Oh thank you! Do you mean “push” as in pushing in labor? You are hilarious!
Congratulations!! you look radiant! My daughter is due with her little boy on Feb. 26, so we are watching her closely! She also miscarried right before this baby. I hope all goes well and that you get plenty of rest….but I can’t wait to hear all about NY Fashion Week!
You and your daughter must be so happy! Rainbow babies are a special blessing.
Wow, you look wonderful! I love those leopard print booties; they really add a kick to that outfit. Great photography as well!
Thanks to Taylor for all her help with the photos!
Congratulations Jennine!! What wonderful news, boys are amazing. Girls are too, but there’s something v special about that mama/son bond. Xxx
It’s so great to hear your good news – Can’t wait for all the cute baby pictures to come!
And such cute boots! I’m beyond excited for the conference and am counting down the minutes till we get started in the morning. <3
Thank you so much for coming to the conference!
wow: amazing news! congrats!
as a knitter, i gotta ask: where’s the chunky scarf from?! i love the stitch. you might have posted it before and i missed it. just wondering!
Agree about the scarf – it’s marvelous!
My husband got the scarf for me at this handmade boutique in Berlin, he’s out of town now, so I’ll ask him where it is from! Hopefully he remembers!
Wow! You look adorable–congrats on the baby and I hope the conference goes well. Love the booties!
just wanted to add my congratulations! what incredible news for you and your hubs! sending much love from a longtime reader, jess p
Thank you so much Jess! It’s always good to hear from you!
omg have so much fun!!
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Congratulations on the baby!
Fabulous shoes too!
Thank you for the wonderful Day 1. You were absolutely radiant from head to toe. Congratulations! Pregnancy looks great on you. I Left with a ton of lessons. Definitely ooking forward to Day 2.
Well, thank you so much for coming! The conference wouldn’t have been possible without your support.
What wonderful news for you and hubby!
I forbid you to apologise again Mrs, you just take care of yourself and baby
Congratulations, Jennine! I’m sitting here at IFBcon as I type, and I have to tell you that you look beautiful! Thanks for putting together such a fantastic event.
Congratulations! That’s such exciting news! You look fantastic.
Kate xo petite-adventures.blogspot.ca
Congratulations Jennine! Isn’t Maison Scotch just fabulous? Industrie Denim here in SF carries the line. Again, congratulations! I’m so excited for you!
What an amazing scarf. I have been looking for one that is that chunky for quite a while. It looks great on you! And congrats on your baby!!
xx Kait
Congratulations Jennine!! You look amazing and you’re going to be such a great mom. I’m due in June, we will have to arrange a play date lol
Congratulations!
Hi, I just discovered your blog through the 30 over 30 blog post on heartifb.com and I really enjoy your posts and writing style. Congratulations on your pregnancy! You look lovely in your pictures. Glad I’ve found your blog, your style is great. I’ve just launched my own line of handmade dresses, only 3 at the moment but working on some more. Feel free to drop by and have a look. Angel xx