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Casual Outfit Ideas for Moms on the Go: Day at the Zoo


Fashion isn't a priority at the zoo (although you must admit the leopard has an incredibly stylish coat), but feeling comfortable and confident is always a good thing. Here are some simple pieces which can help you achieve precisely that: Start with your favorite straight legs jeans in a dark wash. Add a striped cotton tee in dark colors with a high neckline. Things get messy at the zoo, and you'll be bending over a lot to pick up teensy tots so they can see the giraffes. Then add your one investment: Quality shoes, in this case, a brilliant red pair of stylish yet sensible mocs by MICHAEL Michael Kors. At $98, they're not cheap but you'll be on your feet a lot and these will match any neutral outfit so the cost per wear will make it all worthwhile. My favorite part of this look has to be the colorful and durable madras tote from L.L. Bean that will easily fit your Siggs, sesame sticks and other essentials—and it's just $19. Finishing touches include yellow sunglasses and a cute belt, both from Old Navy.

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The Look for Less: Steve Madden Double Buckle Wedge Sandals


Steve Madden Double Buckle Pettall Wedge Sandals

Considering their lengthy track record of copying other designers' styles down to the last stitch, it's hard to imagine these Pettall wedges from Steve Madden are uniquely theirs, but they are cute nonetheless! Splurge on this double-buckle wedge sandal at Shoes.com for $101 with free shipping.



G by Guess at ShopStyle


Want to save on this style? Of course you do! G by Guess carries practically the exact same shoe, but it's sold out in black. Scoop up their "Alessia" sandal in deep red for just $44 on sale at Guess.com.



Apt. 9 at ShopStyle


As luck would have it, you can save even more on this style! Try these oh-so-similar wedge sandals by Apt. 9 which are now on sale for $29.99 at Kohls.com.



Wet Seal at ShopStyle


Ok, ok. Want them even cheaper? Wet Seal has a version of this shoe, too, and there's is just $24.99. Phew!