Emily Hertz X Mums in Style

Balance: 

C: How do you strike the balance between work and motherhood? 

E: One of my mentors once told me that glory of life is in the imperfection. I’m working to embrace the fact that there is never truly a balance – I’m just doing my best as we all are! I have tried to start working as soon as the kids are dropped off at school and being as productive as possible. I run carpool, so I also work when I’m in line and waiting for the kids during their activities. Some days I get more done than others! 

C: Favourite way to unwind? 

E: A day at the spa never hurts! Because I can’t get there often, I like to lie on a heating pad at night - it’s oddly relaxing. 

C: What’s the one thing about motherhood that no one ever told you? 

E: The various stages are so fleeting and you’ll hardly remember them once they’re gone. 

C: What does your perfect evening look like?

E: Getting the kids all dressed up, then going to dinner at Le Bilboquet with my family.

Family time:

C: Favourite family activity?

E: Dance parties, particularly on New Year’s Eve. It has become our tradition! 

C: Favourite bedtime story? 

E: All three children love to read Madeline. Her line to the tiger at the zoo is a favorite of the boys in particular. 

C: Favourite Spring activities in Atlanta?

E: We adore touring Swan House - it’s Atlanta’s most beautiful historic home and is a lovely museum with lots of activities for the children as well. 

Style:

C: Do you think your style has changed since having children? 

E: My style has evolved in that I’m more confident in my choices, but I always come back to the same three words: sophisticated, feminine and ethereal. At various moments of motherhood, differing words have taken priority. For example when I was pregnant, my style was much more ethereal and flowy. It’s now back to more sophisticated and structured - but elements of all three cascade no matter the season.

C: What is your approach to transitional seasonal dressing? Both your own wardrobe and the children’s.

E: I am big into layering jackets for the boys - I especially love sweaters and cardigans so no matter if they take off an outer piece, they still look pulled together and sophisticated. It’s also a good place to invest because it makes everyone look finished. I follow the same strategy for myself and I am very into jackets and coats.

C: What are staples for your children’s new season wardrobes?

E: As Elle gets older she gravitates towards separates unless it’s a special occasion, and she will humour me and wear a dress. I love knee high socks, shorts and fancy tops on the boys so I will be stocking up. 

Gifting:

C: Go-to gift ideas for a new arrival? 

E: My babies live in your knitwear - it’s absolutely the most perfect gift. My only wish is the knitwear extended to children’s sizes as I would still have my boys living in those sweet sets. 

C: Three essentials you always have in your handbag?

E: Hand sanitizer, hair clip and lately, invisible ink pens with UV light which the children adore in a pinch 

C: What’s on your La Coqueta Wish List from the Spring/Summer collection?

E: One of everything, please!