MOTHER'S DAY / SONIA BAVISTOCK

Whenever I’m buying a gift for someone, there’s always one word that dominates my thoughts…

Fabulous.

Besides being one of my favourite words in the English language, it’s also the word I live to hear when someone unwraps a gift I’ve chosen for them.

Even the person who would never normally utter the word can’t help but exclaim, “It’s fabulous!” when you give them something they really love.

So with Mother’s Day on the horizon, it’s time to turn my gift giving gaze towards the fabulous women in my life who are mums but most of all, my friends.

Women like my mother-in-law, Carolyn.

Little did I realise when I met my husband, I would also gain a great friend in the form of Carolyn.

Not only is she an incredibly kind, giving and thoughtful person, she’s also a lot of fun to spend time with. We can chat for hours over a cup of tea (or glass of bubbles) and we both share a love of the fabulous things in life.

Things like fashion, naturally!

Carolyn is a Katies fan just like me, so you can guarantee that’s exactly where I’ll be heading this year to buy her gift.

I’m thinking a gift card could be just the ticket, so that we can have a lovely girls’ day out with some shopping at Katies together, followed by lunch and a cheeky glass of something sparkling.

What I’ll be wearing this Mother’s Day

For me, when it comes to Mother’s Day, I like to wear an outfit that’s comfortable and fairly casual, yet still stylish and on-trend. And Katies fits the bill.

At this time of year, the weather in my hometown of Adelaide can be quite unpredictable, so this is when I call upon the magic of layering.

I start with a never-fail base of jeans that are fitted and flattering, but with just the right amount of stretch to enjoy lunch. Add to that a gorgeous lightweight grey knit top with white and grey chiffon detail along the hem, for a feminine touch. Next up, a little bit of bling in the form of a statement necklace. And finally, the finishing touches of a luxuriously soft check scarf, felt fedora hat and boho crossbody bag with tassel detail.

Et voila, I’m ready for a fabulous Mother’s Day lunch!

Mother's Day Outfit Inspiration 

Shop Sonia's Look

Chiffon Hem | Sweater Check Scarf | | Fedora Hat | Super Shaper Jean | Statement Necklace | Crossbody bag

Mother's Day | Victoria Interview

Katies Head of Design | Mum of two: Jake, 7 & Ava, 9

What has given you the most joy as a mother?
Watching 2 very different individuals develop their
personalities and grow. One is an easy going creative, the
other a highly sensitive cheeky comic.


Best approach to style vs motherhood? 
Biggest discovery is that you have to have a hand bag
that can go across body so you can be hands free to deal
with anything 2 toddlers do.


What was the most surprising thing about becoming a mum? 
You have no idea about the concept of “lack of sleep”
until you have kids.


Best lesson your mum gave you? 
Stay calm and be patient, kids can be a absolute joy,
but also incredibly challenging.


Best advice for maintaining a work/motherhood balance? 
I make sure I’m there for important school events, it really
means a lot to my kids. At the weekend I make sure I do
one-on-one activites with them. I still have an annual
weekend away with my friends, usually to the Hunter Valley
and odd Saturday night out with my husband. Exercise is
hard to fit in too. Basically it’s hard to balance but you
have to do what feels right for you and your family.


What does Mother’s Day mean to you? 
A day to enjoy my kids. Mother’s day is on a different day in
England so anything special for my mum is done that day.


What’s your ideal way to spend Mother’s Day?
Relaxing with my family and hanging out at home. When you
work full time it’s actually really nice to just be at home.


Chicest mum you know? 
My friend Sam, she’s a designer and Mum of 3. She’s
rocking  all the latest trends in a really chic boho style.


What’s the most amazing thing about being a mum?
Seeing your kids sleeping, they look so beautiful and
peaceful  and you realise how lucky they are that they
have security and love, while there are many poor kids
in the world that are not as fortunate. I remind my kids of this.

Mother's Day | Sonia Interview

Katies Brand Director | Mother of 2, Lewis 14 & Zoey, 11

What has given you the most joy as a mother?
Seeing my kids reach the many milestones that happen as they
grow, saying their first word, making a new best friend
or getting an A on a school project.


Best approach to style vs motherhood? 
Same advice whether you’re a mother or not, make sure you
feel good in whatever you wear and always wear it with
confidence. Don’t follow every trend.


What was the most surprising thing about becoming a mum? 
The complete unconditional love you have for your kids and
they have for you. Also, that they are great to hang out with.


Best lesson your mum gave you? 
“Don’t waste your worry - don’t worry about things that
might happen, focus on the present.”


Best advice for maintaining a work/motherhood balance? 
Understand what your non-negotiables are and stick to them.
Trust what your instinct is telling you.


What does Mother’s Day mean to you? 
A day to celebrate my mum and reflect on how lucky I am to
have my family.


What’s your ideal way to spend Mother’s Day?
Breakfast in bed whilst slowly reading the paper, then a lunch
with my family, finished off with watching a movie at home
with my two beautiful kids with popcorn!


Chicest mum you know? 
My best friend Mel, she always looks amazing.


What’s the most amazing thing about being a mum?
That there are 2 people on this earth that came from you
and the way they look up to you is incredible.

Mother's Day | Carla Interview

What has given you the most joy as a mother?
Unconditional love.


Best approach to style vs motherhood? 
I always go for something that is comfortable and on trend.
This season I am all about skinny jeans, a crisp white shirt
and blazer teamed with leather sneakers or boots.


 What was the most surprising thing about becoming a mum? 
How protective you become over your little ones
- it’s all about putting them first.


Best lesson your mum gave you? 
Always look on the bright side of life and don't
sweat the small stuff.


Best advice for maintaining a work/motherhood balance? 
Get a rich husband haha kidding!
Be organised and don't be afraid to ask for help.


What does Mother’s Day mean to you? 
 Love.


What’s your ideal way to spend Mother’s Day?
Something simple like a picnic with great food and company.


Chicest mum you know? 
Angelina Jolie - she is the full package, classic and
glamorous and always putting her children first.


What’s the most amazing thing about being a mum?
The love I get in return.

Mother's Day | Paula Joye Interview

What has given you the most joy as a mother?
All of it. What did I do with my time before they came along?
Being a Mum is a great privilege.


Best approach to style vs motherhood? 
One shouldn't cancel out the other. Obviously when they are
babies you need clothes that are more practical for breast
feeding, playing on the floor, vomit! But really being a
mother shouldn't compromise what you wear


What was the most surprising thing about becoming a mum? 
The fatigue. Who knew you could be so tired?!


Best lesson your mum gave you? 
Children teach you to be selfless and it's a gift that keeps on giving.


Best advice for maintaining a work/motherhood balance? 
There is no such thing. Some days work and some days don't.
I find that just as I manage to get all my plates spinning at
the same time - one crashes.


What does Mother’s Day mean to you? 
Cake.


What’s your ideal way to spend Mother’s Day?
With my Mum.


Chicest mum you know? 
My grandmother Anne and one of my best girlfriends Penny McCarthy who is Fashion Director of Good Weekend and
Sunday Life.


What’s the most amazing thing about being a mum?
The lessons and the love.

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