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Chic Mom Essentials: Liya Kebede

Chic Mom Essentials: Liya Kebede
By Essence · Updated October 28, 2020
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“Small Gold Plain Cross”

“A small gold plain cross was passed down from my grandma, to my mom, then to me, and now to my daughter. It is always nice to own something that connects you to the women who made it possible for you to exist,” Liya Kebede shares with ESSENCE.com.
 
Gold vermeil necklace, Satya, $58, endless.com.

Chic Mom Essentials: Liya Kebede
02
“Azzedine Alaia Lace-Up Heels”

“So chic. I wore a pair to the MET ball and loved them.”
 
Leather lace-up sandals, Alaia, $1,565, net-a-porter.com.

Chic Mom Essentials: Liya Kebede
03
“Lemlem Elsa Smocked Shirt”

“This piece is exclusively sold by J.Crew and the gauzy cotton, boatneck, and classic Breton stripe make it a perfect summertime staple.”
 
“Elsa” smocked shirt, Lemlem, $188, jcrew.com.

Chic Mom Essentials: Liya Kebede
04
“My Husband’s Old Levis”

“The ultimate in comfort and I love a little menswear touch.”
 
501 boyfriend jeans, Levi’s, $78, levis.com.

Chic Mom Essentials: Liya Kebede
05
“The Row T-shirt”

“Very soft and versatile.”
 
“Sabeen” jersey T-shirt, The Row, $250, net-a-porter.

Chic Mom Essentials: Liya Kebede
06
“Lemlem Hilansha Scarf”

“One of my favorites from our current collection.”
 
“Hilansha” handwoven scarf, Lemlem, $125, lemlem.com.

Chic Mom Essentials: Liya Kebede
07
“Low-slung Proenza Schouler Skirt”

“I’m loving all of their patterns and fabrics and this feels a little tough and chic.”
 
Striped eel skirt, Proenza Schouler, $2,650, net-a-porter.com.

Chic Mom Essentials: Liya Kebede
08
“Proenza Schouler Purse”

“I love that they are roomy, a touch edgy, and get better with age.”
 
PS1 medium travel bag, Proenza Schouler, $1995, barneys.com.

Chic Mom Essentials: Liya Kebede
09
“8-hole Doc Marten Boots in Green”

“Eternally cool,” says Kebede.
 
1460 ankle boot, Dr. Marten, $120, zappos.com.

Chic Mom Essentials: Liya Kebede
10
“Alexander Wang Sweatshirt”

“Comfy and effortless.”
 
Cotton hooded sweatshirt, Alexander Wang, $170, net-a-porter.com.

Chic Mom Essentials: Liya Kebede