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♡How Not to Lose Yourself While Pregnant (and After) a French Perspective (part 2) ♡

♡How Not to Lose Yourself While Pregnant (and After) a French Perspective (part 2) ♡

 How Not to Lose Yourself While Pregnant (and After) — a French Perspective (part 2) 

Bonjour, mamas! 

Somewhere between the first ultrasound and the third midnight feeding, many women quietly look in the mirror and wonder, where did I go? It's one of the most honest, least talked-about parts of becoming a mother. And it deserves a gentle, loving answer.

Here in France, we grow up with a particular idea: a woman does not stop being a woman when she becomes a mother. She is also a mother. The "also" matters. Caring for your baby and caring for yourself are not in competition — one actually makes you better at the other. 

So here are a few French-inspired ways to stay yourself through it all.

July 14, 2026 — Valerie Engel
How to Dress (and Feel Beautiful) While Pregnant — the French way ♡ (part 1)

How to Dress (and Feel Beautiful) While Pregnant — the French way ♡ (part 1)

Bonjour, mamans! 

Let's clear something up right away: being pregnant does not mean disappearing into a sea of shapeless "maternity" clothes. In France, we don't really do maternity clothes the way they're imagined elsewhere. A French woman expecting a baby dresses like… a French woman. She simply chooses pieces that move with her new shape, and she carries herself with the same ease she always has. Of course, you need to adapt to your seasons, job and comfort.

That's the whole secret, really. Elegance isn't about hiding the bump  it's about dressing the woman.

❤️Here's how we like to think about it at Roses and Dreams.

June 19, 2026 — Valerie Engel
Your vacation suitcase to the South of France

Your vacation suitcase to the South of France

YOUR VACATION SUITCASE TO THE SOUTH OF FRANCE A curated edit for dreamy days on the Côte d'Azur By Roses and Dreams.

 The lavender fields are calling. The azure waters of Saint-Tropez shimmer in your mind. You've booked the villa, you've mapped the markets — now comes the most delicious part: packing.

The South of France is not just a destination — it is a feeling. Sun-warmed skin, the scent of thyme and sea salt, a daughter twirling in a floral dress between lavender rows. Pack with intention, dress with joy, and let every outfit be a memory in itself.

April 03, 2026 — Valerie Engel
SPRING SUMMER 2026: THE TRENDS YOU NEED TO KNOW 

SPRING SUMMER 2026: THE TRENDS YOU NEED TO KNOW 

☀️ SPRING SUMMER 2026: THE TRENDS YOU NEED TO KNOW Your season-by-season style guide, curated for the modern woman and her little one By Roses & Dreams — Miami · March 2026


Spring is in the air — and with it comes a fresh wave of color, texture, and silhouettes that feel equal parts joyful and refined. At Roses & Dreams, we've been watching the runways, the streets of Paris and Milan, and the sun-drenched sidewalks right here in Miami to bring you the trends that truly matter this season. The ones worth investing in. The ones your daughter will want to match you on.

Here is your edit for Spring Summer 2026:

 

March 13, 2026 — Valerie Engel
The Insider's Guide to MIAMI'S BEST neighborhoods

The Insider's Guide to MIAMI'S BEST neighborhoods

One of the most requested by guide by our community, here is our updated version for this new year!

The Insider’s Guide to Miami’s Best Neighborhoods, from Miami Beach to South Miami.

February 02, 2026 — Valerie Engel
Buying Less, Buying Better: The Most Stylish Choice for 2026

Buying Less, Buying Better: The Most Stylish Choice for 2026

Buying Less, Buying Better: The Most Stylish Choice for 2026 ☀️ 

At Roses and Dreams, women and children’s boutique, we believe the most elegant wardrobes are not the fullest ones but the most thoughtful ones. The pieces you reach for again and again. The ones that age beautifully. The ones that feel just as right today as they will five years from now.

Because buying less—and buying better—never goes out of style.

 At Roses and Dreams, we select wisely the products we offer, we pay attention to each and every detail, we think a lot before buying (fabric, production, delivery, buttons, who will like it, for when, for where etc...). We do not intent to sell more but better.

Finally, we often test try designers before selling their pieces for adults or for kids.

Less is more with good quality 💜 

January 12, 2026 — Valerie Engel
Vintage denim why and how?

Vintage denim why and how?

❤️ Why Vintage Denim Feels So Special

Buying vintage denim isn’t just shopping—it’s treasure hunting. Every pair tells a story: a certain fade, a frayed hem, a perfectly worn-in pocket. Unlike mass-produced modern jeans, vintage pieces carry the marks of real life—laughs, long walks, maybe even a disco night or two.

October 06, 2025 — Valerie Engel
Eco-Friendly Fashion: Sustainable Choices for Families

Eco-Friendly Fashion: Sustainable Choices for Families

❤️ Bienvenue to our eco-friendly fashion journey! 

At our boutique, we believe that fashion should not only make you look good but also feel good—both ethically and environmentally. Sustainable fashion is all about making choices that are kind to our planet, and we’re here to help you embrace that lifestyle with style.

March 27, 2025 — Valerie Engel
Summer Trends

Summer Trends

🌸 A guide to this summer trends:

As we approach the Spring/Summer 2025 season, fashion trends are embracing a diverse palette that balances vibrant, bold hues with softer, organic tones. This season's colors draw inspiration from natural elements and aim to evoke a sense of optimism and renewal. Accessories, cuts and shapes are chunky yet feminine and comfortable.

February 21, 2025 — Valerie Engel
French Baking Class

French Baking Class

Join us on March 8th at 9:30AM for a French Baking Class with Chef Guillaume Munier.

Please be here by 9:15am, the class will start at 9:30AM 😃 

👩‍🍳 Where: Yann Couvreur Café, 2243 NW 2nd Ave, Miami 33127.

👩‍🍳 A 2 hour class in a professional kitchen with a pastry chef. Kids will enjoy a french breakfast at the start of the class.

February 04, 2025 — Valerie Engel
Business Hall Of Fame

Business Hall Of Fame

We are thrilled to extend our warmest congratulations to you on receiving the Best of Miami Beach Award for Women and Kids Clothing Boutique for the 7th consecutive year! This impressive achievement is a testament to your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence.

We are particularly impressed by your attention to detail, as reflected in your company's values and mission. Your dedication to providing exceptional customer service, including personal deliveries, custom gifts, and personal shopping, sets you apart from others.

December 08, 2024 — Valerie Engel
Holiday Mommy and Me ♥️

Holiday Mommy and Me ♥️

This season make Everyone happy with a mommy and me outfit, brother and sister matching sets or a family outfit.

November 21, 2024 — Valerie Engel