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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
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
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
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
Fall arrivals

Fall arrivals

A pretty selection of women baby and kids clothing for this fall 2024. Selected with love and attention. We pay attention to clothing details, fabrics and quality. Dresses, sweaters, tops, jeans, etc... for everyone and all ages! Finally, presents, gifts with a unique touch.

We work with designers from all over and also like to support local designers. Finally french brands.

New arrivals each week, make sure to subscribe to our newsletter to be the first one to hear about new arrivals, private sales, events etc...

September 16, 2024 — Valerie Engel
Roses and Dreams X BCRF

Roses and Dreams X BCRF

🎀 Pink Wednesday's start this month.

February through April 2024 on Wednesday's, 15% of your entire purchase will be donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

A portion of our upcoming mommy and me event will be donated as well.

Finally, we have opened a fundraising page, any contribution is welcome.
(Linked on our social media, website front page)
https://give.bcrf.org/fundraiser/5193020
February 01, 2024 — Valerie Engel
♡Holiday Gift Guide 2023♡

♡Holiday Gift Guide 2023♡

Ohlala our long awaited Holiday Gift Guide for 2023 is finally here!  Scroll to browse the ultimate gifts of this year, including best sellers and new products to delight even the most selective giftees-- big and small!  From clothing to scents and much more in between, you're right where you need to be for a luxe holiday gifting experience!  
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Not sure you see what you envision?  Reach out to us for a personalized, custom gift!  We will do our absolute most to source the most elusive and unrivaled gift!
November 10, 2023 — Laura Arndt
♡ Ready, Set, DONATE

♡ Ready, Set, DONATE

Join us for a good cause, donate the forgotten items of your closet to support Breast Cancer research, education and advocacy.
October 23, 2023 — Valerie Engel
The pink month 🎀

The pink month 🎀

October is breast Cancer awareness month: not just about wearing the pink ribbon and sharing it but about its about education, early detection and awareness. It's about fostering a culture of openness and dialogue that removes the fear associated with the words ''Breast Cancer''.

By sharing a little bit of my personal story I am hoping to empower individuals to take control over their health. 

October 04, 2023 — Valerie Engel
Best of 2023

Best of 2023

Best of 2023, Roses and Dreams has been selected six years in a row for the Best of Miami Beach Award for Women and Kids Clothing Store and now qualifies for the 2023 Miami Beach Hall of Fame.

 

https://miamibeach.honor-association.com/DefaultUb.aspx?

April 27, 2023 — Valerie Engel
Pretty fall baby and kids arrivals

Pretty fall baby and kids arrivals

A selection of pretty outfits for an easy transition to warm clothes. 
September 12, 2022 — Valerie Engel