A Dress for Every Chapter: Son de Flor’s Journey into Motherhood with Sara
Some ideas start as whispers - a simple thought, a passing wish. Others take root, grow, and bloom into something truly beautiful.
Last year, we received a heartfelt message from Sara, a devoted mother, homemaker, and businesswoman from rural Canada. As a long-time lover of Son de Flor’s timeless linen pieces, she had one small but powerful idea:
"What if these dresses could have nursing zippers?"
It was a question that resonated deeply. So we listened. We dreamed together. We worked with Sara to design dresses that could gracefully adapt to the many roles a woman plays—through pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. When the time came, we sent her the dresses to test in real life.
Fast forward to today, and Sara is now a happy mother of three (with the newest little one making them a beautiful family of five!). And this is what she had to say about her experience:
Meet Sara: A Life in Motion, A Wardrobe That Moves With Her
*"Hi! My name is Sara, I’m a rural homesteading mother of three, and passionate homemaker and businesswoman. I live in Canada where the winters are long and cold, and summers are spent tending my vegetable garden, hanging laundry on the line, and chasing my kids around the farm in the hot sun.
I’ve discovered that wearing natural fibers like linen, particularly in Son de Flor’s flattering styles, serves me well year-round. Layered or left on their own, SDF pieces are my minimalist mom closet’s secret weapon! Easy to care for, easy to wear, dressed up for a party or worn plain-jane with my boots—these dresses are the foundation of my functional, farmcore-meets-traditional-cottagecore aesthetic."*
But like so many mothers, Sara faced a challenge:
"After struggling to find pretty dresses that I could wear through pregnancy and the year-long season of breastfeeding that followed, I had an idea… What if Son de Flor dresses had nursing zippers?
So we got to work. With every mother in mind, we designed new versions of our Classic Dress, Wrap Dress, and Smock Dress, featuring hidden nursing zippers—nearly invisible but incredibly practical. Now, these thoughtful adaptations are available to women around the world, no matter where their motherhood journey takes them."
Here’s what Sara had to say about them:
Classic Dress with Nursing Zippers: A Timeless Staple for Motherhood
*"This dress has become an absolute staple in my minimalist wardrobe! I love its versatility—I can wear it casually every day or dress it up for an occasion with heels and accessories.
The Classic Dress in my regular size actually fit almost until the end of my third pregnancy, as the waistline sat just above my baby bump, and the full skirt draped beautifully over it. Now that my baby is here, I reach for my Son de Flor dresses with built-in nursing zippers more than any other item in my closet.
The zippers are seamless—almost invisible unless you know they’re there! They make breastfeeding effortless. No struggle. No fuss. Just a discreet, easy zip on either side, allowing me to nurse or pump comfortably. The thoughtful design makes all the difference for a new mother balancing practicality with beauty."*
💡 Key Features for Moms:
✔ Invisible zippers for effortless nursing and pumping
✔ Timeless silhouette that works through pregnancy and postpartum
✔ Easy to dress up or down—from farm chores to special events
Wrap Dress: Effortless Elegance for Pregnancy & Beyond
*"The Wrap Dress is one of those timeless Son de Flor pieces that serves a woman through so many life adventures—including pregnancy and motherhood.
With its adjustable tie waist, this dress fit me through every stage of pregnancy, elegantly accentuating my growing bump. I felt put together and beautiful in it, from early pregnancy all the way up to the week I delivered.
The only caveat? The Wrap Dress isn’t the most discreet option for breastfeeding—but when you’re in a pinch, you can still make it work! Unlike so many other dresses that would be impossible to wear during this season of life, the Wrap Dress remains a staple. And when these early years of motherhood pass, I know I’ll still have this piece in my wardrobe for years to come."*
💡 Why It Works for Moms:
✔ Tie-waist design accommodates a growing bump
✔ Breathable linen keeps you comfortable throughout pregnancy
✔ A timeless piece that lasts long after the newborn stage
Smock Dress with Nursing Zippers: A True Game Changer
*"Nursing zippers in a dress like the Smock Dress? Absolute game-changer!
Before Son de Flor added these nearly invisible zippers, this dress would have been impossible to wear while breastfeeding. Now, I have a beautiful linen piece I can wear anytime—pregnant or not, breastfeeding or not. The zippers blend perfectly into the fabric, making them completely unnoticeable until I need them.
The spacious, billowy design made it a dream to wear through pregnancy—it accommodated my growing belly while keeping me comfortable. And now, in postpartum, it allows for easy adjustments to my ever-changing body.
Belted at the waist or left loose, the Smock Dress is as flattering as it is functional. It’s a must-have investment for any woman on the journey of motherhood."*
💡 Perfect for Mothers Because:
✔ Hidden zippers make breastfeeding effortless
✔ Roomy, billowy silhouette adapts to pregnancy and postpartum
✔ Versatile design looks beautiful at every stage of life
📢 Fun Fact:
"Even before I was using the dress’ zippers for breastfeeding, I had the hilarious realization that they also make reapplying deodorant so much easier!" 🙂
From Idea to Reality: A Dress for Every Mother
Sara’s journey is a reminder that fashion should serve women at every stage of life—not the other way around. Through her idea, collaboration, and real-life experience, Son de Flor has created a collection of dresses that honor the beauty and functionality mothers deserve.
Now, whether you’re a stay-at-home mom, a working mom, a city mom, or a farm mom—these designs ensure that elegance and practicality go hand in hand. With hidden nursing zippers, adjustable silhouettes, and timeless craftsmanship, they’ll carry you through pregnancy, postpartum, and all the years beyond.
With love,
The Son de Flor Team 💛
Ps. What’s your story?
Have you worn a Son de Flor piece through pregnancy or motherhood? We’d love to hear how our dresses have served you—share your experience in the comments or tag us on Instagram!
Explore our Maternity & Nursing Collection here.
