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Sneaker Fatigue & The Samba Mary Jane: Why I’m Waiting for Preloved

August 17, 2025

If you’re even mildly interested in fashion or sneakers, chances are you’ve seen the new Adidas Samba Mary Jane making waves. It’s a sleek reinterpretation of the classic Samba, feminine and sporty. Think classic three-stripes, gum sole, but with a Mary Jane-style velcro strap that gives it a fresh look. It’s a great shoe. But […]

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Jo Leggiero

Hi, I’m Jo Leggiero, founder of Mother Dragon.

I'm an Australian/Italian and I've been calling Dublin home for the past fifteen years. I love fashion and the power it has to make you feel incredible. Give me lipstick, coffee, good food, time with my two little fire crackers, Lucille and Remy and time with my family and friends and you have me sorted. It has been such an incredible journey, like pregnancy, seeing Mother Dragon being born and I'm so glad you have come to visit.

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I'm so thrilled to be joining @relayevents for their next Dublin event.

Saturday 18th October
10am - 2pm
46 Bloomfield Avenue, Portobello, Dublin.

I'll have lots of amazing preloved maternity and breastfeeding pieces, as well as some preloved clothes from my personal wardrobe! 

Come along for a great day of preloved shopping and sweet treats from @mysweetcoco.ie which I'm very much looking forward to! 😆

Tickets via eventbrite and free! 

#motherdragonireland #maternityfashion #pregnancyoutfits #savethedate #relayevent #whatsonindublin #shopsustainable #ilovepreloved
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I'm so thrilled to be joining @relayevents for their next Dublin event. Saturday 18th October 10am - 2pm 46 Bloomfield Avenue, Portobello, Dublin. I'll have lots of amazing preloved maternity and breastfeeding pieces, as well as some preloved clothes from my personal wardrobe! Come along for a great day of preloved shopping and sweet treats from @mysweetcoco.ie which I'm very much looking forward to! 😆 Tickets via eventbrite and free! #motherdragonireland #maternityfashion #pregnancyoutfits #savethedate #relayevent #whatsonindublin #shopsustainable #ilovepreloved
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I'm incredibly proud to share that Mother Dragon has won the @mumsandtots Best Sustainable Service/Product award for 2025 🎉

A huge thank you to everyone who voted and continues to support Mother Dragon. I love seeing sustainable shopping becoming the norm but more importantly, it is about women feeling good in their bodies and clothes, regardless of what stage of life we are in. And to do it all sustainably has always been the heart of Mother Dragon. 

Here's to celebrating motherhood with style and intention! 

Jo

#motherdragronireland #winner #mumsandtotsawards #bestsustainableservice #supportirishbusiness #shopsustainable #ilovepreloved #irishmammies #motherhood
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I'm incredibly proud to share that Mother Dragon has won the @mumsandtots Best Sustainable Service/Product award for 2025 🎉 A huge thank you to everyone who voted and continues to support Mother Dragon. I love seeing sustainable shopping becoming the norm but more importantly, it is about women feeling good in their bodies and clothes, regardless of what stage of life we are in. And to do it all sustainably has always been the heart of Mother Dragon. Here's to celebrating motherhood with style and intention! Jo #motherdragronireland #winner #mumsandtotsawards #bestsustainableservice #supportirishbusiness #shopsustainable #ilovepreloved #irishmammies #motherhood
4 days ago
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I hate exercise.

In my latest blog post, I'm writing about exercise and jealousy. 
I know Mother Dragon Members and Whatsapp peeps have been a part of this conversation already but I've decided to share this piece with the entire Mother Dragon community. 
I'd love to hear your thoughts.
Jo xo

#motherdragronireland #newblog #ihateexercise #motherhood #socialmedia #jealousy #honestconfession
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I hate exercise. In my latest blog post, I'm writing about exercise and jealousy. I know Mother Dragon Members and Whatsapp peeps have been a part of this conversation already but I've decided to share this piece with the entire Mother Dragon community. I'd love to hear your thoughts. Jo xo #motherdragronireland #newblog #ihateexercise #motherhood #socialmedia #jealousy #honestconfession
2 weeks ago
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Just dropped! 🐆
Say hello (again) to a fan favorite! This Seraphine dress is the only new piece dropping this week and she’s worth it.

Reimagined over the years in countless prints and shades (including maternity + nursing-friendly versions), it’s no surprise this one keeps coming back. Comfortable, stylish and one of Mother Dragon's best sellers.

#motherdragronireland #shopsustainable
#choosepreloved #seraphinematernity
#pregnantfashion #animalprint #maternitydress
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Just dropped! 🐆 Say hello (again) to a fan favorite! This Seraphine dress is the only new piece dropping this week and she’s worth it. Reimagined over the years in countless prints and shades (including maternity + nursing-friendly versions), it’s no surprise this one keeps coming back. Comfortable, stylish and one of Mother Dragon's best sellers. #motherdragronireland #shopsustainable #choosepreloved #seraphinematernity #pregnantfashion #animalprint #maternitydress
2 weeks ago
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I'm taking a tiny little break away from the studio. The shop is open (always!) so happy sustainable shopping. Orders will be posted Tuesday 16th September. 
Catch you on the flip side 🤪

#motherdragronireland #sustainablemum #choosepreloved #pregnantfashion #maternityoutfits #irishmammies #supportirishbusiness
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I'm taking a tiny little break away from the studio. The shop is open (always!) so happy sustainable shopping. Orders will be posted Tuesday 16th September. Catch you on the flip side 🤪 #motherdragronireland #sustainablemum #choosepreloved #pregnantfashion #maternityoutfits #irishmammies #supportirishbusiness
3 weeks ago
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Check out this beautiful soft and stretchy Isobella Oliver Poppy Top just added to the shop. 
Isabella Oliver can be €€€ so I'm always glad to have preloved pieces available to you. 
Available to shop now 🤰🏻♻️🤱🏼

#motherdragronireland #shopsustainable #maternityclothes #pregnancy #choosepreloved #stylishmamas #isabellaoliver #irishmammies
Check out this beautiful soft and stretchy Isobella Oliver Poppy Top just added to the shop. 
Isabella Oliver can be €€€ so I'm always glad to have preloved pieces available to you. 
Available to shop now 🤰🏻♻️🤱🏼

#motherdragronireland #shopsustainable #maternityclothes #pregnancy #choosepreloved #stylishmamas #isabellaoliver #irishmammies
Check out this beautiful soft and stretchy Isobella Oliver Poppy Top just added to the shop. 
Isabella Oliver can be €€€ so I'm always glad to have preloved pieces available to you. 
Available to shop now 🤰🏻♻️🤱🏼

#motherdragronireland #shopsustainable #maternityclothes #pregnancy #choosepreloved #stylishmamas #isabellaoliver #irishmammies
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Check out this beautiful soft and stretchy Isobella Oliver Poppy Top just added to the shop. Isabella Oliver can be €€€ so I'm always glad to have preloved pieces available to you. Available to shop now 🤰🏻♻️🤱🏼 #motherdragronireland #shopsustainable #maternityclothes #pregnancy #choosepreloved #stylishmamas #isabellaoliver #irishmammies
3 weeks ago
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That’s a wrap on the @motherdragon.ie x @lovelythingsbylaura 
pop-up 🎉

A huge thank you to Laura for sharing her beautiful space and to everyone who came to visit. I’m especially grateful to the online customers I finally got to meet in person and to the new faces who took the time to discover all the lovely things Laura has to offer.

From quality preloved pieces to conscious, sustainable shopping, this pop-up was a celebration of thoughtful choices and the power of local Irish businesses.

Thank you for supporting small, for choosing better, and for being part of something meaningful.

#motherdragronireland #lovelythingsbylaura #popupwrap #sustainablestyle #choosepreloved #irishbusiness #shoplocal #circularfashion
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That’s a wrap on the @motherdragon.ie x @lovelythingsbylaura pop-up 🎉 A huge thank you to Laura for sharing her beautiful space and to everyone who came to visit. I’m especially grateful to the online customers I finally got to meet in person and to the new faces who took the time to discover all the lovely things Laura has to offer. From quality preloved pieces to conscious, sustainable shopping, this pop-up was a celebration of thoughtful choices and the power of local Irish businesses. Thank you for supporting small, for choosing better, and for being part of something meaningful. #motherdragronireland #lovelythingsbylaura #popupwrap #sustainablestyle #choosepreloved #irishbusiness #shoplocal #circularfashion
4 weeks ago
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New stock is coming your way this weekend including these fabulous slim leg jeans from @hm.

Members don't forget to log in so your discounts are applied automatically. And if you want a discount (who wouldn't!), add a membership to your basket for instant savings! 

Happy sustainable shopping ♻️🤰🏻🤱🏼

#motherdragronireland #sustainableshopping #pregnancy #maternityclothes #maternityjeans  #hmmaternity #mumsofinstagram #shopandsave #choosepreloved
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New stock is coming your way this weekend including these fabulous slim leg jeans from @hm. Members don't forget to log in so your discounts are applied automatically. And if you want a discount (who wouldn't!), add a membership to your basket for instant savings! Happy sustainable shopping ♻️🤰🏻🤱🏼 #motherdragronireland #sustainableshopping #pregnancy #maternityclothes #maternityjeans #hmmaternity #mumsofinstagram #shopandsave #choosepreloved
4 weeks ago
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When jeans won't do. 
These Isabella Oliver stripe stretch style jeans are for those who want more than a pair of legging and something different to a traditional denim jean. 

These stylish trousers feature an under the bump waistband, cropped leg with a rolled hem, five pockets and a relaxed style leg.

Style with a white t-shirt and sandals for a nautical look or add a comfy knitted jumper and sneakers for a cosy finish. These striped stretch jean style jeans will give you endless options in your maternity wardrobe.

#motherdragonireland #choosepreloved #isabellaoliver #maternitywardrobe #pregancystyle #sustainableshopping
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When jeans won't do. These Isabella Oliver stripe stretch style jeans are for those who want more than a pair of legging and something different to a traditional denim jean. These stylish trousers feature an under the bump waistband, cropped leg with a rolled hem, five pockets and a relaxed style leg. Style with a white t-shirt and sandals for a nautical look or add a comfy knitted jumper and sneakers for a cosy finish. These striped stretch jean style jeans will give you endless options in your maternity wardrobe. #motherdragonireland #choosepreloved #isabellaoliver #maternitywardrobe #pregancystyle #sustainableshopping
1 month ago
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