A moment with Emma Jarman of Commas

A Moment with

Emma Jarman

Commas is not just a resort wear brand. It is so much more than that. It is the essence of beach-adjacent city living, built on a foundation of hardworking, well made separates that can serve you well beyond the promenade. This is why the label has been quietly but wholly co-opted by a female fashion cohort. Who cares if it’s sized for men. It’s no secret we interchange our wardrobes with our partners well beyond the months of pregnancy. Whose white shirt am I wearing anyway? And at the very pinnacle of this unofficial members club sits Emma Jarman. Officially, she is the Communications Director of Commas. Unofficially, she is a muse to many (us included). Refined, unfussed, and cool. Pregnancy and motherhood barely made a ripple in her aesthetic.

We hand-delivered Emma some of her favourite Philé pieces, and she answered our questions in return. Read on for the details…

COULD YOU START BY INTRODUCING YOURSELF -

My name is Emma Jarman. My little family of three include Richard my husband and George my 9-month-old baby boy. My husband and I have a fashion label together called COMMAS.

COULD YOU DESCRIBE GEORGE A LITTLE?

He is an audacious boy who loves to joke, and I am a fun mum who does whatever it takes for a laugh. He has just realised how lucky he is to live by the ocean and have such fun parents!

WHAT KIND OF PARENTING STYLE TO DO SUBSCRIBE TO?

So far, my observation of my parenting style is nurturing yet adventurous. It’s okay for him to eat sand and have a face full of dirt, I don’t overreact to his bold moves and am usually calm and cool. I love smothering him, but only with kisses, I want to allow him to explore his world.

How do you juggle motherhood with your career?

Returning to work was like the old me, met the new me, to make an even newer, better me! I have a lot of respect for this new woman and the way she navigates her world. Becoming a parent has made me calmer, think bigger, become more compassionate, and feel more inspired. There’s not much I don’t love about being a working mum, except perhaps operating on WAY less than ideal amount of sleep.