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These dresses make me wish I was four or five years old again, when I could have gotten away with wearing them! Your little girl can be a cat, badger or owl and still be uber fashionable thanks to the contemporary Scandinavian style of these Wild Things Funky Dresses. These bold, unique designs have a [...]
‘The older I get, the more childish my drawings become,’ says illustrator and designer of Moon And Sparrow, Sandra Dumais. The quirky and super cool illustrations on these onesies are drawn and hand-printed in her home studio in Montreal. My inner hippie loves that they’re printed using non-toxic veggie-based inks, and they’re made of 100 [...]
These pieces remind me of countless hours spent in my mum’s wardrobe, trying on all her pretty clothes which had no chance of fitting me. Kids love dressing up and now they can in gorgeous clothes made from quality fabrics that actually fit! Based in the Netherlands, My Little Dress Up is on the rise [...]
Nostalgia abounds when I look at this lovely collection. Kate Lauren’s designs, named after her own children or her children’s friends, have captured the essence of childhood and all the charms and innocence of growing up. And we’re thrilled to find that her entire “Zachary Hunter” collection will be on display at the Baby & [...]
Only two months to go! The Baby & Toddler Show will run from March 30 to April 1 April (9.30am – 4.00pm) at the Melbourne Exhibition and Convention Centre. The Baby & Toddler Show is Melbourne’s premier baby and parenting event and an invaluable resource for expectant and first-time mums. This year the show will feature [...]
Check out these stylish nappy bags by Aussie company Dash Baby, offering on-the-go-mums a pretty neat alternative to typical black nappy bags. This new collection is made from a soft and easy-to-wipe fabric so you don’t have to worry about sticky fingers. It includes a change mat, large pram strap and a matching mini bag [...]
Say hello to the new face of luggage! When I think back to all those road trips and long flights my parents suffered through with my sister and I in tow (‘Are we there yet?’), I reckon a little bag buddy would have made my trip (and therefore my parents’ trips!) a lot more enjoyable. [...]
Once upon a time, there was a gorgeous little “bricks and mortar” store located in Bendigo, Victoria. Actually, it’s still there, but now you can call it a “clicks and mortar” store. Yes, Milt and Joe has a real knack for discovering lovely things and has decided it is only fair to share their loot [...]
That’s right, you could receive a black Sweet Pea bag by Amy Michelle (amymichelle.com)! I love the slouchy, laidback but stylish design of this handy parenting bag. It features seven pockets for maximum organised-mum capabilities, two internal and two external bottle pockets, credit card slots, and an easy-to-find key ring and dummy holder (always a [...]
You may recognise our Coverstar cutie, Madison, from the summer issue, but we thought we’d show you some more of the gorgeous shots taken by Michelle Young from Lantern Studio in Sydney. Plus we had to give a shout out to Ruby & Sam for these tiny tootsie covers, which Madison seemed to be enthralled by and [...]
Aussie label Ouch’s babies’ collection is simple, sweet and perfect for mixing and matching. My favourite is the red-and-white striped onesie with oversized henley neckline – very hip! See more great pieces at ouchclothing.com.au. Words by Jessie Reid
Launched in August 2009, UK-based brand Pili Pala’s children’s clothes look great and are ethically produced. Most recently, they have been busy launching a range of beautiful baby booties and cherish-worthy children’s slippers. Made from hand-spun Merino wool and dyed using natural plant-based dye, the booties’ and slippers’ soles are created using recycled suede [...]
Here is an exciting sneak peek at the soon-to-be-released autumn/winter 2012 collection by Pale Cloud. Founded by Marion Reynold, who is originally from Norway but now lives in Sweden with her husband, Ian, and daughter, Freya, the range is simply beautiful! The new collection has a strong colonial feel with 19th Century Indian opulence at [...]
Check out these marvellous coin purses by Aussie brand Seventh Sphere. Aren’t they just gorgeous? When I was younger, I had an infinite love for purses… OK, I still do! Lucky for me there are people like the fabric-loving, bag-obsessed Belinda, who decided that instead of spending all of her money on handbags she would [...]
Throw one of these vintage-style dresses over your head and walk out the door looking fabulous! The maternity and breastfeeding dresses by Melke have no zips or buttons, just good old-fashioned elastic that comfortably adjusts to your body shape, ensuring the perfect fit. See the range at feedingfashion.com. Words by Livia Gamble
I recently found out that in July I am going to become an Aunty for the first time. Needless to say, I am very excited! But now, when I’m looking for new products to feature on the blog, all I’m thinking is that could be good for baby peanut, which is what I have named [...]
The French have done it again: made me jealous of kids’ clothing! This range from online store Enmarge is fresh, hip and stylish. The only thing wrong with it is it’s not available in adults’ sizes. See enmarge.fr for more. Words by Jessie Reid
These leather baby shoes by Malaysia-based brand Bloesem are so sweet in their simplicity. And they are sure to keep toes cosy with their soft felt lining. You can find them at bloesemshop.bigcartel.com, where they ship all over the world so no-one misses out. Plus you can see more beautiful items at the shop and [...]
Andrew & Audrey is the American label behind this cool collection of kids clothes, which is inspired by some of the world’s most elite prep schools. Check out their new spring/summer collection. I wouldn’t mind some of these bright clothes to give my summer outfits a bit of oomph. See more at andrew-audrey-ny.com. Words by [...]
When you are inspired by mermaids, starfish and the ocean, you are bound to dream up designs with free-flowing movement like these. In 2009 the founder of New York fashion house Babylady, Kat West, started working by the mantra: live, breathe, create and bloom, and hasn’t she done just that! With over a decade of [...]
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