Kid Trends

Every mom wants the best for her kids, whether that means having the most innovative toys, the most creative party ideas, the healthiest bites, or the most fun playroom and bedroom decor. Try as we might to appease our little ones, there are always some things that just resonate with kids as being the coolest of the cool. And when a trend or concept is fun for kids and parent-friendly? That's just the best of both worlds. Here are our 11 favorite tot trends of the year, beloved by kids and their mamas alike.

Polka-dots manage to be both classic and modern — retro, but also right on trend. We're loving the look for Summer, so we've rounded up some of the best polka-dotted beachwear for both you and your little girl. Hoping for some timeless, stylish beach options? From swimsuits to sun hats, here are 14 polka-dotted picks to bring to the beach.

Fans of Rebecca Taylor's gorgeous line of feminine, fashion-forward pieces for women will adore the designer's new capsule collection for little girls. Ranging in price from $95 to $125, the styles exemplify Rebecca's signature look and are absolutely adorable in their scaled-down sizes. Check out what Rebecca shared with us about her inspiration to design for children, and then click through and tell us: which piece is your favorite?

LilSugar: What made you decide to do a kids' collection?
Rebecca Taylor: It was pretty organic. . . . I have three children, so I shop for them. I also thought that our prints would translate easily into pieces for little girls.

LS: What's the vision or inspiration for the look of the collection?
RT: Easy, soft silhouettes with the laid-back vibe of Summer days.

LS: Any styling tips for moms of little girls?
RT: Just keep it simple. . . . A cute pattern on a dress or a top is enough. Little girls are adorable already and don't need too many pieces or accessories!

LS: As a mom, what do you look for in kids' clothes from other designers, and what were some of your goals in designing your own collection?
RT: I like my children to be dressed like children. . . . I don't pick out anything that's too edgy or fashion-forward. So that was definitely a goal of mine in designing. I think our dresses have great silhouettes that don't look too adult.

LS: You know you're a mother when ______.
RT: Making weekday plans past 9 p.m. seems way too late!

LS: Why didn't anybody tell me ______ about motherhood?
RT: How much planning and scheduling is involved in a typical day when you're a working mom.

LS: What's the best trick your mama taught you?
RT: Don't take any nonsense!

LS: Helicopter mom or free-range kids?
RT: Somewhere in the middle.

Sequins are definitely in the spotlight this season, and right now retailers have plenty of sparkly options for younger glamour girls, too. Here are some of our favorite glittery picks for girls, from flashy footwear to shimmery scarves.

Kids are a fickle bunch, but they know what they like and they urge their parents to buy a lot of it! We thumbed through the biggest trends to hit the tot world this year and are pretty impressed with the consistency with previous years. There's a bracelet, a shoe, and some technology in the mix — just as we've seen in years past. The names may have changed, but kids still seem to like the same basic things! Click through to view the trends and tell us your favorite of the year!