Kid Trends

For generations, the youngest members of a family were booted from the dinner table when there was a shortage of space at holiday gatherings. The kids would end up eating in a makeshift space — sitting in kitchen drawers, at a card table, out on the porch or on stairs — (even after they came of age) waiting for a family member to move, divorce, or die so the "child" could secure a sacred seat. But during those meals eaten everywhere from the living room floor to the basement, children bonded with the cousins and friends who ended up in the same situation. Over time, perhaps getting to the adult table didn't matter anymore. In today's age of kid-centric parenting, design-conscious moms are encouraging those same familial relationships by creating space and festive tablescapes that cater to their tots — areas even the adults envy! The bonus is that the youngsters stay occupied (and in their seats to eat) so the adults can relax a bit and enjoy uninterrupted conversation. A little extra effort — like wrapping a table in butcher paper so the little darlings can doodle or putting a serve yourself soda bar in the center of the table — goes a long way to create vivid childhood memories.

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Skinny jeans may slim a mom's figure, but they aren't the most practical trend for tots. Before squeezing your mini me into a pair of tight dungarees, consider these adorable alternatives. From loose harem pants to jeggings and skeggings, we've got active tykes comfortably covered.

Clockwise from top left: BabyGap Silky Harem Pants ($13), 77Kids Skinny Cargo Pant ($30), Pop on Pop Skegging ($21), Chopstix Crown Bling Pants ($37), Miss Sixty Mini Balloon Jeans ($98).

Infant Girls' Tops & Tees by Gymboree
Girls' Tees by Gymboree

All that glitters isn't gold! Kids love the sparkle and shine that come with flashy jewelry, but 53 percent of LilSugar readers don't allow their lil ones to wear baubles. Necklaces have long been a playground "don't" due to the choking hazard the long strands pose, but a new trend is giving girls the stylish layered look their moms are sporting. Necklace tees – shirts with jewelry graphics either screened or embroidered onto the garment – are popping up everywhere from Target to Tory Burch. Is your tyke in on the trend?

Hollywood's littlest girls are pretty in pink! Suri Cruise and Violet Affleck were spotted in rose-colored dresses while they spent time with their on-location mamas. Tom and Katie's 4 year old sported a casual knit number with some detailing around the waist in Toronto, while Jen and Ben's 4 year old wore a Crewcuts terry drawstring dress (on sale for $25) in New York City. The girls' looks can easily be replicated or warmed up a bit with long-sleeve versions.

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Want your lil one to stand out in a sea of name tag affixed tees? Head overseas to PopKid where a selection of fun and colorful designs ($27 per tee) awaits! Founded by a British couple in search of cute shirts following the birth of their twin sons, the site's bold styles subtly work lil tykes' names into their graphics, rather than putting them front and center like many other brands. From Coco Chanel and David Bowie-influenced designs to more conventional apples and monsters, the creative garments make great gifts for babies and toddlers. PopKids ships internationally so wee ones the world over can have their names known.

Love on the rocks may be the lyrics, but milk on the rocks is more like it! Using Japanese influence and alternative fashion style, Paris-based Milk on the Rocks NYC creates cool tees for tots. Their retro-inspired, unisex designs often feature tattoo-inspired graphics and contrasting appliques that still look appropriate on their youngest customers. Available at the company's left-bank Parisian store (along with a great selection of Japanese toys) as well as select US boutiques, the entire clothing collection is currently on sale!

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