designer clothing

We told you luxe is where it's at for tots! Gucci, Lanvin, Stella McCartney, Oscar de la Renta, and Fendi have all extended their design houses to include clothing lines with luxury pieces for pint-sized fashionistas, and it looks like mamas are lapping them up! According to NPD Group Inc. Consumer Tracking Service, Americans spent more than $32 billion on kids clothes last year — with $800 million of that spent on designer kids labels!

Over on Good Morning America this morning, Mary Pflum took an in-depth look at the world of designer kids clothes, interviewing a group of moms and tots about their thoughts on the popular trend. While the girls drooled over the haute couture looks, the moms expressed concern about the lessons the garments teach. One said it becomes hard to teach kids values like "beauty is not determined by a fancy label or a pricey garment," while another said the line between kids and parents becomes blurred when such pieces are so readily available. Do you agree?

Appearing on Nightline last night, the celebrity stylist and women's clothing designer announced that she is launching a high-end clothing line for kids, and given her own experience shopping for baby Skyler, she added, "Let me tell you, there’s going to be a lot of boys clothes in my line, I’m just saying!"

Keep reading to see what designer goodies lil Skyler has in his walk-in closet!

It's a wrap! Legendary designer Diane Von Furstenberg will soon be making up miniversions of her famed patterned garments for kids in a new collaboration with Gap Inc. The woman who "invented" the wrap dress is currently drafting up girls' designs for Gap Kids that are set to hit stores next Spring. Unlike other high-end designers that have recently announced lines for tots, the collection will be sold at Gap prices rather than luxury.

The '60s and '70s icon is known for designing pieces without the use of zippers or buttons, making them perfect for finicky kids who often shy away from the fasteners as well! We can't wait to get a sneak peek of her pint-sized, fun fabrics styles. Given Stella McCartney's successful work with the retail chain, we're sure they will be flying off the shelves!

It's in the bag! Lil ones dressed in BabyGap's cowl neck onesie ($12) will be the envy of the posh peeps on the playground. In line with this season's Parisian-chic trend, the San Francisco-based retailer is selling a top featuring a tasseled, quilted purse with a chain strap that bears a striking resemblance to a certain haute couture bag.

With many premier designers entering the children's apparel industry this year — Gucci, Stella McCartney, and Fendi to name a few — it's no surprise that the ultimate in French couture is now accessible to tots.

For eBay junkies like me, Fashion Vault — a new spot for amazing deals on high-end designer duds — is even more reason to splurge and save at the same time. As if I needed another reason to love eBay! Each sale has a limited time frame, generally 48 to 72 hours, so you must act quickly. The best part: free shipping. Begin your fashion vault journey by perusing DKNY's sale, which ends Dec. 3 at 8 a.m. PST. Then sign up for email updates so you don't miss a thing.

The words "rent the runway" are music to my ears. It's the ideal situation for a gal on a budget — falling in love with a catwalk look, borrowing it for a day, then returning it to its rightful owner. Now I can do that with Rent the Runway. Dying to begin? First sign up to be added to the wait list. Once you're in, peruse its A-list selection (Proenza Schouler, Matthew Williamson, Yigal Azrouel), get the dress in two different sizes, wear it, keep it for four or eight days, and send it back in a prepaid package without dry cleaning it. Trust me, there's some good stuff in there, and the prices don't sting ($50 to $200). Perfect for that holiday wedding or office party!

Get ready to spoil a lil one rotten with some affordable designer duds! Cynthia Rowley, the fashion darling known for her bright prints and bold colors, launched her first-ever baby products collection today at 155 Babies R Us locations across the country.

Hooray by Cynthia Rowley features lots of pink and blue apparel for children up to 4 years old, as well as bibs, blankets, diaper bags, and storage bins in classic and colorful combinations. The Fall selections include corduroy and chunky sweaters with plaids, stripes, and prints, and her signature polka-dot patterns. Like Rowley's home collections for Target, her baby items are priced for today's wallet-conscious mom, with clothing ranging from $8 to $30. The designer plans to expand into baby bedding, bath, and room decor next year. Check out the first pieces from the collection below.