Best of 2011: What's Your Favorite New Stroller?
It's most mamas' favorite accessory: a chic, sleek stroller, and 2011 saw a crop of supercool new pushcarts entering the scene. We fell hard for the Read more
Bugaboo's "Donkey" Double Stroller Packs a Double Punch
How do you compliment a donkey? "Hey, nice a**!" When Bugaboo announced its first foray into the world of double strollers, the news was met with cheers and a collective sigh of relief from mamas who are already fans of the Dutch company’s popular pushchairs. But when they saw the side-by-side style, when so many other companies are shifting to a rumble seat style, many worried about the Read more
Ensuring a Safe Ride: How Bugaboo Strollers Are Tested
Parents aren't the only ones concerned with their child's stroller safety. Before the pushchairs ever hit store shelves they are put though rigorous tests. While in Amsterdam, (Bugaboo flew me there to test out the Donkey — review to come!), I learned that the company's strollers undergo more than 200 safety assessments to evaluate a pram's functionality, response to operating forces, and Read more
Bugaboo's Lead Designer Discusses What Men Want in a Stroller
When the Bugaboo made its US debut as the stroller of choice for Sex and the City's Miranda and Brady, it caused nothing short of a pushchair revolution. The pram, which was Max Barenbrug's final design school project, aimed to appeal to both moms and dads, with a modern unisex feel that caught on fast. Today, Bugaboo's design team is comprised of seven designers – six men and one woman. Read more
Bugaboo's Lead Designer Discusses Cultural Differences in Stroller Use
Ever wonder why strollers have certain features? A parasol here or a snack tray there? When designers set out to create a new pushchair, there are regional and cultural differences that come into play. Sometimes they aren't recognized until after the stroller hits the market, and that's where accessories come into play. During my trip to Amsterdam, (Bugaboo flew me there to test out the Donkey Read more
Bugaboo's Lead Designer Discusses How Fatherhood Has Influenced Stroller Design
Being a designer is one thing, but being a father is another. When Aernout Dijkstra-Hellinga, Bugaboo's lead designer, first joined the Dutch stroller company, he was creating pushchairs without the benefit of any first-hand father experience. Now, with two tots at home, his perspective, and the features he focuses on, has changed. During my trip to Amsterdam, (Bugaboo flew me there to test out Read more
Strollin': 8 Strollers to Keep an Eye Out For This Spring
Like fashionistas await Fashion Week each season, new mamas look forward to a new crop of strollers each year. The Bugaboo Donkey may be the most talked about new pushchair this year, but it isn't the only buzzworthy one to hit the streets. I've rounded up seven hot strollers worth keeping an eye out for this year – several of which are scheduled to make their way into stores over the next few Read more
Bugaboo Partners With Missoni For Haute Couture Stroller
Bring on the patterns! You'll never look at your plain old stroller the same way again now that Bugaboo has joined forces with Missoni. The Dutch stroller company (who recently stole the carriage spotlight with its introduction of the Donkey convertible stroller) and Italian fashion house are partnering on a special collection of brightly patterned fabrics. For the Cameleon, the design house has Read more
Sugar Shout Out: April Must Haves
Buzz can't wait to see Water For Elephants and Scream 4 Yum's craving cookie cutters, jelly beans, and panini presses Bella's going bonkers for eco nail polish and playful mascara Tres can't put down Tina Fey's Bossypants Lil's loving DwellStudio Kidz Placemats and the Bugaboo Donkey Fab's fawning over cool cat sunglasses and glam-punk earrings Casa's cooing over coffee table books and green Read more
A Whole Lotta Lil in This Week's Links
We got our hands on the Donkey, Bugaboo's new convertible stroller! Is it worth the hype? See what's on our radar this month! Wake up the breakfast crowd with these tot-friendly pancake designs! Creative ways to save baby's first lock of hair. Maternity styles worn by Hollywood's hottest moms-to-be. We spoke with the dads at Imagination Movers about their upcoming tour. Happy 107th Birthday Dr. Read more
