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Simple or Swank: Ballet Slippers For Brand New Feet

LilSugar — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 05:00:00 -0700

Though newborns don't need shoes to keep their feet safe, many new mamas can't resist an adorable pair to top off an outfit and keep babe's tootsies warm. The beauty of booties is they are all about fashion so function isn't an issue. Simple: Designer's Touch has crafted an all leather Infant Ballet Slipper ($28) with shiny ribbon running through its top to form a large bow. The flexible shoe radiates style while allowing the toes to bend and stretch.
Swank: Baby fashionistas can get a head start on their designer footwear with Chloe's Leather Ballerina ($113). Just like its simple cousin, the all leather shoe gathers at the sole and has a ribbon through its top, but its designer label adds an additional $85 to the price.

Which do you prefer?

Designer Diaper Bags

babysugar — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 06:00:30 -0700

Being a mom doesn't mean you have to give up your labels. Design houses like Louis Vuitton, Prada and Gucci aim to shift the expectations of what a diaper bag should look like with special mommy-friendly bags sporting their signature style. Of course, it will cost you.

The Louis Vuitton monogram Mini Lin Diaper Bag, $2,120, is one of the most pricey baby bags on the market. It comes with a separate diaper mat, but is essentially just a large Louis with a few extra compartments. Would you be willing to pay the price for designer mommy style?

Louis Vuitton Monogram Mini Lin ($2,120)	Prada Nylon Diaper Bag ($1,110)
Gucci Diaper Bag ($910)	Chole Chloe Diaper Bag $800

Supersize This: Chloe Dress

babysugar — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 10:00:56 -0700

How did little girls' clothes get so grown-up all the sudden? Perhaps, it's because high-end designers like Phillip Lim and Marc Jacobs have created cream-of-the-crop children's lines suitable for the sophisticated small set.

I know my niece would look darling in this droolicious Chloe dress made for school girls. I also know that the bright white hue wouldn't last long! I can hardly stomach spending $188 on a dress for myself much less my six–year–old niece. But if you've got the money honey, Chloe's got the fine garments. Now if only it came in my size.

Chloe Poplin Dress - $180.00	Chloe Boutis Dress - $156.00
Chloe Jersey A-Line Dress - $130.00	Chloe Embellished Tank, Size 5 - $84.00
Chloe Bow Shorts, Size 14 - $148.00	Chloe Ruffled Dress, Size 14 - $204.00

Supersize This: Designers Go Small

babysugar — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 07:00:12 -0800

I can hardly bring myself to buy high-end labels with all the kid mess that comes my way, but I love to gawk and drool over them. For some parents who dress in couture themselves, these are darling duds for their child counterparts.

Big names like Marc Jacobs, Chloe, Roberto Cavalli, Dolce & Gabanna, and La Garçonne have children's lines. Why not join the baby train with parents, especially celebs, dressing their children to the nines? It's a no brainer – half the fabric at similar price points.

Top left – the puffer jacket from Dolce and Gabanna costs a pretty penny at $249.
Top right – The floral cut patterned creme brulee Chloe dress is a stunner and costs $365.
Bottom right – For a sportier look, Roberto Cavalli makes this t-shirt and skirt for a hair raising $425.
Bottom left – For the darling who needs a coat for the opera, La Petite Garçonne makes this sweet grey wool jacket for $225.
Center – Little Marc dresses up denim in this precious tuxedo style dress for $118.

If Suri Cruise is your ultimate lil fashionista, then these threads are right up your alley if you can stomach the cost of baby luxury living.

Mary Lynn Rajskub's Lil Valentine Walks Her Down the Aisle

babysugar — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 14:00:00 -0700

Best known as Chloe O'Brian on 24, actress Mary Lynn Rajskub walked down the aisle to marry her beau Matthew Rolph over the weekend. The actress didn't have her father walk her down the red carpet. Instead, the couple's lil one-year-old son, Valentine, ushered her to the altar as Elvis's "A Little Less Conversation" played in the background! The family stood together for a Las Vegas-style ceremony as 20 guests witnessed their marital moment. The Julie and Julia co-star told People:

We didn't know that getting married at a casino in Vegas with Elvis could be so romantic. . . . Our wedding was beautiful, spontaneous, and intimate. We are so excited to officially be husband and wife.

Though just a tiny tot, the wee cupid certainly played an integral part in pinning his parents together for a ceremonial event in Sin City.

Would you have your child participate in your wedding ceremony?

When Daddy Becomes Mommy: The Acceptance of Children

LilSugar — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 12:56:23 -0700

If only adults had the open minds of children. A woman once teased my son about wearing his sister's hat. My daughter turned to her and said, "It doesn't matter if he cross dresses, people can do what they want." I attribute my children's liberal opinions to growing up in a progressive city, but children all over the world are accepting of people's differences. Last night, Primetime followed a pair of Northern Ohio brothers who have matured way beyond their six and seven years. Logan and Barry Prince are dealing with the effects on their family after their father, Ted, had a male to female transsexual operation. So now the boys have two mothers, Renee and Chloe. Watch the clip and see what the children had to say about happiness being the most important thing.

Texts and Tunes: Sweet Alphabet Book

babysugar — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:00:16 -0700

A is for Apple, B is for Bear and C is for Cat. Sound familiar? After a while, all the alphabet books start to look the same. Sweet Art Design has a new twist on an old story.

Parents seeking to raise a multilingual child may find this book ($27) an entry to the languages of love - French, Spanish and Italian. Each letter is presented to the reader in English and another tongue with crafty and vivid illustrations that catch the young reader's attention. "Qu'est–ce qui commence avec la lettre B? What starts with the letter B? Un balloon qui flotte haut dans le ciel. A balloon that floats high in the sky."

While I try not to judge a book by its cover, which is available in green, pink or blue, the lovely binding declaring it "Chloe's Alphabet Book" makes it irrésistible.

The Gifted Child: Gifts for Baby Girl

LilSugar — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 07:00:00 -0800

When welcoming a new baby, you can't go wrong with a classic gift. Here are a few that will last well beyond the infant stage.

Elle & Evans Tooth Fairy Pillow. Made of 100 percent Dupioni silk with a feather and down insert, this accent pillow complements the nursery while baby is teething and is a fun way to welcome the tooth fairy once those teeth fall out. Featuring whimsical designs like tufted pastel flowers, the pillow can be monogrammed for an additional fee. It comes with a personalized note from the sprite and complimentary gift bag.
Baby Jak Softest Baby Blanket Ever. Wrap your bundle of joy up in this reversible satin piped blanket. Available in a plethora of vibrant colors and varying textures, the throw is machine washable and stays soft rinse after rinse, tumble after tumble.
Chloe Emma Sterling Silver Bangle. Little ladies are never too young for jewels. Start her collection with this etched wristlet that will complement all her ensembles.

Tooth Fairy Pillows ($48)

Baby Blanket ($56)

Sterling Silver Bangle ($35)

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