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Simple or Swank: Red Sneakers Are a Kick on Small Feet

LilSugar — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 08:00:00 -0700

Shoes may make an outfit, but when it comes to children's feet, function often takes precedence. Some of mama's favorite designers are shrinking down their styles to make lil ones' feet as fashionable as adult footwear.

Simple: Puma's Speeder Mesh Sneaker ($38) has been a popular shoe among the toddler set for some time. Its all mesh design, with hook and loop Velcro closures, makes it lightweight and easy for lil ones to dash off in.

Swank: Prada's Sport Sneaker ($195) fuses silver mesh with red patent leather to create a stylish set of kicks that stand out in the preschool pack. Which do you prefer?

Trendtotting: Designer Diaper Bags

LilSugar — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 10:00:00 -0700

You may have gone from the walk of shame to doing stroller strides, but if you refuse to give up some of the luxuries you acquired as single woman there's always high end diaper bags. Used so frequently, it is easy to see why some ladies invest in a swank version that mimics their pre-baby handbags.

Rebecca Minkoff, who made a name for herself with her Morning After bag, has introduced the latest designer version diaper bag with her Knocked Up bag. Featuring a coated canvas interior, the bag has straps that attach directly to strollers and the usual compartments for bottles, wipes and snacks. Best of all, the bag can continue to be used once your lil one is potty trained and walking from place to place. Minkoff isn't the only designer venturing into baby land. Check out the bags from some of your favorite designers such as Dior, Prada, Tods and Juicy Couture.

Tod's Pashmy Mummy Baby Bag - $1,350.00	Prada Tessuto Baby Bag - $1,100.00
Juicy Couture Velour Baby Satchel - $325.00	Felix Rey Emma Diaper Bag - $450.00
Baby Dior Infant's Nursery Bag - $474.00	Chaiken The Chaiken Diaper Bag - $550.00
Rebecca Minkoff 'Knocked Up' Baby Bag - $464.90

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

Texts and Tunes: This Little Piggy Went to Prada

babysugar — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 06:00:13 -0800

Different from the old nursery rhymes you've heard a hundred times, This Little Piggy Went to Prada ($14) is a hilarious and beautifully illustrated book full of witty and stylishly revised poems by Amy Allen.

Instead of the classic "Eeny meeny miny moe, catch a tiger by the toe," you'll read "Daddy Sweetie, don't say 'no', Buy an Aston at the show. If it hurts, the Rolls can go. Mummy wants a Vantage so." Bound in red and hot pink linen, the jewel of a book is a perfect gift for a Christian Louboutin wearing mama–to–be. And, because every now and then, we all need a break from Goodnight Moon.

Self-Heating Bottle by Liamo: Kid Friendly or Are You Kidding?

babysugar — Thu, 14 May 2009 08:00:36 -0700

I know many a baby that suffers from Goldilocks syndrome - the milk is too cold or too hot. Mamas out running errands or flying in the sky may appreciate the ingenuity of the Iiamo self-heating bottle. Lucky for us, creator Karim Rashid, who has also designed for Prada, Audi, Sony, and Lacoste, brought his vision to parenthood.

Mommies begging for cups of warm water or hunting for a microwave can relax. Free of BPA, PVC, lead and phthalates, the sleek Iiamo bottle self heats contents to body temperature in about four minutes with a self-contained organic heating cartridge made of salt and water. The $38 price includes one six-ounce bottle, one nipple, and a single heating cartridge. So tell your babe the treat's going to be juuuuust right.

Did Your Baby Numbers Align?

LilSugar — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 11:00:14 -0700

While dating, my husband and I agreed on the number of children we hoped to have.

But, what happens when a couple can't come to a consensus? Or, if spouses initially have the same plan and then one person has a change of heart?

Actress Brooke Shields made a recent comment that confronted this issue.

At the Prada Trembled Blossoms event, the mother of two, Rowan, 4, and Grier, almost 2, expressed her desire for a son. To see what she said, read more.

According to Us magazine, the actress's husband, Chris Henchy might put a halt to her hope. The article said:

"I'm going to have to convince him and he's a hard sell at this point," the Lipstick Jungle star, 42, said while laughing. "Maybe he likes the even number!"

Did you and your partner encounter this issue - did you resolve it?

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Simple or Swank: Mary Janes

LilSugar — Wed, 26 Dec 2007 11:36:02 -0800

Nothing reminds me more of classic childhood attire than patent-leather mary janes. The sturdy and stylish shoes have put a skip in many a lil girl's step once she's been decked out in fancy duds. While black and white are Winter and Spring staples, red remains the classy way to go sassy.

Simple: Azale Red-Patent Mary Jane by Primigi ($66) has a patent-leather upper, removable and washable, soft insole and hook-and-loop closure.

Swank: Prada Linea Rossa Toddler's Patent Mary Jane ($175) in red has a patent upper, rubber sole, and Velcro closure.