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Trendtotting: Splendid Little Stripes!

LilSugar — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 10:15:53 -0700

Earlier this week Ruby Maguire and Violet Affleck were caught wearing similar versions of Splendid Littles' striped dress, and it looks like Violet's mommy really likes the line because she bought Violet the dress in another color. Maybe she got news that 55 percent of lilsugar readers like how she paired Violet's dress with leggings and sneakers! Pieces from the simple but sweet line run for about $30 to $60 and the designs come in bright summery colors.

Splendid Littles Toddler's Dress & Legging Set - $65.00	Splendid Littles Striped Dress & Leggings Set - $65.00
Splendid Littles Cropped Leggings, Sizes 2T-4T - $40.00	Splendid Littles Spltl-Navy Rugby Stripe Dress - $58.00
Splendid Littles Toddler Girl Mini Stripe Puff Sleeve Shirt and Navy Stripe Skirt - $40.00	Splendid Littles Toddler's Stripe Tunic - $49.00
Splendid Littles Toddler's Stripe Cotton Dress - $56.00	Splendid Littles Toddler's Striped Tunic - $54.00
Splendid Littles Toddler Girl Jumper Dress Set - $68.00	Splendid Littles Cropped Leggings - $33.00
Splendid Littles Infant's Striped Dress Set - $66.00	Splendid Littles Spltl-Rugby Stripe - $44.00
Splendid Littles Spltl-Dress - $55.00	Splendid Littles Spltl-Htgr Stripe Thermal Hoodie - $60.00
Splendid Littles Spltl-Ls Top W/ Dress - $69.00	Splendid Littles Spltl-Navy Rugby Stripe - $51.00
Splendid Littles Toddler's Striped Leggings - $40.00

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Do You Take Your Tot to Sporting Events?

babysugar — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 04:00:00 -0800

What's porous, striped or gold all over? Mini "Cheeseheads," wee Yankees, or lil Lakers, of course. While tiny tots may not understand the sport at hand, many parents enjoy the ritual and family time spent together at big sporting events. Tailgating before the game and noshing on hot dogs in the stadium are fun for mom and pop but the youngsters usually like the cotton candy and Cracker Jacks best. The only thing that could make a win better is if baby's mug is up on the jumbotron... the sighs in the crowd will be audible. Still some like to keep the sport and spit-up separate so mom and pop can sip and scream all they want.

Tell us, what is your sport attending style?

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Celebaby Style: Michelle and Matilda March On

babysugar — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:47:49 -0700

One princess holds another. Like many 4-year-old girls, Matilda Ledger appears to be a Cinderella fan. The princess-toting tot held her mama's hands through the streets of Brooklyn, where they eventually made their way to the young lady's school. Bundled up for a day out, the pretty pair wore complementary shades of gray, pink, and black.

The lil Ledger rocked her cozy Minnetonka moccasin booties, tights, and a pink-and-oatmeal striped dress. To top her look off, she mashed it up with a gray wool jacket complete with toggles and big pockets for her princess's safekeeping. Mommy Michelle looked effortlessly chic and stylish in her straight ankle jeans, printed blouse, and pale pink ballet flats. Like daughter, like mother - Michelle also completed her outfit with a snazzy leather jacket and a pair of old-school Ray-Bans.

We can't wait to see what this super duo has in store for Halloween!

Class club toddler wool-blend duffle coat with scarf - $70.00	Oatmeal Rugby Stripe Dress - $50.00
Minnetonka Infant/Toddler Velcro Back Flap Boot - $19.95	Limik - $700.00
Ankle stretch toothpick jean in black resin rinse - $125.00	H81 Star Floral Woven Shirt - $19.90
Bloch London Women's Ballerina Pearl Ballet Flat - $109.95	Microfiber Tights - $4.50

L Is For Loving Lines

babysugar — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 05:00:13 -0700

If Winnie the Pooh isn't for you, perhaps stripes will do. Lighten up a baby's room with a load of lines for simple and modern appeal. Paint vertical bands on the walls and accent the bedding with thin stripes. Pick a few bright colored frames to sass up shelf space and keep eyes moving in opposite directions by purchasing a lampshade with horizontal lines. Artistically challenged moms can take pride in painting a few striped canvases to make the walls pop. And if mom must have a touch of babe, she can always toss a Cat in the Hat or a Goodnight Moon bunny on the bookcase for good measure.

Check back to see what we have on our plate for M as the alphabet nursery theme continues!

Brighton Stripe Rug - $129.00	Light Years Floor Lamp - $29.00
Wallcandy Pink Stripes Wall Decals - $44.00	Thank You Baby Kathy Ireland Madison Girl Gathered Drapes - $59.99
Pink Stripe Hook Rack - $26.00	Trend Lab Tulip Stripe Crib Sheet - $19.99
Glenna Jean Just Buggy Pillow - Stripe - $31.99	Sleepyhead Bunny Rattle Beige - $16.00
Stacked Stripe Rug - $160.00	Rugby Stripe Shade Aiden Lamp Base - $19.99
Bugs and Stripes Wall Hanging - $162.00	Tailored Striped Rug - $129.00
WallCandy Arts Stripes - $46.00	Webbing Belt Shade Aiden Lamp Base - $30.00
Cat in the Hat Plush Toy - $25.00	Wallcandy Blue Stripes Wall Decals - $44.00
Blue Stripe Memoboard - $110.00	Daisy Stripe Frame - $42.00
Squiggle Stripe Curtain Panels - $29.00	Cabana Stripe Rug Pink - $229.00
Boys' Brady Stripe Hardware - $40.00	Surf Stripe Rug - $129.00
Kasey Striped Nursery Bedding - $22.00	Sailor Stripe Table Shade Aiden Base - $35.00
Glenna Jean Just Buggy Rug - Pink Stripe Hooked Wool - $76.99	Merida Meridian Originals Baja Palmetto Modern Rug - $609.00
Striped Photo Frames - $46.00	Bacati Girls Stripes and Plaids Rug - $34.99
Our Family Frame - $36.00	Brown Stripe Growth Chart - $48.00
Large Wall Frame Blue - $69.00	Beach II Framed Artwork - $149.99
Park Stripe Rug - $129.00	Large striped picture frame - $19.50
Trend Lab Frame Set of Two - White/Blue Stripe - $24.99	SugarBooger Aden Stripe Mini Hamper - $29.99
Black and Bone Round Frame - $12.99	New Arrivals Blue Stripe Picture Frame - $32.99
LittleMissMatched SKETCHoRAMA Nightstand - $199.99

Time to Turn That Guest Bedroom Into a Nursery!

babysugar — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 08:00:08 -0700

When baby makes three, it's time to take that extra bedroom in the house and convert it into a darling nursery. To kick off our nursery makeovers, I'm dishing on how I turned my scary old guest bedroom into a nursery with the hopes you will share yours with us, too! Join our Revamping Baby's Room group over in the LilSugar community and share your before and after pictures. Your room and style could be featured on the site.

To see the room and all of the improvements I made, just read more.

During my first pregnancy, I paid attention to every detail to ensure she and I would both enjoy every moment in her abode. I chose to paint stripes in a gender-neutral green and decorated around that. I picked a white matelasse bedding with sage scalloped trimming and matching gingham sheets for her white crib. I mixed up the prints a bit with a toile glider that just so happened to have gingham piping, too. I picked up the bookcase at an antique flea market, painted it white, and replaced the knob with a delicate bird-adorned pull I scored from Anthropologie. And instead of spending a mini fortune on wall art, I painted a few animals and framed them with yellow gingham paper and white frames from IKEA. The final touch was hanging the gifted hot air balloon in the corner for my baby to gaze at as she lay on the changing table.

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Make the Honor Role With Hip Styles For Girls

LilSugar — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 05:00:00 -0700

Even lil girls who are fussing about returning to school take some delight in picking out their first day of attire. Careful planning and discussions with friends will likely take place leading up to the first day back. Before heading to the mall, or clicking open a new computer window, check out our picks for some of the hottest styles for girls this year.

White House Style – The Obama girls' love of classic looks, and Crewcuts, will serve as inspiration for many girls this season. Copy the look with a ruffled cardigan, an A-line cord skirt and a traditional rubber rain boot to keep her tootsies dry.
Layers and Layers – Add some depth to your kiddo's look by layering pieces together. Start with a basic foundation, like a pair of skinny jeans, add a blouse and vest – which is all the rage this year – and finish the look off with some moccasin-inspired boots that fit snug over her jeans.
Leggings All the Way – The leggings craze is far from over, with this year's styles boasting buttons, zippers and patterns. Top off a pair with a striped tunic and some comfortable ballet slippers for a chic and casual look.

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Listen Up! It's a Back to School Playlist

babysugar — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 09:00:49 -0700

A song can take one back to a place and time with just a few notes. For instance, take "Living on a Prayer" by Bon Jovi. Just three "umpa umpa umpas" will have toes tapping and heads bopping as the listener recalls their life as an acid jean wearing teenybopper. Give tots a head start on their musical memories by playing these stellar back to school songs on their way to the learning annex. Here are some of our favorites. Add yours to the list in the comments so we can all enjoy more!

"Welcome Back" (from Welcome Back Kotter) by John Sebastian
"We're Going to Be Friends" by White Stripes
"School Day" by Chuck Berry
"Me and Julio Down by the School Yard" by Paul Simon
"No Such Thing" by John Mayer
"Charlie Brown" by The Coasters
"Back to School Again" by the Four Tops from the Grease 2 soundtrack
"Be True To Your School" by The Beach Boys
"School Girl" by The Five Royales
"ABC" by Jackson Five
"East Northumberland High" by Miley Cyrus

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School Year's Resolutions: Budget-Friendly Clothes Shopping

LilSugar — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 04:00:00 -0700

The styles may have changed, but the rules haven't. Parents building their kids' back-to-school wardrobes know that following a few guidelines is the key to keeping their kids fashionable without breaking the bank.

Families are expected to spend an average of $204.67 on clothing items as their youngsters head back to class, down 7.7 percent from last year. Before stocking your children's closets with the retro rock-concert tees, plaids, and thin horizontal stripes, check out our tips for stretching your clothing dollars.

Take stock. Check out your child's closet to assess what she really needs before hitting the store. Pants and sweaters from last year may still fit for the beginning of the school year.
Spend wisely. Consider spending more on everyday staples like jeans, khakis, and solid leggings. Trendier pieces, as well as underwear and socks, are worn through more quickly and should use less of your budget.
Travel a bit. Many states offer tax-free shopping on certain weeks prior to the school year's return. Consider making a day trip if one is in your area.
Take advantage of incentives. Stores are doing everything they can to get shoppers, even offering significant discounts for people buying more. The Children's Place is offering a free t-shirt when two pairs of jean are purchased, while Gap is offering a second pair of jeans for $10 when you pay full price for the first pair. You may only need one pair of pants now, but buy a second pair the next size up and stow them away for the next growth spurt.
Hold back. Many stores have yet to offer their best deals. If your child is demanding a new outfit for the first day of school, buy one, but then hold off and do the rest of your shopping in mid-to-late September when the stores are putting their Fall clothes on clearance.

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Hooray by Cynthia Rowley Hits Babies R Us!

LilSugar — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 10:50:07 -0700

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.

Babies R Us Cynthia Rowley Oh, Baby Swing Top and Legging Set - Blue & Pink (6-9 Months) - $12.99	Cynthia Rowley Baby Boy Lap Shoulder Bodysuit - White (12 Months) - $8.99
Babies R Us "Cynthia Rowley Long Sleeve Oh, Baby Patterned Coverall - Pink (Newborn)" - $10.99	Cynthia Rowley Elbow Patch Bodysuit - Navy (0-3 Months) - $8.99
Babies R Us Cynthia Rowley Baby-Soft Girls Corduroy Polka Dot Dress Set - Pink (0-3 Months) - $12.99	Cynthia Rowley Number One Coverall - Navy (6-9 Months) - $11.99
Babies R Us Cynthia Rowley Cozy Knit Cardigan Sweater - Pink (0-3 Months) - $12.99	Cynthia Rowley Bundle-Up Toggle Sweater - Navy (12 Months) - $15.99
Babies R Us Cynthia Rowley Pretty in Plaid Dress Set with Panty - Pink Plaid (12 Months) - $12.99	Cynthia Rowley His Favorite Hoodie Sweater Coverall - Blue Stripes (3-6 Months) - $16.99
Babies R Us Cynthia Rowley Baby-Soft Girls Corduroy Overall - Pink Dot (0-3 Months) - $14.99	Cynthia Rowley Baby-Soft Corduroy Overall - Grey (Newborn) - $14.99
Babies R Us Cynthia Rowley Pretty in Plaid Coveralll - Pink (12 Months) - $12.99	Cynthia Rowley Rough-and-Tumble Plaid Coverall - Blue (0-3 Months) - $12.99
Babies R Us "Cynthia Rowley Girls Oh, Baby Lap Shoulder Bodysuit - Cream (0-3 Months)" - $8.99	Cynthia Rowley Hip Hip Hoodie Coverall - Light Blue (3-6 Months) - $12.99

T Is For Titillating Tunes

babysugar — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 04:00:42 -0700

Don't bother knockin' if the nursery's a rockin'. Bronx Wentz and Zuma Rossdale may have music running through their veins, but any tot can have tune inspired lairs. Rock stars are known for wearing black so mamas can stick with an ebony and ivory themed room using a contrasting Moses basket and a zebra striped rug. Highlight the digs with a vibrant locker inspired lime green dresser. Baby can walk into a melodious wonderland with musically embroidered beanbags, guitar decals, and turntable pillows. Moms can add a personal touch by framing old sheet music or shadowboxing saved concert tickets. And if the parents are hoping for a mini musician, they better provide the tot the tools to get a head start on tickling those ivories.

We'll be up and away with U in our next installation of the alphabet nursery.

Zebra Rug - $739.00	Vintage Violin Form - $595.00
Buckingham Glider in Custom Fabrics - $699.00	Children Series Framed Art "Piano Lesson" - $98.00
Music Guitar Lamp Base + Shade - $35.00	Ed Hart Shadowbox - Keyboard - $29.99
Simple Dock - $79.00	Plan Toys music band - $55.00
Embroidered Anywhere Beanbags - $59.00	Black Tie Bedding - $1,195.00
Limited Edition Framed Antique Music Sheet -- Sold Individually - $229.00	Natural Cowhide Rug in Black and White - $549.00
Halcyon Days Enamels - $198.00	Diaper Dude Guitar Diaper Bag - $109.95
Lambs & Ivy® Rock 'n Roll Upholstered Rocking Chair - $119.99	Guitar Crib - $2,900.00
Painted Coconut Thumb Guitar - $12.99	Rock Steady Comforter Set - $19.99
Hangers Skull - $45.00	Girls Acoustic Guitar + Bag - $179.00
Kids Line Rebel Boa Blanket - $16.99	Maddie Boo Flourish Baby Bedding - $540.00
Jorun Rug, Low Pile - $39.99	Boikido Wooden Tambourine - $12.99
Guitar - $45.00	Ballerina Musical Jewelry Box - $20.00
Rock Band Tee - $14.00