Slick Sugar: Rockin' the Preschool and Toddler Crowd

Some kids are just made to rock! Slick Sugar has designed a collection of super cool rockin' tees for kids with music in their soul.

The vintage inspired tees are full of rock 'n roll iconography -- guitars, drums, and more - on tees, dresses and hoodies. Whether it's their "Rock Our World Tee" or the "Peace, Love Rock Bands Set" you'll find something cool for the rocker in your life. The collection is available for sizes newborn - 4T.



Above Photo: SlickSugar's Peace Love and Rock Bands Tee partnered with a Kaiya Eve petticoat as featured on the Martha Stewart Show last week -- Photo by Danielle Fox Photography

SlickSugar was founded by two busy mompreneurs who wanted to create a the line that would inspire kids to embrace the love of music or as they write on their website to "pick up an instrument, sing in the car or dance down the stairs." The two give back a portion of every order received to Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation which supports music education through the donation of new and refurbished musical instruments to underserved school and community music programs and individual students nationwide.



Of course, clothes this cool are going to have a list of celebrity fans. The tees have been given to the famous tots of: Michelle Williams, Brooke Shields, Denise Richards, Melissa Joan Hart, Debra Messing, Heidi Klum, Kate Hudson, Sarah Jessica Parker, Gwen Stefani, Katie Holmes, Courteney Cox, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jennifer Garner, Sheryl Crow, and Angelina Jolie.

SlickSugar was recently onhand at the Baby Celebration LA event where Dawson's Creek actress Busy Phillips happily showed off their Cassette Tape Set.

Petunia Pickle Bottom Introduces Sojourn Slings

Petunia Pickle Bottom is known for their line of stylish, A-list quality diaper bags. Now the company has introduced a brand new line of baby slings to help modern moms stay stylish while toting their tots.

The new Soujourn Slings are in a traditional pouch sling design for extra comfort for both mom and baby. Mom just slips the sling over their heads and are ready for baby. There are no straps of excess fabric to adjust. The result is a comfortable, stylish, earth-friendly option to bring baby-wearing to a new level.

Each sling is constructed out 100% stretch cotton in a selection of four styles - India Ink, Corsican Blue, Sparrows on the Seine, and Morning in Mumbai.

Plus if you are a mom who likes to coordinate your accessories. The slings each have bags in matching fabric in the Boxy Backpack, Touring Tote, and Cross Town Clutch styles.

Baby Greens: Symbolizing the Cycle of Nature

Bright, bold, and eco-conscious. That about sums up the adorable onesies and tees from Baby Greens Organic Clothing.

The designs are inspired by cultural representations of nature showing the direct connection between kids and the environment. Every piece of clothing from Baby Greens are hand-printed with water-based inks on 100% Organic Cotton.

Their "World" Collection has four Japanese-inspired designs - Nami (Wave), Kaze San (Wind-Sun), Koru (the unfolding fern symbolizing growth) and Surya (Sun).



Tees and onesies available at Baby Greens from 3 to 24 months and priced $18 - $24.

Triciclino - Tricking Out the Modern Tricycle

Who says your toddler's tricycle has to be borning? We're loving the new Triciclino who combines the convention tricycle design with funky modern colors and details.



The Triciclino features a mocha-stained wood body with red and white plastic and metal accents. Its simple and ergonomically correct design is perfect for little legs.

Available for $150 from Sparkability.

Foogo: Keeping Kids Lunches Cool for Summer Fun

Ahhh... the days of summer are coming. Playtime at the park, swimming at the pool, lukewarm picnic lunches. Thermos has introduced their Foogo line to help keep kids lunches cool and unspoiled during summer funtimes.

The collection includes a sleek 7 oz. sippy cup, a 12 oz. straw bottle, and a 10 oz. food jar all made of vacuum-insulated stainess steel. The containers are designed to keep food and drinks cool for up to 6 hours.



Foogo comes in two color combinations: blue and yellow or pink and purple. All of the pieces are top-rack dishwasher safe (although they do recommend hand washing for best results).

Patagonia's - Ecofriendly Recycled / Recyclable Onesies

With Earth Day quickly approaching, we're seeing lots of new products for eco-friendly companies. We're loving the Baby Capilene Onesies from eco-pioneer Patagonia. These onesies are constructed from 100% recycled-polyester mix of recycled soda bottles and fabric scraps. The result is their revolutionary Capilene 1 fabric is designed to feel silky against baby's sensitive skin while wicking moisture away from their soft folds and crevices.



An added bonus is the inclusion of Patagonia's environmentally friendly Gladiodor odor control which uses amino-acid chains to kill odor-causing bacteria.

Available in two color options - Sailboat Blue or Powder Pink. Available for $32 from Patagonia.

Another bonus - when you are done using the onesie, you can mail it back to the company as part of their Common Threads recycling program.

Calling All Aspiring Baby Food Chefs

Back in the days when I had my first son, my friends and family thought I was crazy when I decided I would make my own baby food. Now a mere eight years later, the idea of making your food is becoming more mainstream and there are a variety of gadgets to make the job a little easier.

Williams-Sonoma added the Beaba Babycook, a French import, to their offerings. The compact countertop appliance multitasks as a steamer, blender, warmer and defroster to help prepare fresh, healthy meals for baby. You still have to do the prep work in picking, washing, and peeling the raw materials but it does take some of the grunt work out of making your own fresh baby foods.



Available for $139.95 at at Williams-Sonoma.

Fresh Summer Styles from Boden

Summer has arrived at one of our favorite retailers. Full of bright colors and flowy designs, the collection from Mini Boden. We're especially loving the 50's inspired dresses and skirts for girls.

As a special bonus, for a limited time only you can receive 10% off the entire sumer collection plus free shipping.

Nano by Bloom - Understated Design for Mod Dining

Sometimes it takes something so basic to truly capture today's modern lifestyle needs. The Nano Highchair by Bloom is a prime example of basic winning over bells-and-whistles.

The streamlined design of this European-designed highchair allows it to take up much less room than its competotors. And if you are space-challenged, it can fold flat for easy storage between meals.

It sleek, simple design allows it to fit beautifully into just about any home and the easy-care micro-leather comes in a selection of fresh, contemporary colors.




Priced at only $180 the Nano Highchair by Bloom Baby is a perfect option for modern dining needs.

Petunia Pickle Bottom Sample Sale Is Coming

It's time for the semi-annual sample sale at Petunia Pickle Bottom. Twice a year the diaper bag favorite of moms everywhere offers their diaper bag samples, certified seconds and discontinued classics. This season's sale takes place on April 22nd - April 28th.

Right now you can pre-register online at their outlet site to speed up checkout and ensure you snatch up one of these classically designed bags.

Profits from the sale go to the Leukemia Foundation and other select charities.

Celebrate Earth Day with Isabooties

Isabooties is celebrating Earth Day with some Eco-Friendly savings on their fabulous footwear. Isabooties are known for their soft soled shoes with some funky fun thrown in for extra style.

Every pair of shoes is 100% animal free, 100% formaldehyde free, and made in the USA. Their soft-soled style allows you to keep them crisp and clean with a toss into the laundry machine.

Use coupon code "happyearth08" at checkout and recieve 15% off all purchases through April 22nd.

Scout by PPB: A Baby Bag for Modern Dads

Today's dads break the mold and so should the diaper bag they carry. The Scout Journey Pack by Petunia Pickle Bottom lets dads carry the bag and feel good doing it.

The boxy bag is created out of durable felt in a traditional messenger bag style. Its two exterior bottle pockets easily snap off to convert to a non-baby bag. Available in heathered grey or heathered olive green felt for easy cleanup.

Scout by PPB is popular with the new crop of celebrity dads with both Gabriel Aubrey and Marc Anthony as fans.

Scout bags are available online here.

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babyGap Introduces New Nursery Designs

babyGap has long been a staple in my kids wardrobes. Now the company has introduced a brand new line of nursery bedding and baby gear. The collection includes a selection of bedding, strollers, car seats, toys, and more.





View the entire collection here.

Celeb Style Find: Landon Barker's Custom Jeans

Travis Barker hit the red carpet at the Kids' Choice Awards with step-daughter Atiana, 9, and Landon, 4.

Landon wears stylin' pair of custom jeans from Ashley V. Vintage Threads. Each pair of these one of a kind jeans are custom painted with some rock-n-roll flair.

Of course all this style does not come cheap, jeans are $110 for 6 month - 18 month pairs and $130 for 24 month - 6T sizes.

Time to Stock Up on Crocs for Summer

Summertime is on its way and its time to start thinking about summertime footwear. The celebrity tot favorite summer footwear has to be the ever popular crocs.



Seen on playgrounds across Hollywood on such pampered celebrity tots as Violet Affleck, Matilda Ledger, James Broderick and Ryder Robinson.

Duck Duck Goose is offering a 10% off discount for our readers on all Croc purchases for women, men, and children. Just enter the coupon code "Crocs08" at checkout to take take advantage of this great deal.



(Photo of Jennifer Garner out with Violet in one of her many colorful pairs of Crocs last summer.)

Oeuf Introduces Sparrow Crib in Birch

Now you can minimize your child's carbon footprint starting out with their crib.

Oeuf NYC has long been known for their clean, contemporary designs. Now they are expanding their line to include the eco-friendly sparrow crib in birch for modern nurseries.


The crib is constructed of birch wood from a sustainable birch forest in Latvia and is constructed under strict environmental guidelines. Full of all the features and quality that we've come to expect from Oeuf.

All My 'Ugly' Friends Arrive at FAO Schwartz

I'm always telling the boys that it is not nice to call names. Apparently there are some exceptions to the rule. These dolls live up to their name. The Uglydoll collection by David Horvath are not very cute, but they are full of childhood spirit.

The designs look as if they are inspired from my own kids' imaginations. Cartoonish shapes, distorted details, and simple design make these the friends that capture the spirit of childhood.

The collection is now available at FAO Schwartz

Celeb Style Find: Nicole Richie's Post Baby Sundress

Nicole Richie was seen out earlier this week enjoying the spring sunshine. The fashionable new mom was wearing a Karen Zambos Vintage Couture tunic dress. The tunic dress is perfect for her post baby body with its colorful print and loose fitting style they will easily hide any post-baby weight you may be carrying.

Pick up this Karen Zambos Vintage tunic dress is available at Nordstrom for $151.

Spring Sale at Gap: Up To 40% Off

It's Spring Sale time at Gap -- get up to 40% of some of the seasons best items.

Some of my favorites:

Dino Graphic Tee
Regular price: $14.50
Sale price: $11.99



Stitched hooded zip sweater
Regular price: $34.50
Sale price: $28.99



Swiss dot pleated dress
Regular price: $29.50
Sale price: $24.99



Smocked bow tank
Regular price: $16.50
Sale price: $13.99



Butterfly zip-up hoodie
Regular price: $24.50
Sale price: $19.99

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Dwell Fatboy: Beanbags with Modern Flare

A few weeks ago, we decided to implement a family movie night in which both mom and dad have to stop everything we're doing and cuddle up and watch a movie of the kids' choice. Everyone is loving the family time.

The only problem is that there isn't enough seating for everybody. We start out cuddled up and typically end up stretching out on the couches and the boys flop out on the floor on the extra pillows.

I decided to look for some seating alternatives that could be brought out as we need it and tucked away when we don't.

I found the perfect solution when I stumbled across the collaboration of beanbags between Dwell and Fatboy. These are definitely not the vinyl coated beanbags from my youth (although I do recall many hours curled up in my forest green beanbag ready the Little House on the Prairie series of books).

These huge bags are designed for some serious lounging in fresh modern designs. Your own little one can snuggle in for movie time, grab a good book, or use them for those imaginative story games that they dream up.

Of course, they have some of the same practical charm of yesterday's beanbags. They are created out of a practical and easy to clean nylon with a special coating that just requires a damp cloth to come clean.

Available at ModernSeed in two color options, chocolate and fuchsia.

Vibrant Colors Abound in J. Crew's Spring Collection

Ah.... like a breath of fresh air. The new Spring collection from Crewcuts by J. Crew is full of bright, vibrant colors and whimsical fashions.

A couple of our favorite looks:

Spring Sale at Old Navy: Up To 40% Off

I suppose we may as well start where most of my shopping trips occur -- Old Navy. Right now they are busy stocking their racks with summer fashions and discounting all the spring stock.

Some of my favorites:

Women's Cross-Front Babydoll Tops
Regular price: $16.50
Sale price: $12.50



Women's Destination Graphic Tanks
Regular price: $14.50
Sale price: $8.70

Let's Get the Fun Started Again

Oh long ignored blog readers where do we start?

I have an email box full of press releases, announcements, and miscellaneous product emails. My office has stacks of samples that need to be sorted and reviewed. Unfortunately / fortunately, my business consulting work has had to take precendence for the past few months and things have piled up that I just don't know where to start.

So let's just dive in from the top of the piles and see what fun stuff we can find....

Spring Sale at Old Navy: Up To 40% Off

I suppose we may as well start where most of my shopping trips occur -- Old Navy. Right now they are busy stocking their racks with summer fashions and discounting all the spring stock.

Some of my favorites:

Girls Dip-Dyed Dresses
Regular price: $24.50
Sale price: $14.70



Girls Madras Patchwork Tops
Regular Price: $16.50
Sale Price: $7.99



Boys Hooded Plaid Windbreakers
Regular price: $24.50
Sale price: $14.70



2-in-1 Animal Tees for Baby
Regular price: $10.50
Sale price: $6.99

Let's Get the Fun Started Again

Oh long ignored blog readers where do we start?

I have an email box full of press releases, announcements, and miscellaneous product emails. My office has stacks of samples that need to be sorted and reviewed. Unfortunately / fortunately, my business consulting work has had to take precendence for the past few months and things have piled up that I just don't know where to start.

So let's just dive in from the top of the piles and see what fun stuff we can find....

Spring Has Sprung at The Stylish Child

Spring has sprung and rebirth is in the air. Posts have been sparse in March at The Stylish Child.

It's time to breath some new life back into the site and get back to posting all the great products, sales, and information that I find.

Milkshop: Spring Sale Time

Time to sort through the email box and let you know about the awesome spring sales!

Milkshop is having their spring sale on their cold weather items.

Some of our favorites:

Diesel Kids Jaces Jacket:
Regular Price: $94
Sale Price: $71



Da-Nang Linen Woven Dress
Regular Price: $94
Sale Price: $49

Celeb Gear Find: Baby Harlow Travels in Her Orbit

Nicole Richie and Joel Madden take their daughter out for her first outing in the celebrity favorite Orbit Infant System.



The Orbit is designed to go from car seat to stroller and back again with ease. The all-in-one system is designed for infants and includes an infant car seat, a base and a stroller. The stroller turns to let the child face backwards, forwards or even sideways.

Available at Giggle.com.

Summer Collection Ready for Pre-Order at Tea Collection

As the winter snow turns to sloppy puddles, my mind leaps ahead to the upcoming summer months. I've already started to plan my garden, schedule summer activities for the boys, and look longingly at summer styles from my favorite collections.

One of our favorite lines, Tea Collection, has come out with their summer collection. Full of bold colors and patterns, the collection will have you yearning for the warm days of summer. Get a sneak peak and place an early order today.