You, sorry to say, are not Anne Geddes. But your little angel can look like a Geddes model! Set ‘em up with a Velvet Flower Hat from Mini Me. ($26) This super-warm velvet hat with flower or marabou is the perfect blend of comfort and cute. There are ten styles to choose from in three sizes, so you’ll never run out of photo ops. Snap away! Your Geddes shot starts here.
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Merino Wool Blanket
Yo, G! Let ‘em know what time it is (or at least what sex they are) with the Merino Wool Blanket from ducduc. ($87) This 33” x 39” blankie is 100% Italian merino wool for outrageous softness. This version is pink with a huge G (for Girl, duh) and chocolate stripe, and the reverse is orange and cream. (Blue and chocolate with a B for the boys version.) Beautiful, soft and gender definitive. Not bad for a blanket.
Kapuli Swing Top and Pant Set in Kaleidoscope
How do you make bloomers hip? Slap the Kapuli Swing Top and Pant Set in Kaleidoscope. ($22.50) It’s a cross between grandma, Grandma Moses and a peacock, in turquoise, green and fuchsia. But it’s cute! And comfy, thanks to 100% Pima cotton. Long sleeve swing top and bloomer pants. Yes, bloomers. Take ‘em back!
Juicy Couture Girls Day of the Week Shorts
Don’t have a calendar or watch to tell you what day it is? Check their unders! The Juicy Couture Girls “Day of the Week” Cotton Boy Shorts ($58) have every day of the week covered. Juicy Monday, Couture Tuesday, Royal Wednesday, Preppy Thursday, Live For Friday, Viva la Saturday and Sweet Sunday. (Yes, that means it’s a set of seven.) 100% cotton, 200% juicy.
Hip & Little Designer Kerchief
Strong babushka! Strong as bull! The Designer Kerchief from Hip & Little ($12) is a great way to keep your favorite farmhand sheltered from the sun. Modern prints mean this ain’t your cousin Ivan’s kerchief, and reversible style and elastic fit mean comfort, ease of use and big time style. And no child labor violations! (Sorry, Kathie Lee.)
Adelle Cargo Bikini
Your portfolio is shriveling, but baby needs some beach this summer! They’ll look like gold in the Adelle Cargo Bikini from Ralph Lauren Childrenswear. ($42.50) And it won’t set you back too much. This two-piece stretch nylon suit combines rugged cargo functionality and chic urban beach style. Triangle top with halter strap, snap-close and flap-patch pockets and elasticized waist mean comfort on the go. It’s beach blanket baby bingo for your new budget.
Burberry Girls’ Two-Piece Banded Stripe Swimsuit
It’s almost too good for your kiddie pool. The Burberry Girls’ Two-Piece Banded Stripe Swimsuit ($97.75) is luxe plus for the poolside lounging set. This two-piece swimsuit has the oh-so-familiar Burberry striping under the bust and over the waist, with buckle on the trunks. Throw in the embroidered equestrian knight and we’re talking sickening kid bling. Your kiddie pool might be JEALous, in fact…
Birthday Girl Set
Somebody’s having a birthday! Let the world know how old they are with the Birthday Girl set from Peonies Baby Slings. ($49.99 3 months – 4T, $59.99 5T – 8T) This one-of-a-kind custom made ensemble sports hand-cut layered appliqué of their age, and comes in short or long sleeve, and your choice of skirt, Capri or pants. Blow out the candles.
Floral Halter
Sweet! Your little angel will be springtime flower fresh in her Floral Halter from Jasper Hearts Wren. ($59) This adorable halter top comes in six bold floral patterns, and runs from 6-12 months, 1-2 T and 2-3 T. You’ll get several years of oohs-and-ahhs out of this one!
Birdie Jumper
This one will be flying off the rack! The Birdie Jumper from Jasper Wren ($65) is the ultimate in adorable apparel for your little peep. This denim jumper with appliqué bird has a retro Partridge Family kind of feel. Perfect for jaunts around the park or the making the tea party set. Or even the zoo…
