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Chic Kids - www.chickids.com.au – may be a relatively new kid on the block, but owner Denise is well-versed in the world of babies and kids.

Denise is a mother of triplets, no less, (now 27 years old), and also a grandmother! You just can’t beat those credentials for understanding the importance of baby and kid products that are not only beautiful, but are a pleasure to use and live with.

Denise has stocked Chic Kids with the best clothing, footwear, toys and bath products for kids from birth to 5 years from leading designers including Moppit (New Season’s stock now IN!), Oobi Baby (you are going to LOVE the sale stock!), Tickled Pink, Kate Finn Toys, Eternal Creation (most items on sale), Cheeky Monkey, Sckoon Organic Clothing, Starchild Shoes, Tippy Toes Socks, BabyLegs, Star & Rose, Asthma Friendly and more, with Plum and the very cool US label verymeri coming soon.

Just wanted to say that I am sooooo taken with the Sckoon Organic Clothing. Just look at these stunning designs!

Sckoon Organic Zen ‘Plum’ for girls $46.95

Sckoon Organic Zen ‘Cloud’ for boys $46.95

verimeri has really caught my eye. verymeri is a US label borne of a teacher’s love for her pupils and their ideas. verymeri is a label with designs by kids, for kids. It also invests back in kids by donating some of its profits to disadvantaged kids. Inspiring stuff! Keep your eyes on Chic Kids, as the verymeri stock will be landing soon!

Register on the Chic Kids website to receive 10% off everything in store, including sale items, *every* time you shop. Once registered, all you need to do is insert CHIC10 in the coupon section when checking out. Nice n easy!!

Ok, now on to the important matter of the SALE Oobi at Chic Kids

Visit the Chic Kids Oobi product page to jump straight in to the Oobi bargains.

Yes, Oobi Summer stock going cheap as chowder to make way for new stock.

Discounted, reduced, on special, infinitely affordable, oobi is always ALWAYS a winner, whether it be for your own boy or girl, or as a gift, it is pure class! What a time to buy!

Typically the boys Oobi range is a bit more of a rare bird, but Chic Kids has it here in captivity, waiting to release it to your loving good home.

(KSF reader Kristi, if you’re reading this, this is for YOU!)

Get the Oobi Boys Scary Bat and Blue and Green Striped Shorts for just $29.69 a pair.
Get the Oobi Boys Parisienne Scary Bat and Dino Eggs 2 piece Summer Lounge Sets for just $25.46 each.
Get the Oobi Boys Scary Bat and Dino Eggs Nappy Cover 2 pack set for just $18.71
Get the Oobi Boys Scary Bat Hat for just $16.46

Wooooooo-hoooooooooooo!!!

Girls don’t miss out either, as Chic Kids also have a super selection of Oobi girls awaiting your purchase.

Behold!

Get the Oobi Girls Parisienne Ruche Dress in Floral, Scarlet and White, or Strawberry Shortcake colour-ways for just $22.46 each
Get the Oobi Girls Fireworks Smock Dress for just $23.96
Get the Oobi Girls Fireworks and Scarlet and Red Hats for just $16.46 each
Get the Oobi ‘Gorgeous’ Dictionary Tee in pink for just $14.96
Get the Oobi ‘Genuis’ Dictionary Tee in red — great for girls and boys alike — for just $14.96

Are you smiling yet?

Visit the Chic Kids Oobi product page to jump straight in to the Oobi bargains.

In addition to these stupendously wonderful products and prices, purchases over $50.00 will receive a FREE Babyboo toy. (Available while stocks last. $50.00 amount excludes postage.)

PLUS! With any purchase from the Tickled Pink range you will receive a FREE tye dyed headband trimmed with sequins. (Limit of one per order. While stocks last).

Chic Kids charge for postage kg the cost will be $6.95 and bulky items or parcels 1kg – 3kg will be $9.90. International orders are welcome. View the Chic Kids postage FAQ for more information.

Autumn is is full swing, and it’s time to get serious about stocking up for winter.

It’s always wise to plan ahead with new season’s kid’s clothing; it’s not like adult clothing in that manufacturing runs are rarely repeated: once it’s gone it’s gone.

For all of April, La Toriana – www.latoriana.com.au – is offering KidStyleFile readers a fabulous 20% off store-wide offer. Enter code april at the discount code section at checkout.

La T has lots of cute boys gear as well as gorgeous girls designer clothes from birth to 5 years.

Select from brands including Hey Baby, annieB, Cheeky Lil Soles, Dobbin and Drum, Eternal Creation, Finnigan Finn, Huggalugs, Vanchi, Kee Ka, Lambykins, Oobi, Toys Pure, BumpBuddy, Lazybones, Gertie and Me, Britt, Thurlby Farm, Kids Kitchen, Grommets, Mini Whisk, Annabel Trends, Vintage Kids, Babylicious, Penny Scallan, Tickled Pink, Djeco, Anamlaz, Nana Huchy, Jasnor, Footprints, Tummy Bear, Tea Princess, Alimrose Designs, Fairy Floss Creations, Cuski, and Gaia.

The Tea Princess range sold out fast in the first round, and has been restocked, and Eternal Creation Winter stock has arrived, so go to it!

I adore these Tea Princess hand-knitted 80s-inspired Legwarmers, $12.95 $10.36 after 20% discount. (UPDATE: I just purchased 2 pair of these, plus some Bump Buddies, Mini Whisk Chef Hats (5 of!! – great for pressies), and Finnigan Finn Tights: YAY!)

What a cutie! Eternal Creation Winter Baby Blue Dress $45.95 $36.76 after 20% discount. Matching headband $12.95 $10.36 after 20% discount.

Your little man will look so smart, and you’ll save a bundle with this ethically produced Eternal Creation Tee, Pants and Vest Pack for $115.95 $92.76 after 20% discount. Pieces also sold separately.

Lambykins Superfine Australian Merino Hot Choc Urban Blanket and Hat Set $142.95 $114.36 after 20% discount.

If you’re a brave soul who likes to hang out to the 11th-and-a-half hour for the very cheapest bargain basement prices, La T are now going all out on Summer stock, and they’re also offering you a very special deal on NEW season’s stock from selected designers as well!!

From April 1-5th ONLY while stocks last, score a massive sale off 30% off on already discounted AND NEW STOCK products from the following labels only: Finnigan finn, Grommets, Penny Scallan, Tickled Pink, and Mini Whisk.

To take advantage of the 30% off designers deal from La Toriana from April 1-5, enter kids at the discount code section at checkout.

These deals are 100% pure goodness from La Toriana, friends, it brings the discount up to the 60% mark on some items! The KidStyleFile bird is singing CHEAP so loud, it can be heard by dogs in Alaska!!! View the Specials page to view all sale items.

Oobi Watchers take note: La Toriana has some great discounts on Oobi girls clothing, notably the iconic 1950s Party Dresses. You can also pick up the matching bloomers and hats for a song. Head straight to the Oobi product page to scoop the pool.

You can see more of my picks from La Toriana here.

La Toriana charges $7.50 for postage Australia wide. Orders over $150.00 are shipped free of charge. International orders are warmly welcomed, and there is a currency converter on the site so you can shop in your home currency.

After your family, what is the first thing you would get out of your house in a fire?

Your photos, right?

Me too.

Good photos are the most precious things you can own. They trace time, capturing the important, happy milestone events in your life, and the sweetness of everyday life.

Everyone loves looking at photos. Kids, especially, love looking at photos of themselves, seeing themselves as babies, seeing their parents and grandparents as babies, and piecing together the family connections.

A talented photographer can look into the heart and soul of their subject, capturing a thousand words in one image.

Lana Bell of Little Posers Photography – www.littleposers.com.au – is one of these gifted people.

Lana is a portrait photographer specialising in photography of newborns, babies, children, maternity and families. Lana’s modern, vibrant and candid photography produces images that will be cherished over lifetimes.

The exquisiteness of these pictures give you the idea of the quality and uniqueness of Lana’s approach. Each image is creatively composed, crisp, rich in natural colours and profoundly engaging.

Lana works closely with your family to create contemporary and natural images that reflect the unique personalities of her subjects. Lana’s philosophy is happy and relaxed parents and children make for beautiful and candid images.

Sittings can take place in the location of your choice, and all portrait sessions last for a period of 1-3 hours, which means there’s plenty of time for sleepy bubs to take a nap, hungry kids to fill their tummies and mums and dads to relax!

After the shoot, you’re able to view your photo session via a password protected client area on the website where you can choose your favourite shots for printing.

As a special offer to KidStyleFile readers, Lana and Little Posers Photography is offering a complimentary 8×10″ portrait print as an exclusive gift to readers who book a photographic session before April 30, 2008.

Visit Little Posers Photography – www.littleposers.com.au- to view more of Lana’s superb images, and for contact and pricing details.

Wa-hooooo! I have found it, the mother-lode of some of the best, cheapest, discounted sale deals on baby goods around: The Baby Shop – www.thebabyshop.com.au

The Baby Shop stock a wide range baby brands for babies and kids from birth to 2 years, including Mamas and Papas, OiOi & GR8X nappy bags and accessories, Kaloo, AromaBaby, Snugtime, Premi Kidz, Bright Bots, Cotton Tots, Max & Tilly, PlayGro, Outlook, Plum, Snug-As-A-Bug, BabyKids, Latitude Enfant, Living Textiles, and Urban Rituelle.

The Baby Shop are clearing a lot of high quality stock from these brands at the moment at the lowest prices I have ever seen.

These prices have to been seen to be believed. I’m gobsmacked — speechless. Your eyes will pop out of your heads! They’re cheap as chips! Honestly!

If you are about to set up your nursery, have just had a little one, or need a gift for a friend’s newborn you are going to be in HEAVEN here!

Head on over there for certain happiness and let the following words be your guide:

1. Each product category has its own sale section: browse these for bargains specific to the chosen categories (i.e. ‘Feeding’ ‘Out and About’ etc.)
2. Use the Search box to locate all the products for brands (mentioned above) that you are interested in
3. If you want to view all 150+ products on sale, go straight to the SALE category.

The Baby Shop charge $6.95 postage Australia wide.

Oooh I love my (minimink) - www.minimink.com.au!

Yes, *my* (minimink)! I got one, a nice BIG one! And boy, do I need it! It is <9 degrees here at the moment!

It may be warmer than that where you are right now, but you can’t hold back the seasons forever; that’s the yin and the yang of things.

Just as it is fun to strip off in summer, it is wonderful to get all snuggly warm in the chill of Winter.

Be prepared for the cooler weather in style with (minimink) just like me AND J-LO!!

That’s right, Jennifer Lopez loves (minimink)!

She bought no less than *16* of the (minimink) super-luxe teddies ($18.00), ordered via her hand-written note to a famous Hollywood boutique, for her newborn girl-boy twins Max and Emme (pronounced Em-me), to be distributed between her *8* houses!!

I think me and J-LO would get on just fine: I love (minimink), I have multiple (minimink) teddies (2), and houses (1 residential, 1 cubby), and we both have twins, so I think it’s a dead cert I’ll be hanging at one of her 8 pads next time I’m in the Madrid/Mexico/Paris/New York/LA/Malibu/London/St Tropez

Photo courtesy of People.com

Jennifer, if you’re reading this, before you drop me a line so we can hook up at each other’s ranches, why not snap up a few spare teddies at a hot price with the (minimink) exclusive KidStyleFile reader 15% off!

This brings your (minimink) teddies down to a steal at just $15.30 each!!

Enter ‘KSF loves minimink’ at the coupon code section at checkout to receive a special KidStyleFile reader only 15% off the purchase price. Offer ends March 31st.

Don’t delay, grab your (minimink) now before J-LO beats you to it!

Read my previous post on (minimink) for full details on the range of products, and pricing.

(minimink) charge $8.00 for postage Australia wide. International orders are warmly welcomed. See here for more details on shipping costs.

The Minifashionista – www.minifashionista.com.au – birthday celebrations will officially end at midnight March 31, but until then we can all party hard: Shannon from Minifashionista has decided to gift all KidStyleFile readers with a fabulous 15% off store-wide!

Yes! You can go ahead and take 15% off already heavily discounted products in the Minifashionista Mega Summer Clearance Sale!

Yes! You can take 15% off just arrived new season’s stock! (Read on)

Yes, yes yes!!!

Minifashionista stock the coolest range of products; a blend of New York cool meets Euro style, with a liberal twist of Australian quirk. Just what the doctor ordered!

(See my previous post for full details of brands available at Minifashionista – including Small Paul, by Paul Frank; I love I love! – pricing, more pics, and the general low-down).

New products, just in from London, and exclusive to Minifashionista, are the No Added Sugar bio-degradable Shoes, and from the US, Egg by Susan Lazar, and Fleurville Nappy Bags.

Minifashionista has been exclusively stocking the No-Added Sugar clothing range, to the joy of appreciative shoppers, for the last year. Minifashionista are now also exclusive Australian stockists of the super-hot No Added Sugar Shoes.

The beauty of these shoes lies not just in their stunning design, but how they are made. No Added Sugar shoes are handmade using luxury soft chrome-free leathers, and natural dyes free of heavy metals. These shoes are actually biodegradable! Kind to babies and the environment; that’s smart!

Available in pre-walker sizes 6-12 mths, and toddler 12-18 mths, for $43.95 a pair – $37.35 with 15% discount

Stay tuned for No Added Sugar’s Winter Clothing Range arriving at Minifashionista soon.

The Egg by Susan Lazar range is comprised of cable knit layettes, blankets, hats, and booties. The range also includes a bamboo co-ordinates line. Bamboo is hypoallergenic, naturally antibacterial and has a soft silky feel and is also the fastest growing plant in the world, making it the most sustainable of all natural fibres. Sweet!

The Egg by Susan Lazar ‘Camel’ Layette (romper, pictured above) is $69.95 $59.45 with 15% discount, and the Egg by Susan Lazar Hat and Booties set in Ivory (Pictured above) is $79.94 $67.94 with 15% discount.

Fleurville Sling-Tote Nappy Bags, new to the Australian market, are synonymous with style and functionality. They can be carried 3 ways: over the shoulder as a tote, as a messenger bag, or attached to your pram/stroller. They are laid out impeccably and with pragmatism; with lots of pockets, a changing cloth, a see through wipe case, an insulated bottle holder and more.

Fleurville is environmentally aware and active, and Fleurville products are created with Fleurville’s revolutionary polyurethane laminate Green-LAM™. Green-LAM™ has superior attributes like moisture–repellency, UV-resistance, and overall durability, and is non-toxic, unlike PVC, which is more commonly used for applications such as these.

The ‘Pink Stripe’ and ‘Blue Chocolate’ Sling-Tote Nappy Bags pictured above are $199.00 each $169.15 with 15% discount.

Also, keep your eyes peeled for BENK hand knitted hats from the Netherlands, coming very soon exclusively to Minifashionista. Way cool!

Shannon at Minifashionista has a very neat blog — the Fashionista Blog – www.fashionistablog.wordpress.com. Oh, she makes me laugh! And she has excellent excellent taste.

I’m loving the vid she’s put together to showcase the Minifashionista Winter 2008 ranges. View the video here.

Now, just one last thing to communicate to you, dear reader: the small matter of the discount code so you can score yourselves a very fine 15% off all this wonderful produce.

To receive 15% of the total purchase price enter ksf in the discount box at the checkout. Offer applies to all stock. Offer ends March 31. Not to be used in conjunction with any other discount offer.

In addition to all these festivities, if you spend $130.00 or more, Express Postage is FREE, and all orders before the end of March automatically go into the draw to Win a $250 Minifashionista Gift Voucher, drawn at the end of March, 2008 – good luck!

International Orders are welcome. See the Minifashionista customer service page for information on local and international shipping rates.

Update 1 April 2008: extra 10% discount for KidStyleFile readers. Just mention KidStyleFile when you phone to make your order to receive the extra 10% off!

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Charlie’s Bucket stock the best in premium baby and kids clothing, toys, decor, and accessories for babies and kids from birth up to 10 years.

Charlie’s Bucket has the most divine bricks and mortar presence in Hobart, Tasmania, but until now, Charlie’s Bucket hasn’t had an online presence.

Today marks the Charlie’s Bucket online virtual debut, with a online/phone order sale especially for KidStyleFile readers. Yay!

You lucky lucky readers have the opportunity to snap up summer stock of Tea Collection, Moppit, Freshbaked, Milk on the Rocks, Confetti, Kookai Girls and Little Red by Mr Wolf for 50% off RRP, and Munster, Littlehorn, Paper Wings, Infancy, Kookai and Baby PT 40% off RRP, with selected pieces up to 60% off.

These are cheap cheap prices; absolute bargains! I haven’t found them on sale reduced by these amounts anywhere.

Here are some pics of the Charlie’s Bucket store to get you in the mood. Isn’t it just beautiful!

Here’s how to buy:

 

1. Select your goodies, pictured below

2. Place your orders from 10am via telephone on 03 623 12881 (email inquiries to Sandra at charliesbucket@bigpond.com)

3. Make payment over the phone with VISA or Mastercard, or direct debit; bank details will be provided on the phone, and your parcel will be shipped once payment has cleared.

Charlie’s Bucket charge $9.00 Australia for Express Post, and orders over $200.00 are posted free of charge.

Without further ado, onto the seriously cheap luxe-goods!

Click on the thumbnail images to view larger pictures of each item (opens in a new window, so make sure you have pop-ups turned on for this.)

Little Red Run for Your Life Shorts (Sizes 2,4,6,8 in navy and white available) $39.95 now $20.00

Freshbaked Red 50s Sun Dress (sizes 4,6 and 7) $39.95 now $20.00

Blu Bikki Lace Trim Shirt (sizes 1,2 and 4) $67.95 now $30.00

Freshbaked Denim Ruffle Pinafore (sizes 00,0,1,2) $36.95 now $20.00

Paperwings Roll Collar Jacket with Sparkle (size 10) $154.00 now $89.00

Littlehorn Come On Eileen Jumpsuit (sizes 5,6,7) $49.95 now $26.00

Confetti Esprit Vegetal Fraise Dress in dusty pink (size 4) $98.00 now $49.00

Freshbaked Cropped Cardigan (pink: size 7,8,10 cream : size 7,10,14) $39.95 now $20.00
Tea Collection Azmi Dress (size 3,5,6) $79.00 now $36.00

Moppit Cargo Pant (size 3,4,5,6,8) $59.95 now $35.00

Moppit Green and Navy Stripe Polo (size 6,8,10) $44.95 now $25.00

Munster Purple Barbed Boardshort (size 1 (blue) 3,4,6,7,8) $49.95 now $28.00

Moppit Check Short (size 00,0,1,2) $55.00 now $25.00

Littlehorn Pod Boardie (size 5,6,7,8) $39.95 now $23.00

Milk On the Rocks Indian Tee (size 18m, 4,5,6) $68.00 now $30.00

More products on the next page: click me! >>

Just a reminder about the crazy-good sale over the Ekidna Kidswear – www.ekidnakidswear.com.au.

In addition to sale items being reduced to between 15-50% already, Joanne at Ekidna Kidswear is gifting KidStyleFile readers another 15% store-wide!

WOW!

Now you can save, not only on Summer sale stock, but on fabulous NEW season’s stock too!

That is soooo generous – thanks, Joanne

This offer ends March 30, so scoot on over now!

Read the full post for details of pricing for the goodies below, and for discount code details.

Hope you’re having a ‘Bunderful’ Easter Sunday

Ever wonder how all the stores come across fantastic new products? The answer is “trade shows”.

Trade shows are events put together for industry members to allow them to see, touch and talk about the products, and place their orders for the coming season.

The LIFEinSTYLE/KIDSinSTYLE – www.lifeinstyle.com.au – Trade Show is Australia’s leading event for premium and boutique brands.

In February, I went to Sydney to see 200 of the best adults and kids brands on the market show their wares.

The quality was outstanding; I think I stopped at every stand! The ambiance of the LIFEinSTYLE/KIDSinSTYLE show was also something to behold. Great design, great products, great layout, great styling, great music; I’m in heaven!

Trade shows are, as the name suggests, “Trade” only; they aren’t open to the general public. So, as an Easter special feature I’ve put together a little something for KidStyleFile readers; a small sample of the quality on show at LIFEinSTYLE/KIDSinSTYLE, to give you a window into the world of the designers and products that will be coming soon to a store near you.

I have included products from both the ‘LIFE’ and ‘KIDS’ sections. Many products in the ‘LIFE’ category, while not being specifically designed for kids, crossed over into kids territory. That’s what good design is all about. It complements who you are, and how you live, regardless of your age.

Note that I have included the web addresses of the distributors in the presentation, as many of the product aren’t available through retail sites yet. The distributor sites do/will provide information on stockists in due course. See the VIP programme for the presentation for details on the products.

This is a multi-media presentation – I recommend full screen viewing, and there is music – so pump it up and enjoy!

Welcome to the KidStyleFile LIFEinSTYLE/KIDSinSTYLE Trade Show presentation programme, companion to the KidStyleFile LIFEinSTYLE/KIDSinSTYLE presentation.

This programme provides a little information on the products featured in the presentation.

Welcome to the LIFEinSTYLE/KIDSinSTYLE Trade Show at the Royal Hall of Industries, Sydney, February 2008

The venue ambiance – stunning – a stimulating, yet calm, place to be. Excellence in design perfectly executed.

Danish by Design – www.danishbydesign.com.au. Iconic Danish design in the Leander Bed, and Handy Sitt Chair.

Love by Geneine Honey – www.lovehate.com.au. These brooches are so exquisite, and bring the joy of childhood into adult jewellery.

Nordic-retro themed canvas prints from Tiny Bird – www.tinybird.com.au

Sweet printed tees from Studio Antic – www.studioantic.com.au

Iconic Stokke Tripp-Trapp Chairs at the Exquira stand – www.exquira.com.au

The world’s most stylish toy cars – Playsam at Forest for the Trees – www.forestftt.com.au

Nordic style for kids: Elephant range, made in Sweden, from Nordic Designs – www.nordicdesignshome.com.au

Fish Lilly produce cotton wraps for little babes that are unmatched in their softness and sweet design. Love ‘em! Visit www.fishlilly.com.au

Chill out at the LIFEinSTYLE/KIDSinSTYLE lounge, styled by InsideOut magazine

The beautiful Karen and Amber with their wonderful prints at the Me and Amber stand – www.meandamber.com

Babymoov insultated bottle and nappy bags: the funkiest baby bags ever, complete with their own travellers blankie! How thoughtful! Available through Rose and Lilly – www.roseandlilly.com.au from May 2008.

Teeny little ballet flats for little girls (and big ones for their mamas!) at Parisian Ballets – www.parisianballets.com.au

Teeny Me fold out sofas. Kid-focused, to adult standards of aesthetics and quality. Visit www.teenyme.com.au

I just love these timber veneer postcards from Pigeonhole – www.pigeonhole.com.au. Owls are HOT this season. Keep an eye out!

You won’t believe it, but this is a doll’s house! How gorgeous is that?! When can I move in….. Lundby dollhouses brought to you by Axis Trading – www.axis-trading.com

Pip from Woo’s, with the most amazing red clogs, and Simon, from Hamb, doing his best model pose and holding his super-cool tees (available for adults and kids). Visit www.woos.com.au, and www.hamb.com.au

Itch Design are adding to their fine repertoire with melamine plates, and bed-linen. Coming to market soon. Visit www.itchdesign.com.au

The Lana soft toy range at Kideeco – www.kideeco.com.au – has to be seen to be believed. These toys have so much personality and soul.

Look at these extraordinary felted-wool creations at Shweshwe - www.shweshwe.com.au. Oh, how my girls (and me!) would love these in our home.

Sparrow Kids do-it-yourself bag kits from Suzi International – www.suziinternational.com.au. How I love thee!

My kids wear Cuddle Fish swimmers. Highly recommended! Visit www.cuddlefish.com.au

Rock couture from Aussie designers Rock Your Baby – www.rockyourbaby.com.au

These cafe cups from Kek! – www.kek.com.au – look like ceramic, but they’re actually melamine. Perfect for children with style, and no worries for the adults!

Two of my favourite products: the fabulous Trunki Towgo, and the clever Kipiis Bib Clips at the Latitude Longtitude stand – www.latitudelongtitude.com.au

Stunningly coloured printed cards from Studio Antic - www.studioantic.com.au

I heart (minimink) – www.minimink.com.au – to the max, and only just restrained myself from cosying down with one of these blankets at the show. The luxe-ness of these is unparalleled.

Thought and creativity was poured into every inch of the LIFEinSTYLE/KIDSinSTYLE show. This swallow-shaped halogen light fitting exemplifies the excellence.

The KidStyleFile LIFEinSTYLE/KIDSinSTYLE presentation has now concluded. Hope you enjoyed the show

Visit the KidStyleFile LIFEinSTYLE/KIDSinSTYLE presentation to see this programme in all its multimedia glory.