KidStyleFile

Today’s post written by Miki

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It’s hard to believe it’s only been a year since Jodie Hampshire created her already iconic brand of children’s clothing: Aunty Ollie – www.auntyollie.com.  Her collections have taken off in such a huge way that it seems as though they’ve been around forever, but actually right at the moment it’s Aunty Ollie’s first birthday!

For those who don’t know Aunty Ollie clothing, take it from this devotee – you can’t do better for boys or girls than the vintage and retro inspired pieces designed by Jodie.  My sons have several of her Little Man shirts now and I still want more, not least because they get compliments every time they wear the shirts out.  The quality of fabric, the cut, the tailoring, it all just combines to make such lovely garments. Little girls clothing is equally adorable, and I’m smitten with Aunty Ollie Ladies!  So many pieces I want for myself, where do I start?

Jodie knows how to throw a birthday party too!  Check out the party games at Aunty Ollie this week – there’s a massive winter sale with up to 50% off a stunning range of current season items, a lucky dip where every shopper will receive a surprise garment in their order, and a competition where one lucky shopper will win $500 store credit at Aunty Ollie – WOW! Both of these promotions end 30 June 2010. There’ s also a fantastical treasure hunt running from 7-11 June 2010 thaat you won’t want to miss – read below for instructions on how to join in.

In addition to all of the above Jodie at Aunty Ollie is giving KidStyleFile readers 20% off all full priced winter clothing, and the same discount on Aunty Ollie Ladies!  The code to use at checkout is ‘KSF‘ and it expires at 9am AEST Monday 7 June  2010 – so you have a week, folks, get cracking!

Aunty Ollie treasure hunt – how to play: It works like this:  once a day at an unspecified time, Jodie will post a clue to her blog and her  Facebook page. The clue will lead you on a search through the webshop until you can identify the name of the garment she is referring to (both style and print, eg, Little Man Shirt Lizards or Mama Play With Me Top Retro), and then the first person to email the correct answer to auntyollie@auntyollie.com will win that garment in their chosen size, with FREE postage!

The prices below discounted by 20% are valid with the code, ‘KSF’ which expires 9am AEST 7 June 2010. Prices listed are in US dollars. Use the XE currency converter to translate prices to AUD.

1. Boho Skirt – Green, $35.00 less 20% = USD$28.00
2. Whodunnit Trench – White, $100.00 SALE PRICE USD$70.00
3. Little Man Shirt LS – Cream Transport, $39.00 less 20% = USD$31.20
4. Little Lady Wrap Top – Blue, $39.00 less 20% = USD$31.20
5. Little Lady Wrap Dress – Red, $45.00 less 20% = USD$36.00
6. Swinging Sister Coat – Brown, $80.00 SALE PRICE USD$40.00
7. Daddy Hoodie – Green, $43.00 less 20% = USD$34.40
8. Aunty Ollie Ladies Caroline Dress – Green Birds, $90.00 less 20% = USD$72.00
9. Aunty Ollie Ladies Librarian Skirt – Red Apples, $70.00 less 20% = USD$56.00

Aunty Ollie postage charges to Australia start at USD$10 (currently just under AUD$11.00) for up to three items.

Today’s post written by Leah

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Brrrr…. the cold front that blew in over the weekend is chilling my bones which can only mean one thing! Winter? Well yes, but I was thinking NEW WARDROBE! I know, I know, I picked up a few things here and there for the kidlets in previous weeks, but the colder weather has made me think that a few warm extras are needed.

Who better to convince me than the ladies at  ShopHouse – www.shophouse.com.au who have opened the hatches and declared it Mid Season Sale time. With 50% off Mill + Mia and OshKosh;  40% off Moppit, Polka, and Chalk n Cheese;  20% off Baby Bloch, Bonds, Pure Baby, Three Little Trees, Snugglebum PJs and  David Fusseneger Blankets; and 15% off Oobi, now is the perfect time to embrace the colder weather and stock up on some of those winter staples (and luxuries).

I know many of our readers have been watching, breath held, to see Oobi mentioned on our posts with a nice little discount attached. If you are one of those mentioned, breathe easy, here is a cure for Mondayitis especially for you – ShopHouse have discounted their entire Oobi collection!! With a birthday party held outside just around the corner I’m tossing up between the Oobi Baby Smock Dress – Silver Grey and the Oobi Baby Darcy Ballerina Pettiskirt – Starry Night Navy for Miss N. I’m already sold on the funky Oobi Baby British Tweed Trousers for my little man, with the Oobi Baby Fine Knit Vest – Charcoal Stripe added to provide a preppie look. Oobi-licious regardless!!

Moppit is selling out fast at a crazy 40% off. Today is the day to pick up some of the latest long sleeve winter tees for under $24.00 a piece.  I’ve found Moppit to be hard wearing as well as stylish. My fussy Master R is always happy to don one of the super cool prints and the jeans always last more than one season! What’s more, just like Oobi they are designed right here in Australia!

The “sale” category is yet to be populated  with these bargains, so you are in for an ‘insider’ hint – head over to ShopHouse and search your favourite brands for your picks. Sale ends midnight 1 June 2010, so quick quick, stop reading and head over before it’s gone! The sale nixes the use of any other offers or code, BUT you will receive FREE postage for orders over $150.00: bonus!

Oobi:

Oobi Baby Raincoat Jacket – Whale $54.95 $46.71
Oobi Baby Darcy Ballerina Pettiskirt – Starry Night Navy $69.95 $59.46
Oobi Baby Smock Dress – Silver Grey $39.95 $33.96
Oobi Baby Military Overcoat – British Tweed $64.95 $55.21 and Oobi Baby Japanese Wash Jeans – Classic $44.95 $38.21

Chalk n Cheese:

Chalk n Cheese Tiffany Dress – Liquorice $69.95 $41.97
Chalk n Cheese Schroom Dress – Red $89.00 $53.40

Polka:

Polka My Power Knitted Jumper $79.95 $47.97
Polka Mod Pod Knitted Dress $89.95 $53.97

Moppit:

Moppit Suki Coat Dress $79.95 $47.97
Moppit L/S Tee – Blue Rainbow Bird $39.95 $23.97
Moppit L/S Tee – Yellow Monster + Friend $39.95 $23.97
Moppit L/S Tee – Pink Butterfly Balloon $39.95 $23.97

Shophouse stocks an assortment of labels including: Adiri Natural Nurser, Alimrose Designs, and the little dog laughed, Annabel Trends, b.box, Baby Bloch, Baobab, Bobble Art, Bonds, Chalk n Cheese, Cocoon Couture, Cuddlefish, David Fussenegger, Eco.Kid, En Gry & Sif, Funky Buddha Bibs, Galmatic, Get Fresh, Huggalugs, ID Tee, Jedko Games Co, Kee-Ka, Kiddysac, Kobba Toys, Krooom, Lark, Lil’ Lana, Look at the Wall, Milestone Press, Mill&Mia, Moltex Nappies, Mon Tresor, Mondays Child Pyjamas, Monster Couture, Moppit, Moveables, Noo Designs, Oobi Baby, OshKosh, Pebbles, Penny Scallan, Polka, Pure Baby, Red Wagon, Rileah Design, Serena + Lily, ShopHouse, Silverado Jewellery, Snugglebum, Teeny Me, The Little Experience, WotNot.

ShopHouse charge a flat rate of $6.95 for e-Parcel delivery Australia wide, and a flat delivery charge of AUD$20 for international orders. Click here for full information.

Today’s post written by Leah

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Cupcakes are a must-have party treat here at Kidstylefile. In fact, cupcakes are a ‘must have’ whenever we can get our greedy little hands on them! Sometimes, we even joke that cupcakes could be a currency, as many of the team would happily work a few hours for a beautfully presented and richly flavoured cupcake.

This week, we present (among the party hats and table settings) a collection of cupcake supplies that had us pondering which of our favourite recipe mixes to bake in these delightful cases and whether or not we should have a birthday party trial run to use them ASAP. I’m busily searching through How to Eat a Cupcake and Wee Love Baking for some inspiration!

Do your kids wear birthday hats at their parties? For many of us, it seems a thing of the past. However, with the gorgeous felt crown and princess hat on display below, you may just change your mind!

Table Settings:

Placemats – Fresh Apple $25.00 fromThe Infant Boutique; Wooden Forks $0.30 from The Party Studio; Paper Eskimo Lollypop Pink Paper Plates (12) $5.95 from The Party Parlour; Paper Doiley Set (72 pcs) $19.95 from Ten Little Indians; Paper Napkins (20 pack) $4.95 from The Party Studio; Samebellina Blue Polka Dot Party Paper Plates $6.95 from Lark;  Nesting Birds Paper Party Beverage Cups (Set of Eight) $7.50 from Pink Frosting; Sunshine Stripes Paper Plates (Dinner Size) (8) $8.00 from I Love Parties; Fairytale Princess Luncheon Plates (pack of $9.95 from Pink Frosting; Spot Napkins – Blue (20) $9.95 from The Party Parlour; Sambellina Polka Dot Multi-Blue Cups (12) $6.95 from The Party Parlour; Lattice Rose Paper Cups (8) $7.00 fromI Love Parties; Cath Kidston Melamine Plate (Cowboy)$15.00 from Lark; Big Top Paper Napkins (16) $8.00 from I Love Parties ; Paper Eskimo Super Spy Hero Napkins (20) $5,95 from The Party Parlour.

Party Hats:

Childrens Felt Crown -Nursery Rhymes $26.00 from Gifts Created (at Made It); Fairy Girls Princess Hat $16.95 from The Petite Party Company; Butterflies & Flower Birthday Kids Party Hats (Set of Six) $18.95 from Pink Frosting; Butterfly Tiara $2.00 from The Party Parlour; Gold Tooth Hats $3.95 $1.95  from The Speckled Freckle.

Cupcake Supplies:

Robert Gordon – Baked With Love Cupcake Party Pack Farm $11.00 $7.50 from Peters of Kensington; Fairy Cupcake Kit $42.95 $24.95 from Twiggi; Cowboy Cupcake Wrappers $14.95 from Lark; Hearts Muffin Papers $9.95 from Ten Little Indians; Red & White Spot Cardboard Cupcake Stand $14.95 from Ten Little Indians; Cupcake Wrap Arounds by Robert Gordon $6.95 from The Petite Party Company; Decorate Me’ Cupcake Wrappers $14.95 from Lark; Duckies Cupcake Wrapper Canary Yellow $16.50 from Pink Frosting; Cupcake Cups Blue Stripe Paper Eskimo $5.95 from The Petite Party Company; 6 Polkadot Cupcake Wrappers…Reversible & Reusable $8.20 from CupCakes (at Made It ); Double Sided Cupcake Wrappers $11.95 from Pink Frosting

Please check individual stores for postage and delivery information.

Today’s post written by Anna

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For me (and thousands like me) sale time = fun times! And if it’s a sale you’re on the hunt for today, you are in for fun times in rather spectacular measure, because our gorgeous friends over at Buckets & Spades – www.bucketsandspades.com.au have one very LARGE sale happening right now.

It’s their BIG Mid Winter Sale: with up to 40% off selected items by Fred Bare, Eeni Meeni, e3M, Big By Fiona, Fiona, Little Horn, Minti, Scotch and Soda, Two Belles and Tommy Rocket. Before you shop, please note prices are as marked and free postage will not apply on sale items.

In true Buckets & Spades style, this sale is so large it’s a little tricky to know where to begin! Sizes range from 000-14 which really is an incredible array of sizes to choose from, plus they have matching number of styles to choose from too. There are tops, dresses, pants and jackets all with a touch of ‘special’ that makes designer kids fashion stand apart from the crowd.

Winter time often means a layered outfit, topped off with a great winter jacket. If you need to source on for your little person, with the fantastic range of jackets on offer at Buckets & Spades you are bound to source a beauty!  I love the Fred Bare Hooded Swing Jacket for your little lady and one of the Diesel Screech Sweaters for your spunky little man.

Sale prices quoted below are only applicable while stocks last.

No links today, as Buckets & Spades is a frames-based site. Please use the search tool and the menu options on the Buckets & Spades site to locate the goodies below.

1. FIONA by Fiona Scanlan Spotted Alice Dress was $94.95 now $65.00
2. Diesel Traebo T-Shirt was $79.00 now $59.00
3. FRED BARE Folk Print Voile Dress was $75.90 now $55.00
4. FRED BARE Knit Cardigan was $75.90 now $59.00
5. Diesel Screech Sweaters was $129.00 now $89.00
6. FRED BARE Street Fit Stretch Twill Jean was $71.50 now $55.00
7. Trelise Cooper Kids New Your Pretty Dress was $285.00 now $99.00
8. FRED BARE Skinny Cord Jean was $75.90 now $59.00
9. FRED BARE Zip Front Cardigan was $86.90 now $59.00
10. FRED BARE Fleece Hooded Swing Jacket was $86.90 now $59.00

Buckets & Spades Ordering Process – PLEASE READ BEFORE PLACING AN ORDER

Because Buckets & Spades’ online store runs additionally to their two impressive bricks & mortar stores, there is a special process for placing orders:

1. Collect all the items you love into the shopping cart
2. Submit your order to Buckets and Spades - Note that no payment is required at this stage
3. After Zlata and her team receive your order they will check stock, and then phone you to arrange payment over the phone.

You will find fantastic designer brands at Buckets & Spades, including: Fred Bare, Eeni Meeni Miini Moh, Diesel, Big by Fiona Scanlan, Trelise Cooper Kids, Guess, Fiona, Hula Girl, Tommy Rocket, Two Belles, Little Horn, Minti, Ed Hardy, Oobi, Little Horn and Petit Bateau.

Buckets & Spades send via Express Post only Australia wide. The charges are: up to 500gms, $7.00, up to 3kg, $10.00. International orders are warmly welcomed; contact Zlata for a quote via the ‘Contact us’ menu option.

Today’s post written by Miki

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Problem: I have to buy one present for my friend’s seven-year-old son, and another for my cousin’s two-year-old daughter, and I haven’t the faintest idea what to get either of them. Solution: I go to Gifts 4 Kidz – www.gifts4kidz.com.au.

Marina and Sanja at Gifts4Kidz have a huge range of gifts for kids from all the top brands, so many in fact that I can’t list them all here!  She’s even helpfully put things into categories, so now it’s super easy to find a gift for a baby, a toddler, a kid or a teen.  Then once you’ve selected what you need to buy, Marina and her team will gift wrap it beautifully for FREE, and then send it either to you or directly to the lucky recipient.  Phew!  Thank goodness for this wonderful site.

There’s currently a big sale on at Gifts4Kidz with up to 30% off a massive range of brands including: Alperstein Designs, Automoblox, b.box, Bebe (Winter ’10), Bebe Jr (Winter ’10), Bobble Art, Books to Wear (Winter ’10), Britt Design,Christopher Vine Design, Djeco, ecococoon, Flo Dancewear, Jacques Farel, Kate Finn, Lakeland Design, Little Swish, Lovely Chubblies, Manhattan Toy Co, Melobaby Milestone Press,  Mini Treasures (Winter ’10), Minihaha (Winter ’10), Pintoy, Posh!, Rush Bags & Accessories, sunnyLIFE, Super Mario Bros, Tahlia (Winter ’10), Tiger Tribe, Tommy Rocket (Winter ’10), Uttam Kids (Winter ’10), Willow & Finn (Winter ’10), Woof! Clothing (Winter ’10), and Zoe Bonbon.

New in store now are:

• Wheely Bug
• Seedling Craft Kits
• Djeco
• Two Belles
• BLOCH
• Jarmeez

Gifts4Kidz are offering KSF readers 30% off these brands until 12 June 2010. Can you believe that? It’s true! Just enter ‘KSF30′ at checkout to carve 30% off your order!

PS: If you’re in Sydney you’re a lucky ducky: Gifts4Kidz are opening their flagship bricks and mortar store in Sydney Metro within the next month – exciting times!

The prices below are valid using the code ‘KSF30′ which expires on 12 June 2010.

1. Jarmeez Pyjamas – Rocket Raider Tee Set, $29.95 less 30% = $20.96
2. Seedlings Kits: The Junior Doctor Kit; Make Your Own Erupting Volcano; Create Your Own Kaleidescope; $54.95ea less 30% = $38.46
3. Rebecca by BLOCH – Atlantic, $89.95 less 30% = $62.96; Red Toddler Tap by BLOCH, $79.95 less 30% = $55.96
4. Wheely Bug Cow – Large, $130.00 less 30% = $91.00; Wheely Bug Ladybug – Small, $110.00 less 30% = $77.00
5. Djeco: Pirate Lantern, $19.95 less 30% = $13.96; Geoform Boxed Set, $59.95 less 30% = $41.96; Birthday Party Teatime, $74.95 less 30% = $52.46

Gifts4Kidz charge a flat rate delivery of $9.95 Australia wide and provide FREE gift packaging. For full information, including International orders, please see Delivery and Returns.

Today’s post written by Leah

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Despite three years of highschool French classes I never really internalised any of the vast conversational language I practiced, taking with me only the knowledge that the French epitomise chic styling, and saying just about anything with a French accent sounds romantic and, dare I say it, high end. If you don’t know any French at all, I could easily convince you that I am fluent by rapidly listing all my favourite French labels. A nice party trick, hey? I dream of walking the streets of Paris whilst window shopping amongst the boutiques. Oh my……one day…but until that day arrives, let me introduce you to Little Frenchy – www.littlefrenchy.com.au.

Australia’s leading childrens importer of French designer maternity wear, accessories and baby clothing from 0 to 2, Little Frenchy is the innovation of Cyril and Aurelie, Sydney based French expats, who while expecting their first baby, Thomas, late last year, developed the concept of an online Australian based site that would gather together the very best of French designed childrens fashion, and voila! Little Frency was born.

Little Frenchy boasts an array of exclusive high end products (over 60 in total) from six iconic French brands: L’Avenue des Bébés, Berlingot, Sucre d’Orge and Sophie la Girafe. I’m also thrilled to see La Queue du Chat on offer. This vibrant label ensures all of their products are made from 100% organic cotton certified GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard). I’m in love with the Organic striped sweatshirt and its perfect for little ones with sensitive skin. Other finds include maternity dresses that will make even your non-pregnant friends envious, sleepsuits, babysuits, blouses, denim trouser and a certified Fair Trade and 100% organic cotton label. The nursery wall stickers from Paristic are also stunning.

Until 30 June 2010 Little Frenchy are running a super sale with 30% off selected products, while stocks last – browse the site to locate them – with FREE postage on all orders. Enter discount code ‘KSF78‘ at checkout to redeem. Au revoir for now – I’m off to shop!

Prices quoted below are valid while stocks last until 31 June 2010.

1. La Queue du Chat Organic corduroy bloomer WAS $49.00 NOW $34.30
2. La Queue du Chat Organic sleepsuit-light blue WAS $59.00 NOW $41.30
3. La Queue du Chat Organic bodysuit roll neck WAS $32.00 NOW $22.40
4. La Queue du Chat Organic jean cut trousers WAS $59.00 NOW $41.30
5. Berlingot Dress set WAS $95.00 NOW $66.50
6. La Queue du Chat Organic hoody WAS $69.00 NOW $48.30
7. Berlingot Cardigan WAS $85.00 NOW $59.50
8. Berlingot Bermuda set WAS $95.00 NOW $66.50
9. Sucre d Orge Cardigan WAS $45.00 NOW $31.50
10. Sucre d Orge Trousers set WAS $89.00 NOW $62.30
11. L Avenue des Bebes Butterfly Belt WAS $59.00 NOW $41.30
12. L Avenue des Bebes Long sleeve Shirt WAS$139.00 NOW $97.30

Little Frenchy offers Flat Rate postage of $7.50 Australia wide on all orders. Any orders over $150 are delivered FREE of charge (within Australia only). For full details on Ordering, Devlivery and International purchasing, please read here.