Post written by Miki

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We’ve had a sudden cold snap here today, with incredibly cold winds slicing through me every time I step outdoors and dark clouds scudding along overhead.  It’s had me rifling through the kids’ wardrobes in search of their winter woollies and thinking nostalgically of the winter before last when we were in the Northern hemisphere where they just do winter fashion so beautifully.  Anyone who has ever flicked through a fashion magazine featuring scenes of Paris in winter will know what I’m talking about!

While my days of wearing high fashion may be over for the time being (why would I bother when I spend my days crawling around on the carpet and being covered in small people’s bodily fluids?) I do love to see my children dressed nicely, and I love that they can replicate the Paris chic feel when I shop at Little Frenchy – www.littlefrenchy.com.au. Run by gorgeous French couple Cyril & Aurelie, Little Frenchy brings the best of French childrenswear and accessories down under including pieces from Berlingot, L’Avenue des Bebes, La Queue du Chat, Paristic, Sucre d’Orge and Vulli.

Winter 2011 is now in store and I am inspired to go and stock up on some of it to recreate that northern hemisphere winter rush. That organic cotton hoody at #3 would suit my Master J down to the ground, while Master A loves buttons and would look ever so smart in the Twill Shirt at #1.  Standout pieces for girls must include the Popeline Dress at #2 and the Organic Cardigans in Moss and Strawberry – simply gorgeous. And as a bonus the sizing at Little Frenchy now goes from newborn up to 5!

KidStyleFile readers receive FREE shipping *Australia-wide at Little Frenchy using the code KSFwinter until 8 May 2011. Make the most of this opportunity to inject some chic into your children’s wardrobes without having to leave the house or even pay for postage! Also be sure to check out the remaining summer pieces which are now discounted by up to 40% – great buying for next summer; browse through each category to locate these bargains.

1. Organic Twill Shirt – Indigo, $48.00
2. Organic Popeline Dress IS, $56.00
3. Organic Hoody – Blue, $45.00
4. Organic Skirt – Strawberry, $44.00
5. Organic Girl’s Cardigan – Moss, $49.00
6. Organic Twill Blouse – Strawberry, $45.00
7. Organic Long Sleeve T-Shirt – Moss, $34.00
8. Organic Sleep Suit – Dark Denim, $44.00
9. Organic Girls Cardigan – Strawberry, $49.00
10. Sleeping Bag – Chat Sur Toit, $87.00 $60.00

Little Frenchy stock a select range of imported French labels including Berlingot, L’Avenue des Bebes, La Queue du Chat, Paristic, Sucre d’Orge and Vulli.

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, Delivery and International purchasing, please read here.

Post written by Anna

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Cheeki Brands – www.cheekibrands.com.au have just taken delivery of a special delivery of new designer kids wear just in time for Easter, and your eyes will pop when you see the drastically reduced prices – the Cheeki Brands bunnies must have friends in high places!! There are gorgeous new arrivals just in from Guess, BIG by Fiona Scanlan, Burberry, Chino Kids, Fiona, Lelli Kelly, OOBI Baby & Kids, Run Scotty Run, Timberland, Rhubarb, Walnut and Zaini Bambini all up to 70% off the recommended retail price.

Become a Cheeki Brands Club Member to get access to exclusive merchandise, special discounts on limited stock and updates on new arrivals. Membership is completed with your first transaction.  You may also choose to jump straight into the Cheeki Brands VIP Club which will give you an *extra* 10% discount on already reduced prices when you complete an order of $100+ before postage costs in a single transaction; some conditions apply. Cheeki Brands also run a great Invite A Friend Referral Program with great rewards.

There is extra Easter fun for you because you can receive a further 20% off the last marked price *storewide*- even on sale items up to 70% off – when you spend $75+ in one transaction at Cheeki Brands.  This special discount and is limited to one order per customer and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Enter kidstyle in the discount code section at checkout to redeem. More too, for GUESS Kids lovers: the first 20 customers that purchase from the range receive a bonus Easter OOBI gift (randomly chosen for you) and a bonus $3 credit points for use with your next order. Enter ‘Guess’ in the comments field at checkout to redeem. All offers expire on 30 May 2011.

Discounted prices below are only applicable with discount code kidstyle until 30 May 2011.

1. Guess Girl Dress with Zippers $89.95 $71.95 less 20% =$57.56
2. OOBI Red Dot bubble dress $49.95 $27.00 less 20% = $21.60
   
3. Oobi Cowboy Shirt-NAVY $34.95 $22.00 less 20% = $17.60
   
4. Guess Baby Girl Beige Blouse $49.95 $29.95 less 20% =$23.96
5. Run Scotty Run Checkmate Blazer $54.95 less 20% = $43.96
   
6. Rock Your Baby Bib L/S Sleeve Dress $29.95 $15.00 less 20% = $12.00
   
7. BIG by Fiona Scanlan Stripey Jersey dress $64.95 less 20% = $51.96
   
8. Lego Boys Boot – Navy $119.95 $69.95 less 20% = $55.96
   
9. Guess Boy SALE 2-7 years Ethnic Boy Shirt $79.95 $39.95 less 20% = $31.96
   
10. Lelli Kelly Leather trainer – Silver $99.95 $59.90 less 20 % = $47.92
    
11. FIONA Punjabi Soft Pant $79.95 $51.95 less 20% = $41.56
    
12. Guess Boy SALE 8-14 years Jean Shorts $99.95 $49.95 less 20% = $39.96
    

You will find items from this following designer portfolio at Cheeki Brands: 3 Pommes, Baby E, Bardot, Bardot Junior Baby, BIG by Fiona Scanlan, Bobbleart, Bright Bots, Burberry, Cheeki, Chino Kids, Cuddlefish, DKNY, Escada, Fiona, Frankie Ray, Guess, Happy House, Larranjinha, Lego, Lelli Kelly, Marithe Francios Girbaud, MasterChef Junior, Muchkin, OOBI Baby & Kids, Oshkosh, Ouch, Polka, Rock Your Baby, Run Scotty Run, Timberland, Walnut and Zaini Bambini.

Cheeki Brands delivery prices start at $8.50 for deliveries Australia wide via Registered Post. International deliveries are shipped via Air Mail with prices starting at $20.00. For full delivery information please see here.

Post written by Angela

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Alessandra Sirianni from Barcelona, Spain, recently made contact with me to share her new innovation for strollers: Buggy Socks – buggysocks.com. No, they don’t go on the pram wheels, but on the handles, where their bright colour combinations add zing to the usually unremarkable steering apparatus.

Made of machine washable cotton and available in a choice of 18 colour options – mix and match for greater expressiveness – BuggySocks let you jazz up your kid’s ride and provide a distinctive point of difference that will stand out in the sea of uniform buggies in the playground.

Buggy Socks are available to buy online direct from the BuggySocks website for Euro 14.20 + 3.60 for international shipping. Use the Xe.com currency conversion tool to convert to AUD$.

Post written by Anna

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Happy Monday dear KidStyleFilers! I have a certain cure for Monday-itis for you today in the form of one very happy offer from our stylish friends at Happy Little Hippos – www.happylittlehippos.com.au:

For five days only, all KidStyleFile readers can take an *additional* 35% off all items in the ‘clothing’ category – including sale items and including all new season stock.  There is beautiful new winter stock from Bebe, Chalk n Cheese and delicious savings to be found on all the clothing item in the Sale Section with items Albetta, Chalk n Cheese, Bebe – you can choose from over 150 items on sale in fact!  You will need to enter code HLH2011 which expires at midnight 22 April 2011.

With this host of fashion for winter and the past season bargains, you really are spoilt for choice for all the little people in your world as Happy Little Hippos cater for newborns up to size 7 for boys and girls.

As well as all these beautiful and finely made clothes, you can also indulge in a range of accessories toys, art and craft activities, books, nursery and decor products at Happy Little Hippos all sure to put a smile on your dial, with their flat fee of $6.95 Australia wide or FREE delivery for orders over $150. Go on, get happy!

Discounted prices quoted below are valid while stocks last with code HLH2011 until 22 April 2011 only.

1. Bebe – Four Pocket Padded Vest Charcoal $49.95 less 35% = $32.27
   
2. Albetta – Romper Spot/Corsage $41.95 less 35% = $27.26
   
3. Chalk n Cheese – Blue Cashmere Overcoat $159.95 less 35% = $103.96
   
4. Bebe – Daphne Striped Frill Trim Tee $33.95 less 35% =  $22.06
   
5. Cheeky Little Soles – Walker Shoes Lily $54.95 less 35% = $35.71
   
6. Bebe – Nathan Scarf $33.95 less 35% = $22.06
   
7. Rhubarb – Dress Apple Print $39.95 $19.95 less 35% = $12.96
   
8. Purebaby – Legging White $18.95 $14.95 less 35% = $9.71
   
9. Chalk n Cheese – Lolita Skirt Red $69.95 $49.95 less 35% = $32.46
   
10. Bebe – Nathan Stripe Two Button Jumper $53.95 less 35% = $35.06
    
11. Bonds – Printed Tee $16.95 $9.96 less 35% = $6.47
    

Indulge in a fin at Happy Little Hippos from brands including: Bla Bla, Alimrose, Lundby, Brio, Anamalz, Wheely Bug, Quadrilla, Baufix, Quercetti, Dobbin and Drum, Tolo, K’s Kids, Mooo, Djeco, Mama & Papas, Wanju, Binthe, Automoblox, David Fussenegger, Pintoy, Plan Toys, Cuski, Live, Play, Create, Envirosax, Crocodile Creek, and more, as well as treats for Mums from Miss Uchi, Willow and Finch, T2 Teas, Chalk n Cheese, Alex & Ant, Bebe, Gaia Organic, Albetta, Bluebelle, FLO Dancewear, Fresh Baked and Rhubarb.

Happy Little Hippos charge $6.95 flat rate postage, Australia-wide, or FREE standard Australia Post delivery for orders over $150 Australia-wide; conditions apply; see Ordering and Delivery page for full information.

Post written by Angela

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Kids are natural artists. They render their world in art without any hesitation or self-consciousness, creating truly priceless pieces. I encourage my kids to express themselves via art as much as possible and always carry some paper and pencils in my bag to hand out when the urge to draw strikes or quiet occupation on outings is required.

The BenBat GoVinci Art Backpack means your kids can carry their own art supplies with them wherever they go, together with a fabulous means of displaying them. A transparent display frame built in to the back of the backpack shows off your child’s masterpieces and doubles as a solid work surface. What a brilliant idea!

The GoVinci backpack also features all the functionality you need in a backpack: at approx 30cm(H) x 25cm(W) x 10cm(D) it’s big enough for lots art supplies and lunch too,  internal pockets keep everything sorted, the fully adjustable padded straps and the flexible back provide comfort and the strap reflectors help keep your child safe. As your child’s artwork is unique you and your little one will also have no problem identifying the bag in amongst the slew of others in the locker room.

The BenBat GoVinci Art Backpack is available in a choice of 3 colours for $49.95 from Urban Baby – www.urbanbaby.com.au.

PS While you’re over at Urban Baby take a look at their clearance sale items – with stock reduced by up to 70% off, while stocks last only, you’re bound to like what you find.

Urban Baby stock the following baby and kids designers: Aden & Anais, Active People, Alimrose Designs, Alimrose Designs, Allerhand, Angelcare, Annabel Karmel, Annabel Trends, Automoblox, Avent, Babies Only, BabyBjorn, Baby Cubes, Baby Einstein, BabyMoov, Baby Origami,BabySmart, Babyushka, Babu, Badger Balm, Beba Bean, Being Dad DVD Series, Bical Shoes, Billie Baby Soap, Bloom, Boikido, Boon, Brio, Britt Design, Bubbaroo, Built NY, Chelona Wooden Puzzles, Coco & Eli, Cold Coffee, Crocodile Creek, Crocs Shoes, Cushy Couch, Cuski, D-Lux, David Fussenegger, derriere la porte, Djeco, Dunstan Baby Language, Dwink, Emotion & Kids, Eric Carle, Eternal Baby, Fertile Mind, Fiesta Crafts, Fiona Kate – The Box Seat, FLATOUT Bear, Fred, French Bull Kids, Gaia Organic Cotton, GeoMag, giimmö Childrens Lights, Gina Ford, Go-Home, Graham & Brown, Green to Grow, Grobag Sleeping Bags, The HandySitt Company, Heimess, Hipp, Hotslings, Huggalugs, Ikaboo Childrens Lights, Infantino, Inglesina Mhome Collection, Isoki, et4Kids, Jooki Nappy Bags & Accessories, Karamana Kid, Karlsson, Kiddopotamus, KinderKot, Klippan Bruno, Kreative Kritters Window Peelies, Kuki Kids, Lalito, Lambykins, Leander, le-BIG, Lima Bean, Living Textiles, Lodger, Magnetic Poetry, Mamas & Papas, Manhattan Toy, Melobaby, Me Too Collection by Magis, Minimink, Mudpuppy, Mustela Baby, Nesting Moses Baskets, Nest High Chair, Nice 4 Neez, New Native Baby Slings, Noo Designs, Nurture Designs, Oeuf Furniture, Organised Mum, Pebbles Pouches, Philips, PromoOne, Quicksmart, Ramalama, Ribambelle Bijoux Enfants, Rorkus, Shop Girl, SkipHop, Smart Mom, Teething Bling, Starchild Leather Pre-Walker Shoes, Star & Rose, STUFFit, Sunny, Swobbles, Teeny Me, Thermos, Tiger Tribe, Travel Buddies, Trebimbi, Trunki Kids Luggage, UrbanBaby, Vessel, Vice Versa Baby, Wallcandy, Wee Gallery, Wheely Bug, WMF Cutlery and Dinnerware Sets, ZipBin, and ZUNY.

Urban Baby Ship on weight Australia-wide, and international orders are most welcome. See the Urban Baby postage and handling page for full shipping cost and delivery information.

Post written by Miki

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Hands up who loves Bebe by Minihaha!  What about Bebe Jr., Woof! and Minihaha?  These ‘sibling brands’ are so popular that I’m going to assume just about all of you have your hands up by now! You’ll be thrilled to know that the same design powerhouse who brings us the aforementioned brands has just launched a new label for kids: Fox & Finch. Sized from 2-7 for boys and girls, this is the ‘older sibling’ brand to Bebe Jr. and will delight parents whose offspring are approaching age two and the end of their Bebe wearing days.

A great place to find Fox & Finch’s new Winter 2011 collection is Mini Chatterbox – www.minichatterbox.com.au – where all of the Minihaha brands are stocked up and ready for your purchasing pleasure.

Also essential for this season if you have a little bubba in your midst are the Grobag baby sleeping bags, perfect for keeping baby or toddler warm as the nights get cooler.  Starting from $59.95 they’re an outstanding investment in a better night’s sleep; let’s face it, none of us like having a baby wake up cold at 3am on a chilly winter’s night!

To celebrate the new AW11 arrivals at Mini Chatterbox, proprietor Jamey is giving all KSF readers 20% off all full priced items until 28 April 2011. Enter discount code KSF11 at checkout to redeem. You’ll also be wanting to swing by the sale section for bargains at up to 60% off, and keep in mind that all orders $150+ or more will receive FREE shipping Australia-wide.

Discounted prices quoted on full-priced stock below are valid with code KSF11 until 28 April 2011 only.

1. Fox and Finch Sienna Frill Hem dress $59.95 less 20% = $47.96; Fox and Finch Sienna Faux Fur Vest $68.95 less 20% = $55.16
2. Bebe Kylie Sateen Pinafore $46.95 less 20% = $37.56
3. Skip Hop Duo Deluxe Nappy Bag $129.95 less 20% = $103.96
4. Grobag sleeping bags, from $79.95 less 20% = $63.96
5. Old Soles Polar Boot Patent – Rouge 54.95 less 20% = $43.96
6. Purebaby Knitted Dress – Oatmeal $54.95 less 20% = $43.96
7. Old Soles Jumping Jogger $49.95 less 20% = $39.96
8. Bebe Nathan Pea Coat $59.95 less 20% = $47.96
9. Sooki Baby Zooper Hero Tee $24.95 less 20% = $19.96
10. Purebaby Chunky Knit Jumper $59.95 less 20%= $47.96
11. Sooki Baby Alice Wanders Footed Legging $28.95 less 20% = $23.16

Mini Chatterbox stock a large selection of loved brands and unique items from Aden & Anais, Alex & Charli,  Alex Toys, Alimrose Design, Baobab, b. box, Bebe, Bebe Jnr, Bobble Art, Boon, Carters, Chalk n Cheese, Cocoon Clothing, Cocoon Couture, Cried Wolf, Ellani Petite, Fixoni, Freshbaked Kids, Gymboree UK, HIPP Invitations, Jarmeez, Junior Master Chef, Lil Fraser Wraps, Little Chippi, Love Me Baby, Mill & Mia, Milky, MiniChatterbox, Mini Treasures, Moppit, Old Soles, Olli & Pop, Polarn O. Pyret, Purebaby, Rising Star, Skip Hop,Sooki Baby, Tommy Rocket, Woof, Two Belles, Vulli, Willow and Finn and Walnut.

All orders placed at Mini Chatterbox before 12pm are dispatched within 24 hours. Delivery is via Express Post as standard and starts at $7.95 Australia wide. See delivery for full rates and information.