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Welcome to the week, friends!

I have a lovely treat for you today, in the form of the freshly launched Gifts4Kids - www.gifts4kidz.com.au - who bring you a wonderful range of giftable toys, nursery pieces, jewellery, and accessories for kids from birth into the teen years.

All products have been carefully selected for quality, style, uniqueness, with a focus on leading Australian and European brands including Britt, Djeco, Le Toy Van, Kate Finn, Chippie, Little Beetle, Tin Lid Designs, Melo Baby, Creative Education, Alperstein Designs, Missi Missi, Tiger Tribe, Little Swish, Jacques Farel and Zoe Bonbon.

Sanja and Marina at Gifts4Kidz are will be continuously expanding their range; look out for sleepwear, and additional newborn gift packs, which will be on the site soon.

Exceptional care and effort is taken to ensure that “wow” factor when someone receives a Gifts4Kidz gift. All purchases are packaged in our gorgeous signature gift bags free of charge, with a personalised card to match, and orders are speedily dispatched to you within 24 hours.

To celebrate their launch, Gifts4Kidz are gifting KidStyleFile readers 10% off all purchases made between 1-31 September.  Enter ‘KSF’ in the promotion code section at checkout to redeem.

See below for today’s picks.

I am enthralled by the Zoe Bonbon bracelets, particularly the “I Love Paris!”design below. Zoe resides and creates in the Loire valley in France, and was formerly a designer for fashion house Rochas. Her creations are listed as a gift for a teen, I think us Mums could easily treat ourselves to this one as well!!

The Alice in Wonderland Chess Set is another superb item on offer at Gifts4Kids. Read the book to fire the imagination, and then teach your daughter or son this timeless game of strategy.

More imaginative play is fostered with the nothing short of fabulous Le Toy Van wooden dollhouses and pirate ships (amongst other things: it’s hard to make a choice as *all* Le Toy Van products are such a delight!). I’m loving the pirate dress-up costume, which brings some theatrical pomp to the genre with it’s velour fabric, and golden tassels, and it makes a perfect accompaniment to the Pirate Ship.

For babies you cannot go past the Kanoe, said to sooth even the most unsettled babe, and the Melo Baby all-in-one nappy wrap and change mats.

Clockwise from top left. Prices quoted are after the 10% discount has been applied:

Kanoe in ‘Earth and Sky’ (also available in ‘Khaki and Natural’) $349.00 $314.10
Zoe Bonbon “I Love Paris!” bracelet (available in a range of designs) $169.00 $152.10
Le Toy Van Sweetheart Cottage Set (includes furniture and dolls) $259.95 $233.95
Le Toy Van Shanghai Warrior Pirate Ship Set (includes figurines and accessories) $145.00 $130.50
Melo Baby in ‘Melonoir’ (black. Also available in MeloChoc) $59.95 $53.95
Roald Dahl Book Pack: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and The BFG $31.00  $27.90
Miss Missi Beanbag Junior Boys $79.95 each $71.95
Pirate Dress-up set $32.95 $29.65
Alice in Wonderland Chess Set $130.00 each $117.00

Gifts4Kidz charge a flat rate delivery of $9.95 Australia wide.

Today Miki delivers you some knockout news from the gorgeous Bubba Funk - dig in!

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Bubba Funk fans (that means everyone), listen up!

Sarah and Mariana at Bubba Funk - www.bubbafunk.com.au - are having a huge winter clear-out with up to 40% off in their well-stocked sale section. They need to create room for new Spring stock, so what’s left from Winter has to go go go!

I was delighted to find one of my best-loved New Zealand brands, Nature Baby, in the Bubba Funk sale section, and at great discounted prices no less. For those of you who don’t know Nature Baby, it’s all organic super-soft cotton and the quality is just outstanding. It’s absolutely perfect as a new baby gift… if you can bring yourself to give it away! My kid has a heap of Nature Baby in his wardrobe; I don’t think it’s possible to have too much of it.

Also in the sale section are items from designers such as Egg Baby by Susan Lazar, Marquise, loads from Moppit, adorable shoes and booties from Beautiful Soles and Britt Baby, plus clothes from Britt Baby too. There’s also a great range of Oobi, both summer and winter stock, and some lovely pieces from Quilt Baby. And as I said before, all of this is up to 40% off! Yow!

But hold on a minute!

Before you go racing off to make your purchases, hear this: the girls at Bubba Funk are offering KidStyleFile readers 25% off storewide*, including sale items! That’s an absolutely outstanding offer!! This offer is only good until August 31, so make sure you get in before then, and I’d suggest right now because that fantastic sale stock is never going to last at these discounts. Enter KSF08 at checkout to get the extra 25% off.

Now, tear your eyes away from the sale section for a moment to consider what else in the store you could apply a 25% discount to. The obvious answer is ‘everything’ of course, but let’s be a bit more specific here.

What about 25% off Il Tutto?! Bubba Funk have a big range of the luxurious, luscious Il Tutto nappy bags, and it’s very rare to find this much of a discount on them. I’ve been eyeing off the Olivia clutch for quite some time - it might be time to take the plunge.

Room decor is plentiful with designers such as David Fusseneger, Luna Ninos, and Aden + Anais, and there’s a massive range of wall decals from Little Chipipi and Forwalls. I love the blackboard decals, I think they’re a brilliant idea for kids’ rooms, but also for playrooms and the kitchen, or even the bathroom! I do my best thinking in the shower, perhaps I should put a blackboard wall sticker in there so that I have somewhere to record my ‘eureka moments’ before they vanish forever!

I can’t even begin to list all the beautiful products available at Bubba Funk, but suffice to say they carry these top designers: Aden + Anais, Annabel Trends, Babu, Baby Brands, Beautiful Soles, Bod, Bod for Bubs, Boon, Britt, Bud by Designroom, David Fussenegger, Egg Baby by Susan Lazar, Fish Lilly, For Walls, Grobag, Il Tutto, Isoki, John Crane, Little Chipipi, Luna Ninos, Marquise, Moppit, Nature Baby, Oobi Baby, Present Time, Quilt Baby, Ramalama, Vice Versa and Well Spotted.

Here are just a few of my picks:

Britt Baby Cuddles Booties, $38.50 $28.50 $21.38 with 25% KSF discount
John Crane Little Rolling Truck, $35.95 $26.96 with 25% KSF discount
Moppit Bluey Denim Jeans, $59.95 $49.95 $37.46 with 25% KSF discount
Oobi Cord French Schoolboy/girl Shorts - Sky, $39.95 $29.95 $22.46 with 25% KSF discount (also available in chocolate)
Nature Baby Organic Drawstring Pants - Navy Stripe, $24.95 $20.95 $15.71 with 25% KSF discount
Nature Baby Organic Longsleeve Bodysuit, $22.95 $18.95 $14.21 with 25% KSF discount
Annabel Trends Cuddly Critter Squidgy Travel Pillow - Pig, $19.95 $14.96 with 25% KSF discount
Nature Baby Organic Baby Massage Oil, $24.95 $20.95 $15.71 with 25% KSF discount
David Fusseneger Wise Owl Jewel Blanket, $49.50 $37.12 with 25% KSF discount
Il Tutto Chiara Leather Nappy Bag - Red, $449.00 $336.75 with 25% KSF discount

Bubbafunk ship Australia-wide for about $7.95 per package, depending on weight. Please see here for more information.

* This offer is only available on in-stock items and is not available in conjunction with any other offer.

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Elizabeth at La Toriana - www.latoriana.com.au - really knows how to throw a good sale, and this one is a doozy!

In order to clear out the winter range to make room for spring and summer, she has discounted a fantastic range of designers by up to 40%!

In the Winter*SUPER*Sale section at La T you’ll find Eternal Creation, Finnigan Finn, Lazybones Sleepwear, Tickled Pink, BRITT Design and more.

Not only does Elizabeth have a fabulous range of winter gear discounted at up to 40% off, she is offering KidStyleFile readers an extra special discount:

Until the August 13, loyal readers at KidStyleFile can take an EXTRA 20% OFF!!! WOW!

Enter ‘KSFbub’ at checkout to claim this generous bonus.

That means the sale section now has up to 60% off for KSF readers! But remember, the extra KSF discount is only until August 13, so don’t delay.

The 20% off code can be used store-wide, which means you can use it on all of La Toriana’s fabulous brands including annieB, Britt, Cheeky Little Soles, Dobbin and Drum, Eternal Creation, Finnigan Finn, Hey Baby, 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, and new to La Toriana, Britt, Nanny Pickle, Oopsidaisi and prem baby brands Tummy Bear and Early Birds.

Here’s a taste of what you can get your mitts on at the moment:

Clockwise from top left: Quoted prices include 20% discount until 13 August.

Eternal Creation winter baby dress in blue, $45.95 $36.76 - less 20% = $29.40
Wooden fruit & vege with wooden chopping board and ‘knife’, $25.95 less 20% = $20.76
Finnigan Finn Gabby taupe, $39.95 $27.50 less 20% = $22.00
Finnigan Finn Beth (green cord designer winter dress), $59.99 $47.99 less 20% = $38.39
Lazybones Sleepwear ‘Bobby Brown’ pyjamas, $39.95 $31.96 (I just adore these) less 20% = $25.56
Finnigan Finn Tabitha tights, $21.95 $16.47 less 20% = $13.17
Eternal Creation Patch pants, $49.95 $34.05 less 20% = $27.24
Finnigan Finn Ethan tee, $39.95 $31.96 less 20% = $23.52
BRITT Design shaggy calf length boots, $49.95 $39.96 less 20% = $31.96

Now, I did say above that Elizabeth is clearing out winter stock to make way for new products, so to get a taste of what’s coming in have a look through the ‘new products‘ section.

So much to see in there! The Oopsidaisi hair ties are just too cute and are the perfect gift for the little girl in your life, and there’s also new Oobi.

Then there’s my personal favourite: the new Australian-made organics range from Eco Peko. Made from 100% cotton, beautifully soft and stretchy and completely unbleached, you can’t get anything better for ultra-delicate skin. The designs are gorgeous too, a mix of delicate and funky so there’s something to suit every child’s personality and needs.

Eco Peko organic ‘Green House’ t-shirt, $39.95 less 20% = $31.96
Eco Peko organic onesie, $42.95 less 20% = $34.36

A final word: Angela was at the kids inSTYLE trade show over the weekend, and she caught up with Elizabeth at the Tea Princess stand. We’re looking forwards to seeing the spring/summer Tea Princess collection at La T in the near future. Even more gorgeousness at La Toriana - can’t wait!

La Toriana charge $7.50 postage Australia-wide.

Today is National Premmie Day. Chances are you know someone, or are someone, who’s had a prem baby: each year over 20,000 newborn Australian babies are admitted to Neo-natal Intensive Care Units and Special Care Nurseries owing to their pre-term arrival.

Today is the day to spare a thought - and a dollar or two - for those that toil to save the lives of little babies needing medical assistance, to those tiny little souls who fight so fiercely for survival and triumph over the odds, and to those angel babies who didn’t stay in this life long, but who profoundly touched the lives of those around them while they did.

Elizabeth at La Toriana - www.latoriana.com.au (mum to 3 prem babies herself) is offering KidStyleFile readers a unique opportunity to grab a bargain and support the National Premmie Foundation in their mission to offer support to prem babies and their families.

Make a purchase at La Toriana and receive a KSF exclusive 20% discount, plus a free gift for you. In addition, Elizabeth will donate 10% of your purchase amount to the National Premmie Foundation with an individual card including your name (optional) and donation amount.

Enter discount code ‘premmie‘ at checkout to receive 20% off your order. This offer runs for 3 days only, and ends midnight 27 July, so make haste!

Inspired by Elizabeth’s generosity, KidStyleFile has today made a donation to the National Premmie Foundation. Visit the National Premmie Foundation to make your own donation.

La Toriana sells divine clothing, toys and accessories for little babes from birth, and boys and girls up to 5 years.

Brands stocked include annieB, Britt, Cheeky Little Soles, Dobbin and Drum, Eternal Creation, Finnigan Finn, Hey Baby, 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, and new to La Toriana, Britt, Nanny Pickle, Oopsidaisi and prem baby brands Tummy Bear and Early Birds.

In the La Toriana Premmie Baby section of the store, you’ll find a sweet and thoughtful range of products just for prem babies and their families and friends, including perfect little clothing pieces, and keepsake dolls so you can always remember how teeny your little babe was.

Clockwise from top left:

Early Birds Premmie Jacket $27.95 $22.36 after 20% discount.
Early Birds Premmie Jumpsuit and Hat Set $40.95 $32.76 after 20% discount.
Early Birds Booties $21.95 $17.56 after 20% discount.
Snow White Polar Bear $32.95 each $26.36 after 20% discount.
Cuski Comforter $39.95 $31.96 after 20% discount.
Tummy Bear Keepsake Dolls Weighted: $85.95 $68.76 after 20% discount. Unweighted: $70.95 $56.76 after 20% discount.
Nana Huchy Edwardo the Donkey $25.95 $20.76 after 20% discount.

Of course there’s plenty in store for bigger babies and kids too:

Eternal Creation Boys Tri-colour Long sleeved Tee with Star $36.95 just $29.56 after 20% discount
Finnigan Finn ‘Beth’ Green Cord Winter dress $59.99 just $47.99 after 20% discount

Cheeky Little Soles Superstar $31.95 just $25.56 after 20% discount
Tea Princess Soft Cord Dress Pants $52.95 just $42.36 after 20% discount

Also, La T are now stocking a new jewellery line from Mon Tresor, the ‘Princess Collection‘: delicate bracelets adorned with glass pearls, silver butterfly and dragonfly charms, Swarovski hearts and crystals.

Priced at just $19.95, $15.96 after 20% discount, these make for a very affordable special gift.

You can see all posts and more picks for 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.

Hello Yummy Mummys, Gentle-Babies, and NADs* in the audience

Today I’d like to give you the heads-up on some very new news: there’s a brand new kid in town. The name’s Funk. Bubba Funk - www.bubbafunk.com.au.

Bubba Funk are new to our screens - they launched only last week - and they are making a great first impression.

Start with the high quality and usability of their website, work through the impressive stable of brands they are carrying including Aden + Anais, Annabel Trends, Babu, Baby Brands, Beautiful Soles, Bod, Bod for Bubs, Boon (if you’ve been looking for a Boon Frog Pod going cheap, jump now: it’s only $35.96 after all discounts have been applied!) , Britt, Bud by Designroom, David Fussenegger, Egg Baby by Susan Lazar, Fish Lilly, For Walls, Grobag, Il Tutto, Isoki, John Crane, Little Chipipi, Luna Ninos, Marquise, Moppit, Nature Baby, Oobi Baby, Present Time, Quilt Baby, Ramalama, Vice Versa and Well Spotted, and work your way to their ultra-chic custom gift wrapping, and you will be nodding and muttering ‘yes, yes, ooh yes!!’ to yourself just like me!

To really make their mark, Bubba Funk are celebrating their debut in fine style with a 20% off store-wide sale.

Because KidStyleFile readers are at the forefront of all that’s hip and in the know, Bubba Funk want to reward your savvy gorgeousness with an additional 10% off. All you have to do is enter discount code KSF01 at checkout.

Offer ends midnight 15 July, so do not delay!

Here are some serving suggestions for you. As a nod to winter, my picks today are based around the theme of snug, warm and uber-stylish. Plus I couldn’t resist adding the bag de jour: the Il Tutto Mia. Read on!

Clockwise from top left. Quoted prices are after all discounts have been applied:

Britt Baby My Favourite Long-sleeved T-Shirt in Deep Blue $37.00 $26.64 Also available in Pink and White
Oobi Baby Knee-Hi Boots - Navy with Green Dots $39.95 $28.76 Fun and funky Oobi wins the day! Buy the set for winter delight. Available in 3 colour-ways.
Oobi Baby Beanie - Navy with Green Dots $29.95 $21.56
Oobi Baby Mittens - Navy with Green Dots $22.95 $16.52
Quilt Baby Yellow Giraffe Long-sleeved onesie $29.95 $21.56 Direct from the US, grab a piece of contemporary cool exclusively at Bubba Funk.
Britt Baby Cuddles Pram Liner in ‘Midday Wolf’ $85.00 $61.20 Super snuggly faux fur on one side and luxury terry on the other provides trans-seasonal functionality.
Egg Baby by Susan Lazar Cable Hat and Bootees Set in Ivory $79.95 $57.56 From New York city, Egg Baby by Susan Lazar is a modern classy. This set makes for a *very* classy gift. Also available in pink and blue.
Bubba Funk Funky Parents Gift Box $90.00 $64.80 Gift-boxed quality products to indulge both bubba and proud parents. Super wonderfully priced, this gift is sure to be appreciated.
Bubba Funk Gift Box $9.95 $7.16 Buy a box and fill it with your own choice of products from Bubba Funks stellar range.
Bubba Funk Newborn Girl Gift Box $110.00 $79.20 Oobi mittens, hat and knee-hi booties, complete with a Korimco Squishee Pig comprise this superb gift box. Unbeatable! Also available in boy colours.
Luna Ninos Cotton Tree Bonnet in Indigo/Silver $49.95 $35.96 Luna Ninos (pronounced Lunar-Nin-yos) products are the pinnacle of quality and graceful design, bringing together modern sensibility and classic appeal that will last across generations. So so soft and made in Australia, I can’t recommend Luna Ninos highly enough!
Luna Ninos Cotton Tree Blanket in Indigo/Silver $89.95 $64.76

Finally, if you’re seeking bag heaven, then look no further than the luxe Il Tutto range, as favoured by A-list Aussies Cate Blanchett and Sarah Murdoch.

Why do celebrity endorsements mean so much? Well, money is no object to these well-heeled mamas: they can afford to, and do, pick the best products available, so their lead isn’t such a bad thing to follow, especially when the product of their choosing is within the economic reach of mere mortals.

Pick up an Il Tutto Mia Tote (or Ava or Chiara) available in red, black and cream at a bargain price for just $449.00 $323.28 at Bubba Funk. These bags have style and substance: they are a fabulous size, look great and come equipped with a removable nappy bag inner, so they have a lifespan way beyond the baby stage: you’ll be toting this one in style for years.

Bubba Funk postage charges start at $6.95. Visit the delivery information page for full details.

*NAD = New Age Dad. I kinda just made this up; it made me giggle? Do you think we can make it catch on? Let me know what you think

Attention shoppers: the moment you have been hanging out for has arrived: La Toriana’s- www.latoriana.com.au - end of financial year KidStyleFile exclusive sale starts…right now!!

Elizabeth wants to add some spark to your day, and some savings to your pocket: take 30% off store-wide, including sale stock - which gives you up to 70% off sale stock!

Enter discount code ‘KSF30‘ at checkout to receive 30% off your order. Offer ends midnight 30 June, so make haste!

In case you’re new to the show, La Toriana sells divine clothing, toys and accessories for little babes from birth, and boys and girls up to 5 years.

Brands stocked include annieB, Britt, Cheeky Little Soles, Dobbin and Drum, Eternal Creation, Finnigan Finn, Hey Baby, 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, and new to La Toriana, Britt, Nanny Pickle and Oopsidaisi. Check them all out for certain delight.

A few hot picks just landed at La T below for your shopping pleasure.

Clockwise from top left:

Oobi A-Line Stripe Baby Dress $24.95 $17.46 after 30% discount. Also available in red and white stripe. We’ve had these dresses for 2 years now. The girls are almost 4 now, and still wearing them - as tops! How great is that great-looking easy-wear-anywhere value?
Oobi Jellybaby Tee and Hat Gift Pack $32.95 $23.06 after 30% discount. A great unisex and budget-friendly gift for a newborn.
Britt I Love My Teddy Lounge Set Gift Pack $52.95 $37.06 after 30% discount. Another great gift idea; also comes in pink bear for girls.
Oopsidaisi Wise Owl Hair Ties $4.95 each $3.46 each after 20% discount. Owls are wise, oh so cool, and oh so CHEAP at 30% off. Accessorise, accessorise!!
Alimrose Designs Frilly Milly Apron $24.95 $17.46 after 30% discount. Domestic delight!
Huggalugs Berry Mums Leg/Arm warmers $16.50 $11.55 after 30% discount. These are my very favourite-est Huggers design.
Oopsidaisi All Natural Organic Lip Balm $6.95 $4.86 after 30% discount. I am an unashamed lip-balm addict, and organic makes me feel even better about my habit
Huggalugs Rocketman Leg/Arm warmers $16.50 $11.55 after 30% discount. Blast off into space with Huggers fun for boys.
Britt Design Baby Booties $37.95 $26.56 after 30% discount Kit your little bear out in appropriate attire with these snug as a bug booties.
Britt Design Beaver Reversible Baby Vest $42.95 $30.06 after 30% discount. Cuddly, snuggly fun. Reversible=double duty=SOLD!

You can see all posts and more picks for 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.