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Today’s post written by Anna

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Through I would love to keep this new little treasure trove of mine a secret, it is with sheer delight that I make some introductions today. So, without any further ado, dear KidStyleFile readers meet May and her beautiful boutique Trunk Show Kids – www.trunkshowkids.com.au. I have that warm fuzzy feeling you’re going to be new best friends!

As a mother of two little girls, May has first hand knowledge of how difficult it can be for busy parents to get out on the hunt for that often elusive bargain. Stocked full of designer samples, factory seconds and end of season stock all at heavily discounted prices; Trunk Show Kids really is a little piece of shopping heaven for the modern parent!

There is serious drool factor going on for me as I relay the list of designers found at Trunk Show Kids. You’ll find Babymel, Bee and Tree Nursery, Bluebird & Honey, Chalk n Cheese, Cocoon Clothing, Cocoon Couture, Cried Wolf, Heavenly Creatures, Infancy, Llum, Moppit, Right Bank Babies, Sooki Baby, Storksak, Sudo, Three Little Trees, Tiger Tribe, Tkxi Surf. And just wait till you feast your eyes on the prices!

Quite literally, every designer is a highlight. But today, special mentions go to Sooki Baby at 50% off and organic baby wear by talented Melbourne mural artist Jane Reiseger. Her label is called Bee and Tree Nursery and it looks luxuriously soft.

You will also find a very special collection of Llum (which is a current hit in the Hoolywood ‘A’ list of parents) at Trunk Show Kids and it really is a very special collection. My favourite is the Llum Sunset – Lily Pond. Check it out at picture #10 below.

Plus (because I know some of you have been waiting for it ) the hottest items currently on offer at Trunk Show Kids are the Baby Change Bags by Babymel and Storksak. Oh yes! At 50-70% off, these bags are high end fashion and quality without the expensive price tag. My favourite two bags are both from Storksak.  The Storksak Emily is just divine. And though I would  choose to have it in Pewter, Angelina Jolie has been seen sporting the black one!  The Storksak Elizabeth is my other favourite.  I love the look of it, and heads up if you are a working mum: this bag has room for your laptop as well as mountain of things we need for little ones.

At Trunk Show Kids, May has taken out all the stress, effort and inconvenience of bargain hunting – all that’s left for us is the fun!  You can shop by brand, or shop by gender and age, all with the cutest little trunk icons to boot! KSF and TSK – you’ll be BFF in no time!!

1. Chalk n Cheese Daisy June Frock -Coral Pink – rrp $79.00 at TSK just $35.00
   
2. Three Little Trees Jarrah Nappy Pants – rrp $37.00 at TSK just $6.00
3. Babymel – Amanda Black Poppy – rrp $129 at TSK just $70
4. Sooki Baby Dog Ate It Tee – rrp $24.95 at TSK just $12.00
5. Right Bank Babies Reversible Skirt – Lemon Dot – rrp $59.95 at TSK just $29.00
6. Cocoon Clothing Stripe Shorts w Salmon Trim – rrp $34.95 at TSK just $12.00
7. Sooki Retro Terry Short – rrp $26.95 at TSK just $13.00
8. Storksak Elizabeth – Tan – rrp $399 at TSK just $200
9. Storksak Emily – Pewter – rrp $229 at TSK just $120
10. Llum Sunset – Lily Pond – rrp $44.00 at TSK just $35.00
11. Sudo Leon Shirt – Black – rrp $54.90 at TSK just $27.00

Trunk Show Kids ship Australia wide for the flat fee of $7.50 and to New Zealand for $9.00.  See the Shipping & Returns Page for full information.

Today’s post written by Anna

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If you have a little monster needing threads with serious street (and celeb) cred then oh-my-goodness you simply must hurry on over to the sale happening at Cheeky Little Monsters – www.cheekylittlemonsters.com.au - where you’ll find the coolest designer kids fashion from Australia and the US currently on sale. Cheeky Little Monsters is turning 1, and on this auspicious occasion, this stylish locale is now in full blown party mode!

To celebrate we can all take 30% off everything in store at Cheeky Little Monsters. The Sale section has goodies up to 60% off, so this brings your potential savings in at up to 90% off until midnight 31 December 2009, while stocks last. Enter code ‘KSFHB’ at checkout to redeem.

Appaman tees like the Appaman Horse Rolled Sleeve Tee Electric Pink are an absolute steal on sale at $8.75 with your KSF discount applied. There is lots on sale too from top brand Cocoon Clothing. The Cargo Mini will only cost you $7.00, or their White Summer Dress is now only $17.50. These prices seem almost too good to be true hey?!

Zephire Generation is there in the Specials section mixing it up in spectacularly discounted fashion stakes!  My favourites from this brand are the Zephire Generation – Ferry Dress if you have a wee little female monster, or the very hip Fusion Red Checked Shirt for your spunky little male monster.

Giimmo night lights are back in stock – but selling very fast, so best make your move now if you are wanting one for Christmas at a great price.

Plus, to really put the icing on the cake for this birthday bash, Cheeky Little Monsters do their utmost to get you your goodies in a flash.  All orders are shipped via Express Post – so if you place your order by 1pm, you could have it in hand as early as the very next day!

Happy Birthday, Cheeky Little Monsters

Discounted prices quoted below are only applicable with code (see above) until 31 December 2009, while stocks last.

A.  Appaman Horse Rolled Sleeve Tee Electric Pink $39.95 $12.50 less 30% = $8.75
B.  Cocoon Clothing – White Summer Dress $59.95 $25.00 less 30% = $17.50
C. Appaman Punker Cord Skirt – Black $45.95 $22.98 less 30% = $16.09
D.  Cocoon Clothing – Cargo Mini – Taupe $34.95 $10.00 less 30% = $7.00
E.  Zephire Generation – Ferry Dress $65.95 $32.98 less 30% = $23.09
F.  Zephire Generation – Fusion Red Checked Shirt $69.95 $35.00 less 30% =$24.50
G.  Itch Design – Sweet Cupcake Romper $36.00 $20.00 less 30% = $14.00
H.  Itch Design – Waves Shorts White/Black $42.95 $25.00 less 30% = $17.50
I.  LilSpunk – Bugs Retro Boardshorts $39.95 $19.98 less 30% = $13.99

Cheeky Little Monsters stock from a very hip range of lables including: Appaman, Bosco Bear, Cocoon Clothing, Casatto, Ed Hardy, ForWalls, Giimmo, Ikaboo Itch Design, Líl Fraser Collection, Monster Baby, Mutsy, Noo Design, Pirouette Petti Couture, Skeanie, Sooki Baby, Sweet Peanut, Two Belles, Trunk LTD, Tommy Rocket, Visual Gram, Zephire Generation and Zoobie Pets.

Cheeky Little Monsters deliver Australia-wide shipping for the flat rate of $7.50. Orders over $150 are shipped FREE. See the Shipping & Returns page for full details.

Today’s post written by Angela

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Need some retail therapy this weekend? Paperartzi Boutique – www.paperartziboutique.com.au – is sure to hit the spot.

Catering for babies and kids from birth right through to 16 years, Melissa at Paperartizi carries a choice range of fashion, as well as a super selection of prams and strollers, nursery goods, toys and accessories.

Brands include Aden+Anais, Alimrose Designs, Big by Fiona Scanlan, Bobble Art, Bright Baby, Bugaboo, Cheeky Little Soles, Cocoon Clothing, Cocoon Couture, Danish By Design, David Fussenegger, Eeni Meeni Mini Moh, Eyetribe, Fairy Floss Creations, Fiona by Fiona Scanlan, Fish  Lilly, Fred Bare, Haba, Huckleberry Lane, Huggalugs, Il Tutto, Jooki, Lark Made, L’il Fraser Collection, Little Chipipi, Mamas & Papas, Melissa & Doug, Mini Metalicus, Miss Metalicus, Minimink, More 4 Boys, One Red Fly, Oobi Baby, Ouch, Paperartzi, Paper Eskimo, Silver Cross, Sooki Baby, Taia Hair Clips, Tiger Tribe, Tiny Tribe, Tip Toey Joey, Tommy Rocket, Two Belles, Wheely Bug, and Willow and Finn, with swimwear from Seafolly and Cuddle Fish arriving soon together with the delicious new Chook Leaf Shoes.

Mums and mums-to-be don’t miss out either: current labels stocked are Metalicus, American Vintage and Juicy Bear (sooo soft and comfy!), plus Seraphine maternity jeans. Paperartzi Boutique is also expanding their labels for mums to include Gypsy 05, Hudson Jeans, Fluxus, Viktoria & Woods, Anna Campbell and Abi & Joseph, not far away.

Another treat for mums at Paperartzi Boutique are fab stationery and scrapbooking supplies from prestige brands including American Crafts, Basic Grey, Basic Grey, Bazzill Basics, Cristina Re, Hipp, Kaiser Craft, Kikki K, Making Memories, My Minds Eye, Paperartzi, Provo Craft, REDD Leather and Tombow.

To celebrate spring, and the wonderful new season’s shipments just arrived, Melissa at Paperartzi Boutique is offering KidStyleFile readers 15% off all online orders store-wide until 29 September 2009. Enter ‘KSF’ at checkout to redeem.

I highly recommend a trip to the ‘New Arrivals‘ and ‘Clearance‘ categories for starters, and also if you’re searching for Tip Toey Joey shoes for your little one: go no further; Paperartzi Boutique have an extensive range and with the 15% discount you won’t find them cheaper anywhere!

If you’re in the vicinity of Echuca, Victoria, drop into the Paperartzi Boutique’s bricks-and-mortar store, where you can meet the lovely Melissa and her team in person.

Discounts quoted below in red are applicable with code only (see above) until 29 September 2009.

1. Women’s Metalicus Basic Ribbed Singlet Dress – $79.00 $74.00 less 15% = $62.90
2. Women’s Juicy Bear Singlet in Honeydew – $59.00 less 15% = $50.15
3. Cocoon Clothing Peasant Top – $39.95 less 15% = $33.95
4. Fred Bare Walking Fred Tee – $44.00 less 15% = $37.40
5. Sooki Baby Kombi Print Tee – $24.95 less 15% = $21.20
6. Tommy Rocket Ben’s Fave Check Shirt – $59.95 less 15% = $50.95
7. Sooki Baby Kombi Short – $26.95 less 15% = $22.90
8. Fred Bare Chevron Print Short – $66.00 less 15% = $56.10
9. Tip Toey Joey Olly – Baby Blue – $52.95 $49.95 less 15% = $42.45
10. Tommy Rocket Tough Tommy Cruiser – $64.95 less 15% = $55.20
11. Tiny Tribe Snapsuit Pink Stripe – $32.95 less 15% = $28.00
12. Tip Toey Joey Dolly Pink Infant Shoe – $52.95 $49.95 less 15% = $42.45
13. One Red Fly Print Empire Dress – $89.95 less 15% = $76.45
14. Mini Metalicus Footless Tights in Purple – $15.95 less 15% = $13.55

Paperartzi Boutique charges $8.50 flate rate postage, Australia-wide. Orders over $150 after 12 September 2009 are shipped free. International orders are welcome. Click here for full postage and delivery information.

Today’s post written by Miki

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If you love to see your kids dressed in cool, sporty, beachy clothes (and who doesn’t?), then I strongly recommend paying a visit to the end-of-summer sale at Cheeky Little Monsters – www.cheekylittlemonsters.com.au.

With fantastic discounts on hip brands such as selected Appaman (20% off), Cocoon Clothing (20% off), and Eternal Creation (up to 45% off!) until 30 April, while stocks last, you’re bound to check out with a smile on your dial!

Mums of boys (like me) should note that this is one sale where boys are just as well represented as girls, so you won’t end up wading through a sea of pink.  Your little man will look seriously cool in funky graphic tees and cool boardies – if you think it’s too late to buy them for this summer then stock up for next summer!

Winter stock is due in at Cheeky Little Monsters during the first week of April, including the sought-after brand Zephire Generation.  Can’t wait to see what they’ve brought out for Winter ‘09, so you can be sure I’ll be checking in over the next week!

Here’s another bit of news: if you sign up to the CLM newsletter between the 29th of March and the 19th of April and you spend $80.00 or more, you will receive $10.00 off the balance at checkout!  WHEEEEE!!! Type ‘KSF’ in the Discount Coupon section.

With any order over $150.00 you will also get FREE delivery!

Discounted prices quoted below are until 30 April 2009, while stocks last.

1. Appaman Onesies in Firefly and Seastar, $34.95ea $25.00ea
2. Cocoon Clothing Boys Thong Tee in Apple and Grey, $24.95ea $19.00ea
3. Appaman Monster Truck Tee – Slate, $39.95 $31.96
4. Appaman Sweatshirt – Flames, $59.95 $47.96
5. Cocoon Clothing Girls Tennis Dress, $39.95 $25.00
6. Appaman Wrap Skort, $45.95 $34.46
7. Eternal Creation Rouched Baby Romper, $39.95 $31.96; and Ruffle Hat With Small Bow, $31.95 $25.56
8. Cocoon Clothing Girls Beach Hoodie – Green, $39.95 $31.96
9. Cocoon Clothing Boys White Board Shorts, $34.95 $27.96

Cheeky Little Monsters stock Cocoon Clothing, Appaman, For Walls decals, Lil Fraser wraps and blankies, Itch Design tees, Eternal Creation, Beautiful Soles pre-walker shoes and Trunk Ltd tees.

Cheeky Little Monsters ship via Express Post, and charge $8.95 Australia wide. Check the Cheeky Little Monsters Shipping and Returns page for full details.

Today’s post written by Angela

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A funky new store for you to explore today, in the form of Cheeky Little Monsters – www.cheekylittlemonsters.com.au.

Cheeky Little Monsters specialises in edgy street-wear, cool and comfy beach-wear, shoes, and accessories for kids 6 and under.

Cheeky Little Monsters is still fresh-born, so there’s still some filling out of the site to happen, but I have some news to share that I know you’ll want before the man in the red suit comes: Cheeky Little Monsters have brought lauded street-wear label Appaman to Australia!

Named for the childhood corduroy monkey pal of Norwegian designer Harald Husum, who now lives in Brooklyn, NYC, Appaman is a fusion of Scandinavian sensibility and Amercian pop-culture

Fave of A-list celeb moms Gwyneth Paltrow, Angelina Jolie, and Liv Tyler, to name but a few, Appaman has serious street cred. You can’t buy it online anywhere else in Australia, so dive in here!

I am also loving the new For Walls ‘Dino-Boo’ wall decals, Lil Fraser wraps and blankies, Itch Design tees, Cocoon Clothing beachwear, and extensive range of Beautiful Soles pre-walker shoes over at Cheeky Little Monsters. There’s still lots more to come at Cheeky Little Monsters: keep your eyes peeled for Zephire Generation, and Eternal Creation coming soon.

To wish you a *very* Merry Christmas, Sally at Cheeky Little Monsters is giving you FREE postage Australia-wide with purchases of two or more items until 12 January 2009.

My picks of the day below – enjoy!

1. Appaman Long Sleeved ‘Flames’ Sweat $59.95
2. Appaman ‘Firefly’ Onesie $34.95
3. Appaman ‘Bulldog’ Tee $39.95
4. For Walls ‘Dino-Boo’ Wall decal $24.95
5. Monster baby ‘Mummy’s Little Angel’ Tee $30.00
6. Appaman ‘Seastar’ Halter Top $39.95
7. Appaman Helicopter Tee $39.95
8. Appaman ‘Wrap Skort’ $45.95
9. Selection of Beautiful Soles shoes $34.95 per pair

Cheeky Little Monsters ship via Express Post, and charge $8.95 Australia wide. Check the Cheeky Little Monsters Shipping and Returns page for full details.

Today’s post written by Miki

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It’s a bit scary for me to think this, but in the not-too-distant future my little boy is going to be moving from his cosy cot in to a ‘big boys bed’.

In some ways I can’t bear to see my baby growing up so fast, but I have to say that the sadness over putting his cot away will be very much overshadowed by my glee at getting to design him a whole new room!  And where better to source the furniture and linen than The Little Kidz Closet – www.thelittlekidzcloset.com.au?

When choosing him a bed, I think it would be difficult to go past the Lilly & Lolly range stocked at The Little Kidz Closet.  They’re really built to last, and with stylish designs ranging from funky to timeless I know I’ll have a difficult time choosing which one take home.

At the moment I’m tossing up between the Circle Cut Out Bed (imagine all the games of hide and seek we could have!) and the adorable Sleigh Bed which would give him the room and independence of a single bed with the snugness of a cot.

Lesley at The Little Kidz Closet is currently offering $100 off all Lilly & Lolly beds, it’s a great time to buy one.  And just a tip: if you’re buying a few pieces of furniture, Lesley will always try to give you a special price!

The Little Kidz Closet also stock Lilly & Lolly bed linen.  Given that it’s 100% cotton (250 percale, no less) and designed and made in Australia, it’s a surefire winner – especially when you look at their crisp, lovely designs.  For Alex’s room I’m thinking the Bubble & Bounce Doona, and then sheeting and accessories to coordinate. Perfect!

Now although I could happily spend hours planning out my big boy’s room at TLKC, I would be remiss not to tell you about their wonderful kids clothing range.

Cocoon Clothing epitomises surfie cool, and in my view it’s the kind of clothing that all Aussie kids should wear during summer!  No boy should be without a funky pair of board shorts, and I think the girls beach hoodies (also pictured below, in watermelon) are seriously cute and would make excellent Christmas presents.

There’s currently 25% off all Cocoon Clothing at The Little Kidz Closet at the moment – take advantage of this great offer to kit your kids out for this summer at the beach.

Oh, and mums of girls: there’s also 15% off the extremely popular Tea Princess! You’ll find beautiful, whimsical party dresses galore in this range.

1. Cocoon Clothing Boys Print Board Shorts – Blue, $34.95 $26.25
2. Cocoon Clothing Fish Tee – Salmon, $24.95 $18.00
3. Cocoon Clothing Watermelon Beach Hoodie, $39.95 $29.95
4. Cocoon Clothing Boys Print Shorts – Grey, $34.95 $26.25
5. Cocoon Clothing Boys Thong Tee – Grey, $24.95 $18.00
6. Monstar Kids ‘Dragstar’ Tee, $29.00
7. Lilly & Lolly Childs Desk, Toy Box & Stool Set, $580.00
8. Lilly & Lolly Dolls House Shelves, $550.00
9. Lilly & Lolly Sweetheart Bed, $1250 $1150
10. Lilly & Lolly Circle Cut-Out Bed, $1100 $1000
11. Lilly & Lolly Ottomans, from $195.00

The range of top quality brands at The Little Kidz Closet includes Baby Vintage, Cocoon Clothing, Monstar Kids, Tea Princess, An Angel at my Table, Mooo, BabyLegs, Lindy Loo, Lilly & Lolly, Treehouse, and Teeny Me.

The Little Kidz Closet postage charges start at $6.95. Clothing orders over $150.00 are shipped free of charge. Visit The Little Kidz Closet Information page for full details.

Today’s post written by Angela

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There’s a gorgeous new kid on the block that I’d like you to meet: The Little Kidz Closet – www.thelittlekidzcloset.com.au.

The Little Kidz Closet online store has just launched, and specialises in  lovely range of baby and kids fashion (Baby Vintage, Cocoon Clothing, Monstar Kids, Tea Princess), toys (An Angel at my Table, Mooo, and some very affordable wooden toys) and accessories( BabyLegs and  Lindy Loo).

Most notably, The Little Kidz Closet stock an extensive range of quality children’s furniture and decor pieces from Lilly & Lolly, Treehouse, and Teeny Me. This is a great boon for parents living out of major metropolitan areas: you now have a choice, and these fine pieces can now be delivered right to your door.

Lesley at The Little Kidz Closet is offering KidStyleFile Readers the following treats until 25 December, 2008:

• Cocoon Clothing 25% off
• Tea Princess clothing 15% off (excludes shoes, belts)
• FREE postage on At Angel at My Table Teepees

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Where do you live, and what’s your family life like?

I live in Silverdale NSW, with my  husband Chris, and my two children Joshua 5 and Emma 2. Chris is a builder, and I currently am working part-time in the finance industry. We live on acreage with our Guinea pig spotty , and 3 chickens Popper Bindi and Noisy. (You guessed it: the kids named them!!)

You’ve just launched your online store. Tell us a little about it.

The Little Kidz Closet was established not by chance, but from the constant battle of shopping with 2 children whilst juggling work and home duties. I enjoyed shopping, but the reality is I can’t shop practically with children. So to save time, parking, travel, petrol, long cues, time limits, and children having to be brought along, I created a solution to my problem – The Little Kidz Closet.

My passion is children’s fashion. I Just love it. I love to dress my son and daughter and stand back and look how gorgeous they both look. I constantly have people stop me at places to ask me where I purchased their clothing. And so my love has been now divested into my business.

Our store’s promise is to provide you not with every brand on the market, but brands that we guarantee are of the highest quality.

Being a mother of 2, purchasing, wearing and cleaning clothing, I understand the quality needed to help in all these aspects.  Through research, meetings, traveling, and maintaining constant connections with many suppliers, I have had the ability to provide what I believe is a great range of quality priced clothing.  Once you have purchased the product you won’t look back, rather you will be waiting the next seasons’ range!

Other accessories for children’s bedrooms, gifts, toys and other items have also been incorporated into my business to help mothers find what they want with little fuss.

“The Little Kidz Closet is…”

A high quality affordably priced children’s shop, where customers will be able to find something special and unique.

What have the challenges been in starting your own business?

Starting your own business is a challenge and commitment and so requires vast quantities of time, motivation, understanding of products and customers, marketing strategies, and customer service.  All these areas provide their own challenge but are vital as they come together to provide the product the market wants.

What are your  favorite products for baby and kids right now?

1.      My Favorite would have to be An Angel At My Table Teepees. An heirloom that could be passed down through the generations.

2.      Tea princess Enchanted garden dress. This is the dress to have. The images are beautiful but still don’t do it justice. See, touch, and feel, and you will also fall in love with it. My little girl thinks she is actually a princess in it!! The Enchanted Garden Muslin & Crochet Dress is always perfect for little girls who love pink!

3.      Cocoon Clothing beach Hoodies – These are great for the beach or swimming lessons. The quality is superb, and hard to do justice to in photos. You have to feel it to believe it – it’s incredible!

4.      Lilly and Lolly Furniture – This furniture is made to last. When I met with the owner I was very impressed. I have just purchased the sweetheart bed for my daughter.

5.      Wooden Toys – The Animal Bowling set is a great present for Christmas. Mind you, the Insect Bottles are too – who would have thought that something so inexpensive would be such a big hit! These keep the kids entertained for hours catching, and examining (without harming) the little creatures they find.

What’s your favourite thing to do with your kids?

Cook – both my children love to cook. Once or twice a week I make the effort to do some cooking with the kids. We always have fights at the end over who gets to lick the spoon, but in the meantime the glow it brings to their faces is priceless.

The Little Kidz Closet postage charges start at $6.95. Clothing orders over $150.00 are shipped free of charge. Visit the Little Kidz Closet Information page for full details.

Earlier this week I gave you a sneak peek of the gorgeous new spring/summer collections coming to Urban Child – www.urbanchild.com.au.

Just wanted to update you and let you know that Urban Child is now in full bloom with a *very* chic new site, and with Neige, and Walnut Spring/Summer stock available on the site and ready to snap up.

The biggest news today is that Oobi Spring/Summer 08 ready to pre-purchase now at Urban Child, for delivery in mid September. Prices range from $29.95-$54.95: what an affordable luxury!

It’s a great time to buy, because you can take 10% off the prices at Urban Child both new and sale stock – now extended to midnight Monday 18 August. Enter ‘KSF10′ at checkout to redeem this offer.

Buy the above pieces from the Oobi Spring/Summer 08 collection now.

A special alert for all you bargain hunters/OobiWatchers out there. Melissa has discounted all her Oobi Baby winter 08 stock, so jump now and save a heap!

Urban Child stocks a superb range of toy, accessory and baby and kids clothing brands including Albetta, Alex Toys, Aravore Babies, Baobab, Baby Bonkies, Belli Skincare, Berchet, Brainy Baby, Cheeky Monkey, Cocoon Couture, Crocodile Creek, Ellaroo Slings, Felt Creations, Granimals, Infantino, Kaloo, Living and Learning, Made by Angie, Majors forMinors, Mamas & Papas, Melissa and Doug, Oobi, Orchard Toys, Pebbles PouchMISS, Plan Toys, Pure Baby, Ravensburger, Red Wagon, Robbie Adrian, Schylling, Step 2, Tiny Tribe, Viking Toys, Voila Toys and WOW Toys.

View Urban Child’s postage charges here.

The days may still be short and crisp, but there’s a light at the end of the tunnel: the scent of spring bulbs is in the air and blossom is beginning to appear on the trees – spring is on its way. The thought of warmer weather, spending more time outdoors, and wearing lighter, breezier clothing fills me with pure elation.

Melissa at Urban Child – www.urbanchild.com.au – has captured the joi de vive of spring and the coming summer months to perfection with her new season’s stock, which is blowing my cotton socks off with it’s grace and beauty.

I have an exclusive sneak peak for you of some utterly gorgeous summer clothing coming soon to Urban Child.

Firstly, I want to introduce you to the elegance of Neige (French for ’snow’) from the US. Catering for sophisticated little girls and boys, Neige’s designer, Adrienne Catrina worked as an assistant designer to Vera Wang, and it shows in the understated perfection of the designs which exude timeless class.

Secondly, the irrepressible Oobi. Alex from Oobi never fails to inspire with her collections, and spring/summer, is the best yet in my humble opinion! Oobi delivers their signature party dresses in new season’s prints which are truly stunning, and I’m loving the new broad brimmed hat designs, which evoke a chic 70’s silhouette with the added bonus of providing extra sun protection for your child’s delicate skin.

Next up, keep your eyes peeled for Dwell Baby & Kids at Urban Child. Dwell’s cot sets and their kids duvet sets, and a great range of accessories, will be landing very soon. I visited the Dwell Studio stand at the recent Life in STYLE/Kids inSTYLE trade fair in Melbourne, and I can tell you that the quality of the Dwell products is exceptional. Comprised of the finest high thread count cotton, the fabric has a divine softness and coolness to the touch, which equals a blissful night’s sleep for your little one.

Coming soon in the footwear department, are Walnut – Melbourne shoes. Quality cotton-canvas, these shoes are comfy and infinitely wearable, while delivering a dose of cool to the feet of your child without breaking the bank.

For the little bebes, you cannot go past Baby Bonkies. The best baby wraps I have ever encountered, Baby Bonkies look super stylish on the outsidem, while keeping you precious bundle snug and warm by virtue of the cuddly minkee lining.

Finally, Aravore Babies summer stock is on its way. The voile dress pictured below says it all. (Melissa at Urban Child is hanging out for this to arrive as she wants one for her own daughter, and who could blame her? What a delight!)

Ok, that’s the big tease over, now Rest assured I’ll be keeping you up to date with when these gorgeous products are available for you to buy.

A special alert for all you bargain hunters/OobiWatchers out there. Melissa has discounted all her Oobi Baby winter 08 stock, so jump now and save a heap!

To sweeten the deal further, KidStyleFile readers can 10% off store-wide at Urban Child (including sale stock) until midnight Monday 18 August. Enter ‘KSF10′ at checkout to redeem this offer.

Select from a superb range of toy, accessory and baby and kids clothing brands at Urban Child including Albetta, Alex Toys, Aravore Babies, Baobab, Baby Bonkies, Belli Skincare, Berchet, Brainy Baby, Cheeky Monkey, Cocoon Couture, Crocodile Creek, Ellaroo Slings, Felt Creations, Granimals, Infantino, Kaloo, Living and Learning, Made by Angie, Majors forMinors, Mamas & Papas, Melissa and Doug, Oobi, Orchard Toys, Pebbles PouchMISS, Plan Toys, Pure Baby, Ravensburger, Red Wagon, Robbie Adrian, Schylling, Step 2, Tiny Tribe, Viking Toys, Voila Toys and WOW Toys, and fill your Monday with great bargains, and pure delight!
View Urban Child’s postage charges here.