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Looking for the most chic clothing decor and accessories for your baby or child from birth to two years plus? The Hip Infant - www.thehipinfant.com.au- is ‘it’, baby!

The Hip Infant has been on the scene for 4 years now, and Head Hipster Mel, mother of four, and former neonatal nurse, really knows a thing or two about style, and what works. If a product doesn’t look hip, and make life as a parent easier, she doesn’t stock it!

This means that everything at The Hip Infant is possessed of breathtakingly beautiful looks, and can take all the rough treatment that little kids dish out.

I read once that our aesthetic is shaped from infancy, that the objects we come into contact with from an early age inform our perception and understanding of the world.

If that’s true, you can get your little one off to a flying start in the taste department with the artily designed - and very practical; love the removable portion containers with lids, and replacement pieces (sold separately) - Skip Hop Palette Plate.

Urban Child, Urban Child, Urban Child’s the way

Lots of gifts and beautiful clothes to wear on Christmas Day, hey!

Wanna know why I’m so chirpy today?  Well, Melissa at Urban Child - www.urbanchild.com.au - did it to me!

Why?

Get a load of Melissa’s ‘Christmas Cheer’:a FREE $15.00 Urban Child gift voucher for you, and me and EVERYONE who chooses to receive the very fine Urban Child newsletter!

Oh my GOODNESS! Are you sure, Melissa? Well, ok then! That’s awfully generous of you! - Cheers!

To receive your $15.00 voucher, you must subscribe to the Urban Child mailing list - Complete the subscription box at the bottom left of the UC homepage to do this.

*Please read the full terms and conditions of this offer at the bottom of this page.

My hot picks for pressies (besides all the gorgeous clothing - don’t miss it!) from Urban Child for  little girls this Christmas include story book “The Tiger Who Came for Tea”, by Judith Kerr (this book is an eternal favourite in our house), paired with with a Retro Tin Tea set, and Oobi Rosette Hair Clips for Xmas Day sparkle (I just bought 2 sets from Urban Child). For darling little boys, the Brio Classic Car, and Soldier Skittles set are sure to be winners.

In every child’s stocking - or should I say, Santa Sack from Cocoon Couture (gorgeous retro fabric and applique) - also include a DwellStudio finger puppet (pick up the set of 5 finger puppets and split them up for 5 special little stocking treats), a wooden spinning top (I included them in my girls’ party bags recently, and they were a tremendous sucess, not to mention how cool they look and how downright cheap they are!!), and a copy of the “Christmas Tree’ book.

For Christmas themed goodies, make a beeline for Urban Child’s Christmas section, for a great selection of gifts,  stocking fillers and Xmas accoutrement, including Santa sacks and decorations for the tree.

On Christmas Eve, have some friends around, put the finishing touches on your tree with some Mamas and Papas and decorations, and then have a quick game of Classic Bingo from EeBoo, before hitting the sack for some quality sleep so you can enjoy the big day.

Rudolph and his reindeer crew will be tapping along your rooftop before you know it so be well prepared and shop at Urban Child.

(PS Don’t forget to check the Sale section for huge discounts on quality brands including Aravore Babies, Oobi, Pure Baby, and Baobab!)

From top left in rows:

“The Tiger Who Came to Tea”, by Judith Kerr $14.95
50s Style Vintage Tin Tea Set - Pink $39.95
Wooden Soliders Skittle Set$27.95
Urban Child Wooden Spinning Tops $1.20 each
Brio Classic Car $16.95
Mamas & Papas Christmas decorations - set of 3 $19.95
“Christmas Tree” book $9.95
eeBoo Classic Bingo $34.95
Cocoon Couture Reindeer Christmas Sack $54.95
DwellStudio Finger Puppets - Set of 5 $54.95

Urban Child stocks a superb range of toy, accessory and baby and kids clothes, with 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, Walnut and WOW Toys.

*Urban Child ‘Christmas Cheer’ Terms and Conditions:

To receive your $15.00 voucher, you must subscribe to the Urban Child mailing list - Complete the subscription box at the bottom left of the UC homepage to do this.

New subscribers, you will be emailed a code to redeem the $15.00 UC voucher once you have signed up and confiirmed your mailing list subscription by clicking the link in the confirmation email you will receive after signing up.

Existing mailing list subscribers are also eligible to redeem the discount. Email Melissa at Urban Child direct and she will email a special code to you.

Offer open until end of  30 November, 2008. Minimum spend of $50.00 applies. Only valid email addresses, only one per customer/email address/delivery address. Christmas Cheer voucher must be redeemed by midnight on Christmas Eve (24 December 2008). Full terms and conditions will be sent with the $15.00 voucher. This offer is subject to change without notice. Please allow up to 24 hours to receive your code once newsletter subscription validated. This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

Urban Child ship Australia-wide from $6.95 for most parcels.  Orders over $150.00 are shipped free of charge. Please see the Orders & Delivery page for more details.

Oh-boy-oh boy oh GIRL, you are in for so much fun today!

These three little words will just have you kicking your heels up, and thanking goodness it is Monday: The Infant Boutique - www.theinfantboutique.com.au.

The Infant boutique may as well be called “I love you” for all the joy Vikki and her team deliver me. Everything is so beautiful, so well considered, and makes me feel so darned good to behold it.

The Infant Boutique stock a stunning range of designer baby and kids clothes, toys, nursery furniture, baby toys, kids toys and craft packs, decor solutions, linens, baby bags, booties and shoes, stationery, gifts and more besides from around 200 premium brands.

Here’s the list so you can check their impressive credentials:

Aden and Anais, Adiri, An Angel at My Table, Anamalz, And Me Too, Annie B, ApplePie Design, Babies Only, Babu, Baby Couture, BabyLegs, Babymoov, Bajo,Bee & Tree, Bholu, BlaBla, Black & Blum, Brave New Word, Brooklan Tree, Cavania Cards, Cheeky Little Soles, Claesens, Coco & Eli, Cocoon Couture,Cuddle Fish, Cuski, Del Campo, Djeco, Dwellbaby, Earth Babies, Emu Australia, Felt Tales, Fiesta Crafts, Fish Lilly,Frankie Ray, French Bull, Gertie and Me, Giddy Giddy, Giimmo, Green to Grow, HandySitt, Happy Horse, Heimess, Herbie, I Love Mybabycino, iCandy, Imprintables, In Your Room, INKE, Isabelle Norman, IsaBooties,Isoki,Itch Design, Joanna Zhou for Mom, Karen Miles, Kids Kitchen, KinderKot, Kipiis, Kushies, Lil Fraser Collection, Lakeland Design, Lambini, Lambykins, Lark, Le Toy Van, Leander, Les Folies, Little Blue Fish, Little Chipipi, Little House, Little Kitchen, Little Pearls, Little Red Pear, Little Twig, Lorena Siminovich, Lotus Linens, Mamas & Papas, Mandalay Design, Manhattan Toy Company, Me Giant, Mi-House, Milestone Press, Mill & Mia, Mini Rhubarb, Minimink, Miriam Bereson, Momiji, Monkey-do, Moulin Roty, Mumi & Bubi, Nature Baby, Natures Child, Nice4Neez, NooNoo Design, Nurtured by Nature, Oeuf, NYC, OUCH Clothing, Pakhuis Oost, Peanut Shell, Petunia Pickle Bottom, Popover Apron, Raggidy Rag Dolls, Ramalama, Ramona Ramona, Red Plum Linen, RJSP, Room Seven, Rouge Living, Sandra Isaksson, Sandy Cousens Art, See Kai Run, Seed Organic, Sew Your Own, SIGG, Sirch, Skip Hop, Squids, Stuffit, T4Tot, Tatiri, The Grassy Garden, The Infant Boutique, The Little Experience, The Source Products, The Wall Sticker Co, Thilde, Thread Design, Tiger Tribe, Tippy Toes, Under the Nile, Usborne Books, Vessel, Vulli, WallCandy, and Wheely Bug.

There is a tonne of inspiration to be had here, but you don’t need to let it stop there: The Infant Boutique have a massive sale going on, with over 150 products discounted by up to 60%!!!

Check the Specials and Last One Left sections to discover some stylish and utterly irresistible bargains.

Also have a looky at the gorgeous new stock in-store: Earth Babies organic and eco-friendly onesies, and IsaBooties soft soled shoes (both exclusive The Infant Boutique), See Kai Run first walkers, And Me Too clothing, and Itch Design: Jodi’s summer range is her best yet.

Below take in the glory of some of some of incredible goodies on offer at sale prices (also, couldn’t resist the new Cocoon Charms, and fabric cards: too cute, and very affordable!).

Place an order at The Infant Boutique and mention the KSF Shop 4 Kids discount code in the comments section at checkout and receive a FREE gift. Offer ends October 31.

Grab a copy of Shop 4 Kids magazine to access the code, or sign up to the KSF Weekly newsletter to receive the code into your InBox tomorrow.

If you have children already, then today’s store needs no introduction; you know its goodness!

If you’re a pregnant mama, and new to the scene, then take note:  Baby’s Got Style - www.babysgotstyle.com.au is *the* place to shop online for the hottest fashion and accessories for babies and kids from birth up to 8 years, *and* they’ll have you looking stylish and feeling comfortable while you’re expecting too!

As well as stocking Aka Pipik, Albetta, Alimrose Designs, Annabel Trends, BabyLegs, Baby Cha Cha Baobab, Bebe, Bical, BIG by Fiona Scanlan, BlaBla, Bobble Art, Booghaboo Baby, Children of the Revolution, Moppit, Cheeky Little Soles, Cloud B, Cold Coffee, DripStik, Dan300, Dwell Studio Baby, Elleroo, FLATOut, Fortune Tee, Fresh Baked, Giddy Giddy, Global Style, Haba, Infancy, Little Horn, Little Red by Mr Wolf, Little Twig, Mamas & Papas, mill & mia, Mooo, Mother Hen, Munster, Oobi Baby, Ouch, Pure Baby, Snugglebum, Seafolly, Tiger Joe, Frankie Ray Sooki Baby, Square Peg, Tiny Tribe, Toshi, Totem Kids, Vice Versa, Vintage Kid, and Zoo Emporium, Baby’s Got Style has just taken delivery of some hot new brands.

First up, some body love for new mums and little babes from Wedela. Baby’s Got Style is carrying the renowned Calendula Baby range, as well as Baby Colic and Teething powder,  rash relief cream, breastfeeding tea, Blackhorn elixir (useful for fatigue), nipple care cream and Almond face products.

A German company founded in 1921 dedicated to supporting the inherent healing properties of the human body, their motto is “In harmony with nature and the human being”. Wedela’s focus is firmly on the gentlest most nurturing care of your skin, without compromising nature - sustainability is paramount - and supporting the primary producers they trade with - Weleda contracts until Fair Trade practices. Wedela products are comprised of bio-dynamic ingredients, are free from chemicals, and are never tested on animals. You and your baby or child deserve no less, and with prices between $12-$26, you can well afford it!

To celebrate the arrival of Weleda at Baby’s Got Style, Daniela and the team at BGS are giving every customer who places an order in October a FREE Calendula Nappy Change cream sample.

Also, would you like to go into the into the draw to WIN an amazing Weleda gift pack valued at over $300? To enter all you have to do is purchase any item from the Weleda range during October (if you purchase two items you get two entries, and so on)!

Onto the fashion at Baby’s Got Style now. And boy, there’s a lot to talk about there!! Over 100 new kids summer styles, and over 200 babies summer styles have arrived in store in the last 2 weeks. Woah, baby! It’s going to be a hot summer!

I’m hugely loving Polka, a new range for girls. I’ve paired their Yoga Bum pants (back view shown: how cool are they?!) with a summery light Fresh Baked top, for a visual splendor of cool comfort, and their ‘Birdy’ dress is to die for. This is Polka’s first collection, and they had a limited run to test the water, which means once it’s sold out, that’s it, so get in quick!

I’m inspired by boys summer pieces too: I’m totally digging the Freshbaked Disco Beats Tee, with Ouch black cargoes and Rock Your Baby Peace Cap.

Onto face fashion now: new at Baby’s Got Style are the the range of kid’s sunnies from Frankie Ray; 100% UV protection with shatter proof lens, super cool, and suitable for the 4-14 set, you’ll be wishing you had a pair!

In the decor section are the most delightful large counting cards from Eeeboo. Simply beautiful!

If you’re looking for a gorgeous gift for a newborn you cannot go past Dwell Studio’s mind blocks. Tactile, visually stimulating and clever these are relevant from birth up until 2+ years.

Finally, as we’re heading into the out-and-about season, you’ll want to be prepared. Pick up a Dinky Diner, and you’ll be able to safely contain your little charge wherever you go - no more contending with icky highchairs in restaurants, or missing out on one altogether. The Dinky Diner folds up and fits right in your handbag. Neat!

In the picks below I’ve specified the sizes each product is in available in. If you’re browsing in general, I recommend that you use Baby’s Got Style like this:  select the ‘Babies’ tab for sizes 00000-2, The ‘Kids’ tab for sizes 3-8 , and the ‘Mum’s tab for Mums and Mums-to-be.

Also, don’t forget to check out the Sale items in each category. There are over 300 items on sale up to 50% off. Go to it!

From top left in rows:

Polka Birdy Frou Dress (size 3-6) $99.00
Giddy Giddy Felt Hairclips - assorted designs $9.95 each
Polka Yoga Bum Pants (sizes 2-6 years) $55.00
Eeboo Counting Birds Large Art Cards $39.95
Fresh Baked Vanilla Flower Swing Top (sizes 0-7) $27.95 also available in Raspberry
Fresh Baked Disco Beats Tee in White (sizes 0-7) $26.95 also available in Grey
Frankie Ray Sunglasses  (4-14 years) $39.95 pair
Ouch Boys cargo pant- black (size 3-7) $36.95 $21.96
Seafolly Rose ballerina tutu tank (sizes 0-5) $59.95
Rock Your Baby Leopard print s/s bodysuit (sizes 000-00) $29.95
Blabla Handknit beanie- Panda (sizes 0-2 years) $39.95
Dwell Studio Mind block soft set $64.95
Giddy Giddy Ponytail Elastic - assorted designs $11.95 each
Rock Your Baby Peace cap khaki  (L= 4-5 years) $24.00
Dinky Diner (6 months +) $24.95

While you’re over at Baby’s Got Style check out their very cool blog. There’s heaps of interesting stuff to read about, including an interview with the designers of Munster, and their recent trip to New York with baby in tow(!!)

Baby’s Got Style charge $6.50 for postage, up to a maximum charge of $9.50 Australia wide, dependent on weight. Price is calculated during checkout. Orders placed before 1pm EST are delivered the next business day in all capital cities and most regional centres. Other areas are delivered the following day (very remote locations may take longer). International orders are warmly welcomed.

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.