KidStyleFile

Written by Anna

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The KidStyleFile team are a caring and sharing crew, and when we see a brilliant find online you are at the very top of our ‘must tell so-and-so list’. Yes, we love to share good news and that is exactly what we are bringing you today from the very gorgeous store Looking At You Kid – www.lookingatyoukid.com.au.

Just live is their brand new category called ‘Nothing Over $10‘ and it is exactly as it reads: every item in this category is below $10.00! There are some draw dropping reductions on past season Three Little Trees, Milky, Agoo, Bright Bots, Ouch and more in this category. Prices start at just $5.99. There are also some fabulous buys to be had from the sale section too.

If you’re after brand new stock, there are gorgeous new threads by Three Little Trees and some gorgeous new pieces from and The Little Dog Laughed like the Hand Knitted ‘Eliza’ Doll. I love, like seriously love, all the new tees for boys from super funky brand Electric Boy. My current favourite is the Wolf T-Shirt. The icing on the cake is that Alex and Charli new season stock is up for pre-order too.

I am certainly sharing this news today and you can go ahead and do the same: because in addition to FREE shipping on all orders over $100, Looking At You Kid are offering all KidStyleFile readers a lovely 20% off: including all the sale items and goodies up for pre-order but excluding the new ‘nothing over $10′ category.  To redeem you’ll need to enter the code KSF20 which must end midnight 16 November 2011. Please note this offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other codes/promotions.

Discounted prices quoted in red below are only applicable with code KSF20 while stocks last, until 16 November 2011.

one. Three Little Trees Gecko Nappy Pants #1 $27.95 reduced to $6.00
two. Alex & Charli Please Don’t Leave Dress (Red Dot) Pre-Order $48.95
three. Three Little Trees Lawson T-shirt $34.95 reduced to $10.00
four. Three Little Trees Dreamtime Romper (Feathers) $44.95 less 20% = $35.72
five. Alex & Charli Strawberry Hoodie $44.95 $33.71 less 20% =26.96
six. And the little dog laughed Hand Knitted ‘Eliza’ Doll $43.00 less 20% = $34.40
seven. Mini Life Primrose Dress Willow (Size 5)  $49.95 $37.46 less 20% = $29.96
eight. Electric Boy Wolf T-Shirt $34.95 less 20% = $27.96
nine. Electric Boy Super 8 T-Shirt $34.95 $26.21 less 20% = $20.96
ten. Coolibah White Swing Top $29.70 reduced to $10.00

Looking At You Kid stocks a fine range from Agoo, Alex & Charli, Alphabet, And The Little Dog Laughed, Bright Bots, Coolibah, Emile Et Rose, Fixoni, Knuffle Kid, Mac & Molly, Milky, Mini Life, Mini Treasure Kids, Minymo, Mirtillo, OUCH, Run Scotty Run, Scooter, Three Little Trees, Tommy Rocket and Two Belles.

Looking At You Kid delivers Australia-wide for a flat rate of $9.95.  International orders are also welcomed.  See here for further delivery information.

Written by Miki

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Ever heard the saying ‘When the going gets tough, the tough go shopping’? Things have been tough here in my household for a couple of weeks what with illness, car breakdowns and even my poor dog having her tail amputated, so I really feel like doing something to cheer myself and the kids up. Fortunately I know exactly what will work: retail therapy!

Looking At You Kid – www.lookingatyoukid.com.au – is my destination of choice today. They’ve just had a load of gorgeous new stock arrive, including summer goodies from Milky, Boohoo? and a range of boys’ tees from Electric Boy that I simply *must* have for my kids. New stock has also arrived from Knuffle Kid, Mini Treasure Kids and Mini Shatsu, meaning there’s a veritable treasure trove of summer gear waiting to be explored.

Alex & Charli is another hugely popular brand (and justifiably so!) offered at Looking At You Kid, and the summer collection has just been launched for pre-order. With pieces like the Kissing Swans Dress and the Sugar Dress in Lilac available for pre-order, it seems like the obvious choice to place my order now and then sit back and wait for them to arrive in a week or two – since I’ll be saving them to hand out as Christmas presents to the little girls in my life, I’m in no rush.

But here’s the kicker: You can take 15% off store-wide at Looking At You Kid using the code KSF15. At the same time, when you spend over $50 your account at the store will be credited with $15.00 to use on your next purchase, and there is no expiry on redemption!  These offers are valid on everything in-store, including the new summer gear and the spectacular sale category where you’ll find lots and *lots* of amazing bargains at up to 60% off, but both offers expire on 14 October 2011. Plus, don’t forget that Looking At You Kid offers FREE shipping on orders over $100.

With all that in mind I’m feeling nicely cheered up, so off to add some more things to my shopping cart. Have a lovely Friday!

The prices below are valid using the code KSF15 until 14 October 2011, while stocks last.

1. Milky VW Bubbysuit, $24.95 less 15% = $21.20
2. Alex & Charli Sugar Dress – Lilac, $42.95 (pre-order)  less 15% = $36.50
3. Mini Life Silk Tie Dye Dress, was $69.95 now $34.95 less 15% = $29.71
4. Milky Paris Tee, $20.95 less 15% = $17.55
5. Milky Ra Ra Skirt, $31.95 less 15% = $27.15
6. Electric Boy Ninja Warrior Tee, $34.95  less 15% = $29.70
7. Electric Boy Pixel Pals Tee, $34.95  less 15% = $29.70
8. Electric Boy Wolf Tee, $34.95 less 15% = $29.70
9. Boohoo? Question Tee, $29.95 less 15% = $25.45
Pre-order: Alex & Charli Kissing Swans Dress, $46.95 less 15% = $39.90; Alex & Charli Please Don’t Leave Dress, $48.95 less 15% = $41.60

Looking At You Kid stocks a fine range from Agoo, Alex & Charli, Alphabet, And The Little Dog Laughed, Bright Bots, Coolibah, Emile Et Rose, Fixoni, Knuffle Kid, Mac & Molly, Milky, Mini Life, Mini Treasure Kids, Minymo, Mirtillo, OUCH, Run Scotty Run, Scooter, Three Little Trees, Tommy Rocket and Two Belles.

Looking At You Kid delivers Australia-wide for a flat rate of $9.95.  International orders are also welcomed.  See here for further delivery information.

Post written by Anna

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I love Autumn. It’s just so beautiful? The deciduous trees are a riot of colour as they lay their special carpet of autumn beauty on the ground. In contrast the evergreens seem greener, more sure of themselves with their ongoing zest for life this time of year. I relish the chance every autumn for a twirl in the fallen leaves with my children – it really makes my heart sing.

This roundup of products featuring tree motifs extends the magic of trees in nature into your home, bringing their comforting sense of poise, grace and wisdom with them. Behold their collective glory below.

one. Dezign with a Z Tris Tree $119.95 at Where Did You Get That?
two.Cocoon Couture Enchanted Tree $350.00 $250.00 at Cocoon Couture
three. Almond Tree Ring a Rosie – Vintage Children at Play $49.95 at Almond Tree Frames
four. KidsOnRoof Totem Tree $59.95 at State of Green
five. Skip Hop Treetops activity gym $119.95 at Little Styles
six. Electric Boy Scooter tee – red $29.95 at Ten Little Indians
seven.  ForWalls Forest friends decal $57.95 at Little Styles
eight. Villa Hunter Skirt Green Spot with Tree $24.95 $17.47 at Kids Boulevard
nine. Luna Ninos Wool Tree Bonnet – Birch/Wallaby $57.95 at Bubba Funk
ten.  Luna Ninos Cotton Tree Blanket – Shell/Oyster $139.00 at Moo Said The Cow
eleven.  Mae Build a Tree – Light $119.95 at Mae
tweleve.  Earth Lust 380ml stainless steel Drink Bottle – Tree $21.95 at State of Green
thirteen.  Fruut Tree $295.00 at Where Did You Get That?
fourteen. Wall Allure Spring Tree with Swallows $135.00 at Wall Allure

Please check individual sites for postage details and be sure to survey the KidStyleFile All Current Deals page to make sure you’re getting the best possible deal.

Post written by Leah

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The land of children’s fashion design here in Australia is as vast as our glorious country. There are the small, intimate labels, just like our small townships through to internationally recognised designers living abroad that still call Australia home. The spectrum of tastes runs from the bohemian right through to the traditional. There is such a vast point of difference between each label, but what they each have in common is a strong Australian identity.

Today bring you Part 2 of our two part series on Australian labels that design and produce their collections right here in Australia. This is not an easy task: there are few incentives for them to do so; the government offers little support – taxes are high, and subsidies are low – and the benefits of off-shore production promise lower production costs and higher profit margins. It’s true that you may pay a little more for Australian made, but we’re confident that you will be happy with what you receive for it: the knowledge that you are supporting local industry and reducing your carbon footprint, that fair working conditions are in place, and that you are purchasing a high quality product that will take everything that your child dishes out to it and then still be good to go again.

We hope you love these Aussie labels as much as we do. Please show your support and buy a piece or two

Did you miss’ Australian Made: Part 1 – Celebrating Designers Who Make Their Collections In Australia’? Catch it here.

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Well Spotted!

Anyone who can pull off a Star Wars themed tee and be totally stylish rather than just geeky is a winner in my book. In the words of the designer behind Well Spotted, the label was created “out of parental joy, expectation & well, frustration!”. Tony Clayton (whose resume includes stints at both Mambo and Macrs), the man behind Well Spotted,  always held the  belief that if all our big companies take the manufacturing of garments overseas, no one will be able to make even a t-shirt here in Australia. He swore that if ever ventured into creating his own range, he would keep it in Australia. Starting off making slogan tees for adults, Well Spotted somehow morphed into a range for kids (I think son Finbar may have been a bit of the inspiration here), and true to his word, Tony ensured that the entire label was an Australian product. The  t-shirts are designed by Tony in his studio in Summer Hill, made in Bankstown and then printed by Tony in Leichhardt.  You can find Well Spotted tees at Cornflowerblue and Little Styles or check here for a stockist.

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Cried Wolf

What do you get when you put a newborn baby in the arms of a buyer from General Pants? A whole new funky Australian designed label that’s part surfer style, part skater style and a whole lot of seriously hip. Cried Wolf has some of the funkiest tees and boardies, and all of their t-shirts are designed and printed right here in Australia! How cool is that (now to convince them to make their boardies here too!). Right now you can find super bargains on the past summer range at About A Boy or here for their stockist list.

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One Sunday

“Dreamy days at the beach, long lazy afternoons with friends… one Sunday is a collection full of colour, where elegance rhymes with comfort, carefully chosen cuts and fabrics.” One Sunday is a gorgeous boutique label for tweens 8- 14 that are after something a little refined, age appropriate and totally stylish. Using New Zealand milled jerseys and cottons, the range is then designed, cut and sewn right in here in Australia. Click here for stockists.

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Tkxi Surf

With most of the Australian population living on the coast, it is only reasonable to suspect that a great many of us spend a lot of the summer days at the beach. For those more inland, there are lots of rivers, lakes and dams (or local swimming pools) to keep us cool in the heat as well. Of course, this calls for swimwear that will endure a whole lot of wear, offer SPF 50+ protection and look totally stylish. Designed by Karen Panaretto, formally of Aussie swimwear icon Seafolly, Tkxi Surf is an Australian design and made swimwear label that ticks all three boxes. You can find Tkxi Surf at a number on online boutiques, click here for stockists.

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Electric Boy

Members of the Justice League in the Wiggles Big Red Car; A Batman Shadow Puppet; Darth Vadar joins the Green Side (found riding on a bike)….these are just some of the super cool prints to find their way onto the tees and jumpers of Electric Boy’s Winter 2011 range. With a label who describes their inspiration behind their name in these words: “I really really love The Mighty Boosh, especially Princey Vincey!! But I couldn’t be Electro Boy, so thus born Electric Boy!!” you know you’ve found something very special for your little man. Electric Boy is designed in Australia with all items printed right here in Australia. You can find the label at Cradle Rock, Ten Little Indians and Threads of Red or try their stockist list for a store near you.

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Brusselsprouts

Having studied Art History at uni, then working as both a ceramic artist and hairdresser amongst other jobs, Victoria Crisp became inspired to create the label Brusselsprouts when she was pregnant with her second son. With her husband  on the road driving road trains for the mines, Victoria sews at home (and now runs her new B&M shop) in Kalgoorlie, West Australia whilst also balancing her duties as mummy to two gorgeous little boys. The Brusselsprouts range is all about the fabric, so you will find stunning garments that are rather simplistic in style, but absolutely stunning to the eye thanks to the careful selection of materials. Brusselsprouts garments can be purchased at their online store.

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Tiddles & Chich

Tiddles & Chich is an Australian designed and made label that release two ranges each year. Creating a range that is somewhat French classic and stylish, yet maintains a modern day aesthetic, Tiddles and Chich has been seen on a bevy of celebrity children including Suri Cruise (not just once either!). Created by Freyr Lennon and Luise Geddes, and later joined by Freyr’s sister Alexis who has returned from the UK after working for The Royal Family and The Conrans, this label produces a spectrum of goodies from play to party for babies to seven year olds. For stockists click here.

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Little Miss J

Using luxe fabrics, laces and trims, Little Miss J is a label designed by Jo Lambert whose subtle colour palette and french overtones are perfect for special events, birthdays and for little girls who wish to stand out from the crowd. Proudly made in Australia, the range is perfect for little girls 1-10 years. You will find Little MIss J at Hopscotch Children’s Boutique and The Little Kidz Closet, or you can click here for stockists.

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Elodie & Elvis

Are you looking for an exquisite, high end label for your little one that is often found on the catwalk and has a real European flavour.  Specialising in exquisite coats and clothing for both boys and girls, Doris Reymond created the label in 2001 and has seen the label blossom to become an Australian boutique favourite. Both designed and made it Melbourne, Australia, any one of the items from the range will bring an element of sophistication to your childs wardrobe. For stockists, please contact Elodie and Elvis directly.

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Sophie’s Lane

Based in Brisbane, Sophie’s Lane is the latest label that combines Liberty of London prints with exquisitely designed and tailored dresses for girls 0-3 months to 5 years. Gorgeous yokes, fabric buttons and fully lined with quality cotton, each dress is a piece of art handmade by designer Sam Aloquin with real European styling with a modern twist. Dresses are available for order from their webpage.

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Read Australian Made: Part 1 – Celebrating Designers Who Make Their Collections In Australia

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Please check individual sites for postage details and browse the KidStyleFile All Current Deals page to make sure you’re getting the best possible deal.

Post written by Miki

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If you’re anything like me, you like to dress your kids in gear that’s a bit different; a bit special.  After all, our kids are such incredible little individuals that it seems a shame to have them wearing the same clothes as every other child on the street – they should be allowed to showcase their individuality.

Someone who shares this point of view is Leisl of the lovely online boutique Threads Of Red – www.threadsofred.com.au.  She stocks only small run handmade and boutique brands, all of which have an eclectic and whimsical charm.  Most of the brands are local as well, which is an added bonus.

One of my favourite labels is Australian-designed, UAE made brand Auntie Ollie.  My boys have several of the Aunty Ollie Little Man Shirts between them and I can’t recommend them highly enough; we get so many compliments on them every time they get worn. The shirts are well made and the fabrics are just gorgeous.  I’m eyeing off the Aunty Ollie boys shorts now… and of course there’s lots for babies and girls and mamas, too! Mini Life is a new Aussie label for girls which bursts forth with a range of dresses so summery and lovely that you’ll want them for yourself. Other great labels at Threads Of Red include And Me Too, And The Little Dog Laughed, Aunty Ollie, Electric Boy, Elki, Envirosax, Mini Life, Oishi-M,  Rube & Harri, Twirling Betty, WillowBlu and YKnot? Designs.

Liesl is celebrating Christmas early and her present to you is 25% off store-wide. Snap up that special Christmas day outfit and cool threads to keep your little ones stylish this summer until midnight 19 December 2010. Enter discount code KSFXMAS25 at checkout to redeem this offer.

Discounted prices quoted below are valid using the code KSFXMAS25 until midnight 19 December 2010.

1. Electric Boy Evil Robot Tee, $29.95 less 25% = $22.46
2. and the little dog laughed Ruby Baby Dress, $34.00 less 25% = $25.50
3. Elki Liberty Rompersuit – Wiltshire, $54.95 less 25% = $41.21
4. Envirosax Kids – ABC, $8.95 less 25% = $6.71
5. Mini Life Gypsy Plain Dress – Sunshine, $69.95 less 25% = $52.46
6. yknot? designs Summertime Belt – Yellow Stripe, $24.00 less 25% = $18.00
7. Aunty Ollie Angel Tie Romper – Kitten, $46.00 less 25% = $34.50
8. Aunty Ollie Lightweight Short – Blue Plaid, $54.00 less 25% = $40.50
9. oishi-m Baby Tadpole Tee, $29.95 less 25% = $22.46
10. dan300 Trio Disk Hair Bands, $19.95 less 25% = $14.96
11. Aunty Ollie Little Man Shirt – Surfie Cars, $54.00 less 25% = $40.50
12. And Me Too Polo Shirt, $28.50 less 25% = $21.37

Threads of Red charge a flat rate of $8.95 for shipping of all Australian orders, with orders over $150 shipped FREE of charge. For full information including details on international orders, please see the Delivery page.

Post written by Leah

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Christmas decorations have infiltrated the shops!  This event is my cue to write my gift list and start collecting items to put under our tree, and to ensure I have my kidlets summer wardrobe in check ready for our annual pilgrimage down south for our family holiday celebration.

Ten Little Indians – www.tenlittleindians.com.au – is the perfect pit-stop for super stylish clothes, party goods and gift ideas. Their new season arrivals from  Littlehorn, minti, Munster, Oobi, Cried Wolf, Alex & Ant, Bebe, Alex & Charli, Coco & Ginger, Books to Wear PJ’s, Purebaby, and Gaia Organic Cotton, among others, will kit your munchkin out in no time.

I’m much enamoured with the gorgeous and affordable new label Rhubarb. In fact, I’ve already snapped up the Rhubarb Pavillion Stripe Pantsuit which Miss N wore to a party last weekend, receiving numerous compliments. Super soft, durable and playful, I’m sure you will love it too! Keep your eye on the new Pure Baby Kids which has just launched, now offering sizing from birth right up to 7 years in their signature 100% certified organic cotton fabric. Of course you can never go past Oobi, and their latest drop includes the much anticipated Lucy Dress with Orange Dots, jewellery range (including the apple pendant!), flip flops and pencil cases just to name a few.

To help you with your ever expanding Christmas List, the girls at Ten Little Indians have come to the rescue with a whopping 30% off all orders over $50.00! This offer applies on all stock store-wide including already reduced sale stock discounted by up to 60% off – WOW! Enter discount code ‘KIDSTYLE’ at checkout until midnight October 31. In addition, orders $150+ will be posted absolutely FREE via standard AusPost shipping! Need items gift wrapped? Ten Little Indians will wrap a maximum of any two items in your order FREE for you.

But that’s not all, folks! To celebrate the introduction of the new release Purebaby Kids range, you will receive a free bag from Purebaby when you  spend over $100 on any two items of Purebaby (must include at least one Purebaby Kids range piece) until stock runs out.

Be sure to subscribe to the Ten Little Indians newsletter and Facebook page for exclusive subscriber offers.

1. Littlehorn Einstein Tee $39.95 Take 30% off when spending $50+ at TLI = $27.97
2. Electric Boy John Doe Tee $29.95 Take 30% off when spending $50+ at TLI = $20.97
3. Littlehorn Vampires & Ghosts Tee $39.95 Take 30% off when spending $50+ at TLI= $27.97
4. Munster Goo Board Shorts $54.95 Take 30% off when spending $50+ at TLI = $38.47
5. Alex & Charli Blue Owl and the Pussy Cat Onesie $32.95 Take 30% off when spending $50+ at TLI = $23.07
6. Gaia Organic Cotton My Belle Blue Lace Dress $59.95 Take 30% off when spending $50+ at TLI = $41.97
7. Coco & Ginger Blue Poppy Jeni Playsuit $59.95 Take 30% off when spending $50+ at TLI = $41.97
8. Coco & Ginger Italian Floral Chloe Sunsuit $42.00 Take 30% off when spending $50+ at TLI = $29.40
9. Oobi Pencil Case Set $19.95 Take 30% off when spending $50+ at TLI = $13.97
10. Oobi Apple Necklace $14.95 Take 30% off when spending $50+ at TLI = $10.47; and Oobi Cherry Necklace $14.95 Take 30% off when spending $50+ at TLI= $10.47
11. Rhubarb Baby Oak Tree – 2 Piece Set $39.95 Take 30% off when spending $50+ at TLI = $27.97
12. Oobi Lucy Dress Orange Dots $34.95 Take 30% off when spending $50+ at TLI = $24.47

Ten Little Indians stock items from brands: 2 Little Boys, Albetta, Alex & Charli, Alex Toys, Ali Bird, Alimrose Design,Bebe by Minihaha, Big by Fiona, Bluebird and Honey, Bobbleart, Books to Wear, BoyleIndustries, by OMA, Charli & Ant; Cheeky Monkey, Chook Leaf, Coco & Ginger,  Cocoon Clothing, Cocoon Couture, Cried Wolf, Dumpling Dynasty, Emotion & Kids, Emperor’s Laundry, Fish Lily, Flash Harry Studios, GaiaOrganic Cotton, Gimmo, Heavenly Creatures, Itch Design, Knox & Floyd, Lakeland Mini, Lark, LilSpunk, Little Chipipi Moveables, Little Leona, Little Swish, Littlehorn, Lotus Linens, me2me2, Meet Me at Mikes, Melissa & Doug, Miatom, Mill&Mia, minti, Miny Mo, Monstar Kids, Monster Couture, Moppit, Mudpuppy, Munster, My Child Magazine, My Picture Story Book, No3No4, Noonoo, Oobi Baby, Peggy, Penny Scallan, Pidgeonhole, Purebaby, Raff + Lulu, Rhubarb, Robert Gordon Australia, RosieFlo, Ruby Luxe, Rush, Serena & Lily, Sew Your Own, Shanghai Ruby, Sophie the Giraffe, SparkleT, Tayla-Lu Swimwear, TenLittleIndians, The Little Experience, The Source, Tiddles&Chich, Tiger Tribe, Tin Lid Designs, TkxiSurf, and tomtom designs.

Ten Little Indians ships daily using Australia e-parcel express for flat rate shipping of $7.50 Australia-wide. Deliveries over $150 are shipped free of charge across Australia.  Flat rate international shipping charges available. Click here for further details.