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Today’s post written by Anna

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Today it is my pleasure to bring you the delight that is CornflowerBlue – www.cornflowerblue.com.au – a brand new and unique online boutique that brings together a collection of some seriously stylish clothes that are both people and planet friendly.

CornflowerBlue stocks stylish organic, bamboo, ethically made and handmade clothes from around the world. You will find fabulous local and overseas brands including Serendipity, La Queue du Chat, Nanny Pickle, Eternal Creation, Zooey, Apple and Bee, Bacche, Bornsage, Sckoon, Cackleberry Kids, Eco Peko, Tiny Revolutionary, Cheeky Chickies, Green Eyed Monster, Blueberry Kids, Old Soles, Minime of Sydney, Foundation of Love, Kate Quinn Organics, and Speesees, as well as their own label, CornflowerBlue ORGANIC which specialises in organic clothes for girls that are truly beautiful.

You can shop with a clear conscience at CornflowerBlue as Sarah and her team only purchase clothing and accessories made in factories that have ethical working standards and conditions.

This thoughtful business takes putting action into the things that matter that one step further and gives back to communities in India and Australia.  $1 from the sale of each and every item they sell is donated towards charitable activities.

CornflowerBlue also have a fanastic program called Use it, Love it, Give it Back, where you can send

your used clothes (once you have got all the wear out of them you can!) and they will then distribute them to street children in need in India.  What a fantastic initiative!

To celebrate their launch, Cornflowerblue are offering 15% of Zooey, Eternal Creation and Blueberry Kids products for KidStyleFile readers. To redeem enter code ‘KSF_L01′ at checkout. If you are one of the first 5 customers through the door you will also receive a pack of Omved beauty products, exclusive to CornflowerBlue.

A. Blueberry Kid Pink Lace Dress $99.95 less 15% KSF discount = $85.05
B. Tiny Revolutionary Recycle Love Tshirt $30.00
C. Nanny Pickle Giraffe $29.00
D. Eternal Creation Classic Summer Shirt $40.50 less 15% KSF discount = $34.45
E. Zooey Puffy Sleeved Top and Pant Set $78.95 less 15% KSF discount = $67.10
F. Eternal Creation Classic Denim Shorts $38.25 less 15% KSF discount = 33.00
G. Sckoon Organics Baby Crochet Romper $50.00
H. Zooey Button Dress $105.00 less 15% KSF discount = $89.25
I. Kate Quinn Organics Puff Sleeve Onesie $24.95

When orders are placed before 1pm, CornflowerBlue offer same day shipping for the fantastic rate of $6.95 Australia-wide.  They will also happily ship internationally.  For full delivery information please see here.

Today’s post written by Angela

Today’s post written by Angela

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If you haven’t already swung over to Mini Eco’s – www.minieco.com.au – fabuloso 50% off Summer Sale with an EXTRA 5% disc for KSF readers, then now’s the time!

Get 50% off all summer clothes for kids and adults, as well as 50% off all organic toiletries and yummy organic treats.

KSF VIPs can also take an extra 5% off by entering the code ‘ summersale‘ at checkout until 28 Feb, 2009. Thank you, Catherine!!

Mini Eco specialises in organic and fair trade baby and children’s fashion and accessories (and there’s even some goodies in there for Mum and Dad too!)

Mini Eco’s stunning range of products showcases the fact that “eco” and “ethical” don’t have to mean daggy. Min Eco stock some of my fave brands including Fig, Scout, Sckoon, Binth, Lark, Lotus Linens, and La Queue du Chat, to name just a few.

To show you just how far eco and ethical has come, check out this, the entire list of brands Mini Eco stocks:

4MyEarth, Adiri, anamalz, Angelique, Artisse Organic, babba, Baberoo, Baby E, Baby Greens, Baby Nova, Baby Organics, Bamboo Baby, Binth, biobaby, Bobux, Boon Inc, Bossy Baby, Centro Style, Clothing of the American Mind, Cotton Monkey, Cuski, David Fussenegger, Dr Bronner’s, Earth Greetings, Eco Yarn Co, EcoLinen, Egg Baby, Envirosax, Ezy Peazy Babywear, Fig Kids, Fresh Baby, Fully Stoked, Gg and me, Go Natural, Green Pack, Hampstead Teas, Holy Cow Company, Imse Vimse, Indigo Goose, Irie Star, Jolie, Kailis Organics, Kee-ka, Kiwi Industries, Kwool Baby, La Queue du Chat, Lambykins, Lanka Kade, Lark, Lazy Baby and Plain Lazy, Lewis Confectionery, Little Blue Fish, Little Eyes, Little Green Radicals, Little Merry Fellows, Little Yogis, Look at the Wall, Lotus Linens, Luscious Liquids, Margaret River Hempco, Maria’s Organic Babies, Maud n Lil, Milk and Tickles, mini eco, My Vintage Baby, Nalan Collection, Nanny Pickle, Nappy Head, Nest, Nest Organics, O’Bon, Ocean Pure, Orgran, Piccalilly, Progressive Kid, pure potions, Pure Wipes, Q Collection Junior, Rattle Me, Rise Up, Rosie Flo, Sage Creek, Sahara Bloom, Sckoon, Scout, Serendipity, speesees, Springhill, Tot Seat, Turtlegreen, Under the Nile.

Impressed? Yeah! Head over to Mini Eco now!

Mini Eco charge $7.50 flat rate postage, Australia-wide. Orders over $200.00 are shipped FREE within Australia. International orders are welcome. Flat rate postage to New Zealand in AUD$20.00. See Mini Eco’s postage and delivery information page for full details.

Post written by Miki
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This week I’m having a look around at some of the best US designers in the boutique kidswear market – and of course, where to find them.

The great thing about the current high Aussie dollar against the US dollar is that many Australian retailers have been able to offer their US lines at lower prices – so make the most of it while it lasts!

One word of advice though – US sizes are a bit different from Australian sizes, and tend to run a bit smaller. So if in any doubt always go a size up when choosing.

Itty Bitty Yuppy

Itty Bitty Yuppy – www.ittybittyyuppy.com.au – have a big selection of gorgeous US designers’ lines. Abe Jones is a great one, with a range of tees and some adorable vintage-inspired dresses with sophisticated fabrics. There’s also Eight3One with the cutest little print onesies and tees for the little ones, and Pink Chicken (stunning New York based line) with fabulous prints and frills for little girls. There’s loads of choice for boys too, with Knuckleheads, Wonderboy and Tin Tank.

IBY are having a huge clearout sale at the moment, with prices on selected items discounted by up to 75%! Yes, it’s a great time to shop!

Clockwise from top left:

Abe Jones infant tank, $49.95 $32.47
Knuckleheads ‘Don’t Bug Me’ tee, $29.95
Wonderboy ‘Basketcase’ shirt, $72.55 $47.16
Eight3One ladybug onesie, $32.95 $21.42
Pink Chicken ‘Lola’ dress, $82.45

Bubbafunk

Bubbafunk – www.bubbafunk.com.au – carry two beautiful US-based lines for tiny people. The first is Egg Baby by Susan Lazar, the first post of call for for exquisite hats and booties, plus some really lovely rompers. These are special pieces for special babies and make such wonderful gifts.

Then second is Quilt Baby, who deliver a colourful and contemporary take on some great basics, like bodysuits, wraps and bibs – just gorgeous!

Check out Bubba Funk’s huge clearance sale currently on for some great bargains.

Clockwise from top left:

Egg Baby mother & child layette, $69.95 $49.95
Egg Baby by Susan Lazar cable hat and booties set, $79.95
Quilt Baby chocolate burst bib and burp set, $39.95
Quilt Baby Candy dots bib and burp set, $39.95
Quilt Baby yellow giraffe long-sleeve onesie, $29.95

Chic Kids

One of my favourite organics ranges can be found at Chic Kids – www.chickids.com.au – and that is Sckoon Organics. Based out of Soho in New York, Sckoon Organic products are beautifully soft and comfortable for tiny tots, and look great too!

Chic Kids also stock two fab t-shirt lines, verymeri and yoli-poli, both of which are popular with celebrities’ kids – and when you see how gorgeous they are you’ll understand why!

Check out Chic Kids’ sale items, and join the Chic Kids loyalty club for an extra 10% discount off marked prices: nice!

Clockwise from top left:

Sckoon Organic ZEN Plum long-sleeved shirt and monkey pants, $46.95 $39.91
Sckoon Organic long-sleeved shirt and karate pants, $49.95 $42.46
verymeri Woof! short-sleeved t-shirt in pink, $29.95 $25.46
yoli-poli Namaste pink tank top, $28.95 $24.61
verymeri Blast Off! short-sleeved t-shirt in black, $29.95 $25.46

Moxie Kids Online

Finally today we have Moxie Kids Online, an American kidswear boutique – and where better than a US boutique to get the fantastic US label Glug. Makers of sweatshop-free American Apparel t-shirts and dresses with striking, modern prints, every kid will find something there that they love. I really love this line, there’s so many t-shirts I want to get!

Check out the Moxie Kids incredible sale: 125 items up to 75% off!

Clockwise from top left:

Glug Baby tree dress, USD$50.00 USD$29.99
Glug Baby raindrops dress, USD$50.00 USD$29.99
Glug Baby eagle infant tee, USD$32.00 USD$14.99
Glug Baby panda infant shirt, USD$32.00 USD$14.99
Glug Baby ladybug infant tee, USD$32.00 USD$14.99

Please check individual sites for shipping details.

Post written by Miki
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If you thought the best of the winter sales were over, you were wrong!

Chic Kids – www.chickids.com.au – are having a massive sale: 15% off all clothing!

But it gets even better than that! Chic Kids members get an extra 10% off store-wide!! All you have to do is register at checkout and use the coupon chic10 to receive this bonus.

So that makes all clothing at Chic Kids at least 25% off!!!

Plus if you’re a greedy guts and want even more of a discount, have a squiz at the new Chic Kids section, Delicious Discounts. In there you’ll find Oobi at 20% off, and that’s before your extra 10% off is calculated.

Chic Kids have a gorgeous range of designers, including Moppit, Oobi Baby (all Oobi on sale until sold out!!), Tickled Pink, Kate Finn Toys, Eternal Creation, Cheeky Monkey, Sckoon Organic Clothing, Starchild Shoes, Tippy Toes Socks, BabyLegs, Star & Rose, yoli-poli, Asthma Friendly, Plum and the uber cool US label verymeri.

Speaking of verymeri, their tees are really taking off in the US now. All verymeri tees are designed by kids! Anyone under 18 can enter a design, and kids can likewise vote for their favourites and the winning designs are produced for purchase. Check out Chic Kids’s verymeri range here.

Now this next thing I want to mention isn’t clothing, but they’re just so cool that I couldn’t go past them: Mooo ride-on racers. Now how completely and totally awesome are they??!

The Mooo Ride-on racers come in red, pink and black, they don’t have pedals so they’re perfect for little toddler legs to push around, and they’re just so shiny and gorgeous that the whole neighbourhood will want one (even the adults ).

When you use the members discount code to take 10% off the price they’re really quite affordable too, much cheaper than many other quality ride-on toys. At $125.00 $112.50 I’m incredibly tempted to get my son one of these – in red of course; red goes faster – for his first birthday which is coming up in a couple of weeks.

Now without further ado, here are my picks for the clothing sale:

Don’t forget to take an extra 10% off these fab prices when you netr ‘chic10′:

Starchild leather shoes – Monkey, $39.95 $33.96
Starchild leather shoes – Lacey, $39.95 $33.96
yoli-poli Warrior II tee, $29.95 $25.46
Moppit La Princesse tee, $44.95 $38.21
Tickled Pink kaftan top, $22.95 $19.51
Moppit grey & black striped hoodie for boys, $49.95 $42.46
Baobab striped bodysuit in red/navy, $37.95 $32.26
Eternal Kids double pocket mountain shirt, $39.50 $33.57
Eternal Kids cord bootleg pants in camel, $39.50 $33.57
Tickled Pink dress in pink with ballerina print, $44.95 $38.21
Plum long-sleeved boys two piece set in green, $33.90 $28.81
Sckoon organic preemie round kimono in blue, $38.95 $33.11

Chic Kids post Australia-wide using Express Post. Parcels up to 1kg are $6.95, parcels 1-3kgs are $9.90 and for orders over $200 postage is FREE.

Today I’d like to introduce to you to new KidStyleFile weekend contributor, Miki. Miki is mum to 9 month old Alex, and brings her stunning written style and a new perspective on boys gear to KSF. Today’s piece is Part 1 of Miki’s great expose of superb boys gear for less. Stay tuned for Part 2, coming next Saturday.
(PS Part 2 is now available here)

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Do you have a boy under the age of two? Do you struggle to find fun, funky and practical clothes him… without bankrupting yourself? Me too. The good news is that since I discovered KSF I’ve been enjoying multitudes of online stores which not only stock a great range of cool gear for baby and toddler boys, but also have fantastic sales and specials.

Here are a few of my favourites:

Quinn Macool

It’s very difficult to go past Quinn Macool www.quinnmacool.com.au when you’re talking about fresh and fun clothes for little boys, and even more so now that they’ve brought in their new winter value packs starting from $50.00 for jumper and pants. There are loads of options and great savings. In fact, the savings are even better this weekend, as Quinn Macool are having a massive pre-winter sale with 30% off winter jumpers, infant pants and singlets!

Check out these great designs:

‘Beam Me Up, Scotty’ Jumper, $24.46 (was $34.95); Bravo Oscar Yankee sweatshirt, from $26.95; ‘Save Us’ sweatshirt, from $26.95 (most designs available in long sleeve and short sleeve t-shirts, and long sleeve and short sleeve rompers). Enter may in redeem code on checkout for your 30% discount on winter jumpers, singlets and infant pants.

Frock You

Ok, I’ll admit it – I’m a Frock You www.frockyou.com.au addict!

My nine-month-old boy pretty much lives in their American Apparel Baby Rib Karate Pants (apparently so do loads of other little boys, given how quickly they sell out!), and the Smirk t-shirts are also a big favourite with their simple, eyecatching designs and bright colours.

Frock You have some great boys’ gear from Baobab (have you seen the dragon bodysuit?) and also from Moppit, who do some of my favourite little boys’ tees.

Pics: Baobab Dragon Bodysuit, $34.95; Smirk ‘Astronaut t-shirt, $34.95; Moppit ‘Sticks, Trucks & Rock n Roll’ t-shirt, $39.95

The Rocking Horse

I have found my all-time favourite beanie here at The Rocking Horse www.therockinghorse.com.au: the Blabla Pocket Beanie in Basil. There is also a great range of the Oobi knits, including the classic ‘Little Bear’ hoodie – little boys in hoods with bear ears are just impossibly cute, but be warned: all the grannies at the supermarket will want to stop you to admire him!

However, I think my absolute favourite products at The Rocking Horse would have to be the Well Spotted tees, as recently featured in (I hope you’re sitting comfortably) Shop 4 Kids, Timeout Sydney, Sydney Morning Herald ‘Fashion Police’, The Age, New Weekly, Sunday Life and Marie Claire. Phew! Great slogan t-shirts, sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face. I’m finding it very difficult to choose between ‘I’ll have my people call your people’, ‘Far out brussel sprout’ and ‘I’m small but I know stuff’, and there are loads more besides!

Pics: Oobi ‘Little Bear’ hoodie with bear ears, $39.95; Blabla Pocket Hat in Basil, $39.95; Well Spotted ‘I’m small but I know stuff’ t-shirt, $29.95.

Chic Kids

If you, like me, worry about harsh chemicals on your precious new baby boy’s skin, then have a look at these Sckoon organics at Chic Kids www.chickids.com.au.

They are made from 100% organic Egyptian cotton, so perfect for the delicate skin of a baby. Check out the bodysuits – being in the kimono style they are wonderful for a newborn as it means not pulling anything over his little head (a guaranteed cause for screams, and not just from the baby!)

There are also some great top & pants designs, of which my personal favourite is ‘ZEN cloud’. And don’t forget to register with Chic Kids to get 10% off! Details are here.

Pics: Sckoon Organic ZEN Cloud Long Sleeved Shirt And Monkey Pants, $42.25 (was $46.95); Sckoon Organic Kimono in blue, $19.75 (was $21.95). Prices include 10% discount.

Pastel Pink

It must be said that a store called ‘Pastel Pink’ www.pastelpink.com.au is not the first place I’d have thought to look for boys’ gear. I’m so glad I did though; they’ve actually got some great stuff!

Have a look at the Bebe Marcel range, particularly the romper which is one of the nicest I’ve seen anywhere. And how cute is the David Fussenegger ‘Pirates’ bassinet blanket! There’s plenty more besides these two offerings, so it’s worth having a look for yourself. And remember that KSF readers get 10% off at Pastel Pink! Click here for details.

Pics: Bebe Marcel Romper, $35.95 (was $39.95); David Fussenegger ‘Pirates’ bassinet blanket, $44.95 (was $49.95). Prices include KSF 10% discount.

Kids Gift List

Last but certainly not least, one of my all-time favourite brands is Sooki Baby.

Kids Gift List www.kidsgiftlist.com.au has some Sooki Baby for boys on sale at the moment, so hurry on over and check it out before it all goes! I like this quirky little ‘Cruisin’ romper! (Spot the fluffy dice in the print on the front?)

There are some other great bodysuits and tees in the sale section too – I really love the environmental ones such as ‘I’ll change the world someday’ and ‘Save some green for me’.

Pics: Sooki Baby Cruisin’ Romper, $26.35 (was $32.95); ‘I’ll change the world someday’ onesie, $31.15 (was $38.95); ‘Save some green for me!’ tee, $31.15 (was $38.95)

Check individual sites for postage pricing and details.

Chic Kids - www.chickids.com.au – has the most wonderful range of clothing, footwear, toys and bath products for kids from birth to 5 years from leading designers including Moppit (New Season’s stock now IN!), Oobi Baby, Tickled Pink, Kate Finn Toys, Eternal Creation (most items on sale), Cheeky Monkey, Sckoon Organic Clothing, Starchild Shoes, Tippy Toes Socks, BabyLegs, Star & Rose, Asthma Friendly and more, with Plum and the very cool US label verymeri coming soon.

Register on the Chic Kids website to receive 10% off everything in store, including discounted items, *every* time you shop!!

Once registered, all you need to do is insert CHIC10 in the coupon section when checking out. Nice n easy!!

In addition to these stupendously wonderful products and prices, purchases over $50.00 will receive a FREE Babyboo toy. (Available while stocks last. $50.00 amount excludes postage.)

PLUS, with any purchase from the Tickled Pink range you will receive a FREE tye dyed headband trimmed with sequins. (Limit of one per order. While stocks last).

I am utterly in love with the Sckoon Organic Clothing, stocked exclusively by Chic Kids. Just look at these stunning designs!

Sckoon Organic Kabuki Kimono and Pants set $51.95

Sckoon Organic Zen ‘Plum’ for girls $46.95

Sckoon Organic Zen ‘Cloud’ for boys $46.95

Chic Kids is also having a great clearance sale on Oobi Baby products.

Visit the Chic Kids Oobi product page to jump straight in to the Oobi bargains.

Discounted, reduced, on special, infinitely affordable, Oobi is always ALWAYS a winner, whether it be for your own boy or girl, or as a gift, it is pure class! What a time to buy!

Typically the boys Oobi range is a bit more of a rare bird, but Chic Kids has it here in captivity, waiting to release it to your loving good home.

Get the Oobi Boys Scary Bat and Blue and Green Striped Shorts for just $29.69 a pair.
Get the Oobi Boys Parisienne Scary Bat and Dino Eggs 2 piece Summer Lounge Sets for just $25.46 each.
Get the Oobi Boys Scary Bat and Dino Eggs Nappy Cover 2 pack set for just $18.71
Get the Oobi Boys Scary Bat Hat for just $16.46

Wooooooo-hoooooooooooo!!!

Girls don’t miss out either, as Chic Kids also have a super selection of Oobi girls awaiting your purchase.

Behold!

Get the Oobi Girls Parisienne Ruche Dress in Floral, Scarlet and White, or Strawberry Shortcake colour-ways for just $22.46 each
Get the Oobi Girls Fireworks Smock Dress for just $23.96
Get the Oobi Girls Fireworks and Scarlet and Red Hats for just $16.46 each
Get the Oobi ‘Gorgeous’ Dictionary Tee in pink for just $14.96
Get the Oobi ‘Genuis’ Dictionary Tee in red — great for girls and boys alike — for just $14.96

Are you smiling yet?

Visit the Chic Kids Oobi product page to jump straight in to the Oobi bargains.

Chic Kids charge $6.95 for postage up to 1kg. The cost for bulky items or parcels 1kg – 3kg will be $9.90. International orders are welcome. View the Chic Kids postage FAQ for more information.

Chic Kids - www.chickids.com.au – may be a relatively new kid on the block, but owner Denise is well-versed in the world of babies and kids.

Denise is a mother of triplets, no less, (now 27 years old), and also a grandmother! You just can’t beat those credentials for understanding the importance of baby and kid products that are not only beautiful, but are a pleasure to use and live with.

Denise has stocked Chic Kids with the best clothing, footwear, toys and bath products for kids from birth to 5 years from leading designers including Moppit (New Season’s stock now IN!), Oobi Baby (you are going to LOVE the sale stock!), Tickled Pink, Kate Finn Toys, Eternal Creation (most items on sale), Cheeky Monkey, Sckoon Organic Clothing, Starchild Shoes, Tippy Toes Socks, BabyLegs, Star & Rose, Asthma Friendly and more, with Plum and the very cool US label verymeri coming soon.

Just wanted to say that I am sooooo taken with the Sckoon Organic Clothing. Just look at these stunning designs!

Sckoon Organic Zen ‘Plum’ for girls $46.95

Sckoon Organic Zen ‘Cloud’ for boys $46.95

verimeri has really caught my eye. verymeri is a US label borne of a teacher’s love for her pupils and their ideas. verymeri is a label with designs by kids, for kids. It also invests back in kids by donating some of its profits to disadvantaged kids. Inspiring stuff! Keep your eyes on Chic Kids, as the verymeri stock will be landing soon!

Register on the Chic Kids website to receive 10% off everything in store, including sale items, *every* time you shop. Once registered, all you need to do is insert CHIC10 in the coupon section when checking out. Nice n easy!!

Ok, now on to the important matter of the SALE Oobi at Chic Kids

Visit the Chic Kids Oobi product page to jump straight in to the Oobi bargains.

Yes, Oobi Summer stock going cheap as chowder to make way for new stock.

Discounted, reduced, on special, infinitely affordable, oobi is always ALWAYS a winner, whether it be for your own boy or girl, or as a gift, it is pure class! What a time to buy!

Typically the boys Oobi range is a bit more of a rare bird, but Chic Kids has it here in captivity, waiting to release it to your loving good home.

(KSF reader Kristi, if you’re reading this, this is for YOU!)

Get the Oobi Boys Scary Bat and Blue and Green Striped Shorts for just $29.69 a pair.
Get the Oobi Boys Parisienne Scary Bat and Dino Eggs 2 piece Summer Lounge Sets for just $25.46 each.
Get the Oobi Boys Scary Bat and Dino Eggs Nappy Cover 2 pack set for just $18.71
Get the Oobi Boys Scary Bat Hat for just $16.46

Wooooooo-hoooooooooooo!!!

Girls don’t miss out either, as Chic Kids also have a super selection of Oobi girls awaiting your purchase.

Behold!

Get the Oobi Girls Parisienne Ruche Dress in Floral, Scarlet and White, or Strawberry Shortcake colour-ways for just $22.46 each
Get the Oobi Girls Fireworks Smock Dress for just $23.96
Get the Oobi Girls Fireworks and Scarlet and Red Hats for just $16.46 each
Get the Oobi ‘Gorgeous’ Dictionary Tee in pink for just $14.96
Get the Oobi ‘Genuis’ Dictionary Tee in red — great for girls and boys alike — for just $14.96

Are you smiling yet?

Visit the Chic Kids Oobi product page to jump straight in to the Oobi bargains.

In addition to these stupendously wonderful products and prices, purchases over $50.00 will receive a FREE Babyboo toy. (Available while stocks last. $50.00 amount excludes postage.)

PLUS! With any purchase from the Tickled Pink range you will receive a FREE tye dyed headband trimmed with sequins. (Limit of one per order. While stocks last).

Chic Kids charge for postage kg the cost will be $6.95 and bulky items or parcels 1kg – 3kg will be $9.90. International orders are welcome. View the Chic Kids postage FAQ for more information.