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Today’s post written by Anna

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Welcome to the week, KidStyleFilers! While I know many of you can boast that the first weekend of spring offered you glorious sunshine to play in, I was stuck inside as it literally poured all weekend where I live. It’s no sob story from me though, because as well as converting our lounge room into an enormous cubby, hours of Lego and countless games of Uno, our wet weekend offered this mummy plenty of time to browse through all the happy new arrivals over at Baby’s Got Style – www.babysgotstyle.com.au.

There is a gorgeous new bounty of goodies to keep your little people up with the latest style for spring and summer. First mention goes to the rocking new selection of girls wear from the likes of Amber, Annika and Peach & Cream and – oh my! – if you weren’t yet dreaming of summer, what these three new labels offer for your little girl will have you there in a flash! Think vintage-inspired cuts, floral fabrics and some lace for finishing touches, and you will be on the page of beautiful and feminine designs these labels have to offer.

Though I wouldn’t expect anything less, what BIG by Fiona Scanlan offers for little ladies this season is big! The new arrivals embrace beautiful fabrics, are so aesthetically pleasing and yet somehow remain so totally wearable. (Yes: like *a lot*!)

There is more fabulous floral from label Peggy who have seriously delivered on style for babies this season. Check out the wee babe pictured below in the Peggy Polo crazy dots playsuit matched with the Polo crazy dots peggy hat – what a cutie pie! New arrivals too for your precious little ones the likes of  Bebe, Pure Baby as well as some lovely new wooden toys and puzzles by John Crane.

While we’re talking about babies, there is a delightful new collection of soft, squeaky toys from Alimrose Designs.will As we have come to expect from this brand, every one is totally adorable, though if you have a pink bundle arriving soon that you’d like to snap one up for – check out the Kitty Cat soft toy who just looks so pretty in her springtime dress.

For boys I think the stand out new items at Baby’s Got Style are from the lovable likes of Little Horn. I love the oodles of fun this label seem to infuse into each garment they design, and my boys always love it too. For some quirk for your little man try the Mo tee or if you have a little guy that seems to be continuously followed by the words “uh oh” then the Little Horn Uh! Oh! Tee be a good match for him!

After a weekend stuck inside, I have fallen in love with the Almond Tree – Family Rules bus roll which is a seriously stylish way to display some family rules. What a beautiful idea!

Huge shout out today as Baby’s Got Style are not only delivering you all this beautiful new style; they have up to 70% off in their sale warehouse, they give away $200 gift voucher every week to one of their newsletter subscribers and – wait for it! – for 1 week only, Baby’s Got Style are giving *you* the chance to win $2,000.00 worth of diamonds! Yes, you read correctly: the real deal, sparkly, “girl’s best friend” type of diamonds!! Now that’s a competition that this mummy and mummy’s across the country can get excited about! Click here to enter, but remember, be quick! This competition closes midnight Sunday 12 September 2010.

1. Bebe Pointelle l/s button tee $24.00
2. Peggy Polo crazy dots peggy hat $24.95 & Peggy Polo crazy dots playsuit $39.95
3. Alimrose Designs Kitty cat soft toy $28.95
4. Amber Tulle lace overlay skirt $42.95
5. John Crane Twinkle rattle $21.95
6. Amber Ruffled floral tee $24.95
7. Almond Tree Family rules bus roll $29.00
8. Little Horn Mo tee $26.95
9. Little Horn Burger rings tee – black/rust $44.95
10. Little Horn Uh! Oh! Tee $44.95
11. Toshi Floral gingham bell hat $29.95

Baby’s Got Style postage charges are $6.95 for small parcels and $9.50 for large, overnight delivery Australia-wide. (Orders must be placed before 1pm EST for delivery next business day). For International orders and all other specific details please see the Ordering and Delivery tabs at Baby’s Got Style.

Today’s post written by Anna

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Twinkle, Twinkle, shoppers! Today we bring you 5 star news from the fabulous Babies And Kids – www.babiesandkids.com.au.

For 5 sparkling days, Babies And Kids are offering KidStyleFile readers a fantastic store wide discount of 15% off! This is on all the style you can find in store: all new season stock and all sale stock – the lot! Simply enter code ‘ksf15′ at checkout before midnight Monday 16 November 2009 to make the most of this offer. Orders over $75 also receive a complimentary box of Honeysticks Crayons.  And the good news hasn’t stopped yet today; you also have until 30 November to go in the draw to win one of two Toetum outfits valued up to $60. To be in the running, simply include any item from the Toetum range in your shopping. Also be sure you sign up to the Babies And Kids newsletter (on the site homepage) to be in the running for a $1000 Christmas hamper.

Babies And Kids are excited to announce they are now stockist of Oopsy Daisy Baby Pettiskirts (a small and exclusive club!). Stock should arrive very soon, so make sure you pre-order one now (and because I know you’re dying to ask, yes, your KSF discount code does apply to your pettiskirt pre-order!!)

As I put my children to bed last night I realised I will need new summer PJ’s – and in a hurry! So I was so please to find New Jammies from the US at Babies and Kids. For boys there are the cute golf, soccer designs and then of course, who could resist the  the ‘apple of my eye’ design for your special little someone?!

Toetum is another great label found at Babies And Kids. My favourite of the range is the Boy Fishing Tee. And don’t forget you can go in the running to win a Toetum outfit if you purchase an item from this label before the end of the month.

Babies And Kids are certainly going the extra mile this Christmas, with the introduction of their ‘concierge’ service for your Christmas shopping. Simply send an email detailing age, gender and a price range and they will reply with an obligation free list of suggestions…now that’s service!  Put that together with the beautiful FREE gift-wrapping service and all you need to do for Christmas is collect your gifts from the postman and pop them under the tree.

You can also join the B&K Baby Club by emailing Heather at B&K with your name, baby’s/ children’s name/s (or due date). You’ll then be sent reliable info on babies and kids health and development  – Heather is an experienced medical and health journalist with many contacts among leading medical experts, and articles are reviewed for accuracy by the appropriate authority.

*Prices quoted in red below only apply with code ‘ksf15′ until midnight November 16, 2009.

1. Bunnykins 3-piece Dinner Set $24.95 with 15% off = $21.20
2. New Jammies Short Sleeved – Soccer Set (2-6yrs) $39.95 with 15% off = $33.95
3. Oopsy Daisy Pettiskirt – Pink & Black (2, 4 & 6yrs) $90.00 with 15% off = $76.50
4. Pure Baby Knitted Dress (00 – 1year) $54.95 $43.95 with 15% off = $37.35
5. Honeysticks Crayons $12.50 with 15% off =$10.65
   
6. New Jammies Apple of My Eye Blanket $32.95 with 15% off = $28.00
7. Toetum Boy Fishing Tee (00-1) $32.95 $24.95 with 15% off = $21.20
8. Toetum Star Ballerina Leggings $15.95 $7.95 with 15% off = $6.76
9. Oopsy Daisey Pettiskirt – Baby Pink (2, 4, & 6yrs) $90.00 with 15% off = $76.50
10. Toshi Military Cap $27.50 with 15% off = $23.40

Babies and Kids stock a wide range of labels including: b.box; Pure Baby; Gaia Oragnic Cotton; Max and Tilly, Marquise, Plum, Minihaha, Woof!, Bebe, Tiny Minymo, Minymo, Eternal Creation, Baobab, Bacche, Agoo, Mamas & Papas, Yunginz, Ecoboo, Toetum, Piccalilly, Old Soles, Pram Rock, Pink Chicken, Merino Kids, In the Round, Uttam, Ohme-Ohmi, Alex and Charli, Books to Wear, Cozibug, Bright Bots, Cozyosko, 5 Star Baby, Itzy Ritzy, Little Beetle, and Little Amigos, Oopsy Daisey Baby, and New Jammies.

Babies and Kids charge $7.65 flat fee Express Post delivery Australia wide. Orders over $100 are shipped FREE, Australia-wide. International orders are welcome: delivery charges are $15 to New Zealand, and $20 to the rest of the world. Click here for full postage and delivery information.

Today’s post written by Miki

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It’s a big month for Australia’s hottest baby and kids boutique Baby’s Got Style ww.babysgotstyle.com.au. This month they are five years old; a fantastic achievement, and a huge landmark in any babys life!

From the start Baby’s Got Style have strived to stock only the best and brightest of Australian and International kidswear brands, and today their brands list is now one of the most extensive in this competitive market. Daniela and her team are constantly at work sourcing new labels to add to the list, and this month introduce the very stylish Goorin Hats, Kicky Pants and Urchin to the list.

New arrivals from other brands are hitting the shelves about now as well – look out for new season collections from Fresh Baked (love their nautical looks for girls), BIG by Fiona Scanlan, Coco & Ginger (super-sweet dresses), Small Paul (ever urban-cool) and the adorable Locolili! hats and headbands (so pretty!)

Now for the big birthday news: BGS are giving away to one lucky person a $1,000 Baby’s Got Style wardrobe!!!  All you have to do is Subscribe to the Baby’s Got Style mailing list, or if you’re already a subscriber just forward the special birthday newsletter to a friend. More reasons to get on this list: more chances to win! BGS give away a $200 gift voucher to one lucky subscriber twice a month.

1. Cried Wolf Straw Fedora, $29.95; Urchin Stripey Thong Tee, $33.95; and Fresh Baked Checkerboard Short, $39.9530.
2. Toshi Navy Stripe Denim Sunhat, $27.95; Small Paul ‘Chicks Dig Scars’ Tee, $29.95; and Baobab Racer Print Shorts – Navy, $35.95
3. Locolili! Blue Floral Sunhat, $29.95; BIG by Fiona Scanlan Dip Dye Grandpa Tee, $39.95; and Rock Your Baby Peace Out Skirt, $39.95
4. Locolili! Rainbow Stripe + Check Headband, $11.95; Fresh Baked Ruffle Front Striped Tank, $30.95; and Fresh Baked Sailor Short – White, $36.95

Baby’s Got Style stock the following brands (see what I mean about an extensive list?): Aden and Anais, Albetta, Alex and Charli, Alimrose Designs, Annabel Trends, Baby’s Got Style, BabyLegs, Babylicious, Baobab, Bebe, Bebe au Lait, Belli Skincare, BIG by Fiona Scanlan, Blabla, BLINK Designs, Bobbleart, Bonds, Built NY, Cheeky Little Soles, Cheeky Monkey, Children of the Revolution, Cloud B, Coco & Ginger, Cold Coffee, Collette Dinnigan Enfant, Cried Wolf, Dobbin and Drum, Dripstik, Dwell Studio, Eeboo, Feeding Solutions, FLATOUT, Flipsy Flopsy Dolls, Flirty Bird, French Bull, Fresh Baked, Giddy Giddy, Global Style, Global Style Custom Made, Goorin Hats, Green to Grow, Haba, Itch Designs, Ivy Designs, Jasnor, Jooki, Kicky Pants, L’ll Fraser, Lark and Friends, Little Horn, LocoLili!, Lovestamp, Mamas & Papas, Marquise, Miatom, Mill & Mia, mine by Kayla, Minimonkey, Minti, Mooo, Munster, Nearly Nude, Noo Designs, Nowa Li, Oobi Baby, Ouch, Papoose, Peace Street, Pink Theodore, Pixie Rose, Plumb, Polka, Precious L’il Things, Pure Baby, Rock Your Baby, Rockabye Baby, Seafolly, Small Paul, Snugglebum, Sooki Baby, Sozo, Sparkle T, Story-time, SuperTubes, The Wall Sticker Company, Three Little Trees, Tiger Joe, Tiny Revolutionary, Tiny Tribe, Tip Toey Joey, Tolo Toys, Tommee Tippee, Toshi, Urchin, Vice Versa, Walnut, Weleda, and Well Spotted.

Baby’s Got Style deliver in style (of course!). Overnight delivery Australia wide, is $6.95 for small parcels and $9.50 for large. (Orders must be placed before 1pm EST for delivery next business day). For International orders and all other specific details please see the Ordering and Delivery tabs at Baby’s Got Style.

Today’s post written by Miki

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I’ve been indulging myself in one of my favourite pastimes just now.  I made myself a cup of Earl Grey, I snuck a chocolate biscuit (ok, fine, two), and I sat myself down in front of the computer and went straight to Baby’s Got Style – www.babysgotstyle.com.au.

I’m sure by now you all know about the divine range of goodness that is BGS.  You’ll know all about the ever-continuing range of hot new products that Daniela and her team work tirelessly to source, and you’ll know about how you can win a $200 BGS voucher every month simply by signing up to their newsletter.  You’ll already know all about the vast range of boutique brands stocked (see below the image collage for the full list), and you’ll probably have placed enough orders to know about the spectacular customer service provided.

It’s little wonder it’s Australia’s premier baby and kids online boutique really, isn’t it?

But have you dropped in lately and seen what’s new in store?  Personally, I’m really excited by the Purebaby Essentials range: an incredibly well-priced everyday organics range, which looks fantastic (as you’d expect from Purebaby) but also washes beautifully and feels absolutely divine (as you’d expect from Purebaby). There’s a good range of colours which can be matched or mixed according to your mood, and the cut looks so comfy (as you’d expect from Purebaby!) that I find myself wishing they’d hurry up and make an adults’ range!

Another new line instore are the Lovestamp necklaces; simple and elegant, these silver necklaces stamped with your child’s name – or children’s names, you can easily add extra tags – are an incredibly special keepsake, and would also make a beautiful gift for a grandmother, godmother or special person in your child’s life.

Baby’s Got Style have a competition running at the moment where you could win a Lovestamp Silhouette boy or girl necklace, personalised with your child’s name and valued at $99.95.  It’s easy – all you have to do is email Baby’s Got Style (with ‘Lovestamp comp’ in the subject field) and tell them in 50 words or less why you would like to wear the love.

1. Blabla Handknitted Beanie – Monkey, $39.95
2. Well Spotted Tees – ‘Talk To My Agent’, $30.00; and ‘The Force’ tee, $34.95
3. Peace Street – ‘Penelope Gypsy Dress’, $39.95; and ‘Frida Embroidered Dress’, $79.95
4. Purebaby Candy Knit Stitch Pom Pom Hat, $24.95
5. Baby’s Got Style Signature Balloon Suitcase, from $8.95
6. Toshi Blue Cat Hat, $27.95
7. Purebaby Essentials – LS Tee in Pale Pink, $18.95; and Legging in Grey Stripe, $18.95
8. Purebaby Essentials – LS Tee in Navy, $18.95; and Legging in Red, $18.95
9. Lovestamp Cherish Necklace, $64.95

Baby’s Got Style cater for kids from birth up to eight years and stock 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. New to Baby’s Got Style are Three Little Trees, Minimonkey Baby Slings, and Paul Frank’s label for kids, Small Paul.

Baby’s Got Style charge from $6.95 -$9.50 for overnight delivery (regional centres may take longer) dependent on weight. International orders are warmly welcomed. Read the full shipping details here.

Today’s post written by Kat

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I have to admit something: I am not a fan of theme-dressing. Sparkly christmas earrings give me hives; licenced kidswear causes nausea.

So, thinking about ‘Easter Fashion’ I nearly choked on my Creme egg (theme-chocolates I can handle).

Thankfully, I’ve realised you can be cheerfully festive and dressed to impress, without the need for fluffy bunny ears…(though if you can’t resist, try the hip version: Rock Your Baby’s Rabbit knit hat, available at Baby’s Got Style for $29.95. Adorable!)

Nanny Pickle‘s Bad Bunny Collection is so cute and cheeky it wins my vote for rabbit-themed clobber. Clobber, though, is a bit harsh, because this collection is made from supersoft bamboo and organic fabrics that are just luscious to touch, and come complete with important life lessons such as “Eat your Crusts” and “Don’t Run With Scissors”. Hehe! You can find the Bad Bunny at La Toriana from $19.95.

Cradlerock have a handy Easter section which includes these funky rabbit tees and hoody by Tiny Mammoth (designed by Beci Orphin of Princess Tina fame). How cool is this unique take on a gorgeous vintage print?!

Quinn Macool’s take on bunny prints is, erm, cool! From the cute retro “I Believe” (aaw!) to the “How To Draw A Bunny” tee, perfect for little artistes, you can personalise everything to your taste and nab a nifty new tee for only $22!

But if the only bunnies you want to see this Easter are of the chocolate variety, you could instead have fun putting together a gorgeous new outfit to celebrate:

Baby: Keep little ones warm and snug with a funky romper from Onesies – you’d be hard pressed to go past the simple and chic prints from Danish label Nanoou ($42, 0-12 months), teamed with this versatile, soft velour hat by Gertie & Me ($9.95) and gorgeous matching booties ($9.95; both available at The Hip Infant) for maximum aw-factor. You could also add a sweet little cardi like this one from Purebaby ($32.47 on sale from Just Ripe) for extra warmth and cuteness!

Little Boys: If Nanna’s going to be at Easter lunch, it might be wise to leave your rock’n'roll tees at home, and go for a timeless piece like this Wonderboy Stripe tee ($39.95, 6m-7Y, from Itty Bitty Yuppy). Work it with some classic denim (Munster Stovey 2 Jeans, $80, sizes 2-10; from Tiny People) and retro cool trainers – Adidas Country Stripe, $59.95, sizes US4-10; from Kido Store). If it’s cool, skip the hoody and go for a smart jacket like the Steve Mac coat from Freshbaked (on sale for $29.95 at BabysGotStyle). Watch out, ladies!

Little Girls: We all know how spoilt for choice little girls are now days when it comes to fashion – it’s hard to narrow down a party frock but this week my pick is Polka’s Black Birdy Frou Dress ($99, sizes 3-7; from BabysGotStyle). Accessorise with a slouchy knitted hat (Toshi, $18.95) and ribbed tights for a nice play on texture (Marquise knit tights, $9.95, both also from BabysGotStyle) - or try printed legwarmers scrunched at the ankle if you’re really cool (Huggalugs, $14.50 on sale from My Baby Rocks). Shoes? Yunginz Classeez ($59.95) are pretty enough for every occassion!

Please check individual stores for postage and delivery details. Always check the KSF All Current Deals page to see if you are eligible for any discount.

A little while ago I purchased some of the Polka headbands from Baby’s Got Style – www.babysgotstyle.com.au, purveyors of the finest baby clothes and kids fashion.

These sweet pieces have been such a hit  — they look so fab, make hair management easy, stay on the head, and kids *want* to wear them! — I cruised over last night to pick up some more. (If you want some too you’d best hurry: this stock is limited and once it’s gone that’s it!)

Of course I never just zoom in and zoom out, I take a leisurely browse and take in the sights

I’ve gotta tell you that I think Daniela and the Baby’s Got Style team never rest!  Since I last spoke to you about BGS there’re *heaps* of new goodies in store.

I couldn’t resist playing amateur stylist with the pieces that caught my eye. Below find my hot picks for boys, girls, and pregnant mums in the audience.

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.

For little boys 0-7

Enjoy an edgy street-wise look, softened with the presence of the animals in the tee, and quirked up with sun protection, both courtesy from Cried Wolf. Way cool! This personalised canvas Dino print from Mooo brings the eternal coolness and mystery of dinosaurs to a bedroom near you, and why wait for a birthday to use the Wishosaurus candle holder? Every day’s a celebration, so fire up those candles!

From top left in rows:

Cried Wolf Banyard Tee (sizes 1-8 years) $39.95
Mooo personalised Jurassic Party 30cm x30cm canvas $59.95
Little Horn Bone Idol Cargo Short (sizes 1-8 years) $49.95
Cried Wolf Straw Fedora (fits 2 years+) $24.95
Walnut Slat Canvas Slip-on Shoes $29.95
Wishosaurus Re-usable Candle Holder (comes with 10 candles) $8.95

For little girls 0-7

Okay, well it was the Polka headbands that got me going, and I am on a roll now! Team the headband with Rock Your Baby’s sensational Bib Ruffle Dress and Oobi footless tights for a sweet, unique look. (Looking for shoes to match? Check out Walnut: they’re *it*, baby!)

I’m also loving the Russian Doll theme from Little Horn this summer. Team the dress with their cute-as co-coordinating doll bag, tie or clip hair with doll clips from Flirty Bird (I think I have 20 pairs of Flirty Bird accessories: they use the loveliest fabrics in their designs), and a gorgeous hat from Toshi: the blue with yellow accents is a perfect counterpart to the dress. I personally endorse these hats. My kids each have one in blue, and hey; I’m wearing a pink adult-sized hat in my profile picture!

Looking for a gift, or a prop for a photo op? These Russian Doll sets are a stunning and unbelievably affordable solution.

From top left in rows:

Polka Hex Headband (one size) $16.95
Baby’s Got Style Russian Doll Set $12.95
Rock Your Baby Bib Frill Dress (sizes 000-4) also available in red, black, and grey marle $20.00
Flirty Bird hair clip and hair pony set $11.95 each
Toshi Blue floral reversible beach hat (sizes s,m) $24.95 also available in Pink
Oobi Pal Pink Spot Footless Tights (sizes 0-4) $13.95 Available in a range of colour ways
Little Horn Babushka Doll Dress  (1-8 years) $44.95

For Mums-to-be and New Mums

Finally, a little love for Mums! Baby’s Got Style is carrying the new addition to the ever-wonderful wardrobe staple, Bonds, Bonds ‘Bumps’. Both these dresses deliver supreme comfort without comprising on style, and they won’t break the bank either. BGS also stock the singlets and leggings, so style up this summer!

Bonds Bumps Tie T-Shirt Dress $39.95
Bonds Bumps Stripe Tunic Dress $34.95

While you’re over at Baby’s Got Style to check out the Sale items in each category. There is masses of cool stuff on sale up to 50% off. Go to it!

Also, have a looky at their very cool blog. There’s heaps of interesting stuff to read about, including details of their recent photo shoot with the gorgeous Lana from Little Posers Photography.

Don’t forget that Baby’s Got Style is giving every customer who places an order in October a FREE Wedela Calendula Nappy Change cream sample, and they are also running a great comp this month. To go into the into the draw to WIN an amazing Weleda gift pack valued at over $300 purchase any item from the Weleda range during October. The more you buy, the more chances you get to win: if you purchase two items you get two entries, and so on!

Baby’s Got Style cater for kids from birth up to 8 years.  Baby’s Got Style stock 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. New to Baby’s Got Style are Three Little Trees, Minimonkey Baby Slings, and Paul Frank’s label for kids, Small Paul.

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.