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Today’s post written by Angela

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December is here and it’s time to finalise the Christmas list and start shopping. To help me in my quest I asked some of my favourite online stores what *their* hot picks for kids this Christmas are, and why. I have thoroughly enjoyed the diverse selection of products that have arrived in my inbox – so many fabulous ideas! – and I am thrilled to be sharing part 6 with you today. Stay tuned for more instalments happening every week until Xmas!

Read all instalments here.

		“Get dressed up for Santa with our own fab summer range of bloomers, rompers and dresses. Available in delicious cherry and kiwi spot prints, each outfit is sure to get your little one in the spirit of Christmas.” - Mel at TheHipInfant.com.au The Hip Infant Cherry Spot Summer Dress, (sizes 000-3 years) $34.95
“A great Xmas gift that will keep young boys or girls entertained for hours. Plus when they are not being used, they look great on shelves in a young boys bedroom.” - Melissa at DesignChild.com.au Soldier Skittles Set, $31.95
		“Pick up a gorgeous bag tag for your child this Xmas. Made from timber and printed in one of 11 designs, they make a wonderful stocking stuffer (or tag!) 9x9cm in size with name and address section on the back.” - Victoria at PennyScallan.biz Penny Scallan Wooden Bag Tag, $7.95
” Get a blast from the past with our flip over story dolls, a great way to spice up story time. This Jack and the Beanstalk doll shows Jack climbing the bean stalk on one side, turn him around to find the Giant waiting for him at the top. Flip them over to find Jack with his loot pinched from the Giant, the harp and the Golden Goose.” - Vicki at MonkeytailandWellington.com.au MonkeyTail & Wellington Flip-Over Doll: Jack & the Beanstalk, $37.50 (other fairytales also available)
		“Boys are no longer hard to buy for! These quality 100% cotton aprons -  one for dad and one for your little man(or lady) – and a pair of tongs to share, are all gift boxed ready for wrapping.” - Elizabeth at LaToriana.com.au Olgivies Designs Dad and Me BBQ Sets, $31.95

Please check individual stores for postage and delivery information, and don’t forget to swing by the KSF All Current Deals page to scope out deals that may get you discounts on these products.

Today’s post written by Miki

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Elizabeth at La Toriana – www.latoriana.com.au – has really let the festive season go to her head! I’m not sure whether it’s too much champagne or if she’s just feeling incredibly generous, but she has decided to give readers the most enormous pre-Christmas discount yet.  Are you ready for this?  Are you sure? Are you standing by with your credit card ready to pounce?

Because get this: Elizabeth has decided to mark down all full priced Oobi, Deshabille, BRITT, Miniwhisk, Thurlby Farm, Dolly Up, Huggalugs, Nanny Pickle and Penny Scallan by an extraordinary 35% (excluding sale items already reduced by up to 85%, and Tummy Bear). Use the discount code ‘Rudolph’ at checkout. Alternatively, you can get FREE shipping (with no minimum purchase amount) using the code ‘KSFpost’ at checkout. Both of these offers are valid until 10 December 2009 only, so go wild: they’re the last ones before Christmas!

There’s an awful lot to love at La Toriana at the moment, with some truly stunning labels on showcase.  There are the eternally popular Princess Ratbag pettiskirts, for example, which are adored by little girls all around Australia and fly off the shelves faster than the human eye can track!  And while we’re looking at pretty things for little princesses, take in the exquisite Tea Princess collection, which epitomises vintage chic.

I’m also quite taken by the range of aprons and tea towels by Ogilvie Designs.  High quality cotton and fun, eyecatching designs make these a winner, especially if you have a family BBQ on Christmas or Boxing Day.

If you’re looking for stocking fillers and bargains, make sure you look at the Specials section which is updated every Monday. You have to get in quick, considering that products in there are discounted by up to 85% off, they won’t last long! Cheers to that!

Prices quoted below are valid with code (read above) until 10 December 2009 only.

1. Princess Ratbag Pettiskirt – Scarlet Red, $80.00
2. Oobi Dinosaur Egg Short & Singlet Set, $39.95 Less 35% = $25.96
3. Oobi 1950s Flower Bloomers, $24.95 Less 35% = $21.20
4. Tea Princess Summer Crushed Baby Doll Dress – Pink or Blue, $79.95
5. Penny Scallan Pirate Paint Smock, $27.95 Less 35% = $18.16
6. Ogilvie Design Kids Aprons – Festive Designs, $19.95
7. Vanchi Bowler Bag – Geisha, $99.95 Sale Price: $64.95
8. Kee-Ka ‘Little Elf’ tee, $29.95 Sale Price: $14.97

La Toriana stock designer clothing, toys and accessories for babies, girls and boys, from the following brands: Acland, Alannah Rose, annieB, Britt, Boxy Design, Annabel Trends, ArgneshRose, Tippie Toes, Cheeky Little Soles, Dobbin and Drum, Eternal Creation, Finnigan Finn, Hey Baby, Huggalugs, Deshabille, Vanchi, Kee-Ka, Lambykins, Oobi, Eco Peko, Toys Pure, BumpBuddy, Lazybones, Gertie and Me, Britt, Kids Kitchen, Grommets, Mini Whisk, Vintage Kids, Babylicious, Penny Scallan, Tabitha Emma, Tickled Pink, Djeco, Anamlaz, Three Little Trees, Nana Huchy, Jasnor, Footprints, Tummy Bear, Tea Princess, Alimrose Designs, Fairy Floss Creations, Cuski, and Gaia, Nanny Pickle, Oopsidaisi, G&T Kids, Eco Peko, TikiBoo Kids, Wild Things of Noosa, and prem baby brands Tummy Bear and Early Birds.

La Toriana charge $7.95 flat for registered post Australia-wide.  Orders over $150.00 receive FREE shipping and a FREE gift. International orders are welcome. See here for full postage and delivery information.

Today’s post written by Leah

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Lately I have scoffed at the lyrics to some of our favourite Christmas Carols. Initially, “Silent Night” made me giggle – certainly wasn’t written by a mother with a new born. But then, I decided to have a quick look at La Toriana – latoriana.com.au – and I found myself holding my breathe at all the gorgeous dresses, and lo and behold – my little night waker slept through!! Kids fashion can do that you know – it’s powerful!!!

Sugar and Spice and all things nice…kids style is embraced through the large array of Tea Princess items for girls. The current season has surpassed all previous collections, incorporating beautiful soft fabrics, hand crochet, lace and ribbons which channels the girly spirit of kids fashion. The dresses are so fresh, I just wish they came in adult sizes! Summer Stretch Lily Blossom dress and Antique Pearl Party Dress will provide you with a quick taster to start you off.

Snails and puppy dog dails……YMammaY (Pronounced  why-mama-why?) is a New Zealand label new to La Toriana this summer. Made from 100% cotton, the items within this range are classic pieces with a twist of contemporary styling. Elizabeth tells us that stocks for this label are limited, so hurry if you don’t want to miss out. Check out the Burt Shirt which would be great for a Christmas party.

Elizabeth, La Toriana’s creator, wishes to thank all her customers for a wonderful 2009 and is offering some great specials to help you celebrate the festive season. KidStyleFile readers can take 15% off storewide (excludes products in the La Toriana specials section that are already discounted by up to 85% and Tummy Bear products). Enter discount code ‘SilentNight’ at check out to redeem this offer, which ends 29 November 2009.

Discounted prices quoted below are valid with code (read above) until 29 November 2009 only.

1. Tea Princess Summer Crushed Babydoll Dress – Was $79.95 LESS 15% = $67.95
2. Dolly Up Vintaged Ribbon Skirt Was $59.95 LESS 15% = $50.95
3. Princess Ratbag Pettiskirt Scarlett Red Was $80.00 LESS 15% = $68.00
4. Dad and Me “Cow’ BBW Apron Set by Ogilvies Designs Was $39.95 LESS 15% = $33.95
5. Eco Peko “Tree Hugger” Natural Organic Baby and Kids T-Shirt Was $39.95 LESS 15% = $33.95
6. Burt Shirt for Boys By YMamaY? Was $39.95 LESS 15% = $33.95
7. Tikiboo Kids Summer Antique Rose Collection (Aqua or Raspberry) Was $49.95 LESS 15% = $42.45
8. Tea Princess Summer Stretch Lily Blossom dress Was $69.95 LESS 15% = $59.45
9. Issy Party Dress by YMamaY Was $69.95 LESS 15% = $59.45

La Toriana stock designer clothing, toys and accessories for babies, girls and boys, from the following brands: Acland, Alannah Rose, annieB, Britt, Boxy Design, Annabel Trends, ArgneshRose, Tippie Toes, Cheeky Little Soles, Dobbin and Drum, Eternal Creation, Finnigan Finn, Hey Baby, Huggalugs, Deshabille, Vanchi, Kee-Ka, Lambykins, Oobi, Eco Peko, Toys Pure, BumpBuddy, Lazybones, Gertie and Me, Britt, Kids Kitchen, Grommets, Mini Whisk, Vintage Kids, Babylicious, Penny Scallan, Tabitha Emma, Tickled Pink, Djeco, Anamlaz, Three Little Trees, Nana Huchy, Jasnor, Footprints, Tummy Bear, Tea Princess, Alimrose Designs, Fairy Floss Creations, Cuski, and Gaia, Nanny Pickle, Oopsidaisi, G&T Kids, Eco Peko, TikiBoo Kids, Wild Things of Noosa, and prem baby brands Tummy Bear and Early Birds.

La Toriana charge $7.95 flat for registered post Australia-wide.  Orders over $150.00 receive FREE shipping and a FREE gift. International orders are welcome. See here for full postage and delivery information.

Today’s post written by Miki

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It’s sad to say that most of us will, at some point, be affected by breast cancer. It might be your mum, your aunt, a good friend, your sister, yourself or, god forbid, your daughter who contracts it, so it’s in our best interests to band together and help find a cure for this awful disease.

That’s what Elizabeth at La Toriana – www.latoriana.com.au – is doing this month.  October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and Elizabeth is supporting the ‘Think Pink’ campaign in a big way. 10% of the value of every pink item sold at La Toriana in the month of October will be donated to this worthy cause.  There’s a fantastic incentive to whip out the credit card if ever I heard one. But the incentives to shop at La Toriana this month don’t stop there!

Keep these points in mind as you shop – all offers end 30 October 2009:

1. Enter ‘KSF’ in the comments field at checkout to receive a FREE pink treat worth $7.50
2. All orders over $100 will receive a FREE ‘Think Pink’ Lip Gloss (see the image below) or you can buy one for $9.95 and support this great cause.
3. Purchase a pink Little Pearls For Little Girls freshwater pearl set and receive a FREE pink designer hair accessory!
4. Buy an annieB pink stripe or pink check large beanbag (pictured below), and receive a second one FREE – your choice of red or purple!
5. All orders go in the running to win a FREE WINTER 2010 Tea Princess outfit, and to be featured in the Winter La Toriana catalogue.

For some knockout bargains to add to your cart, let me give you a gentle nudge in the direction of La Toriana’s Red Hot Specials section, where Elizabeth has just discounted some items by up to 85%. This makes shopping at La T too easy!

Check out my picks below then head over to La Toriana to do some serious shopping; remember, it’s for a great cause – together we can win this battle.

1. Fairy Floss Creations – A Pink Petal Headband, $14.95
2. Little Pearls For Little Girls Bracelet, $39.95
3. annieB Beanbags – TBA
4. Think Pink Lip Gloss, $9.95 (or FREE with orders over $100)
5. Lambykins Strawberry Heaven Urban Set, $142.95
6. Tea Princess Summer Vintage Rose Hair Clip, $19.95
7. Princess Ratbag Pettiskirts – Ice Pink, $80.00

La Toriana stock designer clothing, toys and accessories for babies, girls and boys, from the following brands: Acland, Alannah Rose, annieB, Britt, Boxy Design, Annabel Trends, ArgneshRose, Tippie Toes, Cheeky Little Soles, Dobbin and Drum, Eternal Creation, Finnigan Finn, Hey Baby, Huggalugs, Deshabille, Vanchi, Kee-Ka, Lambykins, Oobi, Eco Peko, Toys Pure, BumpBuddy, Lazybones, Gertie and Me, Britt, Kids Kitchen, Grommets, Mini Whisk, Vintage Kids, Babylicious, Penny Scallan, Tabitha Emma, Tickled Pink, Djeco, Anamlaz, Three Little Trees, Nana Huchy, Jasnor, Footprints, Tummy Bear, Tea Princess, Alimrose Designs, Fairy Floss Creations, Cuski, and Gaia, Nanny Pickle, Oopsidaisi, G&T Kids, Eco Peko, TikiBoo Kids, Wild Things of Noosa, and prem baby brands Tummy Bear and Early Birds.

La Toriana charge $7.95 flat for registered post Australia-wide.  Orders over $150.00 receive FREE shipping and a FREE gift. International orders are welcome. See here for full postage and delivery information.

Today’s post written by Anna

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Woo hoo! It’s official; spring has sprung, and I can think of no better way to celebrate its arrival than a visit to La Toriana – www.latoriana.com.au.

La Toriana have well and truly embraced the spirit of spring-cleaning, so first stop must be the specials page: with up to 85% off, prices start at an incredible $5.00!!! Check out my favourite sale items from Finnigin Finn, Eternal Creation and Three Little Trees below.

From there it’s full it’s full steam ahead for summer at this gorgeous on line store, and if you haven’t yet taken a look over new season stock – trust me, you are in for an absolute treat!

Summer fashion from Tea Princess is delicately feminine and to me, it somehow seems infused with all the finesse of a willowy film star of a bygone era. With a little girl to dress for the first time this summer, my eyes light up with delight as I anticipate what she will look like in items from this brand!

My 3 Tea Princess favourites are: The Summer Praire Bebe Dress & Bloomer Set, the Summer Antique Pearl Party Dress,  and the Summer White Singlet with Guipre Lace & Satin Rib.

Summer stock from Dolly Up has also arrived in store and Elizabeth from La Toriana has warned it is literally getting snapped up – so make sure you get in quick to avoid disappointment!

To celebrate the first month of spring, La Toriana are offering KidStyleFile readers FREE postage on orders over $50.00 until 30 September 2009. Use code ‘KSF50′ at checkout to redeem.

There are also activities happening at La T right now that you’ll want to be in on: when you place an order at La Toriana you will receive a catalogue which has details of how to win a Tea Princess Winter 2010 outfit of your choice. Also, La Toriana’s 2nd Birthday celebrations conitnue – you can win $1,000 in Prizes! All orders placed at La Toriana up until 9am October 30, 2009 will automatically go in the draw.

1. Tea Princess – Summer Antique Pearl Party Dress – $89.95
2. Finnigan Finn “Hanna” – Denim Dress – $64.95 on sale $38.97
3. Three Little Trees – Tokyo Romper – $42.95 on sale $21.47
4. Tea Princess – Summer Praire Bebe Dress & Bloomer Set – $59.95
5. Vanchi – Baby/Parents Urban “Sandstone” Sling Nappy Bag – $129.95
6. Dolly Up – Vanilla Rose Vintage Singlet – $46.95
7. Tea Princess – Summer White Singlet with Guipre Lace & Satin Rib – $52.95
8. Finnigan Finn – Girls designer wear winter tights *Nelly* – $21.99 on sale $17.59
9. Eternal Creation – Pink Wool Tunic - $59.95 on sale $28.55

La Toriana stock designer clothing, toys and accessories for babies, girls and boys, from the following brands: Acland, Alannah Rose, annieB, Britt, Boxy Design, Annabel Trends, ArgneshRose, Tippie Toes, Cheeky Little Soles, Dobbin and Drum, Eternal Creation, Finnigan Finn, Hey Baby, Huggalugs, Deshabille, Vanchi, Kee-Ka, Lambykins, Oobi, Eco Peko, Toys Pure, BumpBuddy, Lazybones, Gertie and Me, Britt, Kids Kitchen, Grommets, Mini Whisk, Vintage Kids, Babylicious, Penny Scallan, Tabitha Emma, Tickled Pink, Djeco, Anamlaz, Three Little Trees, Nana Huchy, Jasnor, Footprints, Tummy Bear, Tea Princess, Alimrose Designs, Fairy Floss Creations, Cuski, and Gaia, Nanny Pickle, Oopsidaisi, G&T Kids, Eco Peko, TikiBoo Kids, Wild Things of Noosa, and prem baby brands Tummy Bear and Early Birds.

La Toriana charge $7.95 flat for registered post Australia-wide.  Orders over $150.00 receive FREE shipping and a FREE gift. International orders are welcome. See here for full postage and delivery information.

Today’s post written by Angela

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Hip hip hooray! it’s time to celebrate with Elizabeth at La Toriana – www.latoriana.com.au – as she marks La T’s second birthday.

Elizabeth is giving a free gift away with every order that mentions ‘KSF’ in the comments section at checkout between now and September 30, 2009. You can also go into the draw to win 1 of $1,000+ in prizes – woo! All orders placed between now and 9am 30 October 2009 will automatically go into the draw to win:

1 x $200 La Toriana Gift Voucher
1 x Vanchi Nappy Bag
1 x $150 Baby Jo Organic baby wear pack
5 x Pink Pearl Bracelets (rrp$44.95 each)
15 x Nanny Pickle Door Hangers (rrp$14.95)
2 x 1 year subscriptions to Little One Baby magazine (rrp $29.90)

Scroll to the bottom of the page for terms and conditions of this draw.

As for what to buy at La Toriana right now, well if you have a little girl, then you are in heaven! New season’s Tea Princess and TikiBoo Kids has just landed (New Zealand label Dolly Up will be arriving soon, too!) , and these fresh and very very pretty pieces are in high demand, so don’t waste a moment!!

1. TikiBoo Kids ~ Summer Sun Dress from the Antique Rose Collection - $49.95
2. Dolly Up – coming soon
3. Tea Princess Summer crushed babydoll dress ~ pink – $79.95
4. Dolly Up – coming soon
5. Tea Princess Summer Antique Pearl Party Dress - $89.95 Tea Princess Summer Vintage headband ~ large - $89.95
6. TikiBoo Kids ~ Summer Sun Dress from the Antique Rose Collection - $49.95 TikiBoo Kids ~ Antique Rose Collection Headband/Headscarf - $22.95
7. Tea Princess Summer crushed babydoll dress ~ blue or pink – $79.95 Tea Princess Summer Rose Chic Apron Dress - $64.95

It’s not all about the girls at La Toriana though! While new season’s boys stock is yet to land, there are a
few new products that have arrived that should tickle your fancy if you’re a mum to a little man.

The Queen’s Guardsmen Skittle Set is a gorgeous toy, which also makes a fab decor statement, the AnnieB’s fresh summer pyjamas for boys speak of summer in effortless style, birthdays are sorted with Alannah Rose’s super cute invitations, and why not treat yourself to a new animal-friendly leather-free baby bag from VanChi?

Party on!

1. Queen’s Guardsmen Wooden Skittle Set – $36.95
2. Alannah Rose ‘Beep Beep’ Boys Party Invitations – $24.95
3. AnnieB’s ‘Max’ Designer Boys Pajamas – $39.95
4. VanChi Baby/Parents Urban Sling  Bag in ‘Slate’ – $129.95

La Toriana stock the following babies, girls and boys designer clothing, toys and accessories brands: Acland, Alannah Rose, annieB, Britt, Boxy Design, Annabel Trends, ArgneshRose, Tippie Toes, Cheeky Little Soles, Dobbin and Drum, Eternal Creation, Finnigan Finn, Hey Baby, Huggalugs, Deshabille, Vanchi, Kee-Ka, Lambykins, Oobi, Eco Peko, Toys Pure, BumpBuddy, Lazybones, Gertie and Me, Britt, Kids Kitchen, Grommets, Mini Whisk, Vintage Kids, Babylicious, Penny Scallan, Tabitha Emma, Tickled Pink, Djeco, Anamlaz, Three Little Trees, Nana Huchy, Jasnor, Footprints, Tummy Bear, Tea Princess, Alimrose Designs, Fairy Floss Creations, Cuski, and Gaia, Nanny Pickle, Oopsidaisi, G&T Kids, Eco Peko, TikiBoo Kids, Wild Things of Noosa, and prem baby brands Tummy Bear and Early Birds, keep customers coming back for more again and again.

2nd Birthday Prize Draw terms and conditions:
All orders placed at La Toriana up until 9am October 30, 2009 will go in the draw. Draw is open to Australian residents only. Prizes will be randomly drawn at 8pm October 30, 2009, and winners will be notified by email, as well as listed in the La Toriana November newsletter and blog.

La Toriana charge $7.95 flat for registered post Australia-wide.  Orders over $150.00 receive FREE shipping and a FREE gift. International orders are welcome. For full postage and delivery information, please click here.