Kids Clothing For The Holidays!

For the holidays, I want my daughter to look nice since we only see my husband's side of the family once a year. I began looking for unique children's clothes, but couldn't find anything that looked quality. Disappointed, but not willing to give up, I then took my searches online. After a short time of searching, I finally found this adorable kids clothing. She's going to look so cute!

5T baby clothes are hard to find

So, fall is officially here. Yay! I love fall. The autumn season has always been a favorite of mine. It used to be that fall was something I associated with starting a new year of school, going back, something new, something fresh. But since 2000, I have happily associated fall with the beginning of my relationship with my husband, Daniel. We went on our first date on August 16th, 2000, but because he was leaving the area for his first year of college, I didn't see him after August 22nd, not again until mid-September. The following year I took tour buses and trains out to Pittsburgh to visit him, and the year after that I moved with him to Pittsburgh. Oh, and two years after that our daughter was born. And lastly, the year after THAT we conceived our son. For those still playing along, that's 2001, 2002, 2004 and 2005. ;)

Alyssa is all ready for the fall. She really hasn't grown too much since last year (just upwards!), so all of her pants from last year fit her just fine. She inherited my short legs, so at least this year most of her jeans won't be dragging the ground. I seriously have to roll up the cuffs on 90% of her pants. It's ridiculous!

Ryan, on the other hand, not so ready.... he has new shirts, about ten of them. But he needs pants. I wasn't sure what size pants he had leftover from last year, so I decided to wait on buying new ones until I checked out his drawers. Well, I went through them yesterday, and he's down to one pair of jeans and two pairs of cargo pants. Ridiculous! That kid grows too much. He was wearing 24mo/2T in the summer of 2007, here we are in the fall of 2008 and 5T fits him now. In comparison, Alyssa is wearing 5T loosely, and she's almost two years older than him. Well, that's my chunky baby.

So guess who has to go shopping for more baby clothes. Or should I say toddler clothes, since there's nothing really BABY about a whopping 5 in toddler sizes!

Psst... anyone else who has a horse-sized toddler like mine, check out eBay for onesies. I found a bunch (new! in packaging!) by Gerber that are 4T! I'm stoked!

A baby's christening ceremony requires a lot of preparation

A baby's christening ceremony requires a lot of preparation. There's the date to set, godparents to choose, a location to settle on, a reception to prepare afterward, and of course a christening baby gown to purchase. Baby boys and baby girls both will look absolutely precious and adorable in a baby christening gown. The gown is often the most exciting purchase related to a christening ceremony. After all, the focus of this special event is on your baby, so of course you will want him or her to look their best.

Typically, a christening baby gown is pure white, and made out of cotton, silk, smooth satin or soft, delicate organza. White is the preferred color since it symbolizes innocence and purity. Gowns can be worn by both baby boys and baby girls, though special rompers and suits are available for those parents who wish to find alternative apparel for their baby boys.

Many family traditions start from the purchase of a christening gown, so it's important to choose a high quality and heirloom quality christening baby gown. When you are considering christening gowns for purchase, you should also think about the time of year you will be having the christening ceremony during. Spring and summer christening ceremonies dictate baby christening gowns made of light, breathable materials, whereas fall and winter ceremonies would typically use heavier, warmer christening gowns. Sleeve length, weight of the christening gown and the material it is constructed from should all be appropriate for the particular season.

Once you have the basics planned for the baby christening gown, it's time to let your heart and desires go shopping! You should truly love the gown you decide upon and be very excited over the prospect of seeing your baby in it.

In addition to the christening baby gown, you'll also want to shop for a few accessories. First, there's the bonnet to consider. Most christening baby gowns are meant to be paired with a matching or complementing baby bonnet. Cross embroidered bonnets and fancy bonnets with ribbons and bows always make beautiful choices. Shoes and socks frequently come in white, and also make great accessories for your choice of christening baby gown. A blanket or a shawl would be appropriate for cooler weather, or for photography purchases.



In addition to a beautiful christening baby gown, many parents adorn baby girls with tiny, infant- appropriate jewelry items, including bracelets, necklaces and earrings. These make for nice keepsakes, but may not always be appropriate for babies.



Finally, bibs and towels are also common accessories that are paired with a christening baby gown. A bib will protect a delicate gown from baby drool and potential spit-up, and a towel provides extra coverage and protection, particularly from the elements and rainy weather.

Baby shopping is fun

I think one of the most exciting things to shop for is a new pet or a new baby. I recently got a pug (four months old, female, beautiful, very well behaved and well mannered), and shopping for her was a lot of fun. But there's only so much to shop for for a dog. A baby, on the other hand, requires a lot of preparation! Baby furniture is just the tip of the iceberg, and even that is a lot. Cribs, playpens, strollers, car seats, high chairs... then there are the optional things like slings, baby swings, cradles, bassinets. But the fun stuff, the REALLY fun stuff, are the baby clothes, diapers, bibs, towels, and accessories like pacifiers, diaper bags and diapering essentials, breastfeeding supplies, toys and musical CDs.

When you think about it, it's amazing that there are literally thousands of items to buy for a new baby. I know we spent a decent chunk of change and time on new baby things for Alyssa. With our second child, we didn't have to get the big things, but we needed a lot of new baby clothes and newborn clothes, since we were having a boy, and obviously he wouldn't look too good in pink or purple. ;)

What was your favorite baby purchase?

Boys vs. girls: shopping for childrens clothes

The best part of having a daughter is being able to dress her up in all of the great little girls clothing! I have a son as well, and I must admit that the selection of boys outfits is never as nice as what I can find for girls! Don't get me wrong, I can find nice childrens clothes for both of my kids, but the good boy stuff is few and far between. My biggest complaint with boys clothing is that everything is dark and dreary, camouflage or sports themed, or plastered with tacky illustrations and television and movie characters. Is it so wrong to want to dress your little boy is nice, sweet little boy apparel?

Now girls clothes on the other hand... a walk in the park! Last week alone I was able to find my daughter a pair of metallic silver jeans, dark blue denim jeans with silver sparkles all over them, and some great tights in the baby clothes section at Babies 'r Us.

Where do you shop for clothing for your children? I know that Gymboree and The Children's Place are often recommended, but there have to be some other nice stores as well! I love Carters clothing, but sadly their sizes don't go beyond babies!

How to save $ on baby clothes

So, here is my secret for shopping for baby clothes for two toddlers without breaking the bank: shop between seasons. It sounds like a strange thing to do, to wait until the end of summer before buying summer clothes, but I promise you you'll save a lot of money, and here's why: stores push the season merchandise before the season begins. This means that by the time summer is nearing an end, the retailers need to get the fall and winter clothes out on the floor. So they clearance all of the summer merchandise to get it out of the way.

Shopping between seasons for baby clothes and childrens clothes works with retail stores, specialty boutiques, and online stores like sandboxcouture.com. They key is waiting for the right time. For spring and summer clothes, check out stores in July and August. For winter clothing, check out stores in March and April.

By shopping between seasons, you'll save as much as 75% on clothes! Here's an example of what I picked up last week: four pairs of toddler girls' shorts, four tank tops, and two pairs of toddler boys' shorts. Guess how much I spent? Ready for it? $30. That's right. $30! Thanks to the items being on clearance, I spent an average of $3 per item. These clothes are normally priced anywhere from $3.99 to $12.99 each. :)

He's almost two!

My son turns two on Saturday. I would be lying if I said that these past two years haven't gone by fast. I know a lot of moms often lament that the baby and toddler days seem to drag and drag, but for me they really flew. Of course, having a busy life and another child assisted with that. My son has a sister who is going to be four in October. I also work from home. And since my son's birth, we have moved twice, dealt with a lot of family drama and changes, and have kept busy doing family things. For instance, in the last seven weeks we have gone swimming at least a dozen times, gone mini-golfing four times, have seen three movies (Hancock, Wall-E and Dark Knight), celebrated three birthdays, went to an amusement park, and went on vacation to the NJ shore.

So, two. What do two year old little boys want for their birthday? That's the question I have been getting from family and friends, and I'm having a heck of a time figuring out the answer. I mentioned clothes and/or gift certificates to a few people, simply because my son is going to need fall and winter clothing. His age really hit me then: two. Two means no more baby clothes. Two means shopping in the little boys section, graduating from 4T and 5T to x-small and 4/5.

Moms, let me tell you: the baby and toddler years go by very quickly. Make sure to stop and enjoy the little moments of them!

Looking For Designer Baby Clothes?

I'm the type of parent who gets a real kick out of putting her little ones into clothes that are different. As an admirer of high fashion I also like seeing babies dressed in a variety of different things but nothing is cuter than designer baby clothes. I had a really hard time finding these types of clothes in the beginning but once I started looking online I found several sites that carried a whole host of different designer brands. I started with the obvious sites like Target and Babies R Us, both of which disappointed me however Sandbox Couture has yet to let me down!

BabyBox.com Selected as Exclusive Online Retailer for Henry & Henrietta Baby Bedding

Retailer of Baby Bedding Expands Offering with New Line of Luxury Crib Bedding


(Darien, CT) February 13, 2008 – www.BabyBox.com, a luxury retailer of baby bedding, crib bedding, baby gifts, bassinets and baby clothes, today announced an expansion in their product line to include Henry & Henrietta, maker of high quality baby bedding and accessories. The newly added baby bedding line enhances the wide selection already offered by BabyBox.com.

BabyBox was selected by Henry & Henrietta as the exclusive online retailer of the upscale bedding collection. Known for carrying the highest quality and most desirable fashions in baby gifts, bedding and accessories, BabyBox.com provides customers an additional line of luxurious yet practical designs. The newest addition of baby bedding joins other upscale designers already available through BabyBox.com including Lulla Smith, Gordonsbury, Serena & Lily, Lullaby and Baby B Collection among others.

Henry & Henrietta features 100% luxury European cotton and delicate hand-sewn embroidery designed to pair with elegant traditional decor. Incorporating world renowned Liberty of London fabrics, the Henry & Henrietta collection brings to market high quality baby bedding and accessories, as well as sophisticated upholstery and window treatments for baby. Each crib bedding set is custom designed and is custom made to order.

“Within each collection, you will find classic designs which incorporate the esteemed fabrics of Liberty of London, providing a distinctive color palette," stated Tara Turner Lockheart, founder of Henry & Henrietta. "The quality offerings and dedicated customer base of BabyBox.com, provides the perfect vehicle to sell our bedding online," Turner Lockheart concluded.

The baby bedding designs offered at BabyBox.com are a perfect blend of elegance and flair, providing quality, classic designs for those who prefer refined décor. "We are thrilled to carry the Henry & Henrietta Collection and look forward to introducing this beautiful baby bedding to our customers. It is so refreshing to work with designers who specialize in custom made crib linens, and who offer each customer the chance to participate in designing their own set," stated Katherine Type, founder of BabyBox.com.

Featuring other products such as baby clothes, crib bedding, toys and baby gifts, the inclusion of the Henry & Henrietta line is a logical development of BabyBox.com's sales strategy, further solidifying customer retention and satisfaction. For more information, please visit http://www.BabyBox.com.


About Henry & Henrietta
Henry & Henrietta launched in September 2007 specifically designed to be customized with elegant traditional fabrics. The luxury baby bedding line brings to market high quality and sophisticated fabrics, reminiscent of the of the shirt makers on Savile Row in London. The Henry & Henrietta collection conveys the classic nature of fine English style, while hinting at the playful spirit of fun that infuses every design. For more information, please visit www.henryandhenrietta.com.

About Baby Box
BabyBox.com is a premier baby gift store for children, ages newborn to 12 months. Offering a specialized selection of luxury baby items, the company prides itself on serving a niche market with a focus on unique and high quality products including adorable baby clothes, nursery décor, quality children's furnishings custom baby bedding, one-of-a-kind handmade items, as well as traditional gifts, such as toys, baby blankets and keepsake gifts. In addition to the specialized collections offered for babies, BabyBox.com also has also expanded its offerings to provide furniture, bedding, décor and clothing for older children as well. With headquarters in Darien, CT, BabyBox.com has been providing unique baby gifts since 1997. For more information, please visit www.BabyBox.com

Baby Clothes Clearance Sale

Sandbox Couture Offers 50-90% off on Designer Baby Clothes & Children's Clothing

Rancho Santa Margarita – CA January 25, 2008 – Sandbox Couture, a popular online children's boutique retailer of baby clothes, baby gifts and designer children's clothing today announced its annual Baby Clothes Clearance Sale featuring savings from 50-90% off retail price.

SandboxCouture.com must make room for new season additions and its expanded inventory, providing customers the opportunity to experience huge savings on designer children's clothes and baby clothes. Hundreds of items from top designers such as Flowers by Zoe, Sweet Potatoes, Big Fish, Stella Industries, Hanna Banana, Little Mass plus many others are available at reduced prices as part of the annual clearance sale.

"Our Baby Clothes & Children's Clothes Clearance Sale offers amazing discounts on designer clothing for children and babies. Shoppers can find top designer brands at a fraction of their original price," stated Sam Brown, spokesperson for Sandbox Couture. "With the addition of this season's latest styles, much of the existing inventory is offered at incredible prices. We're already seeing a big spike in orders, so we encourage shoppers to waste no time, as sizes and styles are selling out fast," Brown concluded.

SandboxCouture has been selling baby clothes and designer children's clothes since 2005 and continually adds new clothing lines and unique baby gifts to its repertoire of high end fashions. Offering couture clothing, the online children's boutique provides hip moms and their fashionable little ones with the hottest trends and designer brands. For more information on the top fashions and must have brand names in baby clothes, children's clothes and baby gifts, please visit http://www.sandboxcouture.com.

Couture Baby Clothes All the Rage with Celebrity Baby Boom

Sandbox Couture Provides A-List Baby Clothing to Hollywood Babies

Rancho Santa Margarita – CA February 15, 2008 – Sandbox Couture, a popular online children's boutique retailer of baby clothes, baby gifts, children's and baby clothing today announced the migrating trend of couture baby clothes finding stride with celebrity clientele.

Sandbox Couture features boutique offerings such as Flowers by Zoe, Biscotti, Mad Sky, Baby Nay, Lipstik and Tony Tierney, in addition to a number of popular alternative sports brands children's clothes, baby gifts and baby clothing.

"Celebrity shopping sprees have long inspired fashion trends and baby clothing is no exception," stated Sam Brown, spokesperson for Sandbox Couture. Over the past year, Sandbox Couture has provided many clients the fashionable brands and couture baby clothes that mom's everywhere adore," Brown concluded.

Some of the high ticket brands in baby clothing have been the My Vintage Baby Dress and the Hanna Banana Kimono Dress for girls and the Jersey Shirts from Small Paul by Paul Frank Industries. In addition many celebrities buy and receive gift certificates, gift baskets and unique baby gifts to welcome their baby.

SandboxCouture.com provides the top fashions and must have brand names in baby clothes, children's clothes and baby gifts. The online retailer has been selling baby clothes and designer children's clothes since 2005, and continuously searches for the emerging brands and up and coming designers to its couture inventory. For more information, please visit http://www.sandboxcouture.com.

About Sandbox Couture
Sandbox Couture is an online children's boutique retailer, providing designer baby clothes, designer children's clothing and unique accessories for babies and children. The company takes pride in hand selecting products from top designers, thereby ensuring quality and contemporary style. Sandbox Couture’s philanthropic contributions and socially conscious business practices are at the forefront of the company’s ideals and corporate culture. Founded in 2005, Sandbox Couture is privately held and headquartered in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. For information about Sandbox Couture, please visit the company's web site at http://www.SandboxCouture.com


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Children's Clothes Then And Now

Family & Parenting,Fashion & Cosmetics
As the father of two young children and as a husband of a wife who loves to shop for childrens clothes, I often find myself comparing the clothes my kids where to the clothes I used to where when I was their age. Growing up in the late 70’s and early 80’s I often find it somewhat comical when I make these comparisons. Style not withstanding, cost and brand themselves are nothing like they once where.
It really wasn’t until our youngest was born a couple of years ago that I began to find myself thinking of what I used to wear, especially since my wife starting digging up old baby pictures of the both of us. I generally find the comparisons humorous especially when dealing with baby clothes but even the normal everyday playwear of children in my day would be considered tacky by the standards of twenty years ago.
When my wife starting bringing home baby clothes for our youngest, I immediately thought of the horrible 70’s onsies my parents put me in. While looking at my own baby pictures I noticed that my parents put me in things that where bright and multi-colored. The onsies in particular where fashioned after the jersey’s that everyone seemed to be wearing in those days. The chest was one color, while the sleeves where another color. To be perfectly honest I didn’t find one picture of myself in anything fashionable even by 70’s standards which continue to reverberate in my mind whenever I look at the children’s clothes we bring home.
With our oldest who is a boy I find myself laughing when I think of how his jeans differ from mine. When I was six years old my jeans where bell bottoms, corduroy, and I wore Toughskins exclusively! In those days nothing beat a good pair of jeans with huge patches over the knees. Every cool kid had a few pairs of Toughskins to sport on the playground. These days my son only wears Levis and pitches quite the fit should we suggest he try and where something different.
I think perhaps the biggest difference in childrens clothes then and now is the shorts. Even adult shorts have changed so much that the shorts of yesteryear have gone far beyond the “tacky” barrier. My son and even my youngest enjoy wearing things like Dickies and what not however in the late 70’s I remember wearing disco shorts to school along with some variant of a multi-colored shirt. Why our shorts where so short I’ll never know but perhaps they where short so that us kids could pull up our stripped socks as high as we could!
I’ve always been a fairly fashion conscience person throughout my whole life and while I know that styles come and go with time it really blows my mind to see just how much things have changed when it comes to baby clothes and even childrens clothes. I once laughed at the clothes my father wore when I was as young as my kids and I’m sure they do the same now though I’m one of the jeans and t-shirt dads. I guess fashion is actually just a sense of age and time.
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