There’s no place for frills and frou frou when the mercury rises. The gorgeous textures, voluminous cuts and minimalist designs of Vestiaire de Jeanne suit a summer aesthetic and the Aussie free spirit. This is timeless fashion, stripped bare and made to last so that each dress can be worn year after year and still look fresh and modern.
Vestiaire de Jeanne dresses available from Red Nest – priced from $104
Ghouls, ghosts and monsters aren’t just for Halloween! Live on the dark side with these skull-tastic accessories.
a. Wiggystyle helmet mohawk available from Little Monsters – $19.99
b. Littlehorn Casper t-shirt available from Cradle Rock – $39.95
c. Oscar Blue black resin skull bow available from A Little Bit of Cheek – $12.50
d. CAM skull icon tote bag available from Peters of Kensington – $52
e. Skull speaker available from Rawspace – $29.95
f. Skeleton maternity t-shirt available from A Little Bit of Cheek – $39.95
g. Ghostbusters cufflinks available from Rawspace – $34.95
h. Monster High Skull Shores Ghoulia doll available from Toys R Us – $19.95
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October is pink month, and today is Pink Ribbon Day – a day when all Australians can come together to show their support for the many thousands of women battling breast cancer. Get involved and donate today.
a. Love hearts party glasses available from Seed – $19.95
b. Replica Elephant Chair available from Clickon Furniture – $95
c. Girls’ dip-dye skirt available from Seed – $59.95
d. Desk Bunny available from Outliving – $29.95
e. Spotted headband available from Milk & Soda – $19.95
f. 3 Sprouts hooded bath towel available from Lime Tree Kids – $39.95
g. Materialistic ‘Lovely’ onesie available from Hard To Find – $38
h. Livie & Luca ‘Bloom’ sandal available from Mummy I Love You – $69.95
i. Glodos BIT balance bike available from Think Trikes – $154.95
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Everyone needs a friend that has your back and these super soft plush toys do … literally! Whether your kid needs a wing man, a reassuring companion or a partner in crime, these playful critters want to be part of every adventure. With a special pocket for the toy to sit in and a matching comfort blankie, these cute backpacks are a great idea for travel, sleepovers, daycare and school.
Patch Buddies kids’ backpacks available from Eureka Concepts – $49.99
If a ghostly sheet or a bit of face paint just isn’t going to cut it this Halloween, you’ll be thrilled to discover the amazingly detailed costumes now being stocked by Incy Interiors. Delicately feathered and fringed Native American chiefs, fancy flamenco dancers, hideous witches, sweet little red riding hoods and smartly dressed firemen: who could refuse a treat if these little cuties came knocking at your door? We can see these costumes being the centre of attention at dress up parties for years to come.
Available from Incy Interiors – $59
Shout it loud and proud … it’s Loud Shirt Day! Make a sartorial statement with your brightest shirt, and raise money to help give the gift of sound and speech to deaf children. Find out how you can donate here.
a. ‘The Flash’ red t-shirt available from Hootkid – $24.95
b. Penelope print tee available from Cotton On Kids – $10
c. Plane t-shirt available from Country Road – $29.95
d. ‘Bring It On’ t-shirt available from Cotton On Kids – $14.95
e. Monkey t-shirt available from Rock Your Baby – $29.95
f. Smile Don’t Cry t-shirt available from Hootkid – $24.95
g. Electric Boy Can Of Worms t-shirt available from Baby’s Got Style – $34.95
h. Boys & Girls Bright As Day t-shirt from Baby’s Got Style – $34.95
i. ‘Always’ t-shirt available from Country Road – $29.95
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Proving that kids’ shoes can be fashionable, functional and comfortable, Minime shoes are big shoes for little feet. Make sure that your kids’ feet are supported for the adventures of childhood in quality handmade sandals this summer. We love everything about them except that they don’t come in mummy-sizes!
Minime Summer 2012-2013 Collection – priced from $49.95
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The onesie and the t-shirt are the uniform of a carefree childhood and the ideal canvas to express your child’s individuality. Lovingly designed and printed in Australia, limited edition Arkadia pieces feature unique prints and quirky graphics to inspire, amuse and enlighten – pieces perfectly suited to the wonderment of childhood.
Available from Arkadia – priced from $24.95
Any stylista will tell you it’s all about the accessories sweetie! Any old walk to the park or shops will become a catwalk stroll, with these adorable high fashion mini-bags slung over your cutie-pie’s shoulder. Sorry Mama, it’s official, your little girl is better dressed than you!
Mini Bags available from Milk & Soda – priced from $29.95
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The gorgeous and cheerful storage range from 3 Sprouts usually elicits an “ooooh!” from anyone who sees it for the first time. But the oohs and ahhs just keep on coming as they continue to release deliciously cute new designs! The latest additions include clever camel storage bins, flamingo and giraffe hanging storage and a touch of fantasy with unicorn and dragon storage boxes. Now there’s definitely no excuse for messy bedrooms!
Available from Lime Tree Kids – priced from $32.95
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