Love at first sight for any little girl who has a natural affinity for mixing patterns – and don’t they all? The stretchy striped top and full tulle skirt is a mild throwback to vintage Betsy Johnson outfits (and she did make them for older tots). But the floral, glitter, and bow touches are fit … Continue reading “Gerson & Gerson Tiered Ruffle Dress: For Your Little Fashionista Fairy”

This is a polished look for the bigger girl. (A bigger size and it could be for the grown girl!) The classically feminine style, complete with ribbon bow belt, evokes Chanel and the ethnic-inspired tribal print, a little faded so it’s vintage-cool, evokes Missoni. This is ideal for the girly girl who craves ruffles and … Continue reading “J. Crew Girls’ Scribble-Print Valencia Dress: Snobbish Beyond Her Years”

Couture for tots is utterly unnecessary, yes. But this chubby tweed jacket is the cutest thing in the world. Just look at that set of little buttons! Lush in the texture and intricate in the weave, it is made with the same attention to detail as the grown-up version. It also has a price tag … Continue reading “Fendi Tweed Jacket: For the Haute-est Tot on the Block”

Tots’ swimwear is always so predictable – always board shorts for boys and cute, frilly numbers for girls. This halter and boy short conflation is refreshingly unexpected and way more adorable than a typical swimsuit. The contrasting red hearts (some even have beading, for a sprinkling of sparkle) with navy-and-white striped is a look chic … Continue reading “Submarine Heart Bikini”

Get ready for March Madness with these cool vintage collegiate tees. I’m not sure who is playing but I’m pretty sure it isn’t NYU. In any case, the alumni are definitely cool enough to appreciate a nice hipster tee when they see one =) I am a Trojan and unfortunately my school is a pain … Continue reading “Retro Sport Kids Clothes”

May I begin with a resounding “awww!“? This frock is dressed-up yet fun and easy, and the streamlined shape is not too prissy. Stripes and polka dots is an irresistible combination on little girls, especially when a drop-waist pleated skirt is involved. But the bow and ribbon detail down the center is what does it … Continue reading “Florence Eiseman Polka-Dot Dress”