Archive for December, 2009

Dec 16 2009

YmamaY? “Because you are special” {designer fashion for kids}

Published by Elizabeth under Kids and Fashion

YmamaY Issy Dress for Christmas

Hot HOT HOTyep YmamaY? shipment has arrived and is HOT going out to many houses as THE special Christmas designer fashion item for little girls this 2009 Summer.  

YmamaY?  is a New Zealand designer kids fashion label that has hit Australia this season.  La Toriana is so proud to be one of the first to showcase this gorgeous kids fashion label and its an absolute show stopper.

This ISSY dress (above) has caused quite a stir in many circles and has been love at first sight!.  Its one of the MUSThaves for any party  this season and  we just know many Christmas parties will showcase little, young girls looking so classy, girly and so so pretty in this dress.

This ISSY dress by YmamaY? is easy to wear, and looks sophisticated and expensive.  Being so light weight and “whimisical” and the colour is so special, it gives the impression straight away as “designer” “expensive” “unique”. But really its a so affordable for a high end designer wear item like this.

This dress was just great for a day like today.  I can just see it being a really special party dress and brides looking for flower girl dresses, and junior bridesmaid dresses will flock to it.  Its a GREAT price and looks a million dollars.  Teams beautifully with the white pearl necklace and bracelet form Little Pearls for Little girls too.  Keep an eye out for the bridal magazines everywhere as I can just see the little fashionglams in there!

  I can really see this dress as a special flowergirl, junior bridesmaid dress and even as a Christening dressfor the littlies.  Its such a unique spin on 100% cotton and so soft and silky… it has everyone raving about it.  Below is one of our most gorgeous Customers.. the first one to buy an ISSY dress from YmamaY?   She is stunning.  Thanks Linda for allowing us to show this, and thank you for being such a wonderful customer.

Lilli in YmamaY ISSY dress Summer collection

I can see this dress as a great Summer special occasion girls dress, but what I love is the fact you could wear it all year round.  With a white long sleeve top, or even better with black leggings and black top underneath for a totally different look.  Accessories to match like the Princess Allureorganza hair clip, and the most gorgeous pearl bracelet and pearl necklace from Little Pearls for Little Girls, complete this designer outfit for your little fashionista. 

A generous sizes for us Australians, so suggest go down a size to what you would normally buy.  Priced at $69.95 AUD  its a bargain, and even comes with its very own special YmamaY? padded hanger!

YmamaY? Tee  unisex

I quickly asked if she could try on just one other thing  (we were really pressed for time.  Remember we live out of the township and takes 20 min to drive there)  please just try on a a tee (above)  for me too…  she is so easy… she said yes very easily and took off the dress.  The popped on the Maison Tee and as soon as she did… loved it so much she didn’t want to take it off, so we set off  to meet her friends in town….  looked so cute with her black short leggings! 

Lol its the Mason Tee (made for boys) , but honestly think its quite unisex!!!   I know this will be a fav of Tiana’s.  She is just so comfortable with T’s, leggings or shorts and gumboots around the house, just as she is getting all glammed up when she goes out. (what great all rounder she is)  Priced at $35.95  Great price for a unique designer T shirt.

There are plenty more YmamaY? designer kids clothing here and arriving weekly … so keep an eye out on the La Toriana website.   We even have other items here… just need to get photographed!  Maybe there are a couple photographers out there that would be interested in doing a photo shoot of an item or two in return for a blog post on their business here?  We also have paid banner ads available on our blog if you are interested!  (La Toriana is in the TOP 100 Australian Women Bloggers List!!  YAY)

So, if you are looking for  a special designer boys clothing label, or a designer girls fashion and collections for Summer 09/10 then you need to check out YmamaY?  It is a unique, stylish, classy and soon to be favourite in Australia. There are little boys designer wear, baby boys clothing, girls special occasion clothes and casual kids wear too.  A unique label that’s stylish and affordable as well as full of quality… everything we are about!  Quality, Stylish and affordable designer kids clothing!!!

Burt Shirt by YmamaY YmamaY? Issy dress YmamaY? Burt shirt 

YmamaY white crochet baby shoesIssy Dress by YmamaYDove Christening baby shoes by YmamaY

I really need to thank Tiana here too. She was so lovely this morning.

This was a rushed photo shoot straight after breakfast before we had to take her to The Discovery Centre with her friends.  She was a trooper.  I must say… Tiana is a great reviewer.  Will  honestly tell you dead straight if she likes, or rather doesn’t like and suggestions (this is from a 7 yr old!!) … and this was great!  It was so hot today, at 8am was 33 degrees.  She loved the lightness, the feel and the feeling “I can fly” she said.

I tell you,  my prediction is she will be in fashion… not as a model, but as a critique, reviewer? maybe even as an editor!  She knows what she likes, dislikes and what she would like to see improved.  She sees things differently to me and the both aspects of the review is great.   If you need an honest review of anything in kids clothing, toys and accessories, she can help!

but right now she is tossing up between a fairy, a movie maker or an astronaut!!!!

 

At La Toriana we have a vast range of designer girls, boys and babies designer clothing online.  There is surely something here for premmie babies newborn babies, toddlers, kids, mums and dads.

If there is anything I can help you with, please let me know. I am here to help. I am more than happy to  take orders over the website, phone, email and fax. Payments are taken via a variety of methods.  We have Visa, MasterCard, EFT, Direct Deposit, cheque and money order, we have a  pay pal account  set up and soon will be integrated on our website too…  we listened to our customers, and are happy to oblige what the best method is for them!  Let us know what other suggestions you have… we love hearing from you.

Let us know what your child wore Christmas day, with a photo and a few lines about the outfit… from ANYWHERE by the 4th of Jan and may will showcase you here.

 warmly

elizabeth xx

Christmas 2009 at La Toriana

 

  

At La Toriana we have a passion for kids fashion.

Our labels include, Alimrose, annieB, Lambykins, Princess Allure, FairyFloss Creations, Eternal Creation, Vanchi, TikiBoo Kids, Little Pearls for Little Girls, Tea Princess, Three Little trees, Tummbear, Dolly Up, babyjo bamboo baby wear, nest organics, early birds premature baby clothes, teeny weeny premmie baby wear, Oopsidaisi, boxy design, anamalz, Briit design, Bump buddy, cheeky little soles, Sounds for silence, Deshabille, eco peko, fINNIGAN fINN, gertie and me, Hey baby, huggalugs, i candy, lazybones, Knuffle Kid, Ogilvies Designs, Bethany Child,  locolili, miniwhisk, mon tresor, nana huchy, nanny pickle, OOBI baby, penny scallan, Tabitha Emma, Tippie Toes, Robert Gordon Australia, Sweetie Pie, Princess Ratbag, Alannah Rose stationary, Mulberry Muse, Vintage Kid, Wild Things of Noosa, YmamaY, Xanna,  and so many more!

We have one of the largest and most stylish, affordable collection of premmie baby clothing, premature baby gifts and newborn baby keepsakes available to buy online. If you have a baby born early, or are a friend/family looking to give a premmie baby gift… contact me and I can help you to choose the right baby gift for them.

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Dec 15 2009

Prettiness, Pettiskirts and Princeses galore this Christmas

Published by Elizabeth under Kids and Fashion

 now isnt this a gorgeous pic… A pretty princess in a pettiskirt…. PERFECT.  Daniella (gorgeous customer from a recent facebook callout) wearing the Princess Ratbag Pettiskirt, pink with raspberry trim and the Dolly Up white singlet. 

 ”Pretty Princess indeed!!”

This Christmas, little fairy princesses are everywhere.  Oh and they are all so PRETTY!

With the arrival this week of more Princess Ratbag pettiskirts, we know there are lots under th tree from Santa and so many gorgeous little princesses will be wearing delightful twirling Princess ratbag pettiskirts Christmas Day.  Whether she wears it with ballet slippers or with gum boots, even bare feet… she is going to look adorable.  Great for any special occassion… or just playing outside.  So many little flower girls are now turning to Princess ratbag as their special flowergirl dresses as their first choice.  And why not… it is simply gorgeous! 

 

We already know how sweet, colourful and ….  meters and meters … 7 meters actually of luxurious nylon chiffon  material make up each one.  They feature an elastic waistband and ribbon to allow for growth and longevity of the item as once on… each little girl will want to wear it always!   Good luck mum getting it off!!  Colourful, pretty and ever so popular.  We see so many little ones and big teenagers wearing them to all “THE” Christmas parties this season.  Simply devine!

Whether you are a tiny baby, toddler, teenager or an adult… age isnt a factor.  The coolest thing is that ANY princess (at heart) can wear them… whether you are 1 or 100 be seen in a Princess Ratbag pettiskirt.  Not only is there pettiskirts, there are accessories too.  Gorgeous singlets,  angel wings, and more… keep checking our La Toriana website for new and exciting additions to the range.

 

Thank you to our facebook friends who submitted their pics of their own little ones in the gorgeous pettiskirts when had our recent call out.  Each pic is so cute… I love looking at their happy faces. 

mmm? which is my favourite you ask….???   I really like so many.

 

Pettiskirts, pettiskirts, oh so pretty pettiskirts. The white pettiskirt here is modelled with Tea Princess singlet and cardigan.  Teams beautifully.  WE must tell you that the pics here that were taken at the Princess Ratbag photo shoot were by the ever talented Naomi of www.naomivphotography.com.au.  Check out all her lovely work.

Tell us YOUR favourite colour… and where you and/or your princess would wear a Princess Ratbag pettiskirt?  we will give one lucky comment a $25 voucher .  You have til dec 30th to make a comment.  Jan 1st we will draw a winner and announce on facebook.  Please make comments here on the blog.

 

Many of the above pretty princesses are customers or Facebook fans.  We did a call out recently for pics in pettiskirts and wholla!  A couple of my facebook fans are also great photographers.   Tea and Jam photography   and Rachel Richter Photography .  Also check out YummyMummies new website coming soon.

….. there is a Princess Ratbag Pettiskirt to suit all ages and so many colours to choose from. 

Dont forget to send a pic in of your little Princess… or is she a ratbag?

Christmas 2009 at La Toriana

warmly

elizabeth xx

 

  

At La Toriana we have a passion for kids fashion.

Our labels include, Alimrose, annieB, Lambykins, Princess Allure, FairyFloss Creations, Eternal Creation, Vanchi, TikiBoo Kids, Little Pearls for Little Girls, Tea Princess, Three Little trees, Tummbear, Dolly Up, babyjo bamboo baby wear, nest organics, early birds premature baby clothes, teeny weeny premmie baby wear, Oopsidaisi, boxy design, anamalz, Briit design, Bump buddy, cheeky little soles, Sounds for silence, Deshabille, eco peko, fINNIGAN fINN, gertie and me, Hey baby, huggalugs, i candy, lazybones, Knuffle Kid, Ogilvies Designs, Bethany Child,  locolili, miniwhisk, mon tresor, nana huchy, nanny pickle, OOBI baby, penny scallan, Tabitha Emma, Tippie Toes, Robert Gordon Australia, Sweetie Pie, Princess Ratbag, Alannah Rose stationary, Mulberry Muse, Vintage Kid, Wild Things of Noosa, YmamaY, Xanna,  and so many more!

We have one of the largest and most stylish, affordable collection of premmie baby clothing, premature baby gifts and newborn baby keepsakes available to buy online. If you have a baby born early, or are a friend/family looking to give a premmie baby gift… contact me and I can help you to choose the right baby gift for them.

 

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Dec 08 2009

Tea Princess *Special edition* Limited release

Published by Elizabeth under Kids and Fashion

 You have to hand it to Kate Priddle, head designer of Tea Princess.  Not only did she head the Summer 09/10 collection that recently came out, but she has also just released a VERY SPECIAL, “Limited Edition” High Summer girls clothing collection in time for Christmas!!  Check all Tea Princess at La Toriana

Pale pink & white floral maxi dress with pink lacey frill & white scalloped lace -

Ties on shoulders with lace straps Elastic shirring at waist. lace rosette

Sizes: 2,3,4,5,6,8

$89.95

This designer girls collection is full of vintage inspired lace, ribbon’s and fabrics that will have you “oohing and ahhing” at each one.  Best of all… these are extremely limited in numbers, so you know you are getting a unique, designer girls wear collection from a talented Australian kids fashion designer.

White & blue florals, bows & polka dot apron dress, full skirt which ties at back and neck. Trimmed with contrasting pale pink & white polka dot frills and pink ric rac

Sizes: 1,2,3,4,5,6

$64.95

 Never before have I see such grace and beauty in little girls designer clothing.  Extremely unique signature style of the Tea Princess collections shine through here.  Quality, stylish and affordable special occasion girls wear available online at La Toriana.   Tea Princess is taking the nation by storm, and moving internationally.  Our great Aussie baby and kids fashion designer is getting great acclaim and renowned for her girls charm, vintage inspired clothing and unique style.  Well done Kate and Team….  excellent work in the had game of baby and kids fashion.

 If you are looking for stylish, graceful, pretty and unique then Tea Princess girls vintage inspired collection is where to start!  This High Summer limited edition is something special.  Snap up a special occassion girls party dress, knowing it is only one of a few in existence. 

Embroided anglaise dress with rose cotton lace at neckline and hem. Floral braid ribbon trim. Ties on shoulder in bows.

Sizes: 2,3,4,5,6,8

$69.95

These are extreemly limited and will not be reproduced.  There is something here for all tastes.  A Christmas dress, New Years party dress, special birthday party dress and a contemporary Christening dress for your little princess.   oooh so many gorgeous ones to choose from.

 

 

White & blue florals, bows & polka dot babydoll dress, Trimmed with contrasting pale blue & white polka dot frills, pockets & ric rac

Sizes: 1,2,3,4,5,6,8

$54.95

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Dusty pink or white lacey caplet shrug/bolero. Ties in bow, with lace rosette

Sizes: 1,2,3,4,5,6

$49.95

PINK and WHITE

  Have you ever purchased something that looked nice, only to be disappointed that it wasnt of great quality?

Well, you can be rest assured with Tea Princess girls designer wear, you are receiving a high end quality kids fashion item.  From their gorgeous vintage inspired girls hair accessories, their special occassion girls wear and designer clothing for everyday elegance, you will not be disappointed with the quality.

 

check out these below.  Gorgeous items from the Summer 09/10 collection from Australian girls wear designer label ~ Tea Princess!

 

Tea Princess

THE BRAND – TEA PRINCESS
Tea Princess is a timeless girls clothing & accessories label for sizes newborn to size 8yrs – established in 2004 in Sydney Australia.

Inspired by all things beautiful, the collection embraces current trends while maintaining a classic girly charm.

The unique Tea Princess style is always recognizable in the beautiful hand details and fine finishing’s such as crochet, lace, and soft floral fabrics.

The gorgeous summer photo shoot by Chantelle @ Forever Bliss Photography
Forever Bliss Photograhphy

 Is YOUR princess in Tea Princess?  If you have purchased a Tea Princess item from the 09/10 collection …. read the catalogue to find out how you can receive a FREE Winter 2010 outfit for … YES…. FREE

 Send all pics to us.  The ones we have already are totally stunning.   Gee… all my customers have gorgeous princesses!!

Christmas 2009 at La Toriana

warmly

elizabeth xx

 

  

At La Toriana we have a passion for kids fashion.

Our labels include, Alimrose, annieB, Lambykins, Princess Allure, FairyFloss Creations, Eternal Creation, Vanchi, TikiBoo Kids, Little Pearls for Little Girls, Tea Princess, Three Little trees, Tummbear, Dolly Up, babyjo bamboo baby wear, nest organics, early birds premature baby clothes, teeny weeny premmie baby wear, Oopsidaisi, boxy design, anamalz, Briit design, Bump buddy, cheeky little soles, Sounds for silence, Deshabille, eco peko, fINNIGAN fINN, gertie and me, Hey baby, huggalugs, i candy, lazybones, Knuffle Kid, Ogilvies Designs, Bethany Child,  locolili, miniwhisk, mon tresor, nana huchy, nanny pickle, OOBI baby, penny scallan, Tabitha Emma, Tippie Toes, Robert Gordon Australia, Sweetie Pie, Princess Ratbag, Alannah Rose stationary, Mulberry Muse, Vintage Kid, Wild Things of Noosa, YmamaY, Xanna,  and so many more!

We have one of the largest and most stylish, affordable collection of premmie baby clothing, premature baby gifts and newborn baby keepsakes available to buy online. If you have a baby born early, or are a friend/family looking to give a premmie baby gift… contact me and I can help you to choose the right baby gift for them.

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Dec 02 2009

Cornflowerblue… you’ll love them too

  

 

FEATURED DESIGNER
Recently I had the pleasure of being a nominated reviewer and for Tiana to “road test” of the delightful brand Cornflowerblue.    I only became aware of this business very recently so I am so pleased to review an Australian desingner in Organic baby and childrens clothing.
 Tiana above trialling the Ondine Dress. 
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You can see what both Tiana and I thought about the dress.  She wore it a lot during the day and went out to dinner and had many people comment on her and the dress. 
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One lady across the next table was captivated by the colour (and Tiana’s eyes) and was taken back when  I explained all about the organic side.  She never knew organic baby and kids clothes could be so pretty, stylish and affordable.  She went away with the website address!  I am sure there are lots of people who think that… so its great to see new designers and Australian businesses coming up with pretty, cool, hip and funky kids organic clothes that mums and kids both like, thats affordable, helping the environment and  other communities.
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I would like to thank cornflowerblue… its going to be one of Tiana’s fav dresses this summer… and believe me… she is fussy!  Hate to think what her teenage years will be like.  Oh, speaking of tweens… its great as this Australian designer baby and kids label goes up to a size 12. YAY!!!   VERY COOL.
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We were asked a few questions… see the responses below:
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Fabric:
Elizabeth: Definitely high quality. Soft, silky and light. Easy wearing for a summers day. I like the fact it has a soft lining.. straight away that tells me that these people who make it/designed it are fussy and its of a higher quality.

Tiana: I liked wearing it. It was soft and smooth and not scratchy.  I liked the feel of the dress when I was walking

Sizing:
Did the dress fit your daughter well? Was it too big or two small? If it didn’t fit well please describe your daughter’s shape and where it needs adjusting.
Elizabeth:  I would say its slightly generous which is good thing.  There is nothing worse than small sizes!  The fact that there are adjustable straps is good, so she will get plenty of wear from it. length wise was
about right…

Tiana:  Fits ok I didn’t like the zip.  would be a bit better a little shorter though mum didn’t think so
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Washability:
Did the dress wash well?
Elizabeth: Washed well by hand, didn’t know what perborate was (lol) so had me looking it up!! I thought the white motives may not wash up easily, but they seemed ok,  the hardest thing was ironing the underskirt as … but I hate ironing at the best of times.  Washing instructions were clear and easy to read. Good sized print too.

Value:
The white Annabel dress and the Blue and White Ondine dress are priced at $74.95 and the Blue Jasmine Dress is priced at $59.95. Do these prices represent good value? What price would you be prepared to pay for them?
Price point is good for the quality garment and the fact it is organic too.  The dress is extremely well made, quality fabric and lined.  There is so much out there that is higher priced-end and less quality.
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If you are looking for organic kids clothes, and cool, funky, hip boys designer wear thats organic and from a great Australian company,,, then you need to pop on over to  Cornflowerblue
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designer boys organic clothes
styling kids, helping people, protecting the planet
 
cornflowerblue has searched the globe to bring you the best and most stylish fashion and accessories from labels that share our passion for the planet and its people. We believe that our kids can grow up wearing clothes that make an impact in their world without being detrimental to the people who work hard to make them. All our workers are paid a fair price for their work and do the manufacturing in humane environments.
We also care about our fragile planet. cornflowerblue showcases products that are kind to the environment by being either organic, environmentally friendly or recycled. Organic clothing is also beneficial to your child’s skin. It is comfortable, soft and less likely to be an irritant.
For gorgeous little girls we have clothes that are adorable and fun, yet just a tiny bit sophisticated. For the boys, we have picked trendy and cool labels to reflect their personalities. The quality of our clothing meets the highest standards at an affordable price.
cornflowerblue takes its uniqueness a step further by giving back to communities in India through projects set-up and run by cornflowerblue. We also support selected Australian charities to reflect our origin.

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 Tiana and I have been pouring over almost every page of www.cornflowerblue.com.au website.  I love lots of the gorgeous girls sleepwear and boys designer clothing for gifts.  Both Tiana and I think these will be great

girls organic designer dresses online by cornflowerbluebut which one….??

the crisp white hearts

or the blue to match her eyes? 

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Will definately be great for this HOT Summer ahead.  

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Then Tiana asks…mmm? 

“ mum… do you think they will do a capri pant and a top to match?  I hope so?”

“oooh I will have to put that one to them … you never know….”

I say thinking… (I should email Sarah and Therese! )

 

Look… without sounding cliche’ 

“do yourself a favour!!!” 

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pop on over to www.cornflowerblue.com.au to check out their vast assortment of gorgeous baby and kids designer clothing online…  its really worth it.  HOWEVER……   be prepared to stay quite a while as we did….  there are just so many gorgeous items to choose from.  I have bookmarked it to come back to as I know that Tiana is def in need of some sleepwear!!   gee… I dont know about you, but Tiana is eating and growing… so much!!!

 

PS/  Love the hair accessories Tiana is wearing?  they are from Princess Allure

 

Christmas 2009 at La Toriana

warmly

elizabeth xx

 

  

At La Toriana we have a passion for kids fashion.

Our labels include, Alimrose, annieB, Lambykins, Princess Allure, FairyFloss Creations, Eternal Creation, Vanchi, TikiBoo Kids, Little Pearls for Little Girls, Tea Princess, Three Little trees, Tummbear, Dolly Up, babyjo bamboo baby wear, nest organics, early birds premature baby clothes, teeny weeny premmie baby wear, Oopsidaisi, boxy design, anamalz, Briit design, Bump buddy, cheeky little soles, Sounds for silence, Deshabille, eco peko, fINNIGAN fINN, gertie and me, Hey baby, huggalugs, i candy, lazybones, Knuffle Kid, Ogilvies Designs, Bethany Child,  locolili, miniwhisk, mon tresor, nana huchy, nanny pickle, OOBI baby, penny scallan, Tabitha Emma, Tippie Toes, Robert Gordon Australia, Sweetie Pie, Princess Ratbag, Alannah Rose stationary, Mulberry Muse, Vintage Kid, Wild Things of Noosa, YmamaY, Xanna,  and so many more!

We have one of the largest and most stylish, affordable collection of premmie baby clothing, premature baby gifts and newborn baby keepsakes available to buy online. If you have a baby born early, or are a friend/family looking to give a premmie baby gift… contact me and I can help you to choose the right baby gift for them.

At La Toriana we showcase great Australian and New Zealand designers as well as neonatal and NICU appropriate baby clothing as well as organic premmie clothes and accessories.  Checkout our vast range of premmie wear and newborn baby items in our secure online baby boutique.  If you are looking for a  premmie baby keepsake doll, or organic baby wear for a bub that has been born prematurely, then you have come to the right online store.  La Toriana specialise in providing great quality, stylish and affordable designer label products for low weight babies and babies born early

 

Ondine Dress
By Elizabeth and Tiana
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 the design?
Elizabeth:The first thing that caught my attention was the gorgeous colour.  A definitely eye attracting, soft, feminine colour. Next was the adjustable straps, I so need this with Tiana and its amazing how many don’t have them. The shirred back was a hit, allowing the room and give and there is always something special about shirring.  Having a lined dress of such high quality fabric appeals, as does the softness of the cotton.
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It appeared not to be restrictive as well and looks “easy wearing” and very “pretty in it”. I know if Tiana feels comfortable in clothes, it portrays in her facial expressions, body language and how long she will wear it.  This was easy… she walked about… popped up the decorations for Christmas, played the piano, read books and played. Knowing its organic is a definite pleaser for me as I am passionate about organic and natural fibres. As my website supports Australian and New Zealand designers in baby and kids fashion, knowing its Australian designed was a hit.

Tiana:  I love the colour and I like the white flowers scattered. I have a dress with flowers all on the bottom and looks weird I think.  This is better. I could walk around easy, but it was great when I was sitting down and when I read my book on the floor. It was easy to move in. I liked the little blue cornflower tag on the dress – gorgeous logo.

 

 

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