May 17 2011

Autumn Afternoon picnic ~ Designer kids fashion

Published by Elizabeth under Kids and Fashion

What a glorious Autumn afternoon picnic we had to help showcase some of our gorgeous girls designer clothing online at La Torina,and in our shop in Bath Lane Bendigo.  The day was perfect; a warm day that started cooling off in the afternoon.  The glorious Autumn colours of a golden pallet and a perfect backdrop and setting at Chateau Dore Winery in Bendigo.

I loved styling this shoot and used the inspiration from many books and a few inspiring people I have been so lucky to come into contact with, including Sharnel Dollar Designs, (where this gorgoues table cloth was made)  Bubble and Sweet and “Missy Tiana”, to name a couple. 

The adorable little models  (all customers kids) were radiant and had lots of fun, thank you to Meg, Jayde, Matisse and Tiana and their mums who came along.  A huge Thank You to Chateau Dore Winery for allowing us to shoot at this amazing place and to Alison at Lollypop Photography for yet another gorgeous shoot and photo’s.

What a stunning classic photo.  The magestic Jaguar car is perfect for the setting, and brides-to-be who are looking to get married should check out Chateau Dore (and you need to book in early) have an opportunity to use one of their gorgeous cars on the day!  Chateau Dore is a wonderful place for any special occasion.

Tiana looks quite regal here playing the cello, wearing a Mini Treasure kids dress called “Hayley” $89.95, which also comes in a stately red tonings  as well.  Sweet Meg is wearing another Mini Treasure Kids dress called “Ebony flocking dress” $89.95 (also comes in chocolate), that matches in with the Mini Treasure Kids black Allira leggings $39.95 (which also come on cream).  Little Meg is wearing a Tippie Toes Couture headband $19.95. 

 Mini Teasure Kids is an Australian kids fashion clothing designer label that’s fast becoming a head spinner and noticed not only in Australia but also abroad.  The quality is simply stunning, with dresses being lined and adorned with quality materials and trims.  Girls and boys designer clothing from 000 – 12 yrs old.  Can check them out online at La Toriana.

Myrtle & Grace  make their debut at La Toriana this week, and we just love this girls designer clothing collection, that we just know you will too. Its a high end kids fashion label thats sure to make a mark in the Australian Childrens Fashon industry

Many of the Myrtle & Grace designer children’s wear are   **exclusive **    to La Toriana including the Milla dress above.  The softest  Hail Spot Cotton with silky satin trim tie and bias with hand dyed vintage style lace trim hem in white or ivory tea. So soft, quality, and definitely makes a statement in the vintage inspired girls clothing arena.  I especially love the fact Rachael, the designer from Myrtle and Grace is a ‘local” and we plan to catch up often and bring you exciting and exclusive designs we just know you are going to love, plus an interview with the designer  herself coming up to hear about what inspires her creativity.

The  “Milla Dress”  $59.95, is perfect for girls 6 months up to 10 years.  Comes in a soft white with white, elegant lace on the trim, and satin tie ribbons at the shoulder.  Also comes in a soft cream/ivory colour with a delicate ecru elegant lace trim on bottom.  Ideal as  a special occasion dress, flowergirl dresses, christening, Christmas dress, birthday and confirmation and communion dress.   The Milla dress, plus the pretty Pink “all things nice” dress and a couple special delights will be in store the start of August ready for Spring/Summer season. Watch out for new releases soon and you can pre order by sending me an email at info@latoriana.com.au telling me what colour style etc you are after.  We have already sold 3 dresses since our release photo on facebook for confirmation/communion dresses.

Must be feeling sentimental (again..!!) and penned this above piece whilst I had a day at home on my own,  looking through lots of stunning children’s designer clothing photo’s from the last couple shoots with Alison from Lollypop photography … and my own little baby!

I cannot believe my little baby is growing up so quick.  She will be 9 years old this year…. time has really flown fast. I love the fact that Tiana loves classical music, and she definitely has an ear and flair for it. 

Tiana is modelling the Esther dress by Myrtle and Grace, “A little bit of vintage” designer girls clothing label designed and MADE in Australia. 

This dress  that Tiana is modelling above is an   **exclusive**   dress to La Toriana,  the “Esther” from Myrtle & Grace, $59.95, available in size 6 mths to 10 years.   This Australian children’s clothing designer uses only quality materials, trims and laces, with many hand dyed fabrics and styles that are unique.  Many of the girls designer dresses are transeasonal that are pretty on own in the warmer weather, and pretty plus functional when  layered in the cooler weather.  Available now **LIMITED EDITION** instore and on the La Toriana website.

It’s elegant, relaxed and has a real vintage appeal.  Tiana also loves this Esther dress (though not as much as her shorts, tees and gumboots), which is great we agree.  I love the lace and ribon and of course the rose  pattern material.  We BOTH love roses !

The headband is ivory rosette from Tippie Toes Couture and was a real hit amongst all the girls on the day.  It comes in 3 colours, a rose/blush pink, an antique white and a soft latte colour.  $19.95 and comes in 3 sizes to suit girls of all ages. 

The Three Little Trees Winter kids fashion collection for 2011 is nothing short of gorgeous.  Here Matisse models the VERY popular Melbourne dress $49.95 teamed with the charcoal footless tights $19.95.  I LOVE this colour for Winter and its proven to be one of the most popular girls designer clothing for the season by Three Little Trees.  My Fav however is the pink Manhattan dress that Meg is wearing here.  Its a knit dress $54.95 and really is a transeasonal item.  Also goes brilliantly with the charcoal footless tights from Three Little Trees. 

Matisse looks amazing here, and Alison has caught a magical moment that’s just beautiful. The matching rose headband is truly a gorgeous match top this dress by Small Society.

  

Another debut kids fashion designer clothing label to La Toriana this season is Small Society.  I fell in love with this dress as soon as I saw it.  Its the Earth dress and available in the 2 colours, a blush dusky pink and a soft grey/green. This dress can be worn in summer and also layered for winter, and when it gets short for a dress can be worn as a longer top.  The adjustable button feature at the back allows for growth and is a clear winner this season at $59.95.  Matisse above also wears the Tippie Toes couture rosette headband in blush pink, $19.95.

I must thank “Esther” who helped sew up my buntin when I had no sewing machine and little time.  The materials are all remnants from when i was making my very first nursery exactly 10 years ago in May, it was for the twin girls room… and I had packed it all away, in a sealed box which I recently returned to.  Its also mixed in with pieces of materials left over from some of Tiana’s clothes and cushions from when she was born, so its truly a very special bunting full of love and memories.  When I was cutting it out I was wanting something that was different, special and full of meaning… this was perfect and gorgeous Esther helped make it all come together… THANK YOU gorgeous Esther!

Thank you to all the models, Alison at Lollypop Photography, Chateau Dore, the models mums and the supermarket who made the cake.  (Sorry, I really need bubble and sweet down this way! but alas can you tell what type of cake it is?)

 Also thanks to the designer kids clothing businesses listed above, as these all are gorgeous Winter collections of designer kids clothing in Australia in 2011, and I am so proud to be able to showcase them at La Toriana online and in store.  

La Toriana

Shop 5 Bath  Lane, Bendigo

&   Online  www.LaToriana.com.au

La Toriana are fast becoming a leader in providing stylish, affordable quality premmie baby clothing, premmie baby comforters and premature baby accessories to family and friends touched by the birth of a premmie baby. we also cater for kids up to ages 12 years in Australian nd New Zealand kids fashion and designer kids clothing online.

At La Toriana we have a dedicated category for premmie babies called“Premmie Baby” online on our website.

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.  We are only a click and phone call away.

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Mar 23 2011

Little Miss J and Mista TJ ~ *WOW*

…WOW…

 

We have received our latest shipment of  Little Miss J & Mr TJ items in the shop and there are “oohs and ahh’s” from customers has been amazing.  we know there are avid fans from the Summer Collection of designer girls clothing and well, you will be so impressed that there is now desgner boys clothing full of class and attitude!  Jo, the creator of the Little Miss J  & Mista TJ is fast becoming a known entity in the world of kids fashion, and we are so pleased to be stocking her kids clothing label in the shop and online.

A gorgeous new children’s collection in luxe fabrics and a subtle palette of colours – perfect heirloom pieces.

Little Miss J was developed by people that are in love with the pleasure of life, passionate and not afraid to show it, where individuality is revered and creatively encouraged. We are gradually filling your armoire with gorgeous fabrics, laces and trims from all around the world.

Designer Creations made for the 1 to 10 year’s of age. Proudly designed and made in Australia.

                           “Difference between Style and fashion is Quality”

 

Inspired from parents memories of music, culture and fun this urban classic range has been brought back to life to a new level, thru fashion.

Australian owned and made.

100% Australian organic cotton, silk screened t-shirt collection along with sleek skinny pants and  wait coats.

Australian …. THE BEST

                                  

Visit La Toriana online this weekend to see all the above items online. 

At La Toriana we have a passion for baby & kids fashion.

La Toriana

La Toriana are fast becoming a leader in providing stylish, affordable quality premmie baby clothing, premmie baby comforters and premature baby accessories to family and friends touched by the birth of a premmie baby.

At La Toriana we have a dedicated category for premmie babies called“Premmie Baby” online on our website.

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

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May 26 2010

Bella BRONTE ~ KooL KidZ

Published by Elizabeth under KooL KidZ

Beautiful  “BELLA”  BRONTE

Above photo Bronte (8 mths)  is wearing the Tea Princess long sleeve top with lace frill and the Tea Princess white ruffled leggings.  The Dolly Up headband completes her outfit!  Thanks Hollie… these are adorable photo’s and what a stunning little girl. Bronte was the “Belle of the Ball” at the wedding, and looked adorable in her designer baby clothing that Hollie bought from La Toriana.

 oh what a beautiful photo.  Its stunning.  Little Bronte is so cute wearing a white pettiskirt from Princess Ratbag with her white long sleeve top from Tea Princess.  Mum (Hollie) attaches the vintage hairclip from Bethany’s Child.  Must say she is like a little princess.   Hollie shares her Never Fail scone recipe’s for cooks like me (who isnt great in the cooking skills department).

 

 ~ Hollie ’s   NEVER  FAIL   Scones ~

3 cups self raising flour

1 cup lemonade

1 cup cream

1 pinch salt

 

Preheat oven at 200 degrees

sift flour and salt

Make a well in the centre and add lemonade and the cream

combine and then knead til smooth

cut into circles with cutter or a glass rim

place on a grease proof paper on a baking tray fairly close together

reduce oven to 180 degrees

bake for 10-12 mins

~ ENJOY~

yep, I am thinking these sounds great and I am sure I could give it a try!! 

 

Beautiful Bronte….  ahhhh definitely the best looking baby I know in Townsville!

If you are looking to achieve this look… here are some items from these gorgeous girls designer clothing online at La Toriana.

Princess Ratbag Mushroom pink with Tea Trim Winter Angel wings ~ for pretty little angels Princess Ratbag Antique Rose Winter Tea Princess Summer Vintage baby bodysuit "Tea Princess" Antique Ivory crochet beret/beanie Madison Rose Headband by Bethany's Child Bronte Blush rose hair clip

If  you are looking for gorgeous designer girls clothing online for your little princess, why not drop into La Toriana boutique.  We have heaps new stock arrive the last week and having heaps new shipments arriving soon  too for Winter.  You have come to the right place if you are looking for birthday presents, baby gifts, designer dresses, tops and skirts and amazing new hair accessories with an antique and vintage style.   We have just had arrive the cutest baby rompers, baby booties, christening gifts and flower girl dresses as well as the above gorgeous pettiskirts, tops and accessories.  More are on its way… so watch out!

La Toriana

 La Toriana’s FACEBOOK  Profile       

At La Toriana we have a passion for baby & 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, Extreem Glass, 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’s 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!

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May 11 2010

Black and White ~ A classic favourite

Published by Elizabeth under Kids and Fashion

These days Tiana is more fussy about what she wants to wear. 

Now dont get me wrong, she’s easy… a great all rounder when it comes to clothes!  She will wear her finest party dresses when we are out at restaurants or functions, but then loves nothing better than changing into her gumboots, shorts and singlet and going to attend the sheep with dad.  These days however she has become more vocal in what she would like to wear, rather than just accepting what I put out for her. 

I have had a few people ask me what does Tiana prefer to wear?  so  I thought over the next couple weeks will tell you!

Fist up I thought it fitting since The Little ONE Baby magazinephoto shoot was so recent, let you know what Tiana picked out.  It was without any hesitation at all she chose the TikiBoo Kidz  black and white skirt.  Its a full skirt and she has worn it many, many times,  Its so comfortable she would tell me and I can twirl and twirl.  Its not frilly or tizzy, but more classic which she loves. 

Next was this singlet.  Gorgeous designer momie et enfant.  We have had this singlet for 8 months now and she loves it.  It does go really well with her jeans for a casual look and this skirtor a party outit.  Shoes… she wanted bare feet and Lisa Nankervis the photographer for Little One baby magazine was very accommodating.  Tiana loved that she didn’t have to wear shoes! (Thank you to Little ONE baby magazine for allowing me to use this photo and to Lisa who she often talks about the BEST photo shoot)

A few snaps I took above shows a bit more of the momie et enfant singlet.  Tiana loved it so much I actually asked if we could stock it!!!!!  I just know many other little girls will love this vintage look as much as Tiana does.  The motif at the front is a gorgeous little bird, and as you can see there is a motif on the back as well.  Antique lace capped sleeve completes the outfit.  You can find the momie et enfant singlet and other items stocked at la Toriana here. Like the headband it is from Bethany’s Child.

TikiBoo Kids clothing has always taken Tiana’s interest, but none more than this skirt.   You can see by the age of Tiana how long she has had it… a year at least at it washes up beautifully every time. Its a true testament to the quality of the materials and garment by TikiBoo Kids.

As you can see from the age of Tiana… we have had this same skit quite sometime.. and yes its the same skirt.  TikiBoo Kids use a high quality material and washes up beautifully time after time!  Team beautifully with a White or  black and is tran seasonal so can be worn anytime of the year!

Want to see what other design  Tiana has been wearing? .. check back here over the next couple weeks

after the photo shoot with Little ONE Baby magazine, we had a picnic and Tiana rode her bike through Rosalind Park.

 

You can get this look too.. pop onto the La Toriana website today. 

Black singlet "Vintage bird" by momie et enfant Maia white Summer dress with crochet sleeves and motif Dainty Damask Black & White Boutique Skirt with Sash. Immy organza headband by Bethany's child "Fairyland Magic" girls designer dress by TikiBoo Kids Bronte Blush rose hair clip 

La Toriana

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At La Toriana we have a passion for baby & 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, Extreem Glass, 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’s 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!

 

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May 01 2010

I do I do (Part 3) THE Fashion Parade

Published by Elizabeth under Kids and Fashion

How gorgeous!

there were flashes from Photographers.  Smiles and “ooh’s and ahh’s”  from the crowd.  There were envious stares from the other couple girls in traditional flower girl dresses and there were many people asking  “where can I get that?”   There were sparkling eyes and dancing feet, giggles and everyone was on a high. 

It was of course… 

 The  I do I do Bridal Fashion Parade

and the La Toriana models stole the show!!

Ok… we have introduced you to the La Toriana models,  Matilda, Innes, Bridget and Emerson… who recently were involved int he Ido I do wedding expo and Fashion Parade.  You read Part 1, and Part 2,  you have seen the girls being made up hair and make up… and in some of the outfits back stage….. 

so here… is the amazing catwalk fashion parade by these starlets, and wow… what professionals they were!  Our little ladies were seen amongst the beautiful wedding gowns that came from near and far and were modelled by gorgeous catwalk models.  The music, lights, stage and photographers were all dazzling to the girls and there was not one bit of nerves!!  They all looked beautiful and ever so pretty!

Yes, the gorgeous girls did steal the show at this event… look past into the crowd and see the audience beaming and absolutely loving it!  So many people commented later that they girls and the outfits were amazing.  

  • “So refreshing to see something different” was one comment,
  • “stunning… exceptional” was another
  • “The Best fashion parade seen here to date” and another
  • ” the traditional white flower girls are so old hat”  and another,
  • “where can I get THAT WHOLE outfit” was  from a couple others!!

Matilda, Innes, Bridget and Emerson were amazing. 

The girls definately loved it all and I cannot wait to have another photo shoot or fashion parade with them again!  Many thanks to the professional photographers Annie Warren and Rikki Pool who took photo’s from the front of the stage… and if you look closely… you can see me in the pic below left taking photo’s from behind and back stage! 

so… without further ado… here they are….

Fashions and current trends  change with time, we all know that…and with bridal fashions and  trends changing in  wedding gowns, accessories and venues, I wondered how much emphasis or thought is taken into the junior bridesmaids and flower girls.  

We often hear the big magazines talking about the wedding dresses, their current trends in fashion, and inspirations, we hear about the changes in fashions for the Mothers of the Brides and even the guys get a mention…. but very, VERY rarely do we hear about the changes in the current trends in  children’s fashion for the junior bridesmaids and flower girls.

Forever the traditional white satin long dresses for little girls has been seen in so many weddings.  Rarely has there been a change. 

Brides are savvy and eclectic these days, and are looking for something different. 

 As with their own wedding dress, they want something beautiful, stylish, unique and complimenting for their whole bridal party too.  Many brides are now looking for something “different” for the junior members of the bridal party.  Something  away from the traditional white satin flower girls dresses, something that the girls them selves will feel special in and be able to wear again and are cost effective. 

Yep, gone are days where the little girls are wearing the stiff, restricting, long white dresses in weddings.  Sure, there are many who do like this look, but more and more are looking for something unique.  Lets face it… pop a little girl in a restricting, long, constraining dress and she is most likely to feel uncomfortable, not be so co operative. 

Pop her into something more flowing, comfortable, and they are more likely to be relaxed, happy and entertaining.  That’s what weddings are all about isn’t it?  There is nothing like a natural smile from an onlooker at a wedding watching a pretty little flower girl twirling, laughing and happy. 

There are some gorgeous designer labels in childrens fashions that are unique, boutique and ideal for many different styles of weddings.  They are not necessarily aimed at weddings, nor come with that “bridal” price tag.   

This is what many brides in 2010 are looking for. 

No, I am not talking the “chain store” type dresses that are made for the masses, though these too have a place in many weddings.  Brides want something more unique.  Limited edition styles, hand made, smaller designer children’s clothing collections and something so different to what they have seen around. 

Lets face it… most brides want a “wow factor” at their wedding… and having the flower girls in gorgeous stylish and unique special occasion dresses is all part of it.

These days there are so many different styles of weddings, and so many different fashion trends catering to them.  Its so refreshing to see that brides are thinking more laterally,  and with their hearts  and seeing other options away from the traditional.  Its great to see that the flower girls and junior bridesmaids are now being noticed in the fashion arena along with the rest of the bridal party!

This year many brides are looking towards colour lace and ribbons in their junior bridesmaid outfits.  Twirling skirts, pettiskirts, antique dresses, tops and shrugs.

With the ever changing styles in weddings today, flower girl and junior bridesmaid dresses are coming to the forefront in colour, texture and styles.  Just like the brides!

Elizabeth Murphy

Founder/Business Manager

www.LaToriana.com.au

Designers showcased at this bridal fashion parade through La Toriana were

Tea Princess, Bethany’s Child, Princess Ratbag, Tippietoes couture, Dolly Up, Princess allure jewellery

La Toriana

 La Toriana’s FACEBOOK  Profile       

At La Toriana we have a passion for baby & 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, Extreem Glass, 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’s 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!

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