I know you have all been waiting for the newest release of the special occassion girls vintage inspired clothing from Tea Princess.  Not much longer now… but rest assured, the gorgeous collection of the 2011 Tea Princess girls designer clothing is going to cause a stir!

I suggest

*BE QUICK*

as these will NOT LAST.  If you are an avid Tea Princess follower, then you know this is to be true.

There are limited amounts made, so you can be assured of a quality, limited edition of anything you purchase.  La Toriana is so proud to be able to delievr to you a selection of this seasons Tea Princess collection.

Only a few more sleeps guys…. and then you will soon see what gorgeous, simply stunning Winter 2011 collection from Tea Princess will bring.

Til then… here are a few items, many last ones left and never to be repeated…. grab them while you can!

I cant wait to show you the new ranges coming in for Spring Summer… they are totally gorgeous!   If you are looking for designer girls clothing online, special occassion dresses and party wear for your little princess, well you have come to the right place!  Jump online for all your baby fashion needs, designer kids clothing and premmie baby clothes… we are here to help.

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.

We have been so busy here at La Toriana time has flown by.  With sickness, medical procedures, a shop, school and “everything else”, we needed to have a little “R & R” and get back into the thick of it, which included updating  the La Toriana BLOG.

Afternoon tea was in order  and what a gorgeous day we had for it.

String music, vintage books, lots of relaxing about, chatting and walks.  A very relaxing way to spend an afternoon tea with friends.  Home cooked cakes, fresh fruit, healthy kidz tea and lots and lots of laughter.

What a beautiful way to showcase some of our gorgeous summer designer childrens wear thats now online at La Toriana.   Above, Tiana looks a pretty picture  in her Tea Princess  3 tiered girls designer dress, and matching lace cardigan.  Her Bethany’s Child  special occassion headband completed the very special  outfit, and what beautiful music she played whilst the others frolicked about on the lawn.  A beautiful warm spring day, and the kidz tea went down a treat!  The launch of Bethany’s Child is almost here, so watch out for it at La Toriana.

You can easily see how the kids relaxed, laughed and had a gorgeous time!  The designer kids clothing showcased here include:

Bethany’s Child hair accessories (from $4.95),

Mini Treasure Kids clothing (including Maddison dress $89.95, Sophia Dress $89.95, Max silk shirt $59.95, Ethan linen shorts $59.95).

 The amazing white dresses from Luv Child, formerly known as momie et enfant,(white or ecru $49.95),

Tea Princess (special occassion dresses $89.95 and lace cardigan $59.95 and play suit $65.95),

vintage kids hats from constitution ($29.95)

Gorgeous Jayde, models so well the Luv Child white Maia dress and the Mini Treasure Kids Sophia dress.  We have had to get in more Maia dresses as the first lot walked right out as soon as they arrived!!  This Christmas there are so many gorgeous girls designer dresses to choose from, but I have to say, the Sophia dress will be one of the favourites for sure, as will the Tea Princess Summer collection we have online.

I LOVE this pic.  Alison,  from Lollypop Photography who did the photography captured the essence of the day perfectly!   Tiana had just finished playing the viola and in need of a cool drink, Meg, loved playing with the hand made (by moi) vintage doll, and the other two loved chit chatting!

Its without a doubt, Josh here looked the relaxed, stylish little man he is. What a gorgeous model!  The girls just loved him.

So, so pretty, meg looked devine in the Tea Princess playsuit and wearing the vintage designer hair accessories from Bethany’s Child.  All in all, the afternoon tea on a gorgeous   Spring afternoon was just perfect!  Everyone was so relaxed … its the perfect way to spend a lazy afternoon.  Afternoon tea ~ with friends.

 Thank you so much Alison.  We worked well as a team and the kids made it all so easy!  “true professionals!  However I think they were having so much fun, they didnt even notice the camera much, and my job as stylist was so easy!  If you are in the Central Victorian area and looking for a photographer…. pop over to www.Lollypopphotography.com.au and tell Alison how gorgeous the pics were!

Also… if you are looking for some gorgeous baby clothes, designer boys clothes and special little girls wear for your family sots, pop online at La Toriana or in shop at 5 Bath Lane, Bendigo.  With La Toriana catering for premmie babies to kids 12 years, we have spomething for everyone.

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

 Please show your support for National Premmie week coming up.

~ Happy 3rd Birthday La Toriana ~

La Toriana has just turned 3 years old… can you believe it?

So much has happened in this time and we would love you to join in the celebrations!

 A few weeks ago La Toriana was named BEST BOUTIQUE in the C2M AusMumpreneur awards, and was featured on the channel 9 TODAY show. 

It was a huge honour to be nominated, and then to a finalist, and so humbling to be named the WINNER! 

La Toriana has also launched into a shopfront, sharing a space in Bath Lane Bendigo, so now you can pop in and see some of the range, or pick up your online purchases and save on postage.  New seasons arrivals are coming in, so pop into 5 Bath lane, at “Poppy’s”.   come in and say hello!

We have some new designer labels arrived and more on the way.  Have you checked out the new Mini treasure Kids?  I am so in love with their quality and range….I am sure you will too.  New to La Toriana is also Bethany’s Child, Chic by Sha, Little Miss J, and new season arrivals about to land from Tea Princess, Nanny Pickle, Princess Ratbag, Wild things of Noosa, Miss TikiBoo, Three Little Trees, Luv Child, The wooden Peg, Small Society  and more!

New Arrivals at La Toriana
Sophia Dress $89.95	Ivory lace pettiskirt $90.00	Little Kisses dress $120.00
Antique Crimson Rose Headband $29.95	Maia White Summer dress $49.95	Constitution Brocade Hat $29.95
Featured Special Gifts
Little Pearls for Little Girls bracelet $39.95	Bronte Blush Hair clip $22.95	Musical Lamb by Alimrose $39.95

Birthday celebrations in store in Bath Lane, Bendigo… and also online.  Every online purchase til the end of September will receive a FREE Bethany’s Child hair accessory.  

Each week… one of the blog posts will have a special … each week will be different and only til end of October!

 All instore purchases in September will automatically receive their free gift. Plus, order $150  or more and we will give you an FREE POSTAGE… EASY!

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

The above photo was taken in Brisbane a few weeks ago with customers kids and latest releases from designers showcased at La Toriana.  The brilliant photography was by www.NaomiVphotography.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.  At La Toriana we have a dedicated category for premmie babies called“Premmie Baby” online on our website.  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.

 La Toriana  has had the honour of being part of  the BENDIGO MAGAZINE and the kids fashion shoot and do a “behind the scenes” blog post.  We were lucky enough to supply to the designer children’s clothing from La Toriana for this cute little girl. 

The fashion stylist (Esther) chose the stunning Winter 2010 Tea Princess  pink bow beanie, Harem pants , and the boat neck white lace top also from Tea Princess.  Everything was worked out well, and you can easily see the team work flowed with ease to help create the look for the magazine they were looking for. 

A very professional team and such a pleasure to work with.

Its always hard for some kids when doing a shoot for the first time.  There are camera’s, lights, people, a strange environment and not knowing what to expect can be very daunting.  Esther is a delight in helping make the kids feel at ease with her friendly nature and her humour.  The lollipops help too afterwards… and she even snuck one to Tiana  (yep, my assistant, when I wasn’t looking)

(just check out that gorgeous smile from Esther (below left). 

 David Fields the photographer is super talented and really knows how to get the best out of the kids.  Our little model was a little shy and timid, but David soon worked a little magic and had her smiling and feeling so much more comfortable.  He takes the time to chat with the kids, get to know them and have a little fun along the way…..

he makes it all look so easy!

The finished product in the mag is beautiful (below), and I am sure this little girls mum would have been so proud, just as I was with her representing La Toriana and the Tea Princess collection this Winter. 

Kids fashion shoots can go really smoothly, or can go pear shaped.  This session went extremely well.  Shows with an experienced team, relaxed atmosphere and professionals who know what they are doing… all falls into place beautifully.

If you haven’t already, you MUST check out the latest Bendigo magazine.

David takes some photo’s whilst the parents of the kids, the  Sarah (editor), Esther and Maggie all are there to help ensure everything goes well.  David takes it all in his stride and the kids all have a ball waiting for their turn.

“Bendigo is one of the fastest growing cities in regional Australia. With a diverse range of residents ranging from University students to the retiree, the population is constantly seeking ways to be informed and inspired.

 Published in December, March, June and September, Bendigo Magazine features unique home style and design ideas, personality profiles, visits to beautiful sights in the region, nostalgic historical perspectives, the gamut of arts and culture, inspired food and entertaining ideas, a comprehensive guide to events and attractions in Central Victoria and much, much more.
It reflects the best of Bendigo and captures the city’s unique style in a manner intended to make our readers’ lives more interesting and informed. Our objective is to spark a zest for living in Bendigo, new ideas and new experiences.”

The Bendigo pottery, the location for these shots is an amazing place.  A great place to take the family, for the kids to do activities in the school holidays and for events.  Tiana (above) catches up on a little reading about the history of the kilns whilst watching the photo shoot take place.

Australia’s Oldest Working Pottery

For over 150 years Bendigo Pottery has been famous for creating high quality ceramics for both domestic and commercial use. Located at 146 Midland Highway, Epsom, 6.5 kms north of the Alexandra Fountain in the centre of Bendigo, heading towards Echuca. Bendigo Pottery is open 7 Days a Week from 9.00am to 5.00pm (only closed Christmas Day)

~   see our other posts about  Bendigo Magazine this year   ~

EASTER 2010 

and also this vintage fashion shoot 2010

La Toriana is proud to be a finalist in 2 category awards

 

  

 Our labels include, Alimrose, annieB, Lambykins, Little Miss J, Little Moos, Mini Treasure Kids, 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!

 This week the Bendigo Magazine came out and its the best ever! 

 Here are some  photo’s taken from the Bendigo Magazine Photo shoot for La Toriana.    La Toriana have a few products showcased and we are thrilled with the shots and images.  Here  The images from the photo shoot for our advert with one of the magazines photographers…  Alison from Lollypop Photography.  There are a couple of my own thrown in here too…. though I am sure you can tell the great ones are hers!

A little about the children’s designer outfits modelled and showcased. 

**NEW**   La Toriana introduces Constitution to our online baby/children’s boutique.  Constitution is an Australian business and has the most delightful hats for all the whole family.

  These children’s designer hats are vintage inspired head wear from Consititution, and are  amazing.  Super quality, unique style and so adorable for kids.  These  infant hats are not like anything else I have seen about and the amount of comments from the shoot and responses from the photos have been amazing. 

Inspired by all things vintage, these kids hair accessories go well with the designer children’s clothing range available online at La Toriana.

You have to agree Lollypop Photography  images are stunning! 

My favourite of the Constitution designer label is the Vintage Boston Brocade children’s cap and the duckbill peak cap with detachable rosette.  These are  an ideal accessory that goes well with the Tea Princess range of designer dresses for a more classy and elegant look, but looks striking with pants and tops from their collection as well.  These vintage inspired children’s hats are ideal all year round.  Tran seasonal and compliments many different season children’s fashions.  Yep, the accessories are back in vogue, and little ones must be seen with their hats, scarfs, coats, capes and jewellery to complete their designer clothing this Winter.

Skye wears the Tea Princess ivory stretch top by Tea Princess and the beige cord pants.  To compliment the outfit accessories were the beautiful Princess Allure jewellery and Constitution duckbill hat.

One of my favourites is the Tea princess smock dress worn at the very top image  by Emmerson with the Tea Princess leggings.  To complete the outfit Emmy wears the constitution Boston brocade hat and jewellery by Princess Allure.

Children’s fashion today is quite eclectic.  There are so many styles and looks that there is something to suit everyone.  I am a fan of all things vintage, ”girly” and lacy.  These images capture the very essence I was hoping for.  I told the photographer I was looking for a “vintage style” look for this edition and I think together we pulled it off.   The clothing, the location and photography all worked well together to create this look.   I am very happy with it all.  Check out tomorrow for more of whats “IN”  the mag  as well as some behind the scenes shots.  Thanks so much Alison!

The Bendigo Magazine photo shoot was with some gorgeous models wearing Tea Princess, Constitution, Princess Allure, Bethany’s Child, and Three Little Tree.  I loved the old ruins in the centre of town and was ideal for this shoot.  The rustic, overgrown gardens, falling down abandoned building were a complimenting contrast to the sweet, soft girly items from the above designers.

A special thank you to Skye, Emmerson and Dylan for being such wonderful models!  See later this week for more on the Bendigo Magazine fashion stories and La Toriana’s products.  We also have some behind the scenes shots…. you’ll love!

You can easily see how well the brocade BOSTON hat matches perfectly in with the Tea Princess Smock dress and white leggings on Emmerson above.  Its a classic, elegant and stunning  little girls designer clothing outfit.

Dylan (below) wears the Tea Princess ivory beanie, boat neck long sleeve tee and the pink harem pants.  The Pink Junket hat is so sweet, and gorgeous on little girls its going to be a definite hit this coming season and into Summer.  The lace detail and adorned with brass studs is a gorgeous look for little girls.

Skye below looks dreamy and so elegant and “girly” in the Tea Princess cape, leggings with attached skirt, tulle headband and also in the pink cardigan and tulle skirt.

After a quick change and move down to the grassed area of Rosalind Park, we all had some fun. Three Little  Trees, Tea Princess, Knuffle Kid, Bethany’s Child all look stunning.

Dillon here wears the long sleeve Tee from Three Little Trees, Harem Pants from Tea Princess and headband from Tea Princess. Emmy below wears vintage inspired antique rose from Bethany’s Child and Skye wears Princess Allure clip.

WE all had a fun and wonderful day and I am so happy with the Bendigo Magazines photographer, Alison from Lollypop photography your pics together with mine came out just perfect!

some other great suggestions

 Warmly Elizabeth xx

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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.

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.

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!

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 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!

This Winter 21010 Collection is stunning and you are going to love them just as much as we do!  Above  Dylan is modelling the  “Molly” Three Little Trees top… its adorable. Seen here with the Tea Princess  Harem Pants and Tulle headband.    (photo by Lollypop Photography)

BE QUICK …..

The girls at Three Little Trees  are giving YOU the opportunity to receive an some Summer 2010 collection either Girls or Boys!!   Amazing opportunity!  Purchase from the WINTER 2010 collection from  Three Little Trees at La Toriana (min spend is $50)… send them a copy via email your invoice and you are in the draw!   WOW  That’s almost $800 worth of designer kids clothing you could win.

How easy!   

 The clothes looked amazing on our models below are  a couple snaps I took.  Three Little Trees teamed with Princess Allure silver/white hair clip and bracelets…. and Bethay’s Child Bronte Blush Rose hair clip.  So darn CUTE!!!

So… come on… grab one of the last Winter 2010 Three Little Trees  designer girls clothing online at La Toriana.  You could be in the running to win from the Summer Collection…. and we hope YOU do! Above is the Georgie dress and the delightful Charlee dress with ribbon sash.

Tiana’s favourite dress this Winter so far has been the Georgie dress or as she calls it  “the owl dress”. 

She especially loves the print and neckline, and the fact the sleeves don’t come too low down, she loves the 3/4 sleeve!       Teamed with white leggings and her boots…. its a stunning designer winter girls outfit and much admired by so many!      We took this photo on our way to see some friends in Ballarat…. on an old train line to Muckleford!

Looking for Three Little Trees girls designer clothing Winter Collection…

here are a few online at  La Toriana:

 enjoy… warmly Elizabeth xx

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 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!

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

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 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!

Kym  (mum)

My mission this Easter was to find some time to snap Skye in her winning outfit from your competition over Christmas (Tea Princess summer outfit winner wins winter outfit!!) Luckily some family from Melbourne came up and took some for me as my camera was out of action so here we are!!!!

I was so excited when I got the email from you, I can’t thank you enough for choosing Skye! Of course she is our bestest Princess ever but she too has travelled down a long and windy road having been born with a Congential Heart Defect called Tetralogy of Fallot, and amongst other fun and games has had two open heart surgeries before her first birthday!

She has had a real buzz from being photographed and her Tea Princess outfit is divine – we chose the Skinny leg pants which are the first size for age pants she has ever fitted with her petite frame and will be warm for winter, the gorgeous soft top long sleeve top in ivory and a beautiful beanie.  All have already been worn in various combinations with other Tea Princess and other things we have bought and they all look fantastic, wash beautifully and people really notice.  Winning the competition enabled me to buy my son a Britt jacket and I keep eyeing off the dresses.  We are just so practical though in our house, so its nice to be able to be pretty but practical at the same time which is what I love about this seasons Tea Princess and our chosen outfit. As you can see its also very flexible!

Me (Photographer) Skye was the lucky recipient of the Tea Princess promo we had,  She received a complete Winter 2010 outfit, has been photographed last week for the La Toriana website and catalogue shots,  and next week will be part of a professional photo session for a glossy magazine.

Sky was an absolute dream to photograph.  A friend told me about this old ruins  (thanks Lisa) and I knew that would be the place to get some photo’s with Skye. It was!!

Sky is so beautiful with a gorgeous disposition and friendly nature.  Many of the shots she suggested for me (so thanks Skye, we were a great team!!!)  All the Tea Princess collection suited her well but I really like the knitted wear, pink cape and white leggings with skirt!  So precious!  Kym was a great stylist (though she probably didn’t even know she was doing such a beautiful job!)

See the full photo shoot I had with Skye and the gorgeous images in Tea Princess on this BLOG next week.  Keep watching

La Toriana will be having another promo soon….. so watch out for the great SPRING promo… to be launched June 1st!  Will be great!!!

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Wishing everyone a gorgeous Easter 2010.  We had a wonderful Easter and I actually took almost all the time away from work and spending it with family… was GREAT!  We ate lots and LOTS of chocolate and we ALL are going to start a detox regime tomorrow!  lol

Here are a few beautiful pics taken for the Bendigo Magazinerecently with an Easter theme.  The girls all look gorgeous in their designer kids clothing and my little rabbit here which I hand painted doesnt look half bad either! Our models this day were Maddi, Immy and Ella.  They are all so, so gorgeous!

Hope you all had a wonderful easter and we look forward to bringing ypou lots more updates about amazing kids fashion, mums in business and more. Below is MADDI who looks absolutely adorable. 

Maddi wearing the Tea Princess white lace shrug over the Tippie Toes lace motif singlet, with the amazing Princess Ratnag pettiskirt.  The whole outfit is complimented by Bethany’s Child flower headband.  Kate, the photographer  for the Bendigo Magazine took some great photo’s, and I took some here too that look not half bad either!!!

Ella models the pink lace motif singlet by Tippie Toes and the Princess ratbag cream and pink pettiskirt (ltd Ed).  Accessories were the Bethany’s Child headband and Princess Ratbag angel wings. The gorgeous greenery was the perfect back drop with the photo’s taken in Rosalind Park.  Beautiful.

Immy wears the Tea Princess white lace shrug, Princess Ratbag white diamonte singlet and the Princess Ratbag Raspberry pettiskirt.  Accessories included the Bethanys Child headband, and the Princess Ratbag angel wings. 

 These girls really portray the cute, fun and specialness of the designers they are wearing.  With many mums using outfits like this from La Toriana for their special birthday party outfits, Christening dresses and flower girl dresses, there is something here for all.  Little girls love dressing up and being Princesses…. and in these designer girls clothes they can be.

Pop into our online baby/childrens boutique for your next outfit for your special little girl.

A  HUGE thank you to the Bendigo magazine (out now) for allowing us to use some of the gorgeous photography.  This ediition of the magazine is HUGE, and a wonderful read.  Easter in Bendigo is massive with our country town swelling.  The cover pic is beautiful, just as the two pictured in it are!!

 warmly   Elizabeth xx

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