The Daily Stroll

Going Out With A Bang

There she is. The inspiration for this entire venture, the dailystroll. She has become quite the fashionista and while not everything has to be pink and princess-like, she is enjoying new hair accessories. The satin headbands from Bugalug to be precise. I find them rather innovative with their patented plastic toggle design. Simple slide the band over your head (or that of your fashionable preschooler) and tighten to a perfect fit with the toggle.

Ruby has fabulous hair for these headbands too, and I just love giving her a little bit of bangs out the front and keeping her wild mane under control in the back. I can even sport a Bugalug headband if I like and they have so many great designs on the website it is hard to choose. Based in Calgary Alberta, Canada their website their products are available right from their website or at several retailers.

Other headbands can slip or give you a headache but with Bugalug baby all you get is style and comfort. This is very important when introducing your daughter to all of the wondrous hair accessories she can enjoy as a girl. Save the "beauty is pain" lecture for when she shaves her legs at age 8 without your guidance. For now stick to the simple and sweet and painless.

designer:: Bugalug Baby

dailystroll readers enter DLYSTRL10 at checkout for 10% off of your order. exp. 4.30.08.

boob

boob. It becomes all about the boob for millions of women each year. Trouble is, they can be a bit unruly. Leaking, popping out of your shirt, showing up right when the mail carrier comes to the door (personal experience). Wouldn't it be nice to simply lift up and pull down just the important part of the top when you need to expose the goods? I mean the last thing anyone wants is to expose their stomach as well during nursing hour. We are not talking "Girls Gone Wild" here we are simply talking chic, discreet, stylish nursing wear. That is boob.

boob is also a maternity brand. Each piece is a Lycra stretch cotton to insure a great fit. Transition wear is key, and two outfits for the price of one is a plus. Wear it before, wear it after and since you will really love it- wear it way after. No one will know. What they will know is that you are super fabulous and smart for your wardrobe choices. With a double layer of fabric over the bust, each nursing top is like your little secret weapon for keeping your style side and your mommy side happy and in sync.

designer:: boob
available at:: due maternity

Personalitee

It is after all all about the kids. They want everything for themselves so why not indulge?

Resa design has a super cute way of coupling modern fabrics with a vintage twist. Appliquéd lettering, shapes, or numbers on whiter than white tees for your tot are as fresh as their baby bottom. Celebrate a birthday with a numbered tee  or bring out their personality with the first letter of their name on a keepsake shirt. Does your little cutie love turtles or birds? Stars or hearts? They are in luck. Oh luck- maybe they should do a clover?

No matter what Resa dreams up it is sewn with perfection and her custom pieces are the proof. Checkout other items like clothing, burp cloths, changing pads, and great "mom tips" scattered about the site.

designer:: resa design

daily stroll readers mention March STROLL at checkout for 20% off of your order. exp 3.31.08.

Mamaisms

I have to say I am pretty much over the tees that say stuff trend. I am a plain Jane and like to wear solid tees. This is probably because too many graphics on the front of a tee calls too much attention to "the girls" and they are huge and now sagging (thanks 2 kids) and they don't like to compete for space.

I will say that I do like the collection by Mamaisms though. I mean how can you not like a tee that says the exact "Mama-isms" you and your mother, and her mother have spouted for generations? "Play Nice" and "Mind Your Manners" are my favorites, and I appreciate these designers for placing the wording and images in flattering spots. The way the Mamaism lays across "the girls" doesn't make the tee seem two sizes to small and stretch out the lettering, and the off-set retro graphics are great. The tees are super soft and have just enough stretch. They are flattering and in my opinion run true to size.

What is your favorite Mamaism?

designer:: Mamisms Gear

ABOUT::
Mamaisms Gear is an “attitude revolution” carried forward through the simple, powerful wisdom dispensed by mothers for generations. Each Mamaism shirt is created with a distinct personality to allow you to express your inner Mama through familiar sayings and heartfelt encouragement.

"Mamaisms Gear – Because the world needs a dose of common sense!"

Mamaisms shirts are made from environmentally and ethically sound practices to deliver Turkish cotton in hip and stylish cuts. From common pieces of advice such as "Mind Your Manners" to "Play Nice," Mamasims shirts make an impact each time you wear them!

Mamaisms shirts are cut in a flattering women’s slim-fit style, are extremely durable, and made of 100% combed cotton in a tight gauge knit with a soft finish. Machine washable, and low-heat dry.

Created by four superb female entrepreneurs, Mamaisms Gear is all about strong mothers and strong families. They donate 5% of their profits to a local outreach program: The Child Advocacy Commission and The Parenting Place. Through their support groups and educational services they address the issues facing at risk families and those overcoming the legacy of domestic violence.

Kice Kice is Nice Nice

Twin sisters with a passion for design and for filling the void in modern children's wear put their heads and hands together and came up with Kice Kice. I love it. What a breath of fresh air and a celebration of childhood!

The Spring 2008 line is a collection of hand appliqued tops and bottoms all made of 100% organic cotton. The perfect playwear for your dancing, whirling, fashion concious child. Sizing ranges from 3-6 mos to 6 years (thank goodness!). Washing and drying will result in a slight curling of the hand applique's which is a characteristic of the garments. A clean, modern look to compliment the upcoming Spring season.

designer:: Kice Kice

available for online purchase at:: nonchalantmom

Unlock My Sanity

Funny thing - keys that is. They hold the power. They unlock the house, they unlock the car, they keep you trapped somewhere all day when you can't find them.

It is not like we are guys. We don't have these big pockets on our pants that look appropriate when stuffed with wallets and keys. Women are actually supposed to remove our pants pockets according to some stylists as it makes the pants fall better and removes those "lines" that make our butts look bigger. We are also expected to carry more than one child in our arms, a diaper tote, push a stroller, manage our beverage, hold our toddler's hand, all while making a phone call and trying not to lose our sanity keys. Last time I looked I had only two hands. Last time I looked, I couldn't find my keys either.

This is why I am so excited about Wriskey™. It may bring me back from the brink. Not to mention that I feel that I need one in every color. What is it? A stylish wristlet key chain. Keep your hands free to hold  your kids and kid paraphernalia while remaining the ultimate fashionista that you are. Other moms will stop you in the street and think that you are so cool. Then you will tell them about Wriskey™ and how you saw it on The Daily Stroll.

Say goodbye to pocket bulge, and hello to your keys. Now the hard part is choosing which Wriskey™ you want. I am warning you. This could take all day. Another thing just to make it more difficult- they are only $12 each.

designer:: wriskey

daily stroll readers use code: dailystroll for 10% off. expires 3.31.08.

A Day In May

So it is not May yet, but before we know it the flowers will be blooming and there will be green everywhere. I am hopeful anyway. I adore spring. You can have your "Day In May" anytime with the A Day In May jacket from Skipping Hippos.

Known for their adorable, dreamy, cozy ponchos for baby and toddler, Skipping Hippos is branching out with this fine wale corduroy coat, lined with unique and exquisite fabric, and finished off with whimsical appliqué of blossoms. Pictured in vanilla above, the other color choices are raspberry and wedgewood. Available in sizes 2T to 6x you and your daughter can look forward to spring with this very special jacket.

designer:: skipping hippos


daily stroll readers receive 10% off of their order. use code: SF7 at checkout. expires 7.1.08

Egg-cellent Hoody

This hand knit hoody sweater is so perfect. I have never seen anything like it. I had to take my own photo to show you that it is super duper soft and luxurious. It also has a fried egg on it which is not only whimsical but perfect for my kids. The fried egg even has glittered yarn for that sizzle!

Ruby doesn't really eat anything else but eggies (and bacon and bagels) so when I saw this sweater I had to have it. We are pretty much obsessed  with bacon and eggs in this house.
Lucky for you- if you have to have it it is on sale!

Jesse Walker Knit Goods and other talented designers sell their must have goodies at Ookie and Lala Kids.
Jesse Walker Knits are handknit in the USA not on even on  a loom .

shop: Ookie and Lala Kids

10% off for daily stroll readers. code: DStroll. expires 12.15.07

Got Drool?

Got drool? We do (baby E in photo above)! That is why we are LOVING the new dribbler by Resa Design. We also heart their new website! The fabric selections are great but it is Resa's craftswomanship and color combos that get us. Not to mention the waterproof backside to the dribbler.

During late November and early December Resa Design is doing a 12 Days of Christmas sale- visit their site each day starting Nov 30 to see what that day's deal is! I say 'dribblers for all and for all a dry night' (actually day- but day doesn't rhyme).

The girls of the daily stroll have also been sporting Resa Design's new line of dresses. Just a simple pinafore with lots of style. Do as she says and layer it with jeans, Ruby kicked back in her apple/pear combo with a pair of babylegs -blue nail polish not included.

designer:: resa design

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Fooey on your kids

In love with this brand. That's all I need to say.

Ok well maybe a BIT more.

So this is Fooey. Fooey USA. Great design, fabulous prices and even a secret saver society! My favorite has to be the superstar couduroy pants. I am instantly taken back to the early 80's (in a good way). They create cool fine art for the kids' rooms and they are even going to start a line of hip adult wares called Let's Be Awesome. How rad right?

For infant I am eyeing this summer peasant dress. I can layer under with long sleeve one piece and tights... so tempting!

designer:: fooey