Babiekins Magazine

She Got Street Style: Hip Outfits For Little Trendsetters

November 18, 2018 By Sammy Eng, Contributor Leave a Comment

Matching sweet tulle with denim. Ripped jeans with edgy black. Vintage coolness with tartan print.

Pairing with layers to carry us through the seasons.

We love classic kids fashion that can be worn over and over again. And never get bored.

Yet don’t conform to what is expected. Create your twist and make your own trend.

Put together the outfit that makes your Babiekin happy!

That is because – YOU is you.

Photography and Styling by Sammy Chasing_Soph

Model Sophie wears:

Outfit 1 // Harper Tulle Skirt supplied by Peggy, Milk and Soda sunglasses, vintage denim jacket, custom t-shirt and Dr Martens boots.

Outfit 2 // NUNUNU black vest, i dig denim Brent jeans, Converse One Star sneakers, Fallen Broken Street slipway hat supplied by Hipkin, Mardin coat supplied by Siyah Fare.

Outfit 3 // Fro the Label Suspender Pants, Mini Rodini Tartan top and Eve Jnr leather jacket and Rollie shoes.

On the Roof: Tween Styles Featuring Jewel Tones, Geometrics, and Whimsical Illustrations

November 11, 2018 By Leslie Schor, Senior Fashion Editor Leave a Comment

Ruby reds, cobalt blues, with pops of mustard work beautifully with geometric patterns and whimsical patterns.

Photography: Stano | Hair, make up and styling: Eva Kovacik

Clothing & Accessories// Kids on the Moon, Zara, Wolf & Rita, Motoreta, Little Creative Factory

Happy Little Travelers

November 11, 2018 By Grace Leave a Comment

Traveling with children, especially small children, can seem daunting. When travel involves long plane rides and/or car rides, it can seem terrifying! Over the past 6 years I have traveled in planes with my children to places like Peru, Hawaii, Japan, Alaska, and Iceland. Also, we do many quick, but long distance car rides. People say I’m crazy, but it is actually quite amazing. With traveling holidays approaching, I wanted to share a few thing that I always take with me for entertaining children on planes, trains, automobiles, and in hotels….

I have tried lots of different plans of attack to this regard, but have decided a few open ended toys and crafts go far and don’t take up too much space. Here are my favorite go-tos and why:

Magnetic tiles like these wooden ones from Big Future Toys. These might be my favorite hands on toys for travel, home, restaurants, you name it. They never fail to quietly entertain for long periods of time. Not only do my children love them, I love them – because they intrigue the mind. They help foster creativity and problem solving and wonder. “How can I make this a certain way, what else can I do with these, what if I did this….” They keep those little wheels turning, and those faces smiling. Also, I love the natural material option of wood, as I always strive to rid my life of plastic and waste and bring in more natural options.
Play Silks. Throw in a couple play silks, they compact to nearly nothing and weigh about the same. However, they can provide SO much entertainment. For babies, a simple peek a boo game or cuddle blankie. For toddlers and older kids there are an unending number of imaginative play ideas from babydoll carriers to puppet shows. Throw in a couple wooden clips and build some forts on the airplane seats.
just a few small figurines and/or cars. A couple wooden peg dolls or animal figurines can lead into so many imaginative play sessions. Pretend they are going to where you are traveling at, what do they see and do? use the play silks to make a scene for them.
Sketchbook and washable crayons or markers. Instead of stocking up on different coloring books and ‘travel’ art supplies, make it easy on yourself. A blank sketchbook and a pack of WASHABLE (because it’s not our plane or bedspread were staying on haha) crayons, pencils, or markers can lead to travel journaling, drawing, games, and more.
Crafts. There are so many options for crafts out there. I have found once again that going with an open ended approach is better than bring specific kits and crafts. a few balls of yarn and a small loom will provide a craft for preschoolers and up that will last much longer than 5 minutes. You can also try learning or teaching a new skill and throw in a crochet hook. Young kids may like weaving found objects into the loom for fun. The yarn can also be used as string for cats cradle or fort building or anything else you may dream up.
Bees wax wraps. Obviously, bringing lots of snacks is a great idea. However, It can also become an activity. I love how my friend’s son used our handmade beeswax wraps to do origami! What a great idea for once the snack inside is gone!
Lastly you will see a small pick up stix game. This was a new addition for me and turned out wonderfully. My 3 and 6 year old loved the game and we could also use the different colored sticks for sorting and counting activities.

Post by Grace Spath | Photos by Grace Spath and Courtney Menezes | Toys by Big Future Toys, Goose Grease, Needles and Spines | Clothes from Chasing Windmill Kids and Indi Scout

BABIEKINS MAGAZINE // THE SEASONS WITHIN US

October 30, 2018 By Ginger Torrado, Contributor Leave a Comment

Dress: Aggie and Francois

Corsage Lulu Top: Hilda Henri

Poncho: Gucci

Flower Crown: PLJ Couture

Golden Years: An Autumn Photo Story Highlighting Styles for Tweens

October 26, 2018 By Leslie Schor, Senior Fashion Editor Leave a Comment

The golden light in this photo story highlights great style options for tweens this fall. Plaids, stripes, and pink and green knits are paired with overalls and rain boots for a fun tween twist on classic fall fashion. Which one of these bestie’s looks is your favorite?

Multicolored Tassel Jumper by Stella McCartney Kids from alexandalexa.com

Ava wears: Yellow Knitted Cotton Sweater, Mayoral, available at childrensalon.com Retro Short Dungarees, from Boden, http://www.boden.co.uk/ Cobalt Blue Ribbed Tights, Boden, http://www.boden.co.uk/ Original Kids Wellington Boots Yellow, Hunter, https://www.hunterboots.com/

Luna wears: Jamila Wool Cardigan, Burberry, available at childrensalon.com Girls Brown Ribbed Cotton Top, Il Gufo, available at childrensalon.com Ribbed Velvet Trapeze Skirt Rosewood, Hundred Pieces,available at smallable.com Willow Green Cable Footless Tights, Boden,http://www.boden.co.uk/ Original Kids Gloss Wellington Boots Hyper Pink, Hunter, https://www.hunterboots.com/

Luna wears: Cashmere Ribbed Hat in Foxglove, Brora, https://www.brora.co.uk/ Mariniere Jumper Green, Arket, https://www.arket.com/ Ribbed Velvet Tunic Dress Hazel, Hundred Pieces, available from smallable.com Autumn Rose Pink Footless Tights, Boden, http://www.boden.co.uk/ Navy Blue Socks from 5 Pack Pretty Sock Box, Boden, http://www.boden.co.uk/ Carnation Pink Classic Clogs, Crocs, https://www.crocs.co.uk/

Ava (right) wears: Wool Sweater Dress, Il Gufo, available at Childrensalon.com Cobalt Blue Ribbed Tights, Boden, http://www.boden.co.uk/

Luna wears: Very Cat Glasses in Red, Very French Gangsters, available at Harrods Cashmere Rib Polo neck in Foxglove, Brora, https://www.brora.co.uk/ Mellow Rose Check Midi Skirt, Bobo Choses, available at alexandalexa.com Jungle Green Ribbed Tights, Boden, http://www.boden.co.uk/ Original Kids Colour Block Wellington Boots Bright Pink, Hunter, https://www.hunterboots.com/

Ava wears: Wool Knit Sweater, £107, Il Gufo, available at Childrensalon.com

Ava wears: Green Jumper, Hello Simone, https://www.hellosimone.fr/

Luna wears: Blue Patterned Scarf, Arket, https://www.arket.com/ Red Clay Merino Squares Jumper, Bobo Choses, available at alexandalexa.com Chino Trousers Dark Green, Hundred Pieces, available at smallable.com

Ava wears: Very Select Glasses in Matt Pink, Very French Gangsters, available at Harrods Megan Organic Cotton and Wool Jumper Mustard, Stella McCartney Kids, available at Smallable.com Dusty Blue Denim Culotte Trousers, Bobo Choses, available at Smallable.com Pink Socks from 5 Pack Pretty Sock Box, Boden, http://www.boden.co.uk/

Luna wears: Duvet Wool and Mohair Jumper Chrome Green, Indee, available at Smallable.com Skinny Fit Denim Dungarees, Boden, http://www.boden.co.uk/

Ava (front) wears: Dark Green and Pistachio Big Check Cardigan, Tiny Cottons, available at AlexandAlexa.com Long Sleeve Shirt Pink, Arket, https://www.arket.com/ Denim Dress, Arket, https://www.arket.com/ Cobalt Blue Ribbed Tights, £10, Boden, http://www.boden.co.uk/ Original Kids Wellington Boots Yellow, Hunter, https://www.hunterboots.com/

Luna (left) wears: Egret Merino Moons Jumper, Bobo Choses, available at alexandalexa.com

Ava (right) wears: Asto Alpaga Wool Openwork Sweatshirt Red, Bellerose, available at smallable.com

Ava wears: Red Wool Beret, Arket, https://www.arket.com/ Cotton Popcorn Jumper Purple, Arket, https://www.arket.com/ Letitia Pleated Skirt Chrome Green, Bellerose, available at smallable.com Delphinium Blue Cable Footless Tights, Boden, http://www.boden.co.uk/

Photographer: Lol Johnson | Stylist: Grace Poulter | Hair and Make Up: Iris Moore | Models: Ava and Luna from Ray & Robin

All Shapes & Sizes : Wonderfully Made Clothing Co

October 25, 2018 By Rachel Fox Kipphut, Contributor Leave a Comment

We have our friends from Wonderfully Made Clothing Co back on the @babiekinsmag blog ! We are so excited to share their latest fall fashion trends AND celebrate the month of October which is #downsyndromeawarenessmonth . We love Wonderfully Made Clothing Co because of their focus on inclusion in the fashion industry. We talked with Andrea Edmonds , founder of @wonderfully_clothingco about why inclusive sizing is so important to our kids today.

“I started Wonderfully Made Clothing Co. because of my daughter’s clothing challenges. Ruthie began sizing out of our favorite lines at an early age. She has #Downsyndrome and #hypothyroidism. She is an active young lady who swims year round, exercises in a physical therapy wellness program, and has a good nutrition plan, but her weight is still a struggle. Because of our challenge, I saw that there was a need for true inclusive sizing, which would accommodate all of our girls. Many girls need just a little more from their clothing as they grow and change. We create our own designs and patterns in sizes 8-18 so that all girls can be confident and comfortable in their clothing. Our fit is a little more generous so many girls actually find that they need to size down to get the perfect fit. Our designs combined with high quality fabrics help to eliminate the need to add multiple layers such as a bra and a tank under their clothing. Our pieces fall just at the right places to help solve this problem and make girls feel beautiful and confident inside and out.” See + Hear more from Andrea of Wonderfully Made Clothing Co HERE in this video : Wonderfully Made Clothing Co VIDEO

There is so much to love about a clothing line that fits all shapes and sizes! We also love that their new fall line is functional, fun and comfortable! We love the moody fall colors and the choice of fabric for this line. These Fall pieces also transition easily between both casual and dressier occasions. This is great for the upcoming Holiday Season !

Thank you to Wonderfully Made Clothing Co for offering inclusive styles and sizing for all.

For more information on Wonderfully Made Clothing Co, visit their website

here : wonderfullymadeclothingco.com or on Instagram

here : @wonderfullymade_clothingco .

Countryside: A Children’s Photo Story Celebrating Life in the Country

October 15, 2018 By Leslie Schor, Senior Fashion Editor Leave a Comment

Photographed in Ukraine, this photo story is less about fashion than it is about the reminder to let your littles experience and feel the simplicity of country living. Even if it’s only for a day.

Photography: Alona Shestiuk | Models: Lera and Anna

Touch of Gold: Autumn Kids’ Portraits Accented with the Season’s Hottest Metallic, Gold

October 15, 2018 By Leslie Schor, Senior Fashion Editor 2 Comments

Portraits of your littles are always a great way to customize holiday cards. While you plan this year’s photoshoot, consider styling them with gold accents. I consider gold (any metallic, really) a neutral and love it paired with rich tones as much as I love it paired with blush and light hues.

Photography & Styling: Beppie Veldhuizen | HMUA: Jazgul Akmatova | Models: Audrina & Da_iza

Clothing & Accessories//Bien a Bien, Meet Mister Fred, Guno, Cabbages & Kings, Caroline Bosmans, Orange Mayonnaise, Barn of Monkeys, Tambrere, The Animals Observatory

She Got Street Style: Hip Outfits For Little Trendsetters

On the Roof: Tween Styles Featuring Jewel Tones, Geometrics, and Whimsical Illustrations

Happy Little Travelers

BABIEKINS MAGAZINE // THE SEASONS WITHIN US

Golden Years: An Autumn Photo Story Highlighting Styles for Tweens

All Shapes & Sizes : Wonderfully Made Clothing Co

Countryside: A Children’s Photo Story Celebrating Life in the Country

Touch of Gold: Autumn Kids’ Portraits Accented with the Season’s Hottest Metallic, Gold

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