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Fashionkins // My Own Fairytale

By Leslie Schor, Senior Fashion Editor 1 Comment

We love seeing classic tales and movies interpreted with current fashion and handmade costumes. The adorable Biggs sisters are taking us through their own little Halloween fairytale…

Little Red Riding Hood:

Wolf costume by @bellethreads

Little Red Riding Hood costume and cape by @mamalattebonnet

Boots by @graciousmay

Wizard of Oz:

Lion Leotard by: @pomp_kids

Lion Head piece by: @hideandcotton

Lion Boots by: @Joyfolie

Lion necklace by: @modernqueenkids

Tin Man costume by: @bellethreads

Silver boots from: @childsplayclothing

Belle and Rapunzel channeling their inner Ana and Elsa:

both outfits by @bushelpeck_kids

Rapunzel flower crown by @kenziejaws

Alice in Wonderland:

Alice costume by: @mamalattebonnet

Alice headpiece by: @ma_belle_mademoiselle

Bunny headpiece by: @hideandcotton

Bunny outfit by: @tutudumonde

Bunny boots by: @gracious_may

Bunny accessories by: @modernqueenkids

Beetlejuice:

both outfits by: @tutudumonde

shoes by: @tutudumonde and @efvva

all accessories by: @modernqueenkids

hat by: @ma_belle_mademoiselle

Photography by: Amy Groth, Love the Look Photography | Glam by: Mariela | Hair: by Adriana Weber
| Models: Taylen and Aleia | Styling and Creative Direction by: Angelica

Partykins // Halloween Costumes Hiding In Your Wardrobe

By Donna Tweedale, Former Contributor Leave a Comment

Feeling a little uninspired by the Halloween outfits available on our high street for the little ones, I got to thinking of how I could make a costume from their everyday wardrobe… adding a few key accessories with a strategic use of Mumma’s eyeliner we were ready for a game of hide and seek in the woods.

Incorporating some stripes and boots. A subtle nod to the classic ‘Hocus Pocus’ Witches style. A dark blue velvet jacket gave Edie’s Cat outfit had an androgynous edge.

I love textures, the mix of a delicate fabric with a chunky knit. Teamed with Atsuyo Et Akiko Angel Wings. Ta-Dah… a Woodland Fairy.

Add a cape to a monochrome outfit, some boots, a pair of comfy trews, smudge some eyeliner, slick their hair … Ta-Dah.. We have a spooky Bat Charmer.

Fashionkins // Conceptual Deer Costume

By Leslie Schor, Senior Fashion Editor Leave a Comment

When dreaming up costumes for your babiekins, don’t be afraid to think conceptually. Julie shows us how sculpting feathers into deer antlers, creates a dramatic and unique costume.

DIY Deer:
1. Pull a simple cream or even tan/brown dress from her closet.
2. Add a touch of face paint
3. Grab a cute skirt (a la the grey/silver Velveteen skirt) to wear as a trendy capelet.
You can even buy a small cut of faux fur, as I did with the cream minky fabric and the brown faux fur. Wrap around her shoulder and quick-sew a couple of buttons or a bow!
4. Make or buy a simple pair of antlers (even from cardboard!), and she’s the most unique and stylish deer in the neighborhood.

Featurekins // Happy Quirky Halloween

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Guest post by Julie Martin in collaboration with Babiekins Magazine

Creating a one-of-a-kind costume for your little babiekins doesn’t have to break the bank. With just a few craft supplies, houseshold items and some creativity, a quirky and unique look is as close as your child’s closet! Mix and match your kiddo’s current wardrobe to create a celery and carrot in dip (add greenery, posterboard and a cute label). Saguaro cactus? All you need is a green ensemble with a few fresh flowers. A fun look for siblings (or twins!) is a lamp and coffee table. Grab a cord for a tail and a lampshade, and pair with a gold dress! To construct the coffee table, simply cut up a large box and leave a hole in the center. Add a couple of books and a flower arrangement!

Photography & Styling: Julie A Martin
Floral styling: Chas Thompson

Cactus Look//
Sweater: Blu Pony Vintage
Wrap: Berit’s Lilla| Shorts: Zara
Socks: Bobo Choses
Models: Option Model & Media

Lamp & Table//
Clothing: Velveteen
Tights: TEN c/o Ladida
Shoes: Gap
Models: Option Model & Media

Celery & Carrot in Dip//
Carrot clothing: BangBangCopenhagen
Celery clothing: Target
Models: Option Model & Media

Children’s Book Character OLIVIA

By Gina Munsey, Senior Editor 1 Comment

Olivia’s distinctive black, red, and white attire seems very autumnal to me. Does it to you, too? Here are a couple of ways you can jazz up Olivia’s go-to look, without the resulting outfit looking as though it came from a costume shop.

1. Party pants by Bangbang Copenhagen via Thumbeline // 2. Lucky pants by Bangbang Copenhagen via Thumbeline // 3. C ashmere jailhouse legging by Noé & zöe + Tannhauser via Thumbeline
4. Style oS005 via SUOAK // 5. Girls’ Everyday Leggings in Boatstripe via J. Crew // 6. Sequin Bow via Bows for Show // 7. Tassel Handbag via Zara Kids

What’s your favorite item here? I’m partial to those cashmere leggings with the neon zipper — but honestly, I’ll wear just about anything striped.

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-Gina / Oaxacaborn

Fashionkins // My Own Fairytale

Partykins // Halloween Costumes Hiding In Your Wardrobe

Fashionkins // Conceptual Deer Costume

Featurekins // Happy Quirky Halloween

Children’s Book Character OLIVIA

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