Wednesday, February 28, 2007

Jaden's Custom Tux







We all know who designs the grown-up A-List stars' outfits for the Oscars. But what about the little people?

Jaden Smith, Will Smith’s young son who stars with him in The Pursuit of Happyness, apparently needed something special to wear to the Vanity Fair post Oscar party at Mortons last week. Whatever would the young star do? Gucci didn't come in his size!

Fear not, his parents had a custom navy tuxedo, white shirt and blue striped silk tie designed exclusively for him from Greenwich, CT store the Best & Co.

Best & Co. is a children’s retailer founded by Susie Hilfiger with stores in Greenwich, Connecticut and NYC’s Bergdorf Goodman. Best & Co. offers clothing, accessories and gifts for infants and children through size 12. The boutiques and website showcase Susie’s timeless designs, as well as the finest American and European collections for children.



More Kingsley for the Jolie-Pitts







Shiloh has been making all kinds of appearances recently with her grandmother. This week, she and brother Maddox took a carriage ride around the French Quarter in New Orleans, near the family's home. Maddox showed off his family's love for designer Kingsley, wearing their Guitar Tree shirt. You may remember that Shiloh herself made the brand famous after showing off their now infamous Pots & Pans Band tee when she made her debut for People Magazine shortly after her birth.

More pictures at Pop Sugar.



Tuesday, February 27, 2007

The Follow Me








All the coolest baby stuff is at FAO Schwarz.

Check out the Follow Me 3x3 Combination Stroller. It's a one-of-kind stroller/bike for infants up to age four. You start using it at age 6 months as a regular baby stroller, complete with a clear cover, carrying bag and safety belt. As the child gets older, it transforms into a fun tricycle that you push and control. And then finally, it becomes an independent bike for the child to use on their own. Quite a neat invention.



Monday, February 26, 2007

Shiloh in a P-Sling







Shiloh took yet another stroll in New Orleans with her parents on Friday, TMZ reports. Brad carried her in a black P-Sling, during a walk through New Orleans' French Quarter. This is yet another rare Shiloh siting, but she seems to be getting out a bit more.



Sunday, February 25, 2007

Bugaboo Denim






In June, Bugaboo will introduce the first edition of its special denim line in Europe, called Denim 007. The designers at Bugaboo decided to go with this concept because jeans fabric is full of character and matches the Bugaboo design motto of "Tough, No-Nonsense, and Striking". The first stroller coming out will be Original Jeans Fabric. It's deep, dark blue and washed only once. Just like your favorite pair of jeans.

No word yet on when the USA will see Denim 007.



Saturday, February 24, 2007

I found Shiloh's blanket!






After much searching, I have finally found the blanket that little Shiloh Jolie-Pitt is wrapped in while pictured below with her family in New Orleans.



The blanket is sold at FAO Schwarz's posh baby department for $85 and is actually a learning type of blanket. The contrasting colors are made promote visual stimulation. They also make a matching cashmere ABC block if you've got another $45 to shell out.

Looks like Shiloh continues to have the very best.



Stylish Ramona






Maggie Gyllenhaal and Peter Sarsgaard took their beautiful baby Ramona to lunch at Hugo's in West Hollywood last week when they were snapped by Celebrity Babylon's cameras. Ramona wore a darling sleeper from Splendid and rode in a Bugaboo Cameleon stroller, pushed by her dad. More pictures of the family at Celebrity Babylon.



Friday, February 23, 2007

Matt & Family go shopping in NYC







Actor and daddy Matt Damon pushed a sand-colored Bugaboo Cameleon through the streets of NYC this week during a shopping trip with his wife Luciana and daughter Isabella. The family stopped by the ABC Carpet & Home store to buy bedding. An onlooker said that "Their baby girl is beyond adorable, dressed all in pink as Mama bundled her in her winter coat on one of the beds in the department."

There are more pictures at ONTD, including one of Isabella's pink Ugg Erin booties under the blanket.

Matt is in NYC to tape The Bourne Ultimatum.



Dustin's grandaughter






Dustin Hoffman's daughter launched a skin care line at Fred Segal on Friday night and the whole family showed up to show their support. That's Dustin getting pinched on the nose by his grandaughter. I can't find her name anywhere! I do know that it's his daughter's daughter.



Suri wears Bonpoint







Suri Cruise was headed for a trip this week as she appeared with her mom Katie Holmes at LAX Airport. That's Tom Cruise's mother Mary Lee standing next to them. Suri was all decked out in a Bonpoint onesie and sweater for the occassion. Katie is a big fan of the French children's store.



Thursday, February 22, 2007

Diddy's Favorite Gift






So what was Diddy's favorite gift at his and girlfriend Kim Porter's star studded "Little Miss Diddy's Pretty in Pink Shower" two months? According the couple, it was the two Bratt Decor Zanzibar Cradles given to them as a gift by Shalena Smith of Ga Ga Designs. Of all the many, many presents the couple received for their twin girls (including an $88,000 pink toy Mercedes), Kim said the cradles were the most elegant thing she had ever seen. In fact the golden cradles were so well liked, they even served as the centerpiece for the event with all the other presents lined around them.

They now sit in Kim and Diddy's master bedroom where the girls sleep each night.

The Zanzibar Cradle is one of Bratt Decor's most popular items, and you can get one for yourself at their online store.



Kingston's Lamb Clothing







Gwen Stefani had lunch with Baby Kingston in London today after she finished her interview at Radio One Studios. The little guy once again wore his mom's signature line of clothing, LAMB. Gwen has had lots of clothes made just for Kingston from her brand, but you can buy some items like LAMB baby shoes at Kitson.


ICYDK has more pictures.



Wednesday, February 21, 2007

Cruz's Birthday Party







I love covering the Beckham children's birthday parties!

Little Cruz Beckham turned two yesterday and the recently returned Victoria celebrated this special occasion with a party fit for a king....well, a Burger King that is. That's where the super-duper party was held for the tot. The family rented out a Burger King in Madrid, where they often go together for a meal. Cruz dressed a pirate for most of the party. More pics at ONTD.



Tuesday, February 20, 2007

Katey Sagal's baby girl in Janie & Jack







Katey Sagal, 50, appears in this week's issue of OK! Magazine (USA version) to talk about the birth of her daughter Esme who was born on January 10, 2007. You can read the entire small article at Celebrity Baby Blog. Baby Esme wear Janie & Jack's knit lamb set, which is no longer available. But J&J are getting in their Easter stuff this week, so there's lots to chose from.

Baby Esme joins Katie's other two children Sarah, 12, and Jackson, 10.



Mira has a Diaper Dude!







This is the first celebrity Diaper Dude spotting that I have seen so far. Mira Sorvino and Chris Backus took a stroll in LA with daughter Mattea and son Johnny. The couple headed for the coffee shop before hitting the shops with the kiddos. Mira sported a Diaper Dude Camouflage Bag, along with her many shopping bags. Diaper Dude was the first offical diaper bag for dads, but many moms seem to like their modern style as well.



Monday, February 19, 2007

Orbit - The New Bugaboo?







We'll have to see. But so far, Orbit Baby Stroller Systems are beginning to pop up all over Hollywood. Maggie Gyllenhaal bought a grey one for her daughter Ramona and was seen pushing it last month. Heidi Klum took her new son Johan out for a stroll in the park in a mocha version not long after his birth. And Elvis Costello decided to skip a double stroller for his twin sons and just buy two Orbits.

The very modern looking stroller/car seat combo is sold together, with a toddler seat and different color cushions sold separately. Orbit is also introducing a bassinet and a bouncer next month. The bouncer allows the bassinet, car seat, and the toddler seat to connect to the top of it. A toddler car seat is planned for later.



Sunday, February 18, 2007

The Pitts drive a Maclaren Techno Twin







The Pitt family went out for a walk today near the family's home in New Orleans and bought coffee and chips at a nearby store. Brad pushed daughters Zahara, 2, and Shiloh 9 months, in a Maclaren Techno Twin in Strom Grey. Not sure on who made the blanket yet, but I'm checking on it. The Pitts are in town while Brad shoots a movie, and Maddox actually attends school nearby.

Get the Techno Twin at our Online Store.



Where do Stars buy baby gifts?







I get that question a lot and here is one (truthful) answer. MilkShop.com gets a lot of business from real celebrities or those purchasing gifts for them. Milk Shop is an online store selling stylish clothing for babies and kids up to age eight, and even though it's relatively new, it's already become a haven for stars and their kids.

According to People Magazine, Puff Daddy's friends shopped there when they bought him a $260 pink Airflow Tricycle for his twin girls and had it sent to his and girlfriend Kim Porter's all pink baby shower. Toby Maguire's daughter Ruby received a pair of Paper Denim & Cloth Mod Stretch Jeans and a pair of Ugg boots as a gift from Milk Shop. And that's not all. Heidi Klum and Seal's baby boy Johan also got some great gifts from Milk Shop. The newest addition to the Samuel family picked up some Splendid Littles gifts from friends of the family.



Saturday, February 17, 2007

Kimora Lee Simons & Baby Phat







And while the Beckhams were hitting the park, Kimora Lee Simmons was at Macy's promoting her new Baby Phat Junior's line yesterday. That's not her baby, but her two little girls are equally as cute. I've never bought Baby Phat for myself, but it looks adorable for kiddies.



Beckhams in Disneyland







The Beckhams headed to Disneyland yesterday, and despite constant paps everywhere, they seemed to be having a good time. Even though Romeo cried a bit.

The family ate cotton candy, went on rides, and even got Mickey Ears to take home. And if you want to see a picture of Posh Spice waiting in line for a Minute Maid icy, check out Just Jared's photos of the event.



Shiloh's car seat!







Just Jared has photos of the entire Jolie-Pitt family leaving St. Thomas on a plane earlier this month. Brad carried baby Shiloh onto the plane in her Graco Safe Seat in Central Park fabric. We saw a glimpse of Shiloh's car seat when she was first born and Angie was driving aroung in her Range Rover.

Just Jared has more pictures of the family.



Friday, February 16, 2007

Gwen's Freaky Bugaboo







Gwen has the coolest strollers. Where did she get this Bugaboo (or Bugaboo cover)? Does anyone know? I've searched for Bugaboo covers all over the net, and come up with nothing. Sigh....

Oh well. It might be specially made just for her. But anyhow, the above picture is from Kingston's first Valetine's Day. The little guy had dinner with his parents at at The Water Grill in Little Tokyo in downtown Los Angeles. Afterwards they went shopping.

JustNoDoubt has more pictures.



Melissa Etheridge's twins







Melissa Etheridge and girlfriend Julie Cypher went out for pizza on Montana Ave in Santa Monica, CA with their twins, Johnnie (girl) and Miller (boy) yesterday. The twins switched off being carried by Julie in a Baby Bjorn and riding in a pink Kolcraft umbrella stroller. Flynet Online has more pictures.



Jayden?







OK Magazine has printed this photo, claiming it's Jayden Federline. Apparently Jayden got sick during his family's visit to NYC and had to go to the doctor. And yes, that is a pink coat he is wearing. Either Britney wanted to cleverly disguise him or she wanted a girl REALLY badly this time around.



Thursday, February 15, 2007

Bebenique Farewell Sale






I'm sad to report that Bebenique will be shutting its cyberdoors during the next month. An overseas move and swelling family has made it difficult to continue to operate the business for the store's two owners.

As a result, everything on the site is being sold at or below wholesale. Up to 75% off site wide. They've got a lot of hard-to-find European lines as well as domestic clothing and nursery goods.

Shop now before everything is gone!



The Beckhams in LA







Victoria Beckham celebrated Valentine's Day with her boys, Brooklyn and Romeo, in LA. The family spent the evening at the Cheesecake Factory at the Grove Shopping Center and then headed out to the shops for a bit. They plan to move to LA for good this summer when dad David (who stayed behind in Madrid) begins playing for LA Galaxy's soccer team.



Tori's Gifts







Celebrity Baby Blog has an exclusive article up on what Tori Spelling got at her baby shower a few weeks ago, along with some great pictures of the gifts. She got some great top-rated gifts, including a lot of new items that have just been released to the public. Some of those included the Valco Bugster, Trumpette's "boy" Schleppbag diaper bag, Cariboo's Fawn Print Bassinet.

My personal favorite was the three-tier Baby Stages shoe cake from Stride Right.



Wednesday, February 14, 2007

Ses Petites Mains







Please join me in welcoming to Ses Petites Mains to Baby Chic 101!

Ses Petites Mains is a tiny chic clothing line for girls, in sizes 12 month - 6 years. It's designed by Beth Miles and manufactured in San Francisco. They sell absolutely gorgeous clothing in the most beautiful fabrics, made for parents that are looking for clothing to cherish forever. But it's not just the outer beauty that makes Ses Petites Mains special.

Beth also wants her clothing to be something that children can be comfortable in. In fact, children being comfortable in nice clothing is one of Ses Petites Mains top goals. So Beth creates and sells clothing by watching her own daughter in her designs first. She sees what she is comfortable in, what she enjoys wearing, and how different fabrics work together on her. And whatever works is then created and sold.

All of Ses Petites Mains clothing is made in the USA, in San Francisco, by local workers who pay attention to every detail.

So if you're looking for some fashionable girls' clothing that your daughter will enjoy wearing as much as you will enjoy seeing her in it, check out Ses Petites Mains!

Available online at Orange Button.



Tuesday, February 13, 2007

Not Again!







Yes, that's 5 month-old Jayden Federline sitting forward facing in a Cosco 3 in 1 Convertible Car Seat , just like his 17 month-old brither Sean. You probably can't tell, as he's covered in blankets, but that's him (his foot is sticking out in another picture). As most people know, you're not suppose to put a baby forward facing until they are 22 lbs AND one year. Jayden is not even close.

This picture comes a day after Britney was seen at a NYC nightclub, stripping down to her bra and panties with the dancers. Get this woman some help, now!

More pics at ONTD.



Monday, February 12, 2007

Splendid Littles Evolve







Splendid Littles is adding pieces for 2007. The baby line of Splendid now has dresses, coats, hoodies, zip-up tops, and whole outfits. Celebrity moms like Kate Hudon, Courteney Cox-Arquette, and Debra Messing love Splendid Little, as well as the adult lines for themselves. Hollywood boutique Intuition has a whole bunch of the new line in.



Happy Birthday!




Today is my birthday. Just to let everyone know :) I am 27 today!



Sunday, February 11, 2007

Mariska Hargitay's Baby







OhNoTheyDidnt has a bunch of photos up of Mariska Hargitay, Peter Hermann, and their baby son August Hermann. Augsut is wearing a blue striped union suit by Oink! Baby. More pictures at OhNoTheyDidnt.



ModernTots opens a store







Website ModernTots opened its first showroom on Jan. 17 in Brooklyn’s DUMBO neighborhood. The new store features many of their modern children's products available online and in their catlaog, with the selection chaning quite often. It's a big place at 2,500 square feet (that's big for NYC) and there is lots of room for children to play in their own area. In fact it's so big that the owners hope their showroom becomes a place to not only shop, but also host events for designing partners and showcase artists from around the country.



Saturday, February 10, 2007

Julia and her twins







Pregnant actress Julia Roberts and her husband Danny Moder hung out with twins Hazel and Phinneaus this week. I love, love, love her diaper bag. Anyone know who makes it?

Her baby is due this summer.



Baby Chic 101 Awards




Our contest is over and our 2007 reader awards have been chosen. You can view the winners here. Some of the races were very close, but we had no ties luckily. I would like to thank everyone who voted this year and entered the contest. Our winner is has been contacted and we will be posting the details shorly.



Friday, February 09, 2007

Another stroller for Maggie!







Maggie Gyllenhaal was spooted in Beverly Hills yesterday with 4-month-old daughter Ramona by her side. The two shopped together and Ramona rode in a blue and grey Bugaboo Cameleon stroller, with a blue Cameleon Breezy Sun Canopy on top. I guess it was hot in LA, because that canopy is made for warm weather. It allows airflow to reach the stroller with UVA and UVB protective mesh air vents.

Wish I was in LA! It's 27 here!



Thursday, February 08, 2007

Another celeb drives an Orbit!






Elvis Costello and Diana Krall were spotted in NYC yesterday with their twin sons Dexter Henry Lorcan and Frank Harlan James by a reader at Gawker Stalker. According to the reader "Elvis snapping their two babies into the back seat of a chauffered black Suburban, while Diana was breaking down the expensive Orbit brand baby-carriers".



Wednesday, February 07, 2007

Best & Co Spring







Best & Co has their Spring line in stores and on their website now. They've got all kinds of new stuff, including a specially designed line of clothing for infant and kids by designer Lucy Sykes. They've also added novelty tees for play this season and an all new layette. Check them out online.



Jacadi's Modern Line






Jacadi's French Site has posted their new nursery products for 2007, as well as their Spring children's clothing line and maternity wear. One new thing this year is a more modern crib with Plexiglass sides. This model isn't out yet, but it will be available in Europe this Spring along with matching pieces.

Also check out their new stroller and car seat lines from Peg Perego, Bebe Confort, and Maclaren. they are so cute!



Tuesday, February 06, 2007

Lullaboo Rocking Cradle






Celery Furniture designed the Lullaboo after assembling more products with excessive amounts of screws than they could bear. They wanted something simple and easy to put together, yet safe and beautiful at the same time. You don't need any special know-how, complicated tools, or fussy fasteners to put this cradle together. They even provide the mallet!

Only eco-friendly materials are used for all Celery Furniture's products and an organic mattress is included.

Non-rocking cradle is also available. Get it at Sparkability.



Monday, February 05, 2007

Liv at the zoo







Actress Liv Tyler and her son Milo headed out to the LA Zoo this weekend. They saw lots of animals and even stopped for a bite to eat. Milo looked happy being pushed around in his Maclaren Quest. Flynet has more pictures and a video.



Tori's Shower







*update* X17 has pics of the loot! That's a Munchkin Bath Tub, a Babystyle Gift Box, A Babystyle toy ride-on car, and some kind of Fisher-Price toy.


People Magazine has an article up on how Tori Spelling got some nice gifts from 50 guests yesterday at a coples baby shower hosted at at Elixir Tonic & Tea in West Hollywood. The party was hosted by Tupperware and planned by Jo Gartin of Love Luck and Angels. Looks like Tori still has some cash to spend afterall, which I'm glad to hear (Team Tori!).

Guests at the event included Spelling's Beverly Hills 90210 pal Jennie Garth and her So NotTORIous costar Loni Anderson. No Candi. The partied was themed after the couple's baby's turquoise blue and chocolate brown nursery. It was decorated with white amaryllis in turquoise vases, blue glass lanterns and hundreds of votive candles.

The menu, presented on blue Etch-a-Sketch trays, featured childhood favorites such as grilled cheese sandwiches, tuna melts, miniature corn dogs and pigs in a blanket, as well as an all-blue dessert menu that included blueberry popsicles. Guests left with an exclusive $600 gift bag produced by The Silver Spoon, including items such as Too Faced Lip Injection, a $250 pearl bracelet from Pearl Paradise and an InphantElefant baby blanket.

Are you feeling left out? Don't worry, because you'll get to see it all! The shower was filmed for Spelling's new Oxygen reality show Tori & Dean: Inn Love.



Sunday, February 04, 2007

Patrick Dempsey's Baby Blankets







According to People Magazine, Patrick's wife Jill selected the Fred and Noah cuddly swaddlers from Suzy Creamcheese to take their new twin boys home from the hospital in. I can tell you from seeing these blankets up close, that they chose well. They are so cute and soft! Buy your own at Sweet Roll Swaddler.



The NEW Quinny Buzz







This is the new Quinny Buzz of 2007. I wanted people to see the new colors and look of one, which we will be giving away as part of our contest. This is the European one, so it may look a little different but not much. The new colors for 2007 are are Capri (blue), Juice (orange), Black, Pink, Strawberry (red), and Sulphur (yellow. You get to pick the color of course.

Not sure when Quinny/Maxi Cosi will available for purchase in the USA but you can view and buy them (for a high shipping fee) on Baby Care.



Saturday, February 03, 2007

More Kingston Goodness







Gwen and family went for a stroll in Denham, England on Thursday together. I have no idea where that is, but I do know that Kingston is wrapped in a Babyjar blanket. Babyjar is a company out of California with products in many celebrity-favored stores such as Auntie Barbara's, Ragg Tattoo, the Juvenile Shop, and Kitson.



Friday, February 02, 2007

Contest for Baby Chic Awards




It's that time of year again.

Time for Baby Chic 101 Awards. This is where you the reader get to vote for the very best in baby products. And as always, we will be holding a contest for those who vote. There will be one grand prize winner drawn randomly from the list of all those who enter. That person will recieve the following very cool items:

- A Quinny Buzz (yes, one of the first in the USA)

- A Baby Bella Maya Carrier Cover in Crimson Kiss Red

- A Lotus Children Omsie of your choice from Little Buddha Baby

- A $100 Gift Card to 9 Months To Grow

- A set of Spongyfeet Burp Cloths of your color choice

- A Baby Bonkie Sherpa Swaddler Blanket from Yoka Showroom


I'm currently waiting to hear back from two people, so there may be more stuff added later.

Please only vote ONCE. And only one person per household. Read the rules first, it's all there.

Voting ends Feb 9 at 11:59 pm. Winners will be announced soon after.

Please vote here

Thank you and happy voting!



Tori's fans sending her gifts







According to TMZ, Tori Spelling's fans feel so bad for the actress that they are actually purchasing baby gifts off of her Petit Tresor registry and sending them to her. One saddened ex-90210 crazy even wrote her a note to go with their gift of breast milk storage containers, which read "Dear Tori, I felt so bad for you when I read that Tupperware was giving you your shower and not your mother, so here is a little something for your new bundle of joy!"

TMZ also reports that other A-list stars like Jennifer Garner, Heidi Klum, Katie Holmes and Britney Spears have also been registered with Petit Tresor, but never had any fans purchase items from their registry.

Let's just hope for these fans' sake that this registry is real (unlike some of those other people's) and their gifts are actually going to the real Tori.



Thursday, February 01, 2007

Inside P. Diddy's Nursery








You can take a look inside the nursery of Sean "P. Diddy" Combs and girlfriend Kim Porter on People's website and in their upcoming magazine. D'Lila Star and Jessie James are pictured above and on the website in theur nursery inside the couple's Alpine, N.J., home on Jan. 24. The nursery was designed by Ga Ga Designs and includes two French Ancestry Cherubini Cribs and matching seven-drawer dresser/changing tables, and a Stella Pink Chandelier. The rapper and his girlfriend were registered there and their gifts totaled well over $100,000.

There's also video of Diddy on People.com, talking about his lack of sleep and the new smell of poo in his house.

Besides the nursery pictures, you can also see Diddy in the delivery room and with the twins right after their birth.



Babystyle Spring







Babystyle has a ton of new things in for Spring, including a lot of new patterns for their newborn essentials line. If you're a no frills kind of person, they've got Cool Stripes for boys and Mini Dots for girls (pictured above) for one-pieces, pants, hats, bibs, etc. And if you're an animal lover, try their new Silly Snails for girls (yes, snails for girls!) and Fun Froggies for boys. Both feature a new style of hat as well as the introduction of their tank one-piece.

Also check out the new collection for older babies and a lot of new 2007 gear has been arriving daily.