Wednesday, October 31, 2007

Russell Crowe upgrades






Actor Russell Crowe, his wife, Danielle Spencer, and their two children, Charlie and Tennyson, were seen out and about in West Hollywood yesterday. Looks like Russell has upgraded his Mountain Buggy finally, after 3 years. Both boys rode in the plush Mountain Buggy Urban Elite stroller in black.



Xtina at Nomi






What were you doing the day before Halloween? If you were Christina Aguilera and husband Jordan Bratman, you were shopping at the NoMi baby boutique in Los Angeles. The couple was spotted checking out cribs, toys, books and more and photographing baby items they liked with a red digital camera.

More pictures at Just Jared.



Tuesday, October 30, 2007

Leni wears Janie & Jack






Celebrity Babylon found super mom Heidi Klum picking up her adorable 3-year old daughter Leni from a playdate earlier today. Leni wears Janie & Jack's Hand-Smocked Velveteen Trim Silk Dress.



Naomi drives a Graco yet again






Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber took their baby son, Alexander, for a walk this week in Berlin. I REALLY want her to play Narcissa Malfoy! No news yet though :(

Naomi pushes a Graco Snugrider stroller with a Graco Snugride Metropolitan carseat on top.



Monday, October 29, 2007

Baby Spice drives a Pliko






Spice Girl Emma Bunton, aka Baby Spice, her boyfriend Jade Jones and son baby Beau Lee Jones all arrived at London's Heathrow Airport on Monday, heading out to Los Angeles. Emma pushed baby Beau in a Mamas and Papas Pliko in Cosmos and a Mamas and Papas Primo Viaggio City Scape.

Just Jared has more pictures.



Angelina Jolie at KB Toys






Angelina Jolei and son Maddox were seen shopping at KB Toys in Beverly Hills on Sunday afternoon, buying a huge amount of toys. Toy purchases include a Warrior Playset, a Rapid Fire Dart Blaster and Pop Rocks candy.

Just Jared has more pictures.



Sunday, October 28, 2007

SweetPeace coming to BRU






Babies R Us now has the Graco SweetPeace Newborn Soothing Center available for pre-order online. The site says that it will be officially released on 12/15/07. As you may recall, we reported on the SweetPeace back in September after it was introduced at the ABC Kids Expo.



Saturday, October 27, 2007

Bare Babies gets in new Baby Joggers, Inglesinas






Online store Bare Babies is starting to get in some 2008 gear lines. They have the 2008 Baby Jogger Mini up now in every color, as well as Inglesina's 2008 Zippy and Trip strollers.



Suri-Hunt 2007 Update - Jeans Found






That Dog the Bounty Hunter is really something. After only a few days on the job, he managed to track down Suri's jeans. They are J Brand Jeans in Cloud and you can get them at La La Ling.



Friday, October 26, 2007

The Quinny Zapp & The Maxi Cosi Mico







Another product review that we conducted this week was that of the Quinny Zapp stroller & the Maxi Cosi Mico carseat (aka the Cabrio in Europe). As you know, Maxi Cosi/Quinny made their USA debut this year, introducing the Quinny Buzz and Zapp strollers as well as the Maxi Cosi Mico, Priori, and Rodi carseats.

And after seeing them up close for the first time, I can now fully understand what all the buzz was about in Europe. First of all, the beautiful colors and patterns! They are beautiful, especially and person. The fabric is so soft, the ample padding on the Mico is great for baby's head.

Another great feature of the Mico is the audible snap so that know the buckles are locked and engaged into place. The 5-point harness also has an up-front harness adjustment, making it easier to get the right on the baby. We felt that it was one of the nicest harnesses we've seen on a carseat.

The Mico is also made with Energy absorbing EPP foam, the same thing put in bicycle helmets. This is a great feature made to protect your baby's head, especially in serious crashes. Right now I believe only Maxi Cosi seats and the Gracos have this.

The canopy is also great, as it has see-thru sides so your baby can see out and not have to look at the hood the whole time. And the handle rocks! It slants back near the top, so you can get your baby in and out without having to keep readjusting it.

And now for the Zapp. It is so lightweight! We loved how compact it was, folding up so tiny and yet it has a lot of features of a bigger stroller. It can hold the Mico carseat and it was so sturdy, rather alone or used with the carseat. And it turns great, most of the time with only one hand! It's wheels are spectacular, and it has lockable front wheels can that rotate 360.

The Zapp also comes with a ton of cool items that most strollers sell separately. Included with the Zapp are a sun canopy, a rainshield, a travel bag, and adapters for use with the Mico.

Overall we LOVED this travel system and we are so glad Maxi Cosi/Quinny decided to come to our country!



The Medela Swing Breastpump






We recently received The Swing breastpump from Medela and had it reviewed by a new mom that's a friend of this site. Here's what she told us:

"I have been using the Swing Pump for more than a month now and I cannot believe how powerful and convenient it is. The most important thing to me is how easy it is to take with you compared to the larger pumps I had. It has been so easy to take from work to home and back again, and to clean, etc. It fits right into my purse. The smaller size also works great when I need to pump on the go, especially in the car.

In addition to the compact size, it is really powerful and pumps really well. It has a letdown button that allows for greater and quicker pumping. In short, it is great! I wish I would have had it for my other two babies."



Another Christina Aguilera Pic






This is another picture of Christina Aguilera shopping at Bel Bambini yesterday. She left the store with only a copy of her registry, so maybe she was either adding gifts or needed to know what she didn't get yet.



Thursday, October 25, 2007

Milla's nursery






Milla Jovovich has posted this picture of her baby's nursery on her offical website in her latest blog entry. The wardrobe is a white Bellini armoire from their Robin series. Inside we have Baby Star's Pink/Green Lavish Blanket, green and pink bow baskets by Badger Basket Company, Snuggle Me Blankie Bunny Buddy, 2 MiniMink Rug Blankets in chocolat and beige, Snow Bunny Buddy Blanket, Pink Bunny Buddy, Frog Flipper Slippers, Littlebit's "Lulla Bunny Bye" Binkie, Jack the Rabbit, Littlebit's "Sweet Buns" Bunny, Jellycat's Bunglie Bunny, Kashwere's Monkey, Bunny, Dog, and Duck Kreature blankies, Sweeter's pink bunny blanket, Barefoot Dreams Dog Barefoot Buddy, My Blankee White Fuzzy Blasnket, Pink Baby Wagon, and a few more things that I couldn't find because I'm too tired.

Her due date is Nov 4th.



Zutano updates e-boutique






Zutano has just updated their beautiful e-boutique with the latest and greatest for fall baby and toddler fashion.

Rich Bordeaux French rib fabric, soft woven plaid and a trio of fashionable bunnies join the line this month. Browse their range of comfortable/casual to homespun elegant, punctuated with an array of new styles and colors! With the holidays on the way, you'll find gifts for every little girl and boy on your list!



Xtina shops again!






Christina Aguilera went baby shopping again last night, this time heading to West Hollywood store Bel Bambini. Xtina has been there many times, and actually has a baby registry set up there.



Wednesday, October 24, 2007

Christina Aguilera at the Juvenile Shop






Xtina and husband Jordan Bratman were seen leaving the Juvenile Shop on Tuesday night. This was the couple's second time at the Sherman Oaks baby boutique. They exited out the back door after hours.

X17 has more pictures.



Gwen buys Tea






Gwen Stefani continued her shopping spree across SoHo yesterday, purchasing Tea's Andes Hooded Zip Sweater in Rice. Any idea what store she is in?



Tuesday, October 23, 2007

Kingston shops






Gwen Stefani and son Kingston were seen shopping in the SoHo neighborhood of New York City earlier today, stopping by kid's store Trico Field. Trico Field is a Japanese company which offers grown-up clothes in kiddie sizes. They have stores in both NYC and Los Angeles.

More pictures at JustJared.



Get 15% off Storksak






Today on the View, Elizabeth spoke about must haves for moms to be. One of those things mentioned was the Storksak's Emily and Gigi diaper bags. As a special treat for our readers, 9 Months To Grow, the fabulous Springfield, MO maternity shop with a huge online store, is offering 15% off your purchase of a Storksake diaper bag.

Coupon code is bc15.



Brooke shops at Crew Cuts






Brooke Sheilds and daughter Rowan were spotted leaving New York City's Crew Cuts store in SoHo. Crew Cuts is the children's department of J.Crew, selling clothing for boys and girls from ages 2 to 10.

*Update* Rown is wearing Flora & Henri's Liberty paisley tunic.

Celebutopia has more pictures.



Suri-Hunt 2007 Update - Jumper Found






Suri's jumper has been found! It's Armani Junior and it's sold at Village Kids in the UK for 120 pounds which is around $240.

I'm still on the hunt for the rest. Dog has been called, and we have posters up.



Suri-Hunt 2007 - Update




Well it's 1:15 am and I'm still on the lookout for Suri's NYC clothing. No luck yet. We're now 12 hours in. If all else fails by tomorrow, I'm calling in Dog the Bounty Hunter and sending him Madison Ave.

If ANYONE out there knows what Suri was wearing in New York last week (red coat, ivory coat, cream top, grey jeans, grey shoes, etc.), please for the love of all things baby, EMAIL ME! I'm sure you'd like to see a picture of what I'm talking about but stupid Blogger (there, I said it) decided to break down tonight (again!) and not allow pictures to be posted.

Just go over to JustJared.com and type in Suri. You'll see it.



Monday, October 22, 2007

Why no posts today? Blame Suri




Yes, that Suri. I have spent all day trying to find her clothing for this site as well as another publication. I'm hot on the trail of what she was wearing in NYC these past few days. If anyone knows, please email me. I'm talking about the red coat, ivory coat, silver shoes, frilly cream blouse, grey jumper, grey jeans, etc.



Sunday, October 21, 2007

Kingston's Blanket






I've been getting quite a few emails about this personalized blanket that Kingston was seen out and about with. It's not easy to find! But it's called the Ultimate Puppy Blanket and I can only find it at GoToBaby in New York City.



David wears D&G






Little David Banda/Ritchie accompanied his soon-to-be-mom and siblings, Madonna, Lourdes and Rocco, for a night out. David wears Dolce and Gabbana's Boys Pale White Spring Leather Jacket and Boys White Cotton Cargo Capri Trousers.

X17 has more pictures.



Tori drives an Xplory!






It rhymes!

Tori Spelling and husband Dean McDermott took baby Liam to Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch in Hollywood yesterday for his first Halloween pumpkin! Tori pushed her little prince in a green Stokke Xplory, complete with matching diaper bag.

More pictures at Splash.



Saturday, October 20, 2007

Melissa Joan Hart shops at Flicka






Actress Melissa Joan Hart and her son Mason were snapped leaving Los Angeles boutique, Flicka, earlier today. Flicka, which doesn't have a website, is a children's store in Larchmont Village that sells upscale infant and and kid's clothing.



Friday, October 19, 2007

Mon Petit






We here at Baby Chic 101 would like to welcome our newest advertiser, Mon Petit. They are a children's retail store in Brooklyn, NY and they also have an awesome online store. They carry great brands lik Marie Chantal, Baby Graziella, Catamini, Charabia, Monnalisa, La Perla, Aletta, Miss Grant, and many more.

Right now, they are having a sale, for both Summer and Winter clothes. Plus, as an added bonus for this site, you can take 10% off your first order and get free shipping on orders over $150. Just enter code 101FREE.



Elisabeth Hasselbeck and Grace






Elisabeth Hasselbeck and daughter Grace were seen out and about in New York City earlier today. Elisabeth is currently on maternity leave from The View.

Grace rides in a 2006 Maclaren Volo in Salmon.



Thursday, October 18, 2007

J.Lo & Marc Go Shopping For Baby






Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony visited Petit Tresor, the baby boutique to the stars, Wednesday afternoon to iron out nursery design details, a source tells OK Magazine. And the two spared no expense, dropping more than $50,000 on supplies! Wow. That costs more than my car!

"Petit Tresor will be designing their baby nursery and the theme is nursery rhymes," the source says.

Marc and J.Lo spent two hours picking out the perfect baby necessities and accessories, most of which will be custom-made, including the cribs, changing tables and armoires. "There will also be custom-painted murals on the walls," the source adds.

The couple is apparently expecting twins, but because they have yet to find out the sexes, they've chosen both boy and girl items, which will be interchangeable and the design for the nursery will be finalized when they do know the genders of both.

Also on the registry are strollers, a complete layette, blankets a handful of toys, and these Lulla Smith Moses Baskets.



Sarah Gilbert and daughter Sawyer






Actress Sarah Gilbert was spotted at a pumpkin patch in Los Angeles yesterday, along with her infant daughter, Sawyer. Sarah carried her baby in a Heather Gray Baby K’tan Baby Carrier (small correction).



Mary-Louise Parker and kids







Mary-Louise Parker and her son William and daughter Ash were seen out in New York City earlier this week, accompanied by a nanny. The kids took turns riding in a black Phil & Ted E3 Double Stroller.



Wednesday, October 17, 2007

Vanessa Trump at Bonpoint







Vanessa Trump and her daughter Kai attended the grand opening of Bonpoint on Bleecker Street in the West Village last month. This is the first time I have seen pictures of the event. Other famous moms who came included Christy Turlington and Annie Leibovitz. The event benefiting Free Arts NYC.

Kai wore an off-white Bonpoint outfit and blanket, and pink Trumpette Mary Jane Socks.



Diddy shops at Kitson Kids






This picture of Sean "Diddy" Combs and his girlfriend Kim Porter is from a few weeks ago. It was when they went shopping with their twin girls, but I couldn't figure out what kid's store they were in. Turns out they were at West Hollywood boutique, Kitson Kids.



Tuesday, October 16, 2007

Halle shops at Nomi






Actress Halle Berry set up a baby registry this week at LA boutique, Nomi. Among the items the environmentally-conscious mom picked out was a Litto Kids Crib.



Xtina shops again at Kitson Kids






People Magazine is reporting that Christina Aguilera stopped by Kitson Kids yet again this week, purchasing a Not Rational Red Patent Hansel Diaper Bag and a Yoshi Kids Jacket, which is actually now sold out due to popular demand.



Monday, October 15, 2007

Ben drives a Baby Jogger






Violet has SO many strollers.

Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck took their little girl out to Central Park in NYC earlier today to play on the playground there. Ben pushed Violet in a black City Series Baby Jogger.

Just Jared has a ton more pictures.



Sunday, October 14, 2007

DwellBaby in the UK






DwellBaby has hit the UK. The famous modern bedding company has remodeled their crib sets to meet European standards (notice the half bumper) and will be hitting stores next month, along with all their matching accessories. Look for it at Baby Concierge.



Salma's baby gifts






Life & Style reports that Salma Hayek has been receiving lots of neat gifts for new baby Valentina Paloma. Among her favorites were this pink and red Petit Bateau Dress and a Bunglie Bunny from Jellycat. Friends bought them for her at Milk Shop.



Saturday, October 13, 2007

Milla's baby shower






Actress Milla Jovovich is attending at her baby shower today, which is taking palce as we speak in Los Angeles. Milla registered at celebrity-favorite boutique, Petit Tresor, for the event. You can view there registry right here. Lots of stuff has already been bought off it, so it looks like she's in for a ton of gifts.



Usher shops in Miami






Singer Usher and his wife Tameka spent the morning today shopping for kids clothes at the trendy MiniOxygene boutique in Miami. MiniOxygene is the kids store for the upscale shop, Oxygene.

Anyone know if they have a website?

Splash News has more pictures.



Friday, October 12, 2007

Madonna drives a Bugaboo






Well her nanny does anyhow. Madonna's son, David Banda, headed out in his navy Bugaboo Frog on the Upper West Side of Manhattan on Friday afternoon. He was with his nanny and a Thomas the Tank Engine bookbag.

Just Jared has more pictures.



First Celeb iCandy Spotting






English actor Bruno Langley was seen out and about with son Freddie and partner Victoria in Manchester this week. Freddie was carried by dad in a red and black Baby Bjorn Active Carrier, while mom pushed a black iCandy Apple stroller. This is the first celeb sighting I have seen with iCandy.



Thursday, October 11, 2007

XTina shops again






Christina Aguilera was spotted buying baby items at Los Angeles baby store, The Juvenile Shop, yesterday. No word yet on what she bought or rather or not she made yet a third baby registry.



Kingston's gold stroller reappears






Gwen Stefani and son Kingston went for a stroll in Stockholm, Sweden on Thursday together. Kingston's golden Mamas & Papas Ziko stroller made another appearance after a long absence. Only 10 golden Zikos were made, all sold at UK depaermtne tsore Selfridges. Diddy has two of them for his twin girls.

Just Jared has more photos.



Camilla's granddaughter appears!







Camilla Parker Bowles's son Tom was seen out and about with his wife Sara and new daughter Lola in London this week. Lola, the first grandchild of Camilla, rode in a Maxi Cosi Cabrio in Skydive fabric.



Wednesday, October 10, 2007

Christina's baby registry?






Christina Aguilera, as we reported yesterday, stopped by West Hollywood boutique Petit Tresor. While there, according to sources, she set up a baby registry for her upcoming shower. We believe that this is it. But there is no way to be sure.



Tuesday, October 09, 2007

Halle at Petit Tresor






People Magazine is reporting that Halle Berry spent over an hour shopping at Petit Tresor last week.

The actress and her boyfriend, Gabriel Aubry, picked out gender-neutral items including a fairy tale theme for the nursery that would consist of custom painted murals and custom matching furniture and bedding. They also a Kaloo Activity Book, a Chime Bell Ball, a cashmere Alvin & Sparky puppy and a Lily Binkie blanket.

Halle also got two diaper bags for herself, a bigger black and white Mia Bossi one and a smaller white leather one by Fleurville.



Celebs shop at Petit Tresor







Today was a crazy day of shopping at Petit Tresor in West Hollywood, with three celebrities and even more papparazzi. Christina Aguilera, Paris Hilton and Jennifer Garner (not pictured) all stopped by to do some shopping. More on this later.