Word on the Street: A Weekly Round-Up

Tell us, what’s in your bag? This blogger keeps a notebook, iPhone, scarf (us, too!) and our city flats in hers. [La Petite Peach]
Say yes to socks and tights. We’re really into that little extra layer of style. Try it with winter shorts like this blogger. [Sorelle in Style]
We’re feeling pants of style jealousy. We love how she took our men’s jacket and made it into a completely covetable vest! [The NYC Streets]
What do you buy the baby who already has everything? We’re talking about Beyonce’s Blue Ivy, of course. This blogger says our furry jacket is best! [Fader]
This ladylike look rocks! We adore that little bit of edge this blogger adds with our layered necklaces and skirt. [Sidewalk Ready]
Inside Peek: Kids + Baby Spring Photo Shoot
We love getting scooped on the latest shoots from our photo team. OK, that’s an understatement….we really love it. From the moment they start packing up the shoes, clothes, and props, we’re already anticipating their return. Visions of mini models posing, fans blowing, and cameras flashing dance in our heads—we want all the deets. This time around, the kids/baby shoot was all about bright color (those shoes!) and so-cool handmade papier-mâché props (hand over that giant fortune teller, please). Check out a few behind-the-scenes snaps. We dare you not to be as excited as we are!









DIY: First Faves with Jenny Pennywood
We asked Jen Garrido of Jenny Pennywood, local artist/textiles designer and mom to adorable one-year old Jemma, to give our First Favorites bodysuits a little personality with her creative talents. At her SF studio, we called dibs on a few of her pillows, pouches, and paintings and got all the details on how to make our classic white onesies (they’re sooo soft!) into miniature works of art. Learn how here and if you try it, send us pics, please!



Supplies:
Fabric Pain (Non-toxic and baby-safe, of course!)
Paint Brush




Step 1. Place the chipboard inside the bodysuit to avoid staining the back.
Step 2. Using your X-Acto knife and carving block, cut geometric shapes to use as stamps.
Step 3. Paint a thin layer of paint on your stamp and press down on your desired spot for three seconds.
Step 4. Start decorating! There are no rules. Stamp where ever you want and create your own unique design. Note: Feeling extra artsy? Use a carving tool to add lines and markings to your stamp.
Step 5: Let dry, machine wash inside-out and voila! A bodysuit all baby’s own.
Word on the Street: A Weekly Round-Up
We’re a little bit obsessed with our new oxfords—what’s your fave color? We can’t choose! [Nylon]
Inspired! We adore how this blogger gives our GapKids party dress a fresh vibe with casual denim layers. Also, she rocked it on NYE. Love that! [Sidewalk Ready]
Hello, yellow—we’re really into the kiddie version of this sunny trend. Style tip: Yellow and gray. So cute. [The Little Style File]
New blog crush! Love how she rocks head-to-toe neon with our stripey sweater. [312 Style de Vie]
Sneak Peek: Spring ’12 Moodboards
Even though everything’s gray and bleak around here (is winter in full force in your neighborhood, too?), we’re totally buzzing with thoughts of spring. Here’s a peek into the look and feel of our upcoming collections—sunshine, warmth, and easy-breezy days will be here before we know it!

For women, it’s all about deliriously unexpected color. We’re pairing richly hued tops with even brighter bottoms—think colorblocking taken to a whole new level. Also, clean, retro silhouettes à la My Week with Marilyn, with a very modern sensibility.

For men, our all-consuming obsession with color continues. Youthful, carefree-yet-refined looks with a nod to road trips and the open road. Get ready to pack those bags…

For kids, we’ve got three words for you: BOLD, FUN, and COLOR (are you seeing a trend here??). The coolest youngsters on the block are definitely dressing themselves—mixing & matching outfits their way, every day. Watch out, mom!

And finally, for our beloved baby collection, we’re focusing on those cherished, incredibly special first moments with a new little one. Sweet, lovely pieces evoking lots of whimsy and emotion.
Word on the Street: A Weekly Round-Up

Shopping buddies are a must-have and we love how Chelsea & her bf pull this denim look together with one of our fave tops. [Tea Talk]
Beach-bound for the 3-day weekend? We love these swimsuits for him & her. [New York Magazine]
There’s nothing like the little summer dress—we love how this one drapes just so. [Refinery29]
Mini-stylista Charlotte Prinze’s (yes, Freddie’s little one) look is coming up roses with our sweet little dolman T. [People]
Nothing says sunny days like a straw bag—ours has a chic metallic sheen, so we’re sporting it on warm nights out. [Stylebistro]
Inside Scoop: Baby Swim Shoot

Photo shoots. So glamorous, right? The hair, the makeup, the location…the models. That’s what we think too—but sometimes, we hear the models get a little restless. Whether they’re hungry, upset with their fellow beautiful people—or crying for their mommies, sometimes the best shots are when you least expect it. Just look at this moment captured at our summer baby swimwear shoot. Tell us, what do you think these cuties are so upset over?
Word on the Street: A Weekly Round-Up

Legging jeans, flats, and a drapey leather jacket—Ashley takes a few of our faves and creates an effortlessly cool look. [Life, Love, and The Pursuit of Shoes]
Pool Party! We have suit envy for this sweet baby girl two-piece too! [MomFinds]
Work means business—but that doesn’t always mean suits and ties. Now, there’s a place for denim, from nine to five. [Daily Candy]
Pretty little things for sunny days—we’re craving delicate blouses, like this one. [StyleList]
We’re so excited! First, our Style Collective friends styled our white jeans, and then they posted some adorable outtakes! [The Style Collective]
Is snake the new animal print? We’re into it and adding little accents here and there with our skinny belt. [WhoWhatWhere]
What to dress like Blair? Learn how—with our cuffed shorts. [Style/Stalk]
Blog Crush: The Style Collective

Three stylish women. Three amazing locales. One chic little blog. Lifelong friends, Sybil (Austraila), Leslie (NYC), and Laura (SoCal) write about all things visually fabulous and obsession worthy. And that includes their stylistas-in-training (yes, The Style Collective is officially a girl’s club!). So, we asked them to outfit their little ones in our white skinny jeans—undoubtedly summer’s hottest trend—and they created some pretty adorable ensembles.



Jaiden, 6 1/2 years.
Milla, 5 years.
Religion shirt. Gap skinny cropped jeans. Zara flats.

Lana, 2 1/2 years.
Stella McCartney Kids top. Gap mini skinnies. Saltwater sandals.

Sailor, 10 months.
Bonpoint top.
Gap mini skinnies. Jamie Rae hat. Baby Bloch ballet slippers.
Trends: Downsized
Scouring the fashion mags for the next trends to try? We are. What we’ve learned so far: The wide leg is back in a big way. Play with prints—all of them, and all at once. And what about kids? Well, they want to dress just like us.
The mini-me look for kids is sophisticated, cool—but still sweet. It’s everything you want, only smaller. Check out a few of our favorite picks. Which trends will you and yours play with?
1. Wide Leg 2. Oversized Plaid 3. Frills 4. Rockabilly 5. Colored Khaki
6. Lace 7. Ditsy Florals 8. Neon 9. Laceless Sneakers 10. Fedora









