short and sweet

Gap Toddler Boys Knit Striped Shorts $14.95

Just a little bit in love with these striped knit shorts for little boys from Gap Kids. There is no excuse for him looking like a Jersey Shore extra at gymnastics in those ridiculous two piece track suits. Even Pauly D has a tough time pulling that one off. Instead he shall look both chic and soigné. Whether he ever achieves a somersault is not, in fact, important. It's looking good while he attempts it that counts. N'est ce pas?

street smart

Currently and randomly obsessed with finding myself a fun pair of harem pants to wear with heels and thus far, have come up harem-less. Of course, however, there are a bunch of fun versions out for kids. This is a fun street look I know she could rock (and not look like MC Hammer), especially with a pair of black Converse or some fun gladiator sandals. If I can't then someone must!

H&M Straw Fedora $12.95

H&M Panda Tank $6.95

H&M Harem Pant $14.95 (Girls 8-14 years)

armani junior x free the children + holt renfrew = delightful

On 2 at Holt Renfrew Bloor Street (conveniently close to the shoes)

I am accustomed to Holt Renfrew Bloor Street being a veritable hive of activity. What I am not used to is being taken out at the knees in the shoe department (unless someone is feeling a special conviction to acquire the last pair of size 8 Jimmy Choos - true story). In this case, there seemed to me to be an unusual amount of the under 3 foot set in the store today - no doubt taking advantage of a certain exciting promotion- before heading to the cafe for a brunch tartine, hold the rose.

Armani Junior and Free The Children were in the spotlight today at an event hosted by Holt Renfrew's own Director of Brand Strategy Alexandra Weston, launching the new Limited Edition Armani Junior baby blanket. Proceeds from the blankets go towards supporting Masai mothers and their babies in a Free The Children community providing necessary healthcare, clean water and support for the first year of life. 

While I wasn't able to stay for the actual launch fete, the event was still attended by Free The Children co-founder Marc Kielburger and Me to We co-CEO Roxanne Joyal, as well as special guests from Kenya - Masaai mamas, and Artisans. I am sure that even in my absence, it was a raging success. And I am still regretful about missing my brunch tartine!

Armani Junior Limited Edition Baby Blanket $50 with proceeds supporting  Masai community mothers & babies through Free The Children

i caved

Adidas Hardcourt Mid Available at Foot Locker $79.99

She's never exactly been shy, but lately she is becoming ever so much more assertive in her choice of wardrobe. There have  a few interesting tone on tone neon pink combos that the Beckerman Biteplate gals would totes approve of (but that gave me a mild migraine), I have to say I am liking where she's going with it. A recent running shoe expedition resulted in the above. Maybe I need to let her have a little more say? And yes, these are part of the BOGO (if you don't know what a BOGO is yet, then you need more help than I can offer, so click here to a hilarious site called Let Me Google That For You). 

just like mom

If the shoes fits...

We all remember our first pair. Mine were teal. I coveted them for weeks. Months maybe. Did a lot of chores for those Tretorn Nylites from Lady's A Champ. Hers are pink, and I think actually still cost the same if that's possible but here's a little secret I will let you in on - If you act quickly, our friends at Lands' End are running a sweet little promotion that gives you 40% off on all regularly priced items. Plus free shipping on orders over $50. For a limited time. So act swiftly! 

Tretorn Nylites Lands' End (Several colours. Sizes appear a little limited but anywhere from a Toddler 9 thru Big Girl 6) $27.99 - $50.00