Posts Tagged ‘layette’

All the “Diva Baby” tees are going into the re-gifting pile, thank you very much. You’re looking for soft, sweet and simple for your diapered un-diva.

Sama Baby, a cuddly collection produced in India using organic cotton and Earth-friendly dyes. Sama, an ancient Sanskrit word meaning balance, calmness and serenity, accurately describes the calm and eco-oriented onesies, gowns, blankets and bibs ornamented with an elephant or cloud. Options for boys or girls, in classic blue or pink, carry through the eco-lifestyle look.

Om.

Available at samababy.com.

Your teeny tiny infant needs extra special care — and extra special clothes.

Zutano’s popular Itzy Bitzy line of newborn and preemie clothing is now available online. Available in two sizes, for 4-8lb. and 9-13lb. babies, the collection (gowns, long-sleeve wrap bodysuits, dresses, kimono tops) features the brand’s signature bright colors and outspoken graphics on styles specially designed to fit brand new babes. Mix and match the prints, and help your little one grow in style.

Soon she’ll be too big to let you dress her.

Available online at zutano.com.

When it comes to layette, you stick to the basics — one in each color.

Check out the simple selection of newborn essentials at Pure and Little, an online eco-friendly baby boutique. Coveralls, bodysuits and tees in pretty spring colors, from brands like Under the Nile, Kate Quinn Organics and Egg baby by Susan Lazar, will ease the 12-times-a-day outfit change. Besides an assortment of green clothing and accessories for babies and toddlers, the site offers a registry and gift-wrap service (packaged in recycled materials, of course) to simplify stocking up.

Visit pureandlittle.com.

Some shoppers have the strategy to invest in one beautifully made cashmere sweater that will last for years. Now, apply that theory to your beautiful new babe.

PaigeLauren Baby is a throwback to classic layette. Simple and elegant crawlers, rompers, hoodies, pants and tees in rich colors like white and rose make for luxe basics. This sophisticated line, marked by lush French terry and timeless silhouettes, is designed by a Parsons grad and manufactured in Los Angeles.

This is one cap and blankie that may just stick around for the next baby — or the next generation.

Available at paigelaurenbaby.com.

Your friends have shared their must-haves, and the salesperson at your local megastore gave you a checklist. Still, with all the choices out there you have no idea where to begin when it comes to buying baby gear.

Look no further: Giggle’s new Guide to Baby Gear gives the 411 on everything you need for a newborn, infant and toddler, from carriers and cribs to sun protection and smoke detectors. Written by founder Ali Wing, the guidebook offers the easy-to-follow and fun-to-read advice that’s made this hip baby shop a favorite resource.

The choice is yours.

Available at giggle.com.

Even some of the layette marked “newborn” is too big for an infant’s teeny tummy, hands and feet.

Keep his little head warm with The Wee Hat, made to fit a new baby’s noggin. The cotton design has no seams or scratchy tags, ideal for babies up to 2 months. Whether it’s for his first ride home from the hospital or a summer trip to chillier climes, his warm head will thank you for the extra layer of comfort.

Now about that “Future CEO” T-shirt that’s five sizes too big…

Available at wee-baby.com.

Sister Parish would be proud of your prints prowess, from the chinoiserie in the guest bath to the Pucci on your headscarf.

Prints are all the rage in Ittikid, a collection of children’s clothes imported from Denmark and Sweden. Started by a Danish-born designer based in NoCal, the site features a smattering of utterly charming duds bedecked with cows, cars, curly-tail cats and circus creatures. Surely no one else in the ‘hood will have these leggings and long-sleeved tees dreamed up by unusual brands overseas.

At least, not yet.

Available at ittikid.com.