I love having two yummy little boys, really I do. But it's times like this--when I hear that design icon Diane von Furstenberg is creating a girls-only collection for GapKids and babyGap--that I get a little envious of moms with daughter…
We have reached the maximum level of licensed- character and logo tees in our household. Granted, the number is not all that high--our kids are lots of things, but "miniature billboards" doesn't exactly top the list--but still. We are at…
Chevron stripes have been one of the hottest design trends and far less polarizing than the moustache. Chevrons are literally on every available surface, and I'm still in no mood to give them up--they just make everything look so fun and…
When dressing my daughter, I am constantly looking for unique clothing. Something that the entire pre-school isn't wearing. It can be a hard task, especially when living in middle America, where large department stores are our best frien…
Another members-only flash sale site, you ask? Well, yes. But this one's got an awesome charity aspect to it, plus the kinds of kids' brands for up to 70% off , that we'd happily buy at full price. The new flash sale site, Treehouse Tyke…
We mention this only because our monthly subscriber-only giveaway will land two lucky Cool Mom Picks subscribers with a $250 gift certificate to Red 21 Boys, one of our all-time favorites for stylish, durable boy clothes that are priced …
I know you've heard that old complaint about how boring it is to dress a boy. I hear it all the time, and I think it's nonsense . Sure, I can't dress my sons in adorable outfits that I wish I could steal for myself; let's say we have dif…
While we've had baby shower gifts on the brain this week, we haven't forgotten our bigger kids--and neither has one of our favorite brands, Appaman, which just launched their hot new spring/summer line. Fans of the '80s? You're going to …
Well okay, we can talk about it. But for those of us not old enough to talk, we can proclaim our affiliation with these new Junior Daredevil Stroller Club onesies. If your darling bundle of joy is a reincarnation of Evel Kneivel, we've f…
D o dresses with dinosaurs on them exist? - CMP reader @homawoodrum As popular as dinosaurs are with boys, dino dresses seem like an endangered species. Fortunately, they're not quite extinct! We've tracked down some cute togs that will …
When my kids were little, I was constantly on the lookout for cool kids tees--something a little different. If you've got a thing for rock-inspired tees for your toddler, I've got the answer: Little Trendstar . The shirts are clever with…
Once upon a time, we fell in love with a pink t-shirt of a princess riding a T-Rex. Guess what? Now she's riding a hog. Forget bad to the bone--she's bad to the bow . (Because her pigtails have bows, of course.) Our pals at Jusami have s…
I believe in the essential power of reading--my kids have the stuffed bookcases to prove it. But not every kid does. So I love the idea of this website that lets you buy an amazingly cute, supersoft, combed-cotton T-shirt to get more boo…
It is a sad moment when I put a barely worn outfit on one of my kids and realize they've outgrown it before they've even had a chance to spill something on it. But now the smart people at online clothes-swapping site thredUP have come ou…
I like me a good sale, especially on kids' clothes. And there's something about the words 60% OFF that force me to click, especially when it's from one of my favorite, durable, stylish kids labels, Polarn O. Pyret. The Polarn O. Pyret fa…
When I go shopping for my nieces, I often find myself wishing I could just shrink my own wardrobe for them. There are so many brands out there that feel it's necessary to splash sequins all over their duds or plaster them with silly litt…
I often get stuck in a rut when it comes to buying clothes for my kids. I automatically order their jeans and sweaters from big name chains and then am continually disappointed about the fit or the fact that a hole appears after only a c…
Finding beautiful girls' clothes may be one of our favorite jobs at Cool Mom Picks. This year there were no shortage of great picks from small indie designers; and even some bigger brands we like got into the action. Tutu Du Monde Liz: T…
We found so many cool boys' clothes this year, it may be the first year we've given boys' clothes their own category! Enjoy some of these awesome editors' picks, putting to rest the notion that only girls get the good shopping. Red 21 Bo…
Boy, baby clothes have come a long way from when your choices were pink onesies, blue onesies, or yellow onesies for "surprise" babies. Here, just a few of our favorite fabulous baby clothes picks of the year. Lucky babies. Fore!! Axel +…
Boys need accessories. It really takes their outfits to another level. The trick is one or two key pieces that emphasize fun, comfort, and flavor. That's why I am just loving Little Z Kids green puff vest. If you don't know Little Z Kids…
I admit it: I'm a fan of pretty much every one of those daily-deals sites. Hand me an exclusive membership to sweet deals on designer merch and I get a little thrill. And this new site totally supersizes that thrill in the coolest way po…
We've adored the gorgeous baby and kids luxury brand Jacadi since we first discovered them at our own baby showers (thanks to some very generous friends!). The name conjures up what you might imagine from any top-of-the-line French cloth…
In a field of ironic, cynical tees for kids ( homework sucks, anyone?) I was kind of glad to stumble across this one. Reading simply Today Is the Best Day Ever in big bold type of the FRANKIE SAYS RELAX variety, I could totally see an ol…