Holiday Gift Idea : Wooden Toy Rainbow

Seriously how cool is this wooden toy rainbow? I love the concept of using it to not only just for play but to teach colors and arranging/sorting sizes.

I also love the idea of supporting a small business during the holidays by purchasing such unique gifts. This piece is so pretty I think I would be tempted to place it on a shelf as a decor piece! 

I found this wooden toy from ImaginationKids on Etsy. They make a ton of other amazing quality and super adorable wooden toys as well. Definitely worth checking out for your holiday shopping.

Zara Summer Sandal Picks...

These beauties need to be blogged. Zara has always been a go to for our little shoe collection. Not necessarily due to quality but due to pure materialistic beauty of their design. I mean look at these...these are for toddlers....I die.

These are aptly named 'Metallic Sandal' and retail for just under $30. They do run small so be sure to size up! Zaras sizing is really wacky but we go back for more and more due to once again that amazing design aspect. 

I have been drooling over these lemon and creme (as I like to call them) sandals since they released a while ago. I finally took the plunge and purchased them. They do not run as small as the metallic ones above. They also retail for just under $30 and are called Two Tone Sandal. These ones seem very comfortable and well made. Summer will tell.

You can find these and other beauties that may or may not find their way into our summer shoe collection this year here.

Spring Simplicity...

Quick, simple and spring ready...this look was a winner for Little Z but not so much potty training mommy. Rompers are too dang adorable but too dang hard at this stage.
Romper by H&M
Floral Headpiece by H&M
Gold Sparkle Jelly Flats by Old Navy.

Simple, affordable and perfect for spring.

OOTD: Floral on Floral

Todays OOTD consisted of a little floral on floral action. A small floral print on a loose light fabric always looks sweet on a little girl. Looks pretty good on us mommies too! hehe. Z's top is from H&M and her ponte knit pants are from Zara Baby. 

The floral flats with patent pink bows are from Happy Soda. 

For more toddler fashion/outfits/style find us on Instagram @ileakay .

To shop Baby Z's closet find us on Instagram @LittleTrendyCloset

Hope you all are having a wonderful day!

Trendy Tot Tuesday: T-Shirts and Maxi-Skirts!

Its Trendy Tot Tuesday over here again! Be sure to check out Table For Three to check out all the styling little cuties and to participate as well if you like!

Sometimes in a pinch we just throw random pieces together and they come out kind of cute!

Baby Z was enjoying her late afternoon stroll in a Zara t-shirt and flowy maxi skirt! The shoes are from Target.

Yes that is my shadow trying to capture moments!

One of the best things about having little ones is the constant reminder to stop and appreciate the little things in life...the unexpected beauty. Baby Z always stops to admire the little things.

XoXo!

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Trendy Tot Tuesday: Pinafores, Patents & Polka Dots!

Baby Z never tires of "her" park! And mommy never tires of over dressing her but why not....its fun and this age only lasts so long. I mean how much longer will she allow me to put her in dresses and tights almost daily??

Red Pinafore Dress is from Janie & Jack. Unfortunately it is no longer being sold! Similar style here.

White collared onsie is also Janie & Jack. Similar style here.

Polka Dotted tights and patent bow shows are ...oh goodness...Janie & Jack. Similar style here.

I hope you are all having an amazing day! If you are not already participating in Trendy Tot Tuesday then visit HERE to do so. =)

Check out more looks from Baby Z's closet:

Yellow Hunter Wellies

Little Birdie Cardigan

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Xoxo!

Irish Baby Boy Names...

Photo from  here.

In honor of Saint Patricks day being right around the corner, I thought it would be fun to do some Irish themed posts over the next week. Lets kick it off with some Irish baby boy names! I picked my top 5 irish baby boy names. What are yours?

1. Ardan 
   Pronounced as are+dawn. Comes from the word ardenach meaning high aspiration.

2. Lorcan
  Means silent or fierce.

3. Niall
  Prounounced as nye+al. Thought to mean passionate or vehement.

4. Quinlan
   A surname that is now used as a first name and means athletic or gentle shaped.

5. Ronan
   I couldn't find an exact meaning on this name but did learn it comes from an old legend about a seal.

Hope you all are having a lovely day! Girls names to come tomorrow. XoXo

~Saint Patricks Day 2013 Posts!~

Irish Baby Girl Names!

Trendy Tot Tuesday: Park Time!

I can't believe its already Tuesday again! The good thing is that means its time for Trendy Tot Tuesday again though! Im having a lot of fun seeing everyones blogs and am so glad I found out about this via Table For Three.

This past week the sun started bringing some warmth with it and it was amazing! We didn't have to bundle up too much for our daily park visits. I know anyone who is reading this and lives in a truly cold area is probably laughing at me since where I live in California it doesn't really get too cold. 

Baby Z's top and knickers are from Janie & Jack. They were purchased on sale as with EVERYTHING I purchase from Janie & Jack. Never pay full price as all their items go on sale. 

Ribbed knit tights are from Baby Gap. I love the color of them. I am always on the lookout for unique colored baby tights that are under $20!

Nude flats are from Baby Gap and I am adoring them! They are a fairly recent purchase and so worth it as I have a hard time finding simple shoes that are easy to pair with any outfit. These answer that problem! They are easily the best pair of shoes I have purchased for her.

Another blue sky, sunny day with Baby Z "guarding" her playground.

Top and pants are from H&M.

Shoes are from Baby Gap. These shoes will be making many appearances on this blog!

Hope you are all having a lovely day no matter where you are!

XoXo, Lily & Baby Z

Janie & Jack Kids Fashion Haul

I just posted a haul video of some Janie & Jack goodies! As usual I hit up their sales which are always happening. You really dont ever need to purchase anything at full price at Janie & Jack as it will always go on sale within a few weeks. =)

Trendy Tot Linkup

For todays Trendy Tot Linkup I wanted to post a few of my favorite pictures from this past month. I love the above pic of Baby Z holding on to her pet bunny. Dress is from Baby Gap last season and hat is from Janie & Jack.

I love the shorts with tights look! Add in a scarf and its unbearably adorable! Scarf and shorts and H&M. Shirt and boots are Zara. Tights are Circo from Target. Gorgeous scenery is Stinson Beach.

This photo is from a valentines photo shoot I did with Baby Z. Red knit beret is from Zara. Dress is from Etsy boutique The Jaded Boutique. Red lace bottom leggings are from The Childrens Place and Black Patent Bow mary janes are from Janie & Jack.

Lace dress is from Baby Zara. White tights are Circo by Target and purple ballet flats are by Baby Bloch.

XoXo,
Lily Kay and Baby Z

Photographing a Toddler: The Basics

Photographing my little toddler isn't an easy feat so I let nature take its course. I let her do things she enjoys..like getting to be naughty and stand on a park bench instead of sitting properly. I let her run, explore, search, dance...whatever her heart desires and then I just point and click.

Throw in some fun props that your toddler will enjoy. Baby Z LOVES ballons....so ballons it is.

Choose places that make for pretty or interesting backgrounds such as the park, a pond, your backyard...whatever you will enjoy seeing in your photographs. Play around with your lighting and focus and voila!

HopScotch...

Remember the days before computer games, Xbox games, Playstation games etc?? Kids were excited to buy Jacks, Sidewalk Chalk, Jumping ropes and the such? I want baby Z to be excited about those things. Sometimes simple is simply just better.

Turquoise scarf by H&M (last season).
Beautiful scenery by Stinson Beach, California.

XoXo.

Tiny Fashion: Little Yellow Jacket

Splurge!!

This luxurious yellow wool coat is one I had been drooling over since Janie and Jack released it about a month ago as part of their Classic Garden collection. However, Baby Z's size sold out unusually quickly given its almost $80 price tag. Its currently on sale though so check it out if you adore it as much as I do!

Steal!!

This yellow trench by Carters was a lucky find! Its not the same fabric or cut as the Janie and Jack twill coat but its just as equally cute! It also comes with a much more friendly price tag of $40 but is currently on sale for $26. You can bet I picked up this sunny yellow number as soon as my eyes spotted it!

XoXo.

Crewcuts Cute Dresses...

I recently discovered Crewcuts...and the adorable ladylike dresses they make for the little girls in your life. It was a 'ah' moment for sure. I may just have to test out Crewcuts and order a few pieces to see what their quality is like. If they are anything like their mother J. Crew, I am sure I will not be disappointed.

All pieces discovered here.

P.S. Sorry for the recent onslaught of annoyingly small photos. Blogger has suddenly decided I cannot post large pictures. This issue is being worked on and I hope to have it solved very soon!

XoXo.

The Duck Pond...

 Took Baby Z to the local duck pond/park today. Perfect way to spend a sunny February 1st.

 When it comes to photographing a 20 month old, its best to just let them do their thing. If they wander around, capture it. If they sit on a bench, if they run like crazy or even if they eat the bread you were supposed to be feeding the ducks...just capture it. Capturing the natural moments are some of my favorite photos to take.
Baby Z's top, pants and vest are all from H&M. Shoes are from Baby Gap.

No duck pond post would be complete with a picture dedicated solely to our web footed and bread hungry friends.

XoXo!

Sprinkling of Spring Photos...

So, the title of this blog post is a bit deceptive. This really isn't a sprinkling of spring photos but a sprinkling of wishing it was spring, photos. One can pretend though right?

Its not that Baby Z or I really mind the winter. We actually enjoy the crisp air and the mysteriousness of what weather each winter day has in store for us. Don't forget that with winter comes hot cocoa, sledding in snow or dancing with cold raindrops if you dare.

However, one can still wait in earnest for the breezy sunny days that spring brings. 

Cardigan, Blouse & Jeans all by H&M.

Rainboots (their is that waiting for spring detail) were purchased from Costco.

XoXo.

Baby Gap Peter Rabbit Collection

So Adorable...

Baby Gap recently launched a super sweet Peter Rabbit collection featuring some super soft and cozy baby pieces. When you get a chance check them out! The little boys items are especially precious!

Target Finds...

Some goodies picked up from Le Tarje or Target. Mainly baby goodies picked up today and mainly all much needed and necessary items. They have some major clearance going on right now so be sure to check out your local Target if you are needing any items.

Have you picked up any Target goodies as of late?

XoXo