Mother Nature's Palate: Colours of Spring from Charlotte sy Dimby

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Our current state of exploration is in sync with the heartbeat of spring as the girls jaunt along, ready for every adventure, enwreathed in pleasant colours that compliment a setting budding with new life. In favour of mother nature’s palate, we experience a deeper connection to her magic. Between the sands of time, I relish in these rather simple moments which I’ve come to understand, pass far too quickly.

My futile attempts to capture the exquisite handiwork of Charlotte sy Dimby has led us to adventure forth in a spirit inspired by a mutual aesthetic for classic silhouettes and angelic fabrics. We cherish this beloved Parisian childrenswear brand, with whom, we’ve shared countless memories and hope of creating more. Along rue Notre Dame des Champs in the 6th Arrondissement of Paris lives L’Île aux Fées, an un-rivalled boutique carrying the fanciful creations of Charlotte sy Dimby. The beautiful souls who bring these creations to life are among some of our favourite people. Regard for magical childhood moments filled with imagination and simple wanderings is a shared thread that binds our two worlds in harmony.

The hues of spring are bestowed upon me as I jaunt along with the girls, capturing personalities budding with their own brilliance and colour. In my mind’s eye, precious moments of our existence have been archived in perpetuity with pieces that paint our world and compliment our days.

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Mother Nature’s Palate Clothing Credits:

Elise and Mila’s dresses by Charlotte sy Dimby.  View the collection here.

Elise and Mila’s bows: Eva’s House

I Am Brave

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A few short weeks shy of ski season’s end, Elise suffered an unfortunate fall and a broken leg. While we weren’t able to reach her for an hour, she was supported by outstanding individuals on the mountain who came together like family for this brave girl. As I approached her laying on a rescue sledge, time stood still for me at that moment. I witnessed my little girl putting her trust in the ski patrol and coaches as they stroked her hands and discussed the attributes of Disney princesses like fine wine. Like a sponge, she borrowed on the strength and wisdom of others. Through the physical pain and emotional turmoil that followed, her repose was a blanket of calm that eased us all.

In time, we learned a new routine and managed all the joys that come with having a full-leg cast. And while this period is relatively short-lived, her experience has been rewarding in its own right. Friends have selflessly given up recess to spend a quiet moment reading with Elise. Her heart dances with every kind gesture and friendly check-in. As the old adage “what comes around, goes around,” she’s found a common language with others in need of helping hands or a simple hug.  She’s embraced a wardrobe of culottes and fanny packs while navigating the world in a wheelchair.  But what amazes me more, is something I don’t observe. Her psyche is completely void of self-pity but filled with gratitude and courage.

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I Am Brave Clothing Credits:

Vintage 1930's dress from Mary Beth Hale

Traditional Croatian floral headdress from Ethnicdress

A Rite of Spring with Chotto Golpo

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Lost in a world far from the dredges of an unforgiving New England winter, a restorative sojourn was a welcome reminder that spring’s rite of passage is within reach on our own shores. With wild abandon, we dance along a path of tangled tree roots to the calming rush of palm fronds. Finding ourselves in the company of lizards and bird-like insects, untethered we roam with the full intention of losing all inhibition along the way.

The girls wear rich handwoven textiles from childrenswear brand Chotto Golpo and their adventures ensue with a nod to warmer days ahead.

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Nary a moment passes before their feet take on the lightness of Chotto Golpo’s handwoven Bengal Jamadi fabrics that move with elegance and fluidity. The brand’s spring collection strikes the perfect balance between vintage-inspired styling and modern-day ease of wear. The handwoven nature of these fabrics makes for delightfully soft textures in hues of saffron, crimson and indigo.

With a few short weeks until the official mark of spring, thankfully our winter coat wearing days are numbered and soon we’ll be floating through our own city streets in the beautiful designs of Chotto Golpo.

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A Rite of Spring Clothing Credits:

Elise and Mila’s dresses: Chotto Golpo.  Click here to view the collection.

A New Year in Bloom with Maman et Moi

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With fresh faces, we greet the world to celebrate its annual trip around the sun. This passage of time is but a day in our lives yet we pause for a moment to reminisce on much more than that. The girls and I piece together favourite memories from our year and reflect quietly on our woes. Our annual cleanse drives us forward with a hopeful spirit and a list of goals that feel both attainable and exciting. Refreshed energy has us reaching for the perfect accoutrement in this marvellous moment, and we welcome 2019 with a taste of fancy from American clothing brand, Maman & Moi.

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Daydreams abound as we look ahead to another year of adventures and friendships, beauty and growth. And while we may not yet know the culmination of our fantasies, we’re eager to begin anew in the lovely Charlotte dress from Maman et Moi. As with many of the timeless styles from this speciality brand of childrenswear, the possibilities for wear are as varied as our days. From ringing in a New Year to a dinner date with Daddy, our 2019 diary is budding with perfectly styled fun to be had.

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A New Year in Bloom Clothing Credits:

Elise and Mila’s dresses: Maman et Moi. View the Maman et Moi website here.

Elise and Mila’s hair accessories: Eva’s House

Timeless Beauties: Captivated by Twinkle and Me

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There are few things we enjoy more than an afternoon rendezvous to explore the history of our area.  A Victorian mansion once alive with grandiose parties and opulent decor is ours to peruse on this fine day.  A child’s imagination opens my eyes to the fun that surely was had over a century ago.  Set atop a hill, with its own natural rock formation playscape, our afternoon escape was a pleasant treat for all.

Elise and Mila waft through the halls of our Victorian adventure in timeless creations from British handmade clothing brandTwinkle & Me.  This beautiful line of childrenswear was inspired by a very special relationship between an Auntie and her niece.  Custom creations were made for the little one which are now available to all in a range of fun prints and seasonless styles.

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Elise and Mila share their own special bond in the brand’s Imogen dress which has quickly become a staple piece in their wardrobe.  From a selection of fun and inviting prints, we can customize this dress down to the sleeve length and back style.  Our dresses feature a bow detail on the back, adding a touch of whimsy to these adorable pieces. 

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Timeless Beauties Clothing Credits:

Elise and Mila’s dresses by Twinkle & Me

Elise’s shoes: Pepe

Elise's bow: Wunderkin Co

 

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Styling our Days with KidPix

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As the holidays approach, and our days are consumed with preparations and festivities, I’m on the lookout for ways we can simplify so to enjoy this season to its fullest.  Without a doubt, keeping our little one’s wardrobe up to date is a burden I’d rather not have at the moment.  To my delight, KidPix delivers perfectly styled head-to-toe looks that refresh our wardrobes and boost our spirits.  Beautifully curated outfits are delivered to your door commitment-free in the frequency of your choosing.  Each box is a wonderful surprise that won’t disappoint.  It is, after all, like having your own personal stylist without the burden of a trip to the store.

Scroll down to pick up a special code for 20% off your first KidPix box.

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From the comfort of our home, we immediately fell in love with our box of keepers.  We often struggle with outfits that aren’t quite complete or missing a staple item such as tights.  KidPix made our daily outings a breeze with the appropriate coverings for a put together look.  But perhaps more than anything else, we loved trying different looks from high-quality brands that we’ve not seen elsewhere.

From the Irish luxury childrenswear brand, Cairenn Foy to the comfiest essentials by Little Borne, our hearts are happy and our days, perfectly styled by the talented team at KidPix.

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Styling our Days Clothing Credits:

Mila's Outfits by Little Borne and Cairenn Foy from KidPix

Mila’s shoes: Zimmerman Shoes

Find out more about KidPix here…

KidPix is offering 20% off your first order when using promo code FirstKidPix.  Please note the 20% off voucher can be redeemed against your first KidPix box or towards a Christmas Box in the KidPix Christmas Shop.

KidPix also hold weekly online pop-up shops where they introduce interesting independent brands to their customers and followers.  To be kept up to date with their weekly events, follow @kid_pix on Instagram here.