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Outrageously fun swim goggles for kids:  7 styles for aspiring mermaids, mermen, and merpeople

Outrageously fun swim goggles for kids: 7 styles for aspiring mermaids, mermen, and merpeople

by Caroline Siegrist | Kid Fashion

One of my favorite things about taking my son to swim lessons is seeing all the fun swim googles for kids that have become so popular over the last few years. Eyelashes goggles! Rhinestone goggles! Shark’s teeth goggles! Sequined goggles! Where were these when I...
The new Simone Biles x Athleta Girl collab is a lot more meaningful than you might think.

The new Simone Biles x Athleta Girl collab is a lot more meaningful than you might think.

by Caroline Siegrist | Kid Fashion

I can’t think of a better role model for young athletes (and young people in general) than GOAT gymnast and mental health advocate Simone Biles, so I was thrilled to see the new Simone Biles collaboration with Athleta Girl. The collection for girls 6-16 features...
Presenting your kids’ new favorite play clothes, especially at these prices

Presenting your kids’ new favorite play clothes, especially at these prices

by Cool Mom Staff | Kid Fashion

This is a sponsored message for Generation Joy When parents say we need need basics for our kids, we don’t mean basic basics. They have to be soft and comfy so kids wear them, high-quality and durable so kids can wear them a lot, and of course stylish. Because...
A comparison of the best kids consignment shops online: Where to buy, and where to sell.

A comparison of the best kids consignment shops online: Where to buy, and where to sell.

by Caroline Siegrist | Baby, Kid Fashion, Tips + Tricks

Lately I’ve been on the hunt for the best websites for kids’ consignment clothes and trying to compare them to help me find the best option for my own needs. Buying gently pre-owned clothes is more sustainable, for one thing, plus kids grow so fast! I know...
These washable chalkboard tees are so clever for holiday photos!

These washable chalkboard tees are so clever for holiday photos!

by Liz Gumbinner | DIY, Kid Fashion

While we’ve already been sharing tons of holiday gift ideas, just had to share one more of the coolest last-minute gifts I know. I’ve written before about the adorable and smart washable design-your-own chalkboard tees from Chalk of the Town. And now this...
7 cute rain jackets for little kids…all under $30

7 cute rain jackets for little kids…all under $30

by Caroline Siegrist | Kid Fashion

This school year, I’m not spending a lot of money on rain jackets for kids. Who’s with me? I don’t know what it is about rain jackets specifically, but my kids misplace them with abandon. Soccer practice, play dates, the Y…you name it, one of...
For every parent who’s yelled about stepping on a LEGO, this new Adidas collection is for you.

For every parent who’s yelled about stepping on a LEGO, this new Adidas collection is for you.

by Liz Gumbinner | Fashion, Kid Fashion, Toys + Playthings

What parent among us has not joked, complained, or (possibly) cried about stepping on a LEGO brick at some point since having kids? Exactly. That’s why I’m not sure which I love more — the Adidas x LEGO sneaker collection, featuring sneakers that...
We found 8 stylish, athletic two-piece swimsuits for teens who aren’t feeling the teeny bikinis

We found 8 stylish, athletic two-piece swimsuits for teens who aren’t feeling the teeny bikinis

by Kate Etue | Fashion, Kid Fashion

While some of our daughters are rocking the teeny bikini this summer, others are more interested in athletic two-piece swimsuits that let them be as active in the pool or on the beach as they’d like. It turns out it’s a little harder to find stylish but...
Progressive 4th of July tees that you (and your kids) will love wearing long past Independence Day.

Progressive 4th of July tees that you (and your kids) will love wearing long past Independence Day.

by Caroline Siegrist | Fashion, Kid Fashion

Let’s talk progressive 4th of July tees. We feature cool flag tees and clothing of all kinds every summer, but each year,  there are more and more of us looking to celebrate the best of what this country can be and should be. “Freedom for all” is not...
7 cool tie-dye pattern tutorials to help you DIY your own trendy tee

7 cool tie-dye pattern tutorials to help you DIY your own trendy tee

by Kate Etue | DIY, Fashion, Kid Fashion

My 15-year-old son recently came home after a camp planning meeting with his friends and announced that they have decided to tie-dye their camp shirts this year. I kind of love this idea, so I wanted to look up some tie-dye pattern tutorials on You Tube to help them...
Jellies shoes are back! Here are 7 favorite styles for kids, teens, and those of us who may actually remember the 80s

Jellies shoes are back! Here are 7 favorite styles for kids, teens, and those of us who may actually remember the 80s

by Kate Etue | Fashion, Kid Fashion

I couldn’t be more excited that jellies shoes are back, because these were my absolute favorite 80s fashion trend as a kid. Well, friendship bracelets were totally rad too. And I did love my tie dye everything. Let’s just say I’m thrilled that some...
Save 40% on these cool Star Wars clothes that kids will wear long after May the Fourth.

Save 40% on these cool Star Wars clothes that kids will wear long after May the Fourth.

by Liz Gumbinner | Kid Fashion

Being Star Wars Day and all, I was so excited to discover that one of our favorite small-label children’s clothing brands, Nununu, launched a Star Wars clothing collection for kids. I was even more excited to see that it’s all 40% off for a limited time!...
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