Sunny days, sweeping those clouds away

by Roxanna | Kid Style

My kids have tons of cheap sunglasses — they’re fun and perfect for when they’re playing spies, but I know they’re not ideal when we’re in the sun. In fact, they always seem to “borrow” my expensive sunglasses when we’re...

7 adorable mermaid toys and gifts that have nothing to do with Ariel Barbie

by Liz Gumbinner | Toys + Playthings

What’s that old adage about how spring is coming, and a young girl’s thoughts turn to mermaids? Oh right, that’s not an adage. Still, my girls seem to be extra interested in them these days, and I’m happy to see so many cropping up that...

Gardening. You know, for kids.

by Barbara | Kid Style

I’m not the best gardener — my entire vegetable haul, from June to September probably equals little more than one large salad — but gardening really is good for the soul. And, there are always gardening chores that even the smallest kiddos can do,...

Stylish boys’ wedding clothes – Reader Q&A

by Christina Refford | Kid Style

Any suggestions where I can find stylish outfits online for my 3 year and 1 year old boys to wear to an outdoor summer wedding? – question via Twitter Your sharp-dressed toddlers will look amazing in one of Appaman’s Fine Tailoring suits or separates. I...

Leggings the way your own girls would make them. Really.

by Cool Mom Team | Kid Style

I came home one day to find my six year-old sketching out her dream wardrobe. (My future fashion designer!) My mother, a former clothing designer herself, turned some of them into real clothes, which I thought was one of the sweetest things ever. So I kind of fell in...

Stylish leggings that your daughter will love. Because she made them.

by Kirsten | Kid Style

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 friends.  But...

Editors Best of 2011: The coolest girls’ clothes and accessories

by Cool Mom Team | Editors Best of the Year

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: The world’s cutest...

Glove love

by Cool Mom Team | Kid Style

It feels like only yesterday that I was making excuses for forgetting the kids’ sunscreen, and now I’m making excuses for forgetting the kids’ gloves. It’s the season for cold fingers, at least in my neck of the woods, and gloves make a great...

The Perfect Puff

by Eva Glettner | Kid Style

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, it’s a...

Kid mittens that war with each other instead of you

by Melissa | Kid Style

I sometimes feel like my son’s mittens are at war with me. I’m either always searching for one or trying to battle against my son’s hands to put them on. Finally, an adorable pair of mittens that appreciate the hand to hand combat we moms have to...