During the summer here, we’re always on the go- to the park, the lake, the library, picnics, playdates and parties! I like to keep an eye out for cute outfits that are a breeze to take on and off but don’t leave the girls looking like tiny mismatched homeless people.  That’s why I’m kind of in love with these Bubble Knicker Rompers for the little one.

They’re a simple one-piece so they require only seconds to slip on and off. Anyone who has tried to change the clothes of a squirming, wet kid in the not-so-sanitary outdoor changing rooms at a lake or pool will appreciate this! Plus they are completely adorable. The layers of lace give them a sweet, slightly Victorian glamour. And they come in so many choices of fabric or lace colors that everyone will find a favorite!

Their prices are pretty amazing too: at an average price of $7.99, you could easily snag a whole wardrobe full! To accessorize, the site also features a wide range of hats, hairbands, flower clips, necklaces and more.

It was a hard choice, but I decided on the Deep Pink Lace Romper for review. The rompers feature simple lace-covered elastic straps and elastic around the top to keep them in place. The satin bow at the top is a lovely touch.

The seem well-constructed, with tiers and tiers of lace. These are super stretchy. They have sizes from baby to toddler. And the large size stretches to fit anywhere from 12 months to a 4T.

The lace continues down to the legs. I like that the rompers feature shorts instead of a skirt, less worries about modesty while your child is running around playing!

The inside is a silky soft lining fabric, nice and cool against delicate young skin. The instructions are to hand wash and hang dry.

Little E. loved her new outfit and ran all around the yard posing for me. I thought the elastic might dig in to her skin a bit and bug her, but she didn’t seem bothered by it at all. I would definitely recommend these and already have plans to pick up a few more for her- the problem is just deciding which ones!

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Mid-July already? Did one of you sneak in and snip a few pages out of my calendar? I don’t feel ready for the mad rush back to school, the early morning alarms, the overstuffed activity schedules. Please let me bask in the warm, breezy sunshine cocoon of summer just a little longer.

One way I’ll work on extending my free time this summer is by taking advantage of the great deals online. I know you’re all with me on this one. No one wants to spend hours in overcrowded malls, claustrophobic dressing rooms, trying to snatch the last box of crayons from the pawed-over remains of a sticky sale table.

Right now I’m having fun checking out I See Me. What a cool concept! The site offers a variety of items personalized with your child’s name, photo or likeness- which not only teaches them to recognize and spell their name but also increases their self-esteem by showing them books that feature children they can instantly relate to. They carry not only books, but puzzles, growth charts, placemats, stickers and more!

I’ve seen a few companies that offer personalized books and children’s items before, but the quality was never quite what I hoped for. Not so with I See Me. I can tell their line was created with great attention to detail, design and functionality.

For instance, their lunchboxes. One of my favorites is the All-A-Flutter Personalized Lunchbox. The outside is super cute with a cool retro color scheme of brown and pastels on the sides, along with a fluttering explosion of butterflies on the pretty pink front. Now check out the inside! All of I See Me’s lunchboxes feature a chalkboard on the inner lid so that mom or dad can leave a sweet note. So much easier than scrambling for a notepad (or in my case, honestly, the torn off back of an envelope) early in the morning, then searching for a pen, then hoping the scrap of paper doesn’t get lost in the shuffle. That’s how you can tell these products were designed by real parents with actual children in mind. You open the box and: instant smiles!

These sturdy metal lunch boxes come in quite a few styles to suit the personality and interests of your little one. From dinosaurs, sports, cars and space, to ballerinas, fairytales and pretty gardens- I think every child will find one that they love. Plus we all remember the first-day of school anxiety. Will other kids like your clothes? Who has the coolest lunch box? I think these boxes easily pass the “cool” test and will have other kids begging to know where it came from!

Another of my favorite items on the site are their personalized sticker sets. These allow you to add both the name and a photo of your child. We all know how easily possessions get lost during the bustle of the school year. I have to say, these stickers are about a million times more fun and convenient than trying to Sharpie your child’s name onto everything they own. Plus seeing their name and face so nicely displayed helps give them the sense of pride of ownership that leads children to take better care of their belongings.

They also offer a 100% money-back guarantee, which always makes me happy to see a company that stands behind their products and cares about their customers.

I know you’re eager to get over there and start shopping. Just one more thing! I See Me has generously offered my readers a discount to make back-to-school shopping even easier! Use code UNIQUE during checkout for $10 off your order of $40 or more. Make sure you stop back by to tell me what items you simply couldn’t resist!

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I’m a total zulily addict. The combination of adorable outfits that are hard to find anywhere else with amazing prices often has me dreaming on their site for hours! Since school is rapidly approaching again, of course I’m checking out all the new fall trends and tempting myself with the nonstop cuteness. Check out the top five back to school trends below and some of my personal favorite picks from each category! Which ones will your little darlings be rocking this year?

Back to School deals at zulily!
Northern Exposure – From faux fur capelets and moccasins for girls to hoodies for boys emblazoned with bold animal faces, wild looks are big for back to school

This faux fur flower vest from Mia Belle Baby makes your little one look like a sweet forest imp!

While this leopard print poncho from Million Polka Dots is pure glamour!

And this pink puffer coat with faux fur hood will keep your darling cuddly and warm!

Galaxy – Starscapes, planets and are other galaxy themed prints make their way onto clothing and accessories alike for fall Sublimation is really big and should be said in here

These platinim knee high sneakers from Gotta Flurt shine like all the stars combined!

While these burgundy star hi-top sneakers from Aidele are slightly more subdued, they still have a one-of-a-kind starry vibe.

Denim Star skinny jeans from Pinc Premium for UNDER $10!

And a cool tank for boys from Galaxy by Harvic

90’s Flashback – They say if you’ve lived through a trend once not to wear it a second time around, which is why today’s school kids are the only ones cute enough to pull off 90’s inspired looks, including acid washed jeans with bold bright 90′s prints along with Harem pants – Can’t touch this.

These blue bird harem pants from Yo Baby are a pretty take on the trend!

And for your wild little rocker they have this skull pattern from Punkz Gear

Camo Cool – From backpacks and binders to shoes and jackets, expect to see camouflage prints in a wide variety of colors in school hallways this fall

This Camo Cutie hoodie from Country Casuals looks toasty warm!

And I love the more feminine look of this tiered tank from French Toast!

 London Calling – Trench Coats and hooded jackets paired with textured wool and corduroy will keep kids on this   side of the pond warm when fall’s crisp temperatures return

These sleek Black British rain boots from Henry Ferrera will have your child jumping through puddles in style!

No London look would be complete with a beret! This wool houndstooth one from Kangol.

I love the sophistication of this ivory trench from Yoki

And a more casual sparkling rhinestone British Flag tee from Garage Gang.

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Have you seen the colorful outfits from Freckles+Kitty, the delightfully sweet clothing company out of California? Today through Thursday (7/17 – 7/19) zulily is running a contest where we can BOTH win three dresses for our little ones from Freckles+Kitty! Just post in the comments section below which Freckles+Kitty item is your favorite, and if my blog is selected, I’ll choose someone from all the commenters to win something lovely for the little lady of their choosing!

Don’t know much about Freckles+Kitty? Freckles+Kitty is California made toddler and girls clothing inspired by what’s popular now. The best part is that zulily has select Freckles+Kitty styles up to 65% off! You’ll find brilliant colors and trending details such as floral appliqués, printed lace, hoodies, sets, and, of course, ruffles. Lots of ruffles! They use soft fabric blends to give your little girl exceptional comfort with a sense of style and fun. These fabrics are always easy-care and washable. Each Freckles+Kitty garment reflects the California spirit, and it’s these details that make each piece playfully individual. Check out Freckles + Kitty on sale at zulily!

This is it, Tea Collection’s Semi-Annual Sale is going all out and marking sale items down an additional 40% off starting today (7/3) and ending Monday (7/7). Sweet dresses, tees, onesies and more all filled with the rich colors and intricate patterns of faraway Morocco. Simply use the promo code: MORE40 when you checkout. Don’t wait, styles will sell out as the sale is almost over. Have fun shopping!

These prices are amazing and some of my favorite items are still available like this cool Ostrich Tile Mini Dress and the Mod Medina Swing Dress!

Now that school is out and kids are off to camp, are you looking around your house and wondering where all of the water bottles, hooded jackets and that extra pair of sneakers disappeared to? Get a jump on the back and forth of belongings before school starts up again, and take advantage of Mabel’s Labels Back-to-School early bird pricing. Whether you select the bestselling Mabel’s Labels Ultimate Back-to-School Combo or the new Mabel’s Labels Stylish Scholars Combo , you’ll receive 108 tags that are UV resistant, waterproof, dishwasher and microwave safe—perfect to track everything from tablets to bento boxes. And, if you purchase in July, you spend only $39 per combo pack (regularly $42). Take advantage of Mabel’s Labels Back-to-School early bird pricing and secure yourself some peace of mind before the school year begins.

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• 40 Skinny-Minis™
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Stylish Scholars Combo Quantity:

• 40 Skinny-Minis™
• 50 Tag Mates™
• 16 Round Labels
• 2 Teeny Tags™

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Princess Elsa and Princess Anna have captured the hearts of children and adults around the world. If you have young children you have probably had the movie on repeat since it released on DVD. Help bring the Kingdom of Arendelle and all of their friends to life with Frozen birthday party supplies from Birthday Express.

At Birthday Express, you can shop Frozen-themed party supplies, favors, decorations, costumes and more! Some of our favorite products are the 41″ Olaf Jumbo Balloon and the Deluxe Anna and Elsa costumes. Right now at Birthday Express, you can Get 10% off all Frozen party supplies through 6/29. Be sure to shop this collection today and turn your next party into a winter wonderland!

They seriously have the cutest stuff! Looking through it all makes my inner little girl completely jealous. I want my ownnn princess party!!

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It is here! Just in time for pool parties, backyard barbecues and summer adventures; Tea Collection’s Semi-Annual Sale is featuring the entire Morocco line at up to 50% off! This line is bold, filled with the brilliant hues found in the Marrakech medina, and buzzing with patterns that line Morocco’s streets in the intricate tiles. And now, all of these beautiful styles are on sale—desert and surf inspired graphic tees for boys, twirly patterned dresses for girls, colorful floral onesies for babies and more—all filled with the magic of Morocco.

There’s so much cute stuff in this collection, I don’t even know where to begin! This Mosaic Tile Graphic Dress would be a breath of fresh air for 4th of July cookouts. It features the perfect colors and an Americana feel without being too typical or cliched.

Another favorite is the Mod Medina Swing Dress. The lively pop color pattern explosion will stand out in any crowd.

The Sea Anemone Shoulder Tie Dress is quieter, but no less lovely. It reminds me of lazy summer afternoons gathering shells along the shore.