back to school must haves...

So it happens every year...you do the back to school shopping spree and you think you are totally prepared - and then school actually starts.  Your kids see what their friend's have and all of a sudden, what you bought them, isn't really what they meant they wanted.

It never fails, and you are not alone!

We can help you fill in the expensive gaps with some not so expensive prices...

abercrombie kids girl's items

abercrombie kids boys items

Hollister bigger girls items

Hollister and Abercrombie & Fitch

Hollister sweaters

SLAP watch!

These are just a few of the many items we have in stock, and as always...we receive new merchandise EVERYDAY!  Stop in soon!!

my fave kid's looks...

When it comes to little girl's fashion, confidence always makes the outfit.  Inspiring kids to select their own outfits based on what they like and not what everyone else is doing is a great lesson for any youngster to learn.

I must say that one of my favorite ways for kids to express their boldness is print mixing!

Little Colette rocking the mixed prints at a VERY young age

A girl at the LA Zoo...LOVED her fashion choice.

Here are some examples of print mixing that my Mom and I put together with items from Growing Kids.  Believe it or not, each outfit is made up of entirely different brands.

3-different patterns, but it works because the colors are neutral

Staying in the same color family helps stripes and bold patterns work well together

Mixing similar animal prints never fails

Bold prints go well with neutral polka dots of any size

Mixing stripes always works - the colored peace signs really help pull this look together

Tie-Dye can be tricky, but it also can work!

We had so much fun putting these together, it's no wonder kids love picking out their own crazy clothes.

Encouraging your children to be trendsetters is a great way to teach them about being a leader.  Motivate fearless fashion amongst those kiddos! 

Thanks for reading...

fabulous finds...

We have been getting in TONS of incredible merchandise...here is a sneak peek at some of my favorites in the store now!

Great fall coats

Gap Luxe sweaters galore

Brand NEW Nicole boots

Tons of UGGS

Roxy snowboarding jacket

sweaters sweaters sweaters

Steve Madden boots

Joe's Jeans for A Pea in the Pod Maternity

Gap maternity blazer

Gorgeous maternity dress

As always, there are plenty more where these came from.  Stop in to see for yourself!!

Our new hours begin tomorrow!!!

Monday: 9am-6pm

Tuesday: 9am-6pm

Wednesday: 9am-6pm

Thursday: 9am-8pm

Friday: 9am-6pm

Saturday: 10am-5pm

first day of school traditions...

As hard as it is to believe, summer has come to an end, and most schools in the area are beginning their first day of school tomorrow.  To help you with your last minute errands, we will be OPEN from 11-4 today!!

Since my niece is starting Kindergarten, my sister was feverishly searching for a first day of school tradition to start, and I'm dying to see the outfit she is going to wear.
She has decided that she is going to make her a special breakfast and decorate the kitchen/dining room to help celebrate.  The outfit is still being decided because my niece is having trouble deciding which one is her favorite!
...I'll make sure to post a picture from the bus stop tomorrow morning.

Here is the winner!

What are some of your first day of school traditions?  And more importantly, what look is your child rocking for the first day??

fave looks contest winner...

The Fave Looks Facebook Contest has come to an end.  I can't begin to tell you how much we enjoyed seeing these cuties collect votes in their outfits purchased at Growing Kids!

With 97 votes, little miss Gianna has won!  It was no surprise to me, since her Mom is always asking me for fabulous divalicious items for her little boutique baby and both Gianna and Mom are always dressed so incredibly perfect.

Here is the look she won with...

and here is another photo of this adorable little diva...

Shout out to Carlana for taking 2nd with 61 votes...

and Baylor came in 3rd with 34 votes...

You can view all of the contestants here and make sure you keep your eyes out for future photo contests!!

kid's funniest quotes...

Well we finally made it!  Thank you to everyone who sent in funny quotes from your kids, it really helped make the trip more enjoyable and it was so hard for us to pick just one!! 
Although there is just one winner, we decided to share the top 5 with you.

5.  Lauren:

Anthony and I were driving in Hackensack. He was three years old and extremely speech delayed he was sitting in his little car seat with his sippy cup when I happened to stop short to avoid hitting a car in front of me.  Out of nowhere Anthony says, "F**king street!" I turned around shocked out of my mind that #1 he cursed and #2 he used the horrible adjective correctly. Ahhhhhh...where did he hear that from??

4. Keri:

Since I commuted the GSP every day with Brielle from 5months old to 3 yrs. old she witnessed my road rage daily.  It got to the point, where I would honk my horn and she would blurt out, "F*CK YOU MAN!!!!" like Pavlov! On cue each time. No matter where I was, whenever I hit the horn she yelled, "F*CK YOU MAN!" It was tooooo funny not to laugh! Apparently I used that line a few times while driving.  Not my proudest moment as a parent.

3. Jennifer:

My oldest daughter was about 2 years old.  I was feeding her lunch.  She had gotten turkey for a few days and I decided to give ham a try.  When I put it on her tray for lunch she asked, "What is this crap?”

2. Ceceile:

My 4 year old girl asked me a question last night - "Mom, if I came out your belly, who came out of Daddy's belly?"

And our winner....

1. Erica:
Car: Mama, where are my sandals? 
Me: I don't know Car - they're not my responsibility. 
Car: So much for knowing everything, huh Mom?

For some more laughs, you can view more of the entries in the comments section of Road Trip and on our Facebook Page 

Thanks again to everyone who participated, I hope you enjoyed it as much as we have! 

road trip...

Well, the time has come...we are moving back to New Jersey.  We sent the earthquake your way, just so you knew we were coming!!!

We have about a 6-day drive ahead of us, so we're going to need your help to get through it.

Please let us know the funniest thing your child has ever said.  Whoever gets us laughing the hardest before Monday 8/29 wins a $25 gift certificate!