Wee Baby Stuff

One of my absolute, most favorite baby and children's clothing line is Tea. Everything I have purchased from them has met my three criteria for clothing:

1. Durable. From dresses to play sets, every item we own has stayed strong in the face of mashed beets, playgrounds, finger paints, tantrums, and frequent encounters with the pavement.
   
2. Cute. The prints are to die for, modern and vibrant. And the mix-and-match factor in the "Daily Tea" line is wonderful, allowing you to purchase a few basics that can be combined to form a whole wardrobe.
   
3. A Fair Price. I know the line is a bit pricey, but they have amazing sales. And, my little secret is to buy the SUPER sale items (read: cotton summer dresses for $10!) a size or two up, so that Ayla can wear them the following year.

I also must admit that I love the philosophy behind this San Francisco-based line. Here's a bit about their background:

There is no better name for our brand than Tea. Tea, the drink, is shared in nearly every culture around the world—offering inspiration, warmth and mindfulness. In the same spirit, we offer children’s fashions with the tagline “for little citizens of the world,” celebrating the beauty found in cultures around the world.

Tea just released a preview of their 2010 fall line. The inspiration: Folk Traditions of Old World Hungary. The fabrics and designs are stunning. Have a look:

If you visit their site, be sure to check out the sale section and plan ahead for next summer. I grabbed this little number for $10 a few weeks ago!

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