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Parade Clothing
Peanut, Sprout, Bean... the terms of endearment that we use on our little ones are captured by the hip and funky graphics designed by Parade Clothing.
These colorful and playful graphics are displayed on caps, newborn kimonos, baby tee's, toddler tee's, and blankets. The kimonos are similar to onesies, however they have ties at the side so you don't have to pull it over your baby's head.
The designs are simple, yet the graphics pack a punch and are very unique. My son wore his "peanut" hat and kimono all the time and quickly adopted the nickname, Peanut, for the first few months of his life! My advice: choose wisely - your baby will quickly acquire the nickname you give him or her by everyone you meet!
Parade clothing has recently introduced a new line of basics, including onesies, kimonos, pants, caps, rompers and newborn kimono gowns, but without their signature graphics. This line is also extremely cute, using hip colors and stripes.
All of Parade's clothing is made with organic cotton, through fair trade, sweatshop free environments. While the clothes are made in India, the graphics are designed and printed in Vancouver, BC, Canada. The clothing is incredibly soft, and reasonably priced, as far as specialty clothing goes.
Parade Clothing
posted by Eco Baby Products on Tuesday, October 23, 2007
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FIG Organic Sleepers
The Fig sleepers are fantastic! They are made from 95% organic cotton and 5% Lycra. The organic cotton is ultra soft and the zippers are really convenient for dressing your little one fast; whether you have a howling newborn or a squirmy 12 month old. The designs are creative and the colour combinations are unusual, a far cry from your traditional Winnie the Pooh sleeper.
As an artist, I really liked the funky look, and as a new mom, I really liked the comfort and ease aspect of the sleeper design. Plus, they don't have feet and the torso was long, so I was able to get several months wear out of them. Definitely two thumbs up. What was a little harder to swallow was the price, they're not exactly cheap but I figured less is more. I don't need dozens of sleepers if I have a few quality ones that will last.
Read our recent article on organic cotton.
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FIG Organic Sleepers
posted by Eco Baby Products on Tuesday, September 18, 2007
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SMArts Clothing
Baby clothes made with organic cotton are becoming increasingly popular, but surprisingly, it is still relatively hard to find much variety. In Canada, it has only been recently that larger stores, such as MEC and The Real Canadian Superstore are now offering some very reasonably priced options. However, their variety is limited. Many baby boutiques carry a number of different brands such as Parade and Under the Nile. Both are very cute and popular options but have a higher price point.
SMArts clothing is relatively new and offers a unique option for organic clothing. By purchasing SMArts organic cotton baby clothes, you are not only helping the environment, you are also supporting fair trade, by creating economic opportunities in Mali, West Africa. SMArts art is designed by Malian adults and children. All artists are chosen from an annual contest held in Mali, and each are awarded a fair contract for the reproduction of their artwork. The designs on the baby clothes are original and unique. A sure conversation piece.
Read our recent article on organic cotton.
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SMArts Clothing
posted by Eco Baby Products on Tuesday, August 07, 2007
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