Mischief

We had our season shoot last Sunday, and we stayed to true LatteMama tradition and chose a Astrid Lindgren character as our theme. This time MetropolitanMum gave us the idea of telling the story of Lotta, and we went with it. Lotta is the naughtiest of the naughty, imagine cut off clothes, walking dirty shoes in the house, and everyones favourite...drawings on the wall. We had such a great time, and I think our models enjoyed doing everything they wouldn't normally be alllowed to do at home. Check our our rebels trashing the LatteMama home wearing Mini Rodini, Modeerska Huset, Indikidual, Mina Shoes and Bonnie Baby. Check out some behind the scenes snaps we got 

Get the Look: Stars edition

Get the Look! 

We love this outfit from Mini Rodini so much we can't help to give all of you an exclusive discount. This is THE autumn look, get it now for 20% off. Use voucher code: StarLook20 at the till. The pieces can be bought separately

S-A-L-E

 We're soooo happy to announce the biggest LatteMama sales yet. We're not messing about, everything from No Added Sugar, Bonnie Baby, Mini Rodini, Sture and Lisa and more are being reduced. And we're not offering a lousy 20% off...we've got amazing dream pieces for 80% off. Prices start at £4. Get your summer outfits while the sun is out...and when autumn creeps up on us, just layer! Added bonus is free delivery when you buy for more than £50. Enjoy your shopping!

#OutfitoftheWeek: RockStar

Ovation Dress by No Added Sugar £60,
Zebra Leggings by Mini Rodini £20

Outfit of the Week

Lets Get Rock n Roll

20% Off for 7 Days

Retro rocker fashion has been all over our magazines for years, the Mods and Rockers era is beloved to many and it can been seen in the latest summer 2012 denim trends and laid back leather jackets.

We <3 the vintage rock princess vibe of this silver dress and zebra print leggings. The dress from No Added Sugar is versatile and will take any young lady from play time to party time in style and comfort. 

With the weather also having taken a turn for the worse a splash of zebra print makes this outfit stand out with a multi-seasonal twist.

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Bank Holiday Mama

We're thrilled to hear our Monday Mama's are honored to be chosen by us. There is a reason to why only one mama will hold the title twice. Meet the fabulous woman behind The Mini Post, and a true supporter of LatteMama. We love her sense of style, knowledge and love for London. If you've gotten to know her once before, read to find out how she's grown as her Baby K has.

 

Name: TheMiniPost
Location Shoreditch, East London
Twitter @TheMiniPost
Website/Blog theminipost.tumblr.com

 

Your blog is based in East London. What does this place mean to you? 

Home. We have been living in East London for 10 years. Its been a really exciting place to be. We live on a lovely residential street. In fact it won best street for its decoration & bunting when Diana & Charles were married. Its a very typical EastEnd Victorian house which we gutted and made home. It is now brimming withbaby things which make it feel even more special.  

 

You cover everything from places to be, food to eat and fashion. Did you always have an interest in clothes and trends even before becoming a mum? 

YES! Without a doubt. Some of my earliest memories of clothes are of watching my Mum get all dressed up. I was totally fascinated by the whole process and preparation choosing an outfit; accessories, jewellery, hair, nails, perfume. I love that clothes help define an occasion and make it feel more special. It was inevitable that I ended up working in the world of fashion and beauty.

 

You've been our Monday Mama once before when K was very very young, how do you think your motherhood and even your style has changed in the past couple of months?

As a Mum you no longer have the luxury of spending ages deciding what to wear. Know your style and embrace trends that compliment it. Key pieces like a tailored jacket and a great bag sharpen practical jeans & tee. I love love love Stella McCartney for her signature tailored jackets and Falabella bags.

 

How would you describe your little girls style?

She wears lots of cool vintage baby clothes that my mum kept from the 70s & 80s. She too has a penchant for Stella McCartney Kids!

 

Ever catch yourself matching? 

Yes! Sometimes unintentional. Other days when I have time to think about it, I might plan that 'we match' :) Especially for a special occasion.  

 

What are your favorite finds in the baby fashion world? 

I am hunting for a dress for her to wear to a very special wedding in a few week.And I am really smitten with the dresses from http://www.poppychildren.co.uk - they are so sweet and I think the kind of dress a little girl will remember forever.  

 

Do you think runway fashion inspires children's fashion at all, or is it the other way around? 

Kids clothes can be more romantic & whimsical than mainstream trends. This is what makes smaller independent brands more interesting and gives thema distinct voice in a busy marketplace. It's hard to compete against the biggies like Zara kids & Gap.  

 

What is your favourite SS2012 trend? 

It has to be the ice cream colour palette. I loved the suburban housewives in Tim Burton's Edward Scissorhands and it reminds me of that. I'm wearing a lot of lick smacking pastels at the moment. Sometimes punching it up with a hit of neon.

 

What do you predict will be the most popular one for AW 2012?

For me I will retire my colourful ice cream palette and focus on a more autumnal palette inspired by traditional tweeds. For autumn I also love animal inspired pieces, lile a fur collar or a fabulous vintage fur coat.

 

What's your top wish list items from www.latte-mama.com?

It would have to be the "Sunbird' dress for its great print. The LOL T-shirt for its cool message & typography. And lastly the 'Trapeze JumpSuit' cause its just so cool. 

 

Monday Mama: MrsAgathaMarple

Monday Mama

 Kids, Fashion and Blogging with some of the Nets most famous Latte Mama's

Monday Mama is back with an all new crowd of wonderful Mum's from across Britain and Europe, giving us an exclusive look into the latest in kids fashion and blogging straight from those that matter.  

This week we have the pleasure of MrsAgathaMarple,

a mother, wife and experienced blogger from Finland.

She gave birth to her adorable son in spring 2008, which is when it all started. She went on to start her very own blog shortly after in October 2008 and she loves blogging still.



Sari and her son



Name: Sari

Blog: MrsAgathaMarple

We have to ask Mrs Agatha, where did the name for your blog come from?

Well, I'm a huge fan of Agatha Christie, love her detective stories and my favourite is Jane Marple. So when I thought about a name for my blog that would stand out, MrsAgatha was the coolest name I could think of and the address also has Marple in it =)

You have been blogging for years now, have you noticed any changes in the children’s fashion blogging world?

Yes, there are more sponsored blogs, brands and businesses have realized how easy it is to advertise via blogs.

What's it like blogging in two languages at the same time, and do you ever feel like skipping one?

I feel like skipping all the time! :D It's quite hard to write in 2 languages but I can't skip Finnish since most of my readers are from Finland. And I can't skip English as I've noticed an increasing amount of readers outside Finland =)

How has your sons style changed since becoming older, do you even get to decide his outfit anymore?

When he was a baby I bought him very colourful retro-style clothes (brands like Ej Sikke Lej and Småfolk were my favourites then). But nowadays he dresses more like me, black and grey being the most used colours with some more colourful things too. I'm a lucky mama and he lets me to choose his clothes still! :D

He really doesn't care about what he wears, he's happy if the clothes are comfortable.

Scandinavian fashion has become very popular lately. Are there any must have Finnish brands out there, and how would you define Finnish fashion?

I recommend checking out brands MinuMinu and Aarrekid, those are the best Finnish brands for kids. Also Nosh Organics is cool.

Almost all Finnish brands use organic/recycled materials for the clothes and the designs are quite simple but feature a few unique twists. Most of the children's brands in Finland are retro-inspired since that kind of style is a big hit at the moment in Finland.

What has been your best fashion find in the past?

For myself: Swedish Hasbeens-shoes and for the boy: Vans-shoes (can you tell that I love shoes ;D)

What is your favourite trend for S/S 2012?

I love the colourful jeans!

What do you predict will be the most popular one for AW 2012?

I'd say sequins and warm jumpers.

What are your top wish list items from www.latte-mama.com?



Clockwise from top: Robot Tee £22; Puss Shirt £28;
SunBirds Hat £15.50; Out of Pocket Jumper £17; Roley Poley Pants £32

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Outfit of the Week: Wild Ones

Outfit of the Week

I heard you were a wild one

Get a little wild this spring with this caveman inspired tee and shorts set from Mini Rodini in beautiful organic cotton.

Comfy, versatile and sure to stand out, this is a great way to update any outfit.

20% off for 7 days

Shop now at www.latte-mama.com

#OutfitOfTheWeek

Ephraim and Pippi

Ephraim and Pippi

The style guru duo for stylish parents and their tots

Leggings are the backbone of any playtime outfit. They are great for any occasion and any season. Most importantly....they come in the cutest prints and designs. Pippi Longstocking her self sports a pair of stylish leggings where ever she goes.

We <3 Mini Rodini for bringing us these adorable Organic cotton leggings for your child in some of their favourite signature prints. Wash after wash these leggings remain soft and vibrant making them excellent for play time, nap time or any time. 

Get them now at www.latte-mama.com

Never fear we sourced some equally cute and stylish pieces for the style conscious Mummies and Daddies. 

Bring out your wild side with these Therapy leggings @ House of Fraser.

The cutest matching panda tee for guys from Free Authority 

These amazing and on trend tropical trousers/short from Lulu & Co by Maarten Van Der Horse @ ASOS

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LatteMama needs to meet people

Yes, LatteMama is an online retail store, and yes, our customers are based worldwide and through a couple of clicks you can order the most fabulous children's clothes and have it at your doorstep within days. We could technically hide behind the screen, but we've gotten to know so many great people through Twitter, Facebook and e-mail we just had to get out and meet you all. LatteMama isn't all about children's fashion, but also childhood fun. We might not be as young as our children, or even as dextrous but we can still have the same fun they do. The afternoon was lovely, and we're looking forward to future events. Once again, a big welcome to spring, Mini Rodini, Mina Shoes and Slugs and Snails and to all our new customers and friends. An even bigger thank you goes out to Emma. S, Fika, Pamper n Play, Mina Shoes and Natalia our illustrator for providing us with great giveaways and our guests with wonderufl goodybags to take home. Now let's watch that runway again....

Princesse Estelle Silvia Ewa Mary

We're excited for the Crown Princess and Prince Daniel who only yesterday became parents to a little princess. This excites us because we love the royal family, there's a brand new baby involved and our mind instantly goes to fashion statements. How will the little princess dress?

Her mother has been known to be both classic, and at times dull (we're just repeating what we've heard others say). However, with the bold statement of naming her daughter Estelle, we've changed our minds a little bit about the style. Maybe, it won't al be frills, and tutu, and cashmere and silk, perhaps little Estelle is getting a hooded jumper from modern Mini Rodini and skull leggings from Slugs and Snails?

This is what LatteMama, the halfway haven between classic and unique, imagines baby Estelle look to be like.

A comfy Cardigan, soft and stylish and the perfect cover for what's underneath;

the statement piece, Estelle is a statement name and we predict this baby wanting the world to know that she's wild at heart...
while wearing this lovely handmade dress by Rafsen. So unique and dreamlike.