Something about the simple styling of this beanie by Child’s Play really caught my eye. The brimmed Buckle Beanie is crocheted in charcoal colored 80% acrylic/20% wool yarn, making a warm, comfortable hat for your little one. The silver buckle just sets the entire hat off. Jessi, the designer, is willing to custom-crochet this hat to your specifications, including custom sizes and colors. Sizes/prices range from 9-12 months for $27 to adult for $35 at 1000markets.com. Two weeks production time is necessary for these custom made hats.

After spotting Matilda Ledger in a pink tiered Lucy Sykes dress recently, I thought I’d have a gander at the site. There are so many things to choose from, all in pretty, feminine patterns and cuts. Some of the dresses look like they’d only be appropriate with bloomers, but in all, it’s swanky gear. Harmonize your daughters’ outfits, should you have two or more girls, easily with coordinating collections of dresses, tops, and pants. You can even get a thing or two for yourself or your sons while shopping at LucySykes.com.

Since the Lucy Sykes site seems to be malfunctioning, I found the sweet-as-can-be candy-striped cotton seersucker dress at the famous Saks Fifth Avenue online store for $72.

Polarn O. Pryet (POP), one of Sweden’s largest children’s wear companies, is currently having a sale of up to 50% off  on many of its summer styles, including clothes for newborns, babies, toddlers, kids 2-6, kids 6-11, and even moms. This includes clothing from its ECO line, such as this Applique Eco T. Made of 100% organic cotton, the tee features an applique of a house on the front and comes in Black, Pea, or Rowan. Regularly priced at $28, it’s currently on sale for $14. You can view all of the sale items at PolarnOPyretUSA.com.

One of the things I like best about this Organic Zoe Ladybug Tee by Colette Kids is that it can be worn by a boy or a girl. Made of 100% USDA certified organic fine jersey combed cotton, the tee is an eggplant color (the website calls it “cinder”) and features a playful ladybug named Zoe. Each tee is screenprinted individually by hand, and also features a rib neckband for durability. Available in sizes 2T and 4T, you can purchase this cute t-shirt for $24 at ColetteKids.com.

Like many children, my son has sensitive skin. I’ve learned to buy laundry detergents free of chemicals and dyes, but sometimes, his clothes still bother his skin. That’s why I was anxious to try Cottonique’s line of allergy-free clothing for babies, toddlers and children. I decided to sample their boys’ underwear, as they lie right next to a child’s skin. The first thing I noticed about the boys’ briefs was that they were just that - brief. They were styled more like a bikini than the traditional briefs that I’m used to seeing. But once I touched them, they were the softest underwear I’d ever felt.  The rough edges are sewn on the outside, not the inside, so as to avoid irritating the skin. The reason the underwear is so soft, according to the company, is that it’s made from 100% natural cotton, dye and chemical free, and pH balanced. This accounts for its off-white color. The clothing is also latex-free and spandex-free.

The only thing I didn’t like about the underwear was that they fit rather snugly - a notice that accompanied them in the box said that this was because they are not treated with flame-retardant chemicals, so they must fit snugly. My son said they were so comfortable he didn’t even remember he was wearing them. Time will tell if they hold up in the washer and dryer, or if they shrink too much to fit him. All in all, I’m very pleased with this Cottonique product. You can view all of their apparel at Cottonique.com, where the boys’ underwear I tried sells for $17.75 for a pack of three.

I’ve had my eye on a Hatley raincoat for my three year old, but I just haven’t been able to justify the nearly $50 price tag. So, I was excited to find that Overstock.com has a number of these coats for boys and girls. This Fun Dog version is probably my favorite of the ones on sale. It is practical, but also cute as can be. At $27.99, it is a pretty good deal, especially if you live in a rainy climate. Check it out at Overstock.com. Some of the site’s other Hatley coats are even cheaper. Unfortunately, as of this writing, the raincoat is out of stock at Overstock.com. However, I did find it at Amazon.com for an even cheaper price - $25. Get one while they last!

I am absolutely smitten with this set of onesies. The three piece set is staggered to grow with your baby. It includes a 3-6 month lamb onesie, a 6-9 month pig onesie, and a 9-12 month chicken onesie. All are 100% cotton and adorable. If my baby weren’t already too big for the first one, I’d snap them up in a heartbeat. They are perfect stand-alone pieces for summer, or they could easily be layered under or over warmer clothes in cool weather. You can purchase this fabulous set for $36 at myretrobaby.com. It is marketed for girls, but I think a boy could carry it off as well. The set would make  a very thoughtful gift.

Here is a very sweet little shirt that would look great on either a boy or a girl–the deep olive color will really make those bright baby eyes stand out. Each one of these unique shirts is made from 100% combed cotton. The appliqued giraffe is made from wool felt and fleece. It is available in sizes from 3-6 months up to 2T. You can purchase one for $29.95 at myretrobaby.com.

Moms of boys will want to check out Chloe In Style’s adorable line of neck ties. These extra-wide ties are both practical and fun. You can easily dress them up or down. They are made from 100% cotton, are available in a range of sizes, and retail for $32 each. You can check out the entire line at chloeinstyle.

I’ve extolled the virtues of shopping for secondhand children’s clothing many times. One of the perks, however, is when the online secondhand shops also carry quality new children’s clothing. Turtles Tiny Treasures is one such store. I found this great 2 Pc Boys Summer Outfit by American Living, brand new, for just $9.99 at TurtlesTinyTreasures.com. It’s available in my son’s size as well. This set retails for $60 normally. It consists of a forest green polo and plaid shorts, perfect for our next trip to our favorite mountain golf resort, when my son wants to go golfing with Daddy. Browse the many other bargains on new and gently used clothing at TurtlesTinyTreasures.com.

The current trend for young boys of wearing plaid shorts and cropped pants is definitely a cute one. I like the preppy but off-the-beaten-track feel of it and would gladly let my son have some if he expressed interest. You can pretty much find them everywhere, but I do like the prepster cool pair from Okkies.com for the sale price of $30.99 (they were $47!) Get ’em in either blue/mint or lime/aqua in sizes 6 months right up to boys size 8. Comfy in 100% cotton, they can be worn everywhere; dressed up for school with a polo shirt or to the beach with a muscle tee.

Any baby, boy or girl, would look sweet as can be in this Apple of My Eye Lap Tee. The 100% cotton tee is decorated with hand-cut fabric appliques that are fused and hand-embroidered for style and longevity. White looks great on babies, and the apple design really pops. I love it! You can purchase one for $24 at craftsburykids.com. It is available in sizes from 3-6 months up to 18-24 months.

I’m thinking that summer just got started, but Janie and Jack, like many retailers, is already holding their Season Finale sale. Right now you can get some great deals on sale items for infants, boys, and girls. Interestingly, the toddler and children’s clothes seem to be discounted more than the infant selections. This sweet little boys’ 2-piece bubble is currently on sale for $28.99 (down from $38). You can shop the sale (with prices up to 60% off) at janieandjack.com. It’s a great time to stock up on gifts or clothes for next year.

These pants from L.L.Bean may not be super-exciting to look at, but they have several great features. Like many popular designs for kids, these can be zipped off into shorts. More impressively, they are made with Insect Shield, an odorless invisible protection from mosquitoes, ticks, and other bugs. Right now, they are on sale for roughly half price. You can purchase a pair in boys/girls or little boys/little girls sizes for $24.99 at LLBean.com. Several colors are available.

If you haven’t found Dad a Father’s Day gift yet, here’s the perfect solution. What Dad wouldn’t love their child to wear a hoodie proclaiming “My Dad Rocks”? Tiny Tots With Style is offering this great testament to dads on a zip-front hoodie, made in the USA from soft-spun cotton. The hoodie is available in black or white, and with sizes from 6 months to age 6, you should be able to find the perfect gift that, while Dad won’t be able to wear himself, he’ll be proud to see his son or daughter wearing. You can purchase this hoodie for $40 at TinyTotsWithStyle.com.