The New Face of Giggle Bug Boutique

Just a quick blog to introduce the new face of Giggle Bug Boutique, Liv! She's a vibrant and hip 9 year old. I am blessed to have beautiful friends with beautiful children.

Liv's mom, Stacie, told me that Liv loves to pick out funky outfits for herself. She knows how to accessorize and has a natural flair for funky fashion. I wanted to design a tutu for Liv that would bring out that funky side of her personality, yet be fashionable and cute when she wanted it too. I designed the "Funk Rock Princess Tutu" with her in mind. It has hundreds of yards of Hot Pink, Black, Silver and hints of Apple Green Tulle. We went a little longer on this one at a portrait length of 22 inches long. The waistband is wrapped witha funky gray and black ribbon that ties in a bow that can be worn at any angle to change the look of the tutu.

My best friend and photographer extraordinare, Jaime Powell, shot these photos for us at Baron BMW of Kansas City. They have two great buildings for BMW and Mini Cooper. Both buildings are awesomely designed with fun angles and great floors. Jaime is an amazing photographer. She does a lot of work for us at Giggle Bug as well as my family photos. She's the only one that has ever been able to get good pictures of my toddler. If you're looking for someone in the Kansas City area, click Jaime Powell to be directed to her website.

When we arrived at shoot, Liv was ready with some of her own funky accessories for the shoot. She's a natural beauty with a smile that lights up so much you barely need a flash for the camera. Her personality couldn't be more fun to work with. She worked the camera at every angle. The camera loves her! She can be cute in one shot, funky in the next, and simply darling in all the in betweens. I don't think we got a bad picture the entire night. I was so happy with the way the tutu looked on her, I seriously teared up a couple of times. It was a very proud moment for me in so many ways. It was a magical moment having so many that are dear to me be apart of something I love so much!

I've always been proud of Giggle Bug, and as we grow, I become deeper in love with what I do. When we received some of the pictures back from Jaime, I realized that Liv was what I imagined Giggle Bug Boutique would be when I began to create this store. Our motto has always been "where funky meets fashion." And there she was, standing right in front of me wearing my tutu inspired by her... being photographed by my best friend in the world, Jaime Powell. It was a mushy moment...the Funk Rock Princess of Giggle Bug has arrived!

Thank you to Don Lindsey for letting us use the building to shoot the amazing pictures. And thank you to Don and Stacie Lindsey for letting us use their amazingly beautiful daughter, Liv. And of course, a huge thank you to Jaime Powell Photography for being an amazing artist behind the camera as well as the best friend a girl could ask for!

Come check out all of our tutus at Giggle Bug Boutique. I love custom orders, so if you don't see what you want, I will go to the ends of the earth for you to make it happen! And of course, we make tutus for any size...a girl can never have too many tutus!!!!

Giggle Bug Rocks A Celebrity Favorite

It sersiously is no wonder why celebrities like Gwen Stefani, Brooke Burke, Britney Spears, Angelina Jolie and Courtney Cox love Rockin' Baby Slings. They are cool, hip, comfortable and definitely functionable.

Rockin' Baby Slings was started in 2002 by two moms, Lisa McDaniel and Natasha Stanton. The carriers that were available then, did not live up to their fashionista standards. They wanted to create a sling that allowed parents to do their thing without having to compromise their sense of style. And did they ever succeed!

As Rockin’ Baby grew over the years they have found that the most important aspect of making baby slings and pouches is quality. For that reason they do everything here in Los Angeles where we can be sure of quality control. They make sure that all of the fabrics are made of natural fibers, breathable and of high-quality. They are all pre-washed in natural salt water to set the colors, prevent shrinkage, and soften the fabric. All edges on the slings and pouches are overlocked then seamed twice to ensure no tearing or fraying at the edges. They also use 40 lb weight thread as it increases the strength of the Rockin’ Baby Sling and Pouch. The reversible slings are made with 5 yards of fabric. Rockin' Baby pouches are fully adjustable and reversible with zippers, and are made with 3 yards of fabric. They also have slings and pouches out of 100% organic cotton sateen and poplin, using low impact dyes, in their own exclusive Rockin’ Baby prints.

The Rockin' Baby Sling

Rockin’ Baby Slings are reversible ring slings that can be adjusted while on. They are one long piece of fabric that you loop through rings at one end. You can adjust the sling while you are wearing it by pulling on the tail or sides of the tail. You also have the tail to shade baby from the sun or use as a cover while nursing. The sling is a good choice if you plan to share it with loved ones of a number of different sizes because it has such a wide range of adjustment. Rockin’ Baby Slings can be worn in 5 different carrying positions, to match baby’s mood and development, from birth to around 3 years of age or 40 lbs. They come in the original size which fits most body shapes and sizes and in xs for those who are especially petite.

The Rockin' Baby Pouch
Rockin’ Baby Pouches are a single loop of fabric that you put over your head. They are fully adjustable and reversible. They can be adjusted to four different sizes via hidden zippers before they are put on and usually reverse from a print pattern side to a very dad-friendly, solid color. The pouch is a good choice if you would like to put it at a setting, leave it, and go. All of our pouches have a pocket with a Velcro closure in the zipper cover. They come in xs, s/m and m/l sizes. Because each size fits such a wide range of body shapes and types, most couples can share the same pouch. As with the slings, the pouches can be worn in 5 different carrying positions, from nursing to sitting, up to 40 lbs or around 3 years of age.

I don't love them because celebrities love them, but we must not deny the cool factor behind that. I love Rockin' Baby Slings because they are made by moms for moms. And not just for any moms...moms who love to rock their style while carrying around their most precious of possessions.

You can find a full line of Rockin' Baby Slings and Pouches, both original and organic at Giggle Bug Boutique.

Peace~

It's Teeny Weeny Bikini Time

If you shopped for swimwear with us last year, you're familiar with our Lil' Bettie line. They are absolutely fabulous swimsuits for infants, girls, and tweens up to size 16 in some styles. I fell in love with this line last year when we were looking for swimwear that was fun, fashionable, and oh so very hip. I know, that's a common theme at Giggle Bug Boutique, but that's who we are!

Lil' Bettie is a division of Seasise Brands in partnership with Yellow Bug Brazil. They have only been around since 2007. They are always a topic of conversation with our Giggle Bug customers. Why??? Well, you'll have to take a look for yourself, but if I had to guess, I would say it has something to do with the personality and funky attitude they put into each design. These swimsuits are so well made and delicious, I wish I had a little girl to parade at the pool in one. It would be too hard to choose only one. They have bikinis, tankinis and one-piece swimsuits. And for an added bonus, you can also grab a Rash Guard or a cover up skirt or sundress.

To give you a little glimpse of where these stylyes stem from, Lil' Bettie is an offspring of Poko Pano, a designer swim brand based out of Sao Paulo, Brazil that has been in the United States market since 2005. The brand's fun, fashion forward and unique designs have caught the eye of swimwear lovers everywhere; including celebrities like Angie Harmon, Janet Jackson, Beyonce, Elle McPherson, Mischa Barton, and Bridget from "The Girls Next Door". And now your little diva can sport hers too!

The 2009 collection of Lil' Bettie is now available at Giggle Bug Boutique. What's left of the 2008 collection is still available, as well, and most have been discounted. Come on in and check out the new line. They are simply fabulous!