MAU Fashion for the Seven-Year-Old

I have always taken our kids out for their yearly photos until this year. Slipped through the cracks and all.

This big girl just turned 7 last month, and one night, I caught a wild hair to curl her hair, put on a cute dress, and snap some photos. So, that's what we did. 

We had this beautiful, comfortable, knit dress from MAU hanging in her closet, waiting for just the right opportunity. The sunset was dreamy, the bugs were chirping, and we headed to the outskirts for photos.

I met Lena online, and fell in love with her clothing line. It was simple, feminine, and stylish. We quickly decided to collaborate, and I'm so grateful we did. Learning stories of other moms who have gifts and talents that they need to share is my favorite part of all of this. 

MAU was founded in 2013 by Lena Taricina  young mother with an active lifestyle . Lena came up with the idea for the brand in St. Petersburg, where she studied costume design at the Stieglitz Art and Industry Academy. But the brand’s main development has started in Vilnius (Lithuania), after Lena graduated and has given birth to her daughter, Mira. She realized that there is a big need for comfortable yet stylish clothes. That was when Lena decided on the direction of her brand  knitted street fashion. MAU efficiently stands out from the variety of similar brands due to its unique cut and interesting soft shapes. MAU clothes bring ultimate comfort to both children and their mothers: only natural fabrics, only authentic colors, only quality threads, only creative ideas all of these make MAU recognizable and popular brand.

MAU secret is very simple: we truly think about people wearing our clothes. We want to go beyond simple comfort: our clothes are as cozy as a chili evening in front of the fireplace. We want our clothes to be safe for sensitive child skin: we choose best fabrics and make our threads soft. We definitely do not want our clothes to be boring, so we make playful designs that bring joy and happiness to our customers!

Today MAU consists not only of Lena Taricina, her daughter, her talent and her love for work. Today MAU brings together young creative people from different countries and different fields: photographers, writers, artists, bloggers all these people are happy to help Lena making her dream come true. MAU is not just a brand for young girls, children and their mothers: MAU has become alive with its heart beating with love for all of you!

Lena has a wide variety of clothing for kids and adults! They are comfortable, fashionable, and made from the hands of a woman who wants to share her talents with the world. Follow MAU on Instagram and Facebook to stay up-to-date with the newest fashions.

Go Babe | Review

Have you ever seen an outfit more perfectly suited to this girl's personality? No, you haven't. 

You guys know I love my collaborations and this is a front runner for being my favorite. I got to meet Molly on Etsy, and she has this award-winning collection of clothing for kids. Her signature style? Rompers. Even more, you know I love a mompreneur with a passion and a message.

Molly is a mompreneur to the max. THIS is why I fell in love with her first: 

Go Babe truly started when I was a little girl. At seven years old, my mom would find me up until midnight, stitching together a pair of pants I had designed for the next day. I have always had a passion for creating, and when we had our first child, motherhood offered limitless opportunities to sew adorable things. Go Babe’s first product was a sling, and then diaper bags, nursing scarves, snuggle blankets, diaper & wipes clutches, travel changing pads, and wet bags. From the beginning, my goal was to make functional items that were eye-catching and on trend.

I also knew I wanted to fabricate goods from high quality, organic fabrics that are both good to the environment and good for my kids. Fabric shopping is my favorite addiction. Recently I was asked how I choose my fabrics. I replied, "I don’t choose. I just buy them all!"

This past year was a milestone as I implemented original designs into our fabric collection. As you scroll through items like Go Babe’s Kicky Pants, you’ll discover prints and patterns that can only be found at Go Babe!

In 2012, our oldest daughter, Payton, died from a genetic disease called SMA. A pediatric version of ALS, we had just a few months between her diagnosis and her death. This changed everything, including the purpose of Go Babe. Today, a percentage of sales go to the Gwendolyn Strong Foundation; you can find out more about their work at theGSF.org.

So I invite you into my business, into my product, and into my passion. When you make a purchase from Go Babe, you’re purchasing leggings that not only will become your favorite, but will one day be remaining proof that childhood reigned here: Summer days with watermelon drips. First walks on a grassy hill. Mud pies leaving evidence on thighs. These items are worthy of the keepsake box as they represent memories of your babe on the go.

Every item can be made as a matching set or each piece completely unique--you choose!

Awards and Recognitions:
Go Babe is Down East Magazine Editor’s Choice “Best of Maine: Kids Apparel for a Cause.”
Go Babe’s lush baby blankets were Australia’s babyology.com “Etsy Find of the Day,” and ranked #2 overall in their favorite baby blankets.

So, y'all, she's amazing, she's strong, she's creative, and her message is carried throughout her work. Please go bless the crap out of her buy purchasing some of her merchandise. Added bonus is that your kids will look fuhrickin' cute! Follow GoBabe on Etsy, Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram to stay current on new styles and sales!

Molly, thank you for letting me brag on you and your shop. You are an inspiration to me!

Friday Favorite | HarperLoveLittles

We're a hat family. Ball caps, beanies, lumberjacky furry hats. We love them. I have had the hardest time finding amazing trucker hats for my kids! Enter: HarperLoveLittles. These hats are adorable! 

 

Tawni put a new twist on an old favorite: soft, darling fabric to make a unique look. The hats are comfortable, true-to-size, and I want every single one for my kidlets. If you know us, we have turned into a bit of an outdoorsy family, so these two hats could not fit these kiddos any better.

As if she wasn't cool enough, Tawni left the fashion industry to raise her little ones, but couldn't stay away and now runs this great Etsy shop!

Sometimes he doesn't like to model when he's cold. I can't imagine why.

You're in love with these hats, I know. Now go buy out the shop for all the littles in your life who need more Christmas gifts! This month, Tawni is offering a discount on shipping with the code: christmascheer. Follow HarperLoveLittles on Instagram for monthly coupon codes and promotions!

Thank you, Tawni, for letting my kids rock these ADORABLE hats! We love your shop so much!

Friday Favorite | Be Still Clothing Co.

You don't see me much in front of the camera, but these are too good for me to hide behind the lens. Be Still Clothing Co. is one of our favorites. Faith-based, fashionable tees. Throw in leopard-print shoes and tutus, and I am suddenly a model.

"Be Still Clothing Company was started in December 2013 as a means to bring hope to the hopeless, strength to the weak, and comfort to those in pain. Exodus 14:14 says “The Lord will fight for you; you need only to BE STILL,” and Psalm 46:10 says "BE STILL and know that I am God." These verses have been a source of strength to so many in their time of need.  Be Still Clothing Company wants to share this truth with others through our clothing in a fashionable and comfortable way."

If I can teach this green-eyed, blonde-haired ball of sunshine anything, it is to be herself boldly, unabashedly, bravely. We talk a lot about being genuine - genuinely loving people, genuinely taking interest in people, and genuinely loving people. These are some of her best qualities, and reinforcing them with a cute leotard only helps!

RUN, do not walk, and get your Be Still tees for all of your loved ones for Christmas. The deadline for Christmas orders is next week, so be sure to buy them out! Tell them I sent you!

For the latest fashions, discounts and giveaways, follow Be Still Clothing Co. on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram! 

Thank you, Marissa, for letting us showcase your beautiful, inspiring tees. We absolutely adore your company and all that you stand for.

Photo credit: Maren Miller & my hubbypoo.

Friday Favorite | The Littlest Pog

The Littlest Pog is now my favorite shop on Etsy. I can't tell you how much I am obsessed with these tees. I need them in every size for the rest of the boys' lives. That's how amazing they are. 

Randi is this amazing woman who works at a children's advocacy center as a forensic interviewer, but comes home to two boys and a hubby, and needs a space to create and decompress:

"Enter The Littlest Pog. What started as just a little side hobby of creating has become so much more than that to me. It truly is my escape from the scary stuff that I hear about every day. It's a chance for me to surround myself and others with something light and bright and cheerful. Because Lord knows we have enough rough stuff in the world."

The shirts are soft American Apparel tees, so you know they are comfy. And cute. Hello! It's buffalo check. 

Thank you, Randi, for letting my boys model your tees and for letting me brag on you! Follow The Littlest Pog on Instagram & Facebook for deals & giveaways!