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Archive for September 2008

Carletto Turtleneck by Album di Famiglia Featured in The New York Times

carletto turtleneck elbow patch album di famiglia

Album di Famiglia’s “Carletto” Elbow Patch Turtleneck defines luxury children’s clothing with is sophistication and superior quality. In keeping up with this season’s Preppy trend, the elbow patches are reminiscent of professors’ blazers that are brimming with character. The cozy and super-soft fleece like material will keep your little one warm. Throw on a pair of trousers and he’ll be good to go.

Read the The New York Times article here.

Estella Announces Charity Partnership With Action Against Hunger Donating Proceeds from Retail Transactions

Estella, a leading retailer of Baby Clothes, Designer Children’s Clothes & Unique Kids Clothes, today announced the debut of their back to school clothes and partnership with Action Against Hunger, a charity devoted to fighting hunger in more than 40 countries. For every purchase made from Estella this Fall and Winter, the retailer of contemporary fashions designed for children, will donate one Plumpy’Nut to a child in need. Featured on CBS’s 60 minutes and other prominent media, Plumpy’nut is a prepackaged, easy to administer peanut butter based concoction that helps severely malnourished children (6 months to 5 years old) recover from starvation.

Estella kicks off this charitable campaign with the arrival of its back to school collection of designer children’s clothes and fall apparel including kids shirts, shorts, dresses, coats, outerwear, trousers and pants for boys and girls, unisex baby clothes, baby boy and baby girl clothes.

“This charitable campaign is designed to raise awareness of a little known breakthrough cure for a big disease afflicting less fortunate babies and kids, the same age as the children our store caters to,” said Estella co-founder Chike Chukwulozie. “As an African-born American, I have witnessed childhood starvation and am excited to be doing something about it. While Estella’s campaign will not eradicate childhood starvation, we can help raise awareness and save a few lives,” added Mr. Chukwulozie.

One of the first lines to arrive that will benefit this hunger fighting program is European designer Album di Famiglia. Estella introduced this European designer to New York and online in 2003 and has now collaborated with Album di Famiglia to launch a line of baby onesie rompers. Exclusive to Estella, these striped one-piece rompers are modern, stylish, cashmere soft, yet practical and easy to care for. Made with machine washable cotton, these one-piece bodysuits make great baby gifts or baby shower gifts.

With the launch of its back to school season, Estella is also proud to debut European designer, Mormor. This Danish designer makes its US debut at Estella with hand knit baby sweaters, baby knits, kids sweaters and kids knits. In addition, Estella will be making other prominent designer debuts later this fall with the inclusion of Add; Belgian artisans Max & Lola and Simple Kids; French designers Hartford Kids & Bon Bon; British designer Caramel Baby & Child; American designers Kit+Lili, Kingsley and One Kid (luxury, yet affordable Baby coats, girls coats and boys coats); and many other high end brands perfect for Fall apparel and back to school attire.

With an appearance in September’s Cookie Magazine, Estella’s Back to School and Fall Season is already making a splash with significant contributions going towards the Action Against Hunger campaign. “Our goal at Estella is to provide customers with unique fashions that are distinctive yet practical, comfortable, yet contemporary and to do so with civic responsibility. With our collaboration with Action Against Hunger and prominent designer collections, we have squarely met this goal this season.” stated Mr. Chukwulozie.

With appearances in The New York Times, Elle Magazine, Dailycandy.com, CNN.com, Vogue, InStyle, NBC’s Today Show, Town & Country, US Weekly and numerous other publications, blogs and web sites, Estella is the leader in baby clothes and designer Kids clothes. For more information on Estella or to start shopping for unique baby clothes and kids clothes, please visit http://www.estella-nyc.com.

About Estella
Renowned as the source for cutting-edge kids clothes, Estella has quietly established itself as the designer infant clothing shop that celebrities, stylists, royalty and those in the know look to when they want something fresh. Featuring distinctive and unique baby clothes and kids’ clothes that are brought to life with modern designs, incredible detail, unusual colors and sumptuous fabrics, Estella’s innovative approach offers gorgeous items selected for beauty and character. Founded in 2002, Estella is privately held and headquartered in New York, NY. For more information about Estella, please visit the company’s web site at http://www.estella-nyc.com.

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Unique Kids Clothes; Bow Tie Bunny Dress by Anne Kurris

anee kurris girls bunny dressShe’ll be the envy of every girl this Fall with the Bow Tie Bunny Dress by Anne Kurris. Hip and casual, the cotton jersey dress ties at the neck and has slight ruching on the cap of the sleeves. A large rabbit print is the focal point of the dress so she can make a bold statement everywhere she goes. This dress is one of our favorite pieces this season from Anne Kurris’ hip children’s clothing collection that is inspired by retro prints, ruffles and eye-catching design.

Unique European Baby Gifts; MorMor’s Hand-Knit Pacifier Holder

MorMor Hand-Knit baby pacifier holderMorMor is a Denmark -based company whose claim to fame is that their youngest employee is a 68 years old. Every garment is hand-knitted with love and care by these “grandmas” who sign every piece they finish. The result is a beautifully retro, yet chic, collection of European Baby Clothing that remind us of the things our own grandmas lovingly make…only much, much better!

If you aren’t already convinced by the story alone, one look at MorMor’s Hand-knit Gold Baby Pacifier Holder will change your mind. This isn’t your everyday pacifier holder that is mass manufactured, but rather a one-of-a-kind piece of art! Your baby will look stylish while this handy device keeps their pacifier close to them and off the ground. Great as a Luxury Newborn Gift!

Unique Kids Clothes; One Kid Reversible Outerwear

one kid down vest reversibleI think it’s a safe bet to say that we all enjoy having a choice. With One Kid’s Unique Kids Clothing, choice is as important as warmth, comfort and aesthetic appeal. Kids can choose which color they prefer to wear that day simply by reversing their vest or coat. The down filling retains much coveted warmth while the polyester shell resists moisture and staining, making this One Kid reversible vest ideal for the active kid who won’t let chilly weather keep him in. The One Kid outerwear collection features varieties of styles and colors to please even the pickiest kids. We saved the best for last; One Kid outerwear is all machine washable and dryer-safe – an absolute must-have this winter!

Fall Favorites; Nicola Levy’s Merino Knit Mitten Sweater

Nicola Levy Merino Mitten Baby SweaterMissing and mismatched mittens will no longer be a problem with this gorgeous Nicola Levy Mitten Baby Sweater. Soft as ever with its luxurious merino and angora blend knit, this baby sweater features Nicola Levy’s signature tassel and a contrasting stripe knit on the hood and attached mittens. When not in use, the mittens can be buttoned up to the sleeve. Look to Nicola Levy’s Fall collection for Unique Designer Baby clothes as they are all handmade in the UK.

The Perfect Baby Gift; Estella’s Booties

silver baby bootiesAre you tired of relentlessly searching for the perfect newborn gift? Look no further because Estella’s Glam Silver Baby Booties and Bronze Baby Booties do the trick every time. Unexpected, unique and full of panache, these booties are sure to be a hit at the next baby shower. An adorable heart stitching adorns the shell and soles and the velcro enclosure ensures the booties stay on every time. Not only do they make fabulous baby gifts, but they are also the perfect compliment to our chic Designer Baby Clothing.

New Arrivals in Designer Kid’s Clothes; Kingsley Einstein Twofer

Kingsley Einstein Twofer T-Shirt

Kingsley, the Designer Kid’s Clothing line of witty t-shirts that have attracted a cult following, has introduced its newest Fall designs. One of our favorites of the bunch is this Einstein twofer t-shirt, an homage to the late physicist that changed the world with his innovative genius. This t-shirt aims to inspire a whole new generation of thinkers and features the formula Albert was best known for, E=mc². The popular “twofer” style looks great with jeans. Wild Albert Einstein hair-do not included.

Designer Baby Clothing Staples; Simple Kids Silk Print Dress

simple kids leaf print silk dress babyReminiscent of the the beautiful pattern of fallen leaves this season, the Simple Kids Silk Leaf Print Baby Dress will have heads turning everywhere she goes. Upon closer inspection of the seemingly simple silhouette is a variety of intricate details; the bib inset is pleated with subtle pintucks below it, a single button keyhole closure adorns the back and the sleeve is slightly ruched to create “puffed” look. Pair with dark tights and throw a cardigan over for a chic and easy Fall look. A Designer baby clothing staple to every stylish girl’s wardrobe.

(Available in sizes up to age 6)

Winner of Estella’s Silver Cross Dazzle Contest!

Silver Cross Dazzle Neon PinkEstella would like to Congratulate Marissa Feinstein for being the winner of our Silver Cross Dazzle stroller contest that took place earlier this summer. The mother of a 8-month old baby girl and a New York City resident, Marissa knows a thing or two about the difficulties of transporting a bulky stroller around, especially when the stroller needs to be folded up into the trunks of different vehicles. She says “I currently use the Bugaboo Cameleon. While this is great for walking around the city, it’s a pain to get in and out of cars or taxi’s.” Since using the Dazzle, Marissa has praised the ease-of-use and quick and efficient folding process, even receiving compliments from other mothers!

The Silver Cross Dazzle, with its streamlined design in bold, eye-catching colors, makes a great Mom’s Gift and compliments our selection of Designer Baby Clothes.

View all of our strollers here…