Kids Posh Togs

If like me you are still experiencing the disruptive snow and are feeling cold and miserable, take heart as some of the new items for Spring / Summer 2011 are beginning to come through.  Feast your eyes on the previews and get your shopping list ready!

This lovely reversible UV swimsuit for girls in pink or blue has a cute elephant motif on the front and is part of an lovely swimwear range that includes bikinis and UV protection tops and t-shirts to wear by the pool or on the beach.

Available in sizes from 1-12 years.

Protecting the eyes from the harsh rays of the sun will not only keep you comfortable, but it will also help to keep the eyes healthy.  It makes sense then to start young and help protect children’s eyes from as early as possible.

These stylish sunglasses from Emmanuelle Khanh are a miniature version of the famous 8080 sunglasses.  Designed and created especially to fit the smaller faces of  children, these sunglasses are suitable for ages 8-14 and have a brown tortoiseshell frame.  They are unisex so can be worn by boys and girls alike.

Teach your child to protect their eyes from the harsh rays of the sun at a early age before damage has been done.  In addition to a full brimmed sun-hat, a pair of UV protection sunglasses are very helpful.

What is especially useful with these sunglasses is that they have a removable safety strap which lessens the likelihood of small children loosing them.  Also, the lenses are made from unbreakable polycarbonate and as the sunglasses are suitable for children from 36 months+, that is a really important feature.

Available in 4 different colourways and presented in their own plastic carry case for protection when not in use.

Children just love playing in water whether it is on the beach or by the pool and with the Summer holidays not too far away, now is the time to be kitting them out with new swimming suits / trunks and associated accessories.  The thing with children is that they are in and out of the water all the time.  Getting them dried in between times especially if it is cold and windy is a real pain, and then you have to get the towel dry for when you need it the next time!

These towelling ponchos are a much better idea than towels for getting little ones dried and comfortable.  Just pop them on after being in the water and the children are warm and dry in no time, and can run around and play at the same time which is much more fun for them.  Also, by being covered up they are getting a little protection from the harmful rays of the sun too.

The first two ponchos are for babies and toddlers up to the age of 2 years, whilst the bottom two will fit children between 2 – 10 years.

Hopefully where you are it is as gorgeous as it is here today.  A beautiful blue sky and hours of bright sunshine, although it is still quite cold.  After the lengthy winter we have had, I’m not complaining though!

With thoughts of the summer ahead, I’ve decided today to bring you an item that will be much sought after during the holiday season.  Float suits are great for small children who perhaps are only learning to swim.  They give reassurance to the child and therefore help build confidence in the water.  The individual floats inside the band around the waist can be removed separately as the need arises and less dependence is required of them.

What is even better about this float suit is the fact that it is a UV protection suit too!  Whilst you can buy the two items separately it makes sense to have both functions provided by one item.  With a UV protection factor of 50 you can be happy in the knowledge that your child is having extra protection against the harmful rays of the sun, yet still having fun.

Last date for ordering in time for Christmas – 23rdDecember 2009!

It isn’t too late to buy that perfect outfit for your little one to wear for Christmas.  At Childrensalon last order date for Christmas delivery is 23rd December 2009 for the UK, 22nd December for the USA and 21st December for the rest of the world.  As a special Christmas treat for UK delivery, standard delivery is now free until 23rd December 2009 (for orders over £50)!  Not only are there some fabulous new outfits to tempt you, but also 386 different products are currently being offered at sale prices – what are you waiting for?

It may be winter outside and very dreary weather, but the holidays will soon be upon us and many people are planning to jet off to escape the miserable weather and soak up a bit of sun.  Depending on where you go, some people may find themselves in quite strong sun, where it is imperative to ensure all family members are well protected from the harsh rays of the sun.  No-one is more vulnerable than small children.

These Zoggs UV sun hats in deep blue or pink are very deep so will ensure heads and necks are well covered.

Other items of sun protection for children are also available.

Every once in a while we bring you items from Baby Curls – usually the Sarah Louise christening wear collections, but also some baby swimwear or sleeping bags.  Therefore, we thought you’d be pleased to know that Baby Curls have just released a voucher code, which enables you to receive 10% off your order.  Simply enter the code:  BABYCURLS10 at checkout, to receive your discount.  Offer is until 31/12/2009 only.

Standard UK delivery is FREE too.

We brought you some of these items last summer, but thought it appropriate to promote them again.  With personal experience of the dangers of too much exposure to the sun in those early childhood days, we at Kids-Posh-Togs can’t urge you enough to ensure that the delicate skin on your child is protected sufficiently.  That is why we love these all-in-one suits and separates.  Made to give protection of 50+ SPF, these items don’t cost the earth but are priceless if they can save children from the trauma of skin cancer in later life.  (Of course any exposed skin outside these items needs to be adequately coated in high factor suncream).  The added bonus is that these items also keep you warm, which is particularly helpful when used on our British beaches!

Unfortunately, until new stocks arrive, many of these products are selling out and only one or two sizes remain in some cases.  However it is worth having a look to see if the apprpriate size is available for your child.