Thursday 22 March 2012

What to pack for the little jetsetters


It may have been a while since you planned your vacation around a school Spring Break schedule, but now that you vacation according to your child’s school calendar, getting out of town for relaxation and respite is all the more sweet. Packing the perfect designer baby clothes will help ensure smooth sailing throughout the week-long escape.

It’s best to plan three coordinating outfits for children aged six months to four years, for each day you are away. The first outfit of the day should be comfy, cool, and kept away from sand. This outfit works for all non-beach activities. Dagmar Daley Gingham rompers are beautiful 100 per cent cotton one-piece coveralls for children up to 18 months.

For older girls, the Mayoral polka dot jumper offers practicality and style. Little Ella (by Ella Moss) tunic and legging sets are perfect vacation frocks for the mini-me set and come in sizes three to six months. These coordinating sets are practical and stylish enough to do double time in the evening. Another evening favourite is the white and navy dress from Elephanito with simple sailor style.

For the beach, sun protection and practicality are key. While two-pieces can be too cute to resist, one-piece suits are better for sun protection. Pack three suits for a six-day excursion. Bundle favourites are beachwear specialist Stella Cove swimsuits, with racer backs, halters and traditional two-strap designs with prints that pop! Gingham sun hats with Velcro straps are a must, and we adore the purple Stella Cove Fergalicious cover-up dress. These also make adorable baby and baby shower gifts.

Boys benefit from the simple style of sailor-striped rompers from Minihaha and Tea Collection. Mayoral twill cargo Bermuda shorts with belt are very versatile and easy to pair with any top. My favourite this season is the Stella Cove Kravitz Board Short with a repeating bright parrot pattern.

Allison O’Neill, owner, Bundle Boutique X

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