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BABE STA BEAT volume 7: F/W 2016

CLASS PORTRAITS WITH ‘TUDE RYLEE&CRU A FOREST FULL OF DREAMS ARTBASEL CULTURE RICH MIAMI

WITH THE FAM TWINSET BUYING SMART FOR TWO THE LATES IT LIST REVEALS WHAT’S HOTNOW

stay cool WITH Babe sta Beat!

O ptimism and excitement for what’s next and celebrating the cool & unique within all of us—these are things we try to bring you with each issue of the Babesta Beat. And what better way to express this enthusiasm than the exclamation point design motif this season by our friends at NUNUNU. We love it! Definitive, passionate and amplifying by nature—let’s make a pact that this is how we shall enjoy the fall! That level of excitement is seen throughout the children’s world. We see gear brands amping it up with gusto! Brands you love are doing more, making it safer, better and more stylish to stroll, ride in a car, eat, bathe and dress. With innovation comes imagination, and the teams of creative minds that came together to create our fashion stories brought the energy in spades. In Welcome to the Dollhouse , we introduce you to a group of ‘indelicate’ children in a delicate house filled with mirrors, crystal and porcelain. The theatrical yet dark beauty of the story, shot by Lisa Loftus, blended with the always creative sought-after clothing of Bobo Choses, makes for a magical experience. Class Portrait , shot by Elliston Lutz, gives a more personalized spin on the classic portrait, embracing the fun and spirit of the subjects, members of the selfie generation, clearly adept at projecting who they really are. Lastly, in Space Odyssey , shot also by Elliston Lutz, we integrated props like forward-looking Samsung Oculus and (nod to retro culture) giant space invader necklaces (found at Blue Tree), acknowledging the fact that the future is lit with the stars of the past quite literally. There’s so much to see this season and more is coming. Keep an eye on our site as we add more features to make shopping even more fun. And watch our calendar of events, we’re always trying to come up with great reasons to get together and celebrate the cool of being a city kid! JENN, AZ & THE BABESTA TEAM SHOP THE CATALOG

Exclamation pants by NUNUNU , 28575, $62.

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SHOUTOUTS

Jennifer Cattaui

Creative Director Editorial Director Production Director Art Director Graphic Designer

Aslan Cattaui Chandra Sweet

Pia Finnigan

Articles Editor Photo Editor

Danielle Orefice

Elliston Lutz Lisa Loftus

Fashion Photographer Fashion Photographer

Michel Onofrio

Fashion Stylist

Special thanks to: Ashley Bryce, Amanda Redden, Samantha McLean-Derra, Brittany Rodriguez, Alana Robinson, Stephanapolis Brayke, Kenny DeMoya, Griffin LaFleur

Class Portrait , p. 38

For more great content, check out our Bobo Choses collection micro-site , with articles, how-tos, insider info on the shoot, magic, the creative team and more! babesta.com/this-is-bobo

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Around Town , p. 4

Latest & Greatest , p.8

Superior Interiors , p.36

Superior Interiors , p.34

WHAT’S INSIDE

Go To Gear , p.30

It List , p.14

Welcome to the Dollhouse , p.62

In Love with Rylee & Cru, p22

Space Odyssey , p. 48

Around Town Weekend warrier to-dos.

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Style Setter Toys & books have never been so fun

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Latest & Greatest What’s rockin’ the baby & kids world. “It” List Trends to toast for a stylish season. In Love: Rylee & Cru Behind the scenes with Instagram darling Rylee & Cru. Greetings from Miami Hitting Art Basel with your fam. Twin Set Two’s a charm with the right gear. Hey Mama! Girl power with Hey Mama Co.

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Can’t.Live.Without A rocking horse to remember.

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Class Portrait Back to school selfie style.

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Space Odyssey Fall fashion brings us to the moon and back. Welcome to the Dollhouse Something magical is happening this season in Bobo Choses’ collection.

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Go To Gear Fall and winter must-haves!

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Superior Interiors All you need for awesome playrooms, baby & youth rooms.

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DON’T MISS WHO SHOT SPORTS Key sports moments (think “Shot heard round the world,” “I don’t believe what I just saw”) recorded forever with all the drama and adrenaline ridden excitement by sports photographers spanning the past 150+ years, are curated into a new photo exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum . Funny, momentous & plain awe-inspiring moments (some quicker than the blink of an eye, but not the shutter) live indelibly in the shared consciousness of pop culture. Through January 8th 2017.

AroundTown It’s autumn adventure-time! Here’s a round up of what’s on our calendars—both in and out of the city—from an afternoon at Google’s HQ to Kusama in Connecticut. T his fall , it ’ s time to get back into your city life with a bang! With beaches behind you, culture is calling. Sports fans will love the new exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum, Who Shot Sports: A Photographic History 1843 to the Present , where key moments of high drama on the field, track and court that were captured by sports photographers are on display. The Cooper Hewitt also hosts a cool exhibit with a new take on

Female designers at the height of their game bring works from three continents together. Yesterday’s waste becomes today’s fashionable treasures by designers Luisa Cevese, Christina Kim&Reiko Sudo. Scraps: Fashion, VISIT | COOPER HEWITT ‘SCRAPS’ Textiles and Creative Reuse at the Cooper Hewitt presents more than 40 works exploring sustainability. Sept. 23rd-, 2016 —April 16, 2017.

OPEN HOUSE NYC Come on in, you’re invited! For a weekend the doors are open to all of the awe-inspiring architecture and experiences the city has to offer. An annual event, tour-goers get a sneak peek of residential and commercial spaces around the 5 boroughs. Sign up for a tour, talk or stop by to one of the buildings that is ‘no reservations required.’ Popular past tours include Google’s HQ and a bike tour of NYC’s greatest myths, hoaxes and urban legends. October 15 & 16th.

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GET LOW | LOWLINE Open on weekends until March 2017, Lowline Lab showcases the solar technology and horticulture experiments that will be germane in constructing the world’s first underground park. The ambitious project is hoping to be realized by 2020. For now, check out the free community space and the team’s vision. 140 Essex Street open weekends from 11am to 5pm.

SO-GLOW | MORNINGSIDE LIGHTS Now in its 5th year, Morningside Lights is a community tradition. Families can watch or participate in the artistic diversity of the lanterns lighting up Morningside Park after dark. Saturday September 24th at 8pm.

LIGHT IT UP | DYKER LIGHTS Although most holiday traditions never go out of style, for a truly illuminating experience, this neighborhood light extravaganza is truly a sight to be seen! Tour the grand homes & displays going up right after Thanksgiving. 400 homes shine bright. We suggest you hop into a bus at Union Square & let A Slice of Brooklyn Bus Tours shed some light on the spectacle. Enjoy every night in December except Christmas &Christmas Eve.

fashion and sustainability, celebrating creative reuse of materials in Scraps . October brings a few more fun opps for families, start ing with Open House NYC where you can get a one day peek into city landmarks, architectural wonders and experiences like Google’s HQ and the Highline. Get your retro fix with the Muppet exhibit at the Museum of the Moving Image. For holiday time, don’t miss Dyker Lights —Take a 3.5 hour bus tour by A Slice of Brooklyn Bus Tours to view the highlights of the high voltage extravaganza or explore on your own. Getting out of town? Don’t miss artist Yayoi Kusama’s installation, Narcissus Garden, at The Glass House in New Canaan, Connecticut. Have fun!

CHECK OUT | YAYOI KUSAMA The Glass House plays host to the iconic, modernist Yayoi Kusama’s new steel pumpkin and landscape installation. Yayoi Kusama: Narcissus Garden celebrates both the 10th anniversary of the Glass House being open to the public and Philip Johnson’s 110th birthday, and pairs the artist and architects’ visions. In September, Kusama creates an “infinity room” displaying her signature polka dots, symbols of the individual among the billion of particles in the world. Presented Sept. 1st -26th.

VISIT | MUPPET MAKER Kermit + the Swedish Chef pair up to illustrate Jim Henson’s career in the media. Coming this fall, the Museum of the Moving Image adds a permanent gallery dedicated to Henson’s work. Close to 500 puppets, scripts, behind the scenes footage will be on display from Sesame Street to the Muppet Show.

Credits, clockwise: Photo by Matthew Murphy; Courtesy of the LowLine; Courtesy of A Slice of Brooklyn Tour Group; Courtesy of Museum of the Moving Image/Henson Co; Courtesy of Phillip Johnson/The Glass House.

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Latest & Greatest

N ature inspires B ugaboo ’ s newest special edition Cameleon stroller. We love the soft, serene ombre col orway, moving from stone grey to sea blue, alluding to a gentle wave on the shoreline. Elements features a new herringbone fabric on the bassinet, seat and canopy, giving a natural, unrefined texture. The Bugaboo Cameleon 3 Elements stroller is a limited edition all-in-one featuring a black faux leather handlebar and additional seatliner, blue on one side, pink on the other, with a leaf-shaped pattern. The details and soft beauty of this stroller make it stand out, naturally. Bugaboo’s latest strollers will make you want to have another! ELEMENTS OF STYLE

Bugaboo Cameleon 3 Complete Elements stroller , 30235, $1319. Below : Bugaboo Weekender Donkey mono stroller , 30232, $1499.

BLUES TRAVELER

T he new B ugaboo Donkey Weekender, launching October 2016, is the ultimate ride for your next jaunt to the countryside. The sporty yet elegant stroller is luxurious in tailored blue-grey fabric and cognac faux leather trim, giving that high street appeal. But, the travel-ready luggage side-bag is the real innovation. The gorgeous carry-on can be used seamlessly snapped onto the stroller or off. So pack your bag for the next adventure off road or on, the Donkey will have you sojourning in style. In store October 2016.

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Janod playsets bring the fun to work PLAYING WORK I t ’ s that time of year when kids are turning in their beach time pails and shovels for accoutrements of indoor pursuits. Enter Janod, the favored modern wooden toy company. We love their super-sized ‘pretend play’ environments, that allow kids to try on playing cook, carpenter, student, and more. These make great gifts for a special occasion or holiday. Work has never been so fun!

Janod desk and chair , 27059, $130.

Babymel Floral brights backpack , 30352, $28; Spaceman zip backpack , 30353, $28; Dinosaur covered backpack , 30354, $23.

BACKPACK ADVENTURE

B ritish design brand Babymel London, known for its diaper bags, adds school essentials for kids to the mix. Zip & Zoe, their latest line of carryalls features the illustrations of NYC-based artist Matthew Langille, who brings to life Zip & Zoe’s adorable and quirky world on backpacks and insulated lunch bags, each with a story, keyring or musical tag. We love that these bags are equal parts playful, practical and imaginative.

The Library Keepsake Box: Baby , 27507, $80; The Library Keepsake Box: School , 27505, $70.

SAVOR IT Storage for milestones

P reserve the big . Celebrate the small. Savor it all. That’s the motto by modern mothers Jennifer Nevins & Karla the Losen, who created keepsake organization company Savor, teaching new parents (and the less organizationally savvy who need a method) to keep track of all those mementos. Specific tools are always a plus and Savor has divided their keepsake system into a baby box (ages 1-4) and school age box (ages 4+) with 50+ labels to guide you along. When choosing what to keep, we always think less is more. Children’s art work is more memorable when you save a few truly special pieces. How to choose? Let your kids decide what is special to them and then get creative with the extra.

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F irst , start with the clean lines and beautifully executed furniture design of the Oeuf collection. Then, add the heart, soul and fun (e.g. Oeuf’s decor & accessories) as this is where the magic happens. The collection tells the tale of a quirky, fun, colorful world of rainbows, gold-toothed or braces-celebrating smiles, punch buggies and limousines, and oddities such as a gold-watched canine and a roguish fox. The needlepoint pillows, woven in wool and sourced from Peru make a great accent on a bed or chair, and the blankets, stuffies and rugs are just the accoutrements that will add the right dose of fun to a child’s room. Love is a sentiment that repeats throughout the collection and you can feel the love (and the resultant smile) that most defnitely crossed the face of each and every person from idea to execution, as they bring these perfectly silly, yet beautiful, goodies to life. FINISHING TOUCH The fun stuff by Oeuf

Oeuf gold tooth pillow , 30283, $76.

Oeuf cassette pillow , 30220, $80; Rainbow pillow , 30350, $82; Hot sauce pillow , 30349, $80.

Egg pillow , 30287, $76; Banana pillow , 30281, $72; Love rug , 30348, $260.

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F amed I talian design brand Kartell has taken their signature plastic-molding technology into the kids’ sphere and the result is pop art magic. Plastic silhouettes have been transformed into contemporary furniture and toys appealing to a child’s sense of play and a parent’s sense of style. Phillipe Starck, and an A-team of internationally known designers are behind these playful pieces for 3-8 year olds. We love this mashup of elegance & quality with a fresh, lighthearted charm. KARTELL KIDS Plastic fantastic

Lou Lou ghost chairs , fall/winter 2016.

T here ’ s a new kid on the road. Nuna, best known for the Pipa infant car seat, welcomes an addition to the family: RAVA. RAVA, a convertible car seat, is gear that will grow with your child. While rear-facing, the seat is comfy for children up to 50 lbs, offering 2 inches more leg room than most seats. Forward facing, the seat is suitable for kids up to 65 lbs. Yes, there is 10 position head support, a cupholder that can tuck away, and loads of nifty features, but the real magic is in the installation. It’s super simple and that means happy parents and safer kids!T RAVE ABOUT RAVA

Rava convertible car seat , 30351, $450.

TROLL TRAINERS

Anthony Troll sneakers , 30329, $80.

Hello nostalgia! Princess Poppy + Branch (aka Anna Kendrick + JT) take us on an adventure to save their village in Trolls , themuch anticipated film for kids and millennials alike, releasing this November. Featuring the eye-popping world of the iconic colored-hair dolls, the 3D flick is equal parts comedy and heart. And in antitipation, our friends at the uber-cool shoe brand AKid have launched special Troll kicks dotted with the wild haired pencil toppers.We dig ’em!

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ISN’T IT WANDERFUL C ybex queues up its next amazing collaboration, this time with design wunderkind, Marcel Wanders. We are smitten with the high chair, bouncer and designer toys, that are embroidered with florals and monster face graffiti, seamlessly blending handicraft with high modern. Both high chair and bouncer are made with a beechwood finish and chrome-plated steel. And for storage, meet the Cybex x Wanders Hausschwein, a little piggy plucked from a fanciful fairy tale, oh-so stylish, with a matelasse print on the derriere of the porker.

Cybex x Marcel Wanders high chair ; Hausschwein , prices not yet available .

Introducing a new brand to the Babesta line-up: Dutailier. We were very impressed by their grow with me Pomelo collection—when you pur chase the bed, you get everything you need to transform it to both a tod dler bed, and, get this, a twin! The beautiful 100% hardwood walnut material is luxurious and the design is modern. Many of their gliders have a good modern shape perfect for the city, and offer recline at the press of a button (you can opt for a remote), and the an option of Technogel, a cutting edge material that makes the chair shockingly comfy! www.babesta.com/dutailier.com. MICUNA I n a nursery furniture world dominated by birch, walnut and white, Spanish furniture company Micuna breaks the mold and takes out a paint set of soft hues inspired by dream destinations. The palette includes spindle sets in Tabarca (blue), Provenza (purple) and Kenya (pink and red) and crib bases in birch or white. The Life crib converts into an adorable toddler bed (pictured) for when baby grows up. Color me stylish

Life crib base , 27643, $650; Life crib spindle set purple , 27644, $349. Toddler bed spindle set , 30373, $380.

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SKIP HOP BAGS T he H ighline collection of diaper bags have us at hello! These haute bags are still functional as can be (no one does a diaper bag like Skip Hop) but are in luxe materials and even more style savvy shapes. We love when a diaper bag can be mistaken for a de signer handbag—the only ‘tell’ being that sweet tot you’ve got in tow! Choose from the Highline tote and backpack, both offered in oyster stripe and black granite. The tote features two distinct silhouettes, while the convertible backpack can be worn as a tote, crossbody or backpack. Both models of course can clip to the stroller using hidden stroller clips. The refined bag features 100% Napa leather detailing.

Highline diaper tote bag-black , 30105, $170.

Highline convertible backpack black , 30103, $200.

Highline convertible backpack-striped , 30104, $200.

NOBODINOZ In da clubhouse!

W elcome to the chicest lounge for the under 10 set. There’s no ID required, but we cannot guarantee there won’t be a secret password. Barcelona-based Nobodinoz creates the ultimate in imaginary play with their Ibiza home and teepee. Solidly crafted for indoor and outdoor play, you can create a cozy nook with pillows and rugs for story-time, or bring your shelter of choice to a grassy spot and let your little one’s imagination run wild. Make-believe possibilities are endless.

Ibiza wooden home , 27657, $260; Zig Zag teepee , 27661, $198.

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Outerspace romper , 29263, $56. 1

Final Frontier It’s outta this world!

Clockwise: Man in the moon sweater , 28293, $80; Isidora star dress , 28697, $169 Bella patch faux fur coat , 28680, $289.

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Festive fall is here again! Bring on the texture, color, layering and fun!

2 From left : NO! Neon leggings , 28593, $44; Quotation sweatshirt , 28536, $59, Velvet baggy pants , 28573, $59; Exclamation romper , 28659, $57. Punctuation Pro Mind your grammar in style.

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Who Let The Dogs Out? Tail wagging fashion.

Poodle rain jacket , 28280, $64.

4 Nora fuzzy rabbit dress , 27844, $86.

Rabbit hooded romper , 28473, $76.

Hip Hop Hooray Some bunny loves bunnies this season.

Miffy sweatshirt , 29271, $49.

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Desert cactus tee , 28968, $36; Cactus landscape leggings , 29408, $69.

5 SXSW Southwestern charm!

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Coldfront Couture From left : Chill puff beanie , 29012, $26; Party animal puff beanie , 29011, $26; Siberia penguin jacket , 28739, $246. Brrr-ing it on!

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7 R is for Reptile It’s easy to be green!

Clockwise: Skull hooded romper , 28662, $60; Skull patch baggy pants , 30069, $59; Skull Atticus boots , 29307, $80.

Sparkle snake neck sweatshirt , 27852, $96.

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Skull zip hoodie , 28508, $78.

Heads up!

Frog knit sweater , 28758, $104.

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Nosh on This 9 Yum is the word!

Clockwise : Donut Stockholm sweater , 28285, $76; Sunny side up egg socks , 29088, $9; Donut worry sweatshirt , 29056, $44.

10 Primary Palette Singing the red, yellow and blues!

From left: Keira marked up romper , 28050, $82; Color block packaway puff jacket , 28305, $110.

From top : Classic POP sweatshirt , 28244, $54; POP skirt , 28251, $36.

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Hop on Pop

Rockin’ the punchy palindrome.

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From top : Jimmy winter boots dark blue , 29793, $70; Jimmy winter boots black , 23472, $70.

12 Shearling Style No more cold feet!

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Clockwise from top : Roe deer tee , 28417, $58; Bear wink sweatshirt , 28410, $54; Secret forest tunic tee , 28340, $42; Jungle cat booties , 27972, $74; Roe deer leggings , 28440, $46.

13 Forest Friends Creature fashion feature. Left: Black bear sweatshirt, 28105, $54, Black bear sweatpants, 28111, $48; Black bear long John romper , 28165, $59.

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Horsing Around Neigh, yeah! 15

From left : Running horse leggings , 29411, $69; Hipster horse sweatshirt , 29415, $TK.

Tom Petty moon hooded tee , 29620, $39; Bruce Springsteen snaptee , 29632, $38.

14 From top : Penguin face fuzzy sweater , 29188, $86; Wink tights , 28722, $28; Penguin face snaptee , 29119, $44; Heart knit sweater , 28750, $104. Face it

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Rock the fashion house! Greatest Hits

A stylish smile saves the day!

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RYLEE &CRU Fall in love with

W hat makes the children ’ s brand with a muted palette and delicate , hand - drawn illustrations such a fan favorite ? R ylee & C ru delivers nostalgic childrenswear with dreamy photography , capturing the imagination of nearly 70,000 I nstagram followers and countless other devotees . T he brand ’ s ascent to the top of the indie children ’ s market is much like their designs — no hocus pocus , just an authentic focus on creating charming , minimalistic yet artistic designs that connect with both parent and child . W e talked to founder K elli M urray to find out more about the coveted brand . on creating Rylee + Cru “Rylee + Cru was really a culmination of all of my past experiences. It was merging my love for fashion and design, my love for illustration, and my love for my kids. It just felt like this is what I was always meant to do. It’s a lot of trial and error. I probably spend the most time on artwork...creating it and then figuring out what belongs where. I CAD it all up on my computer and play around with a ton of different options before making any final design decisions. My “throw away” pile is usually a lot deeper than my “keep” pile...

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My dad started a screen printing business out of our garage when I was a baby, which he then built into a successful business with over 50 employees. Because of that I was always exposed to the world of screen printing and design. This was part of the reason I decided to go to design school. Straight out of college I started working for him and was able to help build a brand from the ground up with a team of other designers there. A lot of the skills I learned working for him are what I am now using in developing Rylee &Cru.” on family life “I was born in Chicago but have always called San Diego home. I’ve lived here since I was 2. My family and I live in a small beach town in North County called Encinitas. We love it here and I can’t really imagine being anywhere else. My daughter Rylee is in pre-school and my son Cru is just 1. Rylee loves dresses and accessories! Anything that lets her “twirl.” Fortunately, she still doesn’t put up much of a fight about the things I pick out for her, so I will enjoy that for as long as she lets me. Even though we (my husband Sam Larson of Lone Flag and me) are in similar fields of work, our jobs don’t intersect much. So when he is in need of encouragement, I am able to be that. And when I am in a rut or need a fresh perspective, he is able to provide that. Both of us working for ourselves and doing separate entrepreneurial jobs definitely brings its challenges (especially while raising babies), but I think it also allows us to understand and support each other better. I want to see him reach his goals and he wants to see me passionate about what I am doing. It somehow just works. For us, time together has been our biggest sacrifice and something we are always trying to get more of. At the end of the day, we both know that our family is more important than any of our career pursuits, so we try to always keep that in the forefront of our minds while still working really hard to make things happen. The tough part about owning your own business, especially a creative one, is that the wheels never stop turning and there is always something more to do. I’ve had to really discipline myself with my time and create boundaries. I have to be intentional about the time I spend with my husband, my kids and my friends... otherwise my workaholic tendencies can easily take over.” on Instagram: “I had no idea what to expect—I really didn’t anticipate such a great response. I take some of the photos, but I also work with a talented photographer friend, Jackie Wonders, on most of our studio and lifestyle shoots. I am careful of how I curate my feed so that it best represents our brand, but it’s not what I think of when creating the collection. Since we’ve started, I’ve learned so much. Mainly that mamas are passionate about the clothes they put their babies in! Going into this, I didn’t know how much opportunity there was out there for children’s brands. Now, a year and a half later, I realize there is not only opportunity, but it’s an industry that is really exploding and I am so excited to be a part of it. The most rewarding part is happy customers. People who appreciate what we do and love the clothes we make. I’m also so thankful I get to wake up every day and do what I love for a living.”

I knew my illustrations would easily lend themselves to children’s wear. It really didn’t seem so daunting to try. I was more worried about if people would like it or not, but I always told myself, “What’s the worst that could happen!?” I have a blog where I share about my family, my style, and good design. [Womenswear designer] dRA and I connected through that and had worked on some social media collaborations together in the past. She knew I was not only a blogger but a designer as well, and she reached out to me about collaborating on some signature prints for her women’s line. It was a no-brainer for me. It’s been fun to see my prints on womenswear...on pieces I myself can actually wear! I hope that this is something I can be doing for a really long time. …there are a lot of product categories I hope to venture into including home, accessories, swimwear and womenswear. I feel like there is still so much room for growth.” on inspiration “Nature has always been one of my biggest inspirations—also books, memories, my own kids, and other creative friends I have in real life and online. I grew up visiting my grandparents’ cabin in Wisconsin for many winters. This [AW 16] collection was somewhat inspired by my own nostalgia of the time I spent there as a child. Thick forest was all around us, we often saw a herd of deer passing through and on occasion a grizzly bear. The night sky was as black as coal and the stars shined so bright it felt like you could reach out and touch them. It all felt so magical as a child, it only seemed fitting to work these fond memories into a collection.

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miami Greetings from PASSPORTED’S HENLEY VASQUEZ

photos courtesy of Art Basel Miami and Faena Hotel.

J ust when you thought you had to throw in the beach towel for your fantasy see - and - be - seen modern art sojourn to M iami ( or find a sleepover sitter ) fear not ! A rt B asel M iami , when planned right , can be a perfect family get away , ticking the boxes of culture and fun . “I think any destination, and any event, can be kid friendly, if you plan it right,” says Henley Vasquez, co-founder of luxury family travel company Passported. “What’s not to love about a good beach, good food and colorful art?” We got the scoop about artful away-time in sunny Florida from the jetsetting Vazquez, equal parts entrepreneur, journalist and travel agent. Where do we stay? I love all the hotels in mid-beach, up in the 30s and 40s. You’re close enough to the dining and nightlife scene (and it’s easy to get across to the arty stuff in the Design District and Wynwood) but not in the thick of South Beach crowds. The new Faena is hands-down the place to score a room right now but I still love the Edition, which has two pools so adults can chill by one and the other is more family oriented. The other new place a lot of families are liking is the 1 Hotel. It’s a little farther south

TALKS ART BASEL WITH YOUR FAM - WHY NOT!

than I like to stay, and a little bigger than I generally like, but they have rooms with two king beds—unheard of!—that are a great fit for a family who doesn’t want to splurge on a suite or connecting room, plus all the linens are organic and there’s a Soul Cycle if you need to keep a fitness routine going. What sort of prep ahead of time should I do? Start by booking your flight and hotels. Rooms sell out well ahead of time, and prices are high, so if you know where you want to be and don’t want to pay a fortune for it, the sooner you book, the better. Then figure out what exhibits are on, which galleries have the shows that interest you and your crew, and where the parties are that you want to attend. Dinner reservations and a good babysitter are key to making evenings run smoothly (those both book up, too). Are there events that are kid-friendly or geared toward families at ABM? Anything outdoors, like films or performances in Collins or SoundScape Parks, are a good bet with kids. But even at the Convention Center, the Miami Children’s Museum sets up a playroom for kids ages

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Left from top : Damien Hirst’s Gone But Not Forgotten, a golden mammoth on display at Faena Miami Beach; the pool at Faena Miami Beach, Vasquez’s top pick to stay. The hotel features “Faena Play” daily, a kids’ program with custom activities including private art tours, interactive culinary experiences and swimming lessons. The hotel also features child-friendly room amenities. Right : Visitors enjoy the bright modern art at Art Basel Miami (2015). Opposite page : Galerie Perrotin at Art Basel Miami (2015).

4 to 12 where parents can drop their minis to do art projects while they walk the show.

a conversation that, while uncomfortable, isn’t a bad one to have. But it’s okay to scoot quickly beyond something that you’re not ready for kids to see. Any other tips or “don’t miss” ideas for this year’s extravaganza? If you have young kids transitioning out of a stroller, bring it anyway. And snacks! The Convention Center is huge, and carrying a 30 lb 3-year-old through it won’t let you enjoy the show. hotels in Miami, so give us a buzz if you’re trying to get yourself in. We’ve stayed in almost every good hotel in town ourselves, too, so we can give you the ins and outs of the rooms, service and food. If the resort prices seem too crazed, we also have a local apartment rental person who can help find alternatives. We don’t have an in-house concierge, but we’ll get you hooked up with a place to stay (most of the hotels we work with also throw in free breakfast, spa credits and room upgrades for our clients, too), then tell you our favorite places to eat and what to see and do with your family. The concierge at the hotel is the right guy to score you the table, but we’ll point you in the right direction. Have you guys organized such a trip through Passported? What can we expect? We work really closely with all the best

What about nightlife? How do I elegantly shed the kids and enjoy a party? A lot of the parties happen in hotels, and a lot of the hotels have nightclubs that host events. If you’re nervous about straying too far while your children are with a sitter, plan to attend the parties that are just an elevator ride away. (And don’t worry about the noise—request a high floor and you won’t hear a thing). Trusting that you have a good sitter with the kids makes the whole thing easier. I’m lucky that I have in-laws in Miami that will take the kids, but my friends swear by The Babysitting Company . They’d be my first call if I didn’t have the grandparents on duty. What makes the modern art scene, in your estimation, a great choice for a family? The color, the interactivity, the elements of performance...these are things that capture everyone’s attention and imagination. While I can’t claim to understand much of what I see, I find it easier to cruise with the kids than “Old Masters.” There can be some NSFK moments—how do you handle or avoid them? I think for the most part, at a big art show, there are so many things to look at that if you come across something inappropriate, just keep moving. Young ones may not have even noticed what you saw. The themes likely to come up that will make you squirm are sex, poverty and violence, so if you have older kids, this could kickstart

N eed - to - know R esources : The Date: December 1-4, 2016 The Scene: Artbasel.com/miami-beach The Details: Passported.com The Kids: thebabysittingcompany.com The Hotel: faena.com/miami-beach

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WE GOT TO sit down with Jen Genel, pre and postpartum New York associate at Twin Love Concierge, a premium maternity service exclusively for parents of multiples, to get some great advice for two-sies. Although we have many clients with twins, Twin Love Concierge is our go-to resource when questions that take extra expertise come up! “When you’re having twins it can become overwhelming very quickly. Knowing what’s essential to buy and what doesn’t need to be purchased is key,” Genel says. A mother of twins herself, she started down this path out of necessity, on a quest to find the best information for herself. Genel knows that the ever-challenging lack of space in the city is of even greater importance when you’re talking twins: “Factor in the space in which you live, and your lifestyle. Those living in apartments have to really think about how much their space can hold.” We all know raising kids in the city is both rewarding and challenging, but if you master the basics (sleeping, eating and strolling), you’re well on your way to “call the round” with your perfect pair. TALKING TWINS WITH TWIN LOVE CONCIERGE

WHY WE LOVE IT: VERY NATURAL, MOST LIKE MOM!

Comotomo bottle 8oz. , 30291, $14.

Sleeping: “As long as twins are positioned a correct distance apart they can share a crib for up to 3 months of age. We use 3 months as our maximum cutoff as that is when some babies start to roll and it could potentially turn into a dangerous situation. We refer to the proper crib arrangement now as a naked crib—so mattress, waterproof mattress protector, crib sheet and no blankets, pillows, toys or any items that can potentially become a SIDS risk. And of course keep babies on their back!” Eating: “When your twins are first born, you’re typically feeding them every 3 hours. We teach our families how to put their twins on a feeding schedule. Without a schedule, you will be feeding your babies around the clock and never have a moment to catch your breath. We also educate our families on how to feed the babies together whether you are nursing or bottle feeding. As far as gliders go, we always recommend that you buy one with low arm rests, so you can easily accommodate a nursing pillow and of course your two little ones.” Strolling: “Side by side or tandem? Our city families are looking for terrific light, sturdy strollers with lots of storage space. Their stroller ultimately becomes an extension of their apartment. Getting around the city with twins can be tricky. It’s hard to get up and down those subway steps and in order to ride the bus, you must fold up your stroller. Walking is really the best way to move about. NYC is such an amazing city to walk around. Get on some cute, comfy kicks—put your twins in their stroller and head out the door.”

Image courtesy of Bugaboo

WHY WE LOVE IT: LOW ARMRESTS FOR EASY FEEDING

Delta glider , 30363, $1129; Ottoman , 30364, $349.

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Bouncer balance soft , 10149, $199.95.

SIDE BY SIDE STROLLER GREAT WHEELS, LOADS OF FLEXIBILITY AND CUSTOMIZATION

Bugaboo donkey stroller, black frame , 22064, $1279.05; Duo extension kit , 22067, $330.05; Tailored fabric set , 17206, $119.95.

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TANDEM STROLLER NARROW FOOTPRINT AND AWESOME STORAGE

Niche pillow , 24062, $100; Sophie the giraffe , 11208, $26.

G-Link , 27107, $499.95.

UMBRELLA STROLLER EASY FOLD, NEWBORN READY & SIMPLE SOLUTION

Sena travel crib , 21713, $249.95.

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HEYMAMA B ehind the successful heymama business lies friends, partners and of course mamas. Katya Libin and Amri Kibbler have channeled their skills in marketing and fashion to provide a community for mothers who want to bond, draw inspiration and work together. Fast friends, the two ladies behind the entrepreneurial website, actually met through their daughters. A playdate in McCarren Park ignited the first conversation for heymama.co—the pair segued from discussing Amri’s potential food blog, to conceiving the current network that today has interviewed power mamas like Ivanka Trump and Ali Webb (Drybar), and brings together business-minded and creative mothers all across the world. Not only impacting their peers, the partners feel the effect of their buisiness at home. “I think having a parent in a startup has given [their children] a real sense of the way people work now, that you can build your business from the ground up,” explains Amri. We were lucky enough to chat with the mamas behind the mamas about their business, girl power and what’s next for heymama. You see things from both sides—your own journey and the entrepreneurial journeys of the women in your network. What does it take to be a successful entrepreneur? Katya: Endless positivity and focus, a true fire within that doesn’t burn out. Amri: As an entrepreneur you have to be ready to roll with the punches as every day is different. This means that not only do you never get bored, but you also have to do it ALL yourself. It really helps to go into it with a great partner that you trust. What ties the women that you profile together—personal attributes or points of view? K: All of the women we interview have a crazy fire under their ass and passion which we admire. It doesn’t slow down when they have kids, it just gives them a greater purpose to do what they do and have it all, even for a few minutes a day. What we saw at The Great Jane, our retreat in Ojai this May, is that whether she was a speaker or an attendee, every mama had something she’d been through and could speak to. heymama’s events and platform just gives them an opportunity to do that.

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One of our favorite pages on your site is the Discover page. What was your concept here? K: Having a way for mamas to find each other, connect on interests and collaborate. We found this was the best way for us to do that and we hope people use it to discover mamas in their city. We’ll be adding new functionality soon too, so stay tuned! What are the challenges you see that women in the work force still face today? K: Great question. Equal pay for equal work. That’s why starting your own company gives you so much more control. I guess I shouldn’t talk about politics, but what about the fact that we’ve nearly broken the ultimate glass ceiling? Any words on the election? A: It would be crazy to say that it’s not exciting to have a woman be so close in the election, and actually in grasp of the presidency. It would be a huge milestone for us. (However personally, I am not behind any of the candidates this election 100%.) We’ve met some pretty cool entrepreneurs through you guys— Hello Sitter and Natti Natti, to name a few! How do you learn about these amazing women and their businesses? K: Word of mouth! We have so many members introduce us to other mamas just getting their businesses going, and it feels so good to help someone along their path. A: Lots of Instagram and just talking to people. Mamas are great about supporting each other! We’ve been lucky enough to have

Playdate go-to McCarren Park, Brooklyn.

people believe in what we’re doing and they recommend other mamas they love to us and so on. This is how the network has organically developed and expanded. What defines a ‘cool mama’? K: Someone who knows herself but is always growing. She has a strong sense of style and identity and most importantly she’s someone with a great attitude. A: Someone who wants to share her experiences and help other people, while remaining excited and curious about life. What are you most looking forward to this fall? K: We have so many exciting events and projects in the works; a series of workshops and panels in NYC and other cities to help working mamas get the skills they need in business, and the next Great Jane retreat. Oh, did we mention NYFW? How do you see heymama evolving? K: Our goal is to build local communities in different cities to support mamas along their journeys. We’re excited to have launched in Denver this past summer with the help of our local ambassadors. We’re in the midst of planning the next Great Jane retreat this fall, and are focusing heavily on sharing incredible stories on heymama.co and in our newweekly newsletter. Any lasting thoughts? K: One email can change your life. Thanks to those who helped us and we hope we can do the same to further your dreams and businesses in some way, big or small. A: You have to believe in yourself. Waking in the morning and starting the day with positive thoughts can change the world. We wanted to build a network of empowering mamas and we did it!

Katya & Amri founders of heymama.co

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somedaymy prints And that day is today! The counterpoint of basic black and cool grey is here and it’s got personality! willcome

Silky soft dream blanket - batik , 30323, $60.

Original carrier - dots , 27313, $120.

Cybex Priam butterfly frame - terrain , 30321, $650; Lux Seat - Butterfly , 30322, $450.

Duo signature bag , 27140, $65.

Clek Oobr booster seat - Tokidoki space , 27115, $380.

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W elcome to life with your new baby. You thought the clutter was under control but now every thing seems out of place. It might take a little creativity (and stacking) but your apartment can re turn to zen mode or at least look like it has, says Sharon Lowenheim, a.k.a. ‘Organizing Goddess.’ “It’s all about the edit,” she says. Be selective about what you keep for posterity and group similar things together so it’s easier to find what you need. Also, she notes, “use the city landscape as a guide and think skyscrapers—buy tall storage units that maximize space. Don’t worry about baby not being able to reach everything.” The certified organizer cites her long-term strategy’s under pinnings: “When baby starts to crawl, you’ll be glad that there are high places to keep certain things out of reach.” An extra perk. TOP 5 APPS THAT WILL SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE 1. Venmo 2. Cozi Dot Org We know that having kids means a lot more stuff! We chatted with professional organizer, Sharon Lowenheim, to get some tips on how to manage the chaos in style and serenity.

3. Housepad 4. Hello Sitter 5. Wunderlist AND A COUPLE FOR THE KIDS! 1. DuoLingo 2. Musical.ly 3. Live.ly 4. Funimate 5. Hausschwein Run

Bugaboo smartphone holder , 30372, $35; Bugaboo zip organizer , 30371, $40.

Oeuf vertical mini library , 24376, $678.

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FOOTMUFF BUFF GEEKING OUT ON FOOTMUFFS What’s the big diff between footmuffs? Babesta breaks it down! C onfounded by what your winter strategy will be? With choices that range from lightweight and midweight, to extra warm puffer and sheepskin, it can feel a bit confusing. Just like ‘stroller sprawl’ you don’t want to fill your home with mountains of muffs. But, again, just like strollers, a couple well chosen warmers will take you the distance, until baby is strutting to school with a jean jacket, leather bomber or packable down, as the season requires.

These are if you are dressing your child in her winter warms and just need an extra layer. Blankets normally do, like the Bugaboo wool blanket and the Aden & Anais Dream blanket. For actual footmuffs, the Pooki Poncho Light is a good choice, as it’s a single layer stroller blanket that doubles as a cover for your front carri er. The light version of the cover does not include the heavier fleece in the regular Pookie Poncho. The topper gives just enough weight to keep baby comfy. LIGHTWEIGHT FOOTMUFFS

Pookie Poncho light , 30369, $98; Bugaboo soft wool blanket , 30366, $110.

MULTI-SEASON FOOTMUFFS

Seasons change, and so do needs in the footmuff department, so Skip Hop and 7AM smartly created some 3-in-1 solutions where you can manage the heat as needed.

Bugaboo Elements footmuff , 30236, $160; Bee igloo striped footmuff (small) 30324, $102.

MID-WEIGHT FOOTMUFFS

The stroller companies generally make a mean muff that perfectly matches the stroller—case in point Bugaboo and BabyZen’s signature footmuffs. Another great choice: 7AM’s Bee igloo model. These are perfect for the fall and early spring seasons, when it’s crisp but not chilly. They can extend through thewinter aswell, but don’t forget baby’s coat andhat!

Baby shield double footmuff, 15550, $138; Stroll + Go 3 season footmuff , 30325, $80.

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HEAVYWEIGHTS (BRRR)

Elks & Angels snugpod , 7585, $259; Bugaboo performance footmuff , 12344, $190.

Winters canbeharsh in thecityand for that blusteryperiod, we swear by the212blanket by7AMEnfant, theBugabooHighPerformance footmuff, and theElks&AngelsSnugpod. Puffer material keepsbaby toastyandahooddoes wonders for keeping theheat in. In fact, baby might just beplain-clothed in the footmuff as the warmer does the jobof awinter coat andhat! The puffer footmuffs are machine washable which adds convenience. Interestingly, the natural sheepskin footmuff (which does need a professional clean) is warming in the winter and cooling in the summer so it doesn’t have to retire after the season. Just zip off the front and use it as a moisture wicking stroller liner.

212 footmuff in heather grey , 24123, $210.

CARRIER & CAR SEAT FOOTMUFFS!

Carriers and car seats have their own crop of footmuffs. 7AM Enfant makes an awesome carrier cover that doubles as a single ply stroller blanket called the Pookie Poncho. Ergo & Baby Bjorn also make their own that can cover baby seamlessly. As for car seats, this is important! According to the Car Seat Lady, Alisa Baer, never have bulky coats or thick footmuffs on baby when riding in the car. She helped 7AM design the perfect muffs that are as safe as they are stylish. The NIDO and Easy Cover by 7AM Enfant are backless so there is no bulk added and the baby sits directly on the car seat.

NOT JUST FOR STROLLERS!

Pookie poncho light , 8663, $98; Stroll & go 3 season footmuff by Skip Hop , 30326, $100; Quilted easy cover , 30370, $69.

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