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Fashionable Mom Claudia Schiffer's New Cashmere Sweater Line

Supermodel and mom Claudia Schiffer's new cashmere sweater line will debut Net-a-Porter.com later this month. Schiffer tells the NY Times Blog the line consists of “simple but well-cut dresses and tops that you can throw on with leggings and boots for the school run, and pair with a great pair of earrings or a cool cuff for dinner.’’

I am a sweater and leggings girl year round and her sweaters look fabulous. They are the perfect layering piece that you can just put on to take the kids to school. The chunky sweaters are also perfect for when you are pregnant or just when you still need to loose those last 10 pounds of baby weight.

The new line is in collaboration with the German knitwear label Iris von Arnim. (Schiffer herself is German.) Prices range from $400 to $1,600 for chunky-knit jackets, dresses, and boyfriend sweaters.

See the collection on Net-a-Porter.com.

(Photo: NY Times)

Watch Claudia Schiffer's video interview as she talks about her new sweater line and her career in modeling.

Isabella Oliver Maternity Summer Sale - Up to 50% off

Stock up on maternity fashion with Isabella Oliver's summer sale. I love being able to stock up on the essentials like t-shirts and tanks which turn out to be everyday wear when you are pregnant. My favorites are the Ruched T (now from $32.50), the Ruched Cami (now from $24.50), and the Kimono Top (now from $45.50). They are perfect pieces for layering!

Tea Collection for Kids - Fall 2011 Preview

I visited the Tea Collection studios in San Francisco recently and got a first glimpse into their new fall 2011 collection for kids. (You can see my women's fall 2011 preview post on Coquette here.) If you don't know already, Tea is one of my favorite kids clothing brands because their clothes are not only stylish but they are actually clothes that kids can live their life in everyday from the playground to school.

This season's theme (they have a new locale each season) is "Modern Mexico". From shirred tops and dresses for girls to Lucha Libre/Dia de los Muertos themed clothing for boys, I love how the designers infused touches of Mexico with a fresh look for today's kid. Tea clothing can also grow with your kid. Take it from my who has a 2.5 year old who wears 4 year old clothing! All pants have adjustable waistbands and some have reinforce knee areas.

Don't even get me started on the prints. Aren't they cute? They are by far my favorite and I can't wait to dress up Chloe in these pieces as part of her Back to School wardrobe when she starts preschool this September. Here is is wearing the Bird of Paradise Dress ($39) and the Secret Garden Top ($35). One of my favorite things about their clothing is the way you can layer them and mix and match the pieces. For me, in SF this is essential as the weather here can be sunny one minute, then windy and cold the next. Chloe already loves her new outfits that work perfectly for us when we are out and about or just cuddling little Lulu. For the red flower embroidered tee, I love that Chloe chose to accessorize it with her little bead necklaces and bracelet.

Check out the new arrivals for girls and boys on the Tea Collection web site. Get a head start on some Back to School shopping!

More photos from the Tea studio visit and photos from their fall photoshoot are after the jump!

Note: Chloe's Bird of Pardise Dress and Secret Garden Top in 3rd photo were gifted by Tea Collection.

Calypso St. Barth for Target: Great Summer Picks for Babies and Girls

The Calypso St. Barth for Target collection is a great way to stock up on some summer essentials for your baby girl/todder, or girl. See more of my women's picks on Coquette. I actually got the Toddler Girls' Printed Dress in Aqua ($16.99) so we could match. Why not? The price was right. The dress also comes in infant sizes ($14.99).

Here are some of my favorites:

Tie Dye Print 2pc Short Set - Toddler ($18.99)

Toddler Girls' 1-Piece Swimsuit in Lime ($12.99)

Toddler Girls' Cover-Up Tunic ($12.99)

Infant Girls' Romper ($12.99)

Tory Burch Kids

I'm finding it's hard to resist clothing for little girls, especially when they are so cute and stylish like these mini me versions from Tory Burch. Even though kids grow up fast, I find it nice for photos or special events to buy at least 1 or 2 super stylish clothes each season that will give you a break from the usual Old Navy or Gymboree staples. That little leopard printed sweater is just too chic!

Pictured above are my favorites: Kids Lydia Polo ($45), Kids Tory Tunic ($95), Kids Long Sleeve Heart Tee ($65), and Kids Printed Simone ($110)

Old Navy Maternity Sweaters

When I was pregnant I shopped for the maternity wear essentials at Old Navy. I didn't get a chance to stock up on sweaters since I was large mostly in the summer and early fall when it's warm here in San Francisco. If you are pregnant now in this cold winter, I recommend this Old Navy Maternity Jersey Wrap Cardigan in Purple Broach (on sale for $15). You can't beat the price or the color. You'll probably be able to cozy up with the baby in this cardigan later on as well!

Here are more great Old Navy Maternity Sweaters:

Maternity Metallic Open-Weave Sweaters (on sale for $17.99)

Maternity Pleated-Collar Sweater Coat (on sale for $39.99)

Maternity Belted Boyfriend Cardigan ($29.50)

Maternity Empire V-Neck Sweater (on sale for $12.99)

Anthropologie Kids

I took a step into Anthropologie a few days ago and to my surprise found some of the cutest kids clothes I've ever seen. Yes, it's pricey but for a nice birthday or holiday outfit, it's worth it. I picked up this Sparkly Stripes Dress ($78) and the matching Petal Present Hat ($38) for Chloe to wear for her first birthday in a week or so, as well as I'm sure over the holidays. They even have a couple cute things for little boys, although most of the collection is obviously for girls.

Here are some of my favorites:

Hide & Seek Sweaterdress ($88)

Purse Pocket Cardi ($68)

Spotty Sweater Skirt ($58)

Beary Cute Hoodie ($78)

Slowpoke Cap ($38)

Knit-Fox Scarves

Little girls can wrap themselves up in a cozy knit Mini Foks scarves like a true fashionista! I love how they are like little knit toy foxes. Pictured above is Crocus ($48) and below is Ash ($48) by Celaplu on Etsy.

[ via Swiss Miss ]

Coats for Boys

Today I'm rounding up some cute coats for boys. I love this Plaid Peacoat ($68 at Janie and Jack) and this Sherpa Jacket ($34) both from Janie and Jack.

Here are more great coats:

Classic Lined Biker Jacket (On sale for $20.65 at Pumpkin Patch)

Three-in-One Faux Fur Hooded Jacket ($88 at Janie and Jack)

Wool-Blend Toggle Coats ($36.50 at Old Navy)

Reversible Quilted Vest (On sale for $20 at Old Navy)

Coats for Girls

I love coats and with winter coming am looking forward to getting Chloe a cute small collection of them for winter life. From Mini Boden, I love this classic Peacoat ($62) and this Cosy Gilet ($38).

Here are more great coats for girls:

Spotty Coat ($88 at Mini Boden)

Faux-fur bomber jacket ($34.50 at GapKids)

Quilted Warmest jacket ($68 at GapKids)

Greendog Little Girl Faux-Fur Vest ($34 at Macys)

Juicy Couture Faux Fur Coat ($248 at Juicy Couture)

Tomorrow we'll look at coats for boys!