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Got girls? Must have …

October 4, 2013 By admin

Does your daughter have a collection of dolls?  Are some more important than others?  If she insists on taking that favorite doll, teddy bear or whatever on your vacation, the last thing you want to do is bring along the toy stroller.

I hereby introduce you to the must have accessory for traveling with dolls.

Globetrotting Mommy - Must have travel accessory for girls

Globetrotting Mommy – Must have travel accessory for girls

This cute Doll Front Carrier Sac from Pottery Barn Kids lets girls look and feel just like a mommy as they tote their babes near and far.  It’s way more civilized than stuffing their fave creatures into a backpack and you can have it personalized making it a great birthday or holiday present.

What’s your favorite must have travel accessory?

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Fall fashion trend for …

October 3, 2013 By admin

Remember how cute Tom Cruise was in Top Gun?  Your little guys are sure to look even cuter in this new pilot bomber jacket from Le Top.

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Globetrotting Mommy – Fall Fashion Bomber Jacket

Modern military trends are huge for fall and this casual and comfy “To the Rescue” Rescue Pilot bomber jacket and aviator hat will please fashionable moms and boys alike.

Globetrotting Mommy - Fall Fashion

Globetrotting Mommy – Fall Fashion Bomber Jacket

This classic army green brushed twill rescue pilot bomber jacket features all-American patches and heroic flight wings, sherpa collar and khaki quilted lining for added comfort and warmth.

Ask your little pilot where he wants to go, zip it up while he’s thinking and you’re good to go.

Bon voyage…

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The Map Necklace: A most …

September 24, 2013 By admin

You know how hard it is to find a present for that person who has everything? I love this unique gift idea for the impossible to please guy or girl!

Introducing The Map Necklace from Three Jane…

Globetrotting Mommy - The Map Necklace

Globetrotting Mommy – The Map Necklace

You choose the address (from anywhere in the world!) and Jewelry Designer Katie Schloss custom designs a necklace, bracelet or cuff links!  Your personal location is highlighted with a crystal stone and the surrounding streets are engraved onto the 14K gold plate.

You’ll have a lot of fun deciding on your map…think childhood home, spot you met your spouse, where you got engaged or married, best family vacation, favorite landmark or hotel, summer camp, college, or hospital where you gave birth, etc.  For more personalization, you can engrave the back.

Globetrotting Mommy - The Map Necklace

Globetrotting Mommy – The Map Necklace

Can’t decide on just one spot?  Get a few and wear them layered.

These make great gifts for moms, dads, grandparents as well as older kids heading off to camp, college or a semester abroad.

What would you choose for yours?

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2 CommentsFiled Under: Fashion, Great Gifts, Hotels, Just for Boys, Just for Dads, Just for Girls, Just for Moms, Maps, Products I love, Travel Tagged With: great gift, jewelry, keepsake, map bracelet, map cufflinks, map necklace, necklace, Travel

Goodbye ponytail…hello …

September 19, 2013 By admin

Do you spend so much time getting your kids dressed in the morning only to realize you have a whole four minutes left to get yourself out the door.  Pretty much every single day, right?

I’ve got some good news for busy on-the-go moms!  We can now say goodbye to boring mommy ponytails and hello to chic and easy top knots…

I attended NYC’s Fashion Forward Conference last week (yes, I was at Fashion Week!) and this little goody was in my goody bag…I hereby introduce you to The WRAP UP™, the newest addition to my favorite hair accessories list…

Globetrotting Mommy - The WRAP UP

Globetrotting Mommy – The WRAP UP

You put your ponytail through the center slot, pull it up towards the end and simply roll it down and fluff the hair around the base. Sounds complicated but I swear the whole thing takes about 20 seconds! Voila. Here I am testing my mad hair skills at the Sarah Potempa booth last week.

Globetrotting Mommy - The WRAP UP

Globetrotting Mommy – The WRAP UP

So much more sophisticated than that boring ponytail, right?  Works at home or away…playground, supermarket, date night, stroll around Paris, early morning safari.  You get the picture.

The WRAP UP™ is perfect for all ladies with shoulder length or longer hair (with long or no layers) and makes a great gift for a new mom.  Available in yellow, brown or black, you’ll definitely want to stock up on these for your next trip.

What are some of your favorite hair accessories?

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1 CommentFiled Under: Beauty, Don't travel without, Fashion, Great Gifts, Just for Moms, Products I love, reviews Tagged With: busy moms, fashion, Fashion Forward, hair, hair accessories, ponytail, Travel

Back-to-School Shopping: …

September 11, 2013 By admin

Does your little girl insist on wearing a dress every day?  Does the dress need to be twirly?  Can it only be pink, red or cotton candy blue?  Yes, yes, and yes.  Welcome to my world!!!

It’s back-to-school shopping time so I thought I’d round up some globally inspired girly girl dresses that will please moms and daughters alike!

Globetrotting Mommy - Back to School Shopping - Masala Baby India Rose

Globetrotting Mommy – Back to School Shopping – Masala Baby India Rose

These gorgeous dresses from Masala Baby’s India Rose collection feature comfortable styles and beautiful Indian prints.  They are just right with tights for fall, with leggings for winter and with sandals for spring and summer. And when they outgrow them as a dress, they will be just as perfect as a tunic top.  A great choice for your budding fashionista.

And, if her little sister wants to match, check out the Kolam Coral or Diamond Net Pink sets from the Mini Masala Twosies collection.  Matchy matchy is so very cute on the under 10-set.

Have you finished all your back-to-school shopping???

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Back-to-school or traveling? …

August 26, 2013 By admin

Tis the season for back-to-school shopping!  Here are some of the best backpacks for school and travel.

Skip Hop makes the cutest stuff and their Zoo Packs Little Kid Backpacks are just adorable.  Your tot will have a hard time deciding between the 16 animals – think ladybug, monkey, zebra, giraffe, frog, shark, and more.  These mini-backpacks are the perfect size and you can get matching lunch bags too.

Globetrotting Mommy - Best Backpacks Skip Hop Zoo Pack Backpack

Globetrotting Mommy – Best Backpacks Skip Hop Zoo Pack Backpack

This Girls’ Tulle-Around Backpack from J.Crew will please any wanna-be princess.  Available in bright berry or ivory, this is just the pick for your girly girl.

Globetrotting Mommy - Best Backpacks Girls' Tulle-Around Backpack

Globetrotting Mommy – Best Backpacks Girls’ Tulle-Around Backpack

Shark week anyone?  This shiny silver Shark backpack is great for school or a scuba diving vacation.

Globetrotting Mommy - Best Backpacks Shiny Silver Shark Backpack

Globetrotting Mommy – Best Backpacks Shiny Silver Shark Backpack

This fun Spiketus Rex backpack comes in full, half-pack, nibbler and mighty bite sizes so the whole family can match. Available in a full range of citrus, aqua, pink, black and multi-color, this is a great option for girls and boys.

Globetrotting Mommy - Best backpacks

Globetrotting Mommy – Best backpacks

Available in little (pre-school) and big kid sizes (ages 5-10), these backpacks from Beatrix New York are chic and sturdy.  Take your pick from poodles, whales, dinosaurs, owls, monkeys, ladybugs, robots, etc. and don’t forget the matching lunch boxes and wheelie bags.

Globetrotting Mommy - Best Backpacks

Globetrotting Mommy – Best Backpacks

Globetrotting Mommy - Best Backpacks

Globetrotting Mommy – Best Backpacks

Do your kids have favorite backpack for toting around their stuff?  Let me know.

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Best diaper bags for …

August 21, 2013 By admin

Traveling with a little one anytime soon?  Below are my picks for the best diaper bags for traveling – think lightweight and functional.  These diaper bags will fit all your supplies without screaming “I’m a tourist.”  And yes, they all include the mandatory changing pad.

For the Mommy who makes it look easy:

I’ve never met a LeSport Sac bag I didn’t like and LeSport Sac’s Ryan diaper bag does not disappoint.  Available in an array of solids and fun prints (love the bronze lightning, black patent and pinkie dot) this roomy classic is very durable, very lightweight and very easy to clean.

Globetrotting Mommy - LeSportsac Ryan Diaper BagFor urbanites like Eloise’s Mommy:

City moms like to look sleek and stylish day and night making this Carry Love Tote from TWELVElittle diaper bag a great option. Available in plum, teal and black, the chic and roomy bag features pockets galore and unlike many totes, it has a large top zipper closure for added security.

 

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For the Jon & Kate Plus 8 Multiples Mommy:

When you’re running after a brood, you need your hands free.  This quilted TWELVElittle Companion Backpack diaper bag comes to the rescue in teal, plum or black water resistant nylon. The lightweight backpack is roomy inside and out with multiple compartments, side pockets and a secret bottom pocket.

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For the Fancy Nancy Mommy:

The sleek Kate Spade Stevie Diaper Bag is as chic as gets in the land of diaper bags. Made of durable nylon that wipes clean, this baby features several compartments and a change purse.

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Do you have a nomination for the best diaper bags for traveling?  I’d love to hear all about it.

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Must-have travel accessory for …

August 15, 2013 By admin

Does your daughter have a gazillion barrettes and hair clips like mine?  If you’re tired of finding her cute little hair accessories at the bottom of your diaper bag with Goldfish crumbs all over them, you’re going to love the Clippie Clutch, a must-have travel accessory from Etsy’s Snugglebugkidz shop.

Globetrotting Mommy - travel accessory Clippie Clutch

Globetrotting Mommy – travel accessory Clippie Clutch

Great for traveling to Paris, Walt Disney World, the Caribbean or just Grandma’s house, sleepovers and dance class, the Clippie Clutch ensures you’ll never lose another barrette again.

Globetrotting Mommy - travel accessory Clippie Clutch

Globetrotting Mommy – travel accessory Clippie Clutch

The cute tri-fold purse comes in a selection of fun fabrics and can carry up to 30 hair clips.  Open it up, clip all your barrettes to the inside, close the velcro closures and you’re on your way.  Not too big and not too small, the Clippie Clutch purse is 13 inches wide x 9.5 inches long and folds to 9.5 inches long x 5 inches wide making it perfect for carry-on luggage, diaper bags, backpacks, dance bags, purses and suitcases alike.

I can’t think of any girly girl who wouldn’t love one of these making it a great birthday gift for the girl who has everything.  Add a few cute barrettes and you’re all set.

Bye bye broken, squished, and lost clips !!!

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United Nations on your feet …

August 9, 2013 By admin

_8073454Do you find yourself dreaming of a European getaway as you push your kid on the swings for what feels like hours every day? Me too.

I bet these new Classic Flag slip ons from Toms will cure your travel fix until your next vacay. And if your kids are learning geography, you can quiz them as you trot around town together. Best of all, for every pair sold, a pair goes to a person in need!

Available in women’s sizes exclusively at Nordstrom.  Pre-order yours now.  I think they would be super duper cute in kiddie sizes.  Did you hear that Toms?

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