In the past I have always found it hard to find a nice pair of sunglasses for the little ones. I don’t know if I’ve just been heading to the wrong places or what, but I always end up seeing the overly childish, bordering on cheaply made, sunglasses. Sure, it’s nice to get a deal, but if it means having to buy six pairs over one summer then I’d rather just pay a little more for one good pair.

With Lil B, who is a worldly six years old, I knew I would need a more sophisticated style. That is not to say I was looking for something adult, but I did know that character-covered glasses weren’t going to fly with him nor would the cheaper looking plastic options. I won’t say that he’s a budding fashionista, but the boy knows what he likes.

So I found him a pair that reminded me of the Batman style. They fit close to his face and offer smooth contours. He loved them the minute he laid eyes on them and that was really what was most important to me, since they were one of his birthday gifts this year.

Sunglass Warehouse offers 22 different pairs of sunglasses for kids. The pairs range in price from $7.61 to $11.01. Lil B’s pair, the SW Kid’s Sport Style #199 (in Black) cost $8.46. Lil B tends to be a more rough and tumble kind of kid, so he needs tougher products because he bangs things up like a stereotypical boy. So far, these have taken small beatings and kept on going. He wears them often and loves to have them with him on those sunny, summer days.

Sunglass Warehouse offers the ability to shop for the right pair of sunglasses at a price that you can afford. Sure, most sunglasses are affordable, but with these you aren’t going to be driving around town until you find the right pair. You can go shopping from your desk, find the right pair, and buy them just like that. It really couldn’t be easier.

While the selection for kids is a little on the lighter side, there are many options for both Women’s and Men’s sunglasses. With the available options you shouldn’t have any problem finding great deals and the perfect glasses for everyone in the entire family.

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I decided to give it to my mom because no one needs extra purses like my mom. She could store a country in her purse, I think. She’s constantly complaining about every purse that she receives, too. I figured if I let her try this one and it passed the test then I would know for sure that Adam & Alix bags were worth it. So, mom went through the tedious female torture that revolves around cleaning out her purse and trying a new one on for size. The verdict is that Adam & Alix aren’t so bad.

She loved the size and she felt the design was fun too. The bag that we received was one of the blue/green leather with a knot. On the website you can check out the other Adam & Alix designs. They offer numerous options from fun and sassy to retro and chic. Chances are you’re going to find something you like. In the beginning I wasn’t sure I loved the one that we received, but all that mattered was that mom liked it. However, I admit that it’s grown on me. Still, when I buy my own Adam & Alix I will probably go with something a little on the formal/classier side for myself.

The major pros to these handbags are that they are inexpensive (well under $50) and they are as small or as large as you need them to be for your own personal situation. The one we received was huge, but the website offers many other small options including clutch purses and standard bags on chains. The bags come in a variety of colors to please even the pickiest shopper.

Adam & Alix was one of the most pleasant surprises of my holiday review season. While I knew absolutely nothing of them prior to picking up the purse that was sent to us, I will be sure to keep an eye on them from now on. I highly recommend checking them out if you’re looking for a gift for the fashion-conscious girl on your list.

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NICKELODEON/VIACOM CONSUMER PRODUCTS AND NOOKA INC. PARTNER ON LIMITED-EDITION HIGH-END WRISTWATCHES FEATURING SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS

Nooka Joins the Porous Pal’s 10th Anniversary Celebration Just in the ‘Nick’ of Time

New York, NY – May 11, 2009 – Nickelodeon/Viacom Consumer Products (NVCP) and fashion design brand Nooka Inc. have partnered to create a line of limited-edition, high-end wristwatches inspired by SpongeBob SquarePants. In honor of the pop-culture icon’s 10th anniversary celebration this year, Nooka has created two limited-edition timepieces featuring graphics and colors inspired by SpongeBob and “Bikini Bottom,” with additional collaborations to be released throughout 2009 and 2010.

The unique designs of the pieces utilize two brand-new Nooka styles – the ZUB ZENH (horizontal bars) 20 mm in Yellow and the ZENV (vertical bars) Aluminum in Night. The concepts and graphics of both untraditional watches are reflective of the geometric themes and bold color pallets of SpongeBob SquarePants and Nooka’s design methods. The collection, available for both men and women, will be available at retailers in July, The watches will retail at $170 and $275, respectively.

“As we continue to reinterpret the look and feel of SpongeBob for our vast audiences in its 10th Anniversary year, Nooka’s cutting-edge style combined with SpongeBob’s humor and optimism makes that transition an organic one,” said Hal Snik, Senior Vice President of Domestic Licensing, NVCP.

The Nooka ZENH model counts time with four horizontal bars. The first two bars count the hours- the third bar counts the minutes- the fourth marks the seconds. Each hour is marked by a single block read left to right (hours 1-6 in the top bar, hours 7-12 in the second bar). Each minute is marked by a single “tick” mark along the third bar (minutes 0-59). There are also white dots below the bar indicating every five minutes, as well as small numbers to indicate 15, 30, and 45, for quick reference. Each second is marked by a single tick mark along the fourth bar (seconds 0-59). There are also white dots below this bar indicating every five seconds for quick reference. Along the bottom right, one of two dots will be filled in to indicate AM/PM.

The Nooka ZENV models counts time with three vertical bars and a small box with digital numbers. The first two bars from the left count the hours- the third bar counts the minutes- the small box on the right-hand side marks the seconds. Each hour is marked by a single block read from bottom to top (hours 1-6 in the first bar, hours 7-12 in the second bar). Each minute is marked by a single “tick” mark along the third bar (minutes 0-59) there are also white dots to the right of the bar indicating every five seconds, as well as small numbers to indicate 15, 30, and 45, for quick reference. Each second is marked by a digital counter in the small box on the right-hand side (seconds 0-59). Above the seconds’ box, one of two dots will be filled in to indicate AM/PM.

SpongeBob SquarePants is one of the most popular series in kids’ television history. It has been the number-one animated program with Kids 2-11 for more than six consecutive years and its Saturday morning airing ranks as the top-rated program on television among Kids 2-11. Adult viewers also continue to tune in and have increased by 121% since the premiere of the show in July 1999. The most widely distributed property in MTV Networks’ history; SpongeBob SquarePants is syndicated in 171 markets in 25 languages and is among the top rated kids’ shows, across broadcast and cable, in every major television market around the world.

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The Bazzle Baby website describes the Banda Bib as:

The Award-Winning BandaBib is a bandana style baby bib. Often confused for an article of clothing, the BandaBib is super stylish and functional. We are willing to bet it is the best dribble bib on the market! 100% Cotton designer print · hi-dry cotton flannel backing · velcro closure.

You can read our complete review of the Bib and Burper by visiting our review of Bazzle Baby products.

If you want to try Bazzle Baby products for yourself you can use the following coupon code to get a 20% discount off of your purchase.

Coupon Code – LOVEBB

Also, make sure to check back soon as we will be offering a giveaway for two $25 gift certificates for Bazzle Baby products!

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From the moment I saw the pictures for the BandaBibs by Bazzle Baby I fell in love. They are simply adorable on their website but they were even better looking when they arrived on our doorstep. We chose to review the Nautical bib and burper and I couldn’t be happier with my choice. It is a mix of gorgeous blues with green, yellow, and white. It looks phenomenal. Based on look alone I would have been completely satisfied with my purchase.

The design for the BandaBib is quite unique. It reminds me of a little cowboy scarf/bandana like you would see a bandit wear. This on its own will make it cute enough for some parents to want to pick up. Of course, the important thing to note here is that the bib actually works quite well. It is snug without being restricting and it ensures that nothing passes over or under it to get on the baby.

Like standard bibs, the BandaBib has a velcro back, giving you a little room as to how tight it needs to be on your child. There are two small velcro strips on the one side, so if the child is bigger, but still needs a bib, this should still fit just fine. Each bib is made of 100% cotton so they end up being incredibly soft on the inside and they are absorbent and fashionable on the outside. It’s a winning combination in more ways than one.

With the design being near perfect and the quality holding up as well (if not better) than we expected, one of the few things left to think about is the price. The bibs are available for $11.99 and the burpers are available for $8.99. Considering that you can get a matching set for around $20, which beats the quality that I have found in most stores, you really cannot complain.

You will only need a couple of these bibs and burpers when you buy from Bazzle Baby. The quality is so good and the product remains beautiful after washing. The colors don’t fade or run (at least not in the beginning, which I’ve seen happen). For the price, if not the quality, it remains a top choice in bib and burper baby products.

As much as I love the bib, I have to admit that the burper stole my heart. Most burpers are nothing more than scraps of fabric that get wet easily and have to be washed constantly. However, these burpers are made from the same material and in the same style as the bib. They are absorbent, they look great, and they keep the baby (and the mommy) as clean as they are meant to.

While we reviewed the set of the Nautical bib and burper, there were many sets and individual BandaBibs on the website that I really loved the look of and wouldn’t hesitate in purchasing if I needed some new baby products.

Personal Favorites Include:

Banda Bibs:
Sweet Pea Bandabib (Burper also Available)
Black Spot Bandabib (Burper also Available)
Mambo Bandabib
Cow BandaBib
Stripe BandaBib

Burpers:
Pinstripe Burpers

If you love these BandaBibs and Burpers as much as I do you can head over to Bazzle Baby and pick out your favorites and have them shipped to you without a problem. It’s definitely worth avoiding the hassle and lines to get just what you want and need to make your parenting duties easier!

Quality: 5 out of 5 stars
Visual Appeal: 5 out of 5 stars
Originality Factor: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Price/Shipping: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Overall Rating: Overall Rating: 4.75 out of 5 stars

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