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		<title>2010 Holiday Gift Guide: Must-Have Beauty &amp; Body Care Products</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Some of the most important gifts you will get this holiday are for the bath, body and beauty. Look no further, as we have everything your heart's could desire when it comes to body and beauty products]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I absolutely love doing our annual beauty and body care guide! As far as the holidays go, beauty products make perfect gifts. You can get smaller items and make them stocking stuffers or you can go with the larger items and opt for a beauty item as a main gift. No matter which way you decide to go, you generally cannot go wrong with these. Women generally love gifts that will make them smell sweet and look beautiful. This year we also have a few gift options for the men in your life, too!</p>
<p>So without further adieu, here is the best of the best in our Beauty and Body Care lineup!</p>
<p><font color="blue" size="4"><strong>Must-Have Make-Up</strong></font></p>
<p><strong>EyeCandy Eye Coolers:</strong> These little pads you put over your eyes really cool you down, especially when you are experiencing a headache. Shaped like small, blue (I received blue, but they come in a variety of colors), cucumber slices, you just pop these babies in the freezer and when you need them, you get them out. Before you place them over your eyes, you will have to lay down or lean back, otherwise they will fall off. You won&#8217;t want to move much either while the Eye Candy Eye Coolers do their magic. Not only do these tiny, blue, round healers help with headaches, they are also great for removing puffiness and swelling around the eyes. Best of all, you can reuse these, by placing them in the freezer, fridge, or even in a glass of ice water. With their compact size and large ability to benefit most people, the Eye Candy Eye Coolers make the perfect stocking stuffer!</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Eye Candy Eye Coolers" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/EyeCandyEyeCoolers.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="510" height="383" /></p>
<p>To find out more about Eye Candy Eye Coolers, visit the <a href="http://www.eyecandycoolers.com/">http://www.eyecandycoolers.com/</a> website.</p>
<p><strong>CND Super Treatments Nail Polish Duo:</strong> Super Treatments offers a duo of nail top coats. In the pack you will receive a bottle of Super Shiney and a bottle of Super Matte. The Matte offers your nails a suede finish, while the Shiney offers a patent (like patent leather) finish. You just have to apply a base coat, two coats of the color of your choice and finish with a layer of one of these top coats. These are great because you can get a totally different look, even if you use the same color of polish beneath the top coat. They are also affordable, allowing for longer lasting, stronger nails. Just an FYI, this works great with the Silver and Gold Sparkling Effects nail glitter, by CND. If you want a glossy, shiny, or matted look to your nails, these make the perfect stocking stuffer.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="CND Super Treatments Nail Polish Duo" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/CNDSuperTreatmentsNailPolishDuo.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="400" height="300" /></p>
<p>To find out more about all of the great products by CND, including the CND Super Treatments Nail Polish Duo, visit <a href="http://www.cnd.com/Consumer.aspx">http://www.cnd.com/</a>.</p>
<p><strong>MAC Cosmetics:</strong> How do I love MAC? Let me count the ways. The MAC line of cosmetics offers professional quality makeup, for the average woman. I am not going to lie. MAC is more expensive than many other brands, but oh so worth it! Every woman who knows about makeup knows the name MAC. You will be giving that special woman in your life quite the extravagant gift when you get her MAC cosmetics, but the price tag attached is oh so worth it. I would say everything from lipstick to foundation would fit great in a stocking, but if you plan to pamper her with MAC cosmetics, you&#8217;ll want to wrap whatever you buy up and put it under the tree. No matter the time of year (but especially during the holidays) MAC cosmetics are worth their weight in wrapping paper.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="MAC Cosmetics" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/MACCosmeticsVarious.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="220" height="229" /></p>
<p>To find out more on MAC cosmetics and to see all the offerings, from eye shadow, to skincare products and even accessories, visit the <a href="http://www.maccosmetics.com/">MAC website</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Arbonne Lip Polish:</strong> Give the gift of luscious lips this holiday. The Lip Polish I received came in a set of three, in a little bag. There were three unique colors; nude, raisin and brown sugar, but the Arbonne Lip Polish product page lists several other colors to choose from, when picking out this silky smooth, lip covering delight. What I love about Arbonne Lip Polish is that it gives you that glossy sheen, which is classic for a lip gloss, but instead of wearing off relatively quickly, Arbonne Lip Polish stays on longer, like lipstick does. It does not have that waxy lipstick feel, it is not heavy on your lips, and it is also not sticky, which is more common with a lip gloss. Overall, Arbonne Lip Polish is the perfect way to provide a little color and shine to your lips without being annoyed by how it feels when you wear it.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Arbonne Lip Polish" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/ArbonneLipPolish.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="400" height="428" /></p>
<p>To check out the other colors available, visit <a href="http://www.arbonne.com/ArbonneCosmetics/">the Arbonne Lip Polish Product Page</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Sinful Colors Nail Polish:</strong> Sinful Colors has quite a selection of colors and styles of polish. I recommend you check out the Sinful Colors Nail Art Wild About Color Set, Dark Red, Neon Green, and White. You will also want to consider the Sinful Colors Professional, which I recommend in Silver, Gold, Red, Blue or Green. What I like about this set is the versatility of colors. I received at least ten different colors, and I still did not have every shade. With neon, sparkly, glossy, and even emo shades like black, there is a Sinful Colors Nail Polish for everyone, regardless of gender. The color when you paint your nails, with two coats, is brilliant. This is not a polish that mutes in color when coming out of the bottle. The shade you buy is the shade you&#8217;ll wear. I also like how strong this polish is. I work a lot with my hands and the polish did not chip easily. This year, make sure to get a variety of colors and stick Sinful Colors Nail Polish bottles in her (or his) stocking or gift basket.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Sinful Colors Nail Polish" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/SinfulColorsNailPolish.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="300" height="256" /></p>
<p>To see the massive selection of Sinful Colors Products and Polish Colors, please visit <a href="http://sinfulcolors.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Store_Code=sinfulcolors&#038;Screen=PROD&#038;Product_Code=nail-polish">the Sinful Colors Color Guide</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Cosmoholic Lip Gloss:</strong> Make a bold statement this holiday with Cosmoholic Lip Gloss. These are super bright colors. I received Cosmoholic Lip Gloss in Pink and Red and we&#8217;re not talking light pink or soft red. These shades are Hot Pink and Candy Apple Red. While I prefer a more muted, darker look, I have some friends who love the more vibrant colors. After trying these out myself, I decided to purchase a set for a friend who enjoys showing off her lips! What I noticed about Cosmoholic Lip Gloss is its lack of stickiness. I love lip gloss, but I often find my lips get stuck together when wearing it. Not so with Cosmoholic Lip Gloss. Also a chemist is said to have designed this gloss to nourish the lips, which is always an added bonus. If you know someone who wants to show off her lips this holiday and beyond, get her Cosmoholic Lip Gloss. She&#8217;ll thank you for it.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Cosmoholic Lip Gloss" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/CosmoholicLipGloss.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="510" height="235" /></p>
<p>You can find out where to buy Cosmoholic Lip Gloss and more about the product at <a href="http://www.cosmoholiconline.com/">the Cosmoholic website</a>.</p>
<p><font color="blue" size="4"><strong>Must-Have Skin Care</strong></font></p>
<p><strong>CND Scentsations Sparkling Champagne Hand and Body Lotion:</strong> More than anything, I loved the smell. They don&#8217;t call this product Scentsations for nothing. This Body and Hand Lotion actually smells like champagne and the scent lingers, once you rub it on, for quite some time. CND has a variety of other Scentsations Hand and Body Lotion scents, so even if you are not fond of champagne you can purchase another Lotion. Other scents include Black Cherry &#038; Nutmeg and Cranberry. Many of the Gift Sets offered by CND provide smaller sized bottles, which is great, because I just slip them in my purse and take them everywhere I go. Scentsations Sparkling Champagne Hand and Body Lotion is amazing for those with dry skin as it mosturizes well, leaving skin feeling smooth and silky.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="CND Scentsations Sparkling Champagne Hand Body Lotion" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/CNDScentsationsSparklingChampagneHandBodyLotion.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="510" height="510" /></p>
<p>You can check out Scentsations at <a href="http://www.cnd.com/Products/Promotions/Promotion-hol10-champpack.aspx">the CND website</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Body Essence Tea Tree Oil Ultra-Moisturizing Body Wash:</strong> I hate the smell of Tea Tree Oil, but there is no doubt the oil has amazing benefits. I have been trying to find both body wash and shampoo that offers the benefits of Tea Tree Oil without the nasty smell. Body Essence offers a few different Body Gels for showering. Besides the Tea Tree Oil, there is Cucumber Melon (with extracts of Cucumber and Papaya fruits) and Sweet Pomegranate. I love the Tea Tree Oil, because it leaves the skin feeling smooth and clean without irritating it. I use it on Dom, who has a lot of skin problems, and it is one of the few body gels he has never complained about when using it. The Body Essence Tea Tree Oil Ultra-Moisturizing Body Wash helps to prevent skin irritation, smooths and sooths dry skin, and it even helped to relieve some of Dom&#8217;s itching, which is common when a person has dry or dead skin. The bottle we use is 28 oz. It is well worth the $4 price tag and lasts quite a while. If you know someone with skin sensitivities this is the perfect gift for them, plus it smells absolutely divine.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Body Essence Tea Tree Oil Ultra Moisturizing Body Wash" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/BodyEssenceTeaTreeOilUltraMoisturizingBodyWash.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="450" height="398" /></p>
<p>For more information on the Body Essence Body Gels and other skin products, visit <a href="http://www.body-essence.com">http://www.body-essence.com</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Softsoap Moisturizing Body Wash:</strong> While I prefer the Pomegranate and Mango SoftSoap Moisturizing Body Wash, there are a variety of scents to please any consumer. The Pomegranate and Mango contains actual extracts of Pomegranate and Mango. It is also incredibly thick and lathers really well, so you do not have to use a ton of soap. This means Softsoap Moisturizing Body Wash lasts longer, and you get more bang for your buck. I find that after using Softsoap Moisturizing Body Wash, my body feels clean, smooth, and silky. Plus I smell great and the scent lasts longer than it does with most body washes. If you want to brighten that special someone&#8217;s day, get them Softsoap Moisturizing Body Wash. It will leave them feeling clean, refreshed, and smelling amazing!</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Softsoap Moisturizing Body Wash Pomegranate and  Mango" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/SoftsoapMoisturizingBodyWashPomegranateMango.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="500" height="500" /></p>
<p>To see all of the SoftSoap products and choose the right scent for you, visit <a href="http://www.colgate.com/app/Colgate/US/PC/Products/BodyWash/Name.cvsp">Colgate&#8217;s website</a>.</p>
<p><strong>St. Ives Moisturizing Body Wash:</strong> If you want to moisturize and hydrate your skin, then you need to check out the Oatmeal and Shea Butter St. Ives Moisturizing Body Wash. I am in love with many of the scents available by St. Ives, from Creamy Vanilla to WhippedSilk, but the Oatmeal and Shea Butter has to be my favorite. St. Ives is a brand I have used and trusted for years, when buying lotion. Now, I trust the brand for my body washing needs, as well. I chose this specific scent because I know how great oatmeal is for your skin. It leaves it looking shiny, smooth and healthy. Adding in shea butter, this gel moisturizes to help dry, cracked and itchy skin. I will alternate this with the Body Essence Tea Tree Oil Body Wash, for Dom, and together, these two Body Washes have made a difference on his dry, cracked, and damaged skin. He itches less and complains less about skin sensitivities. Whether you have sensitive skin or not, Oatmeal and Shea Butter Body Wash by St. Ives will leave your skin feeling vibrant and looking brilliant.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="St. Ives Oatmeal Shea Butter Moisturizing Body Wash" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/StIvesSheaButterOatmeal.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="500" height="460" /></p>
<p>You can visit the St. Ives website at <a href="http://www.stives.com/Body-Wash/Cleanse-Plus-Moisturize/Oatmeal-Shea/">http://www.stives.com/</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Eshu Skin Assist:</strong> Made in Australia, the Eshu Skin Assist is part of a Skin Care line that is made entirely for men. While most of the aforementioned products are primarily for women, this one is perfect for the man in your life that cares about his complexion. Men battle acne and blemishes, too. They often care as much about keeping their skin healthy, vibrant and clean, as women do. This works really great. It is very light and does not take much to get the job done, making this an economical option to more commercial brands of skin assisting products. Eshu Skin Assist can be used by younger men who still may be facing the dermatological affects of puberty or by older men to prevent the occasional blemishes that every person is prone to getting. If you have a guy who cares about how he looks, make sure to get him Eshu Skin Assist this year.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Eshu Skin Assist Product Image" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/EshuSkinAssistProductImage.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="510" height="520" /></p>
<p>To learn more about Eshu and its various products for men, please go to <a href="http://www.eshu.com.au/">http://www.eshu.com.au/</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Smith and Vandiver Aroma Therapy Treatment Packets:</strong> You can receive healthy, nutrient-enriched packets through Smith and Vandiver. Their all-natural Treatment Packets are convenient and affordable. These are great if you are going on a business trip or even heading out to stay with the family during the holidays. There are a variety of Treatment packs available, each for under $2. They include Body Gel, Soothing Foot Soak, Green Tea Bath Oil, Conditioning Hair Mask, Salt Body Scrub, Face Mask, Foot Cream, Face Polish, Invigorating Body Scrub and Toning Face Mud. Depending on the packet, what you receive may be enriched with natural healing ingredients such as Aloe Vera, Green Tea, Chamomile, Honey, Sea Salt, Clays, Geranium and Rosewood, to name a few. These packets brought my skin back to life. I felt vibrant and energized after using the Shower Gel, Face Mask, the Foot Soak, the Body Scrub and the Hair Mask. With these packets being so affordable, if you are looking for great stocking stuffers and are on a budget, I highly recommend Smith and Vandiver Aroma Therapy Treatment Packets.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Smith Vandiver Aroma Therapy Treatment Packets" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/SmithVandiverAromaTherapyTreatmentPackets.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="172" height="294" /></p>
<p>To find out about Smith &#038; VanDiver and their Treatment Packets and to purchase them directly from the site, <a href="http://www.svnaturally.com/bbw_aromatherapaes.php">visit the Smith &#038; VanDiver website</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Antica Farmacista Champagne Body Gel:</strong><br />
If you want to pamper yourself (or that someone special) you owe it to yourself to try Antica Farmacista Champagne Body Gel. While I cannot say how realistic the scent of champagne is in this body gel, I can say that the body gel does smell quite scrumptious. More importantly, the pleasing smell is long lasting. A little bit goes a long way. Everything about this body gel screams  luxury from the beautiful body to the soft, smooth, lavish bathing experience that it helps to provide. This would make an excellent stocking stuffer for the holiday or a wonderful smaller gift for family or friends that love luxury and want to be pampered right from home.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Antica Farmacista Champagne Body Gel" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/AnticaFarmacistaChampagneBodyGel.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="510" height="765" /></p>
<p>You can check out all of the Antica Farmacista Bath and Body products by visiting <a href="http://www.anticafarmacista.com/for_the_body.html">http://www.anticafarmacista.com</a>.</p>
<p><font color="blue" size="4"><strong>Must-Have Beautiful Hair</strong></font></p>
<p><strong>Conair You Style Ceramic Straightener:</strong> I have very thick, heavy, naturally curly hair. Because my hair is so thick, it only curls in the most inappropriate places, such as my bangs and at random spots in the back of my hair. I also am prone to headaches due to the weight of my hair, but I prefer to keep my hair longer because I look cuter. I was looking for a straightener that would both lighten the weight of my hair and straighten those problem areas. I initially chose the Conair You Style Ceramic Straightener because it cost under $25 and straighteners can be quite expensive. However, I have come to absolutely love this product. It heats up in seconds, so if you are running late you still have a chance to do your hair. The setup of the plates makes it impossible to burn yourself with the Conair You Style Ceramic Straightener. I can also use it to curl my hair if I want more control over the location and style of my curls after straightening it. I have always hated my bangs, but with the Conair You Style Ceramic Straightener they look super cute. Straightening it makes my hair feel lighter, look thinner and it looks more together. I cannot recommend the Conair You Style Ceramic Straightener more highly if I tried.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Conair You Style Ceramic Straightener" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/ConairYouStyleCeramicStraightener.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="450" height="450" /></p>
<p>Check out ConAir&#8217;s selection of Straighteners at <a href="http://www.conair.com/hair-straighteners-flat-irons-c-1_73_12.html">the ConAir website</a>.</p>
<p><strong>John Frieda Root Awakening Health Infusing Shampoo:</strong> I try not to buy John Frieda because let&#8217;s face it. His products are expensive. That being said, I LOVE John Frieda products. I use the John Frieda Root Awakening Health Infusing Shampoo once a week. This way, it lasts longer, but I still get the benefits of using a John Frieda Product. When you use it on a schedule as opposed to every day, I find that it takes the residue off that is left from daily use shampoos. With John Frieda Root Awakening Health Infusing Shampoo my hair feels fresh and almost as if it have been awakened. It is alive, energized, bouncy, shiny, and makes me feel like a million bucks after using it. If you are looking to splurge this holiday, a bottle of John Freida shampoo is the way to go!</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="John Frieda Root Awakening Health Infusing Shampoo" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/JohnFriedaRootAwakeningHealthInfusingShampoo.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="450" height="595" /></p>
<p>Check out all of John Frieda&#8217;s Root Awakening Products at <a href="http://www.johnfrieda.com/products/product_family.asp?productLine=root_awakening">the John Frieda website</a>.</p>
<p><font color="blue" size="4"><strong>Miscellaneous Must-Haves</strong></font></p>
<p><strong>CND Snuggle Set:</strong> CND products are a great way to create that spa experience right from home. Offering a range of products for the hands, feet, and all over the body, CND has you covered when you want to feel good and look your best. The Snuggle Set includes Almond hydrating lotion, Solar oil, and a pair of toeless pedicure socks. These socks are absolutely soft and wondrous. If you know someone that loves painting their toenails these socks will keep their feet toasty while they do their toes. Of course, the socks are just an added bonus that goes with the hydrating lotion, which smells great and keeps skin hydrated and feeling alive and the solar oil that also offers your skin a number of benefits. All of these items together in one set make for a great gift this holiday season. </p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="CND Snuggle Set" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/CNDSnuggleSet.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="500" height="711" /></p>
<p>You can find out more about this Snuggle Set from CND at <a href="http://www.cnd.com/Products/Promotions/Promotion-hol10-snuggle.aspx">the CND website</a>.</p>
<p><strong>AmeriBag I Love My Life Healthy Backbag:</strong> The Healthy Backbag was created because of all the problems that people may encounter when using a traditional backpack. The Healthy Backbag is a cross between a backpack and a purse. It might not be big enough to hold things like school books or a laptop, but it will handle all of your smaller items with ease and it is aerodynamically designed to ensure that it does not hurt your back in any way. The Ameribag is black and offers a beautiful, yet subtle design. This is great for women that do not want to use traditional purses or teens that need to carry things with them, but don&#8217;t necessarily require a backpack or a purse. When I first saw the Healthy Backbag it reminded me of a trendier version of the fanny pack for your back. Combining comfort and style, the Healthy Backbag is sure to become a mainstay in any woman&#8217;s grab and go fashion arsenal.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="AmeriBag I Love My Life Healthy Backbag" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/AmeriBagILoveMyLifeHealthyBackbag.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="294" height="420" /></p>
<p>You can visit the AmeriBag website and find out more about the AmeriBag I Love My Life Healthy Backbag at <a href="http://www.ameribag.com/">www.ameribag.com</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Kiwi Leather Care Kit:</strong> This leather kit makes the perfect offering for anyone that has a newer pair of leather shoes. Suitable for both black and brown leather, the Kiwi Leather Care Kit includes everything you need to make sure that your new shoes are protected from the elements and the majority of things that can do damage to your leather. The kit comes with two daubers, a shine cloth, and a shine brush. Two tins of polish, one for black leather and the other for brown are also included. While this might seem like an unconventional gift, it&#8217;s also an invaluable one. Treating your shoes is so important if you want them to last for longer periods of time and the Kiwi Leather Care Kit can definitely help to make sure that this happens.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Kiwi Leather Care Kit" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/KiwiLeatherCareKit.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="510" height="544" /></p>
<p>You can check out the Kiwi Leather Care Kit and other Kiwi products at <a href="http://www.kiwicare.com">the Kiwi website</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Scandle Shimmering Lotion Candle:</strong> I have to admit, I was sold at Pumpkin Pie Spice. I was further sold when I learned that is smells even better than I thought it would. This fabulous candle just screams sex appeal. Candles are nice enough on their own, but this one is a special candle. You see, not only does the Scandle candle smell great, it also doubles as a massage candle. Using a low temperature wax, these candles turn into massage oil when melted. Just burn your candle down and the next thing you know you are able to use the wax for a massage. A Scandle Shimmering Lotion Candle massage mixed with the tempting aroma of pumpkin pie spice makes for one relaxing evening. This makes a perfect stocking stuffer or would go great in a homemade spa gift basket. Either way, this is a must have gift for the special, over-worked woman in your life. </p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Scandle Shimmering Lotion Candle" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/ScandleShimmeringLotionCandle.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="450" height="602" /></p>
<p>You can check out all of the different Scandle Shimmering Lotion Candle scents available besides Pumpkin Pie Spice by visiting <a href="http://www.abodycandle.com/">www.abodycandle.com</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Schick Ultimate Skin Comfort Gift Set:</strong> Good razors can not only be hard to come by, they can also be rather expensive. Knowing this, Schick is offering the Schick Hydro 5 gift set for a reasonable price. The set includes the Schick Hydro 5 razor with extra blades and a can of Moisturizing Shave Gel. Considering the cost of most razors (which usually do not come with additional blades) this is a great deal and one that the man in your life can truly appreciate. Schick offers high quality razors and this gives a person the chance to sample them before buying them on their own. This also makes a great gift for the teenage boy that is just beginning to need to shave. Not only will it serve a purpose, it will likely make him feel good just by receiving it!</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Schick Hydro 5 Gift Set" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/SchickHydro5GiftSet.JPG" class="aligncenter" width="500" height="375" /></p>
<p>To find out more about this Schick Hydro line and all of its assorted products, visit <a href="http://www.schickhydro.com/products-hydrofive.asp">the Schick Hydro website</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Arbonne Pampermint Gift Set:</strong> I adore everything about the Arbonne Pampermint Gift Set from the snuggly, fuzzy candy cane socks all the way to the exfoliating cream and the foot lotion. The whole set is divine. Everything smells great and the large jars of cream and scrub help to keep your feet smooth and relaxed. The Pampermint set includes a jar of FootWork Foot Scrub, a jar of SoleMate Foot Cream and Signature candy cane fuzzy socks that are all wrapped up in an adorable holiday gift box. This makes a great gift for mom, but would work for anyone that suffers from dry, cracked feet or other assorted foot problems. Fuzzy sock lovers would like this too, for the socks if nothing else!</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Arbonne Pampermint Gift Set" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/ArbonnePampermintGiftSet.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="500" height="537" /></p>
<p>To find out more about Arbonne and the Pampermint Gift Set (which may only be available during the holidays) please visit <a href="https://www.arbonne.com">the Arbonne website</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Smith and Vandiver Bath Products: </strong> Smith and Vandiver is going to be a savior for anyone having trouble getting their little ones to take a bath. Offering some truly fun products for younger people and some spa essentials for adults, it seems as if Smith and Vandiver offers it all. For kids alone, Smith &#038; Vandiver offers some totally fun stocking stuffers like Dino Fizz Eggs (bath fizzy beads), Ducky or Dino Bubbles (all natural bath suds), Frog Bath Fizzies and other Bath Party essentials. If you have friends in college that have showers but no bath tubs, Aroma Therapy Energize or Destress Spa Shower Tablets offer a spa-like aroma therapy experience without a tub. Just place one of the spa tablets into the shower stall and the aroma envelops you offering you all the benefits right from the shower! I have yet to find a Smith &#038; Vandiver product that I wouldn&#8217;t recommend to a friend. I highly suggest checking out Smith &#038; Vandiver for all of your supplemental gift giving needs.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Smith and Vandiver Ducky Bubbles" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/SmithVandiverDuckyBubbles.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="400" height="400" /></p>
<p>To discover all of the wonderful Bath Products Smith and Vandiver offer (for both kids and adults), please visit <a href="http://www.svnaturally.com/great_bath_gifts.php">the Smith and Vandiver website</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Frownies Face Lift in a Bag:</strong> Frownies Face Lift in a Bag was the perfect gift for my mom, who is always on the lookout for a good face product that will make her look and feel younger without costing her a fortune or leading her towards surgery. Face Lift in a Bag is excellent. Even if you&#8217;re using it as a facial regime without hopes of taking off years it&#8217;s wonderful. The bag includes a number of products that will peel the years off your skin and keep you looking younger and fresher, while offering a beautiful, more youthful appearance. Each kit comes with pH Balancing Complexion Wash, Biologically Active Immune Perfect, Rose Water Hydrator, Forehead &#038; Between the Eyes Facial Patches, Corner of Eyes &#038; Mouth Patches, Gel Eye Patches, and Immune Shield. Each product works to tone your skin and remove those pesky fine lines and wrinkles.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Frownies Face Lift in a Bag" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/FrowniesFaceLiftinaBag.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="400" height="338" /></p>
<p>To order a Face Lift in a Bag or find out about more Frownies products, visit <a href="http://www.frownies.com/">www.frownies.com</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Axe Men Gift Sets:</strong> All of the men in my life like to smell good. My brother, Dom, EmoTeen and even my nephew, Lil B. All of them enjoy the fresh feeling of using Axe Body Wash, Shampoo and Deodorant. This year, I decided to give Dom and EmoTeen Axe Body Sets (early, of course, otherwise I would ruin it in this guide!). I bought Dom the Dark Temptations and EmoTeen the Axe Twist. Both sets include Body Wash, Spray, Deodorant, and Sample Size Shampoo and Conditioner. These sets both smell great and Axe always leaves them feeling clean and refreshed. The only complaint Dom has is that the scent does not last nearly as long as he would like it to, but that is a minor complaint, in the grand scheme of things. If you have a man in your life that likes to smell great, consider getting them an Axe Men&#8217;s Gift Set for the holidays.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Dark Temptations Axe Men Gift Set" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/DarkTemptationsAxeMenGiftSet.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="500" height="380" /></p>
<p>Check out Axe at the Axe website, <a href="http://www.theaxeeffect.com/">http://www.theaxeeffect.com/</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Yantra Mat:</strong> I was nervous when presenting this mat to the family, because it seems sharp and spiky. Dom has excessive amounts of pain in his legs, hip and back. EmoTeen has Asperger&#8217;s Syndrome so he is very finicky when it comes to tactile sensations. Both of them absolutely loved the Yantra Mat. EmoTeen would lay his back against it, and he said it helped to sooth him and calm him down. Dom would have me tuck it in the side of his wheelchair so it created constant pressure against his ailing hip and leg or I would lift both legs up and lay them on the mat. It creates pressure that makes the pain tolerable without pricking the skin or being too abrasive. The mat is a source of acupressure that can relieve tension, stress and fatigue, as well as pain, as we found in Dom&#8217;s case. If you have a lot of stress in your life, chronic pain or tension in your muscles, the Yantra Mat is a soothing, natural solution to help you feel better.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Yantra Mat" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/YantraMatProductImage.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="500" height="583" /></p>
<p>Check out the Yantra Mat and all its benefits at <a href="http://www.yantraway.com/">the Yantra Mat website</a>.</p>
<p><font color="blue" size="4"><strong>Clothing Must-Haves</strong></font></p>
<p><strong>Out of Print Clothing:</strong> I love, love, love, love LOVE the t-shirts we received from Out of Print Clothing. We received the 1984 and To Kill a Mockingbird shirts. These shirts are soft, comfortable, and feel amazing against your skin. They are also stylish and as a bookworm I am totally down with the fact that they promote literacy. Out of Print Clothing comes in a variety of sizes and is perfect for either genders. Dom has exceptionally large shoulders, which often prove to make t-shirt wearing uncomfortable for him. These shirts are plenty big without being humongous on him and are able to accommodate his shoulder width without feeling tight in the shoulders and arms. The material stretches back because after he wears it, I can wear the shirts, too and my shoulders and body are smaller than his. The material is also durable without being harsh or abrasive. If you want to buy a cool, well-designed, comfortable t-shirt, you owe it to yourself to check out Out of Print Clothing.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Out of Print 1984 T-Shirt" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/1984OutofPrintTShirt.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="425" height="425" /></p>
<p>This holiday, go buy a tee from <a href="http://www.outofprintclothing.com/">Out of Print Clothing at their website</a>. You will love them!</p>
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<p><strong>Crazy Dog T-Shirts:</strong> I could give you a million reasons why you should buy a Crazy Dog T-shirt. First off, they have some of the best designs if you&#8217;re looking for anything nostalgia-oriented. This is especially true if you want something from the 80s or that deals with movies or television pop culture references. While this is definitely a necessity in a good tee, more importantly is the fact that these shirts are crazy comfortable! This has to be some of the softest cotton I&#8217;ve ever felt. These shirts are amazing for wearing around the house, but they are fashionable and funny enough to wear whenever you go out, too. We received the Dick in a Box T-Shirt and the Ninja&#8217;s Don&#8217;t Kill People T-Shirt and we love them both! They are comfortable, funny and illicit responses (usually laughter) from those who see us wearing them. Crazy Dog T-Shirts make great gifts for pop culture junkies, movie lovers, and anyone emo that&#8217;s in need of a good black t-shirt with some smart ass saying on it. </p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Dick in a Box T-Shirt" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/DickintheBoxT-Shirt.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="510" height="468" /></p>
<p>To view all the cool T-Shirts Crazy Dog Tees has available, visit <a href="http://www.crazydogtshirts.com">www.crazydogtshirts.com</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Future Oxygen Ecowear:</strong> The special thing about Future Oxygen Ecowear is that it&#8217;s jewelry that you can wear that eventually becomes biodegradable. What&#8217;s even neater than that is that inside the jewelry there are seeds for flowers or plants. Essentially, by offering someone Future Oxygen wear for the holidays you&#8217;re offering them fashion and beauty that later turns into flowers, plants or something else equally as beautiful. This is such a unique gift people can&#8217;t help but smile when they receive it. Teenagers will love them (or at least ours did) because you&#8217;re offering them something that will benefit the planet but that also is designed with style in mind for them. Each necklace lasts for over a year, so you get plenty of time with it before it goes into the ground to release the seeds. From there, it begins to grow into something new. The Dragon Necklace we received was one of our all time favorite gift guide submissions this year. Future Oxygen takes eco-responsibility to a fashion-friendly level that we won&#8217;t soon forget!</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Future Oxygen Ecowear Dragon Necklace" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/FutureOxygenEcowearDragonNecklace.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="300" height="400" /></p>
<p>To learn more about Future Oxygen and view all of the Ecowear they have available, visit <a href="http://www.futureoxygencards.com/">www.futureoxygencards.com/</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Crocs:</strong> Prior to receiving these Crocs for review for this guide I had never owned a pair. Immediately, I was shocked at just how many styles are available. It&#8217;s hard to imagine that a shoe lover would not find something they were looking for in the Crocs lineup. I received a pair of Mary Janes and a midlength knee boot that goes by the name of Berryessa. The Mary Janes were the perfect casual shoe and the boots worked with casual outfits or with something a little more fashionable. Crocs are incredibly comfortable and they work in a variety of settings. If you need a pair of shoes that aren&#8217;t tennis shoes I highly recommend checking out the amazing selection and finding something for you and the rest of the family. Whether you&#8217;re buying shoes for gifts or because you need some new shoes, Crocs is a good place to start your search.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Crocs Berryessa Boots Product Image" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/BerryessaBootCrocs.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="400" height="375" /></p>
<p>You can check out all of the varieties of Crocs available at <a href="http://www.crocs.com/home/homepage,default,pg.html">the Crocs website</a>.</p>
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		<title>Product Review: Autrepeau</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 15 Aug 2010 20:42:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ashtyn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Autrepeau is worn under your clothes to create a second skin, shielding your skin from itchy and bothersome clothing and making your fashionable outfit comfortable at the same time! If you have sensitive skin or just don't like the way your clothing feels you should give Autrepeau a shot]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I have to admit that I am one of those moms that find it easy to forget all about themselves. With a pseudo-husband (we might as well be married), a child, school, and other responsibilities it is entirely too easy to forget about fashion and pampering myself. However, every now and then when I am looking for a new chance to dive into the world of fashion I find something that not only helps in a fashion sense, but that is also entirely practical, too. Today that find is Autrepeau. </p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Autrepeau Image 1" src="http://www.literaryillusions.com/photos/Autrepeau1.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="400" height="578" /></p>
<p>Most women know that fashionable dress can literally be a pain. Some of the best fabrics are itchy and others just don’t fit the way you need them too. If you need an undershirt for a blazer or a sweater it ends up being a task to find one that doesn’t ride up or bulk up your clothing. <a href="http://autrepeau.com">Autrepeau</a> looks to change all that. </p>
<p>This incredibly thin, soft under-clothing was created to make wearing those sweaters and blazers a breeze. Fitting like a second skin, Autrepeau makes sure that those itchy sweaters won’t itch and that your clothes will fit just like they should without irritating your skin, which some fabrics will do. </p>
<p>Autrepeau tops and tanks range in variety from spaghetti straps to long sleeve. They even offer a turtle neck tank and long sleeve option. A pant liner option is also available. Each item is made from a mix of spandex and nylon, which explains the stretchy, second-skin like quality. It also ensures that things like bunching are not going to be a problem. </p>
<p>Each item is available in sizes 1-4, which equates to fit sizes 4-18.  Size one (4-6), 2 (8-10), 3 (12-14), and 4 (16-18) are available for all products. I have worn mine sparingly so far, because I chose a longer sleeved product knowing how invaluable it will be to me in the winter months. However, wearing it once will show you that it’s worth the purchase. The soft product fits snuggly, reducing the clinginess and discomfort brought on by some clothing. </p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Autrepeau Image 2" src="http://www.literaryillusions.com/photos/Autrepeau2.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="400" height="488" /></p>
<p>I also imagine that thanks to the fit of Autrepeau it would help extend the life of your clothing. Wearing it with your sweaters, should cut down on cleaning costs and should help keep your sweaters newer, longer. I am a huge fan of Autrepeau and will definitely be doing some shopping again soon! </p>
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<p>Every woman needs at least one of these shirts or tanks in their closet (maybe more) to help add some comfort to their everyday fashion. I highly recommend that you check them out. </p>
<p>If you do visit <a href="http://autrepeau.com">Autrepea</a>u make sure to use the coupon code LIKID10 at the checkout to receive 25% off your order!</p>
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		<title>Review: Sunglass Warehouse</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Aug 2010 22:16:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ashtyn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lil B loves his Kid Sport Sunglasses from Sunglass Warehouse. They are cute, trendy, and the website has great options for the whole family. Sunglass Warehouse has prices everyone can appreciate and sunglasses worth more than what you will pay for them!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Lil B just turned six years old and for his birthday he got plenty of presents. Right before his birthday I entered into an agreement to review a pair of <a href="http://www.sunglasswarehouse.com/kidssunglasses.html">sunglasses for kids</a> from Sunglass Warehouse. We also reviewed an adult pair over on LI Reviews (<a href="http://www.li-reviews.com/2010/08/03/review-sunglass-warehouse">check it out</a>). </p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  alt="Kid Sport Sunglasses Sunglass Warehouse" src="http://www.literaryillusions.com/photos/KidsSunglassesSunglassWarehouse.jpg" class="aligncenter" width="500" height="288" /></p>
<p>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. </p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>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. </p>
<p>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 <a href="http://www.sunglasswarehouse.com/childrens-sports-sunglasses.html">SW Kid’s Sport Style #199</a> (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. </p>
<p>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. </p>
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<p>While the selection for kids is a little on the lighter side, there are many options for both <a href="http://www.sunglasswarehouse.com/wosu.html">Women’s</a> and <a href="http://www.sunglasswarehouse.com/menssunglasses.html">Men’s sunglasses</a>. With the available options you shouldn’t have any problem finding great deals and the perfect glasses for everyone in the entire family.</p>
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		<title>Holiday Gift Review: Adam &amp; Alix Handbags</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 06 Dec 2009 03:45:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ashtyn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Adam &#038; Alix Handbags might not be a name that you're familiar with but you might want to get familiar. These super-cute bags range from big to small and come in all the colors of the rainbow to keep girls of any age as happy as can be]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img style=' float: right; padding: 4px; margin: 0 0 2px 7px;'  alt="Adam and Alix Purse" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/AdamAlixPurse.jpg" class="alignright" width="250" height="269" />During the holidays hundreds of potential gifts pass my desk. Many of them are things that I know I won&#8217;t miss once they are gone. Some sound good in theory, but soon make me wish I had never heard of them. Others, on the other hand, just seem to fit. <a href="http://adamandalix.com">Adam &#038; Alix</a> is one of those things that just fit. As far as a designer line goes, I had never heard of them. In fact, when I received the bag for review that I was sent I didn&#8217;t even know it was coming. It was packed with some other products and when I opened the box, there it was. </p>
<p>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&#8217;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 &#038; 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 &#038; Alix aren&#8217;t so bad. </p>
<p>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 &#038; Alix designs. They offer numerous options from fun and sassy to retro and chic. Chances are you&#8217;re going to find something you like. In the beginning I wasn&#8217;t sure I loved the one that we received, but all that mattered was that mom liked it. However, I admit that it&#8217;s grown on me. Still, when I buy my own Adam &#038; Alix I will probably go with something a little on the formal/classier side for myself. </p>
<p>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. </p>
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<p>Adam &#038; 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&#8217;re looking for a gift for the fashion-conscious girl on your list.</p>
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		<title>Nickelodeon and Nooka Partner for Limited Edition Spongebob Watches!</title>
		<link>http://www.li-kids.com/2009/05/11/nickelodeon-and-nooka-partner-for-limited-edition-spongebob-watches/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 03:55:15 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[In honor of the pop-culture icon’s 10th anniversary celebration this year, Nooka has created two limited-edition timepieces featuring graphics inspired by SpongeBob Squarepants]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong><img align="right" style="margin: 7px 9px;" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/limitededition.JPG" alt="" width="250" height="167" />NICKELODEON/VIACOM CONSUMER PRODUCTS AND NOOKA INC. PARTNER ON LIMITED-EDITION HIGH-END WRISTWATCHES FEATURING SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS</strong></p>
<p><em>Nooka Joins the Porous Pal’s 10th Anniversary Celebration Just in the ‘Nick’ of Time</em></p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>“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.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p><span id="more-1764"></span>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.</p>
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<p>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.</p>
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		<title>Clothing Review: Spike &amp; Annie Boys Babar Pants Review</title>
		<link>http://www.li-kids.com/2009/01/26/clothing-review-spike-annie-boys-babar-pants-review/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 02:35:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ashtyn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Note: Our reviewer, Lil B, has been under the weather so we are unable to offer pictures like we did with our recent Lola et Moi review. However, as soon as he gets better you can bet that we will be posting plenty of pictures of him in his adorable new Babar Pants. Spike &#38; ]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img style="margin: 7px 9px;" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/SpikeandAnnieShorts.jpg" alt="Stock Photo Product Image for Spike and Annie Babar Shorts" width="250" height="344" align="right" />Note: Our reviewer, Lil B, has been under the weather so we are unable to offer pictures like we did with our recent Lola et Moi review. However, as soon as he gets better you can bet that we will be posting plenty of pictures of him in his adorable new Babar Pants.</p>
<p>Spike &amp; Annie can best be described as a couture clothing line for children. Suitable for babies up to the age of around eight years old, Spike and Annie offer limited edition items that are well made, adorable, and sure to be one of a kind in most American locations. I have to admit, prior to being approached by Spike and Annie, I had never heard of them. It only took one look before I was immediately interested in their line though. I found most of the boys clothing to fall into two immediate categories; fun and playful or adorably handsome.</p>
<p>The first two things I noticed were the Babar pants (which were sent to us for review) and the <a href="http://spikeandannie.com/sku17.html">Beach Casual Shirt</a>, which I knew would have looked absolutely adorable on Lil B. When the Babar pants arrived in a pleasing Lime Green shade, I was excited and couldn&#8217;t (and still can&#8217;t) wait to see Lil B put on his new pants.</p>
<p>If you&#8217;re new to the Spike &amp; Annie experience too, you shouldn&#8217;t feel bad. Other than their online shop, Spike &amp; Annie clothing is only sold in a few select cities. In fact, unless you&#8217;re from Dallas, Honolulu, Los Angeles, La Jolla, or the Southhamptons (in the U.S., of course) then you probably haven&#8217;t heard of them. Still, it will only take one look to get you in the mood to pick up some of their adorable summer beach wear for your kids.</p>
<p><em><span id="more-1264"></span>Clothing Offerings</em><br />
Spike &amp; Annie were nice enough to send us a pair of the Babar pants. You can see a white version of the pair we received through the <a href="http://spikeandannie.com/skub03.html">Spike &amp; Annie website</a>. Considering these were one of the things in Lil B&#8217;s size that I had been looking at I was pleased to see that we were lucky enough to receive them. The pants that we received will be perfect for the summer.</p>
<p>These will end up being more like long shorts as opposed to pants, which will work well because Lil B loves hanging out in his beach wear and attending summer events. Unlike the white Babar pants that are available on the website, these awesome pants are a light, lime-ish green color with darker green elephants on them. They are too cute!</p>
<p><em>Fabric/Material Quality</em><br />
The Babar pants by Spike &amp; Annie are made of a special Batik fabric that is actually formed from an All Natural cotton. The result is an incredibly soft garment that looks nice and comfortable. One important thing to note about Batik fabric is that it has a tendency to bleed the first time you wash these in the washing machine. While there are no specific, special washing instructions you will want to be careful what you wash them with the first time to ensure that you do not get green dye on your other items. After the first washing this should not be a problem. When it comes to drying you have the option of hanging these up and air drying them, or partially drying them in the dryer and then air drying the rest of the way.</p>
<p>The pants have pockets in the front and back and offer an added seam around the knee area that gives them a look similar in style to a pair of carpenter jeans. The pants have an elastic waistband in the back and a drawstring in front so if they are too loose you can tie them up, but they will also offer some give room as your child grows. A wonderful feature on these pants that I rarely see is a velcro fastener as opposed to a button. You just pop the velcro apart and the zipper slides down easier than ever. This makes these pants great for the young ones that occasionally have problems with buttons and snaps and I&#8217;m sure that it helps to minimize any potential accidents!</p>
<p><em>Price</em><br />
The green (or white) Babar pants are available through the Spike &amp; Annie website for $67.00. Naturally this is going to be high for a lot of parent&#8217;s. If you can afford it I am positive that you will find they are worth it. They are unique, fun, and comfortable, which makes them worth every penny in the minds of most parents. I admit that I would have had a hard time deciding to purchase these if I would have been shopping for some beach clothes. Lil B has a tendency to grow pretty fast.</p>
<p>One of the positives to Spike &amp; Annie is that these pants appear to be a little bigger than he needs them to be. With the sizes running bigger and offering elastic backs this means that these pants should last Lil B through this coming summer and possibly the next. If I finagle the cost a little bit that takes it down to $33.50 per summer, which isn&#8217;t horrendous. Additionally, if you have more than one child that are spread out a bit in age then this isn&#8217;t so bad. The quality is certainly good enough to be able to let one grow out of these and give them to the other.</p>
<p><em>Adorability Factor</em><br />
I remember when Babar was all the rage. Even though he&#8217;s not as popular as he once was, he&#8217;s still as cute as ever. The design on these pants appears to be hand drawn or designed, which is just excellent in itself. Meanwhile, the color is just fabulous. They are just great pants. I can&#8217;t wait to post the pictures of Lil B wearing them so that you can see how good he looks in them.</p>
<p>While these shorts are just adorable on their own, I know they are going to look so much better with him (or another young child) wearing them. While I admit that I would have probably passed these up if I just looked at them on a website, seeing them and being able to feel the fabric does make all the difference in the world. After being able to check them out, I wouldn&#8217;t hesitate in picking some up or recommending them to others that can afford them, in the future.</p>
<p><em>Lasting Appeal</em><br />
While most of Spike &amp; Annie&#8217;s line isn&#8217;t something your kids will wear year-round, it is something that will be pulled out for multiple summers permitting they continue to fit for more than one summer (some kids grow much faster than others, especially little ones). Additionally, even though it is more expensive then you might normally spend, these are made well enough that you could easily hand these down to other kids in the family or to your family friends that have children that could use them.</p>
<p>This design is timeless. It&#8217;s cute, especially for younger kids. I don&#8217;t know how well this design would jive with an eight year old or older child, but any child younger than that will likely enjoy the fun and carefree look to these pants.</p>
<p>Parents, especially mom&#8217;s should love the cuteness factor that comes with most of Spike &amp; Annie&#8217;s clothing. It&#8217;s nice enough to know that your child will be unique, but each clothing item makes your child look good without making them look older than they should. So often kids try to grow up too fast and look older than their age. With Spike &amp; Annie children have a chance to look cool according to their own standards without having to try and advance their age. I know I can&#8217;t speak for everyone, but I really did find these to be adorable.</p>
<p><em>Bottom Line</em><br />
While these are more expensive than the standard beach-wear that most average moms will buy their kids, if you&#8217;re looking to splurge this might be a great way to do it. Spike &amp; Annie offers some well made, fashionable clothing that is age appropriate. While this line won&#8217;t be for everyone, due to price and other factors, I think the majority of people that see these clothes will love them.</p>
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<p>Spike &amp; Annie has done a wonderful job at creating a carefree, fun, and fashionable line of couture clothing for young children. If you have a young child of your own or know one that you&#8217;ve been looking to spoil for some special occasion, Spike &amp; Annie&#8217;s would certainly be a good way to do it!</p>
<p><strong>Fabric/Material Quality</strong>: 5 out of 5 stars<br />
<strong>Price</strong>: 4 out of 5 stars<br />
<strong>Adorability Factor</strong>: 5 out of 5 stars<br />
<strong>Lasting Appeal</strong>: 4.5 out of 5 stars<br />
<strong>Overall Rating:</strong> 4.63 out of 5 stars</p>
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		<title>Clothing Review: Lola et Moi Outfit</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 17:41:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ashtyn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I don&#8217;t live in California, so I don&#8217;t know much about high quality fashion that is available to both celebrities and their children. While I&#8217;ve had the chance to check out a few of Hollywood&#8217;s favorite boutiques thanks to the outfits of some of Tinseltown&#8217;s biggest stars and their children, I&#8217;ve never had a chance ]]></description>
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<p>I don&#8217;t live in California, so I don&#8217;t know much about high quality fashion that is available to both celebrities and their children. While I&#8217;ve had the chance to check out a few of Hollywood&#8217;s favorite boutiques thanks to the outfits of some of Tinseltown&#8217;s biggest stars and their children, I&#8217;ve never had a chance to physically visit any of these stores. Of course, I&#8217;m not a celebrity nor is anyone in my family. That doesn&#8217;t mean we don&#8217;t try to find the best outfits for both my son, CT, and my nephew, Lil B, to wear.</p>
<p>As you might have guessed, I was absolutely thrilled when I was contacted about reviewing some clothing from Lola et Moi. I was so happy that the company was willing to send an outfit for Lil B to wear, and for us to review, from their Beverly Hills store. This is the only place you can buy these clothes in the United States. The clothes are so adorably fashionable that celebrities, such as Selma Hayek, shop their for their children. With my son too old for their clothing, I set out to receive something that Lil B could wear and I could review.</p>
<p><center><img alt="Lil B Posing in Lola et Moi Clothes" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/BraxSillyNoR.jpg" width="340" height="460" /></center></p>
<p>While I initially planned to take both pictures and videos of Lil B, he has been feeling under the weather lately. So, I managed to have my brother (his dad) snap a few photos of him. Unfortunately, my brother doesn&#8217;t have the best camera. I&#8217;ll be updating this review in the next week or so with higher quality images and a video of Lil B in his outfit, now that he&#8217;s finally starting to feel better. Even in these less than stellar quality photos, you can see how adorable Lil B is, in his Lola et Moi outfit.</p>
<p>Not only is the outfit adorable, it&#8217;s also appears to be made with high quality fabric. This isn&#8217;t an outfit that is going to wear out easily. In fact, I&#8217;m sure he&#8217;ll outgrow this outfit before it outgrows him. I couldn&#8217;t be more pleased with the outfit we received for Lil B from Lola et Moi. Of course, besides the adorability factor of this outfit, there are a few other things you, as a parent, will want to consider before purchasing your own outfit from Lola et Moi, for your child.</p>
<p><center><img alt="Braxton in just the Lola et Moi button down shirt" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/BraxtonDark.jpg" width="450" height="477" /></center></p>
<p><span id="more-1259"></span><em>Clothing Offerings</em><br />
We received a long sleeved, button down, patterned shirt for Lil B to wear. We also received a gray sweater vest. The vest can be worn with the button down, or Lil B can wear the button down on his own. At the time when we received these clothes (and still today), <a href="http://www.lolaetmoi.com">the Lola et Moi website</a> did not feature any boys clothes, so I didn&#8217;t know what to expect. I knew the clothing offerings for girls were stunning, so I hoped that the boys clothes were just as nice. I was very impressed by what we received.</p>
<p>The patterned shirt was something he can wear to both school or to a fancier event. It&#8217;s casual enough to be worn every day, but also elegant enough that he can get away with wearing it to a fancier restaurant or another special event. I also liked the fact that the clothes seem to run a little big for his size. While the shirt and vest  fit perfectly, it still seemed as if he had room to grow into them. This is an outfit you&#8217;ll want to last for as long as it will fit your child, so I&#8217;m glad it isn&#8217;t something he is going to outgrow in the next week.</p>
<p><center><img alt="Lil B looking adorable in Lola et Moi clothing" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/BraxtonNice.jpg" width="350" height="473" /></center></p>
<p><em>Fabric/Material Quality</em><br />
The patterned shirt looked like it was made of a heavier type of cotton. This is definitely a high quality fabric. It&#8217;s thicker and doesn&#8217;t look like the type of fabric that would rip easily (or after washing it). Despite the fact that this fabric is thick, it wasn&#8217;t heavy on Lil B&#8217;s skin. The shirt actually felt quite soft, and it isn&#8217;t the type of shirt that would cause any type of skin irritation. So, while it is heavier in material form, it&#8217;s rather lightweight, to wear.</p>
<p>The vest looks to be made of some type of woolen fabric. I&#8217;m not exactly sure what it is made of, but the craftsmanship of this vest is quite exquisite. The vest was comfortable, soft, and not at all itchy, like some wool can be. Lil B kept remarking about how soft it was when he ran his fingers over the vest. While I wasn&#8217;t sure how well the vest would go with the crazy patterns on his shirt, the two pieces go together, remarkably well.</p>
<p><center><img alt="Another pose for Lil B with Lola et Moi shirt and vest on" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/BraxtonPose1.jpg" width="450" height="600" /></center></p>
<p><em>Price</em><br />
Since these clothing items didn&#8217;t come with a price tag and there is currently no information on pricing on <a href="http://www.lolaetmoi.com">the Lola et Moi website</a> for boys clothes, I&#8217;m going to have to guess at how much the button down and vest cost. Remember, this is a Beverly Hills boutique, so you&#8217;re going to pay a lot more for higher quality clothing then you would at say, Kohl&#8217;s or Wal-Mart. If you are on a budget, you won&#8217;t be able to afford an outfit from Lola et Moi, unless you have saved up money to buy something for a special occasion.</p>
<p>I do know that these clothes would be perfect for holidays, birthdays, or another celebration when you are planning to spend a lot more money then you&#8217;d expect to purchase with every day outfits. I could also see young kids wearing Lola et Moi on school picture days. I do love these clothes, and right now, their adorable coats are making me wish I had a little girl! When I do have more children, you can bet I&#8217;ll be looking to this boutique when I&#8217;m buying fancier clothes for my children, especially for those special family events and celebrations.</p>
<p>If I had to guess at how much the vest and shirt cost, I&#8217;d say a little over $100. This is just a guess based on the pricing of their girls and baby clothing. I did find some dresses available for online shopping that are comparable to the prices you&#8217;d pay to buy a dress in the mall, but these outfits seem to be of a higher quality. You can check out prices by visiting <a href="http://www.lolaetmoi.com">the Lola et Moi website</a>.</p>
<p><center><img alt="Braxton standing near the Christmas Tree" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/MildBlurTree.jpg" width="450" height="519" /></center></p>
<p><em>Adorability Factor</em><br />
Not only are these outfits adorable, they are incredibly unique. This didn&#8217;t look like anything else Lil B owns. My brother dresses him well, but this still has to be one of the best outfits he now owns. Truthfully, how many kids in your area will own something from a Beverly Hills clothing store? Lil B looked so cute in this outfit and when he wore it out, he received many compliments for the unique style. Nobody in his class at school has an outfit like this, so naturally his outfit has been the talk of the town.</p>
<p>Most of the clothing in the Lola et Moi line is just as adorable as the outfit we received for Lil B. It&#8217;s stylish, beautifully crafted, and your child will look brilliant while wearing Lola et Moi attire. I know these pictures aren&#8217;t the greatest, but you can still see how beautiful Lil B looks in these clothes. I&#8217;m extremely happy with what we received and plan to look to Lola et Moi for clothing purchases once I have my own, young children again.</p>
<p><center><img alt="Braxton Posing in Lola et Moi Clothing" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/BraxtonPose2.jpg" width="450" height="600" /></center></p>
<p><em>Lasting Appeal</em><br />
Just based on the fact that these clothes are unique, I don&#8217;t see Lola et Moi outfits going out of style. Since they are well crafted, I&#8217;m sure that Lil B will outgrow this outfit before he is ready to stop wearing it. The clothing may appear to be retro in many ways, but the style is timeless, the quality makes it long lasting and worthy of purchasing, and I can see this outfit being passed on to another child who could benefit from wearing it once Lil B has grown out of it!</p>
<p><em>Bottom Line</em><br />
I love Lola et Moi! This Beverly Hills boutique is absolutely fabulous. While I never expected I&#8217;d want to purchase clothing from a store like this, I&#8217;ve fallen in love with their clothing. I&#8217;ve visited the Lola et Moi website over 20 times since I&#8217;ve received the clothes we&#8217;re reviewing with Lil B. Every time I see the retro coats (especially the red and green Chic Retro Wool Coats) I hope that I&#8217;ll soon have a little girl who can wear such an adorable outfit. </p>
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<p>I don&#8217;t think these outfits will be going out of style any time soon. What else is there to say? Sure, Lola et Moi is a little more expensive then a local shopping outlet, but for how your child is going to look and how long this outfit will last, I truly believe the price is worth paying.</p>
<p><strong>Fabric/Material Quality</strong>: 5 out of 5 stars<br />
<strong>Price</strong>: 4.5 out of 5 stars<br />
<strong>Adorability Factor</strong>: 5 out of 5 stars<br />
<strong>Lasting Appeal</strong>: 5 out of 5 stars<br />
<strong>Overall Rating:</strong> 4.88 out of 5 stars</p>
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		<title>LI Kids Coupon Code: 20% Off Bazzle Baby Products</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 01:41:44 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[After we had a chance to review the wonderful Bazzle Baby products that were send to us, we figured we had to offer our readers the perfect chance to try them out for themselves. We tried out the Banda Bib and Burper, though Bazzle Baby offers numerous other products in plenty of styles. The Bazzle ]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>After we had a chance to review the wonderful Bazzle Baby products that were send to us, we figured we had to offer our readers the perfect chance to try them out for themselves. We tried out the Banda Bib and Burper, though Bazzle Baby offers numerous other products in plenty of styles. </p>
<p>The Bazzle Baby website describes the Banda Bib as:</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>You can read our complete review of the Bib and Burper by visiting our <a href="http://www.li-kids.com/2008/12/26/fashion-review-banda-bibs-burpers/">review of Bazzle Baby products</a>.</p>
<p><span id="more-1032"></span>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.</p>
<p>Coupon Code &#8211; LOVEBB</p>
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<p>Also, make sure to check back soon as we will be offering a giveaway for two $25 gift certificates for Bazzle Baby products!</p>
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		<title>LI Kids Exclusive Coupon Code: Violet&#8217;s Peapods Sleep Sacks</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 19:08:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you have a baby you know how important it is to keep them comfortable while sleeping. It is imparative that you dress them comfortably and safely while making sure that they are not too warm or too cold. With blankets being a potential danger that leaves some parents wondering what to put their baby ]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img style="margin: 7px 9px;" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/sleepsack.jpg" alt="Peapod Sleepsacks Product Image" width="250" height="415" align="right" />If you have a baby you know how important it is to keep them comfortable while sleeping. It is imparative that you dress them comfortably and safely while making sure that they are not too warm or too cold. With blankets being a potential danger that leaves some parents wondering what to put their baby in to ensure their health while sleeping. The answer is sleep sacks.</p>
<p>These adorable inventions keep the baby cozy without the parent having to worry about the baby getting too hot or cold, choking on any extras in the crib, or anything else for that matter. All you have to do is dress your baby in appropriate pajamas for the season and place them in their sleep sack for a good night&#8217;s sleep!</p>
<p>Violet&#8217;s Sleep Sacks are some of the most adorable I have found. Lennone Merz came up with the idea for these sleep sacks after having her second child, Violet. She used them with her first child when her mother-in-law gave her one and it appears that the rest is History. While these are not nearly as well known in the United States as they are in Europe, the idea is fabulous and it lessens the worry of illnesses such as SIDS.</p>
<p>To celebrate the wonder of new babies and comfortable, safe bedding options LI Kids and Violet&#8217;s Sleep Sacks have teamed up to offer our readers a special discount. For the entire month of January you can head on over to Violet&#8217;s Shop to pick up one of the patterned or reversable sleep sacks at a discount!</p>
<p><span id="more-1013"></span>When checking out just use the COUPON CODE: LIKids09 for a 15% off discount!</p>
<p>Remember, this code lasts for the entire month of January so if you have a new baby or know someone that does, head over to Violet&#8217;s Sleep Sacks and pick out an adorable sleep sack at a 15% off discount using the coupon code LIKids09!</p>
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		<title>Fashion Review: Banda Bibs &amp; Burpers</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 13:31:32 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We don&#8217;t often do our reviews in pairs. However, Bazzle Baby gave us a reason to, in this instance. Bazzle Baby sells bibs, burpers, and other supplies for your baby. These items are not only adorable and a necessary staple for any mother, they are also fashionable. Fearing that I might repeat myself heavily due ]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img style="margin: 2px 4px;" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/nauticalburpers.jpg" alt="Nautical Bazzle Baby Burper Picture" width="250" height="363" align="right" />We don&#8217;t often do our reviews in pairs. However, <a href="http://bazzlebaby.com">Bazzle Baby</a> gave us a reason to, in this instance. Bazzle Baby sells bibs, burpers, and other supplies for your baby. These items are not only adorable and a necessary staple for any mother, they are also fashionable. Fearing that I might repeat myself heavily due to the fact that I picked out both the burper and the bib in the same style (I love to match when possible) I have decided to roll this review into one, but as much as I love Bazzle Baby I am certain that this won&#8217;t be the last you will hear about them from me.</p>
<p>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&#8217;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.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p><span id="more-979"></span>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&#8217;s a winning combination in more ways than one.</p>
<p><img style="margin: 2px 4px;" src="http://www.li-kids.com/photos/NauticalBandareal.jpg" alt="Bazzle Baby Banda Bib Product Picture" width="250" height="313" align="left" />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.</p>
<p>You will only need a couple of these bibs and burpers when you buy from <a href="http://bazzlebaby.com">Bazzle Baby</a>. The quality is so good and the product remains beautiful after washing. The colors don&#8217;t fade or run (at least not in the beginning, which I&#8217;ve seen happen). For the price, if not the quality, it remains a top choice in bib and burper baby products.</p>
<p>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.</p>
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<p>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&#8217;t hesitate in purchasing if I needed some new baby products.</p>
<p>Personal Favorites Include:</p>
<p>Banda Bibs:<br />
Sweet Pea Bandabib (Burper also Available)<br />
Black Spot Bandabib (Burper also Available)<br />
Mambo Bandabib<br />
Cow BandaBib<br />
Stripe BandaBib</p>
<p>Burpers:<br />
Pinstripe Burpers</p>
<p>If you love these BandaBibs and Burpers as much as I do you can head over to <a href="http://bazzlebaby.com">Bazzle Baby</a> and pick out your favorites and have them shipped to you without a problem. It&#8217;s definitely worth avoiding the hassle and lines to get just what you want and need to make your parenting duties easier!</p>
<p><strong>Quality:</strong> 5 out of 5 stars<br />
<strong>Visual Appeal:</strong> 5 out of 5 stars<br />
<strong>Originality Factor:</strong> 4.5 out of 5 stars<br />
<strong>Price/Shipping:</strong> 4.5 out of 5 stars<br />
<strong>Overall Rating:</strong> <strong>Overall Rating:</strong> 4.75 out of 5 stars</p>
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