I like doing things differently. I don't know why or where it came from, but whenever something becomes a trend, it starts to feel downright unappealing to me. Perhaps for this reason too I choose fashion that is less mainstream, and that applies to the kids as well. I like "lovable" little things, but I am incredibly picky. It has to be simple, with attention to detail and, on top of that, made of eco-friendly materials. You also won't find me shopping in chain stores because all the "neighbours" will have the same things, and I also can't be bothered dragging the kids around shopping centres.
For these reasons I have grown fond of shopping mainly on the internet, or "under one roof" at the KID children's fashion festival in the Stará tržnica (Old Market Hall). There I look for designer things that I can't find elsewhere, and I'll tell you, it takes effort to hold back and not overdo it. This time I discovered this cotton "crown" headband by the Slovak brand Haloo and also an imaginative dummy holder with a slogan. The owner of the e-shop Herzchenklein makes these pendants herself and to order. Yes, by hand. 
As for online shopping, a great find for mums who like to shop smart is the outlet www.kiido.sk You will find an incredible amount of goods from well-known brands at outlet prices there. Whether you are looking for dummies, toys, clothes or furniture, you will definitely find something. I have ordered really many great things from there, among others this turquoise loungewear for the boys by the Danish brand Smalfolk, which is otherwise not sold in Slovakia. I also ordered Suavinéx dummies, a Petit Bateau pyjama set and many other little things at great prices from there. If you don't know it yet, definitely have a look!
...as you can see in the photos, Matiasko is going through a phase where he won't have his picture taken for anything in the world, so I thought I would bribe him with his favourite strawberry Ertl gingerbread from Billa, but he outsmarted me. Although he agreed to one photo, he had his eyes closed the whole time and was smirking gleefully. What can you do with him?! We love him.
