I wanted to talk honestly about my post baby body....eek. Violet is four months old now. We've known for a while that we would be going on holiday for my sister in laws 40th with a big group of friends when she got to 4 months... yes thats right getting into swimwear 4 months after giving birth (and around people that know me!)
Read moreMuddy Puddles
Here at Finlay Fox we are firm believers in getting as much fresh air as possible each and every day. It's good for the soul right (and relieving cabin fever with kids!)? Outdoor activities = better concentration and healthy bodies. Muddy Puddles is built on the proposition that there is no such thing as bad weather, just the wrong kit!
Read moreJaba Kids
There's a lot going on in Brighton at the moment. I'm keen to go down and have a little day trip, there are some great shops, kids brands and a buzzing lifestyle scene that I need to investigate. Jaba Kids is a new Brighton based brand for young girls aged 0 - 3 yrs (4-5yrs are being added next season). Designed by mega mama Georgina who has three kids under 3!
Read moreLittle Hotdog Watson
I don't know about you but I find it so hard to find decent kids sun hats. Friends are always asking me where they can get nice kids hats and finally I have found a brand I want to spread the news about! I recently came across Little Hotdog Watson on Instagram and straight away was attracted to their fun prints, bright colours and cool designs.
Read moreFather's Day Gift Ideas
It's Fathers Day on Sunday 19th June, don't forget to get something for that special husband or father in your life. Stuck for ideas? Here is our selection of top gifts across a variety of budgets...
Read moreRunaway Design Collective
With Summer in the air and thoughts of holidays and T-shirt wearing weather on the cards, I wanted to talk about one of our favourite brands for kids tees at Finlay Fox - Runaway Design Collective.
Read moreGo Soaky - Unisex Rainwear
Now there's a reason to love the summer rain! There are some brilliant brands producing stylish rainwear these days. Yes, we are faithful to the old yellow Petit Bateau mac, a complete icon piece in a modern child's wardrobe, but sometimes it's nice to try something new! We were sent a 'Crouching Tiger' rain cape to try out from Go Soaky.
Read moreDoodle Nest - Kids' Art Book
I was a little hesitant about writing this post due to the high cost of the product I'm about to talk about...however having actually seen it in the flesh I can understand the price point a bit more and that this is a bespoke, one off gift of really high quality. OK so what is it?
Read moreHoliday Fun!
Yes! In just over one weeks time we will be going on holiday...whoop! I just wanted to show you a few cool things I've spotted on the web that would be super fun to take on holiday if you have room in your suitcase!
Read moreM&S Kids AW16 Preview
Here are some pics of our favourite pieces from the Kids M&S AW16 press day we attended last week. The themes included 'It's Kooky' which had some fun accessories like the camera bag and winking trainers (would like these for myself in fact!).
Read moreMere Soeur - The Art of Motherhood
If you haven't heard of Carrie from Mere Soeur then please check her out! She encompasses girl power, celebrates sisterhood and empowers mums through her mama merchandise (plus she is gorgeous - major mum crush!). We've mentioned her product plenty of times before on the blog as it makes great mothers day and new mum gifts.
Read moreM&S Womenswear Preview AW16
We went to one of our favourite Great British High Street stores press day last week - M&S. M&S have had a rocky few years but I still love the thrill of the find when you see something in store or online that you know you'll live in and their prices are still really competitive. This latest collection was looking really strong and I've fallen in love with it!
Read moreMothercare AW16 Press Day
We went to the Mothercare AW16 Press Day earlier this week and saw some amazing things! Here are lots of pictures of our favourite pieces, all will be available to purchase from August, online and in-stores.
Read moreLittle Cloud
Little Cloud is a children's decoration and accessories brand with all pieces handmade in England ('up North'). We love Little Cloud as they use our favourite classic Liberty prints and have also collaborated with children's illustrator Cassie Loizeaux on some musical cushions.
Read moreLara & Ollie - teething jewellery
Violet is starting to teethe (dribble-tastic funtimes!) and we've been on the lookout for some teething toys to relieve and distract those sore swollen gums. Yes you know the toys - those horrible bits of colourful garish plastic keyrings and rattles they chew on.
Read moreWoodberry Wetlands, N16
Just a really quick post to say we visited the newly re-opened Woodberry Wetlands yesterday and I can't recommend it enough! We are lucky that it's only a short 15 minute walk from our house in Stoke Newington, London
Read moreAvery Row Playmats
Avery Row make beautiful, luxury playmats. We have been using our Go Everywhere Mat since baby Violet was born and it has been super useful, this is what we love about it so far: It looks gorgeous - the soft print, colours and quality of the trims - we get lots of compliments on it. A pop of colour leather strap holds it all easily in place when you roll it up.
Read moreMama Dresses
Suns out! This summer, dresses seem to be all about denim, pinafore, folk embroidered, dungaree, 90's slip and floral print styles. Here is our edit of the top easy, relaxed dresses out there, perfect for running around after your little ones in whilst still looking cool...
Read moreMini London Part 2
It's been a little while since I posted on activities for little ones (I did do a Mini London Part 1 post back in September see here). As the weather warms up I'm so excited to start spending more time outside and checking out some of these places. This is part 2 of our top London picks with children, indoor and outdoors, as we all know we can't rely on the Great British Summer weather!
Read moreLittle House of Hackney
If you're a House of Hackney fan beware! They have just launched Little House of Hackney - interiors, home accessories and a beautiful capsule kids range in collaboration with La Coqueta (a London based children's brand). As you may or may not know House of Hackney is pretty expensive but if you're a sucker for the iconic palm print then check the collection out, it is amazing!!
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