Melissa & Doug Wooden Toys - Christmas Wish List

Christmas is coming and already we have had the children telling their parent s what collection of toys they want from our selection of wooden toys. Since introducing the wooden toys both into our store and online the feedback from parents has been phenomenal and just shows you the classics never die.  From old school abacuses and pound a pegs to the new wooden cutting foods, its seems as though wooden toys are a real winner. Our collection of Melissa and Doug toys have been a huge hit and we thought we would share some of the best sellers and sure to be Christmas gifts with you. Not only great fun but all these wooden toys have great educational value to them and really help with toddler’s development.

This cutting food set has all kids entertained around the toy table and seems to be on all their Christmas lists if there not lucky enough to have them already.

Our classic sound puzzles are our best seller and always seem to put a smile on  a child's face.

On the theme of classic toys we would everyone to list their favourite childhood wooden toy to remind us of your childhood memories when life was stress free. 

No Tricks Just Treats....

As Halloween is fast approaching we at Sienna Loves Kai are giving away a pair of Dinosoles trainers as a treat to two lucky winners! To enter for the draw all you have to is follow the below 3 easy steps:

Follow our Blog Site
Like our Facebook page
Comment under this post your child's shoe size and what they will be wearing for Halloween this year!

Have fun entering, and the winner will be announced on 31st October 2011!

Sienna - Fashionista in the making

She may be 2 years old but she knows a thing or two about fashion...check out her fall wardrobe courtesy of SLK

SS12 Trend Report - Sneak Peek at Mini Rodini

I know we have just entered into AW11, but with LFW taking place its hard not to get side tracked! Sienna Loves Kai did thier SS12 buy in July this year so its lovely to watch the show and be able to see similarities in the range we picked.

The strong trends coming through for Spring Summer 12 has to be the tribal / Safari Look and the 1920s inspiration. I am also loving the warm shades of orange, the freshness of the sea foam greens and the classic monochrome tones that can be identified throughout.

One Brand at SLK has next season down to a tee! Mini Rodini SS12 range has managed to corporates all the trends in one fun packed collection. We look forward to see it in store early next year.

Top Five....

I have recently been introduced to the wonderful world of children's blog sites and I wonder how I managed without it! Some might call it a slight addiction but its a good one (I say with a smile convincing myself!)
Following the right blogs is like having a personal shopper who sieves through all the sales for the best discounts, test out all the the new products on the market and brings you this seasons must haves before they hit the stores...Perfect for mums on the go! My top 5 have been chosen for different reasons and are in no particular order, I love them all the same! Please check them out and follow the blog that is right for you. 




Bambino Goodies 
 http://www.bambinogoodies.co.uk/
This is the go-to-site if you want to find out the best shops and sales available on-line. I find their site fun, personal and easy to navigate, definitely one to follow!


Babyccino Kids 
http://babyccinokids.com/shop/ 
I love this blog as I am a mum on the go and never have time to shop for gifts. Especially as I love to find gifts that are different and not on the High Street, I can always trust Babyccino Kids to have top ten gift ideas to chose from. 


Baby Jungle 
http://baby-jungle.com/
I can always trust Baby Jungle to bring innovative and fun products to light. There are many products on this blog that will be great to keep the kids busy through the holidays from cooking recipes to arts and crafts. I can't get enough of this blog!  


Little Scandinavian 
http://littlescandinavian.com/
This blog site is fresh and inspiring. I find myself drawn in page after page by current trends and seasons must haves especially with my favourite Scandinavian brands. Make sure you sign up to their newsletter.


Kenzipoo 
http://kenziepoo.com/
I am sure there are many other blogs that have articles on children's décor but Kenzipoo is by far my favourite. After visiting this site I always want to redecorate Sienna & Kai's room. 


Hope you love them as much as me!




Other sites you should checkout:


Babiekin Magazine
http://babiekinsmag.com/
Everything Baby & Kids! This magazine cover everything from party ideas to issues concerning kids. Also worth signing up to their newsletter or follow then on Facebook. 


Lastenvaateralli 
http://lastenvaateralli.blogspot.com/
Thank God for Google translation! I found this site on Facebook as I love Scandinavian brands. Defiantly worth checking out. 


Mrs Agatha 
http://mrsagathamarple.blogspot.com/
Last but not least; this blog is also in Finnish but can easily be translated. This site is full of information from product reviews down to new season collection that are not yet in shops. Please follow you won't be disappointed. 

Back to Black - Nicole Ritchie with Harlow & Sparrow

As a child my Mother never put me in black when it came to clothing, I am not sure if it is to do with the fact I was born in the 80's but I was always seen in a more brighter colour palette. I recently bought Sienna a black dress and my mum was not impressed with my colour choice "the colour black is not for kids." She explained. Growing up in my household the colour black was seen as mysterious color associated with fear and the unknown only ever seeing my mum wearing all black to funerals.Has this ideology changed? For me defiantly. According to colour-wheel-pro.com Black also denotes strength and authority; it is considered to be a very formal, elegant and prestigious colour.  I personally don't feel its a colour that is to hard for kids clothing and brands like Baby K, Minti and Munster Kids share similar views. I love this picture of Nicole with her kids be inspired. Don't share the same view, please let us know your comments.

Mum & Sparrow in matching hats...how cute

Festival Fever

Festival season is upon us kids, and were as most of you don't have the luxuries of going to ACL fest like Apple Martin the place to be seen and heard has to be Camp Bestival 29–31 July 2011. Being the Glastonbury of kid's festivals your guaranteed to enjoy yourselves. With a fantastic line up; Katy B, Mark Ronson & The Business Intl, Wretch 32, Blodie and Mr Tumble to name a few! If you planing to go make sure you opt for the camping weekend as a day event maybe a little overwhelming for the little ones. For those of you that don't want to travel far there is always the Lollibop Festival in Regents Park.  This event will be held over 3 days 5th, 6th and 7th August, in the heart of the summer holidays! To get the festival look pop in to Sienna Loves Kai we have so much to chose from....

Suri Cruise Vs Shiloh Jolie Pitt

For a 6 year old Suri Cruise has one hell of a wardrobe! Being the daughter of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes its no wonder why renown Fashion designers are making mini replicas of their adult collection just for Miss Suri.  I sometimes watch my daughter Sienna prouncing around in my Jimmy Choo or holding my oversize Marc Jacob bag and think how fabulous it is that she loves Fashion at the age of 2! Sienna often spends time within my boutique in South West London and is always surrounded by luxury brands she is constantly asking to try on may different styles and looks. But...yes there is a but...those girly moments are short lived as soon as Kai (her big brother) is around! Sienna loves kai and often mimics everything kai does including watching football in an oversize Arsenal jersey. So do you think parents force or influence who their child becomes in the future through the clothes they put them in from a young age?If that's the case if i bought sienna kitten heel, a make up kit and always put her in dresses is she more likely to become a super girl diva? Or if i decide to take a leaf out of Angelina Jolie book and put Sienna in non gender specific clothing will that help in her journey to finding out who she is as she grows? Shiloh Pitt sports a short hair cut and is always pictured in trousers because her mum wants to protect her getting caught up it the Hollywood hype. I think Angie and Brad have the right idea.  These are very difficult questions and until i opened Sienna Loves Kai on Garratt Lane i always searched the high street for clothes that were non gender specific for my kid's. But that was purely for my preference, i wanted Sienna and Kai to be comfortable and i could not see sienna in a pouffy dress and kitten heels climbing on the jungle gym! At Sienna Loves Kai we sell comfortable clothing for fashion forward kids. Some of our brands such as Mini Rodini and Monkee Genes have a lot of pieces in there collection can be worn by both genders but are still trendy and fun.


I love this look x

Clothes at Sienna Loves Kai. See you can still be girly and be comfortable

best seller Mini Rodini baseball Jacket, can be worn by both Girls and Boys

Button Me jumper loved by both adults and Kids teamed with Minti leggings it looks uber cute. 

Be There or be Square

Hi Guys

to celebrate the opening of our new shop in Garratt Lane SW18 we are having a promotional event. Come down on the 30th April and receive 20% off on Mini Rodini, Munster Kid, Kidscase and many more brands! The first 50 customers will receive a free Crumbs & Doilies cupcake so don't miss out.

See you there!

Thanks from Sienna Loves Kai Team

Living In Colour

Get your mini ray ban wayfarer on as this season pop colour jeans are taking over! The Streets have definitely taken notice of this current trend and we at Sienna Loves Kai are loving it! Our Organic Monkee Genes are the perfect interpretation for our fashion forward kids. At only £29 these durable jeans are perfect for those summer play dates at the park. Pick up the electric blue skinny fits in store right now as this colourway can cross over into next season!


For inspiration follow below link
  http://www.asos.com/Women/Women-Landing-Pages/20110411H-Women-Great-Strides/Cat/pgehtml.aspx?cid=13178&WT.ac=180411_UK_Women_ColouredTrousers