Cat and the hat

As the 'owners' of two cheeky munchkins of the male persuasion, it's not surprising that some of our finds tend to be a little boy-centric.

But every now and then we satisfy our blog's girlie side with something that catches our eye. Like this adorable Catriona the Cat playsuit by UK designers Olive & Moss. We're especially taken with Catriona's dinky little handbag and sweet mouse ears on the hat that comes as part of the set.

The romper is available in sizes 0-12 months in 100%, machine-washable cotton. Visit Olive & Moss to check out their range of playful characters and products.

Swing high, butterfly

Summertime and the living is easy... So the deep freeze from Siberia may be heading to the UK, but this swinging baby makes us think of those lazy, hazy days we can only dream about. The Fisher Price Butterfly Garden Papasan Cradle Swing not only looks ridiculously cosy but it also comes with a variety of sound and music settings and plenty of good vibrations.

For playtime, the bubba can relax to bird song and 8 happy tunes while nap time mode features a soothing brook, chirping crickets and 8 lullabies. Along with the detachable butterfly mobile, there's a butterfly light show that projects onto the canopy and at the flick of a switch the cradle will swing from side to side or back to front. Order at Kiddicare, an online superstore with excellent deals for new parents.

Fly girls

As we cross over into 2009, you might want to dress your baby girl in something that's chic, comfy and reflects the spirit of transformation and renewal. We're loving this Butterfly print bodysuit from UK outfitters Funky Moose. The sleeveless all-in-one comes in pink and chocolate stripes with butterfly outlines in white and is available in sizes 0-12 months. Even if you've got a newbie, we'd advise getting one size up so your little caterpillar can still rock this in springtime when she's ready to spread her wings. Check out more fly fashions at Funky Moose.

Well spotted

If you're already shopping for a teeny outfit with a little Xmas cheer but you don't want to come over all Santa, check out this adorable Red Spotty Kimono Babygro. The babygro can be bought with a matching hat for some added ho ho ho. Made by Organics for Kids who use Fairtrade organic cotton, the onesie is just part of the delicious range featured by Stealing Candy at the London Baby Show.

Stealing Candy is an online store run by a mum of two who specialises in 'scrumptious' baby clothes and products from leading brands like Bob & Blossom, Green Eyed Monster and Petit Pea. All orders from the shop come exquisitely wrapped with a handwritten gift tag making this an ideal stop for your holiday shopping. Visit Stealing Candy for more treats for your little sweetie.

Welcome to our Crib Designs

Earthquakes? Ha. Snow flurries? Whatever. No matter what bizarre elements Mama Nature’s planning to throw at us this March, nothing can shake our conviction that spring is on the way. So put a little tra la la in your baby girl’s step with this gorgeous handmade Amelia Halter dress. It has a comfy elastic top, vintage neckline detail and comes in everybody’s favourite flavour combination: chocolate and flowers.

The Amelia Halter dress is just one of many treasures to hunt down at Crib Designs, an online boutique for shorties with style (note to MTV fans: this Crib is where the cool people go nine months after the “magic happens”). The good folks at Crib Designs are offering free postage to Hype Baby readers through March. Just mention Hype Baby when you make your order.

Beach babes

Disconnection, relocation and far-flung locations...it's funny how quickly a month passes by offline. Apologies for the unexpectedly long break in transmission. Happily, we're back in action and ready to rep some spring and summer looks in true hype fashion. Babes get ready for the sunny daze ahead in this Juicy Couture bikini. Your mini-fashionista will be bright on target for this season's vibrant colour trends in the hot turquoise number. It features ruffled trim on top and bottom with yellow 'Juicy' embroidery on the rear and comes complete with a cute crocheted hat. Available in sizes 12-24 months at Neiman Marcus.

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Wedding belles

As wedding season’s almost upon us, it’s worth investing in some smarter outfits so your shortie can represent the clan in style. JoJo Maman Bébé's collection for boys includes these too cool Nehru collar cotton shirts with woven baggy trousers. And your little madam may steal the flower girl’s spotlight in this gorgeous pink ribbon dress with net skirt. Both available in sizes 0-5 years at JoJo Maman Bébé.

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Phat bottomed girls

Sugar and spice are very nice but hype chicks need a little extra flavour. This embroidered Sedona denim dress with matching diaper cover by Baby Phat will keep your princess looking pretty in black. The dress features pleats along the front, ruffled hem and Baby Phat signature with rhinestone ‘disco dots’ on the front. Perfect for rocking out at playgroup or jazzing up an afternoon in the park. Available in sizes 6-24 months at Baby Phat.

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Juicy bambina

One of the hottest new lines in babywear is the recently launched Juicy Couture Baby range. Already bringing out dishy diaper bags for yummy mummies, Juicy Couture is branching out this Spring with clothing, shoes and accessories for pint-sized fashionistas. Their classic terry jog suit is now available in sizes 3 to 24 months so mum and baby girl can do some 'hers and hers' styling on a day out in the park. The hot pink set comprises a hoodie featuring a white Scottie dog emblem and 'J' pull-tag on its front-zip and track pants with the signature white Juicy applique on the rear. Buy Juicy Couture at Neiman Marcus and other stockists.

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Born with a silver spoon

If you’re planning to splash out on a tasteful but timeless gift for a newborn princess, you can’t go wrong with a silver spoon from Tiffany’s. Even mum and dad will go gaga at the mere sight of that light blue box. Paloma Picasso has a unique twist on the baby feeding spoon in sterling silver. For a more classic design, this Padova child’s spoon by Elsa Peretti will deal out the right measures of sugar and spice.

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