Toddler Hairstyles: Are bangs a necessity?

I love fringe. I have thicker side swept (almost straight accross) bangs, so I obviously like the way they look. On adults. I've not been a fan of them on children for the most part after seeing ad after ad of kids where their bangs are cut too high. I think they do not fit kid's typically chubbier faces. I never would've decided to cut Riley a set because of the style...but I couldn't deal with her pushing her hair out of her face ALL DAY anymore. So we took the plunge and chopped away. Hallelujah, her hair is out of her face and I don't have to mess with it all day. Sure there are kids out there who have straight hair that is easily pulled back and tamed, but not this girl- and I feel like a mom-revelation has clicked when I realized why so many toddler girls have bangs. They are totally a necessary evil, like taxes or social networking.

I think they look a little odd, and a little mini hipsterish, but they are growing on me. What do you think?

Clothes: Stella McCartney for Baby Gap. Gymboree boots. (lower) Marc Jacobs tunic.

Tuesday, January 5

Last time worn: Never
Times now worn: 1

Bad picture, beautiful dress. Riley is still sick and for some reason I thought it was a good idea to let her wear a dry clean only dress with a runny nose. Someone please send me some of their spare common sense, I seem to have misplaced mine. The dress is Stella McCartney for Baby Gap-- wish we had somewhere fancier to debut this adorable dress!

Monday, January 4

Last time worn: Never.
Times now worn: N/A

I finally scored the infamous Stella McCartney (for Baby Gap) necklace tee shirt. Though the bottom of the shirt kind of irritates me because it seems to have a life of its own....I absolutely love this shirt. The detail is adorable, and Riley loves to ask about all the items it features and talks about it. My poor little baby has a nasty cold right now, but once she is feeling better we will be sure to wear this beauty out and get better pictures. :)