June's Five Easy Pieces

JUNE'S FIVE EASY PIECES
LOCAL RETAILERS PICK THEIR FAVORITES

At THE FAMILY GROOVE, we say: "Think Global, GET IT Local." It's our mission to deliver
the groove right to your doorstep—or computer screen, as it were. In TFG's global village,
local stores share the stage with national and international ones. Each month TFG will
introduce you to regional retailers who have got it going on.

1. THE T-SHIRT
Barbara and Marco Michelus from the hipster haven Crembebè in Manhattan think that these tees tickle the fancy of your budding rocker.

“Junk Food has a fun selection of T-shirts with images ranging from rock star icons to Star Wars heroes to Planet of the Apes, etc. The cotton is soft and the tees themselves have a light vintage feeling and are available in sizes ranging from infant to youth. We picked one with The Rolling Stones logo and headphones—the perfect way for old school music lovers to pass on their faves to their little ones.”
$26, Junk Food T-shirt
Crembebè
www.crembebe.com
68 2nd Avenue between 3rd and 4th streets
New York, NY
212.979.6848

2. THE BAG
Danielle Luartes from the funky fresh Tweed Boutique in Seattle says this bag is the bomb.

“This gorgeous tote is made from buttery soft lamb’s leather and has enough room for your day’s regulars plus your kids’ snacks or lap top, etc., helping you to look—and feel—put together. It comes in three versatile colors (black, espresso and a very pretty camel) and will match anything you put on, whether you’re dressed up for a night on the town or just out and about in your fave jeans.”
$487, small, and $550, large, Tyler tote by Property Of
Tweed Boutique
www.tweedboutique.com
424 N. 85th Street
Seattle, WA
206.784.4444

3. THE DRESS
Mahtab Hakim from the cutting-edge-of-chic kiddie gear and clothing store Wonderland in Brentwood, Calif., knows that this frock is de rigueur for those sweet summer soirées.

“We have selected the Long Sleeve Tie Dress by Puella. This hip and fashionable dress can be worn casually or fancied up depending on the occasion. The beautiful floral pattern is perfect for those summer parties.”
$68, Long Sleeve Tie Dress by Puella
Wonderland, A Child’s Place
www.childrenswonderland.com
11726 Barrington Court
Brentwood, CA
310.440.9970

4. THE PREGNANCY JEANS
Shirah Kreis of the pregnancy-posh Tummies Maternity in Baltimore thinks these jeans are a must for mamas-to-be.

“I love the Kelly Bootcut Maternity Jeans by Citizens of Humanity. You can wear them from the moment your pregnancy test comes back positive all the way through your nine months and beyond. They complement your ever-changing shape with their unique flattering fabric and lines while still giving you that comfy pair of jeans you want. And they’re versatile, too—the Kelly Jean plays a leading role in your maternity wardrobe from day to evening. A common comment we hear yelled from the dressing rooms? ‘I look so hot!’”
$189, Kelly Bootcut Jeans by Citizens of Humanity
Tummies Maternity
3765 Old Court Road
Baltimore, MD
www.tummiesmaternity.com
866.99BELLY

5. THE BATHING SUIT
Dawn Kosach from the high-fashion, specialty kids' clothing store Little Dragonflies in Center Moriches, New York, thinks this suit makes a splash.

“This sweet suit is a pink-and-white-check monokini with an eyelet petal skirt attached. What an adorable suit to have fun in the sun with! There’s a matching sun hat and a terry cover-up available as well, making for a complete—and cute—summertime ensemble.”
$30, 12 to 24 months, and $32, 2T to 4T, Le Top Cherries Ladybug Monokini
Little Dragonflies
www.littledragonflies.com
419 Montauk Highway
Center Moriches, NY
631.878.3627