Christmas: Outfit Planning for Family Photos

[Sneak peek of Parker courtesy of Hello Pinecone Photography]

Last year, we took a cute photo of Parker for our holiday cards and called it a day. I had just discovered Hello Pinecone Photography and we missed Erin's mini sessions by a week. A week! Ugh. Fast forward one year, this mama was determined to get glammed up to have our holiday photos taken by Erin. Outfit planning for holiday our mini session with Erin was fun. I started with finding a color scheme that hinted at holidays without screaming CHRISTMAS. Once that was decided on, I found the perfect sequin dress at H&M and Tuan and Parker's outfits fell into place. I love the detail on the J Crew sweater Tuan wore and Parker's little blue coat. What are you planning to wear for your holiday photos this year?

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Holiday Photos Family Outfit by marychu featuring slim fit pants

H M dress, $64 / Slim fit pants / Steve Madden polka dot sandals / J.Crew Slim rustic merino elbow-patch cardigan / Zara Coats / Zara Herringbone Trousers With Suspenders / Gap Baby Dobby Stripe Shirt Size 12-18 M / Toddler Boy's Cherokee Declan Chukka Boots Brown / Original Penguin - STRAIGHT TIE AND POCKET SQUARE GIFT SET

Mini Me Look Inspired by Slim Sweats

Ahh Monday. I'm not ready for you but here you are again. On the bright side, this is a short work week and my sister in law is coming TOMORROW. Enjoy this mini me look and have a wonderful day, Mamas! 

Oh and speaking of sweatpants. Check out this video. You are welcome. 

Mini Me Look Inspired by Slim Sweats by marychu on Polyvore

Nike Kids Pico 4 (Infant/Toddler) / Gap Denim Jacket - dark wash / Zara Mao Collar T-Shirt / Hosen - Sweathöschen in Hellgrau Melange - ein Designerstück von..., $34

Pineapples are the Fruit of Summer 2014

Is it me or are pineapples everywhere these days? They are so in right now and I think it's safe to say that that they are the print to be wearing this summer. Ready. Set. Shop.

Update: Better Homes and Gardens agrees with me about the pineapple trend.

Inspired by Pineapples by marychu on Polyvore

Zara Pineapple Print Bow Tie / Zara Pineapple Bikini / Zara Pineapple T-Shirt / Pineapple Pillow by DEZIshop on Etsy / PINEAPPLE Organic Cotton Leggings by SweetKiddoCo on Etsy / Pineapple Funny Art Baby Bib Humour Gift Present by BlueIvoryLane

Not included on my kiddie board are:

1. This awesome pineapple silhouette tank from Geo Fox Apparel that is sold out.

2. This great womens pineapple print bikini from top shop.

3. This charming watecolor print from etsy shop SnoogsandWilde.

4. This set of yellow notecards from etsy shop mipluseddesign.

5. Let's not forget dad! I'm really into this pineapple print mens shirt from Forever21. Tuan would never wear this.

6. This free printable pineapple wrapping paper.

Mini Me Look - California Cool

An easy, relaxed look for summer. Man bag included.

Mini Me Look - California Cool by marychu on Polyvore

Zara Leather Slip-On / Dobby shirt | Gap

Happy 15 Months, Parker!

 

[Suit: Zara Kids, Tie: JCrew Kids, Shoes: Zara Kids, Shirt: Gap Kids]

 

Parker has been growing in leaps and bounds the last couple of months. He can communicate so well now and it's incredible to watch him really transition from a baby to a toddler. His favorite things to say are: doggy, quack quack, ca (fish in Vietnamese) and more. Chasing after him has gotten a little trickier since he is so fast now! He can climb on and off of things and open all the drawers in the kitchen. His appetite is ferocious and he drinks over 50 oz of almond milk everyday. Parker is very social and loves playing with other kids. I'm such a proud mama and can't wait to celebrate Mother's Day with my two handsome men at the happiest place on earth this weekend.

 



Mini Me Look Inspired by a Waistcoat

Some people, like the two men below, have swag that comes so naturally. Here's an easy outfit for baby that copies their dressy/casual look. Is the vest too much like Mr. Schu?

 

[Spotted on Pinterest via Street Etiquette]

Mini Me Look Inspired by a Waistcoat by marychu on Polyvore

Nordstrom 'Charlie' Herringbone Vest (Toddler Boys) 2T / Zara Leather Moccasin / Fashion Straight Rebel Wash / Zara Basic Shirt / C2 by Calibrate Woven Tie (Big Boys) Green One Size

Birthday Outfit for Parker

Three more weeks! Can you believe it? In three short weeks Parker is turning one! I feel like my whole body is buzzing with excitement for him. The party we have planned is going to be a colorful, "simple" and (hopefully) fun. I've been working on a lot of DIY projects and still have so much to do. The one thing I do need some help with is Parker's birthday out. We've already ordered the "birthday boy" shirt from Etsy. Now the question is, which pants would you pair with the shirt? I'm leaning towards #2. What do you think?

Birthday Outfit for Parker by marychu on Polyvore

Baby Twill Slouch Jean / Baby Twill Slouch Jean / Zara Colored Jeans / Knit-waist slim pants | Gap

Cat in the Hat Party Outfits

Happy Friday! Yesterday I received this message via Facebook from a friend.

"Mary, hope you are doing well! I wanted to ask you for a favor.... I love your blog and I adore the way you dress Parker! I can't seem to figure out how to dress Milin unless it comes in a set together... Haha. With his birthday coming up I was wondering if you had an ideas for an outfit."

My first thought was "Yay! Someone likes the mini looks I've been putting together!" Shilpa's adorable son Milin was born a couple of weeks after Parker. I've been Facebook stalking his development and he is the cutest baby! Anyhow, my second thought was "Holy crap, this baby's birthday is after Parker's and I haven't even thought of birthday outfits for little man yet. I better get my shit together."

Here are the little outfits I came up with for baby Milin. I tried to stick to the color scheme without making him 1. wear a cat in the hat costume (SO CUTE) 2. look like he's trying to hard sell cat in the hat gear. I hope this helps provides his mama with inspiration on how to keep Milin looking stylish and comfy at his first birthday party.

Need help putting an outfit together? Just leave a comment below!

 

Mini Looks - Cat in the Hat by marychu featuring h&m pants

H M body suit, $11 / H&m pants / Zara Trendy Plimsoll / Gap Knit Waist Colored Corduroy Pants - rain slicker yellow / Zara Basic Corduroy Trousers / Zara Striped T-Shirt With Pocket / The Cat in the Hat Shoes in White .. Can be by NicolesPoisonApple / Dr. Seuss Cat Thing Creeper Snap Suit - StylinOnline.com / Dr. Seuss baby booties cat in the hat infant by SewLovelybyShana / Christmas Bow Tie. Yellow Gray and Red by mommyslittlestinker

Some notes:
1. All these outfits would look cute with this red cardigan from Zara.
2. If it's your birthday, you are allowed to wear yellow pants that scream "Pay attention to me!"
3. I would add these suspenders to this outfit to dress it up even more.

Mini Me Look - Olive Coat

Happy Monday, Mamas! I'm sooo excited that this is a short week. We had our first Thanksgiving last night with my family in Orange County and I'm still sleepy from my food coma. This weekend was super productive. Tuan and Minh got the fish tank up and running and we are going to be able to add hermit crabs and shrimp by the end of the week! Woo hoo. Tuan and I also did three mini holiday sessions before the Thanksgiving party and I can't wait to look at all the photos tonight.

Let's get to the fashion now, shall we? I found this handsome man in River Island gear on the I Am Galla blog. Hope you enjoy today's mini me look!

 

[River Island jacket & bag]

Mini Me Look - Olive Coat by marychu on Polyvore

Zara Coat With Detachable Lining / Fashion Straight Rebel Wash OshKosh B'gosh

Mini Me Look - Black Tie

You know what we need more of? Babies in suits. It's an instant way to make your regular baby a dapper baby. Surprisingly there are very few well made suits for baby boys. Thank goodness for Zara! Enjoy this black tie mini me look that would brighten up any holiday photo.

 

 

[Hunky guy spotted on Pinterest]

 

 

Mini Me Look - Black Tie by marychu on Polyvore

Zara Suit Blazer / Zara Basic Shirt / Boys Bow Tie - Silky Black Bow Tie Newborn Photo Prop to 18 Month Boy... / Cole Haan Kids Mini Paul Strap 2 (Infant/Toddler)

Mini Me Look - Plaid Pants

Plaid is so trendy right now and I like the green/blue combo as a quieter alternative to the ever present red plaid that seems to fill the shelves during the holidays. Woo hoo for tiny plaid pants!

 

[Chic mens outfit from J Crew Factory]

Min Me Look - Plaid Pants by marychu featuring a tweed jacket

Robeez Mini Shoez 'Dress Man' Slip-On (Baby & Walker) Black 3 M / Gap Plaid Pants - plaid / Zara Basic Shirt / Sovereign Code Woven Tie (Toddler Boys)



Mini Me Look - Inspired by J Crew Mens Fall 2013 Lookbook

There are some colors that only look good when you wear them in the Fall. Case in point: mustard yellow. I love this casual look from the 2013 J Crew Mens Lookbook.

 

 

And now the mini me look.

Mini Me Look - J Crew Fall 2013 by marychu on Polyvore

Joojos Toddler Girls Boys Soft Suede Desert Ankle Boots / Gap Knit Waist Cuffed Jeans Medium Wash - medium wash / Zara Sweater With Buttons And Elbow Patches / Cherokee® Boys' Suiting Tie - Black Basin : Target

Mini Me Look - Red Sweater & Jeans

A handsome man with a beard, in a canoe, on a lake, in the rain. Inspiration indeed.

 

 

Just as much style with not as much sex appeal. Enjoy!

 

Mini Me Look - Red Sweater & Jeans by marychu on Polyvore

Zara Leather Blucher / Gap Knit Waist Cuffed Jeans Medium Wash - medium wash / Amazon.com: Darice 9610-17 Painted Wood Canoe Cutout, 9-Inch: Arts,...

Mini Me Look - Leather Bomber Jacket

A classic leather bomber should be a part of every closet. Enjoy!

 

 

[The inspiration: model on asos.com]

Mini Me Look - Leather Bomber Jacket by marychu on Polyvore

Kenneth Cole Reaction Kids Take Its Roll II (Infant/Toddler) / Zara Synthetic Leather Jacket / Fashion Straight Rebel Wash OshKosh B'gosh

Mini Me Look - Toggle Sweater

There's nothing like a great sweater to keep you warm in the winter. Today's mini me look is inspired by this toggle cardigan from the BOSS collection. We'll sub the coffee cup for a hot chocolate!

 



 

[Cardigan by BOSS Collection as spotted on Details.com]

Mini Me Outfit - Toggle Sweater by marychu on Polyvore

Zara Lined Leather Boot / Gap Knit Waist Cuffed Jeans Medium Wash - medium wash / Kids Baby Girl Size 4-24m / Joe Fresh™ Toggle Sweater - Boys 3m-24m - jcpenney

Mini Me - Striped Shirt Black Pants

 

The next best thing to hanging out with Joseph Gordon-Levitt? Dressing your baby up as JGL. Ok well not really but he does inspire a dapper baby outfit.

 



 

[Joseph Gordon-Levitt]

Mini Me Look - Striped Shirt Black Pants by marychu on Polyvore

Zara Basic Trousers / Zara Leather Blucher

Mini Me Look - Cozy Fall Outfit

I've been told that the temps will be in the 70s for a couple more days before we are back in the high 80s this week. That's a real bummer because I'm really enjoying the chill in the air. So before it gets hot again, let's indulge in this cozy fall outfit inspired by the delicious H&M model below. The baby puffer jacket from Zara is so great that I wish we lived in colder weather.

 

 

[See the original H&M look here]

Mini Me Look - Cozy Fall Outfit by marychu on Polyvore

Zara Lined Leather Boot / Zara Quilted Coat With Contrast Detailing / Zara Basic Trousers / Zara Knitted Hat / Zara Knitted Scarf / Gap Checkered Shirt - small red check

Mini Me Look - Le Barboteur

After seeing the new MangoKids Mini Me collection, I felt inspired to create a series of mini me looks of my own but for baby boys. Here's how this is going to go. I will find a photo of a stylish man on pinterest/the interwebz and I will recreate the outfit in baby clothes. I hope you enjoy it and that it inspires you to dress up your little man.

This week's dapper inspiration is some cute guy from the men's fashion website Le Barboteur. I can't understand anything on the blog but he sure looks delicious!

Now here is my translation of this outfit into baby clothes.

Mini Me - Le Barboteur by marychu on Polyvore

Toddler/Baby Boy's Dress Belt- Brown Leather / Zara Regular Fit Jeans / Silky Black Bow Tie Newborn Photo Prop to 18 Month Boy Photography... / Ray-Ban RB1527 Eyeglasses | Official Ray-Ban Store