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SpRING 2015, VOl. 1, ISSUE 1

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dress it up for spring

keeping it casual

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EDITOR PICKS Welcome to Chéri Magazine’s Spring Issue!

We’re excited to share our favourite picks of the season for all the parents and your chéris.As a new season arrives, our favourite items are sure to keep your little ones spring ready!

TOY Everybody loves LEGO! Let your young builder’s imagination run wild with the LEGO Large Creative Brick Box. What makes the set special, are the 33 different coloured bricks. Loaded with hours of fun, the box set comes with 790 pieces in different shapes and sizes, windows and doors and much more!

Inspire your child’s creativity with this great starter kit and help build their motor skills too. Your budding builders will alove the classic LEGO set!

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Does your chéri ever wonder what happens to animals when it rains? In the book, Where Does Kitty Go in The Rain? written by Harriet Ziefert and illustrated

by Brigette Barrager, discover what really happens to animals when April showers bring May flowers! Spark the interest of your little reader with the illustrations in this fiction/non-fiction picture book. Filled with mystery, science and curiosity, Where Does Kitty Go in The Rain? will be an ideal book for you and your child during story time, as your child learns the whereabouts of Kitty and other animals!

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EDITOR PICKS SNACK Whenever we think of great organic snacks, we think Jammy Sammy by Plum Organics! This healthy sandwich bar will be a lunchbox favourite for your young ones. Individually packaged, the snack is pocket-friendly and ready to go! What’s even better?

These snacks are made with real organic fruit and whole grains, no added trans fat, artificial flavours or preservatives! Give yourself peace of mind and have your little ones asking for more with these delicious and nutritious Jammy Sammy snacks.

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Share your picks with chéri at picks@cherimagazine. com

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Capturing special moments can be hard, but with TimeCapsules by Make History, making memories last is easy! A perfect way to remember your chéri’s birth, first day of school and every other milestone along the way. Keep these memories alive for years to come!

Add some personality to your keepsakes with cute stickers, sealing tape, journals and other paper goods, which are all included. Enjoy gathering big and small moments in your child’s life will be simple using TimeCapsules.

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dress it up for spring BLOSSOM INTO THE SEASON WITH SIMPLE, ELEGANT AND FUN DRESSES.

Ralph Laur en ralphlaure , $55, n.com Konigsmuhle, $100, childrensalon.com

Douuod Kids Clothing $147, douuod.it

Zara, $46, zara.com

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aster Holiday is often the first thing that everyone thinks of when April arrives, as it surrounds us all with pastel colours, chocolates and bunnies. It also signals that spring is here and an excuse to go shopping for new clothes!

For this spring, chéri shares with the girls a variety of spring dresses to update your wardrobe. Dresses are the perfect essential pieces because they are easily transitional between seasons changing and is comfortable to wear. Dresses are also simple to wear as a one-piece and can be easily styled to better accommodate the weather. On those cooler days, dresses can be styled with a pair of tights, short booties, and a cardigan. Whereas on the hit days, skip the tights, bring out those cute matching flats and headband! These dresses, range from soft, neutral colours to fun floral patterns to vibrant, bold colours for spring essential shopping pieces. Which piece is on your spring shopping list?

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Bellero s belleroe, $114, se.be

Oilily, $161, oililyshop.com

Tommy Hilfiger, $56, tommy.com

Monnalis monnalisad a, $359, reams.com

Arman i Jun armani.ior, $303, com

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shirt it up for spring BUTTON UP AND ROLL UP THOSE SLEEVES FOR THE WARMER SEASON J Crew, $68, jcrew.com

5, wis, $1 John Lewis.com le john

Old Navy, $12, oldnavy.gapcanada.ca

T Zara, $26, zara.com

Gap K id gapcan s, $33, ada.ca

here is nothing more adorable than a mini he wearing a version of his dad’s clothes.

For this spring, Cheri shares with the boys a variety of shirts that will become instant classics. Shirts are the perfect essential piece for spring because of the versatility it offers, as these shirts range from plain, simple colours to fun and crazy colour patterns suitable for all styles. Like men have done forever, it can be easily styled and adapted to: worn with a pullover sweater, cardigan or sleeves can be rolled up for a retro look. For a more grunge-than-preppy look, a plaid shirt can be worn as outerwear, over a t-shirt, buttoned-up or buttoned-down, without tucking it in – all methods creates a different attitude, yet it offers the best of both worlds with simplicity and practicality. Fun and crazy patterned shirts can be vibrant paired with coloured pants, to show a sense of personality and humour. So, classic and simple suit-up look or casual and carefree, get ready to take on big boys’ styles.

Roberto Cavalli, $119, childrensalon.com

, $85, & Soda Scotch -soda.com scotch

Tommy Hilfiger $50, usa.tommy.com

Boden, $3 boden.co.u7, k

Abercrombi e abercrombi Kids, $45, ekids.ca

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& MORE LACE

feminine sweet & delicate

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lose your eyes and let’s rewind! Remember as a little girl, there was always a delicate, floral-like ensemble you saw in your mother’s photos? It was white and reached miles long. If you’re thinking of wedding dresses, then cheers! Because lace reminded me of the wedding dress I saw in my parent’s photos too. The lace was an exquisite addition to the dress, making it look very precious and beautiful. Lace is often used on dresses that are worn for special occasions because of its delicate, net-like ornamental fabric that gives the outfit an elegant vibe.

“Lace is a classic fabric that has resisted to fashion trends over the years” – Alessandra Boratto, Mini Trends and Co.

Since then, lace has already evolved beyond dresses used for weddings and fancy parties. Today, we see lace embody in all shapes and forms of clothing and accessories, such as t-shirts, tank tops, cardigans, dresses, shorts, skirts, headbands, necklaces, socks, and many more. The idea of lace being worn for casual day-to-day life is not absurd, as lace still retains its dainty, soft textile.

Although lace is a fragile material, little girls often feel intimated with the thought of lace because they have the impression that lace is difficult to pull off and is worn by grown ups only. But that is not true!

Lace is a style that would look adorable on all girls, especially during springtime. Girly, sweet lace dress isn’t your little girl’s style? Let’s try it as pants paired with a leather jacket of matching colour for a smart, casual look. Better yet, blue denim overalls with a tint of lace that are comfortable for those active ones for a more boyish look.

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Lace is also used as decorative design for mini accessories such as headbands, necklaces, shoes and more. There are all

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sorts of way to include lace into outfits without having to wear a complete lace outfit. So if you think your girls don’t like, still give it a try, as there are fun alternatives!

“The lacing style has roared back, invading the wardrobes in a more democratic, modern and sporty way”

black, creating a statement with the lace fabric.

Combining lace, such a fine fabric to very vivid colours shows the contrast between the two. But even then, when the little girls wore the clothes, it could still showcase their youth, innocent, and sweet side.

– Alessandra Boratto, Mini Trends and Co.

Colours play a huge part in textile because different coloured lace can easily change a style. Cream, white, peach and other soft pastel colours make it delicate, reminding us of little princesses and fairies. Dark navy blue, red, black colours make it more chic, bold and edgy attitude. Other colours such as neon green, blue, orange adds a sense of fun craziness, for retro style.

The lace trend was also spotted during the Dolce & Gabbana children’s summer collection 2015.

The lace fabric was not within the usual expectance of soft, delicate, and light colours. Instead, it was mixed with bold, vibrant colours of red and

Suri Cruise, known as a young trendsetter, has been spotted wearing a white, ruffle-layered lace dress, with her long hair floating past her shoulder. Upon seeing her in the outfit, makes us want to go ‘awe’ because of the princess style.

North West was spotted in Paris Fashion Week, wearing an all black, sheer lace, Givenchy outfit, matching with Kim Kardashian. The attire has an edgy style, yet still overloads us with her cuteness.

“Lace is a classic fabric that has resisted to fashion trends over the years” – Alessandra Boratto, Mini Trends and Co.

Lace is a timeless piece that will continue to surprise us with something new each and every time.

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Find more brands with the lace trend at: minitrendsandco.com/trend-alert-laced/

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KEEPING IT CASUAL Nike Levi’s Kids Rock- NYFW 2015 Catwalk

CATW Bright colours, layering and bold patterns were seen at the Nike Levi’s Kids Rock Runway for Fall 2015.

The show consisted of children’s looks from both Nike and Levi’s brand including Jordan, Hurley and Converse as well, all of which are under the Haddad Brands umbrella. The casual street wear look was a common theme of the entire show. Nike and Levi’s did not dissapoint in their first collaboration together.

An energetic vibe was brought out by Nike. Bright neon colours paired with dark neutrals such as grey and black made the colours stand out and appear quite bold. Trends from 90’s fashion made their way in as well with shirts draped around the waist.

In many of the girl’s looks statements were made with leggings whether it be with the use a bright colours or bold printed patterns. On top, the silhouettes where kept loose and boxy in contrast to the tight bottoms.

Chunky headbands finished off the sporty looks.

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A handful of celebrity children were spotted taking taking the runway including Kiyan Anthony, Carter Sabithia, Cyia Sabithia, Jaden Sabithia as well as Leah Still.

WALK The Levi’s looks were much more toned down in comparison, colour wise. Red and army green were colours used to accent the light and dark shades of denim. Many denim on denim looks were seen which can risk looking overpowering. The use of the different washes of denim however broke up the looks in a very clean way.

The layering of denim collared shirts, jackets and overalls was done with soft fabrics and plaid patterns. The red plaid with the denim provides a very casual, laid back and classic feel. The ripped jeans complimented the laid back style and gave new depth to the looks.

Overall the show provided a fresh new take on casual classic looks. Perfect for heading to the playground or going to school, Levi’s and Nike have got the little ones covered for whatever adventures they might take on next.

For more looks from the show head over to:

www. mbfashionweek.com

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MAMMA Dolce & Gabbana Goes Family Friendly

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Models of a very young age were unexpectedly spotted heading down the runway during Milan Fashion Week 2015. It was an ode to mothers everywhere in Dolce & Gabbana’s appropriately named “Viva La Mama” show.

The collection was quite personal, inspired with memories of youth and featuring matching mother daughter looks.

It was truly a celebration of motherhood and all its wonders. In every culture family is of utmost importance and that is no exception to the Italian culture where Dolce & Gabbana gets its roots. Models strutted down the runway with their children. Pregnant model Bianca Balti looked glowing as she showed off her figure. The show was quite different than the typical high fashion show but it was a breath of fresh air.

“She’s always there, she’s the person you can always call.

Every man everywhere has a mother.”

– Stefano Gabbana Designers Stefano Gabbana and Domenico Dolce were inspired by their own mothers and memories growing up. The designs created for women were translated into juniors wear.

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tion offers a stuning array of red, black and white frocks. The junior’s collection is mature at heart, not typical of what toddlers are expected to be seen frolicking around it. But floral’s mixed in with bold plaid, stripped and polka dotted patterns to incorporate the right amount of playful youth that give life to the clothes.

Silk dresses with drawings that appeared to be straight out of a children’s colouring book were seen. As well as red rosy floral’s complimented with soft pinks and beautiful sequin embroidered phrases relating to the theme of mothers.

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L’eau scotch R’Belle

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cotch and Soda’s two mini labels, Scotch R’Belle and Scotch Shrunk, have launched their first fragrance, L’Eau Scotch R’Belle and L’Eau Scotch Shrunk.

The creative team behind these fragrances wanted to capture each unique character of R’Belle and Shrunk.

Scotch and Soda’s girl fragrance, L’Eau Scotch R’Belle, is dreamy, authentic and rebellious. The perfume contains top notes fresh mint and anise, middle notes of orange blossom and jasmine, and hints of musk, amber and cedar wood.

While the boy fragrance, L’Eau Scotch Shrunk is fresh but simple, mature but playful. The perfume has top notes of bergamot and apple, middle notes of fig and tea, and hints of sandalwood, vetiver and musk.

But that’s not all! Both scents come with a removable bracelet attached on the perfume bottle, which can be worn by your chidren.

With Scotch R’Belle and Scotch Shrunk’s new fragrances, your children can play freely without having to be conscience of sweat and odor.

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These fragrances are available to purchase on www.scotch-soda.com priced at $49.99 CAD.

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