Before their twins were born, Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony held a baby shower on the rooftop of NYC’s Gramercy Hotel. Guests lavished the couple with silk layettes and other super-expensive gifts. Likewise, Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale reportedly received thousands of dollars worth of clothing, bedding, and jewelry for not-yet-born Zuma.

Once upon a time, the baby shower was created to provide an expectant mother with the gifts she really needed — cloth diapers, receiving blankets, bottle sets, and grooming necessities. The modern baby shower, however, has taken on a life of its own. Guests attempt to outdo one another with expensive, elaborate — and not always useful — baby gifts. As a veteran mom, you know it’s impossible to have too many onesies, but T-shirts don’t look like much next to an Eddie Bauer stroller or Coach diaper bag.

Bebe Bella Designs has the solution. The company creates practical baby items from the most luxurious fabrics. The result is a high-end yet useful gift.

Minky Chenille Blankets
The Minky Chenille Baby Blanket (30″x30″), left, and the Minky Chenille Blankee (15″x15″) are made of the finest chenille fabrics. The blanket ($50) and blankee ($22.50) come in 17 different color combinations to coordinate beautifully with any nursery and layette. Minky Chenille products are Made in the USA and retain their softness and luster with every washing. The more you use this blanket, the more you’ll love it.  A toddler size blanket (43″x35″) is also available, $64.

Satin Minky Blankets
The Satin & Minky Blankets, right, are available in the same sizes as the Minky Chenille (above). With 25 combinations of solids, polka dots, and paisleys, you’re sure to find the perfect gift for that baby-to-be. The baby blanket is $40, the little blankee is $20, and the toddler blanket is $54.

Bibs
A bib may be a necessity, but it can still make a fashion statement. The Bebe Bella Designs bib, left, is minky chenille front and back. $12.50 each 14 colors, like Fuschia, Brown, Lime Green, Navy Blue, and Lavender.

Melissa Sachse founded Bebe Bella Designs to provide “something for those who want simple elegance, the latest trends, or something in between.” The lovely company name is derived from the French term “bebe,” meaning “baby,” and the Italian “bella” for “beauty.”