Buying for a six-year-old diva can be so much fun… until it comes to shoes.

All summer long, my cute kid wore adorable sandals or just went barefoot. As school approached, I got serious about finding practical, comfy shoes. Who knew it would be so difficult? Sure, there’s plenty of trendy footwear like the big girls (and Suri Cruise, right) wear, but my daughter needed something functional for the long days at school.

Clunky shoes with big heels cannot be good for her growing bones. Those charming ballerina flats look great, but they rub and cause blistering at the heel (if they stay on at all). Boots and Uggs are comfy, but they’re too hot to wear all day.  Sneakers and athletic shoes are fine for Phys Ed days, but a style-conscious gal needs something with which to accessorize her fashionista wardrobe, too!

I decided to scour the Internet for wearable shoes. I had my daughter properly sized — she’s a 12 medium — and went online shopping.  It took some work, but eventually I found some age-appropriate, comfortable fall shoes, like these:

BeanSport Mary Janes from LL Bean
These delightful little shoes come in prints (clearwater blue floral and dark mulberry butterflies, left) and solids (chocolate, light taupe and sea lavendar).

$34.50 at LL Bean.com

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Merrell Kids Encore Adams Leather
These fall/winter pigskin loafers are easy to slip off and on. The shoes are available in this taupe brown/turquoise color combo as well as black with red trim.

$55.00 at Zappos.com

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Wave The Date 2 Reaction by Kenneth Cole
Faux patent leather upper with a square toe soft suede details.  Adjustable buckle straps with hidden elastics secure a perfect fit. Neutral colors include black patent (shown), dark brown and burgundy.

$41.99 at Shoes.com

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Jodi II from First Kiss
The simple slip-on shoe boasts fabric piping and a decorative Mary Jane strap. The rubber outsole offers sure, safe footing. This shoe is available in both navy (left) and black.

Regularly $39.99, now just $19.99 at Famous Footwear.com

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Every little girl should be allowed to play in high heels, but every little girl also needs shoes that preserve her precious little feet.

What do you think of Suri’s high-heel stroll through the city?

The latest trend in outwear is the motorcycle jacket. We’re not talking Harley Davidson biker chic (although that’s pretty cool, too).

We like the motorcycle jacket — in fabulous new colors and fabrics — paired with just about everything.

We’ve rounded up some of our favorite, most stylish celebrities for a fashion show of this contemporary and versatile piece.

Black Leather…
The classic black, leather motorcycle jacket is exactly what we expect to see on Kristen Stewart. Here, Kristen pairs her jacket with denim cutoff shorts, a simple white tee, funky jewelry and Joan Jett hair. Jacket by PRPS.

Colors…

Beige
Dakota Fanning (left) looks cool and casual in a beige leather motorcycle jacket. She takes an otherwise boring outfit and makes it super hip with this well-fitted piece from Bebe Antique. Even though we’re sometimes not sure if Dakota is a big girl or a young woman, her clothes somehow are always age appropriate.

Gray
Meanwhile, Jessica Stroup (right) is too hot to handle in this H&M faux leather motorcycle jacket. The amazing gray-blue color beautifully complements Jessica’s sexy black mini dress. We can totally picture Jessica’s 90210 character wearing this very jacket.

Brown
Another gorgeous Jessica (Biel, left) wears her biker jacket in brown. With casual jeans and a what could be Justin Timberlake’s scarf, Biel’s William Rast leather motorcycle jacket offers a nice alternative to biker-black. Biel is dressed for shopping, lunching, or just hangin’ around.

Fabrics…

We absolutely love Blake Lively’s contemporary motorcycle jacket. The Alexander Wang piece combines soft denim blue suede, lambskin sleeves and a silk lining.

Not just for girls…

We can always count on American Idol winner and fashion icon Adam Lambert to show us the trends. In his black leather motorcycle jacket from the Monarchy Collection, Lambert is the consummate pop and rock star.

Other celebs spotted in motorcycle jackets include Lindsay Lohan, Kate Moss, Rihanna, Ellen Page, Demi Lovato and Rachel Bilson.

How about you? Do you like your leather black and studded or colorful and soft?

The adorable Hello Kitty character has been around for more than 35 years, but she’s never been more popular than she is right now. Celebs like Dakota Fanning, Gwen Stefani, Britney Spears and Perez Hilton are flaunting Hello Kitty everything — from apparel to bandages!

Retailers everywhere are jumping on the bandwagon, offering clothes, jewelry, handbags, footwear and many more fun items — all boasting the familiar big-eyed kitty with no mouth.

Jewelry
Paris Hilton (above), Cameron Diaz, Miley Cyrus and other celebrities have been spotted wearing diamond-encrusted Hello Kitty necklaces.

This Hello Kitty Hot Pink Necklace (right) from Hot Topic features a funky pink 17″ chain with a 1-1/2″ enamel Hello Kitty pendant. Find it online or in Hot Topic stores for $12.

Accessories
Avril Lavigne (left) likes Hello Kitty slippers.

Find a pair for your little lady at Sanrio.com, the official site for Hello Kitty products. Her feet will be cozy warm in these pink, fluffy Hello Kitty Face Slippers (right), just $16.50.

First Aid
Mariah Carey has an enormous Hello Kitty collection. She wears Hello Kitty apparel, holds plush Hello Kitty toys on stage, and even heals her boo-boos with Hello Kitty Band-Aids.

You can find a box of Hello Kitty Band-Aid childrens adhesive bandages in most drugstores and online at Amazon. About $3 for a box of 20.

I have a Hello Kitty notebook. What do you — or your kids — have that features the feline icon?

Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star sneakers have been around for a long time…  according to Wikipedia, since 1917!

Once known as “eraser heads” worn only by the uncool kids, Chuck Taylors are now THE shoes to own.

Kristen Stewart of Twilight fame is the unofficial brand spokesperson, wearing the All Stars on the movie set (as Bella and Joan Jett) as well as on the red carpet with designer dresses!

There’s a pair of Chuck Taylors for every kid in your family.

Teens and Tweens
From wholesome to edgy, there’s a Chuck Taylor for every teen.

Leather Hi Tops

The smooth leather upper is longer lasting and easier to clean than canvas. This style comes in chocolate or black with the trademark white trim.

$73.95 at Zappos.com.

Floral Lo Tops

This canvas shoe features an allover floral screenpring as well as the All Star® logo.

Emma Watson of Harry Potter fame wears these with everything.

$45.95 at DSW.com.

Kids
Your elementary school kid can choose from an enormous variety of Chuck Taylors — lo tops or hi tops, plain or patterned, lace up or Velcro.

Flame

This cool pattern comes in both hi- and lo-top styles and is suitable for girls and boys.

$40 at Zappos.com.

Butterfly

The pink canvas upper features embroidered butterflies and faux stretch laces.

$19.97 at Amazon.com.

Toddler
Your little one won’t be short on style!

Rubiks Hi Tops

The primary color blocks are fun and match nearly every outfit.

$29.97 at Shiekh Shoes.com.

Velcro Oxfords

The V3 Ox boasts a classic oxford silhouette and easy-to-use Velcro straps. Look for them in boy colors and in patterns, too.

$38.95 at Zappos.com.

Baby
Tiny baby toes will stay warm and cozy in a pair of trendy crib shoes.

Pink Crib Shoes

The canvas Converse® Baby All Stars® Chuck Taylor® Crib Shoes come are perfect for a baby girl.

$19.95 at Classic Sport Shoes.com.

Leather Crib Shoes

The First Star hi-tops are leather and feature traction dots!

$19.99 at Shoes.com.

Trendy or tacky? Tell us what you think of celebrities and their Chuck Taylor All Stars.

What’s better than watching your favorite celebs flaunt their stuff on the red carpet? Watching your little girl flaunt her stuff, that’s what.

Anastasia Backstrand, founder of  Tralala, Inc., creates “amazing, classic, and whimsical one-of-a-kind prints” in designs that are “romantic, vintage, classic, sweet and unique”… just like celebrity fashion!

Tralala clothing is made with care and attention to detail — the 100% top-quality, soft-combed cotton provides style and comfort for babies and little girls everywhere. Some of Tinseltown’s biggest stars have been inspired by these wonderful French designs.  Check ‘em out:

Cameron Diaz is wearing a Lela Rose skirt featuring colorful poppies.

Get the look with the Tralala Winter Poppies Ruffle Pant Set. This adorable fall outfit boasts deep browns, reds, and oranges on a creamy ivory background. Available in sizes 2T, 3T, and 4T, the set retails for $60. (A Winter Poppies layette set for 12M, 18M, and 24M is also available, $48.)  Shop Hugs & Hissyfits online boutique.

Miley Cyrus was the queen of the red carpet in her D & G stunner.

Your little lady can get the look with Tralala Black French Holiday Frou Frou Dress. This cotton knit showstopper features a toile print with black velvety ruffles. Find the same wonderful pattern in hats, swing tops and pant sets. The dress is available in from size 12 months to size 6, and prices range $45 – $61. Find it online at La Bella Flora children’s boutique.

Carrie Underwood always looks fabulous, and this Naeem Kahn gown is no exception.

Put your bundle of joy in a similar pattern with Tralala’s Winter Bloom Infant Gown and Cap Set.

The soft infant sack and beanie style hat make a great home-from-the-hopsital outfit. Pink flowers and green ruffles blend beautifully with the lovely brown background. Made for newborns, the layette is about $48. Matching big sister hats, dresses and pant sets are also available. Shop online at Dimples & Dandelions.

Thandie Newton looks divine in a black floral dress by Matthew Williamson.

Your little diva will, too, in her Tralala Rose Lace Gaucho Set. This snazzy rose-on-black print is available in pants-and-top sets, too! Sizes range from 12 months to 6, and prices start at about $32.

Shop Amazon.

Red-and-white never looked as good as it does on Kerry Washington in Oscar de la Renta.

Then there’s Tralala’s exquisite Infant French Holiday Puff Swing Set. The 100% cotton, made in U.S.A. ensemble features a red and ivory floral pattern with velvet trim and bubble-style hem.

At bestdressedkids.com, this $54 outfit is now on sale for $43.20.

Nicole Kidman. Katie Holmes. Charlize Theron. Who’s your favorite red-carpet celebrity?

Photo credits: WireImage, StartraksPhoto,Landov

Malia Obama (the First Daughter)
Sam (daughter of Denise Richards)
Neriah & Sierra (mom is Brooke Burke)
Lily (Kate Beckinsale’s little girl)
Alabama (daughter of Travis Barker)
Sammi Hanratty (Disney superstar)

What do all of these cute celebrity kids have in common?  They’re all fans of fans of Little Ella fashions (Malia is wearing a white Ella top for girls).

The gorgeous Fall 2009 collection features cool-weather tops, dresses, leggings and sweaters for girls, toddlers and babies. Shop online at www.ellamoss.com or look for a boutique near you.  The prices are great… now you can afford to dress your girls like the celebs do! (By the way, they have great stuff for Mom, too!)

For Girls: The Bailey Dress ($55)

Bailey is a delightful mix of soft solid jersey (50% Supima/50% Modal) and a colorful speckled knit (100% Rayon).  The dress is feminine and practical and features short sleeves, round neckline, ruffles and button detail.

The dress comes in sizes 4-5, 5-6, and 6X. Click here to see more new arrivals for Girls.

For Toddlers: The Hope Tunic & Legging Set ($70)

Cute and comfy! The tonal print tunic in amazon green is paired with solid long leggings. The full, girly sleeves have elastic trim and fall to the elbow.

Easy to wear and easy to care for, this outfit — and the rest of the Toddler Fall 2009 Collection — is available in sizes 2T, 3T, and 4T.

For Babies: Marion Tunic & Legging Set ($68)

Your baby will look like a superstar! The short-sleeve tunic flaunts pinstripes and puffy sleeves, and the jersey leggings making diaper changes a breeze!

This set is soft for baby’s delicate skin, yet it will hold up well. Mix and match these pieces with other Little Ella baby items. The sizes are 3-6 months, 6-12 months, 12-18 months, and 18-24 months.

Katie Holmes dresses Suri in only the best. Kate Hudson favors comfortable clothes for Ryder. Which celebrity mom inspires you?

You can find just about anything on a school backpack. Cute kids will see themselves coming and going with bags featuring iCarly, Team Jacob, Transformers, and Disney Princesses. A lot of these trendy packs are cute but useless. Some are too big (your preschooler can only bear so much), others are too small (your middle school kid needs enough room for books, her iPod/cell phone, etc….)

Some of the “pretty” ones are too delicate to withstand the daily wear and tear — set that pastel-pink pack on the floor of the bus just once and see what happens. And the newest thing — a clear, see-through backpack — is just too much temptation for little thieving classmates.

Jennifer Garner didn’t cave in to the fads. Violet sports a variety practical school backpacks. The bag shown here (at right) is just the right size for her. It doesn’t have a bunch of confusing zippers and pockets to frustrate the little preschooler. And it’s made of a durable, printed nylon that’s easy to wipe off.

Check out these smart choices online:

The LL Bean Original Book Pack (left) has been a customer favorite for 22 years. Designed for ages 7 and up, the Original Book Pack is great for young students carrying light-to-moderate loads.  Built from durably nylon, the pack has a padded back panel and shoulder straps. As an added bonus, the 3M™ Scotchlite™ Reflective Material makes your child visible at night. It’s available online in a variety of prints for just $27.95.

The Heart Backpack at Walmart (right), just $15, is a sturdy, good-looking backpack. It features just enough compartments and organizer pockets to meet the average elementary-schooler’s needs. The bag measures approximately 12″W x 18″H x 7″D, so it’ll hold those larger textbooks and projects. Buy it at your local Walmart or online (just 97 cents for shipping & handling!).

Target’s  Three Backpack (left) boasts a multicolored, floral/paisley pattern in your choice of pink, blue or purple. Young and old kids alike will appreciate the multiple compartments (including one that’s insulated) as well as interior accessory and cell phone pockets. Made of waterproof polyester, the Three Backpack is built tough for everyday use. It can be cleaned, just hand wash with mild detergent. Originally listed for $29.99, it’s now on sale for $23.99.

Okay, so my first-grader has a Hello, Kitty backpack… but it’s black, and it’s the right size for her, and it’s not too complicated, so I think it’s a smart choice. What famous character graces your kid’s backpack this year? Sponge Bob? Spiderman? Hannah Montana? Tell us!

Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck are parents to mini-mom Violet and brand new, teeny-tiny Seraphina. Garner — sporting an always flawless complexion — obviously knows the importance of sun protection — for herself and her daughters. Garner says her hubby daddy dresses the girls. He certainly picked a winner with this perfect little sun hat.

Babies look precious in hats. From bonnets to ball caps, there’s a myriad of toppers to cover your baby’s noggin. Your cute baby will turn heads in one of these:

You can get a hat just like Seraphina’s at Pottery Barn Kids! The Rosebloom Print Hat (left) is by Liberty of London.

The wide brim offers protection, and the Velcro chin strap keeps the bonnet in place.  This machine-washable cotton hat is available in sizes up to 5T and is on sale now for just $14.99 (regularly $28.00).

If your baby’s not into cute, practical and floral, check out the outrageous selection of punk hats at My Baby Rocks.

This brown Funky Skull beanie cap (right)  is certified organic 100% cotton. Soft, stretchy, and hand-printed in the USA, this one-size hat fits most “punklings.” Buy it online for $10.95.

Baby Bananza.com has a fabulous assortment of sun hats for babies, like the Yellow and Pink Floppy Hat ($14, left) and the Blue Boat Beach Hat ($18, right). Both are perfect for little beach combers. Shop online.

So honestly, do you really think Ben Affleck picked out Seraphina’s little bonnet?  It just doesn’t look like a guy choice to me.

No matter how you feel about Paris Hilton, one thing’s for sure… the girl can rock a headband. Paris has single-handedly brought bright, flashy headbands back into style — wearing them for both casual and red-carpet occasions. We’ve seen other celebs copying the look, like Taylor Swift, Mischa Barton, Nicole Richie.

Headbands are available for girls of all ages, from infants to seniors. Here are just a few of your options:

For a day of school or shopping, copy Paris’ snakeskin headband. This easy-to-wear style looks polished, yet casual. Paris opts for a dark brown headband, which shows up nicely against her platinum hair. Brunettes may want to try a lighter color for more contrast. Check out Tano Jewelry Fashion Accessories‘ huge selection of headbands, including this brown snakeskin one for just $11.99 plus shipping.

Here, Paris flaunts a modern retro look with a neon pink bow headband. This youthful look is perfect for the younger set — more mature women might find themselves looking a little foolish in this style and color.

Abby’s Bowtique has a delightful array of big and little girl accessories, like this loopy satin bow headband. It’s available in dozens of colors and costs just $8!

Paris’ favorite headband is the glitzy braided type she wears like a crown. When embellished with diamonds, it’s not an everyday accessory, but there are adorable alternatives in a variety of materials like rope, acrylic and grosgrain. This wonderful Betsey Johnson Taxi Girl Headband is pricey at $56 but features faux pearls, gingham, and an enamel-filled flower charm. Shop Zappos.com for this and other cute headbands.

Tell us:  Do you like the headband trend? If so, what’s your favorite look — classic, hippie, or glamorous?

When Julia Roberts needs a cute baby gift, she can call a personal shopper to get the job done. When Nicole Kidman needs a one-of-a-kind outfit for Sunday Rose, her stylist can take care of finding it for her. Wouldn’t it be nice to live like a celebrity?

Thanks to Allison MacCullough, you can! Allison spent several cold weekends searching Manhattan for just the right baby gift for a friend’s new baby. She couldn’t find any affordable hip, stylish merchandise for children. Frustrated by her lack of options, Allison opened Bundle, her own children’s clothing boutique in New York City.

Bundle offers gorgeous, unique apparel and merchandise for infants and toddlers. Designers like Velvet & Tweed, Acoustic and other celebrity favorites sell to only select stores, and Bundle is one of them.

Allison herself selects every item in the store, including baby hats, booties, clothing and sunscreen — for boys and girls alike. The merchandise consists of “soft, wearable fabrics in fun prints like stripes, plaids and florals. There are logs of cozy knits in colors that reflect the bright and wonderful personalities of children.”

Best of all, Bundle offers a convenient online Concierge Service — it’s like having your own stylist and personal shopper! All you have to do is visit the Bundle website, click on Concierge and complete the form. Allison’s team will find, wrap and ship the perfect gift — you never have to leave your house!

If you need a special gift for a baby shower or kid’s party, visit Bundle’s Concierge Service and receive 15% off your order through July 31st with coupon code cutekids15.

I’d love to have a stylist and personal shopper, but having my own hair and makeup people would be even better! What celebrity perk do you most covet?