Beauty is More Than Skin Deep.

I saw this video as an ad on YouTube and just had to share it.  It deals with something that means so much more than fashion.  It deals with self love.  It was so touching to me because I cannot count the number of times I have heard a little girl say to Charm "you're so lucky to be skinny" or "I wish I was small like you".  It breaks my heart to think of what conversations must be taking place at home for a child to feel as though she isn't perfect just the way she is.

I had one parent to tell me that she didn't think little girls should be too confident.  I was in shock, because I can't imagine anyone (regardless of their age) having too much confidence and self worth... as long as they aren't looking down on others, of course.  The line between confidence and conceit isn't very thin at all.  There is a huge difference.

Not only do I encourage both of my children to love their bodies and take care of them because they only have one, but I also remind them daily of how beautiful/handsome they are.  In addition, I'm always conscious about the things I say about my own body when they are around because I know that they are always listening.  Self love is inherited.

The way a girl feels about her beauty starts with how you feel about yours.  -Dove



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DIY Fashion!

My 9 year old fashionista has officially entered the world of fashion design.  This is her first "piece".  Of course, it's Tie Dye!  Where else would you start? 

She created this little masterpiece using her school color and a ton of rubber bands!  The embellishments on the collar add just the perfect touch for my fancy little lady.  Please post a comment and tell her how much you love her design! 

Step into Charm's RUUM this Spring!

RUUM American Kid's Wear is a fresh new brand for kids.  It's one of Charm's favorite places to shop, and because the company was just founded in 2013 it is also one of our best-kept fashion secrets!  She loves the fun, bold, trendy pieces and I love the cute, comfortable, durable clothing and shoes at affordable prices.  Their new spring collections for girls (adorably named Luminescense, Arizona Dreams & Sweet Street) boasts bright vivid colors, fun prints, bold verbiage graphics with hints of sparkle and shine.  

Charm and I both were equally impressed when the new spring lines were launched online at +RUUM American Kid's Wear, however, when we visited the store (at The Mall of Columbia) we were completely wowed!  Here are a few of the outfits and accessories she just had to have! 

First up... Charm is wearing a trendy sheer pocketed top with cuffed sleeves (which can also be worn as a long sleeve blouse).  She has a it paired with a pair of super cute cuffed denim shorts, a slim leather belt, and an adorable pair of cotton candy colorblock classic sunglasses to add the perfect pop of color with the coordinating jadite and pink!  No outfit is complete without the perfect pair of shoes and this looked was complete with pair of brown western booties.

Next...  Charm is styling in a pair of pale blush Aztec skinny jeans, a neon peach tank and basic denim jacket cuffed perfectly for spring.  She also completed this look with the brown western booties that she simply adores!

 

The New Wave, Sundance & All American Collections for boys are just as hot and trendy, so by all means... if you have a little fellow - stop by +RUUM American Kid's Wear! 
Also, please tell us what you think about these looks and others you find at RUUM!  Happy Shopping!
- Charm's Mom

WILD about FASHION!!!

WILD about FASHION!!!

Is your little diva wild about fashion?  Is she in love with animal prints with a splash of color?  Charm is all over animal prints this season.  They're one of her many fashion faves! Here she is showing off a few of her favorite pieces.  
                                                                                    

These fun leopard leggings from Gymboree were a must-have the moment she saw them.  They can go with so many different looks.  Here she's wearing them with a coordinating top.  She thought it was super cute that the girl on her top was wearing a leopard print sweater PLUS she was walking 4 of the cutest puppies.  What little girl doesn't like puppies???  :)

While browsing at Gymboree we also found this awesome leopard top with a cute pink bow.  Though we won't quite pair it with the leopard pants (because we're not THAT crazed), the top definitely makes a statement on it's on.  A pop of color at the bottom is a fun twist to an old favorite and of course these hot pink velour leggings were a perfect match!

Another fun fashion twist for a great fall or winter look is shorts.  (Yes, SHORTS!)  These cheetah print bubble/balloon hem shorts were one of our many Japan boutique finds.  During the cool months she loves to wear them with bold or neutral tights.  Here she is going bold with her favorite pop of pink.  The half top (which also came from one of our favorite Japanese shops) has a wild animal print as well.  The look is complete with a pair of brown boots.

Share your little ones passion for animal prints with us at stylewithcharm@yahoo.com.