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Best Clothes for Your Baby Girl: Basic Guide - LA Progressive

Posted: 09 Apr 2020 12:00 AM PDT

When it comes to outfits for girls, it seems there are no bounds to designer creativity. The range is endless. Aside from styles, parents should pay close attention to materials and durability. If you are not ready to splurge on a trendy set, there are ways to find cool outfits at affordable prices. With modern baby clothes, dressing up is easy and fun.

How about an elegant polka dot romper for the young fashionista? Not only is it adorable and comfy, but it also allows effortless diaper change. Just look at this selection of cute baby clothes and see for yourself. From jumpsuits to pom pom cardigans complete with warm headbands, there is a set for any occasion and weather.

Preferable Materials

In terms of fabric, the most popular choice is cotton. This soft natural material is also good at absorbing, and it will not irritate the skin. Look for the organic type, as it is cultivated without fertilizers or pesticides. Steer clear of any synthetic materials with a rough surface, as well as heavily dyed fabrics. These may cause or exacerbate allergies and irritation, and they do not provide breathability.

Decorative elements, such as ruffles or ribbons, add visual appeal, but they may easily tear or fall off completely.

Other preferable options include Jersey Knit, Bamboo Rayon, Minky, and Argyle Block. Outerwear made of fleece ensures your baby is warm, while water splashes or stains are no problem. The material is also suitable for homewear.

Clothing That Lasts

Whichever style you choose, you should make sure the garment is durable. Decorative elements, such as ruffles or ribbons, add visual appeal, but they may easily tear or fall off completely. To verify the honesty of manufacturers' claims, search for feedback from customers.

How to Find a Bargain

Saving is part and parcel of rational consumer behavior. If you are looking for bargains, try the following options. You may be able to find fantastic outfits with modest price tags.

1. Seasonal Sales

At the end of each season, retail stores slash prices. Reduced items are normally displayed at the back. If there is a brand you particularly like, keep track of their markdown schedule. When shopping, focus on the sizes your girl will grow into. Discounts often start from 30%. Remember to keep the tags intact, so you can sell the garments on eBay if they do not fit in the future.

2. Consignment Shops

If you do not mind purchasing clothes that have been used (often briefly), this is your gateway to bargains. At the same time, you will be able to sell items your girl no longer needs. This translates into even higher savings.

3. Yard Sales

The early bird catches the worm, and morning arrival guarantees the widest choice. You may find cheap trendy items that have barely been used. Pay attention to any small defects, such as holes or stains.

Overall, the outfit should be comfy, durable, and made of organic materials. There is a broad range of models, styles, and colors to choose from. Choose, mix and match as you like!

Julia Smith

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Now Is a Great Time to Hand-Wash Your Clothes - The Cut

Posted: 15 Apr 2020 05:00 AM PDT

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I started hand-washing my clothes for what I imagine is the same reason people have always done it: practicality. My New York apartment, like many, does not have a washer or dryer. On top of that, in my early 20s, I developed the ill-advised habit of buying silk and cashmere, only to discover that dry cleaning is expensive. Worse, it's a hassle, one more thing to remember to deal with — drop off and pick up in an endless, plastic-covered cycle. It was easier to devote an afternoon to washing my sweaters in the sink.

I learned to hand-wash from my mother. Growing up, my sister and I both did ballet, which meant there was always at least one pair of tights soaking in the sink in my parents' bathroom. When I went away to dance camp in middle school, the other girls and I washed our leotards with Woolite in the dorm room bathrooms. Hanging my pink tights to dry in the shower made me feel both resourceful and grown up — like I was taking care of things.

As far as domestic chores go, hand-washing your clothes is one of the more enjoyable. It provides the same sense of satisfaction as any household cleaning, but there's no heavy scrubbing or toxic-smelling chemicals, no clanging pans or slopping sponges. Unlike dish-washing, hand-washing produces just the soft ripple of water as you massage the fabric, gently swirling it around. As with cooking, it's the kind of task that feels so fundamental to human existence that it prompts you to reflect on how long people have been doing it.

And despite the labor that its name implies, hand-washing is actually very easy now that you can buy no-rinse detergents. I recently discovered Soak, which evaporates off your clothes while they're drying (and, amazingly, doesn't leave them feeling stiff or crinkly), eliminating the most tedious step. You simply submerge your clothes in cold or lukewarm water and circle them around with a little detergent, massaging the spots where odors tend to accumulate. Then, leave them to soak for 15 minutes, squeeze them out (never wring!), and hang them to dry.

I should clarify that I would not recommend hand-washing all of your laundry. In my experience, it works best if you only need to wash a couple things at a time. But, right now, as many of us are trying to limit the times we leave our house, hand-washing a few of your essentials can help you go a little longer between trips to the laundromat. Personally, I like hand-washing as a Sunday afternoon activity. Lying a few sweaters out to dry leaves you with a satisfying sense of accomplishment, and having clean clothes is always a good way to start the week, whether or not you plan on leaving the house.