There is nothing my girls like more than to match with mama. They try to mimic my every move, whether it be the way  I move my hands when I talk to to way I style my hair. Whatever mama is doing, my girls want to do.

When I received a pair of black patent Dansko Mary Janes along with a pair of matching red ones, you can only imagine the thrill of my eldest. She has been wearing those bright, shiny red clogs since the day we received them and coincidentally they match perfectly with her red wool coat.

Dankso is a trusted shoe brand that has been around for years (over 2 decades to be exact) and have become a favorite with both retailers and consumers. The company actually came about ‘by accident’ by a husband and wife team who while running a successful horse-training business, stumbled across a pair of “incredibly comfortable” Danish-made clogs. They started selling them as a side business and well.. the rest is history!

I have been wearing my Maeve Black Patent clogs quite frequently. testing them out during market runs, while traveling and even during a couple of conference I attended recently. My one worry was getting the patent leather scuffed as they are so shiny, but they still look spiffy and there is no dulling anywhere to be seen. Same goes with my daughter’s Jamie clogs.

Aren’t the punched out hearts such a sweet touch? This Mary Jane version of the original clog offers the same supportive footbed with a modified rocker bottom and lowered heel that has been specifically designed and engineered for kids. They are sturdy enough to skip and run in and yet at the same time look chic enough to wear during special occasions or with dressier outfits. They are a great all-in-one shoe, suitable for any and all occasions.

There are several other styles that can easily be mixed and matched to create even more mom-daughter looks, but these two were my absolute favorite. You can purchase the Jamie and Maeve clogs in fine shoe retailers, online retailers like Amazon.com or check the Dansko online outlet for occasional deals.

Prices range from $90-$140 (Maeve Black Patent clogs are currently on sale through our affiliate Amazon for $113.50 and the Jamie clogs are on from $50-$70).

*Thank you to Dansko for sending us shoes for review purposes. As always, the views above are mine and mine alone.*

With a selection of trendy looks inspired by their juniors’ line, Report will be relaunching their kids’ shoe line for Spring 2011. WWD reports that the various styles will include cork wedges with flower decals, embellished ballet flats and clog-inspired sandals with printed uppers. The shoes will be available in toddler and kids’s sizes, priced from $25-$50.

The new offerings will be available in stores beginning in late February.

Source and photo credit: WWD

One of the main concerns parents face when Halloween comes around is the safety issue. Evenings get dark quickly in October, and keeping kids visible is one of our top priorities.

Kids Foot Locker has come up with a super cool line of glow-in-the-dark products that kids will love! Whether your child dresses up like their favorite cartoon character or superhero, they can accessorize with these glow-in-the-dark shoes. You can match the shoes up with Halloween socks featuring skulls, bats, black cats and candy corn, or keep it more subdued with stars and stripes. The ever-popular Nike Air Max 95, is now available in “Glow” as is the Converse All Star Hi Shoe in pink or green.

If your kids aren’t into the glowing shoes, glow-in-the-dark tees are another great option. Kids Foot Locker offers ones sporting candy-eating dinosaurs or skulls.

Unlike costumes that get given or thrown away year after year, glow-in-the-dark shoes are not a fad and will light up your child’s wardrobe all year-round!

Shoelanthropy.com is a new online store that recently launched, providing customers a new and innovative way to purchase their favourite brands of quality footwear, while supporting charities.

Shoppers can choose from over 400 products available on Shoelanthropy, by brand or by style. Brands include Birkenstock, MBT, Naot, Mephisto, Keen, Merrell, Earth, Dansko, Saucony, Brooks and more. New styles are arriving dailly.

After shoppers have picked out their purchases, they can then choose from a list of charities that includes United Way, Save the Children, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Susan G. Komen for the Cure, American Red Cross and The Hunger Project. Shoelanthropy will then donate partial proceeds to the charity of your choice.

“Here at Shoelanthropy, our company is centered on giving,” founder Charlie McGinness said. “Giving is not something we only do once a year or once in a while to make ourselves feel good. We want to make the world a better place by improving the quality of life for those less fortunate, and that’s the mission of our company…I truly believe that we can make the world a better place with every pair of shoes that we sell…Who knows, maybe we’ll help cure cancer.”

Cool concept! Quite different from TOMS, and yet it supports a variety of charities. No word yet on whether or not they will carry children’s shoes. We’ll keep you posted

It’s that time of year again! Parents are signing up their children for dance lessons, purchasing new outfits, shoes and accessories for the latest season of dance – an activity that can get quite expensive. Payless® recently partnered with America’s National Ballet Company™ American Ballet Theatre,™ to create a line of dance shoes for boys, girls and adults!

‘Spotlights’ features a range of ballet, tap and jazz shoes as well as various accessories such as dance tights and dance bags. The shoes range from $19.99 to $26.99, while the accessories run from $3.99 to $14.99. Everything is available to purchase through Payless’s online store and through their retail outlets.

Following closely on the heels of her recent Lavish and Loved maternity collections for Motherhood Maternity, supermom, supermodel, fashion powerhouse and designer Heidi Klum has created an exciting versatile activewear collection for New Balance. The line is designed for the modern woman on-to-go and is set to launh this Fall 2010 exclusively on Amazon.

The collection is said to reflect Heidi’s modern, sophisticated style and consists of easy, go-to pieces that add a dash of unexpected chic to even the most routine errand:

“Busy women, like me, have changed their way of shopping. We now shop online,” says Heidi Klum. “I’m proud to announce that I have designed a line of active wear for New Balance that will be sold exclusively on Amazon. I could not think of an easier way to shop than from my bed on my laptop! Our lives as mothers, wives, working women have become so much more than ever before. Whether we are dropping the kids off at school, going out with friends, running errands, running to meetings or swinging by your favorite coffee shop in the morning, we all have one thing in common – we want to be stylish, comfortable and hip!”

The Heidi Klum for New Balance collection will include woven tops, leggings, knits, haute tunics, and outerwear pieces, designed to fit every body type. The clothing will be made with cottons and silks that incorporate hand-woven stitching and intricate details. The line will retail from $32-168 and will be available in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany & Japan beginning October 7th 2010 exclusively on Amazon.

Gwen Stefani and her youngest son, Zuma, were recently seen on their way to her parent’s house for a little grandma time. Gwen may be a wild and ready rock star, but toddler Zuma was dressed in his best cowboy toddler clothes. Even rock boys need to let out their inner country from time to time, and this cute look is so easy to copy.

First, it is all about the boots. Any cowboy knows that you are only as snazzy as the boots you have on. A great pair of toddler cowboy boots can add a little western flair to almost any outfit. Boots are a great footwear choice for this fall, too. They are the warmest of most toddler shoes, and can protect little feet when out jumping in piles of leaves.

A great western themed outfit is a fun addition to add to your toddler clothes. Go for cowboy themes prints, such as boots, hats, or horses. you can go all out, or choose a more simple look. Zuma’s simple blue denim shirt makes a great understatement against his bright green boots. Remember, a cowboy look does not have to resemble children’s costume wear.

Cooler autumn days are a great time to break out the western clothes. The darker browns and reds are the perfect fall colors to wear, and denim jeans will both complete the look as well as keep little legs warm. Right now is the best time to break out the cowboy clothes.

Of course, girls can be cowboys also. You can find cute western inspired jeans and shirts for little girls to wear this fall. Or add dark leggings under a country dress or skirt to pull a warm weather cowgirl look over to the fall months.

You can dress your little one like a rock star this fall by copying this country cute look Zuma has on. Before your next trip to grandma’s house, grab a pair of stylish boots, and a western inspired outfit. Your toddler could very well be in cowboy heaven!

By Summer Minor of My Baby Clothes Boutique.

Photos Courtesy Of: My Baby Clothes Boutique

Moschino has designed a conversational pair of shoes this season with their Union Jack Mary Jane Shoes. Made from dark blue leather, the supple shoes are appliqued with a patent red Union Jack and have an easy velcro strap closure.

Price: £76.00

Designed by a team of specialists, a podiatrist and a pedorthist, KidZerts are the very first wear-moldable arch support insoles for children. Made from the best, high-quality materials, KidZerts mold to the unique contours of the bottom of each foot and offers an arch support, cushioning and a stabilizing heel cup.

Features include:

• EVA moldable sublayer that will slowly mold to the child’s foot while he/she wears it
• Anti-microbial top cover that kills ordor-causing bacteria and wicks moisture
• Heel cup for stability and alignment
• Broad heel seat for additional foot comfort
• Beveled forefoot for a smooth transition
• Moderate arch for support and alignment

“These insoles have all the features that make up a healthy arch support insole for children,” said Dr. Jeffrey Hurless, podiatrist and foot/ankle surgeon.

The doctor -recommended contoured design of KidZerts, allow contact with the entire arch by spreading the body’s weight over the entire base of the foot. This prevents children from being heel-strikers or overpronators, which can cause foot pain and injuries later in life. They are great for providing support during strenuous activities, such as running jumping. There is a large adhesive strip located on the bottom of the insole, making them easy to place inside shoes.

Baby Genius is jumping into the footwear industry! Partnering with United Legwear Company LLC, the company will be manufacturing and distributing a line of infant and toddler soft-soled shoes featuring the award-winning Baby Genius(R) brand.

The division president of United, Ed Ash, says the shoes will debut at retail stores in the U.S. and Canada beginning Spring 2011. The shoes will be inspired by Baby Genius’ mission of using music to promote kids’ growth and development.

Photo credit and Source: Baby Genius