Kids Los Angeles - January 19, 2009

The Way We Wore

Belle Heir Fine Vintage for Kids and Babies

Does your little darling have a case of the slightly soiled hand-me-downs?

Lift her spirits with a vintage treasure from Belle Heir.

The stunning collection is the fruit of years spent scouring estate sales and antique and flea markets for unique children’s wear from the turn of the century through the 1960s. Smocking, pin-tucks, pleating, embroidery, and buttonwork reflect a bygone attention to detail.

Jaw-droppingly pretty dresses in gossamer white cotton are perfect for summer flower girls. Boy’s rompers from the ’30s look just as adorable on ladies-in-waiting.

The items have aged gracefully, but expect slight imperfections.

Which are much more charming than spaghetti stains.

Available online at belleheir.com.

SIP
Cafe de Leche
What: Get jacked on Intelligentsia coffee while tots carouse in the play area at the new Highland Park java joint.
Why: Where have you bean?
When: Daily, 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 5000 York Blvd., at Ave. 50, Highland Park (323-551-6828).

SUPPORT
An Evening of Art
What: Local Silver Lake artists ply their wares to benefit Neighborhood Nursery School. Drinks and nibbles included with $15 admission.
Why: Do good in the hood.
When: Sat., 4-8 p.m.
Where: Barnsdall Art Park, Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery, 4800 Hollywood Blvd., at N. Berendo St. (323-644-6269).

SAVE
Baby Eggi Sample Sale
What: Serious markdowns on cute cotton tees and jumpers. A portion of proceeds goes to charity.
Why: Game, set, hatch.
When: Fri.-Sun., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 118 N. Gramercy Pl., b/t W. First & Council Sts., Larchmont (323-469-3757).