Kids Washington, D.C. - October 20, 2008

Hat Trick

The Magic Wardrobe Clothing

Their current obsession with all things icky and yucky has you wondering if your little darlings will ever be sweet and sophisticated.

At least they can look the part with The Magic Wardrobe’s new private label collection.

Inspired by traditional Italian tailoring with luxe fabrics and details like pin tucks and hand-sewn pleats, the everyday and special occasion clothing is charming and chic.

Ruffled necklines, bubble skirts, and pink corduroy shirtdresses turn whirling dervishes into little ladies. Stick him in camel overalls or pull-on tweed pants and you can almost hear the please-and-thank-yous.

And there’s nothing ill-mannered about that.

Available at The Magic Wardrobe, 1663 Wisconsin Avenue NW, between Reservoir Rd. and Q St. (202-333-0353 or themagicwardrobe.com).

WATCH
Washington International Horse Show
What: Check out jumping, dressage, and a free pony petting pavilion while supporting Autism Speaks.
Why: Saddle up.
When: Tues.-Thurs., 7 a.m.-5 p.m. & 7-10:30 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 7 a.m.-5 p.m. & 7-11 p.m.; Sun., 7 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Verizon Center, 601 F St. NW, at 7th St. (202-397-7328).

POSE
Photos in the Park
What: Forty-five-minute outdoor photo shoots with digital copies from Rebecca Emily Photography.
Why: Say no to cheese.
When: Sat. & Sun., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. To reserve a time, e-mail rebecca@rebeccaemily.com.
Where: Fort Bayard Park, corner of Western Ave., River Rd. & Fessenden St. NW.

DO
Fall Frolic
What: Costume parade, puppet shows, trick-or-treating in the galleries, and a lot more.
Why: They’ll fall in love.
When: Sat., 1-4 p.m.
Where: Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo (301-634-2222).