You ended your love affair with Scandinavia after your last trip to Ikea.
One parking lot showdown, three temper tantrums (you: one, the kids: two), and a pound of Swedish fish later, you swore off the Nords forever.
But Polarn O. Pyret may win you back once and for all. The Swedish brand has just launched a U.S.-based webshop of basics perfect for playgrounds, camp days, school days, and bumming around the house. The colors and designs have a retro vibe, from preppy striped rain boots and sailor tops to cotton undies and brightly colored denim, and are meant to be worn in and worn out.
We were won over by thoughtful touches like interior adjustable waistbands and removable hoods that make for a longer life — and more bang for your buck.
Skål to that.
Available online at polarnopyret.com.
WallCandy Arts
One month it’s owls; the next it’s dinosaurs. Kids and permanent murals just don’t mix. Removable decals are just the fix. Get 30 percent off “favs,” including the new Luv Letter collection, by entering LL30 at checkout.
Rockin’ Alphabet
Rock your way through the ABC’s with M Is for Metal: the Loudest Alphabet Book on Earth and Never Mind Your P’s and Q’s: Here’s the Punk Alphabet. The Aussie books have landed stateside and are tearing it up.
Max Liquidator Water Toys
Cannonballs and belly flops have nothing on these guys. Make a real splash with shooters dressed as flotation devices. They can launch water up to 25 feet — so you can take back the pool.