NYC Moms

Tales of a Silicon Valley Mom in New York, New York for Fashion Week and the Times Square Post Superbowl Party

This is cross-posted from our sister site, Silicon Valley Moms Blog.

Sunday wasn't my usual Sunday.  Some moms watched the Superbowl. Others watched the ads.  I went to Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in New York. Fashion Week began Friday at 8am Eastern. I didn't know until Saturday at 8am Pacific time that I was even going. I decided on a whim to apply for a press credential and when I was accepted, I took a few stabs at getting into shows.

As of last week, I had done a little planning in terms of lodging and flights, but was on the fence since my daughter was having a difficult week. Then she began feeling better, so I decided to go.  I took my daughter to her first dance class ever (priceless - one of those moments I'll never forget - she loved it so much) then six hours later, I caught what was probably her bug. 12 hours pre-flight I was on the couch with the chills, my daughter yanking my blanket off & fussing because I didnt want to watch Mickey Mouse Clubhouse with her.

The Empress Has No Clothes

I recently received an e-mail asking why I haven't commented about children's clothing stores in my neighborhood.  A good question.  I'll tell you why: it's because I rarely buy anything at any of the lovely local shops.  They are, for the most part, filled with beautiful children's items that are nice-fitting and made of all-natural fabric.  So why don't I patronize these establishments?  It's the same reason I never buy clothes for myself at any boutiques on the UES: they are just too freaking expensive.   I can't justify spending $200 (or more) on a wonderful little sweater for Bunny that she'll wear for one season and then we'll pass along to Room to Grow.  But here's what I have, little though it is.

Baby Gap: 3rd Avenue between 86th and 87th.  Baby Gap is great, especially the sales.  I've gotten some adorable items for $3.99.  Can't beat that with a stick.  Occasionally I find the girls stuff to be a bit too teeny-bopper-y for a 15 month old, but I'm an old fogey that way.And here is a question to the entrepreneurial of spirit out there: can we make any money by opening a children's used clothing store here in Yorkville?  I would love love love to have one!  I hear that Jane's Exchange is terrific, but it is way too far away for us (see If I Can't Walk, I Don't Go).

I recently received an e-mail asking why I haven't commented about children's clothing stores in my neighborhood.  A good question.  I'll tell you why: it's because I rarely buy anything at any of the lovely local shops.  They are, for the most part, filled with beautiful children's items that are nice-fitting and made of all-natural fabric.  So why don't I patronize these establishments?  It's the same reason I never buy clothes for myself at any boutiques on the UES: they are just too freaking expensive.   I can't justify spending $200 (or more) on a wonderful little sweater for Bunny that she'll wear for one season and then we'll pass along to Room to Grow.  But here's what I have, little though it is.

Baby Gap: 3rd Avenue between 86th and 87th.  Baby Gap is great, especially the sales.  I've gotten some adorable items for $3.99.  Can't beat that with a stick.  Occasionally I find the girls stuff to be a bit too teeny-bopper-y for a 15 month old, but I'm an old fogey that way.And here is a question to the entrepreneurial of spirit out there: can we make any money by opening a children's used clothing store here in Yorkville?  I would love love love to have one!  I hear that Jane's Exchange is terrific, but it is way too far away for us (see If I Can't Walk, I Don't Go).