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You are here: Home / Babies / Baby Products / Favorite kids clothing brand? It would have to be…Tea

Favorite kids clothing brand? It would have to be…Tea

November 3, 2009 By Stephanie

tea-collection-meiji-floral-dressOur 3-year-old has recently decided (for the first time ever) that she likes dressing up. What Dress-Up means to her is to taking down every single item hanging in her closet and trying it on – her Cinderella dress and matching cape, her way-too-big U of A snow coat, her fanciest black and red velvet dress, etc.

She’ll try on each item for about one minute and dance around excitedly and say, “What am I, mommy?” And then want to move on to the next item.

Unlike many girls her age, however, she would NOT want to wear a princess dress all day long. She’s much too practical for that. She always opts for clothes that she can “race” and “hike” and jump on the bed in. She likes soft, stretchable items that are easy-to-get-on-and-off – and that have no buttons.

tea collection logoOften, when she selects her outfit for the day, she’ll pull out one of her sets from Tea Collection, a San Francisco-based company that specializes in globally-inspired apparel for kids (birth to age 8).

I have to admit that she has fabulous taste. If I could dress my girls in only one brand, I would undoubtedly choose Tea Collection. The pieces are unique, well-made, stylish, AND well-suited for plenty of activity.

Take one peek (and be forever captivated by the brand):

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  • TOP LEFT: Shibuya Floral Dress, $44.50
  • TOP RIGHT: Tokyo Hoodie, $39
  • BOTTOM LEFT: Takayama Plaid Dress, $59
  • BOTTOM RIGHT: Sayonara Tee, $29.50

The prices aren’t exactly low, BUT…these clothes are made-to-last. They are crafted with care and easily survive wash-after-wash without noticeable wear. I also appreciate the fact that the materials are simple (translation: comfortable, perfect for preschoolers who like to dress themselves), yet the designs are obviously not your every-day department store variety.

P.S. My daughter is wearing the Meiji Floral Dress ($55) and the Purity Organic Legging ($25) in the above picture. Thanks to Tea for providing that sample for her.

WIN IT! One winner will receive a $100 gift card to Tea Collection. To enter, leave a comment with the name of one other style (other than the ones listed) that you love from Tea Collection on this post prior to Wednesday, November 11th at 11:59 p.m. (Don’t forget to follow the rules…all generic comments like “Enter me!,” “Love it,” and “Cool stuff!” will be disqualified.).

*UPDATE* The winner is #94 Shelly. Congratulations!

Filed Under: Baby Products, Giveaways Tagged With: tea collection

Comments

  1. Lucy says

    January 23, 2010 at 12:02 pm

    I recently came across your blog and have been reading along. I thought I would leave my first comment. I don’t know what to say except that I have enjoyed reading. Nice blog. I will keep visiting this blog very often.

    Lucy

    http://toddlergirls.net

  2. Heather says

    November 14, 2009 at 11:02 am

    I love the Shippo Woven Shirt for my son :)

    heather

  3. LaurenS says

    November 13, 2009 at 2:14 pm

    I love the Kei Pant. All the boy’s pants look nice and we can sure use pants around here. I would love to test these pants to see if they can be handed down without holes in the knees.

  4. Marie says

    November 12, 2009 at 12:18 am

    I love the Ramona 5-Piece Set. I love their Double Decker Dresses. There clothes are so cute for both genders…makes me wish we had a little boy in the family too.

  5. Lindsay says

    November 11, 2009 at 10:23 pm

    The Emerson 5 piece set for baby is way too cute. I love the outfits for a little man.

  6. R Hicks says

    November 11, 2009 at 9:49 pm

    I love the Street Style because it looks so hip on the kids!

  7. Phyllis Jenkins says

    November 11, 2009 at 9:44 pm

    Satori Stripe Sweater
    Sizes Sm (6-12mo) to 8 yrs
    I can just picture my grandsons in this.

  8. Jennifer Jozwiak says

    November 11, 2009 at 9:32 pm

    I love the Nippon wrap sweater!

  9. Gianna says

    November 11, 2009 at 9:31 pm

    The Kimono Robe in Indigo size 8 :)

  10. Andrea B says

    November 11, 2009 at 9:26 pm

    I love dresses for my little girl, like the Sparrow Double Decker Dress. I like the bird screen print.

  11. Jennifer B says

    November 11, 2009 at 8:46 pm

    I like the lotus footed one-piece

  12. Angela says

    November 11, 2009 at 8:34 pm

    I love the Blossom Banded Dress! Thanks!

  13. Djp says

    November 11, 2009 at 8:14 pm

    sign me up

  14. Kate says

    November 11, 2009 at 8:12 pm

    The The Miko Floral Print is great! Thanks!!

  15. trixx says

    November 11, 2009 at 8:09 pm

    The Tiger Double Decker Tee from the ‘Indigo Play’ collection is awesome!

  16. kathy says

    November 11, 2009 at 7:59 pm

    I like the Lotus One Piece ~ perfect for a baby born in New England in the winter!

  17. grams says

    November 11, 2009 at 7:34 pm

    My granddaughters would look very cute in teh Wisteria Wrap Dress

  18. ReggieMann says

    November 11, 2009 at 6:28 pm

    I love the Nippon Wrap Sweater!! :D

  19. Cindy says

    November 11, 2009 at 6:14 pm

    Kagura Sweater Dress is a fave of ours!

  20. tina reynolds says

    November 11, 2009 at 5:56 pm

    I really liked the Kagura Sweater Dress thanks for the chance to win eaglesforjack@gmail.com

  21. Leslie says

    November 11, 2009 at 5:40 pm

    I love the Nippon Wrap Sweater

  22. Rebecca says

    November 11, 2009 at 5:23 pm

    Oh I really love the Ume Drop-Waist Dress

  23. carol ~ says

    November 11, 2009 at 4:24 pm

    I love Tea! They have gorgeous clothing! I love the Miko Floral Print Dress which is so beautiful with the colors red, white and black which work together beautifully!

  24. Jen says

    November 11, 2009 at 3:50 pm

    I love the Nippon Wrap Sweater with the adorable Yoshi Denim Pants. I really LOVE this children’s brand. Great quality.

    jensblog18@gmail

  25. Michelle Small says

    November 11, 2009 at 2:57 pm

    I love the Kimono Robe Blue Sweater. They have lots of beautiful items. Thank you for the giveaway.

  26. roseh2o19 says

    November 11, 2009 at 2:41 pm

    Kagura Sweater Dress

  27. Crystal F says

    November 11, 2009 at 1:39 pm

    I really like the Kazari Floral Dress. Thank you!!

  28. Mary Somerville says

    November 11, 2009 at 1:27 pm

    My favorites are the Indigo Arts Collection, especially the Miyagawa Turtle Henley( we have a turtle freak in the house!) and the Kimono Robes, a style I’ve never seen. I’ts great that the sizes go from 6-12m to 8yrs, can dress the baby and the big boy alike! Thanks!!

  29. Jess Greiman says

    November 11, 2009 at 11:55 am

    I Adore Tea Brand, and agree though pricey… Very worth it:)
    My FAVORITE has to be the Kagura Sweater Dress, love the bold pattern!!!
    Thanks for the chance to win this great giveaway!!

  30. Gina says

    November 11, 2009 at 10:22 am

    I love love love the Kagura Sweater Dress

  31. Maya says

    November 11, 2009 at 10:09 am

    I think my little boy would look adorable in the Shippo woven shirt underneth the kinkakyji sweater vest paired with the citizen corduroy jeans.

  32. Kerrie says

    November 11, 2009 at 10:05 am

    I like the butterfly wrap dress

  33. Terry C says

    November 11, 2009 at 9:21 am

    I love the Miko Floral Print Dress!

    braaisjo at gmail dot com

  34. Lisa says

    November 11, 2009 at 9:03 am

    Their graphic shirts for Boys are so fun! My fave is the Long Sleeve Robodog Tee!

  35. Nicole C. says

    November 11, 2009 at 8:08 am

    I love the Little Citizens Hoodie!!

  36. Staci says

    November 11, 2009 at 7:44 am

    I love the boy’s Fall Strip Hoodie! Very cute!

  37. Jennifer M says

    November 11, 2009 at 7:13 am

    I like the Nippon Wrap Sweater

  38. Chrysa says

    November 11, 2009 at 6:55 am

    Their boys Tees are super cute. I especially like the Long Sleeve Tether Stripe Tee.

  39. vivian blevins says

    November 11, 2009 at 5:48 am

    KISO DRESS TY.

  40. lois says

    November 11, 2009 at 5:32 am

    I just love the Miko Floral Print dress, just very nice looking kids clothes.

  41. wendy wallach says

    November 11, 2009 at 5:04 am

    Nippon Wrap Sweater for girls is too cute!

    madamerkf at aol dot com

  42. Dddiva says

    November 11, 2009 at 1:05 am

    I like the Nippon Pullover – Ian would look adorable in it.

  43. Janette says

    November 11, 2009 at 12:40 am

    I love the Satori Strip Sweater!

  44. lonne says

    November 10, 2009 at 11:38 pm

    very unique and interesting.very interested,thanks a bunch

  45. Patti says

    November 10, 2009 at 10:08 pm

    I’m with you on the cuteness of Tea clothing! Of course I love their selection of Organic layers clothing, but I would love to get my son the Hiroshi 5-Piece Set. It looks so comfy!

  46. misty says

    November 10, 2009 at 9:16 pm

    They have very unique styles, but I especially like Emerson 5-Piece Set. It is adorable! I also like how they name their clothes using street names of Tokyo.

  47. MelodicMom says

    November 10, 2009 at 7:58 pm

    Ooohh….I want the Butterfly Wrap Dress for my 9 month old so bad! It’s beautiful!

  48. Halle says

    November 10, 2009 at 7:23 pm

    Miko Floral Print Dress is such a beautiful dress, I would love to see my daughter in that, so cute. I also love the Woodcut Double Decker Dress.. love this brand!

  49. Melissa says

    November 10, 2009 at 7:01 pm

    My precious twins would look darling in a pair of Kazari Floral Dresses! Ooh I can’t wait to see them toddling around in dresses! Okay… maybe I can wait I’m not yet ready to spend the rest of my life chasing them around ;)

  50. Jill L says

    November 10, 2009 at 6:52 pm

    I absolutely love the Miko Floral Print Dress. Love it!!! Also love the Hida Floral Dress.

  51. Lance says

    November 10, 2009 at 6:39 pm

    i enjoyed the Kazari floral dress
    dreamcleavers@yahoo.com

  52. Pamela S says

    November 10, 2009 at 5:43 pm

    I love the items from the Shinto Collection….especially the dragon hoodie. I also LOVE the Kimono Robe (which is actually a sweater). Thanks so much! pamelashockley(AT)netscape(DOT)net

  53. Colleen S says

    November 10, 2009 at 4:55 pm

    Man I’m torn between the Street Style collection and the Shinto Traditions. Both are great

  54. shawna says

    November 10, 2009 at 12:51 pm

    I get their catalog (can never afford any of it, but it’s nice to dream) they have very cute clothes!!

  55. Monique says

    November 10, 2009 at 11:42 am

    So many cute things but the Nippon Wrap sweater stands out. Thanks for the chance.
    mogrill@comcast.net

  56. Teresa says

    November 10, 2009 at 11:29 am

    Playground Stripe Hoodie

    :) Thank you for the wonderful giveaway! :)

  57. Molly K says

    November 10, 2009 at 10:29 am

    I love the Nippon Pullover sweater.

  58. Angela G says

    November 10, 2009 at 9:55 am

    I love the Satori Striped Sweater.

  59. Linda says

    November 10, 2009 at 9:49 am

    I really like the Dragon Suite Sleeper Set for my grandson.

  60. Erma says

    November 10, 2009 at 8:23 am

    I like the Boys pajamas
    Origami Suite Sleeper Set.

  61. Michele says

    November 10, 2009 at 4:27 am

    So many adorable things! I liked the Kiso Dress style – perfect for my toddler.

  62. Tari Lawson says

    November 10, 2009 at 4:22 am

    I like the Satori Stripe Sweater.

  63. lace says

    November 9, 2009 at 10:24 pm

    My favorite clothes for kids are clothes that are comfortable and easy to move in and have to withstand stains and lots of washings.

    I’ve not tried Tea clothing but I have seen them in the stores and they are all adorable.

  64. Paula H says

    November 9, 2009 at 8:49 pm

    I like the boy’s Autumn like collection.

  65. Michelle says

    November 9, 2009 at 8:08 pm

    I love the ume banded dress!!

  66. Aisling says

    November 9, 2009 at 7:32 pm

    I think the Ella 3-Piece Set from the Newborn Collection is precious.

  67. Patricia says

    November 9, 2009 at 7:11 pm

    I’ve actually never heard of Tea until I saw this web posting. I checked out the collection and I have to say I’m pretty impressed.
    I like the colors and cuts on most of the clothes. Boy’s clothing is really hard to find, especially at my son’s age (he’s only 6 months old). Anyway, the Kei pants are adorable! They remind me of train conductor pants. This isn’t the kind of stuff you’d see at Baby’s R Us, and I like that!!

  68. Jeanine says

    November 9, 2009 at 7:08 pm

    I like the Takayama Plaid Dress.

  69. Jessica says

    November 9, 2009 at 6:00 pm

    They have such beautiful clothing. Thank you for sharing this great company with us. My favorite is the Kimono Robe. They also have gorgeous holiday dresses like the Miko Floral Print Dress.

  70. Stephanie V says

    November 9, 2009 at 5:36 pm

    Oh the Spencer 5-Piece Set is fantastic for little boys! Fingers crossed for these adorable clothes!
    tvollowitz at aol dot com

  71. Danielle says

    November 9, 2009 at 4:39 pm

    I REALLY love the Ume Banded Dress! My niece would look SUPER cute in it. I also LOVE LOVE LOVE the Miko Floral Print Dress! Gah i wish they had stuff like this when i was cute and little.

  72. Kacie says

    November 9, 2009 at 4:27 pm

    I love the Ume hooded romper and the tiny blossom wrap jacket. I have been eye-ing these clothes for a while, but alas, I am too broke!

  73. jean8 says

    November 9, 2009 at 4:17 pm

    I like the Uwangi Cardigan

  74. Dawn says

    November 9, 2009 at 4:08 pm

    I really like the India 4 piece set.

  75. Elke McLeroy says

    November 9, 2009 at 3:37 pm

    Got two addorable girls age 3 and 4. They would look incrediable in those Teas.

  76. Vicky H. says

    November 9, 2009 at 2:25 pm

    I like the Hida Floral dress. It’s cute and casual.

  77. Nicole D. says

    November 9, 2009 at 1:58 pm

    Wow – these are beautiful clothes! My favorite is the Jinja Floral Wrap! Thanks!

  78. corrie says

    November 9, 2009 at 1:25 pm

    I like the Boys Satori Stripe Sweater! its too cute

  79. Andrea McMann says

    November 9, 2009 at 12:58 pm

    I LOVE the Sparrow Double Decker Dress, and I know my daughter would go nuts for it because it’s PINK!! :D I’d probably also get her some pink Bootcut Leggings to go with it for winter.

  80. Rebecca Graham says

    November 9, 2009 at 12:41 pm

    I like the one piece body suits for babies, particularly the Baby Panda Long Sleeve Bodysuit.

  81. Emily says

    November 9, 2009 at 11:31 am

    I love the Hida Floral Dress and have been a drooling fan of Tea collections beautiful and funky prints for years!

  82. Adrienne gordon says

    November 9, 2009 at 11:22 am

    I love the Edo Firefighter pullover..

  83. courtney says

    November 9, 2009 at 11:19 am

    i thnk the double decker tees are SO cute.. i would love one of these

  84. Heather M says

    November 9, 2009 at 10:42 am

    For everyday Play I really like this dress!!
    Cherry Blossom Banded Dress

  85. mickeyfan says

    November 9, 2009 at 10:27 am

    The Jinja wrap dress is so pretty. My dressy-bessie niece would love it!

  86. Carol says

    November 9, 2009 at 10:15 am

    Love this: Kagura Sweater Dress

  87. lilshuga2001 says

    November 9, 2009 at 10:12 am

    I hEART them ALL!

    But my fave would HAVE to be the Jinja Floral Wrap dress~

    Thanks!!

    :)

  88. Margaret Smith says

    November 9, 2009 at 9:36 am

    The boy clothing is so adorable. I really love the Long Sleeve Robodog Tee. It’s so cute.
    Thanks so much.

  89. McKim says

    November 9, 2009 at 9:33 am

    I like the Tiny Blossom Romper.

  90. Annette E says

    November 9, 2009 at 8:42 am

    I love the Kawano Sweater Dress. Thanks for the chance.

  91. Shilo Beedy says

    November 9, 2009 at 7:45 am

    I love the Edo Firefighter Pullover! It’s so very cute and unique.

  92. Anne G says

    November 9, 2009 at 7:05 am

    I’d love the Nippon Pullover for my son. These look like such well made clothes.

  93. MaryEllen S says

    November 9, 2009 at 5:30 am

    Tea clothing has everything, style, comfort and some of the cutest outfits I have ever seen, these would make wonderful holiday gifts for my many young relatives

  94. susan varney says

    November 9, 2009 at 4:15 am

    the Boys Satori Stripe Sweater mverno@roadrunner.com

  95. ky2here says

    November 9, 2009 at 3:57 am

    I can see our grandson in the Playground Striped Hoody.

  96. Tobster says

    November 9, 2009 at 3:06 am

    I really like the Wisteria Wrap Dress. I’ve heard a lot about this brand but haven’t tried it yet!

  97. Lucie says

    November 8, 2009 at 7:57 pm

    Miko Floral Print dress is one of my friends. It would look so beautiful little girl. I love the fabrics.. great blend of east and west.

  98. Jamie says

    November 8, 2009 at 3:35 pm

    I love the Koinobori tee. I also love all the sets. Its hard to choose one favorite.

  99. Crystal says

    November 7, 2009 at 9:27 pm

    My son would love anything from the Artimation collection!
    Thanks!
    davidandotis(at)yahoo(dot)com

  100. Robin Haws says

    November 7, 2009 at 7:34 pm

    I love the Kawano Sweater dress! Beautiful!

  101. Laura says

    November 7, 2009 at 7:23 pm

    I can’t help it, I’m a sucker for little boy pants… The Citizen Corduroy Jeans are too, too cute. With the Nippon sweater, my guy would be warm and cozy this cold Seattle winter. And stylin! Thanks for showcasing a great brand, I’ve heard lots of good things about Tea.

  102. Marina says

    November 7, 2009 at 4:53 pm

    i LOVE The Uwangi Cardigan. Thank you for the giveaway!

  103. Katie says

    November 7, 2009 at 7:39 am

    The Miko Floral Print Dress is gorgeous!

  104. Paulette D. says

    November 6, 2009 at 8:01 pm

    I love the Kimono Robe. I think it would look great on just about any child! It is adorable!!! nanadorland at gmail dot com

  105. Liz says

    November 6, 2009 at 6:18 pm

    I love everything, but I particularly adore the Miko Floral Dress, my daughter would look darling in it,if I do say so myself! lol :-)

  106. Lesa says

    November 6, 2009 at 5:50 pm

    The satori swipe sweater is so cute.

  107. Jen Mc says

    November 6, 2009 at 2:46 pm

    I really like the Satori Stripe Sweater. My son could use a nice warm sweater with winter coming and it is so cute too!

  108. Madeline says

    November 6, 2009 at 11:59 am

    The Shippo Woven Shirt is super cute! Their clothes are really adorable.

  109. Elisabeth says

    November 5, 2009 at 9:59 pm

    umm, yes…how did I not know about this? SOO CUTE! I just drooled over the ‘tea sets’ for like 25 minutes. Stephanie, this is bad…now I just have to spend more money on baby clothes! I love the Keiko Tea Set. I love all the tea sets, such a good idea! It’s hard to find clothes of good quality that you can mix and match. I want to get a few of these because I could put Evangline in one of the outfits, throw the other top in the diaper bag and have a quick change outfit when she inevitably spits up on herself.

  110. Kalani says

    November 5, 2009 at 9:44 pm

    I’ve had my eye on the long sleeve robot tee- I also drool over the kimono robe! Such a great clothing company- I’m glad you like it too! I always try to update my little one’s wardrobe w/ a few things from Tea… Can’t wait to get some for baby 2.0 coming in just 3 weeks!
    inalak at msn dot com

  111. xenia says

    November 5, 2009 at 6:42 pm

    Mmm, definitely a great collection. I also love clothes that look like they didn’t come from the mall but are comfortable for normal day-to-day 3-year-old-ness. I think the Kimono Robe sweater looks really adorable… I wonder if I could squeeze into the one for 8-year-olds…

  112. brandi says

    November 5, 2009 at 4:51 pm

    I would love to give my daughter the butterfly sleep wear. And the wrap dresses with leggings are very cute! Butterflies have a special meaning to me!!! And since my husband lost his job a year ago, we could definitely use this generouse giveaway!!!

  113. Shelly says

    November 5, 2009 at 3:34 pm

    Hida Floral dress is great – but love Meiji best!

  114. Leane says

    November 5, 2009 at 12:20 pm

    I love the Spencer 5 piece set. This set is versatile and it is so smart to buy coordinating set like this. Great brand. Great find! Great giveaway! Thanks for the chance to win!!!

  115. Tiffany says

    November 5, 2009 at 11:29 am

    I hadn’t heard of this brand until now. Their pieces are really lovely! I would love to see my little one in the miko floral print dress!

  116. Suzanne (Crunchy green Mom) says

    November 5, 2009 at 11:19 am

    I have been looking at the Miko Floral Print Dress for my daughter for her birthday! (Christmas day). I think it’s perfect for her special day!! Beautiful clothing…

  117. The Jacobsen Family says

    November 5, 2009 at 10:11 am

    For my daughter, I love the Miko Floral Print Dress! For my boys, I love the Shippo Woven Shirt and the Citizen Corduroy Jeans!!

  118. Kimberly/Mom in the City says

    November 5, 2009 at 8:07 am

    I like the Ty 4 piece set for boys.

  119. Jinxy says

    November 5, 2009 at 6:59 am

    Such cute clothes! I think my daughter would look great in the Nippon Wrap Sweater.

  120. Casual Friday Every Day says

    November 5, 2009 at 6:47 am

    awww – she sounds like my kind of gal. I was such a tomboy when I was a child. Could be because I was homeschooled {hence, stuck at home all day and night} with only a brother. I was with him all of the time. We did all the boy things and I loved it. I still do! But, I also like to look nice and cute and sometimes rather girly.

    Nell

  121. Jas says

    November 4, 2009 at 11:20 pm

    Tea Collection is my favorite brand, too–although the prices make it difficult for us to indulge in more than a few items. I’ve been eyeing the chrysanthemum bud suite sleeper set. And of course, I try to get a dress or two for every size. Hope you’re doing well, Stephanie!

  122. Desiree Glaze says

    November 4, 2009 at 5:50 pm

    What great clothes! I hadn’t heard of them before this. I love so much, but esp. the meiji floral dress!!

  123. Native Momma says

    November 4, 2009 at 5:24 pm

    That is so cute. My monkey likes to wear a dress if she is in the mood to try potty training. The other day she wore her Easter dress most of the day and then later on added her halloween witch dress over the top for the rest of the day.

  124. Erin T says

    November 4, 2009 at 4:56 pm

    I like the boy play wear and love the side stripped pants. I just love the sports pants on little boys!

  125. Clenna in NH says

    November 4, 2009 at 4:27 pm

    I love the Miko designs – one little dress I fell in love with is the Miko Floral Print Dress. My grand daughter would look precious in that one.

  126. Rhonda says

    November 4, 2009 at 3:57 pm

    My grandson would look cute in the Street Style

  127. Kiley Smith says

    November 4, 2009 at 3:41 pm

    I love love love love the Miko Floral Print Dress! My three year old would look so beautiful in it! Its so elegant and gorgeous!

  128. Betsy says

    November 4, 2009 at 3:12 pm

    My son loves the Edo figherfigher pullover and I like it as well. Tea always has such great colors and very unique.

  129. jenny miller says

    November 4, 2009 at 1:55 pm

    I like the spencer 5 piece set for boys!

  130. Danielle Ingold says

    November 4, 2009 at 1:34 pm

    Nippon wrap sweater is adorable!!!!!!!! Love to try their clothing, because I will probably never be able to spend 65$ on a sweater for my daughter.

  131. Dawn says

    November 4, 2009 at 1:32 pm

    I really like the Fall Stripe Hoodie. My son looks adorable in hoodies and I like them because I don’t have to find a hat for him when we go somewhere quick.

  132. Michelle says

    November 4, 2009 at 1:18 pm

    Tea clothing is so wonderful. I’ve bought a few pieces used and love them! My favorite on the website is the Ume tunic.

  133. Tara says

    November 4, 2009 at 12:36 pm

    Great shop- My fave item is the Long Sleeve Woodcut Banded Dress, its just lovely!

  134. Sarah says

    November 4, 2009 at 12:04 pm

    I love this collection, always have and always will!! Great giveaway!

  135. Kim says

    November 4, 2009 at 12:02 pm

    LOVE this one for my son: Elephant Double Decker Tee he would rock this tee!

  136. Sharon says

    November 4, 2009 at 11:42 am

    I love this collection, it’s so not like what you see in the mainstream department stores. Gracie would look really sweet in the Nippon Wrap Sweater – it’s definitely on my “look again” list for her upcoming birthday.

  137. zmama says

    November 4, 2009 at 11:14 am

    I LOVE the Tea collection, if I could afford it, every outfit my daugter wears would be from there!! :) my fav right now is their Hida Floral Dress

  138. Jill J says

    November 4, 2009 at 11:08 am

    The Nagase hoodie is my pick! This is a very cute brand! I’ve never heard of it before now…

  139. Arnnette says

    November 4, 2009 at 10:35 am

    What a wonderful giveaway from Teacollection, enough to buy two or three articles of clothing and save for Christmas gifts:)
    There are several dresses that I like for my youngest daughter who will be 5 years next week like the Miko Floral Dress, the Hida Floral Dress, or for my grandson who just turned 1 year the koinobori tee with the journey pants.

  140. KimberlyC says

    November 4, 2009 at 10:27 am

    Lots of very cute clothes on this site. I really like the look of the Sparrow Double Decker Dress with the striped leggings in walnut. It really matches the fun and playful personality of a preschooler!

  141. Ashleigh says

    November 4, 2009 at 10:10 am

    oh my goodness, these are GORGEOUS clothes! I’m in love with everything on the site (I’m serious), but if I have to choose I love the Kazari Floral Dress and Nippon Wrap Sweater…oh, and any kind of leggings to go with them. SO CUTE!!!

  142. Marcela says

    November 4, 2009 at 8:46 am

    I would love the Miko Floral Print dress for Audrey to wear to our niece’s wedding coming up, or over the holidays!
    Crossing my fingers….really tight!

  143. Monica says

    November 4, 2009 at 8:21 am

    All of their sweaters are SO cute :)
    Would love to wrap up my little girl in one of them!

    I’ve heard so much about Tea Collection and would love to try them out!

  144. artsweet says

    November 4, 2009 at 8:18 am

    I love their boys clothes – would love the shippo shirt and the dragon sleepwear set.

  145. Bebemiqui says

    November 4, 2009 at 8:14 am

    My son (the dog-obsessed) has been asking for a robodog…so, I think he’d love to have the Longsleeve Robodog Tee!
    bebemiqui82(at)yahoo(dot)com

  146. Lo says

    November 4, 2009 at 8:01 am

    I love the origami kids’ sleeper set (Dragon).

  147. Mfalcon13 says

    November 4, 2009 at 6:44 am

    I love the Hida Floral Romper.

  148. Abby says

    November 4, 2009 at 6:33 am

    The autumn lights collection is my favorite, just such pleasing colors! I agree with a previous comment, so hard to find great boys stuff!

  149. Melinda J says

    November 4, 2009 at 6:27 am

    Their girl clothes are great! The boy clothes are not catching my eye. I like the 5-piece Emerson set well enough — but it’s sold out in most sizes. The pants look very nice and I would probably use the gift card there. The Nagase romper is also a possibility.

    I don’t have a favorite brand yet. But, I recently discovered this site where I think I’ll be making a few purchases: http://www.comfykid.com

  150. Becca H says

    November 4, 2009 at 6:07 am

    I love the Tea Collection – we are lucky enough to have been gifted a few outfits! They do wear well and are so soft! The Mattie set is adorable!

  151. Lisa says

    November 4, 2009 at 5:58 am

    I like the Cherry Blossom Suite Sleeper Set. It looks very cozy!

  152. Barbara says

    November 4, 2009 at 5:52 am

    Well the girly stuff is so adorable, but I would like the Spencer 5 pc set for my little guy. CUTE and built to last…..can’t beat that!

  153. Kris says

    November 4, 2009 at 12:23 am

    I think anyone who makes well made clothes deserves some kudos. Honestly my oldest son goes through clothes like it was plastic wrap or something. What happened to the days when you could hand clothing down to one or more children? That being said, the Playground Striped Hoodie looks perfect for my little man…he loves the stripes, stripes are “IT”. Off to take a little better gander. Always my biggest question…do they ship to Alaska? We shall see…

    K.

  154. Sara says

    November 4, 2009 at 12:22 am

    The Miko Floral Print dress is beautiful! I have a hard time spending A LOT of money on kids clothing because my kids are messy! Maybe I just need to be better about fighting stains and enforcing play clothes (no playing in dress clothes!)!

  155. Jusitne says

    November 4, 2009 at 12:22 am

    I also like the Sparrow Double Decker Dress

    j.mcdilda(@)gmail.com

  156. Michelle says

    November 3, 2009 at 11:05 pm

    Gorgeous dresses–I’d love a few for my daughter, especially the Kagura Sweater Dress. Thanks for sharing this brand–I’ll definitely be spending some time there!

  157. Noreen says

    November 3, 2009 at 11:04 pm

    Ume Banded Dress, the flowers are so fun and just pop

  158. Cindi says

    November 3, 2009 at 10:51 pm

    I adore the clothing from the Tea Collection!
    The Uwangi Cardigan, Miko Floral Dress and the
    Kagura Sweater Dress are three of my favorite
    pieces!
    Many thanks, Cindi

  159. Tiffany says

    November 3, 2009 at 10:49 pm

    I really like that Fall stripe hoodie and polo for my boy. And the Kiso or Miko dress for my girl.

  160. Laura says

    November 3, 2009 at 10:10 pm

    I’d love to get the Miko Floral Print Dress for my daughter. With so many holidays dinners coming up, she’d look really cute in it.

  161. Rachel Sue says

    November 3, 2009 at 10:02 pm

    My girls are obsessed with dressing up and in a way it has carried over to their regular dressing. My five year old hates wearing pants. She would so much rather be in a skirt all. the. time.

  162. Linda says

    November 3, 2009 at 9:11 pm

    The Satori Stripe sweater is a knock-out. The Miyagawa Turtle Henley would be great for my turtle-loving little one. Tea has great clothing.

  163. Cyndi says

    November 3, 2009 at 8:42 pm

    So many adorable clothes from this line. I absolutely love the two boys’ items you listed in your post, but I also think my little man would look exceptionally handsome in the Nippon Pullover.

  164. Lachelle says

    November 3, 2009 at 8:41 pm

    I love the Kazari floral dress! Darling.

  165. mrs. p says

    November 3, 2009 at 8:32 pm

    Miko Floral Print Dress is adorable! I don’t like girly girl clothes but this is an absolute must for when my baby wants to be a little fancy~ yes she must like it too b/c she is kicking now…haha.

  166. Brie says

    November 3, 2009 at 8:28 pm

    I love this line of clothing! So very cute! I think the Kiso dress is adorable. Simple, purple, very sweet.

  167. Whitney says

    November 3, 2009 at 8:28 pm

    I love the Kiso dress- adorable clothes!

  168. Lindsay says

    November 3, 2009 at 8:20 pm

    So many cute things…we recently outgrew a Tea outfit that was handed down to us, and I have not seen the brand in any of our stores. I love the Sparrow Double Decker Dress, the Umi Drop Waist Dress, Finley 5 Piece set, Kizari Floral Dress, Yoshi Denim Pants, and the Journey Pull-On Trouser! Could go On and On and On!

  169. Donita says

    November 3, 2009 at 8:11 pm

    Love those striped tees for the boys and the double decker tees. And for some reason I always want to put the kids in animal shirts when we go to the zoo…so I love that rhino!

  170. RachelF says

    November 3, 2009 at 8:09 pm

    Ohh how I love tea collection! I am especially fond of the Takayama Plaid Top!

  171. Naomi says

    November 3, 2009 at 8:02 pm

    I love Tea and one of the best things about their collections is that the boys’ stuff is just as cute as the girls’ stuff! My kids are 1/4 Japanese so I especially love the Japanimation collection… the robot shirts are great and I love the bicycle tee.

  172. Blessed says

    November 3, 2009 at 8:02 pm

    Can we have Tea for adults please? :)

    I love the Hidda Floral Dress and the Nippon Pullover and a whole bunch of other stuff too!

  173. Becca says

    November 3, 2009 at 8:02 pm

    The Milo 3 piece set looks cute, my son loves dinosaurs so it would be a hit with him. I’m not usually a big fan of long pants that aren’t denim so I would have to check them out.

  174. Sarah T. says

    November 3, 2009 at 8:01 pm

    I enjoyed browsing the boys section, and totally love the Satori Stripe sweater, and all the great corduroy pants – my boys would look handsome in these for sure :)

  175. Kalani L says

    November 3, 2009 at 7:34 pm

    I absolutely LOVE the Miko Floral Print Dress. My 2 year old saw it online and said it was hers. I wish they had it in an adult version. Can you say obsessed?

  176. Amber Stevens says

    November 3, 2009 at 7:14 pm

    I actually have some Tea and love it…I really, really like the Meiji dress http://www.teacollection.com/cgi-bin/live/site.w?location=b2c/product.w&action=catalog&division=&category=b2c001c&prb=b2c003p&srb=b2c085p&mill=&product=972015&color=042&result=&brands=no&frames=no&target=main&sponsor=000002

    I even use the Tea dress that she wore last year, now as a tunic top and it works great!

  177. Brittany says

    November 3, 2009 at 6:39 pm

    I love the Nippon wrap sweater, I wish they made it in my size

  178. Rachel C says

    November 3, 2009 at 6:33 pm

    oooh, I love the Emerson 5-Piece Set!! It would be so very exciting to win – that would be my pick, for sure! Thanks so much!

  179. Jenny N. says

    November 3, 2009 at 6:23 pm

    I especially love that there are no characters or logos on Tea clothing. I really hate putting that kind of stuff on my kids.

    Your daughter looks perfectly divine in her Tea outfit!

  180. Vanessa says

    November 3, 2009 at 6:09 pm

    I love the look of Tea, but have yet to try them. I have heard great things about them and look forward to trying them sometime soon.

  181. Dr. Dolly says

    November 3, 2009 at 5:59 pm

    I’ve been drooling over Tea for months, now. Great styles for boys and girls…and as a half-Asian Mama, I’m fond of the nod to Asian-style in the designs. The warm and cuddly Satori stripe sweater looks great for Christmas dinner or a romp on the playground!

  182. Aura says

    November 3, 2009 at 5:36 pm

    I once got some Tea Collection clothing for my son while shopping in the city, they fit him so perfectly it looked tailored to him. I haven’t gotten back to the store since but with free shipping on $50 maybe I’ll just order online. I would like to buy the welcome 5 piece set, satori stripe sweater and matching tokyo romper and tokyo hoodie for my boys and the meiji floral dress for my daughter

  183. Joy says

    November 3, 2009 at 5:32 pm

    I like the Kiso print dress! I would love to try this brand for the kids.

  184. Kim says

    November 3, 2009 at 4:34 pm

    this line is sooo adorable! Oh it’s so hard to decide, but, my twin girls would look so sweet in the Nippon Wrap Sweater.

  185. Mikaela says

    November 3, 2009 at 4:30 pm

    I love Tea too! My current favorite is the Artimation Collection (boys). My son is enamored with the dinosaur shirt. The new sleepwear line looks really soft/comfy too.

  186. AnnaR says

    November 3, 2009 at 3:40 pm

    I love the Playground Stripe Polo, Playground Stripe Hoodie, and the Omotesando Cargo Pants…

  187. Sky says

    November 3, 2009 at 3:19 pm

    I just adore the daily sets. My favorite? The Satoko Wardrobe Set. Isn’t is lovely?

    We haven’t tried out the Tea Collection, but I’ve read rave reviews…their clothing is unique and simply adorable!

  188. melissa says

    November 3, 2009 at 2:58 pm

    i am in LOVE with the Kagura Sweater Dress!!!!

  189. Jen McGlasson says

    November 3, 2009 at 2:48 pm

    Cute, cute stuff! I’m so glad to learn of a new great brand. I love the Nippon Wrap Sweater.

  190. Anne at Catholic Mommy Brain says

    November 3, 2009 at 2:30 pm

    I just love nice kids clothes. It’s so fun to have a few special outfits. I usually get hand-me-downs from relatives and Craigslist for the everyday wear stuff. But this looks great for special occasions!I’d get the solid cargo pants in brown and the long sleeve robot tee.

  191. Becca says

    November 3, 2009 at 2:28 pm

    I also love Tea’s adorable clothes. The dresses are so great for dressing up or down. The Kiso Dress is my favorite right now. I’m also curious about their new line of pajamas. I’ll bet they’re super comfy.

  192. NGS says

    November 3, 2009 at 2:26 pm

    My best friend’s little guy definitely needs some of those adorable Omotesando Cargo Pants. I think that those pants, paired with a Ryu Dragon Hoodie would be the cutes outfit ever.

  193. Whitney A says

    November 3, 2009 at 1:54 pm

    I’m fond of the Kimono Robe and Wabi Cargo pants for my little guy. And I second you on the quality and fit of the clothing. My son prefers being comfortable at play. And Tea gives him that–it’s always a sad day for him when he outgrows one of his Tea shirts or pants since he calls them by name, i.e. Dinosaur shirt, pocket pants, etc. Thankfully, they have great sales. That’s the best time to stock up!

  194. Erica says

    November 3, 2009 at 1:53 pm

    What don’t I love from Tea??? I am dying to get my hands on the Kagura Sweater Dress. It is so beautiful and perfect for the dreary winter!!!!

  195. Amy @ Finer Things says

    November 3, 2009 at 1:35 pm

    My daughter would love the Jinja Floral Wrap dress. What a fun splurge!

  196. Sara says

    November 3, 2009 at 1:32 pm

    I also LOVE tea clothes! I am always so sad when my daughter outgrows one because I want to see it on her longer. For holiday dress up I love the Miko Floral Print Dress and for every day play I like the Butterfly Double Decker Dress

  197. Vesta says

    November 3, 2009 at 1:26 pm

    Satori Stripe Sweater was my fav as well, either for my 2 year old, or 5-month old. Please.

  198. AutumH says

    November 3, 2009 at 1:02 pm

    I adore the street style for my boys. My favorite piece would have to be the Edo Firefighter pullover.

  199. Erin S. says

    November 3, 2009 at 1:01 pm

    i can totally picture my son in their Street Style stuff…i like the Journey Cargo pants with the little citizen’s hoodie.

    as for my girls, i think i have similar taste as you. i love that Meiji Floral dress. I also like the Sparrow double decker dress.

  200. Cameron says

    November 3, 2009 at 12:53 pm

    I love the Boys Satori Stripe Sweater – I could totally picture our 7.5 month old son wearing it this fall and winter.

  201. Jen C. says

    November 3, 2009 at 12:51 pm

    Wow, they are gorgeous! I love them. I had never heard of Tea before. I just checked the website and love their stuff!! I really like the Hida Floral dress. It’s so pretty and would look amazing on my daughter! I really hope I win this so I can get some things from there. With our budget I couldn’t justify buying anything there. :(

  202. Melonie Collmann says

    November 3, 2009 at 12:47 pm

    I love love love these clothes! Thank you for introducing this line to me! I think the Kagura Sweater Dress and the Jinja Floral Wrap are beautiful…

  203. Lisa Coleman says

    November 3, 2009 at 12:44 pm

    Nippon Wrap Sweater from the Autumn Lights is a fave! So grown-up.

  204. Holly says

    November 3, 2009 at 12:36 pm

    I am a sucker for dressing my daughter in dresses. I love the Kiso Dress. It looks so comfortable and easy to play in.

  205. Kim says

    November 3, 2009 at 12:35 pm

    I have never seen Tea before but it looks adorable. My 4 year old would love the outfit your daughter is wearing!

  206. Erica says

    November 3, 2009 at 12:13 pm

    I’m sad that you mentioned the Meijia dress, because that (and the matching hoodie) is one of my favorites! But I also like the Ava four piece set (and lots of other stuff…). So cute!

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