2021 HOLIDAY GIFTING INSPIRATION for Children
Curated by Fête Chinoise Team
Photography c/o Featured Brands
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It is an extra special year, as we begin to emerge from the pandemic and gather again with loved ones. Many friends and family may have added a new little family member to the clan, and you might have not seen some little nephews and nieces since two holidays ago!
Let us inspire you with some refreshing ideas for babies and children that are bound to light up their faces! Thoughtful, well made gifts can last generations in the family vault!
Our editorial team and committee have come together to hand pick some distinct gifts for the season. Some of these selections are gifts that our own Editor-in-Chief has received and enjoyed with her little one!
Enjoy your long awaited holiday time with family and friends.
Sending good tidings for the season,
The Fête Chinoise team
fashion
Hunter | Kids First Disney Rain Boots
$85 CAD
Something fun you can gift for the slushy days out! The limited-edition, fully waterproof Hunter X Disney Mickey Mouse Wellington Boots are designed for little explorers. With a grippy sole and heel, these pink rain boots are made from natural, vegan rubber with a soft cotton lining. Each pair is finished with an exclusive illustrative print of Mickey Mouse.
Amelia Lee | Bear Forest Rain Jacket
$80 CAD
For the kids who want to be a part of a lighter footprint on the planet. In a new bear forest print, this jacket is great for those rainy, cold days and muddy puddles splashing outdoors. Designed with waterproof fabric, this sustainable jacket is made from 28 recycled plastic bottles destined for landfill. Lined in striped soft organic cotton, our contemporary prints bring a whole new look to eco-conscious outerwear.
Hunter |Kids Disney Moustache Umbrella
$60 CAD
If you liked the boots, pair it with this limited-edition Hunter X Disney Mickey Mouse Umbrella. Crafted with a large waterproof canopy that’s printed with an exclusive Mickey Mouse graphic, this umbrella is designed to be easily opened and closed by little hands. It’s an essential for mini adventurers exploring the outdoors even in the rain and its large canopy makes sure they stay dry.
Nobis | Little Taylor Kids Parka (Black)
$550 CAD
A great choice for the little nature lover. Little Taylor features deer applique detailing on the front patch pockets. Using only certified Canadian Origin White Duck Down and our signature breathable membranes, Nobis jackets optimizes fill power to warmth ratio by uniquely working with your body’s own heat for a perfect insulating environment against the elements.
Moncler | Odile Down Jacket
$545 CAD
For the little girl who is born into a style-loving family. The Odile down jacket has a precious feminine details for both special occasions and for going to school. Designed to add an elegant touch to a girl’s wardrobe, this Moncler staple is crafted in shiny nylon laqué and is characterized by its A-line silhouette with ruffle hem detail. Its hood and down quilting means optimal comfort and warmth.
Moncler | Fleece Playsuit
$415 CAD
This coverall for baby girls combines soft faux shearling fur and a cozy design to deliver maximum protection on a freezing day. Soft and comfortable, this style is crafted in stretch fleece and showcases faux shearling fur inserts.
G.O.D | Kids Knot Button Hoodie, Prussian Blue
$80 CAD
Great for special occasions, gift a traditional jacket! All of G.O.D.’s kid’s jackets all have distinct traditional Chinese elements mixed with contemporary fabrics (cotton and polyester bblina) to create the perfect hoodie. The mandarin collar and Chinese knot buttons complement the vibrant-coloured fabric and a hood.
YI-Ming | Kids Goldfish Denim Oriental Jacket
$880 HKD
A collaboration with House of Avenues. Festive goldfishes are printed on this traditional oriental jacket. Matte gold buttons at front as an accent. Adult version of the same style is available.
G.O.D. | Chinese Garden Cushions
$44.7 CAD
Add a touch of Chinese culture to their bedroom. Great for the teenager who is starting to understand style and culture, and needs a napping pillow for those long nights of homework and studying.
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toys + accessories
Hasbro Marvel Legends | Shang-Chi And The Legend Of The Ten Rings
Shang-Chi 6-inch Action Figure Toy With Bo Staff Attack Feature!
$20.97 CAD
The dream of a superhero that changed the game. Gift this collectible Shang-Chi figurine to any youngster who had a chance to watch the Marvel film and who looks up to Simu Liu in how he represents the Chinese-Canadian community!
Kidsquad | Bentley 12V Ride on - Pink - R Exclusive
$549.99 CAD
Gift their first Bentley. Pretty in Pink, this showroom painted Rolls Bentley with leather seats comes fully loaded with everything for that a girl could want in a car. Max weight 66Lb (typically 3 - 7 yrs old). 2 speeds, forward and reverse
Peg Perego | Ducati Gp Moto-Bike
$499.99 CAD
Give the gift of excitement with this moto-bike. Made in Italy. The Ducati GP includes working horn and roaring engine sounds. The handles are covered with anti-slip rubber; the right handle is also used as the accelerator, and is equipped with training wheels.
Areaware | Cubebot Natural Colour
$399.99 CAD
Feed their imagination and creativity. Cubebot® is a wooden toy robot inspired by Japanese Shinto Kumi-ki puzzles. Made from wood and elastic, Cubebot can be positioned to hold dozens of poses. When it’s time to rest, Cubebot folds back into a perfect cube. A classic toy for all ages that will endure generations of play.
Milton & Goose | Essential Play Kitchen
$649 CAD
Kids love to follow the footsteps of their adults, especially when imitating cooking and meal prep. Whether your mini is whipping up an original recipe or taking first place in an imaginary cooking competition, Milton & Goose’s Essential Play Kitchen is the perfect canvas for imaginative play. A beautifully solid piece to be enjoyed day after day, this little play kitchen is as gorgeous as it is safe.
Vilac | Vintage Car
$199
Any child will enjoy this beautiful ride-on toy designed in the shape of a vintage racecar. Vilac, a French company has been making heirloom children’s toys with an old-world attention to detail since 1911. Featuring a sturdy, painted steel body and chrome grill, along with moveable front wheels that make steering easy, this vintage car is guaranteed to inspire hours of fun, and makes a great decor piece for the grown ups.
Fendi | Micro Junor Scooter
$1695 CAD
A great gift for young teenagers. Designed for kids aged 8 to 14, with a front light usable in constant or intermittent mode. With height-adjustable handlebars (up to 102 cm), this scooter bears all the hallmarks of FENDI’s brand, from the all-over tobacco FF logo on the footdeck to the classic “FENDI yellow” colour on the handlebars and the touch of FF on the front.
KIDO | Glow In The Dark Magnatab
$34.99 CAD
Parents know how hard late night winddowns can be. Kido Limited Edition Magnatab is a large glow-in-the-dark board and stylus that brings an exciting new dimension to nighttime play. Erases with the tip of your finger, or by swiping across the beads with the side of the stylus.
Kinderfeets | Pikler Triple Climber Triangle
$299.99 CAD
A popular choice for young familes, for all gifting occasions. The large Pikler Triple Climber Triangle has 3 different sides for climbing: with ropes, wooden stepping blocks, and dowels. Crafted using responsibly-sourced birch plywood and beech wood, it’s al sustainable option for mobile little ones exploring their adventurous side safely indoors. Through physical developmental play, children gain muscular and cardiovascular strength, build self-esteem, improve gross motor skills while building imagination.
Baby Jives | Butterfly Garden Mobiles, Prink/Golf Floral
$296 USD
A wonderful gift for the nursery. This hand-crafted butterfly garden mobile is created to enchant with a collection of handmade butterflies that glimmer in the light and spin with the slightest air movement in the room.
Louis Vuitton | Vivienne Music Box
$4,200+ CAD
Gift the very first Louis Vuitton heirloom trunk in the form of a music box! The most poetic of gifts, this mini-trunk in iconic Monogram canvas opens to reveal Louis Vuitton’s charming Vivienne figurine dancing to music. A delight each time the lid is lifted, it is also a functional object, which can be used to store trinkets and jewellery gifted at a young age.
Shanghai Tang | Chinese Zodiac Copiticks - Tiger
$115 USD
Help a child to lean in on their culture. These chopsticks are unique utensils and you can select the pair based on the zodiac of the child. Each pair of chopsticks from this collection is topped with brass statuettes of one of the Chinese zodiac animals. Crafted from quality wood and given a sleek matte finish in Shanghai Tang’s signature vivid colours.
Swell | Azure Forest sip bottle
$19.99 CAD
Help them get into the reusable culture of sustainability at a young age with a S’well bottle. Explore an enchanted (winter) forest of color with Azure Forest, a vibrant spin on the classic wood print.With its bright colors and whimsical patterns, S’ip By S’well® makes sipping at home or on the go easier and stylish. Perfect for cold water or juice.
CASDON | Dyson Ball Toy Vacuum
$44.99 CAD
Take your little one’s role playing to a new level, because they love to do what the grownups do! The Dyson Ball Toy Vacuum makes helping around the house even more exciting and realistic for your child, making them feel like part of your world while also developing essential life skills.
Happy Dim Sum Game | Happy Dim Sum Game Festive Edition
$27.99
For the young board game and card game lovers. This limited-quantity special edition includes all the components of Happy Dim Sum and a bonus set of vintage-styled Festive Daily Special Cards which may be used in place of the original Daily Special Cards.
books
Eyes That Speak To The Stars
by Joanna Ho
$23.99 CAD
Add to their little library with this beautiful book available for pre-order, startingJan 4th, 2022, from New York Times bestselling team Joanna Ho and Dung Ho. Eyes That Speak to the Stars is the companion to the acclaimed Eyes That Kiss in the Corners.
A young Asian boy notices that his eyes look different from his peers’’ after seeing his friend’s drawing of them. After talking to his father, the boy realizes that his eyes rise to the skies and speak to the stars, shine like sunlit rays, and glimpse trails of light from those who came before—in fact, his eyes are like his father’s, his agong’s, and his little brother’s, and they are visionary.
Tastes of Lunar New Year | Written by Cheryl Chepusova, designed by Isabel Foo, and illustrated by Mori Chiang.
$20 USD
Gift this playful book for the holidays, so that they have it in time for Lunar New Year. The book represents 12 unique dishes celebrating Lunar New Year around the world. Tastes of Lunar New Year is inclusive of regional customs from China, Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Vietnam, and Korea. This book is suited for readers ages 3-6 and is also available in a bilingual English and Traditional Chinese edition Written by Cheryl Chepusova, designed by Isabel Foo, and illustrated by Mori Chiang.
Ferris Wheel Press | A5 Sketchbook
$28 CAD
Notebooks and sketchbooks make a huge difference in a growing student’s world. Inspire them to write, draw, take notes in class and journal their feelings with a beautiful hardcover sketchbook from Ferris Wheel Press. The A5 size is great for any sized backpack and to carry around for versatile purposes.
art & crafts
Polaroid | Polaroid Now i‑Type Instant Camera ‑ Keith Haring Edition
$189.99 CAD
The gift of art and perspective. In celebration of Keith Haring’s life, art, and spirit, Polaroid created a special edition Now camera and film pack featuring his iconic art. This series is an evolution of the original Polaroid OneStep cameras from the ‘70s that made photography effortless for everyone.
Lego | Story of Nian
$109.99 CAD
Collectible Traditional Festival LEGO construction toys make wonderful, educational gifts for kids and anyone interested in Asian culture. Since Lunar New Year is on February 1st, and these are always in high demand, order your lego early so that after Christmas, they can build this scene right away! Kids can recreate the Story of Nian with this colorful LEGO® building set.
TOI 圖益 | Lion Dance Art Puzzle 国风艺术舞獅拼图
$109 RMB
Puzzles are great gifts, especially this year with many families celebrating at home and avoiding crowds and parties. Gift a fun puzzle about Chinese culture that is uniquely shaped like a lion from the dance!
Gucci | Coloring pencil set with Double G
$955 CAD
Luxurious and functional, give the gift of colouring pencils to encourage their creatvitiy. Inspired by school stationery from the past, this set of twenty coloring pencils is presented in a roll case crafted from the Gucci’s monogram canvas. This beautiful set might last them until high school!
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