When I got an e-mail with this photo, I thought it was totally adorable. So did my buddy, Joy, who has a baby girl. But my boss, who has two children, thought it was terrible to put babies in high heels.

These high heels for babies are actually soft crib shoes for 0-6 month olds. They aren't intended for walking because they will collapse with weight. The shoes sell fro $35 a pair at heelarious.com.

You tell me: Is this funny or degrading? Let's start a discussion.

I think the worst thing that can happen is your little angel's first words will be "Jimmy Choo" followed by "Manolo."

XOXO -- Shopper Girl

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When I think FAO Schwarz, I think of the Manhattan store with the miniature ride-on cars and the humongous stuffed animals, the place where the likes of Ivana and the Donald bought their kids toys.

If I was lucky enough to get to New York over the holidays, it was a treat to do a walk through in the famous toy store, but I usually left empty-handed, wishing I had been born with a silver spoon.

Now FAO Schwarz has locations in some Macy's stores, new for this holiday shopping season. The stores will carry unique FAO Schwarz toys, including their under $20 line of FAO-branded toys.

Pictured are items from the under $20 line. The 2008 FAO Schwarz Collectible Bear is $20. Or for your little readers, 'When Santa Turned Green,' the book by Victoria Perla at $15.95.

Find FAO Schwarz in the Macy's in the Town Center in Boca, the Coral Square Mall in Coral Springs, the Broward Mall in Plantation, the Aventura Mall. There are various locations in the Palm Beaches, including The Gardens, the Mall at Wellington and City Place.

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By now, you have probably seen the VW commercial where Brooke Shields accuses women of getting pregnant just so they could buy the new Tiguan. Pretty silly, isn't it?

I agree. But I must admit there are some things that may make you wonder what it would be like to dress a child in adorable kid's clothes. Team some great looking clothes with a great deal and you have the offer from ManyBabyThings.com store in Bay Harbor Islands. Starting Nov. 3, anyone who spends $50 or more at the store can get an additonal article of clothing for their child or donate it to a local charity by placing it in a bin at the store. The free items, which sell for $8 to $20 each, range from complete outfits to leather belts or bows. The campaign continues until all promotional items are given away.

ManyBabyThings.com is known for having a large range of clothing from hand embroidered classics to trendy fashions. Check out this imported designer dress with short puffy sleeved dress with hand crocheted embroidered flowers ($74.99).

The store is at 1039 Kane Concourse, Bay Harbor Islands. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Call 305- 993-6472.

XOXO-- Shopper Girl

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Looking for some good bargains? Check out the great sale at Salvation Army's Broward stores.

On Oct. 25, everything in all six stores throughout Broward County will be 50 percent off except for furniture, which will be 25 to 75 percent off. Among items included in the sale are clothing, furniture, household goods, sporting equipment, books and electronics.

All six Broward County stores will have free drawings for prizes and giveaways.

Here are the locations:

888 North University Drive, Pembroke Pines, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., 954-433 2160.
1791 W Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 10 a.m. -8 p.m, 954 463-3725.
310 N State Rd.7, Margate, 10 a.m.- 7 p.m, 954 979-6999.
2300 SW 56th Ave., Hollywood, 10 a.m.--4:30 p.m, 954 961-7523.
451 E Copans Road., Pompano Beach, 10 a.m. -6 p.m., 954 782-3925.
7707 Commercial Blvd., Tamarac, 10 a.m. -7 p.m., 954 721-0705.

XOXO -- Shopper Girl

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Looking for something fun to do with the kids this weekend? To kick off the official launch of FAO Schwartz within Macy's locations there's a big grand opening celebration at Macy's Dadeland this weekend.

Celebrated author and mother, Jenny McCarthy, will be there on Saturday September 27th at 2:00 p.m.

Children and families are invited to join the fun and activities. There will be balloon making, face painting, and other family festivities.

Children will be invited to create their own version of the FAO Schwartz Toy Soldier hat for a chance to win $1000 shopping spree. Contest held on site and all decorating materials will be provided.

Heck, I want to win $1000 shopping spree!! Can adults play too?? What would you buy if you won a $1,000 and HAD to spend it?

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Pregnant? Love the Dwell Studio line by famed designer Christiane Lemieux? So do stars like LIv Tyler, Gwen Stefani and Teri Hatcher. Now, the Target folks are hoping that preggers Jessica Alba will like the line Lemieux did for the discounter.
Alba, who is pregnant with boyfriend Cash Warren's baby girl, was feted April 6 at a baby shower at the Ever After Tea House in Studio City, Calif. Target sent her a variety of items -- such as this circle pillow and blanket..
The big question: Will Jessica keep the Target stuff or give it to the help? Stay tuned.
For more info, see target.com and starmagazine.com.

XOXO -- Shopper Girl

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Few kid items are more annoying than booster seats. They are a pain to put in the chair. They make the kid feel like a baby at the table. And they just aren't cool.

Check out this funny video for Kaboost, a device that attaches to the four legs of any grown-up chair so your child can feel like a big kid at the table. It is designed for children ages 20 months-6 years and holds up to 300 pounds. (Let's hope your 6-year-old isn't quite that big or we have a whole other problem!)

It sells for $37.95 and $41.95 with carry bag at 1,200 stores, including Target and Babies "R Us. For the four color choices and more info see www.kaboost.com.

Even if you don't have kids, check out this video. More products should be promoted with a sense of humor. What is your child really thinking? Does this work for you, moms?

XOXO-- Shopper Girl

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How cute is this? The Maryjane baby socks from Gracious Home really rock!

Can't you just see your baby wearing these?

They are packaged six pairs per set for $24.50 and fit babies up to 12 months old. They are practical as well as pretty -- the rubber bottom is non-skid. They ar 80 percent cotton, 17 percent nylon and 3 percent spandex.

Check it out at gracioushome.com.

XOXO-- Shopper Girl

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Trista Sutter, former Miami Heat dancer and lucky in love on ABC's The Bachelorette, has a new line of diaper bags being sold on eBags.com.

The Trista Baby line (well, only two bags right now) are made with eco-friendly materials, organic hemp fabric and manufactured in the USA. And in the grand tradition of celebrity-designed stuff, they retail for $145 (why, why?).

But for the next three days, they're 20 percent off at eBags. Check here.

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