A list of things that are guaranteed to make summer come faster: 1. Booking sleep away camps for the kids (done!) 2. Booking the vacay (done!) and 3. Shopping for summer and camp toys and gear (as if you needed an excuse to shop!) Now's the perfect time to get ahead of schedule, let those happy rays of sunshine fill your cart, and stock up on everything the kids need to head to camp in style.
Cozy toes = happy feet, so make sure they snag a pair of these fuzzy flip flops perfect for bunk dwelling. ($22.50, available at Marcia's Attic for Kids, 29 N. Dean Street, Englewood, 201-894-5701)
This autograph pillow is so cuddly and cute they probably won't even miss their favorite furry friend. ($37.50, available to order from Iscream.com)
Show your camp pride from head to toe in these custom onsies. ($95, available to order from Sweet Spot Shoppe, Plainview, LI, 516-942-2639)
Words to live by? There's no such thing as too many pairs of headphones. ($12, available to order from Top Trendz)
Meet Mike, it's a microphone AND a speaker (and your budding star's new bestie) ($50, available at Lesters, multiple locations)
Does she need a camp choker? Um, duh of course she does! (price upon request, available from Happy Camper NYC email Happycampernyc@hotmail.com or 212-600-0266)
So the Rolling Stones tongue is back. Get ready to see them everywhere, including these very cozy pj pants. ($40.95 custom camp tongue flannel pjs, available to order from Likewear.com)
SPINNERS!! Addictive and fun toys for long car or bus rides - and so easy to pack. (starting at $18, available at Marcia's Attic for Kids, 29 N. Dean Street, Englewood, 201-894-5701)
Shower caddies are so 2016. Upgrade their bathroom game with these fun bathroom backpacks. ($16, available from Dennys Englewood or Ridgewood or to order online)
