What Sassy Mama Wants for January

Happy New Year mamas, it’s our first What Sassy Mama Wants for 2015! Whether you’re on the lookout for back-to-school must-haves for the little ones, or searching for gadgets to help you achieve your New Year’s resolutions, we’ve scoured the stores and trawled the interweb to bring you our favourite goodies to kick off the new year.

Vitamix 500 Professional Blender
The beginning of the year tends to be a time for resolutions and reflection. So, if like some of us, you fancy getting the family to start eating a little healthier in 2015, we’ve got the ultimate gadget in mind. Vitamix has achieved cult status in the kitchen with both professional and home chefs using their blenders to make smoothies, frozen desserts, nut butters, hot soups and more from raw ingredients in just a few minutes.

Find it: Available at Crate & Barrel, 2 Orchard Turn, #04-21/22, ION Orchard, Singapore 238801 for $802.72

Daily Necessi-Tee Faux 2pc shirt
We’re always on the lookout for stylish staples for active little boys and these t-shirts from kids’ online store Dreams Avenue tick all the boxes. Available in a slew of bright colours, these t-shirts are made from 100% cotton, making them light-weight and breathable – perfect for running around in Singapore’s hot climate.
Psst… Dreams Avenue are giving out Sassy Mamas an exclusive 10% discount from now till 31 Jan. Simply quote “SASSYMAMA” at checkout to receive 10% off your entire shopping cart! 

Find it: Available online at Dreams Avenue for $15

Mischa Weekday Tote in mint
Sassy mama fave Mischa’s SS15 collection is a veritable pick ’n mix of sweet pastel hues, and we can’t get enough of this gorgeous tote bag. Mixing bright block panels with their signature hexagonal print, the new Weekday Tote is the perfect size to hold all of mama’s necessities.
If you’re on the lookout for a stylish mama-bag, check out our top picks from style-duo The Duality. 

Find it: Available online at Mischa for $412 from 15 January.

Wolf & Rita Ana Skirt
Thanks to our wonderfully warm winters in the Lion City, we don’t have to worry about bundling littlies up in layers. Instead, we can dress our teeny fashionistas in trendy prints that are perfect for the Spring/Summer season, and we’re particularly obsessed with this cute tropical-print skirt from funky Portuguese kids brand Wolf & Rita. Plus, did we mention it’s on sale?!

Find it: Available at Nana & Bird, 59 Eng Hoon Street 01-65 S160059 for $52.50

Diptyque Paris Violette Candle
Now that the holidays are over, it’s time for busy mamas to relax! What better way is there to unwind than by lighting a candle and chilling out at home? Cult fragrance company Diptyque know exactly how to entice us and while it’s difficult to choose our favourite from their wide range of scents, their Violette candle is dreamy and delicate — ideal for those quiet nights in.

Find it: Available at Diptyque, Robinsons Orchard, 260 Orchard Road, Singapore 238855 for $80.28 

Mimilou France Forest duvet set
Let littles drift off to dreamland in these super stylish sheets from french brand Mimilou France. Featuring an adorable forest scene, this comfy duvet set is great for boys or girls. 

Find it: Available online at Piccolo House for $149

My Awesome Buddy Bento lunchbox
The new year means new back-to-school things for munchkins and this Bento lunchbox is an absolute must-have. Ergonomically designed, it comes in a soft case which means you don’t need to worry about packing oddly shaped bites for munchkin’s lunch. Plus the thick insulated material and separate compartments mean no more soggy sandwiches or lukewarm lunches! Perfect!

Find it: Available online at My Awesome Buddy for $29