New Kids on the Boardwalk
February 12, 2019 in Appaman Style, New This Season
February 12, 2019 in Appaman Style, New This Season
January 8, 2019 in Appaman Style, Mom Hacks, New This Season
Getting ready to escape the cold on a warm-weather trip with your kids? Not only do we have all-new vacation styles in our Getaway Shop, we have some top packing tips for you that we hope will help take some of the stress out of trip preparations, so you can focus on the fun.
Try on all your summer stuff
It’s only been a few months, but make sure to do a full try-on of swimwear, shorts, and any warm weather gear well in advance. Winter growth spurts can sneak by unnoticed, and you might have forgotten how stretched out or chlorine-damaged your swimsuits had gotten by the end of the summer season. Now is a great time for a refresh.
Fast forward six months
When choosing sizes for winter and spring break trips, think forward about four to six months. To get the most out of your purchases, you probably want your vacation gear to last throughout summer, if possible. That said, too-big clothes aren’t comfortable or useful, so if you’re in between sizes, opt for garments that still look cool with an oversized fit, like a pullover top, or bottoms that have elastic or adjustable waists.
Keep in mind – while 100% cotton fabrics might shrink a bit after drying, stretchy lycra or spandex swimwear will likely stretch out a little bit after many wears (to slow this down, always rinse swimsuits after each wear, wash them gently, and keep them out of the dryer)
Think multifunctional
Multifunctional, layerable clothing makes vacation packing a breeze. You’ll carry less, and be prepared for more. Here are some of our favorite tips:
Plan for bad weather
Believe it or not, it can even rain in paradise! Pack for the possibility of bad weather — many tropical destinations experience short daily afternoon showers in the spring, or might be in the middle of rainy season. Pack a windbreaker (the Expedition Windbreaker, above, will be available in February) compact ponchos, quick-dry clothes, or shoes that can withstand a splash (we love waterproof, stylish, lightweight Natives).
It’s also handy to bring a few plastic resealable zipper bags for an inexpensive way to instantly protect your phone, passport, or other paper goods in an unexpected storm or a not-so-dry boat ride.
Bring multiple swimsuits
Have you ever put on a still-damp bathing suit first thing in the morning? Yuck! Packing two to three swimsuits per person can be a game-changer if you’re a family who loves the water, especially in humid locations where air-drying takes longer.
Plus, having multiple, mix-and-match swimsuit styles gives you plenty of activity-specific options:
Put everything in packing cubes and roll-up vacuum seal bags
Who wants to spend their precious vacation folding and re-folding laundry, or digging to the bottom of a the family suitcase for a single sock? No one that we know. Packing cubes are the best travel hacks out there for sorting clothing by category or by person. You can have one for swim, one for shirts, one for pants. Or, each kid can get their own cubes, which can all pack efficiently in a shared suitcase. Nothing gets mixed up, and clothing is easy to find, distribute, and put away again. Store dirty clothes in extra cubes or in space-saving vacuum seal compression bags, which are also great for bulky or damp items.
Invest in a few light, packable day packs
Does your family love to get up and out for a day of adventure? Pick up a few ultra lightweight nylon backpacks with padded straps, the kind popular with hikers and backpackers. There are tons to choose from, they take up almost no extra luggage space when not in use. Each kid can store their own personal items for the day, with room to spare for any souvenirs they might acquire.
Have the kids pack their own things
If your kids are old enough to read and follow a to-do list, they’re old enough to help pack! Provide them with a bag, a pen, and a checklist with a specific number of tops, bottoms, swimsuits, toys, et cetera. Not only will they get to share the excitement, they’ll take some ownership of the process and learn how to prepare for travel.
Consider shipping your luggage
Strollers, gear, and actual children can quickly take up all of your free arms. If your accommodations can easily accept packages, you can inquire about shipping your stuff ahead of time. Whether it will save on baggage fees depends on the airline, but it will surely save on airport hassle, especially if you are taking multiple flights or travel with a large family. Be sure to use a trackable service with a guaranteed delivery date, or a specialty luggage shipping service, to easily coordinate the arrival.
Don’t let it stress you out
Super planners…we’re talking to you! Being prepared is awesome, but don’t worry yourself or overpack preparing for every possible scenario. In all likelihood, it won’t be the end of the world if you forget something or pack a little too light. Other than IDs, travel documents and a select few must-haves, anything truly necessary is most likely available at your destination. After all, unless it’s incredibly remote, other people live there. Clothes can be washed or re-worn. Toothpaste can be located. USB cables are widely available. Don’t let preparation anxiety get in the way of the happy anticipation of time spent together with your loved ones.
Inspired to start packing? Check out vacation styles for swim and sun here in the Appaman Getaway Shop.
October 18, 2018 in Appaman Style, New This Season
The weather is finally getting cooler and at Appaman that means everything pumpkin spice (we know) and a cause near and dear to our hearts – outerwear! Outerwear is something we’re proud to be known for and this year we have one of our most versatile collections yet! With more styles and colors than ever you’re bound to find the perfect winter piece for your kid! Consider this your easy to follow guide – accompanied with some customer feedback that had us blushing.
For keeping out the wind chill and layering with your favorite fall outfits.
3/5 snowflakes
3/5 snowflakes
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Our customers say: “Very warm and stylish – which is not an easy find!” – Zappos customer
All purpose down filled coats for every day winter wear – their down-fill make these coats super snug, while they are light weight enough to be worn during mild weather, out in the playground and piled up in the car.
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Our blockbuster Puffy Coat is available in ten colors this season. It’s water resistant and hip length. Thanks to its lofty down and feather fill, it’s not “too much” coat when the weather is milder but still warm enough to wear on the chilliest of days. This has one of our top selling coats for many years for its warmth and versatility.
4/5 snowflakes
A new addition to the all-purpose family, the Base Camp Puffer cuts a sleek silhouette, with exactly the same down and feather fill as the Puffy Coat. Think of it as the Puffy Coat’s sporty cousin.
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Our customers say: “It’s not just the quality, I love their modern twist on classic looks that never go out of style.” – Zappos customer
For when the temperatures, plummet these coats offer maximum protection from snow and cold.
Along with the Puffy Coat, the Long Down Coat is one of our top sellers year after year for its warmth, versatility, and style.
4.5/5 snowflakes
This brand new style is similar to the Long Down coat, but with an anorak look
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Our absolute warmest coat! While many of the above other coats are designed to be go-to, all-winter choices for kids who live in snowy winter climates, we recommend this one to our friends in extra cold locations when they ask about the most serious jacket we offer (Canada and Chicago fans, we’re looking at you!)
5/5 snowflakes!
“Please continue to make down filled coats! My daughter wears a down filled Appaman coat and I feel satisfied knowing that in the frigid winter she is warm walking to school.” – Appaman.com customer
October 11, 2018 in Appaman Style, Featured, New This Season
Our favorite holiday is upon us. As always, we have six new Halloween costume ideas you can build with your Appaman wardrobe. Why get something you’ll only wear once, when you can try out a new style and wear a unique costume at the same time?
Great Scott! This look is a blast from the past
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The purrrfect classic Halloween look, featuring a cozy, fuzzy sweater and all-winter hat.
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The ultimate “sign of the times” each Halloween is dressing as your favorite pop superstar of the year!
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Don’t you love the icy, shimmery material in the Fleur Dress? We do, and we think the sparkly fur cap sleeves look like magical epaulettes. Plus, with the matching fur coat, there’s no need to hide your costume under your “regular” jacket.
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The quantum of candy will be yours in this casino-worthy formal tux.
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Don’t forget the face paint! This hologram- meets-stardust look will be spotted from down the street and is great for a group.
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Do you have your own Appaman Halloween ideas you’d like to share with us? Tag us (@appaman or #appaman) on Instagram for a chance to be featured!
September 26, 2018 in Appaman News, Appaman Style, Featured, New This Season, NYC, Press, Star Style
This is us star Parker Bates put together his favorite fall pieces for some easy back to school looks.
See below to steal his back to school style.
Is that Clark Kent hanging behind the library shelves? The Shelby Cardigan in Aztec paired with the Space Dab tee in Navy is the perfect mixture of preppy chic for hitting the books.
Best part of back to school? Catching up with your friends at lunch! Parker rocks the Glen Hooded Sweatshirt in Sidewalk Plaid (already a smash hit this season) paired with the X’Cellent Fine Line Long Sleeve tee, Slim Leg denim jeans in Distressed Black. This look is rugged laid back cool at its best.
Leo season might be past but that doesn’t mean you cant keep channelling King of the Jungle well into Fall. Parker pairs the Graphic Long Sleeve Lion Tee in Black the Flannel Shirt in Baked Apple Plaid for trans-seasonal style.
August 28, 2018 in Appaman News, Appaman Style, DIY, In the news, Mom Hacks, New This Season, NYC, Uncategorized
Planning ahead your kids wardrobe for the week cuts down on time and negotiations. Appaman has all of your fall looks from sweats and jeans, to graphic tees and puffer vests.
The cooler weather is right around the corner. Which means flexible layers and comfy outfits. We’ve made it super easy. Here are six awesome pieces, five awesome outfits, one cool kid. These key pieces can be mixed and matched, creating new looks for Monday through Friday.
April 19, 2018 in Appaman Style, Featured, Holiday Style, Mom Hacks, New This Season, NYC
Now that it’s starting to heat up, it’s time to start seriously planning cool looks for summer. And luckily, we’ve got you covered. Enter: the button-up shirt, the most versatile shirt of the season. It’ll be your cool, bold, go-anywhere do-anything best friend that you didn’t even know you needed. Here, we take you through four different ways to style our fave shirt of the season.
Meet: The Summer Shirts.
So (L to R) we have:
Biz Casual (Or; for going from Very Important Meetings straight to the beach)
The simplest look – this shirt speaks for itself, so can buttoned up with shorts for a laid-back, chilled-out look. Here we have put the Benson Shirt with our Coastal Shorts, however the shirt works back with any denim or casual short. Throw on a pair of sneakers or slides and you’ll be cool as a cucumber (both temperature-wise, and style-wise).
Laid-back Layer (Or; when both shirts are so cool you wanna wear both)
When you wanna show off the tee but wanna wear the shirt as well…why not just wear both? Our collections are designed so you can mix and match tees and shirts for a really cool, laid-back look. Here, we’ve teamed the Benson Shirt with our Lowrider Tee for a really fun, bold mix of colors. To go all out, team with a bold short or even just classic denim.
Buttoned Up (Or; “What even is Smart Casual anyway?”)
One of the most baffling dress codes is ‘Smart Casual’ – because it’s literally two opposite dress codes in one. Do you wear a bow tie with a t-shirt? Tuxedo pants with a tank top? Pajamas with dress shoes? Luckily, we’ve made the distinction super easy for you. The button-up shirt is the ULTIMATE in smart-casual. It has the formality of a dress shirt with the buttons and collar, but the ease of a casual shirt with the short sleeves and bold pattern. Here, we’ve teamed the Burger Pattern Shirt with our Beach Pant and Paperboy Hat.
Formal Affair (or; Dress to impress)
Here it is – the ‘wow’ factor. Team any of the Pattern Shirts with pants and a blazer and you have got the ultimate dressed-up look. The blazer gives the look structure while the shirt provides a fun, bold pop of color. Hot tip: cuff your pants and wear with chukkas, or keep it smart with dress shoes.
There you have it – you’re set for summer! Don’t forgot to tag us on Facebook and Instagram in your best #appaman looks for your chance to be featured. Happy stylin’!
April 9, 2018 in Appaman News, Appaman Style, Featured, New This Season, NYC, Promotions
We’re so excited to announce our next giveaway! We’ve teamed up with Hypekids to offer you guys a chance to win a $200 #appaman gift card! This sweeps is available to U.S. users only. To enter the competition, simply head to Hypekid’s Instagram and follow the steps.
The winner of the giveaway will be announced on our Instagram, and contacted via DM on April 13th.
Please note: The maximum number of entries allowed during the giveaway period is one (1) per person.
Good luck!
March 13, 2018 in Appaman News, Appaman Style, Featured, New This Season, NYC
To celebrate the launch of our Summer Collection 2018, we wanted to introduce some of our favorite pieces from the collection. The line features buttery soft, light fabrics, classic silhouettes, bold colors and of course, fun graphics. The beauty of the collection is that it’s very mix-and-match – pick a top, pick some shorts and you’re ready for adventure. Check it out!
Graphics (of course):
Your favorite Graphic tee is back in a bunch of cool new colors and prints. The Lowrider Tee features a vintage, LA-inspired car print and comes in two bold colors. Team in with denim and sneakers for the ultimate summer look. As with all our tees, you can also add a fun pop of color to a formal look, and team the tee with skinny twills and a blazer. We love the Gorilla Tee, which features the king of the jungle in stunning hand-drawn detail. Little musicians will love our Rockstar Tee, and there’s nothing not to love about our Hipster Tee which features a cool graphic – we’re talking headphones, skateboards, and of course pizza. It basically sums up our summer plans in one shirt.
A Little More than a Tee:
For those in-between events, we have you covered with a range of not-quite-tees. For in-between temperatures, we love the Short Sleeve Sweatshirt. It’s a sweatshirt fabric with short, cuffed sleeves, and is a perfect transitional piece. It features the same cool Skull graphic as on our Skully Tee. The Hooded Tee is the ultimate post-beach shirt; with breathable woven fabric, a big kangaroo pocket and a super-cool hood. A slightly dressier option is the Houston tee – neutral colors and an on-trend henley neckline. Team with our Skinny Twills for cool smart-casual. For something a little different, the Chroma Tee is a vintage-inspired tee with a faux pocket and on-trend distressed look. The STAR of the summer collection is our Printed Tee – we honestly can’t pick which print we love more so we won’t. Bananas come in many forms – regular bananas, banana smoothie, banana split, and obviously, banana tee. The Monstera shirt is covered in palm fronds, and will transport you straight to the tropics. Promise.
Get Fancy:
Presenting: the perfect party shirt! Fun prints, lightweight fabric with buttons and a collar. The perfect dress-me-up-or-dress-me-down shirt! This season’s offerings feature the Pattern shirt in a Hipster print (the same one we’ve seen on our graphic tee) and a Pina print – a navy shirt with bold neon pineapples. Fun fact: we carry a dress for girls in this very same fabric; this makes for a super fun co-ordinated sibling look. For something a little more classic, the Benson Shirt comes in plaids and a fun embroidered bicycle print. All these shirts have a cuffed and buttoned sleeve and front pockets
Get Shorty:
It’s not a proper summer day without your favorite pair of shorts – our summer collection has something for everyone. For a soft short, we have the Camp Shorts and the Reef Shorts. Both feature an elastic waist, faux drawstring and deep pockets. These are one of the biggest “HOW ARE THEY SO SOFT” pieces that we do every year. The Reef Shorts are a little more structured with a zip pocket and finished hem, whereas the Camp Short has a distressed hem and open pockets. We love styling these with a graphic tee and sneakers = ultimate street cred. If you’re feeling something a little more structured, we have the Punk Shorts – a skinny-leg denim-feel short with pockets and a semi-elastic waist. A highlight is the bold Spicy Mustard color – a great way to make a statement and still be super comfortable. The Coastal Shorts are a more relaxed fit in neutral colors. Both styles are super versatile – they can be dressed up with a collared shirt and a blazer, or dressed down with a tee and sneakers. Comfort and style have never been easier.
Shop the whole collection now at www.appaman.com/new-arrivals
March 9, 2018 in Appaman News, Holiday Style, Mom Hacks, New This Season, NYC
Spring is upon us, and with it, comes a whole new range of colors, fabrics, and styling options for spring and summer boys suiting. With wedding season and spring holidays right around the corner, there’s no better to try out bright tones, soft pastels, light cottons, and bold patterns of the season.
For adults and kids alike, it’s important to choose a suit and overall look that matches the formality and season of event, but also your personal look and style. We know that it can be a challenge, we made a style guide to help you choose which spring suit styles will work for you.
While some weddings or fancy affairs may require a full traditional tuxedo, boys can get away with a wider color range than adults when choosing a suit + shirt + tie combo. While grown men might stick to traditional grey, navy, and black suits, along with a classic white shirt and dark tie, kids look great with a punch of youthful color. That said, the classics are classics for a reason — grey, navy, and black suits never go out of style and are always in season.
If you have a spring wedding, holiday event or daytime celebration coming up – don’t stress, we’ve got you covered. Our pastel suits are lightweight, breathable and come in a super cool range of colors. We love teaming the Mod Suit in Sky Slub with a pink shirt – pink is opposite on the color wheel and makes the blue suit pop. For a more laid-back look, rock an open collar and cuffed pants. To dress it up add a tie or bowtie, and top it off with a hat. You can even swap out the pants for shorts for super hot days – no matter the temperature, we’ve got your style sorted.
For you next event, we suggest going all out with bold colors, fun patterns and cool accessories. There’s so many different ways to rock our Mod Suit in Teal – dress it up with a standard shirt and bow tie or tie, or keep it casual with a tee and sneakers. Rock a colored blazer with beach pants and sneakers, and top it off with a hat for extra flair. Spring is the perfect time to experiment with bolder colors, or even just dip your toe in. Rules of fashion? Pfft. They’re made to be broken. We make our own rules.
If you’re lucky enough to be headed to a destination wedding this season, you can’t go wrong with our beach pants and beach shirts. They tick all the boxes – breathable, lightweight fabric, on-trend seasonal colors, and best of all – no ironing required! The luxe textured fabric has a natural crinkle. Throw on a blazer to dress it up, or swap trousers for shorts for ultimate laidback chic. Insider tip – we love styling the pants with a rolled cuff and sneakers.
Our Spring collection is available now on our web store.