That Dope Mom Guide To Encouraging Individuality With Little Miss Matched

Have you guys ever heard of Little Miss Matched? If not I highly suggest checking them out! They are a girls lifestyle brand that inspires girls to "BE BOLD and to HAVE FUN all while being themselves!" 

At first sight, I thought to my self, now this brand screams Aya! She loves to express herself through clothes and this is something I noticed at a young age. Mismatching patterns, bright bold colors, yup this was definitely right up her alley. Aya is the kind of kid that owns the costume of her favorite characters, not the dolls. No costume no worries she will create the look with whatever she has in her room at the time. I mean I guess its fitting that she's been saying she wants to be a fashion designer since pre-k. For a while, I would say Aya those socks don't match, that shirt doesn't go, try a different jacket and her response would always be but I like it. Then one day she just straight up asked, "If I like it why can't I wear it?" and I really didn't have a response. It was a well put together outfit it just wasn't what I wanted her to wear. I've always told her to be her, to not follow trends but set them. I've always promoted the importance individuality with my words but my action spoke differently. Now don't get me wrong as a mom I have to step in at times, we not wearing flip-flops in the snow and hoodies in 90-degree weather, I'm not trying to have sick babies, but if the outfit is appropriate then why not let her do her thing? Some days she only wanted to wear tutu dresses, some days she wanted to wear all black and on other days miss matched socks, and that's completely OK. 

As I learned more about Little Miss Matched I realized while Aya loved the look I loved what they stood for. I'm all about a brand that uplifts our youth and encourages our girls to be confident in who they are. As a mom, it's amazing to see my little girls embracing their individual styles and having fun while doing it. Little Miss Matched core value is all about celebrating the uniqueness of girls everywhere and that makes me not only excited but proud to stand behind them. I'm always looking for a teachable moment with my littles, even when shopping. With all that being said they have the cutest items ever. Everything from fun jewelry to bedding! My girls love their mismatched socks, ombre leggings, fun backpacks, even their little journals. Feel free to browse their Instagram here for fun inspirational looks and check out their website here to shop! Oh, and the holidays are quickly approaching you can't go wrong with a gift from Little Miss Matched