Winter break is around the corner and those of us lucky enough to escape to warmer climates are busy making lists and packing. Whether you are going HOT or COLD, here’s a few great pieces that you can really enjoy. We chose them because they pack light and look great and who doesn’t want a few new things to freshen up your old summer wardrobe or your existing winter wear…

This printed tolani tunic (as seen on Jessica Alba), straw hat and beach bag just came in. It just screams Aruba, Bahama, come on pretty mama!

Love this Ella Moss resort top that looks good on a beach as well as out and about.

These shirts are great layering pieces whether you are out in Colorado or Miami. Comes in every color you can dream of.

White skirts for those hot nights…We have Hard Tail, Avenue Montaigne and Blank NYC in all sizes. Don’t wear last years white skirt that may not look as crisp anymore next to your soon to be tan skin..pick up a new one that’ll carry you over for this summer.

A fun playful top that packs great, perfect for lounging around.

A yummy poncho sweater for those going COLD.

Here’s wishing everyone an incredible, fun and always fashionable vacation wherever you go! When you return stop in to see all our Spring lines as they are coming in daily.

100% Kids is located at 485 Central Avenue in Cedarhurst and of course you can find us online at www.100percentkids.com

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Reprinted from www.isthismodest.com and written by Leah Helfgott

Meet Allison Josephs. Her blog, Jew in the City, was nominated for Best Religion Blog at the Blogger’s Choice Awards. Her video, “What to Wear on my Hair?” has been viewed over 40,000 times on YouTube. (see video below)

Allison describes herself as, “one Orthodox Jewish woman breaking down stereotypes about religious Jews and offering a humorous, meaningful look into traditional Judaism.”

(Recently Allison’s stylist Sharon Langert (aka. Fashion-Isha) came to 100% Kids to see if she could find some great Modest and Cic looks for Allison’s next video. Stay tuned….)

We chatted with Allison about modesty and Judaism.

LH: What is the basis for modesty in the Jewish religion?
AJ: The idea behind modesty, or tznius (in Hebrew), in the most basic sense, is about privacy. It’s not about shame or looking unattractive. It’s the idea that some things are not meant for public consumption. Because of that, Jewish modesty is not just about how we dress, but also about how we behave, what information we share or don’t share with the larger world. It’s a sense of discretion that seems to have been lost on a society full of reality tv shows!
LH: Is modesty for men as well, or just for the women?
AJ: Modesty is for both men and women, though the rules are not exactly the same for each gender and I think it’s because Jewish law understands something about the female and male condition when it comes to sexuality. Women are generally more interested in showing off their bodies (think tank tops, miniskirts, and plunging necklines) than looking at scantily clad men. Men are generally more interested in looking at women’s bodies (ask yourself which magazine has more readers – Playboy or Playgirl) than showing off their own. (Most men – even in the heat of the summer wear shirts to around their elbows and shorts to their knees.)
Because of these natural inclinations, while women have some restrictions on what they can see of a man’s body, they’re more restricted in what they can show of their own. Similarly – although men can only show more of their body than women can, they’re allowed to see less of women’s bodies than women can see of theirs.

LH: We see Orthodox Jewish women wearing skirts and long sleeves. Is this the norm? What exactly are the rules?
AJ: There are different opinions in Jewish law when it comes to most issues which mean that different communities have different things they do (but all have some basic agreement). The most basic sources about modesty that you can find in the Talmud mention covering the “shok” – which is the leg (including the knee) and covering the “z’roa” – which is the arm, covering the elbow (although some say only until the elbow). Most communities cover the collar bone as well, since it’s an easy place to make a boundary, (though it does not have a source in the Talmud as the leg and arm do). Some communities like longer skirts and sleeves and have stockings also as part of the norm, although these are stringencies and not basic law.
Regarding the skirts – this is a bit of a discussion. There’s no law in the Talmud that says “women must wear skirts” – but at a certain point in Jewish history, the overall community of observant women made a decision to not wear pants. One reason is for modesty, as pants show the separation between the legs; another reason was to have an identifiable way to dress as a Jewish woman. Because the skirt thing is less clear cut than the sources from the Talmud – you will find Orthodox women out there who cover their arms, legs, hair, but wear baggy pants.

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Leah Helfgott writes for In Fashion, a modest fashion magazine (www.InFashionFT.com). She is an Orthodox Jewish woman and a mom of 2 from New Jersey.

Hip. Quirky. Fashionable.

These three words not only describe the ella moss collection, but its founder and designer, Pamella Protzel Scott. An LA girl at heart, Protzel Scott’s vision and unique style have made Ella Moss one of the fashion world’s hottest contemporary collections in just a few short years. After college, Protzel Scott was hired by Moise Emquies and began working for him at his company, Mo Industries. For the next 3 or so years, Protzel Scott worked with Moise on Leopold (a t-shirt, home and intimates line) until they decided to join forces and create Ella Moss (named after Pamella’s nickname “Ella” and Moise’s nickname, “Moss”). Designed to be comfortable, fashionable and casual, but with a bit of an edge, the brand reflects the personalities of its creators.

Within just a few short months, Ella Moss began generating significant buzz and was literally catapulted into fame when Protzel Scott designed a green striped cotton dress that was worn by Sarah Jessica Parker’s character Carrie Bradshaw on Sex and the City.

Protzel Scott’s inspiration for that dress – and many subsequent designs – is indicative of the feel of the collection as a whole and what she describes as “flowy femininity with the comfort level of a t-shirt.” Today Ella Moss has a strong celebrity following and is often seen on the likes of Gwenyth Paltrow, Jessica Alba, Cameron Diaz, Kirsten Dunst, and Liv Tyler, who love the line’s bright color palettes, simple shapes and soft, wearable cottons.

Jessica Alba wearing one of our ella moss faux fur vests.

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100percentkids.com is proud to carry Ella Moss’s line and plan on adding more pieces very soon!

Avenue Montaigne, located between the Champs Elysees Avenue and the Seine river banks, is the most upscale shopping avenue of Paris. Avenue Montaigne is also the name of an incredible brand I just discovered at 100% Kids, a popular children’s clothing store that has been around over 20 years in Cedarhurst and has in the past few years started carrying women’s clothes. (website: 100percentkids.com)

Since a large percentage of 100% Kids fashion forward clientele in the orthodox neighborhood of the Five Towns wear more modest styles, walking in there is an orthodox women’s dream. There are so many great brands to choose from such as Hard Tail, Joe’s Jeans, Ella Moss but my all time favorite is the huge selection of Avenue Montaigne skirts that hit just at the right place by the knee where modest meets chic.

So today I decided to put together a few looks keeping modest in mind based on my three absolute favorite Avenue Montaigne skirts (The Pleather, Light Wool Camel and Blue Denim). First I want to say that these skirts use the most exquisite fabrics. You can tell the tailoring is impeccable. When you put on an Avenue Montaigne skirt you know it will wash well and maintain it’s shape. The denim and pleather also have a “spanx” like quality that seems to hold you in in all the right places.

Look One: Boho Chic
I love this look because it’s fun, funky and doesn’t scream modest. I can see myself strolling down a village street and fitting right in. I am wearing the Avenue Montaigne blue denim skirt ($158) that has no bulk, no pockets, no seams and fits like a glove. Hits me right by the knee too. (pictured with: Ella Moss Fur Vest $260, 3/4 Sleeve Splendid Navy Shirt $58, Cheveux Fedora $48 and Linea Pelle Leather bag $400)

Look Two: Comfortably Sexy
The Camel Avenue Montaigne light wool skirt is a wardrobe staple. It can be worn in so many ways and with so many different colors. Gray, red, black, brown…I love how it hugs your curves without revealing too much.  (pictured with: Ella Moss striped sweater $118, Cheveux Fedora $48, and Linea Pelle Leather bag $400)

Look Three: Daring but Darling
Again I’m wearing the Camel Avenue Montaigne light wool skirt and am pairing it with a fun leapard sweater and belt. The Snug Tank is a great piece because it also holds everything in. This is a fun casual look that is great for running about town without looking too overdressed. (pictured with: Acrobat leopard cardigan $128, Snug Tank Top $40, Cheveux Fedora $48, and Linea Pelle Belt $198)

Look Four: Sleek & Chic
My favorite piece in the collection is this Avenue Montaigne Pleather skirt. It fits beautifully, looks like the real deal and is an absolute wardrobe essential. Oh the things you can do with a pleather skirt! Here is a more dressy look where I pare it with a sparkly black sweater. (pictured with: T Los Angelos Sweater $188, Snug Tank Top $40, Cheveux Fedora $48)

Rumor has it that 100% Kids is looking to continue to grow their modest and chic collections of clothes which is great news for all of us who love fashion but have a hard time finding the right choices.

To see the entire collection of Avenue Montaigne skirts sold exclusively at 100percentkids.com click here. Make sure to click “view all” so you don’t miss a single one.

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