Finally, as a follow up to the 2007 and 2008 listing of the very popular and often "Googled" most expensive baby strollers and clothes posts, Bellyitch presents an update post for 2009 to commemorate
This is based on independent Bellyitch research and as usual, please leave a comment if you know of a brand, company, label or designer that belongs on any of the lists.. The most maker of the most expensive product Bellyitch could uncover is listed in this post, with the runner up Designers following in the Jump (see link at the bottom of each section)...without further ado (and sparing yet another postponement)
I've edited this post so that each day this week, starting with today, there will be a new "Most" post:
Sunday- THE 35 MOST EXPENSIVE BABY CLOTHES MAKERS/DESIGNERS
Monday- The MOST EXPENSIVE STROLLERS IN 8 CATEGORIES
Tuesday -THE 9 MOST EXPENSIVE DIAPER BAGS
Wednesday - THE 12 MOST EXPENSIVE CRIB MAKERS
As previously hypothesized, those looking for THE MOST EXPENSIVE BABY CLOTHES are doing so for one of several reasons: 1. They are in the market for expensive baby clothes and are of the mind that the more you pay for an item, the better it must be. (not always true, but many times the items are often hand crafted and hand sewn and are made of the best quality materials, with durable stitching); 2. They are the assistant for a celebrity having her first child and was given the assignment to go find out what the other celebrities, preferably A-listers, are outfitting their children in; and 3. Curious. Inquiring minds want to know and many people are enamored with the rich, wealthy, and famous and their lifestyles down to how they outfit their babies.
As for the methodology, in order to be considered for the list, it not needed be an exclusive baby line, but must have options for babies as young as 36 months and of course earlier, preemies up to 3 years. And oh yeah, the line must have at least one item that cost $75.00 retail because that is a benchmark for expensive. I mean if you are going to purchase a little piece of clothes for a 12 lb child that s/he will outgrow within weeks and will pay as much for that item as most people will pay for a full grown adult version of the same item....
Without further ado, here is an update to the 2007 post. As usual, if you click on the designers logo, you will be taken to the brand's online store. The price listed is the retail price for the item shown and below that is a link of the online boutique where you can find it. If you want more, I highly recommend an invaluable source The Dashin Fashion Online site which lists the top designers and online boutique stores in a search able and user friendly format.
The list is not exhaustive and certainly, there are dozens, maybe hundreds of other lines and brands that can fit into this list, but this was an exhausting project putting together and I had my limits. Had to move on with my life! I hope you guys appreciate this! :D Please drop me a comment. I love getting them and get so few.
1.DESIGNER: Album di Famiglia
Designed by Monica Rusconi, Album di Famiglia is an Italian family affair, and its spirit is based on simple but effective values, on which its reputation has been built: the highest quality materials, chosen by the designer with the baby's comfort in mind, and tailored into cosy and practical clothes. With regard to colours, the palette is worthy of a colourist from Farrow & Ball!
BELLYITCH SAYS: I love this line because it is bright and soft and durable.
Retail Price: $180
Get it at: Estella Designed for Children
2. DESIGNER: Aletta
30 years of unique precious garments. Superbly manufactured and with very special fabrics too. Aletta fabrics are exclusively made in Tuscany where every single item is the result of expert hands of those who have manufactured them with care and love, with experience and skilled craftmanship.
BELLYITCH SAYS: This design is making a second appearance on the most expensive list. Pretty.
Retail Price: $221
Get it at: Children Salon
3. DESIGNER: Alice & Olivia 
Just because they are too young to go to the hip parties their mommas used to frequent doesn't mean they can't dress like it. Fashion darling Alice & Olivia is expanding its line of children's wear to include a handful of beautiful organic cotton and voile party dresses. Awaiting the birth of her daughter, Eloise, in November, designer Stacey Bendet found herself sketching little girl dresses at a maddening pace. She decided to make those sketches into reality by expanding her children's offering from six items last year to about two dozen for Spring. Inspired by Suri Cruise and Kingston Rossdale, the rich dresses include floral prints, ruffled skirts, and sequin tanks. While the prices may keep you from dressing your tot in the beautiful duds for the playground, if you have a wedding or a special party on your calendar, they may be worth a splurge. Source
BELLYITCH SAYS: I love the "mini me" pieces in this line. I could literally see myself outfitted in all the pieces of this line for myself. But it is no wonder, this designer is a favorite of c,elebrities, especially for the label's "bubble" dresses. The likes of Paris Hilton were often photographed by the paps in Alice & Olivia originals.
4. DESIGNER: Anne Kuris
Born in Belgium, Anne Kurris designed for the likes of Jean-Paul Gaultier & Dries Van Notten before starting the kids line that bears her name. Anne Kurris' designer children's clothing collection truly exemplifies cool kids clothes, a true artist, Anne Kurris designs her own fabrics and her prints are always sophisticated and unique. As an artist, Anne Kurris sets the trend in luxury kids clothing. The Anne Kurris boys & girls collection - ages 6 months to 18 years - is optimistic with a touch of humor and uses only natural fabrics: cotton, linen, silk and wool.
bELLYITCH SAYS: Exquisite!!
Retail Price: $140
Get it at: Estella Designed for Children
Appaman is inspired by and named after the childhood companion of founder and designer Harald Husum. While growing up in Norway, Husum befriended a corduroy ape named Appaman. Together they traveled the fields and fjords of their native land, sharing many fantastic adventures. Appaman reflects the whimsical spirit of those youthful times and celebrates the unbreakable bond between a boy and his ape. Celeb mommies such Gwenyth Paltrow, Angelina Jolie and Julie Robers choose Appaman for their little ones.
BELLYITCH SAYS: These clothes look so playful that you'd see a celebrity child frolicking on the playground in one of the popular T-shirts ,for example, and you wouldn't even think the t-shirt cost like $60 or anything! That is how cool the clothes is in this tres expensive line. Tee hee!
Retail Price:: $42
Get it at: Small Concept Online Store
6. DESIGNER: Armani Baby
Armani Jr. presents a contemporary look that combines elegance and comfort and follows the latest trends in a tasteful and refined manner. Giorgio Armani has created an award winning designer collection for children from Italy. The Armani Junior Collection, created by one of the world's leading designer houses, are created with outstanding and fresh elegance. Armani Junior is designed with ultra-luxurious fabrics making it a top selling children's clothing brand worldwide.
Retail Price: $130
Bellyitch Says: Is there any more to say, Aramani? The brand screams, no softly mumbles in your ear, A-list couture designs. Yeah...
7. DESIGNER: Baby Dior
Retail Price: $319.07
BELLYITCH SAYS: If you are going to be spending over $300 for a tiny coat that a child will outgrow in one season, will you adopt me? No seriously, this is a posh and extravagant line so would you expect anything less of its baby line? nope!
8. DESIGNER: Berlingot
This line is a classic and detail-oriented brand from France. The designer offers wonderful quality clothing for boys and girls in sizes for babies, toddlers and children up to age 10 years.
Retail Price: $104
BELLYITCH SAYS: This is very popular line and can be found sold for resale or bottom basement prices in various boutiques world wide. Fans flock to the playful but classic designs.
Get it At: Smug Baby
9. DESIGNER: Blumarine 
Blufin S.p.A is an Italian fashion house founded by Anna Molinari and her late husband Gianpaolo Tarabini. The core brand is Blumarine, which they started in 1977, followed by Miss Blumarine (1987, 8-14 year old girls), Blugirl (1995, for teenagers) and Anna Molinari (1995), which is being repositioned as their luxury brand.[2] Blumarine has been described as catering "for that brand of Italian miss for whom no dress is too small nor any diamond too big".
Retail Price:$120
BELLYITCH SAYS: These very frilly prissy twirly girls dresses are to die for. Lots of pastels and pinks. Very feminine. Not sure if its me, but if you're into Victorian prissy styling, this is up your alley.
10. DESIGNER: Bonpoint
France's designer children's clothing brand Bonpoint for over 30 years has been dressing children with luxurious and understated, traditional and modern, artistic and fashionable clothing with excellent quality and creativity. In 1975 Marie-France Cohen was inspired by her family to create Paris' first children's clothing house. Today, with over 80 stores worldwide, Bonpoint has evolved into a designer children's clothing label worldwide that is very popular with holywood celebrities, babies and kids. Bonpoint's smart chic and glamorous looks come through in subtle colors, beautiful materials and perfect cuts.
Perhaps no other country does baby clothes as well as the French (really, have you ever seen a poorly dressed French baby?) Bonpoint, with locations in New York and London, is for parents who don't want to dress their kids in a mini Juicy Couture tracksuit, and prefer something a bit more understated and classic. The boutique is famous for its party frocks and boiled wool cardigans. Suri Cruise wore a Bonpoint dress in her Vanity Fair debut, and moms like Angelina Jolie, Elisabeth Hasselbeck, and Gwen Stefani have scooped up other Bonpoint creations.
BELLYITCH SAYS: Celebrities flock to this line's clothes, so if that is your thing, outfitting your child like wealthy or rich celebs, run, don't walk to Bonpoint! Good luck!
Retail Price:$72
GET IT AT: YooX Boutique Online
11. DESIGNER: Burberry 
Founded in England in 1856, Burberry is a luxury brand with a distinctive British sensibility, strong international recognition and differentiating brand values that resonate across a multi-generational and dual-gender audience.
Retail Price:$220
BELLYITCH SAYS: This is on the top of the food chain so there really isn't much to say, but if you carry your child out in a $220 coat expect people to stop and point and stare and say, "ooh! look at that baby in that Burberry coat!" Yes, the signature plaid is the ultimate most identifiable brand patterns around!
12. DESIGNER: Roberto Cavalli
Roberto Cavalli first showed his collection in 1972 in the historic White Room of Palazzo Pitti in Florence, Italy. Cavalli has been recognized as a fashion designer who created trends instead of following them, which is shown throughout his collections. To continue his eccentric tradition, he took the Roberto Cavalli catwalk to MilanoCollezioni. Over the years Roberto Cavalli has expanded his line of fashion to include Roberto Cavalli Angels and Devils for children ages 4 years to 14 years old.
Retail Price: $125
BELLYITCH SAYS: Going out for tea or need to show off your rich baby at a country club event or for the family Christmas card, here's your line. This very high end well name brand is tops!
13. DESIGNER: Catimini 
France's designer children's clothing label Catimini is a brand apart with its determinedly creative upmarket garments for children in exclusive fabrics in trendy and refined colors. Part of the world leading Group Zannier, Catimini exalts the imagination of young and old alike. Catimini's “Atelier” collection adopts all the specific values of the line and develops an elitist, designer couture spirit for babywear and irresistible little girls and boys. Catimini is one of the best loved European lines from France. The creative Catimini Collection has exclusive fabrics within sophisticated style characterized by its affective spirit and colors. The Catimini Collection is always enhanced by embroidery and application. We just love every piece Catimini has to offer each season. Welcome to the world of Catimini.
BELLYITCH SAYS: I love the girls clothes in this line because they are ecclectic and funky and remind me of Betsey Johnson with all the color and variety of lines and patterns. Love it!
Retail Price::$96
Get it at: Forest & Zoe
14. DESIGNER: Marie Chantal
Marie-Chantal is the home of the luxurious childrens clothing and accessories collection from Marie-Chantal of Greece. The Marie-Chantal collection focuses on classic, timeless designs made from the finest quality materials whilst capturing the beauty and innocence of childhood. Since Marie-Chantal is a celeb herself, it's no surprise that her boutiques attract other celebs (she is, after all, married to Prince Pavlos ofGreece). One third of the fabulous Miller sisters triumverate, Marie- Chantal is also the mother of four young children. She has boutiques inLondon, New York, Athens and Thessaloniki, and Bergdorf Goodman and Selfridges also carry her line. The Marie-Chantal look is classic, regal and beautiful, with plenty of Liberty prints, smocked dresses and cashmere and silk. Source
BELLYITCH SAYS: The clothes in this bonafide real life princess' line look just like the clothes Prince Henry and William used to run around the palace in and so...pretty stuffy looking to me, and quite prim and proper.
15. DESIGNER: Chloe 
Chloe was founded in 1952 by Gaby Aghion, an Egyptain born Parisiene with a dark beauty and bohemian spirit. Rejecting the stiff formality of the 50s fashion, she creates soft, body conscious clothes from fine fabrics and called them "luxury pret-a-porter". Unique for their time, they are beautifully made clothes available off the rack.
Retail Price: $105
BELLYITCH SAYS: It is wonderful that Chloe's clothes is off the rack, but that only means something if you have $1500 minimum for a one time shopping spree for little Anna or Phillip. This institutional designer only makes gorgeous clothes.
Get it At: Dashin Fashion
16. DESIGNER: Coccoli
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Since it's first creation in 1994, Montreal label Coccoli has stood out both in Canada and in the United States, offering the finest essential clothing essentials for newborns, their brothers and sisters and for moms-to-be. |
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BELLYITCH SAYS: I happened to get my hands on a couple of Coccoli baby clothes and thesoftness is unmatched. The stitching was tops as well.
Retail Price:$75
Get it at: JaxChild.com
17. DESIGNER: Dolce & Gabanna
D&G Junior follows the ethos of D&G and embodies youth and fun with the styles of its clothes. Each season follows a set-named trend and is named separately for boys and girls.
Retail Price:$158
BELLYITCH SAYS: Trendy, fun clothes for babies and young children.
Get it at: Children Salon
18. DESIGNER: Emile et Rose
An exclusive range of quality babywear for girls, boys or unisex, specially designed for infants up to 12 months. Ideal as a special present for newborn babies and presented in lovely gift boxes.
BELLYITCH SAYS: What a well loved and admired line. It is commonly searched and Bellyitch visitors follow this line which is making its second appearance also on the list.
Retail Price: $69
Get it at: TrendyChic.com
19. DESIGNER: Estella 
BELLYITCH SAYS: Ooh la la! Estella!
Retail Price: $60
Get it at: Estella NY Designed for Children
20. DESIGNER: Eyespy
eyeSpy Baby is a contemporary collection of cashmere clothing for babies and toddlers. It combines a refreshingly modern approach to color, with an uncomplicated style and a luxurious soft touch.
BELLYITCH SAYS: It's nice to see an American company on the list. You can see this brand in many high end department stores in the states. Nice modern clothes. I love this dress here even if it costs more than several dresses in my closet right now!
Retail Price:$78
Get it at: JaxChild.com
21. DESIGNER: il gulfo
Il Gufo was found in 1980 by a mother of 3 children under the age of 5 who amused herself by creating her own bibs and clothing. From season to season sales grew and today Il Gufo has stores throughout Italy and has distributors worldwide. Il Gufo takes pride in producing unique hand made, high quality articles made almost exclusively from natural fibers and carefully selected fabrics.
BELLYITCH SAYS: This is definitely one of the pricier lines, but is that coat not to die for or what!? Yes, nearly $500!! wow! I can so see Zahra Jolie-Pitt or P Diddy's twins in this coat though.
Retail Price: $425
22. DESIGNER: I Pinco
I Pinco Pallino was created in 1980 by Imelde and Stefano Cavalleri. Today company has over 28 stores in Italy, France, Germany, Switzerland, Russia, Ukraine, Japan, Taiwan, China, Dubai, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Kuwait. The brand can also be found in over 400 specialty shops worldwide.
Retail Price: $289
BELLYITCH SAYS: Very high end and international. Loved worldwide.
Get it at: Children Salon
23.DESIGNER: Jacadi
Jacadi's beginnings are in the passion for childhood. Jacadi's merchandise is a European style which adapts the latest trends to classic design and allows the customer to "mix and match'' the various styles and color groups. Jacadi is a chidrenswear retail company whose collections include clothing, shoes, accessories, furniture and nursery items in newborn thru size 12 years for both boys and girls.
Retail Price:$92
BELLYITCH SAYS: This line has lots of greys and conservative clothes. More like for formal occasions.
Get it At: Dashin Fashion Online Store
24. DESIGNER: Jottum
Designed by Anky Groothof, a mother of 6, Jottum is the imaginative brand of clothing made in Edam. It owes its fame to Dutch quality and boundless originality.
Retail Price: $169
BELLYITCH SAYS: This is a very popular and well liked. The clothes are very DESIGNER. like I can see what the designer was going for when creating each piece. When I see the models wearing the clothes on the company website, they look so pretty, like little people. Reminds me of Renaissance paintings of children dressed like full grown adults...yeah, that's the feel I get. The clothes are HEAVENLY!!
Get it At: Moppet Frocks
25. DESIGNER: Missoni
Missoni is one of those Italian fashion companies that have and keep a powerful tradition when creating new products. The huge luxury empire that it now represents started business in 1953 as a small fashion studio in the basement of Rosita and Ottavio's house in Sumirago, a little town near Milan.
Retail Price:$119
BELLYITCH SAYS: The baby clothes are creative and quirky. I love the geometric shapes and exotic patterns.
Get it at: Children Salon
The Monnalisa brand name was established in 1968 and has grown into The Monnalisa group that today distributes its brands to over 50 countries worldwide through a large network of prestigious Boutiques and Department Stores, with corners and shop-in-shop, and in Monnalisa Flagship Shops.
Retail Price: $168
BELLYITCH SAYS: A lot of the clothes in this line for girls look quite Victorian which is not my thing, but it is very unique and stands out in a crowd. Very unexpected.
27. DESIGNER: Mor Mor
BELLYITCH SAYS: Very proper and conservative, but still contemporary. Beautiful.
Retail Price: $90
Get it At: Estella Designed for Children
Paper Wings was launched to create sophisticated and inspiring clothing for children that mix past, present and future design ideas. Design influences are wonderfully eclectic, with strong links to historical shapes, traditional crafts, and to both vintage and contemporary graphics. Paper Wings is a creative mix of past, present and future ideas in children product design. Paper Wings focuses on enhancing the lives of children by creating products that positively influence the way they look, feel, play and experience their environment. All pieces are designed to be every day favorites; lovingly worm out rather than outgrown.BELLYITCH SAYS: For the rock star's kid. The designs in this line rock, literally! yeah baby! LOL!
Retail Price:$175
Get it at: Forest & Zoe
29. DESIGNER: Petit Bateu 
Petit Bateau is a classic French brand offering adorable clothing for babies, boys, girls and even moms! For over 100 years, Petit Bateau has been creating quality clothes for children and women of all ages, to bring them softness, well-being, and freedom of movement. Founded and headquartered in France, Petit Bateau was established in 1893. Petit Bateau is a kids and women's clothing company widely known for their specialization in underwear and undergarments. Petit Bateau is renown for their Milleraies (a thousand stripes per meter) and the Marinière stripes. Style yourself and your kids in this classic French brand. TrendyChic brings you the latest collections in underwear, outfits, and the famous Petit Bateau tees for women.
BELLYITCH SAYS: What can I say about a brand that is featured in all the parenting and fashion magazines next to a photo of [insert A list Celebrity child] in one of its signature pieces? Nothing more. ha!
BELLYITCH SAYS: What more can be said about a fabulous line that has years of quality branding to back it up?
Retail Price:$76
Get it At: Petit Bateu’s Online Store
BELLYITCH SAYS: Cushy stuff. These clothes look just like the stuff in Baby Gap or Gymboree,but cost like 150 times more so I would guess the materials are better quality and better constructed and will last through many more washes. This is not a slam, just an observation. I didn't say overhype anything. The store stocks all the top lines so if you happen to pass through, you may bump into a preggers celebrity. I think the papparazzi stationed outside will be your clue.
Retail Price:$98
Get it at: Petit Tresor
31. DESIGNER: Room Seven
When Brecht Olsthoorn was just a little girl twirling around in dresses her mom made, she had no idea that she had her Mother's talent. Brecht's mom was the founder and creative force behind OILILY. In 1994, Brecht realized her talents and created her own whimsical path to Room Seven.
BELLYITCH SAYS:I love the colors and the whimsical stylings of the clothes in this line! Yummy!
Retail Price: $135
32. DESIGNER: Sarah Louise 
Established in 1969 by Leonard and Diane Given in their livingroom in Liverpool, England, Sarah Louise has now developed into an international organization. This range of clothes, created with the style concious child in mind, includes fashion for girls and boys, baby wear, coats, dresses, outdoor clothes and everything for special occasions.
Retail Price:$147
BELLYITCH SAYS: Cute formal clothes. Great for Christenings, Baptisms, formal photos, but to be taken off dry cleaned and rehung promptly afterwards. Wait...unless you get the layette pieces then washing is probably appropriate! LOL!
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3. DESIGNER: Tammy Donohoe
Founded in 1999, by Tammy Donohoe, and orginally commited to the creation of layettes and knitted clothes, the Tammy Donohoe’s Brand now produces some of the finest and most endearing baby & newborn pieces on the Market today. All pieces are handmade, using soft cottons and cashmere, but at the same time being practical and wearable. Tammy started work as a freelance designer at Burberry Spain, followed by spells of modelling at pre-a-porter Paris and also assisting with VIP publicity at the Barcelona Olympics. Currently the Brand sells in some of the most desirable stores and locations in Europe.
BELLYITCH SAYS: Such fun pieces! Love this line!
Retail Price: $220
Tartine et Chocolat, is above all a style. Simple and refined, modern and yet close to tradition, at Tartine et Chocolat, children stay little children and babies are real babies. Refreshing styles, an eye for detail, exclusive fabrics and patterns, harmonious colours the Tartine et Chocolat style is inimitable. Tartine is the purveyor of exquisite clothing for children and stands alone in its representation of luxurious purity. Distinguished designs, impeccable detail and the finest of fabrics are used in creating this unforgettable collection of clothing.
Retail Price: $129
BELLYITCH SAYS: This clothes are tres preppy. Lots of browns, natural tones and greys. Nice and conservative pretty collection. Lots of stuff for boys.
Get it at: Forest & Zoe
35. DESIGNER: Wowo
WOWO, designer clothing for children from 3 months to 12 years in a very pop, a mixture successful retro-minded, ethnic and graphics.
Retail Price: $154
BELLYITCH SAYS: What an innovative designer. Very retro looking stuff. You really have to check out the high fashion bikinis in this line...for babies and kids! Imagine! And if your little man is going to be in a $200 suit, he better be earning his keep by, I don't know, performing in diaper commercials or something! Yes indeedy!
Get it at: Little Fashion Gallery
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I love the little bubble dress. Not very practical for a kid, but it is cute nonetheless!
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