Online and in the shops

* Holy orders: A recent survey for TK Maxx found that over a third (35%) of Irish parents surveyed agreed that the most important thing about what a child wears on their Communion day is that they like it, followed closely by value for money (31%) and over 40% do not plan to spend any more than €100.

Communion dresses for girls aged six to 10 years in a variety of styles are now available in TK Maxx stores nationwide with prices from €26.99 for this Criss Cross pearl dress. This year there’s also a selection of smart chinos, shirts and jackets for boys aged six to 10. Visit www.tkmaxx.ie for more information and to locate your nearest store.

* Baby bag bloom: Orla Kiely’s signature stem print has been given a spring overhaul in the new SS13 handbag collection, now available from Kilkenny stores nationwide. The Orla Kiely Daisy Stem Baby Bag Scarlet, €213, will carry all your baby essentials, with a zip compartment at the bottom for easy access to emergency supplies and also includes an Orla Kiely changing mat; www.kilkennyshop.com.

* Junior jumble: The Baby Market returns to Cork on Sunday, January 27 offering more quality pre-loved baby goods for a fraction of the new price. Sellers can rent a stall to sell their own items for €25, or individual items can be dropped off and sold for a 25% commission. Local vendors can also book a stall for €25-€45. The event will be held in St Finbarr’s GAA Club, Togher, between 2 and 5pm; €2 entrance fee with door proceeds to St Vincent de Paul. For more details visit www.babymarket.ie

* Snuggle-bug: Keep your little one cosy in this cute Ladybird Fleece (0-18mths), €14 from Next. There are even socks, €5, shoes and bibs €7, to match. www.nextdirect.com/ie/en