Fashion trends go beyond the runways of Paris, Milan, and New York City. And it isn't only fashionistas who are the trendsetters when it comes to what to wear for work or play. Although the big girls and boys grab the headlines, toddlers, boys, and girls have their own sense of style.

So, what's hot this season in the boutique world of children's clothing? It depends upon the age of the children and the lifestyle they lead. Here's the lowdown on what's uptown for children's clothes:

Casual Girls and Toddlers: The women's fashion trend in ponchos has translated to girls' clothing. Pair a poncho with bell-bottom pants and a textured mock turtleneck, and you've got a winning ensemble.

Dressy Girls and Toddlers: Fabrication and embellishments are key in dressing up the little missy. Embroidered flowers and velvet collars and cuffs are in style, while satin underskirts with tulle overlays are de rigueur for little girls' gowns. Rhinestone and sequin accents make little ones sparkle when they're wearing their special occasion dresses.

Girls' Accessories: Accessories are all about texture and bling this season, with furry (faux, of course) purses or fashion handbags with rhinestones and sequins topping the list. Party hair bows are multi-color, often featuring dots, and hair scrunchies have a little extra sparkly pizzazz.

Casual Boys and Toddlers: Functionality is always at the heart of boys' fashion, and this season is no exception. Casual boys' clothing is all about graphic, sports-themed T-shirts paired with stonewash jeans. For little tykes, construction-themed shirts and logo pants, as well as graphic T-shirts featuring popular cartoon characters are the standard uniform.

Dressy Boys and Toddlers: When it's time to ditch the jeans, boys and toddlers are climbing into corduroy pants, plaid shirts, and vests or sweater vests. The toddler wardrobe may also contain a pair of all-too-cute knickers, worn with a long-sleeved white shirt and bow tie. For older boys with older occasions, formalwear means a formal tuxedo - either black or white - complete with tails.

Unless you own you very own boutique, it's difficult to keep up with the latest trends in children's clothing without breaking the budget. Fortunately, there are a number of discount children's clothing stores, as well as online resources for discount children's clothing. Finding girls' dresses and gowns, as well as boys' casual and formalwear is a breeze when, with the click of your mouse, you can find discount children's clothing online.