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Petite Chou Chou's 6 Must-Haves for Summer Camp

Katie Sanford, co-owner of Petite Chou Chou, has six items that she recommends for kids attending summer camp this year.

  1. Keens are waterproof sandals with closed toes, great for camp because they're "supportive like a sneaker," Sanford said. The shoes are priced at $56 and are available for boys and girls of all ages.
  2. Sunglasses offer UV protection for the eyes and are available in many colors and styles for $24.
  3. Elastic hair ties can double as bracelets, won't pull hair and come in a variety of colors and designs. Sets are available for $5-10.
  4. Beach tunics are another staple that can double as dresses, and the cotton fabric is easy to wash after a long day of play. Petite Chou Chou offers several styles and colors for $39.
  5. Neon-colored shorts and tank tops are "fun, age-appropriate" undergarments that are meant to be shown, Sanford said. The items are priced at $15.
  6. Glitter tattoos are offered in-store to all customers free of charge, but Petite Chou Chou also sells sets for $20 that can be used on rainy days or taken to camp to share with friends.

All items are available at Petite Chou Chou, located at 5 River Rd. 

Now through July 4, mention "Lyla" at the register to donate 15 percent of the sale price to Lyle Theoharides, a 5-year-old Wilton resident who was recently diagnosed with stage 4 cancer.

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