Shopping: Pig Day Picks

Talk about adorable holidays–March 1, 2016, is Pig Day! In effect since 1972, this sweet day was concocted to celebrate and raise awareness about how smart and adaptable pigs are! In fact, they are known to be gentle, loyal, and inelegant pets. Our top porcine picks for kids of all ages (with a couple cute picks for moms and dads too) are sure to have the whole family tickled pink with delight.

Estella Organic Pig Rattle Baby Toy
This handmade (in Peru) pig rattle from locally-based brand Estella is as eco-chic as it super sweet. It's GOTS certified organic and features a 100 percent cotton exterior with polyester filling. We love the delicate embroidered face and the fact that it's a different take on the classic pink pig. $20, estella-nyc.com
Land of Nod This Little Piggy Rocker
Perfect for ages 18 months and up, this sweet pig rocker from Land of Nod is lovely addition to any nursery or playroom. It's made from a sturdy wooden frame and was designed exclusively for Nod by artist Hillary Lang. $129, landofnod.com
Apple Park Pirate Pig Activity Blankie
Pirates and pigs may not seem like the most logical pairing, but they come together in the cutest way on this nautical-looking blanket from Apple Park. This 100 percent cottom blanket features teethable shapes and rings on the sides to keep baby engaged. $19.95, applepark.com
Areaware Gold Piggy Bank from giggle
Add some glitz to your nursery decor scheme with this gilded piggy bank from beloved local baby retailer giggle. And it's not just for show--apparently, there's space in this pig for up to $10,000 in $1 bills! $200, giggle.com
My Sweet Muffin Pink Pig Lunch Box from Japan
Online emporium of total cuteness My Sweet Muffin is offering up this smiley bento box container straight from Japan! The container is BPA-free, microwavable, and features a divider in the main compartment. Perfect for kiddos who like their lunch, but don't want their grapes to touch their sandwich. $12, mysweetmuffin.com
Kate Spade New York Pig Charm
Does your tween- or teenage daughter have a charm bracelet she's building? Delight her with this shimmering pig charm from Kate Spade New York! Made from 12-karat gold plated metal with a shiny faux pearl, the look is classic, elegant, and youthful. $32, katespade.com
PlanToys Pink Piggy Bank from Norman & Jules
Available locally from Park Slope, Brooklyn, toy store Norman & Jules, this little piggy is actually a bank! Crafted from sustainable rubber wood, coated with a non-toxic finish,, and colored with vegetable dyes, this bank is eco-friendly as well as non-toxic and totally fun. $15, normanandjules.com/
TokiDoki Porcino Special Edition Muddy Vinyl
The TokiDoki brand is know for its quirky and cute anime-style characters and graphics. This spiky Porcino vinyl toy is no exception. A great gift for older kids and tweens, this cutie is a special edition, so snap him up fast! $12, shop.tokidoki.it
Three Little Pigs Towels from ABC Carpet & Home
Everyone knows the story of the Three Little Pigs! And now it comes complete on a set of absorbent and colorfast towels--available locally from ABC Carpet & Home. The offerings include a handkerchief, a guest towel, a face towel, and a bath towel--all made in Japan from the softest cotton and emblazoned with scenes from the classic fairy tale. $12-60, abchome.com
Bashful Pig from the Pink Olive
This soft and cuddly little buddy is available locally at the Pink Olive in Park Slope, Brooklyn, and is sure to become your little one's new favorite toy. $24, pinkolive.com
Betsey Johnson Cotton Candy Pig Wristlet
Hey moms! We challenge you to treat yourself to a cool new clutch from Betsey Johnson! This kitcschy pig purse is equal parts whimsy and high style and is guaranteed to make a statement at pickup and dropoff! $58, betseyjohnson.com
Maileg Piggy from Perfectly Smitten
The toy brand Maileg is known for its super-precious fabric toys and dolls. This blush-hued piglet is the latest in their line of darling animal plushes. Available online from Perfectly Smitten, this little pig is awake on one side and asleep on the other! perfectlysmitten.com