The Stroller Accessory Every Bougie Baby in NYC Is Rocking This Season

• Thermal Retention: 20/20
• Ease of Use: 18/20
• Value: 19/20
• Quality: 20/20
• Style: 19/20

TOTAL: 96/100

I was hurriedly crossing Tenth Avenue one morning when I first saw her. Expensive brunette hair flowing under a Moncler beanie with Celine sunnies, a The Row trench, Veja sneakers and an oversized Acne Studios scarf. She maneuvered over the New York City sidewalks like a seasoned pro, dodging tourists while pushing her Bugaboo Fox 5 with the ease and agility of an F1 driver.

As a new parent myself, I clocked her immediately; she was a masterclass in how to look chic in the dead of winter. A cool mom, no doubt. Her babe was bundled from head to toe in what appeared to be a pint-sized sleeping bag, tiny nose barely visible amongst the faux fur appliqué. On the outside read a label, “7AM Enfant.”

I took out my phone and began to Google.

Turns out, it was the cult-favorite Blanket 212 Evolution—"the Canada Goose of stroller blankets,” my mom group quickly informed me—and as the weeks went by, I spotted it strapped to the strollers of well-dressed women all over town, from Cobble Hill to Manhattan West. As a city expat living in the suburbs, my interest was piqued.

Unsurprisingly—based on my observed sample size—the Blanket 212 comes with a pretty hefty price tag ($218 - $264), but after seeing it all over the stylish streets of NYC, I had to know if it was worth the splurge. With my eight-month-old in tow, I gave it a whirl during one of the Northeast’s coldest winters on record. Here’s everything you need to know if you’re looking to buy one yourself.

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The Blanket 212 Evolution is the best-selling footmuff from 7AM Enfant, a French-inspired high-end baby brand, that’s designed to keep babies and toddlers warm when riding in a stroller or car seat. Perfect for cold-weather climates and walkable cities, this cozy cocoon features a water-repellent shell, poly insulation and a soft, plush lining, along with adjustable features that allow it to grow with your child from infancy to preschool.

What is a “footmuff,” you ask? A footmuff (or bunting bag) is an insulated, weather-resistant, hooded sleeping bag that can attach to your car seat or stroller via an integrated harness opening. Unlike a normal blanket that can be jostled by uneven terrain or blown off in the wind, a footmuff will not budge, no matter how much your little one loves to kick.

Beloved by many, the Blanket 212 is best known for its longevity—meaning your kid won’t outgrow it in a matter of weeks. Thanks to two extension pieces, this one-size wearable can be used from six months to four years and features an anti-slip, removable back panel for ideal stroller and car seat safety. Reviewers also love that it’s durable, machine washable and can stand up to extremely cold temps.

Fast Facts

• Sizing: One size ranging from 6 months to 4 years. Expands in length with two extension pieces, as well as in width, with two position center zippers
• Measurements: 38” x 17” (without extensions; fitting 6M to 9M), 43” x 17” (one extension, designed for babies 9M to 18M), 48” x 17" (using both extensions, designed for 18M to 4T)
• Temperature Rating: up to 4°F/-20°C
• Stroller/Car Seat Compatibility: Universally adapts to all strollers and car seats with hook and loop attachments
• Care: Machine washable, water-repellent outer shell
• Additional Details: Available in multiple designs ranging from faux fur to sherpa

Normally, I’d wait for a particularly cold day to test a product like this (you know, to really put it through its paces). But in this case, I didn’t have to hold off. Most of January was spent well below freezing, with a handful of snowstorms thrown in, so I had plenty of opportunities to bundle up and head outside.