I am currently previewing summer 2012 children’s fashion ranges and I am seeing one shade come up again and again, hot orange, for boys and girls, its currently the favourite of all the bold brights for next summer, beating hot yellow, vibrant green and Yves Klein blue by a strong margin.
Going to the supermarket reminded me of another time of year when orange is the key colour as all the pumpkin deliveries are now in!
Here are a few class items from the fashion shows at Pitti Bimbo 73 earlier this year.
Simonetta dress for kidswear summer 2012, you can't get hotter than this!
Silvian Heach Kids funky boyswear with a hot orange print for summer 2012
Fendi, sharp little girls dresses with a slightly darker orange shade for summer 2012
Cool sweat styling at Guess Kids for summer 2012
Another scorching shade from Simonetta at Pitti Bimbo 73
Even the normally restrained Calvin Klein Jeans have orange tops in their neutral collection
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My London Girl will be launching with a store in Westfield later this year in time for the Christmas season hoping to catch girls aged 3-12 in time for the party season with a fashion range made for both owner and doll designed by David Charles.
Well known as a designer of girls party dresses stocked in upmarket boutiques and Harrods for many years now and an exhibitor at the Pitti Bimbo fashion fair in Florence, David Charles is a well established name but this must have been his most unusual task of all.
Inspired by a US concept doll store where the Mini Me dolls are attached to a full on lifestyle branding but with a more fun and relaxed attitude for the UK, the range is produced by child educator Kathryn Fleetwood-Neagle and her husband Paul Neagle.
The 42cm dolls are available in seven different skin tones and with 25 outfits and there are fourteen baby dolls too, prices will start from £40 for the baby dolls, £79 for the 49cm dolls and outfits from £20 for dolls and from £35 for the girls themselves with a whole range of additional accessories. I will post an online link when it becomes available.
My London Girl, initial range for launch later this year in Westfield.
My London Girl, girls outfit available from the store at Westfield for Xmas 2011
My London Girl doll in matching outfit to child's from late 2011 in Westfield
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It was a fast and furious few days, here are some of my favorite pictures while I try to suss out the trend directions for next summer’s children’s fashion seen at the trade fair Pitti Bimbo.
Red headed beauty 1, seen backstage at Simonetta. Italians love red haired models and for some reason there seem to be many in Florence
Red headed beauty 2, this boy is one of the most popular catwalk models at Pitti Bimbo seen here at Calvin Klein
Swim chicks hanging out at Fashion from Spain show at Pitti Bimbo for summer 2012 kids fashion
Just love those swim hats, seen at Miss Grant for summer 2012 at Pitti Bimbo 73
Great striped styling from Simonetta girls fashion for summer 2012
Classic Italian styling at Miss Grant, some ruffles, some lace, some sequins, some pearls for summer 2012 kidswear
A quiet moment waiting backstage at Guess Kids fashion show
The view from the front row isn't always as clear as you would like it to be! Next year iPads?
Joy as the confetti rains down at the Monnalisa fashion show in Florence
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Pitti Bimbo 73 children’s fashion for summer 2012
June 24, 2011
Just a quickie today that I will try to add to if I have the chance.
Monnalisa show last night as well as Fendi, Versace, Il Gufo and so many more. Full reports next week but here is a preview sketch from Monnalisa, polka dots still strong for next summer then! Pictures will be online shortly from Pitti Bimbo.
Sketch Monnalisa Spring Summer 2012 in Florence June 2011
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There are all sorts, trilby’s, beanies, wooly pull ons, caps, trapper hats you name it there is a style to suit every shape for next winter.
Plus with Ski style and mountain influences a hot trend D&G have even produced their own ski helmet and goggles for kids.
Chanel eat your heart out, you didn’t get there first on this one!
Seriously though a hat is often the small accessory that absolutely makes the outfit on kids, they are really cute and when the weather is really cold make sure that not too much heat escapes from those growing brains.
Traditional Scandinavian styles by Ugly children's clothing from Norway for winter 2011
Fun hats from Belgium designer Anne Kurris for kidswear winter 2011
D&G Junior Ski helmet and goggles for children winter 2011
Noa Noa knitted balaclava for children winter 20011
Soft furry earmuffs at Miss Blumarine
Motorbike helmets at Blauer Junior for boys winter 2011
A horsey cloche at Miss Grant for girls
Logo mania for beanies at Fendi for kidswear winter 2010
Photos with models all from Pitti Bimbo, still life by Smudgetikka – all rights reserved.
The modern state of Italy as we know it was formed 150 years ago and today is a public holiday in Italy for celebration.
Italians are fantastic at many aspects of design including children’s fashion and hold the most extensive and visited kids fashion trade fair twice a year in Florence at Pitti Bimbo.
So, for today a little celebration of the best of summer 2011 from the best Italian children’s fashion labels.
Fendi boyswear, childrenswear was launched this summer for the first time for Fendi
Sweet summer top from Miss Blumarine, always the first catwalk show at Pitti Bimbo in Florence
Monnalisa with an unusual mix of fun oversized Tutu skirt and Chanel style jacket
Simonetta have sweet white decorated dresses for girls this summer
Simonetta have made a T-Shirt to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Italy
Miss Grant focussed on lots of ruffles for girlswear this summer 2011
Gucci boyswear had khaki chic with wrap around scarves
I Pinco Pallino always show delicate embroideries for summer, here with nautical touches
One of the classic Italian family businesses is Il Gufo, always great quality and luxurious fabrics.
Pastel sweet dresses from Roberto Cavalli Angels
Superb Gone Fishing look from Fendi for summer 2011
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Pitti Bimbo 72 children’s fashion for a/w 2011, a personal portfolio
January 23, 2011
Such a busy 3 days and much to absorb at Pitti Bimbo in Florence for next winter’s kids fashion styles. I will be posting on trends and such like over the next weeks but here to begin a selection of my personal photos of the all fun of the fair!
I hope you like them. Catwalk pictures, stands and events are available to see on the Pitti Bimbo photo gallery.
Glitter rainfall finale at Miss Blumarine, Pitti Bimbo 72, Florence
Stomping yeti boots at Miss Blumarine, Pitti Bimbo 72 in Florence
Cable knits and dry ice at Elsy catwalk, kids knitwear trends for winter 2011
Cool tweenie band at Ice Iceberg fashion show at Pitti Bimbo 72
Watching the big bouncing balls at Ice Iceberg children's fashion show finale at Pitti Bimbo 72
Snow boots and glitter catwalk at Miss Grant children's fashion show at Pitti Bimbo 72 for winter 2011
Waiting for the show to begin at Monnalisa, Stazione Leopolda, Florence, Jan 2011
Alien spacecraft at Silvian Heach children's fashion show, Pitti Bimbo 72 for winter 2011
Boys fashion at Silvian Heach catwalk show for winter 2011 at Pitti Bimbo 72
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Pitti Bimbo 72 new children’s fashion trends for autumn/winter 2011
January 19, 2011
Quick preview today before the start of the Pitti Bimbo fair in Florence tomorrow tomorrow of the new kids fashion trends from Simonetta and Roberto Cavalli for next winter 2011.
Simonetta leather jacket and floral prints for winter 2011 children's fashion
Simonetta cool sequin top and quilted shorts for winter 2011 kidswear at pitti Bimbo 72
Simonetta Mini cute spotty dress for winter 2011 parties for toddlers
Roberto Cavalli Devils winter 2011 party outfit for boyswear
Roberto Cavalli Angels snake print jacket and embroidered jeans for winter 2011 girlswear
Roberto Cavalli Newborn leopard baby, begin as you mean to go on, go go Roberto!
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Children’s fashion trade shows for winter 2011, it all starts soon, here is a run down
January 5, 2011
Its that time of year again, Kidswear kicks off a new season in January with the trade shows for children’s top fashion brands showing next winter 2011. For those still to book or unsure what to visit here is a rundown of what is on when;
Jan 16th – 17th – Kleine Fabriek in Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Jan 20th – 22nd – Pitti Bimbo 72 in Florence, Italy
Jan 21st – 23rd – Fimi in Valencia, Spain. An unfortunate overlap there.
Jan 23rd – 25th – ENK Children’s club in New York, USA
Jan 29th – 31st – Playtime Paris, France
Jan 30th – 31st – Bubble London, England. Another overlap which is a shame.
Feb 3rd – 6th – CPH Kids in Copenhagen, Denmark, also CIFF Kids at the same time.
Feb 22nd – 24th – Playtime Tokyo, Japan
Showing at Kleine Fabriek is this knit collection by the English brand Teeny Tini, their quirky styling seems to be a good fit for the Dutch trade fair and I love these pictures.
Teeny Tini patchwork knit children's top and pantee shorts
Teeny Tini knit dress by J.K.Lange
Teeny Tini knit sundress for children by J.K.Lange
Teeny Tini patchwork dungarees, showing at Kleine Fabriek trade fair
Teeny Tini dungaree styling from J.K.Lange
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One of the best selling Italian brands in the UK is Monnalisa.
Its a well established label that concentrates on both occasion wear and high end fashion styled clothing and always picks up on current trends but in a very commercial way which has helped it to survive many seasons.
It has one of the most prestigious fashion shows at the Pitti Bimbo season for buyers and press usually an evening event with a buffet. A closer look at some of the accessories the line produces is below.
Quilting still a key trend for aw 2010
Cool military inspired children's bag
Alpine inspired baby booties
Monnalisa mummy bag available now and aw 2010
Beautiful silk padded baby sleeping bag
And then a catwalk shot to finish.
Cool catwalk looks for aw 2010
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