Little Scandinavian

Danish Småfolk (means Little people in danish) is such a well known and established brand in the UK so it might surprise you that it was founded only 5 years ago. Their use of vibrant colours knows no boundaries as their kid’s clothes throw all the rules out the window in pursuit of memorable outfits. They almost operate under the mantra that colours can’t clash if they are gorgeous enough. Småfolk love bold colours and prints that make you sit up and take notice! Created for children that want to be noticed, their collections of clothes are anything but dull with patterns that little ones are likely to remember for the rest of their lives…

Their new spring collection is packed with all the stuff you always find in a Småfolk Collection – T-shirts, pants, dresses and lots of baby clothes. But there are also plenty of news like several new dress and sweatshirt models, rainwear and rubber boots in two new colors and their popular bedding in a cream colored background throughout the 8 colors.

Little people! Get ready for lots of beautiful spring experiences with Småfolk!




Photo: Småfolk

It’s was a pleasure to discover the family run webshop Little Lollipop Kids, with its wide range of clothing and accessories from designers across the globe for children 0 – 4 years old. They stock lots of cool and funky brands such as Smafolk and Snoozy.
Driven by the desire to find slightly different clothes for her own little boy, owner of Little Lollipop Kids, Sam Bowley, stated “I wanted bright colourful prints that Luke would enjoy wearing, in organic materials for comfort, in styles that would last. After a lot of research into brands, Little Lollipop Kids was born – organic clothes that stand out from the crowd, at affordable prices.”
I don’t think I’ve mentioned Snoozy before? Swedish Snoozy have been producing a range of top quality garments for children since 1993, and launched the label Snoozy in 2007. Picture to the left shows cute and funky long sleeved blouse from Snoozy. Pink with all over giraffe print and deep pink trim. Bow detail at the top. Well made, very funky yet feminine.
Available from Little Lollipop Kids.

Little Lollipop Kids currently have a sale on. LittleScandinavian readers will get a further 15% discount on all products.
Simply enter the code littlescandi when at the checkout. Offer ends 31/03/10.
Oh, and it’s free shipping for any orders over £30. Happy shopping!

Photo: Little Lollipop Kids

Lille Barn (Little Children) has managed to create yet a lovely collection in organic merino wool, organic cotton and Bamboo. The London based Norwegian talented and most charming Reidun Oliveira is the head designer behind the brand, and for her the quality of each piece and the love and comfort the child will experience by wearing it is what’s important. She has also chosen to have all her garments produced in Europe, and yet they are still surprisingly affordable.
Lille Barn is clothing for babies and children up to 6 years. Her knitted winter collection in the softest Merino Wool is what the customers really love. But I must admit, this summer collection can not be a disappointment for all Lille Barn fans. Many items like the all in one suit shown to the left is the typical Lille Barn signature style. There is also some lovely fabrics and romantic summer dresses to be found. And many items are mix and match.
But what we are especially impressed about is the boys collection. Chunky knitted organic cotton sweaters in different colours. Comfortable shorts for those hot summer days. And we simply love the reversible jacket with matching bucket hat! Don’t miss out on this one!
Online boutique is to be launched this spring. Meanwhile there are several lovely shops that stock Lille Barn; Kidsen, Cute U Look, Squibbly Biskit, Little Bou and Yellow Lolly




Photo: Lille Barn

Winter is nearly over and the shops are having their final reductions to clear out what’s left of their winter stock. Some of the shops still have some great bargains left in their sale.
Peace and Jam has up to 70% off on clothing from 0 – 12 years from Mini a Ture, Molo, Katvig, Hollys and Elodie Details.
Kidsen has up to 50% off on clothing from 0 – 7 years from labels like Mini Rodini, Mini A Ture, Ej Sikke Lej, Lille Barn, Ida T, Molo and Katvig. Spruced Goose has up to 70% off on labels like Mini A Ture, Me Too, Molo, Melton, Okker Gokker and Noa Noa Miniature. Danish Urban Elk is having a final sale too on their AW09 collection. You can also find underwear from their Special Edition line, previously only available in Urban Elk shops.
I think that’s about talking about AW09. From now on there will be only SS10 news presented on LittleScandinavian. -Something to look forward to while it’s pouring down with rain and it’s about 3 degrees outside.

Photo: Noa Noa Miniature, by Rocket Red for Spruced Goose

The wool that many of us associate with clothing is not the wool of today. The scratchy and heavy fabric of early twentieth century clothing manufacturers has given way to the mix of wool blends like merino wool. The agony of dealing with itchy, scratchy wool has been replaced with lightweight and finely woven wools.
The advantages of merino wool are many. It’s naturally soft, and like all wool, it will keep you warm in the winter and cool in the summer. That’s because of the breathable quality of its fiber. This is just one of the things that make merino wool so desirable.

Other qualities of Merino wool are:

* It has the ability to absorb up to 30% of its weight in moisture and still not feel wet.
* Like all wool it is naturally antimicrobial, antibacterial, and antifungal.
* Dust mites do not live in wool.
* Natural durability and insulation properties
* Natural fire resistance
* Natural water repellent (rain) while having superior moisture absorbency (from skin)
* Soft and plush fibers – safe for infants
* Natural elasticity to fiber
* Little to no build-up of odor

This makes Merino wool ideal apparel for infants and children.

Norwegian brand Lille Lam was founded by two mums with the aim of providing warm and comfortable clothing for children. Lille Lam has to main lines; One for play wear and one that is more formal. Both lines are inspired by Norwegian traditional clothing, with a modern touch. The wool used in the garments is very soft and does not itch or irritate the skin. The wool is “super-wash” treated and can consequently safely be washed in the washing-machine on a wool program without shrinking or change of dimensions.

Wool is for every climate, and is in my opinion especially well suited to the British climate.

Just wanted to share my latest discovery; Danish Poppy Rose, stylish simplicity for children.

You will find beautiful and unique danish design clothes made from nostalgic and world renowned English Liberty fabrics. In addition you will find a new luxurious knit collection made from extra fine merino wool.
Poppy Rose has also launched a beautiful 100% organic cotton line guarantying that the skin of your child is not exposed to unnecessary chemicals. The organic cotton line will also be Fair Trade certified ensuring that you are part of contributing to people in the 3rd world having a chance to create a better life.

Poppy Rose’s luxurious design is both for you and the little one your heart beats for.

Picture to the left is a taste of what to expect from their coming Spring Summer 2010 collection, but I simply have to show you a few things from their Autumn Winter 2009 collection too, as I’m head over heals in love with it…

Contact Poppy Rose for more information and retailers: poppyrose@poppyrose.dk

Photo: Poppy Rose

Danish designer label Serendipity is fashionable organic wear for babies and children up to 13 years. The collections are based on Scandinavian design heritage and inspired by children playing and having fun. Serendipity uses only pure natural materials such as cotton, linen, wool and silk. All cotton and wool styles are made from 100 % certified organic yarns, the softest fabrics imaginable.
Serendipity is at present only available in one shop in the UK, Green Gauge Designs in Winchester. They will also launch a online shop greengaugedesigns.com the 22d of January. Stay tuned!

The coming Spring Summer 2010 collection from Serendipity brings back happy memories from my childhood, sunny, lazy summer days with friends. Those were the days!




Photos: Serendipity

Danish designer label Soft Gallery is about to arrive with their spring summer 2010 collection in the shops. And I’m really looking forward to it, especially since they for the first time are launching a women collection as well.

Soft Gallery are available at Kids of Luxury.

Photos: Soft Gallery

Winter Queen, ECCO. (GORE-TEX)

ECCO was founded in 1963 in Denmark and the vision was to make shoes that would follow the foot instead of the other way round. When I was a little girl, in the 1980s ECCO had an outstanding reputation for making comfortable shoes. But not necessary great on design. Then in late 1980s and early 1990s there was a change. ECCO launched kids’ footwear and dress shoes. The company also led the way in using high-tech fabrics by using GORE-TEX® membranes for enhancing a shoe’s breathability and resistance to the elements. GORE-TEX® insulated comfort footwear keeps feet dry & comfortably warm. Ideal for cold conditions and winter outdoor activities. And by the time we had Beatrice and Amélie ECCO would be our number one choice for winter shoes. The GORE-TEX® would keep them warm and dry, even throughout the Scandinavian cold winters. And without compromising on design.

Even if it’s not even nearly as cold in the UK as in Scandinavia I would still consider buying a pair of ECCO for the girls for the winter season. With the low temperatures we’ve seen so far and with the occasionally snow shower wellington boots is not always warm enough.

Read more about GORE-TEX® and ECCO

ECCO Baby

ECCO girls

ECCO boys

Find big reductions on end of season designer clothing and accessories for boys, girls and baby at The Little Pear Tree. Up to 50% off on Mini A Ture’s Autumn Winter 09 collection.

The Little Pear Tree offers a hand picked selection of clothing and accessories for babies and children up to 5 years.

Winter Sale is on at Kids In Style with up to 50% off!
Kids In Style is based in both UK and Denmark, and they stock brands like Okker Gokker, IdaT, Minymo, Freoli, Cecilie Westh, Gaia & Ko and many more.

Tiny Minymo purple check dress

Minymo bright blue anorak

Photo: Kids In Style

All Things Cute have started their Winter Sale with up to 40% off on the autumn/winter 09 collections. They stock brands like Me Too and Luna Luna Copenhagen.
Me Too is a Danish children’s clothing brand, established in the spring of 2001. It has grown rapidly ever since and today it is represented in over 12 countries. What characterises Me Too children’s clothing are high quality with a great mix of colour and pattern at competitive prices. I have had Me Too for the girls over the years, and have always been happy with the brand.
Luna Luna Copenhagen was founded by danish Heidi Maria Schwarck in 2002. She makes beautiful clothing for your pampered baby and girl up to 6 years. The dress shown to the left is one of her gorgeous party dresses, a dress that every little princess would love to own! Get it now on sale at All Things Cute.

Photo: Luna Luna Copenhagen

I recently stumbled across this gorgeous brand, danish clothing designer Rose Lille (Little Rose). They have a very romantic and nostalgic AW09 collection for both girls and boys age 0 – 6 years. (And a few gorgeous items for mums as well!) Rose Lille started up in 2007. Their concept is simple, they only sell online and only from their web shop. The good thing is that they deliver all over Europe. This is a great chance to retrieve some true unique items. Visit Rose Lille for more inspiration and gorgeous classic pieces.


photo: Rose Lille ApS
Make sure to check out boys accessories! I remember I used to have suspenders as a little girl, back in the 80’s. And I absolutely loved them. Both sixpence hat and suspenders is up for consideration for Amélie after visiting Rose Lille. I just have to check with my little fashionista.

With December just around the corner it could be an idea to check out your child’s wardrobe, and order what you need online (if you are not bothered with running around chasing for that special outfit).
I’ve started browsing, and found a few stylish in a casual way items from danish designer brand bombiBitt.
BombiBitt have bright and lovely clothes in a casual and functional way, for boys and girls at the ages of 0-10 years. Besides children’s clothes, bombiBitt also offers toys for both boys and girls; huggingly cute soft toys.
And I’ll sneak in a picture from their AW09 collection as well. I can’t resist!
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The autumn/winter catwalks this year were thronged with defiantly sumptuous fabrics, most notably velvet. Quite similar to velvet is velour, soft and cozy, only a lot more reasonable priced.
Mini A Ture have a few items in their AW09 collection in beautiful rich autumn colours and in the softest velour fabric. Have a look at oscarselk.com