Little Scandinavian

During Copenhagen Fashion Week this August at CIFF Danish shoe brand Bundgaard launched a collection of organic children’s footwear, following the trend with all things organic.

It’s the British designer Penny Leese that’s behind the collection. Leeses lives and works in Denmark and she has created her first shoe collection within the brand’s philosophy of creating comfortable footwear that works with the natural development of children’s feet.

The organic collection offers two styles of sandal, three styles of shoe and one style of slippers, all available in red, brown and blue and will be in stores from spring 2011.

Bundgaard is own by one of the oldest and largest shoe manufacturer in Denmark, Sanita Footwear and are well known in Scandinavia for creating high quality footwear for children (similar quality as Bisgaard and Angulus).

We have had Bundgaard sandals for the girls and we were very happy with them. Would love to try out the organic collection too!

Photo: Bundgaard SS11

Holiday is def over and both the school run and the children’s birthday parties are back on. Amélie wore gold from top to toe to her friend’s 6th birthday party today, a knitted dress by Mini A Ture AW09 and leather Mary Janes by Bisgaard Sko SS10.


The light and dark golden colours work very well together. And the dress with it’s balloon shape reaching only down to her knees was very convenient whilst having fun in the bouncy castle!

Photo: Bisgaard Sko AW10 and Mini A Ture

Bisgaard is a Danish Brand of children shoes (previously known as Cocomma), with innovative design, superior materials and good fit. They have a simple philosophy about making room for creativity and imagination -and children’s feet. Because healthy feet are happy feet!

Photo: Bisgaard Sko AW10

We met this little fellow in a playground near Soho yesterday, extremely cute and adventures, playing imaginative games with a few new pigeon friends he had made.

Dressed very comfortable and yet with an understated urban style in danish clothes -in fact after a quick chat with his mum I found out they were danish!

This little guy was wearing a cool tshirt from Molo and shoes from Portuguese label RAP, a brand that has been available in Denmark for more than 30 years. I’m not quite sure about what jeans he was wearing, but I really liked the casual turn-up style.

How to get the look:

Any funky stripy or and bold print t-shirt from Katvig or Molo will work.
We recommend I Dig Denim or Rockefella jeans but any favourite comfy pair is perfect.
Choose leather sandals of good quality, like Angulus or Bisgaard.

Available in shops very soon are the Autumn Winter 2010 news from Bisgaard -among them are their very trendy biker boots. These boots with their soft skin, low heel and buckle detail follow all the right trends whilst being very comfortable.


Photo: Bisgaard at House of Kids

There’s still lots of great finds in the sale. Make sure to get hold of those summer essentials to bargain prices!
Had a quick browse this morning and found a few of my favourite items.

Cute polkadot Gwen lilac bikini by Mini A Ture for girls age 2 – 8 years. Was £20 – now £10. Available at peaceandjam.co.uk


Heathered grey butterfly Zoe jumpsuit by Soft Gallery 3 – 6 years. Was £69.99 – now £41.99 . Available at nordickids.co.uk


Green big elk organic t-shirt by Urban Elk 6 years. Was £21.50 – Now £15.05. Available at nordickids.co.uk
Bisgaard Mont T-Bar Shoe in Taupe sizes 20 – 26. Was £63 – Now £44.10. Available at iglookids.co.uk

Kidsen is such a lovely shop! You do get a true Scandinavian feel here; They have an impressing selection ov everything from kids fashion to furniture and design from all our favourite Scandinavian brands. They have the most friendly and helpful Scandinavian girls working in the shop. The shop in its self, being so contemporary bright and airy, that for a moment you actually think you are in the land of midnight sun again.

Pictures shows what Amélie is wearing today, purchased at Kidsen yesterday; White tull dress from Swedish brand Mini Rodini and gorgeous silver leather Mary Janes from Danish favourite brand Bisgaard.
Little Scandinavian highly recommends all Londoners (and visitors) do drop by this Scandinavian treasure in Kensal Rise.

Igloo Kids have not only launched summer news but also a completely new webshop. And LittleScandinavian likes both!
The website is plain and functional with lot’s of tempting news from Bisgaard, Mini A Ture and Louie Louis to mention some.
Picture to the left shows Elif T-Bar Shoe in Pink Silk from Bisgaard.

This is how Karen Bailey, the founder of Igloo presents her shop

So, as well as stocking known brands, we actively seek out interesting and different ranges of goods from around the world and our product range is constantly evolving. Oh yes – and so are my children, who are now 8 and 7 years old. And I hope that your children enjoy their own Igloo journey too.

I’m sure they will Karen!

Photo: Bisgaard

We’ll almost think summer is here with temperatures over 20 degrees this weekend. And it’s definitively time for spring and summer shoes!
Children’s feet grows quickly both in length and with, in average 15-18 mm per year. So it’s important to measure your child’s feet often and at at least every second month.

I’m a bit mad when it comes to this and measure my little Scandinavians at least every month because I’ve experienced that they suddenly can do a growth spurt.

Picture on the left shows gorgeous open toe sandals from Bisgaard in this seasons fashionable coral finish that any girl will love.
Made from 100% leather these are soft, comfortable, hard wearing and long lasting.
Available in EU sizes 26 – 31 at £49.99 from Kidsen.co.uk

Read more about Bisgaard or visit Bisgaard online

What to consider when buying new footwear for your child:

- Measure the length while your child stands. Add another 10-15 mm to the foot and you’ll have the length of the inner sole of a shoe that fits length vise.
- I prefer shoes that has a round tip and low heel and that are made of leather or fabric that breaths.
- It’s recommended to always try on the shoe before buying, to make sure it fit in the with as well. But if you know the with of your child’s foot, and you know the brand you are buying, it’s not too risky purchasing online either. Also several of the online shops offer a return possibility in case they don’t fit (or you don’t like them after all).

Bergen is one of the most beautiful cities in Norway, and is really worth a visit. In addition to stunning nature, delicious seafood and friendly people they also have great shopping.
One of my absolute favourite children fashion shops is located in Bergen, Min Engel (My Angel).

Min Engel, founded in 2003, stock sought after Scandinavian design for children, everything from clothing and shoes to interior items, toys and accessories. Labels you’ll find at Min Engel is Bisgaard, Chill Norway Christina Rohde, Gulp, Lille Barn, MeMini, Mini A Ture, Molo, Noa Noa Miniature, Norlie, Petit Nord, Ticket to Heaven, Wheat, Lisbeth Dahl and Maileg.
It’s run by the two “angels” Gunn and Hilde, two lovely ladies who know all about customer services in addition to being update on the latest fashion for our kids up to 12 years.

Some spring news, dress from Rohde and matching shoes from Bisgaard.


Min Engel have a lovely and very unique shop you can visit. If you do not happen to be in Bergen you can visit their online shop. Or simply follow their very inspirational blog. They flash some seriously nice pictures of all items they stock in the blog.
If you spot something you want you can simply email them with your request and they will be happy to help.

Photo: Min Engel

Bisgaard, because healthy feet are happy feet. And especially happy with wearing danish Bisgaards fabulous Spring Summer 2010 collection. They have shoes and sandals to fit every child’s individual foot and taste.

See the entire collection at bisgaaard.dk
Or visit Kidsen.co.uk who are receiving Bisgaard news in these days.

Is it possible not to love this collection?



Photo: Bisgaard Sko

A modern day retelling of the classic story “The Frog Prince”. The Princess and the Frog finds the lives of arrogant, carefree Prince Naveen and hardworking waitress Tiana crossing paths. Prince Naveen is transformed into a frog by a conniving voodoo magician and Tiana, following suit, upon kissing the amphibian royalty. With the help of a trumpet-playing alligator, a Cajun firefly, and an old blind lady who lives in a boat in a tree, Naveen and Tiana must race to break the spell and fulfill their dreams.
With release date the 5th of February, calling all little princesses and frogs to the cinema!

The Princess…



Canja gold cardigan from Mini A Ture, ballet tutu from Noa Noa Miniature and princess crown from EventyrCompany.

Photos: Rose and Robin and Noa Noa Miniature

The Frog…



Long sleeved frog top from LipFish, jeans from Molo and green shoes from Bisgaard.

Photos: LipFish, Coo Coo Mashu and Nordinary

With the sale that is still on it is the ideal opportunity to complete the wardrobe of your little ones at a very low price on the best of Scandinavian fashion brands that are known for quality, reliability, and originality.
Nordinary is a french online shop (with English text) offering everything from children’s clothing to children’s toys and furniture, with Scandinavian brands like Babushka, Bisgaard, Celavi, Duns Sweden, Green Cotton, Hjorth, Holly’s, Maileg, Mala, Melanies Masker, Moonkids, Petit Lilo, Sebra, Smafolk, Swedish Hasbeens and Urban Elk.
Picture shows an unbelievable sweet gingham dress by danish brand Petit Lilo. The dress is short sleeved in pink and white cotton, closed on the front by seven red buttons. Lightly gathered at the sleeves. Available from 3 to 8 years. By purchasing this garment you support orphaned girls from Arni, India.
Used to be € 64. Now on sale € 32.

Photo: Nordinary

I think we just have to face it, the selection of clothing for boys is not as great as the selection for girls. It has become a lot better, but still we can get tired of cargo pants and stripy and printed tees. It’s hard to find boys clothing that really stands out.
The Scandinavian designers are really striving to do something with that, by using the highest quality fabrics (and of course organic cotton where possible and Fairtrade) with a lot of attention to details. They take pride in making clothes allowing children to be children. The clothes are fun and playful yet functional and comfortable, something active boys knows to appreciate.

Moose T long sleeve top from Mini A Ture is a good example of what cool, trendy tops should look like for boys. A cut out shape of a grey moose’s head on a vibrant blue background to the right of the tee, available from Nest. Oh! And did i mention it’s on sale for only £11?
Pair it with jeans from MarMar Copenhagen (available from Nordic Kids), belt from Rebus and rough leather shoes from Bisgaard.

Bisgaard is a Danish Brand of children shoes (previously known as Cocomma), with innovative design, superior materials and good fit. They have a simple philosophy about making room for creativity and imagination -and children’s feet. Because healthy feet are happy feet!

I came to know them when they were known as Cocomma. I saw a pair of Bisgaard in a small boutique in Oslo, and I was immediately impressed by the quality and the design. With the soft leather and very trendy look in my hands I couldn’t possibly resist buying them. And it was true value for money.

Silver boots with a zip, size 26 -36 Rp £124

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