Little Scandinavian

Shak-Shuka is an exclusively eco-friendly online boutique, with their unique selection of eco-friendly goodies for babies, children up to 6 and their mums. Finding the best in handmade by both large and small family-run companies, Shak-Shuka ensures that each products conforms to their ethos of using only sustainable, ethical, and eco-friendly materials. From handmade wooden toys sealed with organic oils for teething to Oeko-tex certified messenger bags for kids on the go, Shak-Shuka has the whole family covered, and making sure the environment isn’t harmed in the process.



Visit shak-shuka.com and see their extensive selection of clothes from Mini Rodini, Speesees, Lille Barn, Shampoodle, Popupshop and many more!

Photo: SS10 by Mini Rodini

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

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

Visiting the largest trade fair for children’s clothing in the UK, Bubble, was fun and slightly hectic as it should be with lots of exhibitors showcasing their coming Autumn Winter collections. I’ve used a few days now to let it all sink in, and I would love to share what I found to be the highlights with you.

I had a chance to inspect the shoes from PomPom. I had previously seen them online and read all about their philosophy about creating high quality children shoes that doesn’t cost a fortune. Super soft leather and lovely finish confirmed my expectation and I can’t understand otherwise than that we’ll be seeing a lot more of this Danish newcomer on the British market.

I had high expectations for MeMini’s collection in advance and was very happy with what I saw. We can look forward to a luxurious and subtle AW collection, and the agent could happily confirm that there had been a great response on it as well.

Lille Barn was another pleasant, and to me a new, acquaintance. The Norwegian designer was present at the fair with her eco friendly collection very much inspired by Norwegian knitting traditions. Lille Barn clothing is for children aged 0 – 6 years. Shame as Beatrice would have loved it. Améllie on the other hand can look forward to some very lovely pieces this coming autumn.
Most charming stand I visited must have been Tiny Doe from Norway. The design team could proudly present a small but very innovative collection based on a animal, this time a rabbit. And I loved their accessories. As newcomers they told me they felt warmly welcomed by both press and visitors at the fair.
The best find must however be Danish Drappa Dot. With a unusual combination of fabrics, colours and patterns the collection was very Bohemian Chic. Feminine, organic and simply gorgeous.

There was a lot of bright colours and bold prints as well, but what I found very new and intriguing was Danefaes prints; A fox and a grizzly bear captured my attention, both inspired by Denmark’s most legendary sagas.

Photo: Pom Pom