Little Scandinavian

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

A playsuit is by definition a play outfit usually consisting of shorts and a blouse, sometimes in one piece, that is often worn by children.
There were several designers creating beautiful playsuits last year. And a quick look at the spring summer collection 2010 reveals that the playsuit is here to stay, at least for now.
I can’t really make up my mind which one I’ll choose for Beatrice and Amélie. But I’ll for definitivt consider both playsuits from MeMini and Petit by Sofie Schnoor.


Photos: MeMini and Petit by Sofie Schnoor

It’s already December, and by now most Scandinavian babies and toddlers, in fact most children up to school age will be dressed in a snowsuit when outdoors. There are some great snowsuits on the market, and every year they are thoroughly tested for water resistance, durability etc for parents that want to be sure that their little one can stay warm and dry when playing outisde.
In Norway the children would wear wool tights, socks and top , and wool or fleece one suit and a waterproof rain set on top. Wool products warm and insulate children’s bodies in both cold and wet weather. Wool also regulates body heat, keeping children comfortable on milder days. Scandinavian children usually change from rain sets to snowsuit when the temperature drops down to a few plus degrees or less.
There are a lot of Scandinavian snowsuits on the market. Didriksons, Fransa, Hollys, Hummel, Katvig, Lego, Mini a Ture, Minymo, Molo, Name It, Småfolk, Ticket To Heaven, Ver de Terre and Wheat to mention some.
Of all the Scandinavian brands I think Ticket to Heaven is very nice. But Wheat has some very nice ones as well. Katvig and Molo has a bit more trendy retro look. In other words something for every one’s taste and need.
A colder climate requires warmer clothes. However it can be quite cold in the UK as well. And a few british shops do stock proper snowsuits.Nordic Kids stock a few, from Molo and from Mini Rodini. Rose and Robin stock snowsuits from Cupcake and Molo.
Viking Kids stock some very warm snowsuits from Didriksons and Isbjorns of Sweden. This is probably the snowsuits you would consider if you are going to visit Lapland this Christmas.

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We are sneak peaking on MeMini’s coming Spring Summer collection. This spring MeMini will be available in UK for the first time. Looking forward to see the rest of this collection, in shops and online shops!

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The “Molly to Rose Flower” blouse by MeMini from their Girls Style Autumn 09 collection is just gorgeous with so many details and in beautiful autumn colours. The blouse is in heavy cotton, easy to iron and Amélie just loves it!
This blouse is available in sizes 92cm – 140cm. Retail price in Norwegian online shops is approx £45.

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Congratulations to Heidi and Neil with their beautiful little princess, Millie Kae.
Millie Kae inspired me to show some newborn clothes.

MeMini have just launched their knitwear for autumn 09, and with a newborn who can resist to purchase any of this gorgeous items?

I have contacted MeMini regarding retailers in the UK. So far there is none, but there is an agent working on it, and hopefully MeMini will be available in UK shops from 2010. I will keep you posted.

from the Autumn Winter 2009 Collection

www.memini.no

First designer to be published on this blog is Kristine Vikse with her beautiful, norwegian nostalgic designer wear MeMini for children age 0 – 10 years (50cm – 140cm).

MeMini is high quality baby- and children’s wear designed in Norway. The first collection was presented in spring 2006, and was an immediate success! Using timeless colours and materials this clothes is easily combined with other brands as well as vintage children clothing and accessorize.

Hoping to see this lovely items in the UK very soon. I’ll keep you posted!