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Soft organic merino wool next-to-skin children’s underwear

Scandinavian mum — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 08:00:19 +0000

We’ve had frosty mornings in London lately and both girls are now in itch free wool underwear underneath the School uniform, keeping them warm and dry throughout the day. We’ve mentioned Lilli & Leopold before, with regards to staying warm and dry with wool underwear. The girls wears the essential off white tank top, the long sleeved top and leggings; Little A has a beautiful dusty pink set in size 7y and Little B has a blue set in size 10y, slightly more grown up. Lilli & Leopold wool underwear are true to size and do not shrink much. The wool garments are produced under organic conditions and is so soft and luxurious that it can be worn next to the skin of even the most delicate babies and child as it’s naturally non allergenic and itch free, while at the same time giving a durable fabric which will endure numerous washes, by hand or on a wool program 30C using detergent designed for wool.
We think wool underwear is essential in any wardrobe especially when the temperature drops down to only a few plus degrees.

© Photographer Tommy Normann for Lilli & Leopold
See the list of retailers here. Also, do check out our recommendations on how to dress your child in layers to keep warm.

Itch free silk and merino wool children’s underwear by Janus

Scandinavian mum — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 08:00:27 +0000

The Norwegian company Janus has produced wool garments since 1895 and are mostly known for their itch free wool underwear. Here’s little A, Our very own Easter Bunny, wearing her pink princess wool top with laces. Due to demand and increased popularity they’ve now launched children’s wear as well. As the temperature drops in the UK it was a warming news that Janus wool clothing for children is available in the UK. Here are a few warming news; Little Scandinavian’s favourite picks for the autumn winter season.

The non-itchy temperature regulating Tipsy Baby Wool Dress is made from a combination of wool and silk, making it soft and comfortable. This is a highly practical garment, being a combination of a long sleeved baby body and a gorgeous girls dress at the same time -with buttons at the crotch for easy changing. The design takes inspiration from older Janus design traditions – the hen print. Wear it with wool tights for a warm, snug and beautiful outfit. Purple 3 – 24 months £26.

Then you have the The Tipsy baby long sleeved body with the same outstanding features as the Tipsy Dress. It warms and protects your baby’s body in chilly weather, as well as controlling temperature and providing comfort. Wear it with tights and a skirt or trousers. The body is highly practical with two buttons at the crotch for easy changing. Available in brown or purple, Purple or brown 3-24 months £18.50

The combination of the warmth and comfort of merino wool with gorgeous lace has made the Wool Lace collection so popular. The temperature regulating top will feel soft and comfortable against your child’s skin. 2-5 years £17.50

The temperature regulating Non Slip Baby Wool tights are made from merino wool, soft and cosy for your baby. The practical non slip feature will support your child’s first attempts to crawl and the also make his very first steps a bit more safe. A simply must have! Blue, pink or lavender. 3 – 36 months £9

Warm and dry with wool underwear

Scandinavian mum — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 14:45:18 +0000

I couldn’t help thinking about wool today. It was drizzling on the way to school and properly pouring on my way back home. Luckily I was dressed in wool, so I stayed comfortable, warm and dry.
With weather like what we have now it’s nothing more comfortable than wool or wool mix underwear. For our children as well.
I spoke with a pregnant friend on the phone this morning. She was listing up her shopping list of baby gear that she want to have sorted before the little one arrives. We were discussing newborn clothes and she was asking questions like “How many baby grows do I need to start off with” etc. And my mind kept wandering off, again thinking off wool.
I think the following would be on my shopping list for any newborn; Wool underwear from Norwegian brand Lilli & Leopold. Soft organic merino wool. So comfortable with such a sweet expression. When only the best is good enough.

Photo: Lilli & Leopold

17th of December, winner of boys underwear set by Lilleba

Scandinavian mum — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 00:01:53 +0000

The winner of 17th of December and a underwear set for boys by Lilleba is MrsAgatha! Congratulations! We have sent you an email!

Will you please forward your full name and address to us on: post@littlescandinavian.com and the set will be on it’s way to you!

Lilleba is a Norwegian design lable that produces nightwear and underwear for the whole family that is environmental friendly and delightful to wear. Soft, elegant and cool nostalgy.
The clothes made out of bamboo fibres, which keeps you warm and dry is in particular good for those with sensitive skin or atopic eczema. They are PH-neutral and do not contain formaldehyde. Bamboo absorbs moist, ventilates and is heat regulating. It is grown without any chemicals which contributes to a CO2 neutral production. A wonderful gift to yourself or to the ones you love!

Clothes from Lilleba for mums, dads and little toddlers with love and care for people and the environment
-when only the best is good enough! Visit lilleba.no to see more.

This high quality underwear set for boys is made of bamboo and cotton and is UV50+ protection, anti bacterial, PH Neutral, heat regulating and excellent softness and wearing comfort. Size 98cm. Retail price £48

See more posts about Lilleba.

Lilleba is available in UK online at Nordic Kids

Christmassy and colourful Smafolk

Scandinavian mum — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 09:00:22 +0000

When we think about Scandinavian Christmas we tend to think less is more, keep it simple. Let’s go white and red or perhaps green instead of red. And a dash of silver? But not all Scandinavian brands are all things white…

Celebrate a vibrant and colourful Christmas with clothing from danish children’s fashion label Smafolk (Little People).
They have an extensive clothing line with anything from bedlinen and underwear to outerwear. Make sure to check out their wind resistant outerwear too for the coming snowy season, that will in line with the rest of the collection definitely brighten up your day!

Photo: Smafolk

Lilleba – our first choice

Scandinavian mum — Sun, 31 Oct 2010 08:30:04 +0000

Norwegian company Lilleba uses bamboo and soy to produce their clothes. Bamboo and soy clothing is made from a natural product that’s breathable, has outstanding anti-bacterial and moisture wicking qualities, and is luxuriously soft making it suitable for everybody from newborn babies to adults.
This utterly luxurious fabrics combined with a design clearly inspired by Scandinavian heritage and traditions makes Lilleba a first choice for underwear and nightwear.

Lilleba has won several design prices in Norway and Scandinavia, not only for the beautiful design, cut and finish but also for caring for the children and the environment. www.lilleba.no

Photo: Lilleba

LUDD baby’s exclusive basics

Scandinavian mum — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 11:24:11 +0000

Swedish design, created in Spain, made entirely in the European Union. All materials are selected for their quality and the baby’s comfort using fair trade 100% organic cotton and the garments are health and safety certified.

Order LUDD online from www.luddorganic.com
You’ll receive your LUDD garment in a container made of recycled materials.

So not only the best of the best for your baby but also the environment.

Photo: LUDD

Pure underwear -pure joy

Scandinavian mum — Fri, 07 May 2010 10:47:16 +0000

Wear bamboo and soy – wear the absolute best. Lilleba offers underwear for children that has the ultimate in design, comfort, and look.

Clothes worn against the skin should be soft, with a minimal amount of seams and free from itching tags. The Norwegian design team Silje Sivertsen and Nina Eikerol combine Nordic traditions and a clear cut look with the most modern qualities. They also consider a safe production of clothes under conditions favourable to people as well as the environment.
This underwear is especially recommended for children with sensitive skin or eczema. As for soy, besides being soft as cashmere, it is a vegetable protein fiber with qualities similar to those of wool. It is also UV protective 50+. The fabrics do not contain formaldehyde, which can cause both allergy and cancer.

Amélie and Beatrice has a underwear set each from Lilleba consisting of a spaghetti strap vest and matching briefs. And they are so excited about how soft it is, how warm and dry they feel and the cut and style -we simply have to get hold of more! It’s not the cheapest -but well worth it.
I’ll definitely be considering Lilleba’s nightwear collection while I’m at it. And maybe something for mummy too?!?

Photo: Lilleba

Smallstuff for small people

Scandinavian mum — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 07:00:44 +0000

Danish design company Smallstuff make children’s clothing like nightwear, underwear and long sleeved t-shirts. They also make high quality interior, toys and accessories -all for little people.
Smaalstuff have three colour coordinated main lines;

Classic, soft underwear and nightwear for children aged 0 – 14 years made after the Oeko-Tex Standard 100. With matching accessories.
Knit and crocheted accessories to the nursery in beautiful colours, that will add that little extra to the bedroom.
Toys especially made to encourage imaginative play.

Visit their site for inspiration. Soon to be available with English text…

Photo: Smallstuff

Not exactly utterly hilarious trends?

Scandinavian mum — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 11:24:47 +0000

Playing dressing up in mummy’s high heels, tottering around the bedroom is one thing. Or even wearing Cinderella shoes while playing the princess at home.

But actually going out in public in your own pair of heels when you’re barely three years old? And not only once or twice for that special occasion, but more on a everyday basis? And then your mother thinks you should, because you love them, and that they can’t be too damaging, since they where bought in a dance shop?

First I was thinking that this was some mad celebrity stunt, that wouldn’t affect us “ordinary people”. It was therefor with shock and horror that I recently discovered lots of sparkly high heeled tiny shoes in one of the high street accessorise shops.
And then you have the extremely funny, completely soft, shoes for babies 0-6 months, designed to look like high heels. What’s the point? What’s wrong with being a baby whilst you still can? An I do certainly not find these shoes hilarious! Only sad.

Then a supermarket giant launched padded bras for girls as young as seven. The “bust-booster” bra was sold alongside vests in the supermarket’s seven to eight-year-old range.
Another supermarket was also marketing black lacy underwear to nine-year-old girls.

The Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams, said children were being psychologically damaged by inappropriate “sexy” clothing and toys.
Christopher Cloke, head of child protection awareness at the NSPCC, said:

“This is part of a worrying trend of inappropriate clothing being marketed at young children.”

I find myself strongly agreeing with these statements. It’s a worrying trend.

Having two young girls myself I can’t help thinking what if Amélie should prance around in high heels and Beatrice wear a padded pink lace bra?! What’s wrong with letting children be the innocent children that they in fact are? I think it’s important for parents not being too naive on this topic, but on the contrary make a clear statement. Let our children be children.Picture shows lovely soft cotton underwear by danish designer Petit by Sofie Schnoor. Just an example that it’s easy to find lovely and comfortable underwear for your little girl. Available at Nordic Kids.

Photos: Petit by Sofie Schnoor