What I found today

Cotton children's scarves £28 by Coq en Pâte Editions. Visit www.lillibulle.typepad.com

Anne Kurris featured in upcoming exhibition

The children’s designer Anne Kurris is to be featured in a major exhibition about how paper has been used in fashion in various cultures and historical periods. Paper Fashion brings together the most remarkable of these creations. In addition to Anne Kurris, the exhibition includes designs by Hussein Chalayan, A.F. Vandevorst, John Galliano, Walter Van Beirendonck, Dirk Van Saene, Issey Miyake and many more. For more information visit www.momu.be

What I found today

Top: Pale pink silk dress £95; Middle: Pale blue cotton and silk dress £95; Bottom: Linen pear set £45 all by Pip-Squeak Chapeau Etc (ages 12 months - 8 years); visit www.pip-squeakchapeau.com

Unveiled - Camille Roman for Little Fashion Gallery

Here, as promised, is the full collection of ‘Le Tour de Force’ headpieces designed exclusively for Little Fashion Gallery by avant-garde milliner Camille Roman. A very British and ‘offbeat’ designer, Camille studied at Central St Martins and creates headwear that is coveted by fashionistas such as Susie Bubble (founder of one of the original and best fashion web blogs, 'Style Bubble'). The collaboration with Little Fashion Gallery is Camille’s first foray into childrenswear. Prices start at £58.50, visit www.littlefashiongallery.com

Posted by Catherine Hudson

Highlights from the Autumn/Winter press days

Every season the Junior team preview the forthcoming seasons looks at what’s called a press day. The Junior team love press days, as there is lots of yummy food, lovely goody bags and most excitingly fashion! Every week we will be selecting the best of all the forthcoming Autumn/Winter press shows. Highlights this week saw Gant present their athletic offerings, focal points included equestrian style trousers and tweed tailored jackets. Hackett introduced preppy boys’ wear with a Scottish highland twist, tartan trousers and school boy blazers looked dapper. Tommy Hilfiger jazzed it up with sparkles and sequins for girls and James Bond for boys, a new print tee range by Junk Food was graphic and fun.

1.Gant
2.Tommy Hilfiger
3.Tommy Hilfiger
4.Junk Food
5.Gant

What I found today

Top: Peach-print boys shirt £52 by Honey Collection New York (ages 0-2), visit www.honeycollectionnewyork.com

Middle: Cotton tunic £62 and orange bloomers £40, both by Oona L’ourse (ages 2-10) www.madamechacha.com

Bottom: patterned gathered waist dress £45 by Egg + Avocado (ages 2-6), visit www.doubledutchkids.com

Fendi launch new baby range

The luxury Italian brand Fendi are to launch a new babywear collection debuting this autumn. The new collection has just arrived in the office, so keep an eye out for August issue of Junior.

What I found today

Top: Popeline playsuit £60 (at 6 months - 2 years); cross-strap sandal £79 (sizes 20 - 34) both by Flora & Henri, visit http://www.florahenri.com/

Middle: Block-print dress £38 by Etsy (ages 2 - 5), visit http://www.etsy.com/

Bottom: Vintage Thirties red chick sun suit £105 from Belle Heir (12 - 18 months), visit http://www.belleheir.com/

Sad day for childrens wear

The rumours that Oilily was going bankrupt were yesterday confirmed true by Amsterdam Fashion Week. It's been reported that staff at the Dutch brand have not been paid for the last two months. There was more sad news this week as Missoni announced that it was discontinuing its childrens wear line

What I found today

Green puff ball skirt from £86; polka dot aviator hat £44; blue waistcoat with polka dot lining £120 and red marine dress £85, all by Bodebo (ages 2-8) www.modernchild.net

Children starring for Cartier

Cartier’s new book and advertising campaign, shot by the legendary photographer Bruce Webber, aptly titled ‘A Love Letter to Cartier’, has used a series of child models to sport the luxury brands jewellery.

KidSpace want new faces

A casting call for models will be held in London at the KidSpace store, 201 Sloane Street, on Saturday, April 25th and Sunday, April 26th, 2009, from 2 pm. to 6 pm. KidSpace are looking for girl models aged between 6-8 years who are interested in becoming the stars of the advertising campaigns for the Miss Blumarine Jeans, Parrot, Ice Ice Iceberg and Ki6? 2009-2010 Fall-Winter collections. The lucky girls will not only become the “New Faces of KidSpace”, they will also receive a voucher to spend at the London boutique. For more details visit www.kidspace.it

Petit Aimé

‘Petit Aimé’ in Westbourne Grove is a showcase for the best in classic and cutting-edge French children’s wear. Situated next door to established women’s wear boutique ‘Aimé’ this ‘new addition’ offers chic French labels such as Anik Batik, Bonton and Isabel Marant for babies and children aged 0-10. Decorative summer fete flags adorn the walls and clothes are presented on coat pegs adding to the homely feel. Contemporary toys with an old-fashioned appearance lend an air of nostalgia. Visit the website at http://aimelondon.com/petitaime.htm.


Posted by Catherine Hudson

What I found today

Knitted dress £60 by ShamO (ages 8-10) http://lillibulle.typepad.com/boutique/shamo/

‘Scotch & Soda’ at NEXT

High street giant NEXT is currently selling Scotch & Soda men’s and boy’s wear via their online site. A selection of cargo shorts and polo shirts with touches of gingham and floral patterns keep the looks versatile yet on trend. Available at www.next.co.uk for ages 8-16.

Posted by Catherine Hudson

Harrods Children's Designer Boutique

Harrods have introduced a selection of Children's Designer Boutiques which are housed amongst the most luxurious fashion brands in the world.


Amongst the brands include Papo d'Anjo, Tartine et Chocolat, Caramelbaby&child and Marie Chantal.

Visit www.harrods.com

87-135 Brompton Road
Knightsbridge
London
SW1X 7XL


Posted by Kyrsty Hazell

Rob Ryan 4 Earnest Sewn

Luxury denim label Earnest Sewn and artist Rob Ryan are joining forces for a decorative collaboration

With his signature, elaborated paper-cut pieces, Rob Ryan has already worked with the likes of Paul Smith, Liberty and Fortnum and Mason.

Earnest Sewn (www.earnestsewn.com), are such a huge fan of Ryan's work that they have him to create two installations, one in New York and one in London.

In the Big Apple he is set to replicate his East London shop, Ryantown, in Earnest Sewn's store in NYC. As well as stocking his own creations, the store will also stock exclusive collaborations between the brand and the artist.

These include a limited edition of fantastically intricate printed t-shirt's, an all-American inspired bandana, beautifully decorative customised teddy bears and a charming hand embroidered cushion.

They now be exclusively available to buy in the original Ryantown, in London.

Set to launch on April 1st, Ryantown can be found at 126 Columbia Road, E2 7RG.

Visit http://ryantownshop.blogspot.com for more details

Posted by Kyrsty Hazell

Comptoir de Cotonniers

"Wearable designer clothes which cross the generation borders" is the motto for Parisian clothing brand, Comptoir des Cotonniers and their new S/S 09 childrenswear collection embodies this perfectly...

Find an array of pretty casual cottons in the shape of loose blouses, light-weight knits and shift dresses in an assortment of fresh, earthy colours: soft pinks, ivory and violet. Subtly embellished details and minimalist floral prints are also included, as well pleated skirts and comfy slacks.

Visit www.mothers-and-daughters.eu


Posted by Kyrsty Hazell