What came into the office today?

With the typical miserable British weather we're having this week, it’s hard not to look towards next season’s collections in a bid to brave the cold, especially as our fashion department is already eyeing up its favourite looks from some of its most desired labels’ Autumn/Winter 2010 collections. This collection preview has arrived with a red-and-blue checked shirt from Imps & Elfs, and a blue checked shirt and white faux-fur coat from Kidscase. Both labels have focused on gingham print, along with chic, simple cuts to allow plenty of layering during the cold months.

What I found today

http://www.smallable.com/

The Hambledon launch dedicated childrenswear pop-up shop

Winchester's favorite designer boutique The Hambledon, has launched a dedicated children’s pop-up shop. Stocking some of Junior’s favorite new brands including Ola and Olek and Louie Louis alongside more established labels Katvig and Dandy Star, the store opens just in time for the Easter holidays and will pop down at the end of April.

To check out the The Hambledon new Pop-up shop visit the Hambledon, 10 The Square, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9ES, tel: 01962 890 055 Opens Mon – Sat 9:30 – 17:30, Sun 11 – 16:00.

What I found today

www.lespetitsbohemes.com

Angulus Autumn/Winter 2010/11 preview

Recently, we headed out west to visit the lovely Inger from Angulus Shoes, to view the Autumn/Winter 2010/11 collection.

Angulus Shoes always tend to stick to their own distinctive shapes and styles, with some carrying over from season to season.

A chic chestnut brown was introduced, splashed over back-to-school style shoes, lace-up boots and sandals, which would perfectly match Chloe’s sixties inspired winter collection. Rich berry colours, as seen from the catwalks at Pitti Bimbo and Fimi Valencia permeated the collection, holly berry and deep current tones. Metallics decorated the ranges for older children, adding a quirky contrast on Angulus’s workman boots.

Four Marketing press day

For Lunch today we trotted along to Juniors neighbour Four Marketing, who house the collections for all the Juniors: John Galliano, Stone Island, CP and True Religion. Renowned for their gourmet lunches, we tucked into goats cheese and caramelized onion tart while browsing the new collections. True Religion stuck to their renowned style of thick top stitching on pockets and jean seams, introducing a few casual sporty zip-ups and hoodies. Stone Island and CP Junior introduced mini versions of their men’s line. Typical mod-style parkers sat next to gingham shirts and casual stone washed jeans all looked very much the boy about the suburbs. Galliano’s famous newspaper and garish flower prints punctuated with graffiti and John's name, appeared on most garments. Surprisingly for a winter collection, he used an extremely bright colour range of shocking pinks, royal purples and juicy oranges. Afterwards, we were treated to a lovely goody bag (above) and just our luck, as the spring showers greeted our departure, our goody bag had the perfect prize: a Missoni umbrella!

Cool website

www.etsy.com/shop/WoodlandBelle

New Pop-up café at Harrods

This weekend sees the launch of Harrods new Wonderland pop-up café. Steps away from Harrods toy department and decorated with an Alice In Wonderland theme, the cafe offers a multitude of Easter treats, including the Easter egg factory where shoppers can choose their own personal message on eggs. Lola’s pastry chef will also be on hand to create beautiful cupcakes in your own personal style or visit the Godvia fruit-dipping station or the candy stall offering Jelly beans in every imaginable flavour!

Wonderland Café will pop-up at Harrods, 87 -135 Brompton Road, Knightsbridge, SW1X 7XL from March 26 April 11. Opening times 10 AM – 8PM. From more Alice In Wonderland inspired fashion, look out for the May issue of Junior Magazine, on sale April 9.

What I found today

www.misakomimoko.com

Happy first birthday Junior Blogspot!

Birthday cupcakes from the lovely Violet Cakes www.violetcakes.com