Childrenswear news and archive

In Pictures: Burberry unveils childrenswear collection made of surplus fabrics

British heritage brand Burberry has unveiled a new childrenswear capsule made from surplus fabrics and yarns from prior collections. The ‘Remake’ line intends to build on the label’s efforts to incorporate more circular practices into its offering, initiatives for which have already been infused into a number of its existing products for adults....

Fairs

Pitti Bimbo to take on new format for January edition

The 100th edition of Italian childrenswear fair Pitti Bimbo will be held at the Fortezza da Basso in Florence on January 22 and 23, in what organisers emphasised was "not just a super birthday, but a new project to experience all together". A new layout for the event will be designed by architect and interior designer Ilaria Marelli, who teaches...

Fashion

Gap launches limited-edition Wicked capsule collection

Fashion retailer Gap has launched a new limited-edition capsule collection to mark the release of the upcoming movie adaptation of Wicked, which will debut in cinemas on November 22. The collection consists of 20 items, including pieces for children and adults inspired by the movie's main characters, Elphaba and Glinda. Key pieces in the capsule...

Fashion Featured

Labels to watch: ‘Happy brands’ - children’s clothing for adults

Children’s clothing is not only cute but often also funny, comfortable and puts the wearer in a good mood. No wonder then that the question arises ‘Why isn’t this available in adult sizes too?’ If you have had enough of drab adult clothes in the usual grey, black and blue tones, the three ‘happy brands’ that FashionUnited is featuring below will...

Fashion

Janie and Jack launches special collection with American Girl

Children’s fashion brand Janie and Jack has unveiled a new collection with none other than American Girl, one of the US's most beloved and classic brands of dolls with a story. The new collaboration is inspired by some of American Girl’s most iconic historical characters, Samantha, Addy, and Kirsten, and features key elements from Janie and Jack...

Business

Superdry and Next partner on kidswear licence

Superdry has secured a new licensing agreement with British retailer Next that will see the launch of the brand’s first kidswear collection. The line is to become available via Next’s own e-commerce platform and in select stores, according to Drapers, which initially reported the news. As part of the deal, Next will manufacture and distribute a...

Report

Littlest Luxuries merges with Little Fashion House

Littlest Luxuries, a pre-loved childrenswear destination for ages 0-16 years has relaunched following a merger with childrenswear resale platform Little Fashion House. Headquartered in London, the peer-to-peer business is looking to become the leading authenticated marketplace for pre-loved designer childrenswear to provide a solution to the...

Retail

Pink Chicken opens debut store in Savannah, Georgia

Pink Chicken, childrenswear and ladieswear brand, has opened its first brick-and-mortar store in Savannah, Georgia. Located in the city center at 216 West Broughton Street the new boutique features the brand's collections of vibrant colored and original printed garments, as well as selected accessories and home wear. "We can't wait to meet our...

Fashion

Brochu Walker expands into childrenswear

Luxury lifestyle brand Brochu Walker has announced its first-ever foray into childrenswear to create the “ultimate mommy and me moments”. The ‘Maman et Moi’ (Mommy and Me) collection features a girl’s version of its bestselling feminine and versatile ‘Havana Dress’ for women, which the brand first introduced in 2020 and is still the cornerstone...

Fashion |In Pictures Featured

Gap unveils collaboration with Palace

American fashion and lifestyle retailer Gap has unveiled a new collaboration with London-based skate label Palace for adults and kids. The collection launching on March 22 is described by Gap as “an ode to the brands’ shared heritage - highlighting self-expression, individuality, and community through pieces inspired by ’90s style, skate...

Fashion |In Pictures

Trotters London launches Peppa Pig collaboration

British, family-owned children's brand Trotters London has unveiled an exclusive collaboration with Hasbro’s children’s character Peppa Pig using Liberty Fabric. The playful collection for Peppa Pig’s 20th birthday offers clothing styles for babies and girls, including dresses, tops, skirts, knitwear, and accessories, utilising brand-new Liberty...

Fashion

Arket partners with circular platform Bundlee

H&M-owned Arket has announced a collaboration with Bundlee, a children’s clothing rental service. Founded in London in 2018, Bundlee specializes in circular children's apparel and extending the lifespan of a category which is typically worn for a limited time. Through the partnership, subscribers gain access to the rental of Arket’s essential...