Fashion, fun and everything new for your little one
Fashion, fun and everything new for your little one
GIVE ME MORE
Be still our beating hearts… French fashion house Givenchy has launched its first childrenswear collection. Expect North and Saint West to soon sport “mini-me” versions of some of the brand’s most popular pieces, including bomber jackets, joggers and tees. Fellow tiny party animals will also love the latest collection from Balmain Kids. From raw-edged jackets with metal hardware to animal print tees, your tot is sure to have a wild time. If you’re taking your children to hit the slopes in Niseko or Colorado instead of the dance floor, check out Stella McCartney Kids’ new Snow Capsule collection for gloves, googles, boots and cute-as-a-button knits, as well as dresses for après ski. All available at Kids21
FESTIVE SPARKLE
Give the toy box a glamorous makeover this festive season with a little help from Jellycat. The maker of your kid’s favourite cuddly toys has launched three charming new buys for Christmas—there’s Robyn Reindeer sporting pewter antlers, Sparkle Snow Goose with a shimmering beak and legs, and Sparkle Squirrel, who is carrying his own glittering treasure. Available at Kids21
On a Roll
The French design gurus at Babyzen have created three new products to go with their much-loved YOYO+ stroller: A car seat—the Babyzen iZi Go Modular by BeSafe, which clicks on to your stroller—a wheeled board for your older kid to ride upon, and brand new fabric colour packs in this season’s most sought-after colours.
Dream Big
Kids with a sense of adventure will love thesee travel-inspired beds by Circu. They can climb up the decorative suitcases to step into bed, then hunker down in their velvet upholstery cockpit. Luggage can be stored in the wings and the body. Then it's up, up and away to dreamland. Available at rcu.net
BACK TO BLACK
Heading out with your child is about to get a lot more convenient. Pognae’s No.5 Plus carrier is 100 percent organic and features six new innovations, including silent zippers and hidden support. Pognae fans, watch this space for news on the limited edition version in Stone Black—only 800 pieces are available.
UGG LIFE
The king of kitsch, Jeremy Scott is about to create a new generation of UGG lovers, thanks to his new collaboration with the brand. Your tot will fall head over heels for his tan confections covered in his signature flames and gold embroidery. Available from $130 at UGG at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands
GREAT SCOTT!
When an ex-fashion editor launches a kids’ collection, you know it’s going to look good. Inspired by the birth of her baby daughter Honor Yurika, UK-based Yuki Scott decided to create a childrenswear collection that featured high-quality Japanese manufacturing and British flair. With the help of her mother, style writer Yuriko Oshima, she launched Owa Yurika—a brand aimed at girls aged four to 12 years old, which is now retailing at stockists across the globe, from Harvey Nichols in London to Barneys in New York and Kids21 in Singapore.
As is often the case, Scott’s Eureka moment came when she noticed a gap in the market while she was pregnant with Honor. “I saw that the brands were doing similar things, so I thought that we could do something different,” she says. “We wanted to play with shapes, textures and materials. It’s good for kids to be able to choose different things to express their uniqueness and individuality.”
The result is a collection of pieces that are not only functional and durable, but stylish as well. This season, look out for an on-trend athletic vibe mixed with traditional kimono-like pieces. But the key for Scott in this era of fast-fashion is always quality. “We think it’s important for kids to know what’s good quality from a young age so that they appreciate it. Some of our pieces are like couture items. They are meticulously made.” Available at Kids21
CHIC IN THE CITY
Left: Mios stroller in Stardust Black, $1,199, Cybex at Mothercare
Right: Mios stroller frame; Sirona car seat in Autumn Gold, $1,958, Cybex at Mothercare
Mios stroller in Manhattan Grey, $1,199, Cybex at Mothercare
Stylish mums on-the-go will want to get their hands on the new Mior stroller from Cybex. Weighing just 8.7kg and measuring 50cm in width, you can weave your way through busy city streets, onto the MRT train and even into coffee shops for that much-needed caffeine fix. The best part? Its innovative frame lets you transform it into a reversible seat for older children—your little one won’t outgrow this anytime soon.
LESSONS IN STYLE
Young fashionistas looking for a masterclass in style should pick up Who Is Ralph Lauren? This easy-to-read biography will encourage kids to dream big and work out how they can create their own global empire. Available at www.amazon.com
TRIPLE THREAT
It’s a carry-on luggage, it’s a ride-on suitcase, it’s a bed… It’s JetKids’ BedBox. This innovative multi-tasker not only stores your child’s favourite travel toys, it can also turn into a footrest or a bed. Just pop it by the seat, roll out the mattress and leave them to enjoy a blissful sleep. For kids aged seven and under. Available at Motherswork
BABY SHOWER
How do you make bath time more fun? By treating your bub to Sophie La Girafe Baby’s skincare range. The team behind your child’s favourite teether has created an organic skincare range that they will love almost as much as Sophie herself. White tea, lavender and Nordic blueberry oil are just some of the ingredients used to nourish and soothe sensitive skins. The range includes a face cream, body lotion, bubble bath, baby oil, hair and body wash, as well as a rich cream to beat nappy rash. Available at escentials
