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Nov 29 2011
OTT Sneakers: Girls’ Footwear Emerging Trend
WGSN Takeaways: ~ Plush – cute animal heads, tails and teddy fleece transform sneakers into toys ~ Oversized bows – cartoonish bows feature in high impact colours and prints ~ Customised – individualise trainers with detachable add-ons, patterned tongues and statement laces Click View Gallery above at left to view complete details of the Girls’ […]
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Oct 4 2011
Spring/Summer ’12 Kids: Print and Graphics Confirmation
WGSN Kidswear confirms the print and graphics trends for spring/summer 2012 from the seasonal trade shows and catwalks. WGSN Takeaways: ~ JPEG Gen: Anarchy reins as graphics are expressive, overdrawn, and scribbled. Placement prints with a chaotic aesthetic. ~ Primal Futurism: A raw cave painting feel is achieved through rough mark making and embracing imperfection. […]
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Aug 10 2011
Spring/Summer ’12 CIFF Kids, Copenhagen
WGSN Key Trends: ~ Washed-out pastels for plains and prints ~ Sherbet shades of whitened brights ~ Brights dominate, new for bottoms ~ Simple nautical looks ~ Shirting stripes of different widths ~ Floral trousers in balloon silhouettes ~ Lace trim for yokes and ruffles ~ Girls jackets are paired with cuffed shorts ~ Rough […]
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Jul 6 2011
A for Apple
A for Apple is a Hong Kong-based brand founded by Denise Ho and Jeffrey Chau. Utilising eco-friendly materials and organic cotton, the brand offers chic yet effortless clothing for boys and girls from newborn to sixyears-old. WGSN interviews co-founder and designer Denise Ho. As an established celebrity and editorial fashion stylist, what made you decide […]
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Jun 7 2011
Polka Dot: Kidswear Print Update
WGSN Takeaways: ~ Two-color polka dots are key ~ Classic black and white is strongest ~ Dotted accessories can be incorporated in any range Thegraphically simpleyetboldpolkadotemergesasakey printdirectionfor autumn/winter 2011/12. The resurgence takes its cue from our 360° macro trend, concerned with spherical shapes and cocooning silhouettes. Not just confined to the kidswear sector, spots were […]
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May 17 2011
Cropped Outerwear: Girls’ Product Update
WGSN Takeaways: ~ Update classic outerwear pieces by going for the crop this coming season ~ Reproportioned outerwear lengths are key to the emerging multilayered look ~ Layer short over long for a new play on proportions Reproportioned lengths are a key look this season, with cropped outerwear emerging as a strong product direction. Influenced […]
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Mar 8 2011
People Characters: Kids’ Inspiration
WGSN Key Trends: ~ Everyday and out-of-the-ordinary characters ~ Faces with quirky personalities and distinctive features ~ Anthropomorphic animals ~ Retro graphic style, inspired by 50s and 60s illustrations ~ Decorative and nostalgic uniforms Click View Gallery at left to view complete details of the Kids’ Inspiration report. Visit WGSN.com to view related reports and […]
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Jan 12 2011
Hong Kong Wonder Girls Concert: Kidswear Street Shots
WGSN Top Five Trends at the Wonder Girls’ Hong Kong concert: ~ Faux-fur garments, accessories and trims ~ Quilted outerwear ~ Decorative hairbands and sequined accessories ~ Leg-warmers ~ Shearling boots Click View Gallery at left to view complete details of the Hong Kong Wonder Girls Concert Kidswear Street Shots report. Visit WGSN.com to view […]
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Nov 9 2010
Fair & Square
WGSN Key Trends Challenge convention and embrace alternative lifestyles with simple, offbeat and bohemian details, influenced by retro folk. For girls, think butterfly and angel sleeves, cotton crochet and broderie trim. The remnant box is raided for mixed-up check patches, florals and surf stripes. Ethnic embroidery appears for both boys and girls. Exude a laidback […]
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Oct 8 2010
Spring/Summer ’11 Denim: Kidswear Confirmation
WGSN Key Trends ~ Coloured ~ Treated ~ Worn ~ Whitened ~ Lightweight ~ Girls’ Short ~ Playsuit ~ Cuffed Hem ~ Super-skinny & jegging ~ Articulated / Motocross ~ Circular Jeans ~ Workwear Shirt Click View Gallery at left to view complete details of the Spring/Summer ’11 Denim Kidswear Key Items. Visit WGSN.com to […]
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Aug 31 2010
Spring/Summer ’11: Top 10 Girls’ Key Items
WGSN Key Trends ~ Classic outerwear shapes are updated and made casual with new fabrications and details ~ Jersey and woven tops are ultra-feminine with ruffles, smocking and pleat details ~ Skirt and dress silhouettes are full, with mixed fabrics and prints ~ Trouser shapes are relaxed – the draped harem shape remains strong, along […]
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Aug 10 2010
Kleine Fabriek: Spring/Summer 2011
WGSN Key Trends ~ Primary Brights ~ Coral ~ Neon ~ Grey Marl ~ Exotic Prints ~ Motorcross ~ Jumpsuits ~ Jersey Blazers ~ Pink Bottoms ~ Mixed Fabrics ~ Tiered ~ Wet Look ~ Slub Jersey Click View Gallery at left to view complete details of the Spring/Summer 2011 kidswear trends at Kleine Fabriek, […]
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Jul 1 2010
80s Princess: Girls 9-14 Trend Analysis
WGSN Key Trends ~ Princess ra-ra skirts ~ Floral jumpsuits ~ Bows on everything ~ Louis Vuitton-inspired rabbit ears ~ Boater hats ~ Checks remain key ~ Cerise pink ~ Bleached denim in 80s silhouettes Click View Gallery at left to view complete details of the Autumn/Winter 2010/11 macro trends. Related Reports ~ Kidswear inspiration […]
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Jun 3 2010
Kids’ Macro Trends Autumn/Winter 2010/11
WGSN Key Trends ~ Our autumn/winter macro trend Emotive lets kids freely express their individuality. Knitwear is key in what is essentially a layered, cosy story. Key items include puffa jackets, hooded sweats and slouchy trousers. Statement tees and heart prints complete the look. ~ Use Victoriana and steampunk inspiration to capture our autumn/winter macro […]
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Apr 30 2010
Top 10 Kids’ Denim Trends: Autumn/Winter 2010/11
Key trends ~ Biker styling for both boys and girls confirms our autumn/winter 2010/11 macro trend, Inventive ~ Indigo denim and loose-fit jeans are worn-in with distressed finishes ~ Workwear jeans, shirts and dungarees reflect our autumn/winter 2010/11 macro trend, Useful ~ Multiple badge placements and washed patches follow on from spring/summer varsity trends ~ […]
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