Brands to watch: 10 labels we discovered during Playtime Paris
FASHION, Trade shows
Today we continue with our trade show finds. End of last month we traveled to Paris to discover the Spring/ Summer 2019 kids collections during Playtime Paris.
540 brands from the children’s fashion, design, maternity as well as baby gear world presented their new collections.
Highly creative, super inspiring and 2 days that were jam-packed with visits and discoveries for us.
Playtime Paris is a must-stop destination for anyone in the children’s industry and we are happy to share these 10 brands that you should definitely have on your radar:
Ann & Margaux
Ann&Margaux is a London based brand family company. Malgosia Jedrasiak and her mum Anna started to produce simple dresses and tunics and launched in 2014. Loving their minimalist aesthetics that are highly influenced by art, culture and personal travels.
The line is very modern, made from fine fabrics and lots of attention to detail.
Bonmot
N E W! New brand Bonmot showed with a beautiful booth and a great mission. Set up with the aim of forging a different path in production and consumption of children’s clothing that is more humane and mindful with the environment. Made from 100% organic fabrics and farmed without chemical agents. Hello positive garments!
Charlotte Mathieu
Another British brand. Charlotte Mathieu is a luxury baby wear brand based in London. Here you can find a collection of luxury, bespoke bamboo clothes, accessories and gifts. Made from super soft pure cotton and antibacterial bamboo for the precious skin of babies. Crafted in Europe with a resolute commitment to quality, fair trade and functionality in mind.
Jelly Mallow
Jelly Mallow is a compound word of Jelly and marshmallow. And probably the perfect summary for their collections. Jolly, fun, quirky and comfortable clothes to make kids happy! Lots of cool accessories too.
Kin
Kin is from Melbourne, Australia and run by Nami & Miriam. The duo combines high quality workmanship, organic fabrics, inventive design and sustainable production practices in one really cool clothing line.
Whenever possible, kin sources with Fair Trade suppliers and works with 100% certified organic cotton fabrics. Dyed using low impact, GOTS certified dyes. For S/S 2019 you will see some metallic, a little bit of bling and lots of stripes!
orangeheat
Coolest t-shirts straight from California! orangeheat is Sean Friesen. Former part of a rock band, now a dad himself with the aim to dress his kid the ‘right’ way.
Sean illustrates from photographs taken around his Venice neighborhood and prints on organic shirts for kids from 3 months to 12 years old.
Studio Boheme Paris
N E W! A 100% organic cotton brand for the smallest family members. Cool clothes that are as comfy as pyjamas! Studio Boheme Paris makes safe, ultra-soft and flexible garments that don’t impede babie’s movements. Unisex, minimalist and a subtle colour scheme.
The Campamento
N E W! The Campamento means letting your creativity fly, having a serious commitment with fun and passion. Being a friend of animals, loving our planet and seeing the world through the eyes of a child. Fun prints, sustainable foot prints and a nonchalant line that kids and adults will enjoy equally!
timirim
timirim is from Brazil and want to give the organic section a fruity and colourful boost. The prints are created by the famous artist J.Borges. A modern, colourful and unisex collection made from 100% certified organic pima cotton.
Wander & Wonder
Wander & Wonder is a kids’ clothing collection for curious kids who love adventure. Each season, they explore the traditions and lifestyle of one country. And for S/S 2019 it is Mexico. Vibrant colours, bold shapes and summer vibes. Tacos, Frida, sun, flowers and Mexican culture. Happy clothes!
