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Kids fashion is the heart of Paul & Paula.

It is our passion and we love to share the best of this world. We adore small and independent brands. This is the perfect place to be up to date on the kids fashion world!

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The kids brands collabs of the moment!

rylee cru and mon petit shoes

When two cool kids brands collaborate it usually results into something fabulous. Putting creative minds together can make for a powerful product.

Some will sound like a match made in heaven, other might take you by surprise. Similar styles evolve into something wonderful, and very opposite brand identities are innovative and surprising.

Whatever it is, these matches are more and more important in the fashion world. Reach new customers, staying relevant, and especially being able to offer products out of your ‘normal collections’ in a fast paced world.

Personally, I love them too. Because they often bring some fresh air, a new point of view and something fun!

Therefore, I am sharing the coolest kids brands collaborations in the shops right now:

AIGLE x MATHILDE CABANAS

AIGLE x MATHILDE CABANAS

This collab makes happy, even in the rain! The comfortable rain boots from Aigle with a little sweetness of everyday life. Mathilde Cabanas revisited the famous Lolly Pop Boot* for the pleasure of the little ones. (and of course their mums too!)

 

reebok-tao

REEBOK X THE ANIMALS OBSERVATORY

The Animals Observatory have collaborated* with global sportswear brand Reebok in order to bring their most iconic shapes to life. A unique and fashionable approach to children’s sneakers. These iconic Reebok styles pay homage to the vintage look and bold designs that both brands are known for.

 

POUDRE ORGANIC x CHARLOTTE PRIOU

POUDRE ORGANIC x CHARLOTTE PRIOU

The softest pieces, as we know them, in subtle colours from Poudre Organic. And this season with a sweet peacock print designed by Charlotte Priou.

 

veja x bonton

VEJA X BONTON

Two hot French brands joined forces. The collaboration* mixes the minimalist aesthetics of Veja and Bonton’s timeless touch. Together they designed a line of 4 sneakers in a retro colour scheme. Available in two designs, two exclusive colours, and with laces in organic cotton or velcro.

 

Bonjour George x Jojo Factory

BONJOUR GEORGE x JOJO FACTORY

Backpacks, lunch bags and other important accessories for school and/or nursery just got a cool look. The collab* between bag designer Jojo and pattern master George is divine.

 

rylee cru and mon petit shoes

RYLEE AND CRU X MON PETIT SHOES

A lovely collection of hard and soft-soled shoes to complement your child’s autumn wardrobe! With 2 prints designed by the incredible rylee + cru for mon petit shoes. All shoes in the collection are handmade in the USA!

 

organic-zoo james wilson

ORGANIC ZOO X JAMES WILSON

Organic Zoo has just announced a collaboration with local Brighton artist, James Wilson. This is an exciting and exclusive collection of limited edition art inspired sweaters, comprising of 4 unique, abstract designs. The concept behind the collection plays on the desire to be in harmony with the universe and to live a natural, simple life.

 

Looking for more Autumn styles – how about lovely knitwear for kids or rainbow styles!
Affiliate links marked with *.

Heart to Wear

Heart Wear

One of the things that I keep remembering from my trade show visits this summer is listening to a shop owner saying: ‘I will get heart prints in the shop, because all we need is love at the moment’.

Her shop is based in the US and she was mostly referring to the political situation.
Well, here in the UK we can report the same political mess right now and when we look around. Things are not that easy when it comes to the economy, environment, and, yes, politics.

Wearing hearts may not resolve much (but please do keep on with the little things we can all do to help!) but they surely lift our mood. And they show love.

So, love it is, lots of love:

 

1. Walking on love should be a good way to start your first steps…

2. A heart here, and a heart there. Or just all of them on one wall. Your decision with these cute wall decals*.

3. Adorable linen dress* with a heart shaped back.

4. Quilted heart pillow and blanket. Love the simplicity.

5. That is a lot of love on one jumper.

6. One you grew out of your baby moccs, you can exchange them for these cool sneakers*.

7. An icon for a t-shirt. Minimalist share of love with the play shirt*. (various colours available)

8. For mums – this handy and cute pochette.

9. Happy hearts grey sweater*.

10. Forever love in your countertop with this tray*. A classic.

11. Perfect pair of pyjamas*. Dream in love…

12. Absolute darling mobile.

13. Loving hearts brooch* to jazz up any outfit.

14. Building set of ten heart shaped blocks.

15. Beautiful t-shirt* with a heart going around.

 

Heart to wear!

Happy weekend…. and take a look at our rainbow round up before you leave!

Affiliate links marked with *.

21 fun things for your September!

21 fun things for your September

Yes, August is nearly over. The days are getting shorter, the kids are back to school and the routine is back in our lifes.

We had an interesting summer, the first one as a family in London. Enjoying everything the city has to offer, ticking a few boxes from our bucket list, finding hidden spots and the best gelato.

The annual trip to France included some lovely catch ups with the extended family and many hours at the beach. Building castles, mini pools, and shell mandalas.

And to make the transition into September a little easier, here are my 21 favourite things, articles, and finds right now. Oh, and one amazing wooden toy shop:

wooden toy shop
Cute toy shop* with lots of accessories.

How parents don’t stop handling things for their children when they become adults.

 

baby leather shoes
Handmade baby leather shoes.

I would not mind to sleep in this muslin bedding set*.

 

japanese tableware
Sweden meets Japan! A beautiful porcelain series.

Was just talking about gorgeous knits for little ones this week, and for grown ups – I am obsessed with this London based brand.

 

kids room
A really great London family home with some great ideas to take away! By the way, this place in Bath is pretty special too.

The future of print.

 

linen pinafore
Adorable linen pinafores, leaf playmats and accessories. All handmade by Hellen*.

tantrums & meltdowns

 

pinafore dress

mustard baby shoes leather
How about some delightful dresses and even more divine baby shoes? Loving this Etsy shop*.

The world’s best playgrounds.

 

chloe leather bag brown
So smitten with this bag*. Perfect for Autumn and it looks amazing when folded down and so practical overall.

Fashionable 50. From the sports world. The good thing – not only women but a mix!

 

hello simone kids clothing
Elegant, colourful and French Chic! Great new collection*.

Teen founders!

 

Paris_Antoine_Corbineau_Illustration
Discovered this fantastic illustrator during our time in Nantes (where he resides) – Antoine Corbineau.

Sustainable, re-usable and luxe packaging ideas.

 

Cucumber Mint Gin Coolers
I do like a g&t sometimes. But next time, I really want to try this cucumber, mint & gin cooler!

Do you love Friends (the TV series) as much as I do? Lego will launch a Central perk set. Need!

 

angel-costume
Angel costume* – just magical!

 

Wishing you a blissful weekend and see you back here next week… xoxo

 

Affiliate links marked with *.

Gorgeous knitwear for little people

knitwear for little people
Yes! I can talk about children knitwear again… and without any big explanation… because we are heading into Autumn and it is time to get cosy. Yay.

So exciting!

And thinking about the transition, I believe that in the end I do not have a favourite season. I love them all and every single one for a specific reason. And getting the heavier knits out when Autumn comes along (and after that winter) is definitely on the list.

And as you know, one of the sweetest knitwear brands for little people is based in Berlin. I talked about Petit Kolibri before and I am so happy to show you the images from their latest collection:

 

knitwear for little people

knitwear for little people

knitwear for little people

knitwear for little people

The new collection will launch next week! And you should really get one of these super soft and natural alpaca knits. So timeless, elegant, cosy, and beautiful!

By the way… Daniela makes some pieces for mums too. Mini & me in soft style.

 

You love knitwear as much as I do? Have a look at this natural knitwear round up, these chunky cardigans for mini & mum, or this great knitwear brand from the UK!

News from Israel – the new nununu collection is here!

nununu

Hello Hello! We have just a little over a week and the kids will go back to school. The yearly reminder of how quick they grow up and that summer is coming to an end. (and the big hope for a kind autumn!)

And it is the step into the new season too. New collections landed in the shops and a few more are coming soon. We are lucky that August is very warm and sunny and our summer pieces can show off a few more times.

But this will not last forever and if you want to snap up the best pieces from the new Autumn/ Winter collections you should have a look now. One of our all time favourite brands, nununu from Isreal, is always worth checking it. Casual, cool, independent clothing of high quality that is perfect for school days, weekends, and occasions!

I have shown you many nununu collections and pieces before and the brand never stops to amaze me. Because they add something special all the time. A new cool colour or prints.

For this season, you can find red (I love red!!!), dusty yellow and lots of tribal prints that are very fun:

 

nununu

nununu

nununu

nununu

nununu
What do you think?

That spiral sweater is great and one can never have too many pairs of good leggings in the drawer! nununu really got their spot with quirky, super soft, and functional clothes to dress the coolest kids around the world…

 

PS: I love that umbrella, a very good addition for UK family life.

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