I met Anna in January this year during Pitti Bimbo. And since I feel a little bored by the industry at the moment (a wide topic by itself but Linda summarized it pretty well, short: I would love to see brands as well as shops taking more risk again) this brand definitely did catch my attention.
And you know I love to support new brands. Small brands. It is the essence of what I do here on Paul & Paula.
Therefore I am inviting you to welcome Kaleidoscope here today. Born in Porto, Portugal the label began a metamorphosis for a more conscious and global attitude. Believing that we should find new ways of thinking and making things.
‘We should always question this ephemeral and disposable culture and think on development and production solutions for a better and sustainable future. Kaleidoscope is a sustainable and conscious children’s wear clothing brand for cosmopolitan and relaxed kids up to 8 years old. Classic designs interpreted in a funny and contemporary way with the finest ecological materials.’
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All together I so love the heavy linen dresses that will grow with your child for years to come. Starting with a little oversize, long dress look. And step by step getting a bit shorter. And the looks for boys are super as well with details and great colours.
And the fusion of traditional designs (Portugese kids fashion can be still is lots of ruffles and gender stereotype colours) with a cosmopolitan allure really does the trick. Modern, easy, eco-chic and yet you can see the classic design work and the long history of fabrics in Portugal in every garment.
All images: Paul & Paula
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