RaspberryPlum

RaspberryPlum is the sort of Brand that really excites me.   It's not obvious childrenswear.  It's cool, cleverly designed and perfect for any little girl.  Feminine without being overly girlie.  Contemporary without being a slave to trend.  There is a definite nod to vintage, but overall the range is fun and more importantly wearable. We talk about children being able to be children, but still be stylish on the blog quite often and RaspberryPlum not only do this, but they promote it to -"Play, get messy but always look chic" is there tagline.  

I love the range as it is quirky, eclectic and functional with a great use of colour.  There is also a range of hosiery to complete your outfit.  Definitely another brand to watch and another firm favourite here at Dilly Foxtrot.  Click on the link above to find out more.

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Hug & Hatch

Hug & Hatch are a New and Exciting British designed / Spanish Manufactured children's footwear company, that will launch in July with their Autumn Winter 2014 range.  It is so great to finally have a British company that creates cool and quirky footwear, we usually have to sit and admire our continental cousins so this is a real treat!  I love the fact that there is no over styling, the design talks for itself with key detailing such as contrast colour topstitching and clever fabric choices.

There are three collections that are available for Pre-walkers, First walkers and then juniors.  (There is a helpful guide to shoe sizing on the website)  Any of these styles would compliment an outfit and offer an element of cool....leopard print desert boots, what's not to love!  Click on the link above and check out the full range, you won't be disappointed.  Definitely a brand to watch and we wish them well with their launch.

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Dot to Dot

Here at Dilly Foxtrot we constantly have our eyes open and our ears to the ground, seeking out new and exciting childrenswear to show you.  Many of these brands are from different parts of the world, so it is very exciting to bring you news of homegrown talent.  

I recently received an invitation from lovely British brand Little Troll for a new buyer/press event called Dot to Dot.  Based at the V&A Museum of Childhood, it is a new showroom for independent children's brands founded by Nicole Frobusch (Nixie Clothing) and Carly Gledhill (Corby Tindersticks).  Allowing like-minded small companies to showcase their AW14 collections in a relaxed environment and therefore flying the flag for British Independent design for kids and families. 

It is an invite only event, however, there are lots of interviews over on the website from all the exhibitors, many of which are firm favorites of ours.   We are really sad we are not going to make it down to see everyone, but we wish everyone a great show!  (We are sure it will be with such talent and forward thinking design on show)

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