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Pink Chicken launches new brand for “everyday adventures”

Pink Chicken, the childrenswear brand known for its vibrant colours, whimsical prints, and family-focused designs, has launched a new brand dedicated to providing organic elevated essentials that bring joy to kids’ wardrobes. Coop Kids by PC promises to offer childrenswear for “everyday adventures,” with a thoughtfully curated collection that...

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Children’s fashion: discovering the job of purchasing manager (for example at Galeries Lafayette)

According to market research and consulting firm Mordor Intelligence, the global children's wear market is expected to reach 353.20 million US dollars by 2029, growing at a rate of 5.35 percent annually. A rather encouraging outlook, even if in France, children's fashion has experienced a slowdown in recent years. Between optimistic forecasts,...

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Marks & Spencer lowers prices on kidswear

British department store Marks & Spencer has said that it has reduced prices by up to 20 percent on over 100 products in its “everyday essentials” kidswear range, extending its pricing strategy beyond other categories like food. In a press release, the company noted that the reduction in price will not compromise quality or its “high sourcing...

Fashion

Children’s FW25 buyer’s guide: Key items including outerwear, dresses and pants

Held twice a year in Florence, Italy, the Pitti Bimbo trade fair is considered to be the gold standard for the children’s clothing markets, and the trends on display there set the tone for the season. On January 22 and 23, 2025, Pitti Bimbo will mark its 100th edition with exhibitors showing their lines for fw25. Overall, from 60’s mod, 70’s...

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Lacoste establishes licensing agreement for kidswear

Sportswear brand Lacoste has pinned down a partner for the licensing of the kidswear category in its Crocodile brand. New York-based Haddad Brands will assume the role of designing, developing, producing and marketing all Lacoste kids’ clothing and accessories lines. The duo have signed onto a five-year agreement for products both within the US...

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Amazon Essentials launches first-ever celebrity collaboration

Amazon Essentials, the e-commerce giant’s own clothing line of basic wear for men, women, baby, and kids, is launching its first celebrity collaboration with American model and influencer Sofia Grainge. The Amazon Essentials x Sofia Grainge collection is an exclusive range of baby and kidswear inspired by the joys of parenthood. The collection...

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H&M launching new premium baby and kidswear label

Swedish retailer H&M is launching a line of premium clothing and accessories label for babies and kids focusing on longevity and high-quality materials that are soft on the skin, keep their shape and don’t pill. The premium ‘H&M Adorables’ label, launching on October 10, features newborn essentials and gifts, timeless foundational babywear...

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Wrangler to launch kidswear with Brand Machine Group

Denim brand Wrangler has announced a partnership with licensing house Brand Machine Group (BMG) to launch an exclusive kidswear line from autumn/winter 2024. In a statement, Wrangler said it would leverage BMG's expertise in design and production to launch a refreshed childrenswear collection that blends its iconic Western style with...

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Macy’s relaunches kidswear line Epic Threads

American retailer Macy’s has relaunched its kid’s clothing line, Epic Threads celebrating the “spirit of childhood,” as it looks to modernise its private brand. In a statement, Macy’s said the refresh of Epic Threads focuses on “playful and expressive clothing and accessories to fit the needs of every kid,” offering versatile and stylish...

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WHP Global partners with FFI Global for new G-Star kidswear line

G-Star is expanding its childrenswear offering through a partnership between WHP Global and FFI Global, WHP Global announced in a press release. The move will see G-Star leverage FFI Global’s expertise and extensive market reach. G-Star aims to target a younger generation by offering “fashion-forward and sustainable clothing options for kids”....

Fashion

AllSaints expands licensed product ranges

British fashion retailer AllSaints is launching five new licensed product ranges in 2024, as part of its 30th anniversary celebrations. The licensed product launches include eyewear, kidswear, fragrances, men’s tailoring and underwear, and are being introduced to expand the reach of the AllSaints brands. Catherine Jobling, chief operating...

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What's behind the latest collection of workwear for children?

Work overalls for children with a GPS tracker in case they get lost? A small waxed shirt that defies pesticides? Trousers with knee pads for undisturbed crawling? What at first glance may sound like a good idea for active children or, somewhat more cynically, safety gear for the impending climate change, has a serious background: child labour....