London’s Top Drawer launches kidswear edit: PLAY
Top Drawer is the UK’s destination trade show for design-led lifestyle and gifting products. This season, they announced that were adding kidswear to the …
Sep 16, 2018 | By Rose Garrod
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Future kidswear, ideas on what works now and why + the most inspiring pictures. Designing for little ones? A dream
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Why Yayoi Kusama matters today
Yayoi Kusama’s works of art are just as relevant today as they were when she built her very first Infinity Room in 1965. WGSN's Erin Rechner reviews her latest travelling exhibit, and explains why.
Aug 20, 2018 | By Erin Rechner
Playtime Tokyo moves venue, and hosts some of the hottest brands
The 19th Edition of Playtime Tokyo will be moving to a new venue, in the heart of the city’s fashion district of Shibuya.This move sees the continuation of the shows larger strategy shift, and makes room for more brands to watch.
Aug 09, 2018 | By Allison Goodfellow-Ash
Mini-me looks are curated at Pure London trade show
The UK’s leading adult's fashion trade show, Pure London, opened their doors to the kidswear market for the first time this season. WGSN checked out the show, and picked some of favourites.
Jul 25, 2018 | By Rose Garrod
How FIFA football inspires kidswear
FIFA fever has exploded across the globe since the first 2018 World Cup game took place on June 14th. Kidswear brands got in on …
Jul 03, 2018 | By Erin Rechner
How high street kids’ retailers are embracing inclusivity
Here at WGSN, we have been tracking how the kids fashion industry has been embracing individualism and inclusivity, a key take-away featured in The Message 2019.
Jun 21, 2018 | By Rose Garrod
Child’s play: The rise of mini-creatives
Here at WGSN, we're tracking the ever-growing rise of mini-creatives that are giving the adults a creative run for their money.
Jun 12, 2018 | By Allison Goodfellow-Ash
WGSN in Tokyo: Kids trends inspiration
Tokyo is a must-visit for kids and adults that are young-at-heart, with many only-in-Japan items for sale, from streetwear to unique collaborations to licensed products for all ages. It's a key source of inspiration for WGSN's kidswear team. Here are our top, family-friendly destinations.
May 17, 2018 | By Erin Rechner
A new season for kidswear trade shows
Following the announcement that London trade show Bubble is closing its doors, what can we expect from next season's kidswear trade shows?
May 07, 2018 | By Rose Garrod
‘Century of the Child’ is celebrated at the V&A’s museum of childhood.
For any creative minds out there with an interest in children's design, check out the current exhibition at the V&A's museum of childhood. The Century of the Child: Nordic Design for children 1900 to Today.
Apr 22, 2018 | By Allison Goodfellow-Ash
Why kidswear clothing rentals are the future of babywear
In a world where fashion and excess go hand-in-hand, companies are looking to move away from linear manufacturing models towards circular ones. WGSN sat down with Mia Bella Babies, online babywear rental service to find out more about this circular approach.
Apr 04, 2018 | By Erin Rechner
The appeal of the LEGO minifigure as it turns 40
Ask any working parent in the UK about their childcare plans over the 6 week summer break and you’ll receive a mind-bogglingly complex list …
Mar 30, 2018 | By Allison Goodfellow-Ash