ShowStyleKids presents ShowStyleKids Magazine #1

ShowStyleKids Magazine will be distributed via our newsletter and be available online. ShowStyleKids Magazine features trends, fashion news, shops and business news. The magazine will be published every two weeks. You can read it online here or download your personal copy for free in their download section here>>.

also have a look at their trend report for SS2015 here>>

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It's all about trends ... ShowStyleKids trend reports

What is a trend? "A trend is something that comes. Maybe. Maybe not. Anyway, it's not quite here yet, and few people know that there will be something coming", that's how Anders Björk, ideashunter, describes it.
Trends that have not been communicated do not exist! Many small labels reflect trends in our society, exspecially in kidswear. ShowStyleKids looks out for those trend to bring them to your business.
Many small labels reflect trends in our society. They also create trends. Brands are in the middle of trendsetting, not just next to it. Showstylekids looks out for all those new ideas and provides thoroughly a guidance for trends. With their reports you can get an thorough impression of what´s happening in the international business. A not-to-be-missed tool not only for shops, but also for agents, distributors, brands and producers! 

Kids Shoes Trend Report from ShowStyleKids

Kids Shoes Trend Report from ShowStyleKids

The Shoes trends report is available for the introduction price of € 19,- Regular price € 49,-.
The report contains high-res pictures so you can print it for your personal use. A not to be missed tool for all shops, agents, buyers and other children’s fashion professionals.

File size: 10 MB

Pages:      33

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ShowStyleKids Trend Reports are now online!

 

ShowStyleKids is the online pay-per-download magazine featuring an all inclusive overview of all important European children's trade fairs. ShowStyleKids will feature not only catwalk images of the latest children's fashion shows, but also provide you with an in depth analysis on whats trending in the contemporary market. ShowStyleKids will be your companion to what is on show in the various trade fairs, show you what is happening on the different fairs and give you a visual in depth review of the current trends. With ShowStyleKids you have all the information you need for your business. ShowStyleKids will act as your companion to keep a track on the latest trends in the international children's fashion business. With your personal copy of ShowStyleKids you have an overview of the current trends in the international market.  

Pitti Bimbo #78

Fimi Madrid

Little Barcelona

Fashion Show at Pitti Bimbo 78

A not-to-be-missed tool not only for shops, but also for agents, distributors, brands and producers!
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On the ShowStyleKids website you can find the first reports, available for download for very attractive introduction prices: 

- Shoes trends report
- Pitti report
- Euro fairs report (overview of various european children's fashion and accessories fairs)

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We proudly present ShowStyleKids!

 We are very happy to present to you ShowStyleKids! We bring you in-depth overviews of all the important children´s fashion and accessories fairs across Europe.
With our reports you can get an thorough impression of what´s happening in the international business. A not-to-be-missed tool not only for shops, but also for agents, distributors, brands and producers!
 

European Show Report for  F/W 2014/15

The European show report is an in-depth presentation of major European children’s fashion and accessories fairs. Little Gallery (Dusseldorf), Bread & Butter (Berlin), Pitti Bimbo (Florence), kleine fabriek (Amsterdam), FIMI (Madrid), Playtime (Paris), Bubble (London), CIFF Kids (Copenhagen) and Little Bareclona (Barcelona) are featured. You can expect an overview of the fairs, brands-to-watch and catwalk pictures. Per immediately PDF download,129 pages full of high-res pictures so you can print it for your personal use.
The Euro report is only now available for the introduction price of € 39,- (regular price € 149,-).

Pitti Bimbo #78 Show Report for  F/W 2014/15

If you weren’t able to visit Pitti Bimbo 78, then the ShowStyleKids report on the most important international children’s trade fair is an essential guide for you. On more than 50 pages the different areas are presented, what’s hot, catwalk pictures and a list of exhibitors.
The Pitti Bimbo report is available now for the introduction price of € 29,-. (Regular price € 69,-).

Kids' Shoes Trend Report for  F/W 2014/15

The kids shoes trend report gives you an overview of the Fall / Winter 2014 -2015 trends. Next to what to expect for the next season, it also features an overview of the GDS fair in Duesseldorf.
The Shoes trends report is available for the introduction price of € 19,-. (Regular price € 49,-).
The report contains high-res pictures so you can print it for your personal use. A not to be missed tool for all shops, agents, buyers and other children’s fashion professionals.
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Austrian Label Hilda.Henri - Interview with Designer Verena Wondrak

Interview with Verena Wondrak, founder and designer of the kidswear label Hilda.Henri from Vienna, Austria.

Verena Wondrak – Sesigner with a Sustainable Claim

After graduating from the premier design university ESMOD in Munich I gathered experience in the fashion business. Following professional positions as a fashion designer for a string of well-known brands, and working as a central buyer and manager in the retail trade, the next step to creating my own collection was almost predestined. With a grant from departure (the Creative Agency of the City of Vienna), I founded Hilda.Henri, a premium milled loden and knitwear collection with an emphasis on sustainability, at the beginning of 2013.

Q: What is the story behind your label’s name Hilda.Henri?

A: I love stories to things. And of course there is a story to Hilda.Henri: My grandmother, to whom I had a close bond, was born in Vienna and her first name was Hilda. The name Henri I just love very much and if I had a son instead of a daughter I would have called him Henri.

Q: Why did you choose milled loden for your collection? What is so spezial about this fabric?

A: I know milled loden since I was a child. Already in kindergarten my mother put my sister and myself always in milled loden jackets. I remember my red milled loden „janker“ very well: it was edged dark blue and had little silver metal buttons. I loved to wear it together with my green kilt. My mother used to combine the traditional material with fashionable parts. Many years later, as a student at the Fashion school ESMOD, I rediscovered this particular natural material again during my internship at an Austrian dress maker in Salzburg. Since then, milled loden has been my favorite fabric. After the birth of my daughter I was sure: Children's fashion from Walk, that`s what I want to make! And I wanted to do it my way: authentic, especially high quality and timeless. My garments should be able to be passed through the family and live long.

Hilda.Henri Collection SS 2014

Q: What is so spezial about this fabric?

A: Walk is a natural wool product without any chemical additives and with temperature regulating and breathable effect. It is ideal for use in children's fashion. Wollwalk from pure new wool or merino wool is soft, lightweight, hardwearing, water resistant and durable. It adapts to fit the body shape of the child. The precious lanolin obtains with the after manufacturing process. In addition, the walking process is a traditional, eco-friendly and environmentally conscious manufacturing, which satisfy my own eco-social aspiration.

Q: What ist the structurre of your collection?

A: The centerpieces of my collections are quality made coats, jackets and capes from Walkloden, for girls and boys. These are complemented with skirts, dresses, pants, and knitwear. I offer my garments in double sizes so that they accompany the children several seasons and may become favourite pieces. Size 2 years (86/92) up to size 16 years (170/176). With each collection there are new accessories such as hats, headbands and scarves. In 2014, selected parts will also be available in women's sizes. Mother & Child in matching outfits!

Q: Where do you get your design inspiration from?

A: For Fall / Winter 2014/15 I was inspired by Russian folklore, the last nomads of the north and of Czech fairy tales and transported my creations into the modern era and into the urban life.

Q: On what can we look forward to in the new fall/winter collection 2014/15?

A: I am particularly proud of my new coats! For the boys I used a very traditional austrian fabric “Kalmuk”, which was formerly very appreciated for its robustness by rafters, coachmen and forest workers. However, I use it on my very own way: I have turned the fabric upside down! The typical “Wachau” pattern adorns now the inner life of the garments.
For the girls, I can make exclusive Jacquard. Special details like puff sleeves and buttons with subtle laser designs give the models an additional touch of couture.

Interview mit Verena Wondrak, Gründerin und Designerin des Wiener Kindermode Labels Hilda.Henri.

 

Verena and her daughter Matilda in her studio in Vienna

Verena Wondrak - Designerin mit nachhaltigem Anspruch

Nach dem Abschluss an der renommierten Internationalen Modeschule ESMOD in München sammelte Verena Wondrak Erfahrungen im Modebusiness. Nach beruflichen Stationen als Modedesignerin für zahlreiche bekannte Marken und Zentraleinkäuferin sowie Geschäftsführerin für den Einzelhandel, war der nächste Schritt zur eigenen Kollektion fast vorbestimmt. Mit der Förderung durch die Wirtschaftsagentur Wien gründete Verena Wondrak Anfang 2013 mit Hilda.Henri eine hochwertige Walk- und Strickkollektion mit nachhaltigem Anspruch. „Ich möchte mit meinen Entwürfen Emotionen wecken, Geschichten erzählen und Erinnerungen hervorrufen“, sagt die Mutter einer dreijährigen Tochter. „Alle meine Entwürfe haben eine klare Botschaft: Hilda.Henri ist optimistisch! Ich glaube daran, dass Lebensfreude und Verantwortungsgefühl vereinbar sind und dass Verantwortung nicht mit Verzicht einhergehen muss“, erklärt Verena Wondrak ihre Motivation.

Q: Was steht hinter dem Namen Hilda.Henri? Gibt es hierzu eine besondere Geschichte?

A: Ich liebe Geschichten zu den Dingen. Und natürlich gibt es auch eine Geschichte zu Hilda.Henri: Meine Großmutter, zu der ich eine enge Bindung hatte, war gebürtige Wienerin und hieß Hilda. Den Namen Henri mag ich sehr gern und hätte ich statt einer Tochter einen Sohn bekommen so wäre sein Name Henri.

Q: Wie kamen sie auf die Idee eine Walkloden-Kollektion für Kinder zu gründen? Was ist das Besondere an diesem Material für Sie?

A: Walk begleitet mich schon seit meiner Kindheit. Meine Mama hat meine Schwester und mich bereits im Kindergarten in Walkjacken gesteckt. Ich erinnere mich gut an meinen roten Walkjanker: er war dunkelblau eingefasst und hatte kleine silberne Metallknöpfe. Am liebsten trug ich dazu meinen grünen Schottenrock. Meine Mutter kombinierte schon damals das traditionelle Material mit modischen Teilen. Viele Jahre später, als Studentin an der Modeschule Esmod, kam mir dieses besondere Naturmaterial während meines Praktikums Kleidermacher im Salzburger Land wieder unter die Finger. Seitdem ist Walk mein Lieblingsstoff! Nach der Geburt meiner Tochter war klar: Kindermode aus Walk, das will ich machen! Weg von der Tracht: authentisch, besonders, hochwertig und zeitlos. Meine Kleidungsstücke sollen durch die Familie gereicht werden können und lange leben.

Q: Was ist das Besondere an diesem Material für Sie?

A: Walk ist ein natürliches Wollprodukt ohne chemische Zusätze und mit temperaturregulierender und atmungsaktiver Wirkung. Er eignet sich hervorragend für die Verwendung in der Kindermode. Wollwalk aus reiner Schur- oder Merinowolle ist weich, leicht, strapazierfähig, wasserabweisend und langlebig. Er passt sich der Körperform des Kindes an. Das wertvolle Lanolin bleibt der Wolle beim Herstellungsprozess erhalten. Außerdem ist das Walken eine traditionelle, umweltschonende und ökologisch bewusste Fertigung, die meinem eigenen ökosozialen Anspruch gerecht wird.

Q: Aus welchen Artikel und Größen ist Ihre Kollektion aufgebaut?

A: Herzstück meiner Kollektionen sind hochwertig verarbeitete Mäntel, Jacken und Capes aus Walkloden, für Mädchen und Buben. Ergänzt werden diese Teile mit Röcken, Kleidern, Hosen, und Strick. Ich biete meine Kleidungsstücke in Doppelgrößen an, so dass sie die Kinder mehrere Saisonen begleiten und zu Lieblingsteilen werden können. Gr.2 (86/92) bis Gr.16 (170/176). Zu jeder Kollektion gibt es innovative Accessoires wie z.B. Mützen, Stirnbänder oder Schals. Ab 2014 sind ausgesuchte Teile auch in Damengrößen mit im Programm. Mutter&Kind im Partnerlook!

Q: Woher kommen Ihre Inspirationen für das Design der Kollektion Hilda.Henri?

A: Für Herbst/Winter 2014/15 habe ich mich von russischer Folklore, den letzten Nomaden des Nordens und von Tschechischen Märchen inspirieren lassen und transportiere meine Kreationen in die Neuzeit und ins urbane Leben.

Q: Auf was dürfen wir uns in der neuen Herbst/Winter Kollektion 2014/15 besonders freuen?

A: Besonders stolz bin ich auf meine neuen Mäntel! Bei den Jungs kommt der traditionelle Kalmukstoff zum Einsatz, der wegen seiner Robustheit von Flößern, Kutschern und Waldarbeitern früher sehr geschätzt wurde. Allerdings verwende ich ihn auf meine ganz eigene Weise: ich habe den Stoff umgedreht! Das typische Wachauer Muster ziert jetzt das Innenleben der Kleidungsstücke.

Für die Mädchen habe ich exklusiv Jacquardstoffe anfertigen lassen. Besondere Details wie Puffärmel und Knöpfe mit dezenten Lasermotiven verleihen den Modellen zusätzlich einen Hauch von Couture.

Milk On The Rocks For FEIYUE

Feiyue literally means “Flying Forward”. Top French brand Feiyue Kids has teamed up with the kids' label "Milk On The Rocks" for a second collection. Feiyue's lightweight canvas plimsoll first hit the streets of Shanghai in the 1920s, bringing together all walks of life, from workers to politicians. Feiyue crossed the borders and arrived in France in 2006. Feiyue has been the fave trainers for martial artists and celebrities around the globe with its lightweight soles and uppers. You can buy all pairs of their Milk on the Rock for FEIYUE styles here.
www.feiyue-shoes.com

Feiyue Delta mid x Milk On The Rocks "Grey black yellow blue"  price from 70 Euro.

Feiyue Delta mid x Milk On The Rocks "Heart" , price from 70 Euros

Feiyue Delta mid x Milk On The Rocks "Tiger" price from 70 Euros

Feiyue { féyué } : Feiyue { féyué }: Französische Übersetzung aus dem Chinesischen mit "fliegen" und "durchqueren".
Feiyue auf Englisch = Flying forward. In der chinesischen Tradition spricht man von FEIYUE, um die Dualität der Erhöhung zu bezeichnen. Erhöhung des Körpers und Erhöhung des Geistes.

pictures ©2014 all from Feiyue

The magical world of ígló&indí.

Ígló&Indí is a manifestation of a creative state that children have easy access to, a place where the mind gets to roam free. A state we long to persevere, as we become adults. I truly believe all children are artists. They see colors, shapes and patterns as tools for creation … where there are no limitations - only opportunities.
Ígló&Indí´s head designer, founder and artistic director is Helga Ólafsdóttir. 
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 all pictures © 2014 igloandindi.com