I might not be completely impartial {blame my French origins},
but when looking for the best children wear
the label will most probably be in French.
the label will most probably be in French.
French clothes for kids are classic, elegant, cute,
JACADI
The brand: founded in 1976, Jacadi creates
high quality children wear & footwear
with a distinct chic parisien.
The tag: that French chic is reflected on the price tag,
but it's worth the price is you're looking
for kids' wardrobe staples & occasion wear.
Best buys: girl's summer dresses
(with gorgeous Liberty motifs)
& boy's formal outfits & shoes
(they stock beautiful, quality shoes).
CYRILLUS
The brand: created in 1977 by a mother
who couldn't find children's clothes to her taste,
Cyrillus is all about simple & classic design.
The tag: affordable & good value.
Best buys: adorable kids' formal wear
and cute home accessories
to decorate little one's bedroom.
PETIT BATEAU
The brand: the legendary French label, founded in 1893,
revolutionised the clothing world
by creating the first panties in 1918.
The tag: a bit steep, but worth it
for its excellent quality and classic designs.
Best buys: obviously the 100% soft cotton underwear,
their Breton striped marinières
You can find Jacadi's collection in London's stores (they don't have a UK online shop), more info at jacadi.com
Cyrillus ship all over the world at cyrillus.com
Petit Bateau has a UK online shop, more info at petit-bateau.co.uk
What a cute post but it made me gasp - no panties before 1918??? How awful! I have a new appreciation for the tortures of Victorian clothing.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Mandy! I was equally surprised - how did people manage before that?!
ReplyDeleteYUCK. I had absolutely no idea. I saw an image recently of a child in Vietnam. She was wearing no diapers but 'split pants'. Totally gross.
ReplyDeleteOne more reason to be thankful for Petit Bateau then!
Deleteps: I don't even want to imagine what 'split pants' are.
There is something about French children's clothing that is impossibly cute and stylish. I love it!
ReplyDeleteOh yes, it's hard not to love it!
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