Muslins - probably the number one most useful and versatile item to invest in when you have a baby or to give someone as a new baby gift. In our household they are everywhere and they are called 'babies', don't ask me why, Finn came up with it and that's just what they've always been called!
Read moreTurtledove London
We've discovered a new unisex brand that makes beautiful kids clothes! Turtledove London was set up by mum of 3, Emma, she launched the first range in March. All pieces are super soft and made of organic cotton, for age 0 - 5 yr olds and if you love simple prints and monochrome then this is the brand for you!
Read moreRunaway Design Collective
With Summer in the air and thoughts of holidays and T-shirt wearing weather on the cards, I wanted to talk about one of our favourite brands for kids tees at Finlay Fox - Runaway Design Collective.
Read moreGo Soaky - Unisex Rainwear
Now there's a reason to love the summer rain! There are some brilliant brands producing stylish rainwear these days. Yes, we are faithful to the old yellow Petit Bateau mac, a complete icon piece in a modern child's wardrobe, but sometimes it's nice to try something new! We were sent a 'Crouching Tiger' rain cape to try out from Go Soaky.
Read moreM&S Kids AW16 Preview
Here are some pics of our favourite pieces from the Kids M&S AW16 press day we attended last week. The themes included 'It's Kooky' which had some fun accessories like the camera bag and winking trainers (would like these for myself in fact!).
Read moreMothercare AW16 Press Day
We went to the Mothercare AW16 Press Day earlier this week and saw some amazing things! Here are lots of pictures of our favourite pieces, all will be available to purchase from August, online and in-stores.
Read moreLittle House of Hackney
If you're a House of Hackney fan beware! They have just launched Little House of Hackney - interiors, home accessories and a beautiful capsule kids range in collaboration with La Coqueta (a London based children's brand). As you may or may not know House of Hackney is pretty expensive but if you're a sucker for the iconic palm print then check the collection out, it is amazing!!
Read moreLala & Zizo Baby range
Vintage Peacock Embroidered Dress Set £69
Finlay Fox went to the launch of the new baby wear label, Lala & Zizo, in Portobello last week. The collection has been lovingly created by Vickie El Rayyes, who has poured her heart and soul into these beautiful pieces. There is a real trend to heirloom and heritage these days with people wanting to buy less and invest more in pieces that will last and can be handed down.
Read more'Smile' by Julien Macdonald baby range
Finlay Fox went along to the launch of the brand new 'Smile' by Julien Macdonald baby and toddler collection for Mothercare earlier this week. Julien Macdonald - yes the British Fashion Designer famous for his red carpet dresses and glamorous designs! Mothercare - the global affordable parenting retailer! Sounds like an odd combination right?
Read morePapu Party
Easter Bunnies
Happy Easter! Enjoy the hot cross buns, daffodils, easter egg hunts and chocolate mess... I love this time of year, especially if the sunshine chooses to show itself. I'm looking forward to some special time away with my little bunnies
Read moreKid's Swimwear Edit
There are some seriously brilliant swimsuits out at the moment - from retro inspired to pretty liberty prints and dinosaurs. Get the best ones now for your little ones Easter and Summer holidays, the good ones always sell out.
Read moreThe Bright Company SS16 Preview
A firm favourite Finlay Fox brand - we love The Bright Company! We were lucky enough to get a sneak peek of their SS16 PJ collection and how adorable are some of the new images for it!
Read moreDinosaurs!
Image: Mini Boden, Florasaurus Dress
Dinosaurs are a current favourite in our household (it seems to be in-built into little boys?!). It's so nice to see retailers realising they aren't just for boys this season too - even Boden have a girls 'Florasaurus' dress, I wish it came in baby sizes...
Read moreUnisex Kids clothes: Shape kids
Another mega kids independent clothing brand we wanted to give a shout out to - Shape Kids. We love this unisex brand and their love of colour, playful shapes and geometry they use. Their gender neutral, stylish clothes are for newborn up to 9 years, they also have some great tote bags for adults.
Read moreBaby Moccasins
Image taken from Mini Mocks Shop
There are so many adorable baby moccasins out there at the moment. My favourite are from the British brand Amy & Ivor and they have a good range of limited edition styles out at the moment. Maybe it's because baby is on the way or deep down I wish they did these in adult sizes but I have become obsessed with these cute little slip ons, here is my edit of the best out there...
Read moreCosy baby
Image: Taken from Mama Owl
It's chilly out there as winter is really in full swing and we dream of having a snowy white Christmas. With a January baby due I've been looking at all the lovely cosy baby products out there. There are some fab independent brands offering high quality knitwear to wrap your small ones up in. Mama Owl, Petite Albion and This Little being our favourite websites to look at and buy from.
Read moreBabies and Kids Festive PJs
More festive fun this time in the shape of Christmas PJs for babies and kids... here is our edit of the best out there - nice to give as a Christmas eve present so they can be wearing them on Christmas day (if you can wait that long!)...
Read moreKids Christmas Jumpers
Yes it's that time of year to start thinking about a Christmas jumper for your little ones (if it's your kind of thing!). Do you go tacky and cheesy or subtle and tasteful with some fairisle knits? There are some great styles out there, my absolute favourite are the Tootsa MacGinty collaboration with the Conran Shop, all based on vintage 1950s designs, they have 4 to pick from but I can't decide which one!
Read moreGap Kids X Peanuts Clothing Launch
Who doesn't love a bit of Charlie Brown and Snoopy?? Whilst most kids may not know who these vintage 50's comic strip then 80's TV characters are it definitely rings a bell with my childhood and feels very nostalgic. We were lucky enough to go along to the launch of the Gap Kids x Peanuts range yesterday at their flagship Bond Street store.
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