Nico Nico AW12

Definition of cool: Nico Nico. This brand has been a favorite for a while but I have just seen the Autumn/Winter 12 collection (best yet? I think so). Great shapes, styles and color, and available from a wide ranging 18 months up to 12 years of age. The garments are made locally in the USA and use only fine organic fabrics. Great knitwear and I especially like the poncho inspired jacket, it's a unique piece and looks so unbelivable comfortable as well, the blue oversized cardigan/jacket is also on the wishlist. But for now, let's enjoy the summer collection!.

Headbanger

it's been an odd weekend where I have not be allowed near the blog, I am getting withdrawl symptoms.
I was at a photoshoot on Thursday and as usual was in hurry which resulted in me banging my head on a door. It's only a light concussion but it means I have to stay away from my computer (and TV, books and work!!) for a few days. My hubby Lee is helping me with this post which is good but the whole thing is very frustrating. Anyway I will be back up to speed in a couple of days but I just thought I would let you know whats happening. 

TANE ORGANICS ARE LAUNCHING...

I love this, TANE Organics are launching a line for preemies. TANE has been a The Junior favorite for a while because of their Japanese inspired design and use of organic fabris. The new collection will be available in two sizes: 0, fitting 3–5 lbs (approx. 1–2,5 kg), and size 1, fitting 5–8 lbs (approx. 2,5–3,5 kg), and with four simple shapes and modern neutral colors you will have no problem finding a favorite. My little L was a pre-mature baby, 4 weeks early, and I remember having problems finding clothes that fit her tiny body. I remember buying a lot of French brands since they run a lot smaller. I think this is a great idea, I would have loved having this brand available when I was looking for outfits for my 'preemie'.

TANE Organic preemies will be in stores from June!.

PS. I had an argument with a door today and my doctor has banned me from using the computer for a couple of days...crisis ;) My husband is helping me out, just so you know.

Official Guest Blogger at CIFFKIDS

CIFFKIDS will again host Northern Europe's largest children's fair from August 9th to 12th. I was asked along with fellow bloggers Lisbeth from It's Fashion Baby and Peggy from Paul et Paula, to be the official guest blogger over at CIFFKIDS Blog. Check it out for news, trends and inspiration!. Here are some new brands attending the fair this time around: Milibe, IKKS, Noa Noa, Pip Bags and PèPè, to name a few.

I loved attending CIFFKIDS last February and for my first post over at CIFFKIDS Blog I wanted to put together a little flashback of what was going on last time… A great fashion show hosted by COVER Kids. They did a fantastic job putting together all the looks from the exhibitors (the trend show is on every day at 1pm during the fair). The best part was of course meeting all the people behind the brands and seeing all the collections close up. You meet so many interesting and talented people at these events, love it, and can’t wait for August...will I see you there?.

Fournier FW12/13

This is a fairly new brand for me, but it didn't take me long to fall in love. Fournier has this great story behind it and the entire line is manufactured in Bolivia. The designer, Anabel Fournier, started the brand Fournier as a way to help local women while living in Bolivia in 2004. Today they have 80 women knitters that knit and crochet all the pieces. The work with Fournier allows them to secure food, health care and education for their children. Most of the women are single mothers. The model that Fournier works after tries to make a difference by working directly with each artisan instead of using cooperatives. This way they make sure that each person gets paid a fair wage. How great is this!?. 

All the pieces are hand knitted in baby alpaca and a blend of baby alpaca with bamboo, this is perfect for the cold winters in Scandinavia!. While waiting for the fall collection we can enjoy spring/summer here.

New In:

I did some shopping before Easter and had it delivered to Sweden, because of the holiday it didn't arrive on time and my Mom just sent us the package now. It's like Christmas everytime, I always forget what I bought and get so surprised!. Here is what we got: Stripy shorts from TUSS, dotted shorts from BOBO CHOSES and leggings from Mini Rodini. LOVE!. Everything was from Scandinavian Minimall. 

Pssst: Scandinavian Minimall are having mid season sale!. Starting today and until Sunday you can get 25% off everything with the code midseason12. 

Time for Poppy Rose

We got this amazing dress in the mail the other day, it's designed by Danish brand Poppy Rose. I can tell you right away that I'm not usually a big fan of pink as a single color on a outfit, BUT, this dress has something special. It has this really cool pattern which looks like fresh watercolors, big snowflakes or something...and when the light hits it, well, it's pretty awesome!. Anyway, this would also look really cool with a pair of worn out Converse and a big grey hoodie.

I Love Wildfox

I came across this brand through this other blog (novaleeblog) and I just had to share it asap!. Wildfox Kids is a L.A. made brand, as you can see they make cool tees, soft sweat shirts, wearable sweatpants and leggings. It's for girls in the age of 4–14. I really love the printed tees with that 90's feel and the fact that you can leave the house wearing the sweatpants (which isn't always the case with other brands)... and how cool is the girl modeling??. Über cool if you ask me!. This is the fall collection btw.

Emile et Ida SS 2012

Another French favorite for you!. This brand started out in 2007 and are now selling their wonderfull clothes all over the world (0–16 yrs). The team behind Emile et Ida are getting a lot of their inspiration from vintage fabrics and styles (which I love!). I really like the simplicety and softness this brand gives me, I'm in love with the floral dress on the second pic and the yellow tee + grey pants on pic 4...in other words, we are big fans!

A Day Off

On our day off, May 1, it was all about play. L had a great time with BFF A and Rabbit.

Ice Cream Pants from Soft Gallery, Tee from American Apparell, Gold Cardigan from Gold-Piece.