"Playing dress-up begins at age five and never truly ends." — Kate Spade, American fashion designer
As children, most of us loved sauntering about in outlandish clothes and dressing up for special occasions. While it all seemed a lot of fun back then, childrenswear is serious business these days. Kid's fashion scene is huge these days with options to choose from.
Parents are always on the lookout for trendy garments of good quality so that their little ones are always at their fashionable best! Meanwhile, retailers are constantly striving to showcase the latest in children’s clothing, footwear and accessories, given how discerning their customers are today.
So, what is it that little fashionistas can look forward to wearing in 2019? We give you a lowdown on what is in vogue this year:
Gender-neutral fashion: Do not want to limit your child’s choices? Then make a conscious effort to avoid stereotypes while dressing her up. There has been a gradual shift towards gender-neutral fashion for children, with both conscientious parents and designers ditching the typical ‘pink and delicate for girls, and blue and brainy for boys’ approach.
Sports-inspired style: In 2019, you will notice kids’ apparel and accessories that explore sports-inspired styles for both boys and girls; dinosaur and automobile prints for girls; delicate colours and prints for boys; science and math motifs for girls; and embroidery and crochet for both boys and girls.
Tribal and folk style: This year, many designers are drawing inspiration from folk traditions, using their own interpretations for a modern twist. The influence can come from all over the world — think African, Aztec, Native American and the Indian tribal communities. So, beads, feathers, pom poms, intricate thread work, tribal-influenced floral embroidery and geometric patterns are going to be hot in children’s fashion.
Metallic tones: While gold and silver-toned clothing and shoes are the rage these days, pretty colours with a metallic sheen are trending in children’s fashion too. Shiny biker jackets in pink and mauve, sparkly sandals, gold buckles on dresses and pants, and silver or rose-gold bags and backpacks, are bound to make your little one sparkle!
Nature-inspired fashion: Think your little fashionista will look gorgeous in a leopard-print dress? Or want to pick up that t-shirt made of organic cotton for your little boy? Well, the fashion pundits will nod their heads in approval. Around the world, with increasing awareness about our deteriorating environment and the urgent need for conservation, this sentiment is percolating to the fashion scene as well. So, designers are moving towards natural and organic fabrics. In 2019, the focus is on using environment-friendly fabrics such as organic cotton, khadi, organic wool, jute and fabric made with bamboo for children’s apparel and accessories. In terms of prints and patterns, flowers, foliage and earthly colours are popular.
Denim: Denim can never go out of style for anyone, be it children or adults. It is timeless and always fashionable. All over the world fashionistas are obsessed with denim wear. Today, when it comes to your mini-me, denim is not restricted to just jackets and jeans, but also cute denim shoes, comfortable dresses and even, denim earrings!
Girl Empowerment: Girl Power quotes and messaging will be seen on even girls kids clothing, and look out for matching Mom & Me girl power fashion.
A version of this article can be found at Parents Circle.
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