Perhaps you’re inspired by how the French parent. Or perhaps you just like
their clothing. Though an international shopping trip may not be in the cards this summer,
why not check out what the kiddos are wearing across the pond from the comfort of your couch? With just the
click of your mouse, you’ll be expanding your little one’s horizons. —
Edamame is a UK-based
brand with multinational influences. Their claim to fame? Rose fibre–a soy
based yarn that is eco-friendly and soft as silk. Reasonable prices and classic
style make the clothing irresistible. And since every parent knows that baby bloomers make an outfit, what could be
cuter than a bottom covered in lilac polka dots?
$12, edamameapparel.com
Both fanciful and sophisticated, je suis en cp! has
exuberant prints for boys and girls. Available in some U.S. cities, you’ll wish
the clothing came in adult sizes. C’est la vie! And with exquisite attention to detail, it’s no surprise that the designer
began her career designing wedding dresses. Love those
pleats and the bright poppy belt.
$75,%uFFFDjesuisencp.com
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Three sisters created the gender neutral, classic styles of Lila Spain and their clothing will have you itching (but not
your kids!) to take your ninas and ninos out on the town. Crisp, cool and cotton, this mao collared shirt is sure to give your little guy debonair
flair.
$38.50, lilaspain.com
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Even with all the options to choose from, there is something unique about
Swedish-based Pale Cloud. Asymmetrical shirts, silk dresses and rich
embroidery set them apart. Your fashion-forward girl will love the rich detailing of this lightweight,
feminine shirt.
$165, pale-cloud.com
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Il Gufo’s motto is "children dressed as children," and this
Italian brand does it with style. Started by a mom of three, the brand recently
opened a flagship store on Madison Avenue.%uFFFDWith%uFFFDcolorful, top-quality%uFFFDpieces, we
can see why they’re on the road to expansion. This bold, stripey blazer is sure to please both stylish moms and
comfort-seeking little guys.
$200, ilgufo.it
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An Icelandic star, Sunbird Kids aims to bring out children’s
inner creativity. Their playful spirit infuses the entire collection
with fringes, hidden details and an attention to comfort. A fairy-winged tunic? Pure genius. Your daughter can wear a costume to
school and you can call it clothing.
$68, sunbirdkids.com
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BooFooWoo, a popular Japanese brand, is making inroads in the
U.S. And for good reason! Their%uFFFDdelightful designs like the aptly named, "hippy
happy yuppy boo" embody childhood, but with a distinctly
Japanese%uFFFDflavor. These shoes are so cute, they’ll knock your socks off!
$92.50, boofoowoo.com
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Tali
Rosenblatt-Cohen is a mother of three (all of whom will be in school
come September. Hooray!). An indoorsy type, books are her only hobby. As
such, she is a former literary agent who currently writes, edits,
teaches writing, and reviews books. She and her family live on the Upper
West Side.
