Greta Thunberg, the 16 year old climate change activist
What would you do if you daughter came to you and said that she wanted to change the future, but to do so she needs to stand outside the Swedish Parliament every Friday rather than attending school? Greta Thunberg 16 year old Swedish national and climate change activist is…
Notre Dame fire: LVMH and Kering pledge 300 million euros
Following the blaze that tore through Notre Dame Cathedral on April 15 at 6:50pm, private donors have pledged hundreds of millions of euros to help with the future restoration project of this world treasure. Along with private donors the LVMH Group, a world leader in luxury, and…
Introducing Sugarloaf, the consciously-curated concept store for little ones
When Florence was in NYC for Pirouette she met up with Danielle Delaloye owner and founder of consciously-curated concept store for little ones at the The Hudson Collective. Interested in Danielle's curated selection Florence interviews Danielle to find out more.
SS19 Collection Coup De Coeur Hannah & Tiff
Hannah & Tiff - Fresh fruity prints and embroidery for SS19 collection We’ve been watching Hannah & Tiff for a while now with their beautiful range of quilted jackets, but the SS19 collection sees a development of their range and its rather beautiful. With Summer fresh…
Le Petit Lucas du Tertre X Charlie Crane Hibiscus high chair
We’re seeing more and more colour returning to children’s design, and we’re loving the bold hibiscus print on this high chair. The perfect collaboration of Le Petite Lucas du Tertre’s retro-folk style and Charlie Cranes beautifully produced baby and children’s furniture. The…
Triple collaboration! Bobo Choses x Smallable x Isetan
Bobo Choses, Smallable and Isetan,Japan are set to launch a special collection that pays tribute to the beautiful city of Paris! Think stylish berets & friendly cats. The collection is available from April 3 at Smallable & Isetan
Pirouette One to Watch Winners SS19 Interview: The New Society
The New Society all ready to go... Fashion can be a strange black hole of time travel, with designers creating new collections whilst at the same time selling next season's collection during which the current collection drops in stores. Past, present and future all at once. The…
Velveteen opens new London Notting Hill Store
Last night Velveteen opened the doors to their new Notting Hill Store, welcoming press, buyers and friends to join in the celebration. The store is located on the very beautiful and fashionable Ledbury street.
Portugal Kid’s Fashion Week
This weekend the beautiful city of Porto played host to Portugal Fashion Week, and for the first time children's fashion is part of the programme with the launch of their Kid's Fashion Week. The beautifully produced shows meant we were introduced to a selection of diverse…
Debut kids collection by Givenchy’s Artistic Director Clare Waight Keller
Inspired by Hubert de Givenchy’s couture classics as well as her own runway presentations for the house, Clare Waight Keller mixes spirited, urban Givenchy separates with dressier looks Spring – Summer 2019 season. To find out more go to www.givenchy.com.
Soft Gallery releases Pop up collection Me & My…
Softy Gallery has released a Pop up collection entitled Me & My... as a means for Dads, Mums, girls and boys to express their unconditional love on their chest. You no longer just have to wear your heart on your sleeve ;-) Available now! Unconditional love is affection…
Collaboration Gucci x Ignasi Monreal
Gucci x Ignasi Collaboration: Monreal exclusive print T-Shirt & Sweatshirts available at Melijoe Gucci has launched the cutest t-shirts and a sweatshirt with exclusive prints from famed artist Ignasi Monreal. Now available at Melijoe.com ! Plus with every purchase of the…
UKFT advice for a No Deal Brexit
It might just happen who knows? The UKFT provides information to help UK Labels planning for a ‘No Deal’ Brexit. With only 16 days until the 29th March and still no clear sign of the way ahead. The UKFT advise businesses to start planning for a ‘no deal’ Brexit. UKFT Information…
Velveteen to launch Notting Hill London Store
Velveteen is poised to infuse a touch of Californian style into Notting Hill, London with the opening of their first UK based store. Velveteen will celebrate the launch on the 20th March. Pirouette will be there to share the party!
Trade Show Report: Playtime Paris #25
Playtime Paris #25 Parc Floral de Paris January 2019 For the 25th edition Playtime Paris has expanded their lifestyle area to take in the South building. Along with Maison & Object, Playtime Paris now offers a massive selection of children's home and lifestyle brands, with a…
Women’s Day Video: Why I’ll Raise My Daughters to Be Strong, Not Obedient
To celebrate International Women's day another beautifully animated video from The New York Times Conception series. Animation by Lara Lee, series produced by Margaret Cheatham Williams. Animation by Lara Lee Produced by Margaret Cheatham…
World Book Day with Curls: The Mega Magic Hair Swap
The Mega Magic Hair Swap by Rochelle Humes Illustrated by Rachel Suzanne I've wanted to swap my hair from the age of three, at least that's my first memory of wanting to shed my coiled locks. You see, I have extremely fizzy curly hair but I've always wanted long blonde tussled…
Trade Show Report: CIFF YOUTH AW19 / FW19
It was all change for Copenhagen based show CIFF YOUTH. Change of name, change of venue, and a change to the time so to take place alongside the men's/ women's shows for the first time. The space given to the exhibitors to present their collections was generous making for a…