Panel talk – the business of kids’ fashion
Pirouette panel talk at Pitti Bimbo '96Katie of Pirouette talks with Piero Iacomoni of Monnalisa, Mogens Jepsen of Molo, Shoshana Kazab of Fuse Coms & Kidswear Collective. They discuss their origin stories and the difficulties and opportunities in kids’ fashion at the…
Mini Rodini x FILA launch – interview with founder Cassandra Rhodin
Today on Pirouette I’m talking with ‘the’ pioneer in sustainable and ethical kidswear, founder of Mini Rodini Cassandra Rhodin. Launched in 2006 Cassandra’s colourful designs are loved throughout the world by both parents and children. In fact in Sweden they are the…
Knut, & Mom Holly Biörklund (Artist & Muralist)
Way back in January of this year I was lucky enough to be introduced to this wonderful human who was accompanying her BFF to Pitti Bimbo. Grouped together on a press/ influencer tour we spent a lovely evening at Betty Soldi’s workshop in a magical setting followed by a…
Parent & Child Interview: India (4), Reef (2) & Mom Photographer Karen Holt
Parent & Child interview Karen is a fantastic photographer using natural light her work with families capture a very real, but beautiful look into the moment. The family lives in a remote part of Lantau Island in Hong Kong. We kick start the Parent & Child interviews…
Past, present & future – Bobo Choses & sustainability, founder interview
Serious about taking responsibility for their social and environmental footprint. Ethical and environmental practices and sustainability are now part and parcel of most kid's independent labels, but back in 2008, there was one brand that spearheaded the conversation. The…
Interview: My Little Cozmo
Women supporting womenKatie chats with the ladies behind this ethically focused brand from Barcelona ‘ My Little Cozmo’ about supporting women throughout the industry.
Parent & Child: Valentina with Stefania @stefbrunetti_
Parent & Child Valentina (5) lives in Melbourne, Australia with her four siblings Stella (18), Serena (14), Piero (11) & Olimpia (1) with Mom & Dad. Mom Stef describes her beautiful brood – Stella is quiet and reserved and very helpful. Serena is the loud,…
Brexit talks:
Brexit talks with Stu Anderson, CEO of Young SolesKatie talks to Young Soles CEO, Stu Anderson about how post-Brexit things have changed for UK based fashion labels. Stuart Anderson, CEO – Young Soles website https://www.youngsoles.london
Interview: Liz Sheppard, Creative Director
Katie talks to Liz Sheppard about her work as a freelance creative director. Liz has worked for more than 10 years, across women’s, men’s and children’s brands – including Levi’s, H&M, Hugo Boss and Next clothing. Liz…
Parent & Child: August and Noor with Kara Naydyhor @gustolovesnono
Parent & Child video August and Noor (twins, age 3) with Mum Kara Naydyhor @gustolovesnono August and Noor, age 3 (in April) live in Tonganoxie, Kansas USA. Their Mum Kara works in the field of rare genetics. She describes August and Noor as her “Miracle…
Interview: Papillon magazine
Full Interview with Stylist Michel Onofrio & Creative Director Cleo Sullivan of Papillon Magazine Teen magazine Papillon launched this week we chat with the two talented ladies behind the relaunch – Stylist Michel Onofrio & Creative Director Cleo…
Interview: Ana Strumpf
Interview with creator and artist Ana Strumpf Katie talks with artist and illustrator Ana Strumpf about animated gifs, doodling, how her re.cover project impacted her career. Ana discusses her approach to collabs, the influence of her family and designing for kids…