When I grow up, I want to be....

When we were young, we had many inspirational hopes and dreams of what we would like to be when we're older.

Many children aspire to become a fireman, a nurse or even a pop star!

Bubble London exhibitor 4funkyflavours took inspiration for their collection from ideas of growing up strong, famous, exceptional or rich.

The result is a collection with an endless combination of different colors, prints and materials. Fitting for any budding dancers, athletes, or those who will realise one day, the one thing they want to be when they grow up... is young again!

‘I’m going to play tennis at the top.’

‘First I want to be very rich, and then I’ll buy a fast car.'

Don't miss 4funkyflavours at the Autumn/Winter edition of Bubble London on 29 & 30 January 2012.

Thinking Outside the Box

Rainy days

It's that age old story that when you open up presents when you're young, children sometimes have more fun with the box than they do with the gift itself.

Singapore photographer Anton Tang creates and captures miniature scenes with Danboard Figures, characters which are popular in Japanese manga, relaying all kinds of adventures and emotions.

Watch your step

Japan crisis

Inverted

The photography reminded us of Little Esop's display at the January 2011 edition of Bubble London, winning the stand out competition with their cardboard robot head mannequins!

My Favourite Brands

By Bianca Wessel - Little Scandinavian

My passion for children's fashion was born in 2001 when I became a mum. With two daughters on hand and plenty of styles "tried and approved", here are my favourite collections for Autumn/Winter 2012.

Pale Cloud: high end everyday and formal wear for girls up to 10.

I simply can't resist the luxurious fabrics and fashionable yet

timeless designs for my girls.

Pom Pom: a variety of Danish high quality leather shoes for

children at an affordable price.

We love the style and their genuine interest in the health of tiny feet. 

Sprout by GRO: sustainable fashion for children from Denmark,
now focusing on the tween market.

Innovative and stylish clothes especially designed for older girls. 

Esencia: knits in natural products like Alpaca, Llama and

organic cotton. Subtle colours, comfortable

and understated timeless must have pieces

Finger in the Nose: Fair Isle knit, checked shirts and dresses,

nature and animal prints and even Troll.

French with a Nordic twist. 

Only buy one item this season? Finger in the Nose glam and retro jacket.

Underneath the Spreading Chestnut Tree

As the sunshine wanes and the nights draw in, kick leaves and look to the trees for some autumn inspiration. Here are a few of Bubble London’s fall favourites...  

1. Aravore, 2. Mini A Ture, 3. Jumina, 4. Emma Levine

 Interested in exhibiting at Bubble London, January 2012? click here and ensure your brand is a success on the international retail scene this season.

Buyer registration for the show is now open - click here to make sure you receive your complimentary tickets.

Fashion Fairground

We've been keeping an ear to the ground during Paris Fashion Week, following any coverage of the shows and unveiling of new collections.

When the curtain fell yesterday at the Louis Vuitton catwalk, revealing a full sized carousel with a white horse for each of the 48 models, it quite simply took our breath away.

With laser cutting, Broderie Anglaise, twinkling tulle, applique flowers, feathers and crystals, the ready to wear collection is elegantly ethereal.

Set to a soundtrack reminiscent of a little girl's musical jewellery box, even with Kate Moss on the runway and the heavenly icy coloured clothing; Marc Jacobs' candyfloss carousel still stole the show.