The autumn/winter 08 Pitti Bimbo trade fair show in Florence gave us an exclusive preview of forthcoming trends in children’s fashion. With its array of eclectic fabrics, creative silhouettes, decorative details as well as access to the buzzing

fashion hoodies and shiny padded jackets were often matched with khaki slacks. A dress, fitted with a puffball skirt, made in stone coloured jersey was the standout look. Sporty, minimal and very Calvin! Nothing new, but the classic look is always stylish.

It was all about the padded and quilted jacket at Woolrich, which was fashioned in the season’s favoured colour purple and the more demure black.The American label established back in 1830 showcased a collection which one would describe as samey

Bonpoint are so damn tasteful, often spotted on mini Sloane rangers whilst on their Sunday afternoon walk with nanny. So no fashion forward show pieces or quirky transitional trends here. The a/winter collection was everything that the brand

and beautiful collection, with an interesting geo-print over dresses as well as the ever-popular glittery dresses and playsuits. We loved the bright blue colour, new for the season and the Teddy Boy style coat. We shouldn’t play favourites, but new label

Why did you decide to work in childrenswear?It was always a passion for me from the word go. The colour and sense of humour that comes through in M&Co childrenswear taps in to my personality perfectly.I have always been attracted to the bright

at Kleine Fabriek were companies with a rich history in colour and print. Oilily executed the colour pallete well with an array of summer dresses decorated with neon trims. Digitally manipulated futuristic prints of flowers and food that fashioned sports

Pitti Bimbo 76: The invitesThe winter 2013–14 children's fashion previews were presented at the 76th Pitti Bimbo fashion fair in Florence last week. This year's trends are consistent with the path taken last season and favourite touches

Erica and H&M girlswear Why did you decide to work in childrenswear?I like the way children are free and open minded and have a fantastic sense of humour. I love children’s fashion, and that I have the opportunity to be able to design fashionable

We were hoping that the overcolourful Agatha would reflect the financial gloom and do an all-black collection, but the designer, who is huge in Spain, went all out this season with a rainbow of colours. Good for her!Although an Autumn