Winner:GOLD - Best Children’s Swim Accessory Design
Who:Splash About
What:Go Splash Swim Vest (with anti-rise strap)
Why:
These swim vests were an instant favourite for our judges, who felt the light, non-restrictive shape was excellent for allowing kids more freedom in the water, especially as they learn to swim and for all-day comfort in and around the pool. The panel also loved the beautiful non-fade designs and colours of the vests, making them not only aesthetically pleasing but adding great poolside visibility points too. Another bonus for these vests is that they can pack flat, making them great to take away on holiday too!
A thoughtfully designed swim vest that combines safety, comfort, and practicality with fun prints, ideal for travel and perfect for building water confidence in little ones.
I was really impressed with this collection. Lovely prints, high sun protection and freedom for movement in the water.
I love Splash About for all kids’ swimwear. With years of experience and safety testing they just know their stuff!
Winner:SILVER - Best Children’s Swim Accessory Design
Who:WaterLand Baby
What:WaterLand Baby waterproof baby carrier
Why:
This nifty waterproof baby carrier caused a stir with the panel this year. Our judges were wowed by the clever design of these carriers, which are neat, compact and incredibly light. It was agreed that this sling would be perfectly packable for summer holidays and would make water time with little ones so much easier. Hands-free paddling with your little one? Count us in! The brilliant range of colours didn’t go unnoticed, either.
Fantastic! Much needed. Lightweight, really useful and safe way to paddle with your child! Love this!
A clever, adventure-ready carrier that blends safety, comfort, and water-friendly design, perfect for active families wanting to stay close and hands-free from beach to poolside.
I was immediately smitten with this carrier. A great way to paddle while keeping hands free to hold the hand of another child or simply to adjust your sun hat!
This is SO clever! we always have to get out of the water sooner than my baby would like to as my arms tire of bobbing her about, so this is a game-changer.
Winner:BRONZE - Best Children’s Swim Accessory Design
Who:Slipfree®
What:Slipfree® Kids Shoes
Why:
These brilliant water shoes made a splash with our judges, who thought the range of fun prints paired with the smart, slip-on design made them truly stand out. They aren’t bulky or heavy, they’re extremely flexible, lightweight and soft, which our panel felt would make them really comfortable and perfect for taking away on holiday or throwing in the swim bag. Judges loved that these shoes would let kids feel confident around the water and protect from more than just slips – hot sand, rough surfaces and dreaded poolside germs are also no match for the Slipfree® technology.
A brilliantly practical swim accessory that combines safety, style, and comfort giving kids confidence around water while ticking all the boxes for parents too.
I really love the quick slip-on design of these, and how lightweight they are. And I especially love the metallic mermaid scales! They’re super practical, but so cute and easy to slip on that kids won't mind wearing them.
Water shoes are the unsung heroes of every pool or beach day - grippy, check! Quick-drying, check! Adorable prints, double check!
We discovered these recently and love them, they are so versatile and were also worn as my baby’s first shoes as a gentle and easy to wear intro to footwear.
