Fashion Awards 2025 / 16 September 2025

Best Children’s Swimwear / Activewear Collection | Junior Design Awards 2025

Revealing the winners of best children's swimwear and activewear in this years Junior Design Awards

Junior Magazine Fashion Awards 2025 Best Children’s Swimwear / Activewear Collection | Junior Design Awards 2025

Winner:GOLD - Best Children’s Swimwear / Activewear Collection

Who:Muddy Puddles

What:Woodland Wonders - Muddy Puddles AW25 Collection

Why:

Muddy Puddles were a clear winner in their category. Our panel loved the range of adventure-ready pieces from puddle suits to practical and adorable jackets. This brand really knows their stuff when it comes to outdoor wear, and our judges thought that any little puddle jumping connoisseur would be thrilled to wear these cosy lined puddle suits. A spot of rain doesn’t have to put a stop to having fun outside!

Muddy Puddles are THE rainy-day adventure experts.

Bonita Turner, Editor, Junior

This collection is better quality than my own ski-wear!

Ben Richardson, Marketing Consultant and Entrepreneur, @benray79

Winner:SILVER - Best Children’s Swimwear / Activewear Collection

Who:Red Equipment

What:Red Equipment Kids Robe Collection

Why:

Red Equipment’s robes caused a stir with our judges, who felt the attention to detail in every single piece was outstanding – from adjustable sleeve lengths, toggled hoods and hi-vis safety elements to the ultra-soft towel lining, every care has been taken to make these robes work for kids. Our panel loved the brand’s focus on championing comfort, durability and independence, which they felt really shone through in the quality of the robes.

An adventure must-have. All of the designs are perfect for active kids, just throw on and go, whatever the weather.

Bonita Turner, Editor, Junior

So stylish and the fleece lining is so soft, my kids are obsessed!

Eleonore Crompton, Deputy Editor, Junior

Winner:BRONZE - Best Children’s Swimwear / Activewear Collection

Who:Splash About

What:Splash About Baby & Children’s Swimwear Collection

Why:

Splash About made waves with their swim collection this year. UPF50+ materials, and adjustable buoyancy are among some of the impressive technical details of this collection. Our panel raved over the fun prints and bold colours that allow for easy visibility at the pool or beach while also being totally adorable. The brand’s innovative, reusable swim nappies were also a hit with our judges, who loved the design and felt they were a summer-holiday essential.

A reliable swim nappy is the first thing parents need when they pack for the pool or beach, and these ones are brilliant.

Bonita Turner, Editor, Junior

Love all the matching prints so kids can wear coordinating sets.

Eleonore Crompton Deputy Editor, Junior