Calling all Mini-Fashionistas in Metro-Detroit! Summer is here and that means sun-drenched days filled with splashes in the pool, cold ice cream cones, and delectable fashion designed to help you and your family keep cool. Here at DMB, we’ve rounded up this season’s hottest fashion trends (and enlisted the help of our own little ones) to bring you our 2017 Summer Style Guide for Baby + Kids!
This summer calls for juicy ice pops and lots of SPF (Seriously Playful Fashion, that is!) From colorful pom poms and tropical prints to clothing embellished with a rainbow of rich embroidery, these fabulous finds are hand-picked just for you! As your family slides into summer let us highlight the trends your kids are craving this season!
For a picnic, the playground, or fun at the pool, a graphic tee will keep Mini cool! Graphic tees are a functional wardrobe staple the whole family can rock all summer long. Look for tees that sport a fun slogan, a bright patchwork design, or even a 3D appliqué.
Squares, triangles, asymmetric prints, oh my! From a smattering of polka dots and gingham squares to Ikat print and zigzags there is no shortage of geometric prints in this summer’s kids clothes.
You little one is sure to make waves this summer dressed in a preppy polo, nautical stripes, seersucker fabrics, and clothing that sports a seaside motif. Anchor your look (see what we did there?) with khakis and light linen fabrics for easy breezy style. For boys, a crisp polo or rolled-cuff shirt look sharp paired with shorts and boat shoes, loafers, or slid-on sneakers.
Pair your little one’s favorite striped tee with a fun accessory or two (think: sunglasses, hats . . . a sparkly tiara!) to create a look that is as unique as your child. Also, for a look that is uniquely your own, go ahead and mix prints and patterns. A striped top with floral shorts? A-ok! Polka dots with an embroidered top? Yes and yes!
Most trends mentioned in our guide are great for both boys and girls, but if your girly-girl wants added frills, opt for clothing with scalloped edges, lace, ruffles, bows, or wavy rick-rack trim. These styles add color, texture, and delightful detail to a flouncy maxi dress, rompers, skirts, and more! Here are a few more cute options, most under $20!
- Colorful Tassels (worth the splurge!) & Pom Poms (. . . can’t pass this one up!)
- Embroidery
- Tropical Prints & Florals (Girls & Boys)
- Chambray (Girls & Boys …and one more for her. Okay, last one, just for kicks!)
Where to shop: Head over to your local Old Navy, Target, T.J.Maxx, or Marshalls for the latest trends in children’s fashion. For a splurge item or two, J.Crew Factory can’t be beat! Also, be sure to check out local factory and outlet malls, Mom 2 Mom sales, children’s consignment and resale shops, and online “Buy, Sell, & Trade” sites for many affordable alternatives to major retailers. (One of our moms scored an adorable Mini Boden t-shirt for just $6 at a local consignment shop! Mini Boden tees retail for upwards of $30 each online.)
Now that you know which fashions are trending, be sure to keep an eye out the next time you go shopping. A chic chambray romper for her? Check. A cool graphic tee for him? Double check. An iced coffee and maybe a new bauble or two . . . for YOU? Check, check, triple check!
What are your favorite fashions for Baby + Kids this summer? Show us your pics in the comments below!
