Kids Contemporary Key Item Trend Report - SS 2011

MPDClick released their Kids' Contemporary Trend Report for Spring / Summer 2011 - straight from the major runway shows.  We thought we would share it with you......

Key Items -
Children's: S/S 2011, white dresses play with frothy textures and volume. Appliqued bow tops and traditional macs mix things up. . . Prints are vibrant and loud with kitsch lightweight knits and tie-dyed effects.

  

Applique Tops

Key words: Far left: Yellow satin bows; swing T; bright palette. Second left: Fluid fabrics; loose fit t-shirt; feminine tones; varying pink satin bows. Centre: Oversized applique bow; salmon pink & rose; floral corsage detail. Second right: Mix & match aesthetic; expressive illustration; monochrome palette; floral corsage detail. Far right: Small satin bows and flowers; subtle sheen; tie dye.

White Dresses

Key words: Far left: Ethereal tulle layers; jersey top; modern lace; tiered. Second left: Decorative floral corsage; coordinating print ruffle. Centre: Feather-light bamboo knit; flutter sleeves; soft volume. Second right: Soft jersey; lettuce hemming; whitened tones; floral screen print. Far right: Vintage slip inspired shape; subverted handkerchief hem; cotton; tie-up straps.

Tie Dye

Key words: Far left: tie-dyed jersey; contrasting hues; floral applique trim; ombre overdye. Second left: Button front jacket; tie-dye effect; frosted pink; violet; subtle sheen. Centre: Solid top; bright hues; tie dye trim; ruffle maxi skirt; contrast color. Second left: Shirr front top; bow applique trim; contrast ombre dye; tie-dyed effect. Far right: Purple tie-dye spiral; psychedelic; 70's inspiration; white jersey.