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30 May 2014
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26 May 2014
23 May 2014
21 May 2014
1+ in the family
This is a brand I like (Catalan, Spanish once again!). Black on babies is something that had to grow on me, but I'm starting to like it more and more. What I like especially about this collection are the designs. That little button on that shirt!
19 May 2014
bottes de marin
We all know the famous rubber rain boots, right? How clever are these knitted versions for babies though? I love 'm
16 May 2014
14 May 2014
sustainability
One of the things that are important to me in designing a clothing label, is
that it's items are sustainable. I'm not in it
for changing the world - let's be realistic: I'm just another mother with
an urge to create something nice ;) - but I sure do not want to contribute to
making it worse either.
I did some research and found out the highest standard for items is being GOTS certified. A little background:
'The aim of the Global Organic Textile standard is to define world-wide recognised requirements that ensure organic status of textiles, from harvesting of the raw materials, through environmentally and socially responsible manufacturing up to labelling in order to provide a credible assurance to the end consumer.
Textile processors and manufacturers are enabled to export their organic fabrics and garments with one certification accepted in all major markets.'
I have tried my best to get a GOTS certification for my labels, but since I'm just starting up and want my clothing to be affordable, GOTS is not a realistic aim just yet. For now, about 50% of the Finch + Agnes' first collection will be made from bio cotton. Hopefully - given there is a future for Finch + Agnes - new collections will come closer to achieving this goal.
All the more respect for brands like Mini Rodini, Nosweet and Popupshop that offer GOTS certified clothing!
I did some research and found out the highest standard for items is being GOTS certified. A little background:
'The aim of the Global Organic Textile standard is to define world-wide recognised requirements that ensure organic status of textiles, from harvesting of the raw materials, through environmentally and socially responsible manufacturing up to labelling in order to provide a credible assurance to the end consumer.
Textile processors and manufacturers are enabled to export their organic fabrics and garments with one certification accepted in all major markets.'
I have tried my best to get a GOTS certification for my labels, but since I'm just starting up and want my clothing to be affordable, GOTS is not a realistic aim just yet. For now, about 50% of the Finch + Agnes' first collection will be made from bio cotton. Hopefully - given there is a future for Finch + Agnes - new collections will come closer to achieving this goal.
All the more respect for brands like Mini Rodini, Nosweet and Popupshop that offer GOTS certified clothing!
12 May 2014
09 May 2014
07 May 2014
care labels and stuff
As I've been telling you here, I'm starting a kids' clothing label: Finch + Agnes!
It's exciting, nervewrecking, thrilling, all at the same time. Like a rollercoaster, my learning curve is very steep. My dear friend R - we have been whatsapping daily these past six months :) - fortunately has lots of experience in the field. Otherwise I would have quit early on.
It's definitely a different business from what I'm used to. There's negotiating, communicating, being véry detailistic when it comes to design, communicating some more, being a pain in the *** of the supplier, just to make sure he's still on your collection. It's a whole new ball game, that's for sure.
But the results are getting there. Take a look at the Finch + Agnes care labels
Surreal how ideas that have been in the back of my mind for ages, now come to life. And funny how happy one can be with care labels!
Stay tuned for more news about this exciting journey I'm taking.
It's exciting, nervewrecking, thrilling, all at the same time. Like a rollercoaster, my learning curve is very steep. My dear friend R - we have been whatsapping daily these past six months :) - fortunately has lots of experience in the field. Otherwise I would have quit early on.
It's definitely a different business from what I'm used to. There's negotiating, communicating, being véry detailistic when it comes to design, communicating some more, being a pain in the *** of the supplier, just to make sure he's still on your collection. It's a whole new ball game, that's for sure.
But the results are getting there. Take a look at the Finch + Agnes care labels
Surreal how ideas that have been in the back of my mind for ages, now come to life. And funny how happy one can be with care labels!
Stay tuned for more news about this exciting journey I'm taking.
05 May 2014
02 May 2014
30 April 2014
wear for wee ones
As I told you last week, I am starting my new kids label: Finch + Agnes!
'Kids' is maybe not the right term for my target group, since the items will be for babies and toddlers: from 3 months till 2 years (European size 62-92). Let me explain: during their first few months, I've always dressed my boys in onesies. I found these the most comfortable, plus also very cute on newborns. Also from 2 years on, there seem to be so much more options in clothing, plus my boys are starting to have an opinion of their own - I only really have experience with boys' clothing though. It's the ages in between I have found the most difficult to shop for.
First I wanted to start a boys' only line, foremost because boys clothing is sooo boring. Hence also this blog. But in time I found out 1) girls' apparel can be dull and all the same too, and 2) I quite like this new trend with girls dressing more 'boyish' and boys dressing more 'girlish'. In the end it all comes down to comfort, right?
Sure, we want our kids to look cute, cool, nice. That's the whole thing: create clothing that is appealing to me (as a mother) as well as being wearable for the wee ones. It's been a long road, with lots of bumps and u-turns, but I think I've found my style, the Finch + Agnes style.
Inspiration for Finch + Agnes you can find here: www.pinterest.com/finchandagnes
Also, I plan to keep posting about fun brands, cool items and new collections on this blog too. The world (and a kid's closet!) is big enough for many brands, so I definitely want to keep giving a shout out to good design.
'Kids' is maybe not the right term for my target group, since the items will be for babies and toddlers: from 3 months till 2 years (European size 62-92). Let me explain: during their first few months, I've always dressed my boys in onesies. I found these the most comfortable, plus also very cute on newborns. Also from 2 years on, there seem to be so much more options in clothing, plus my boys are starting to have an opinion of their own - I only really have experience with boys' clothing though. It's the ages in between I have found the most difficult to shop for.
First I wanted to start a boys' only line, foremost because boys clothing is sooo boring. Hence also this blog. But in time I found out 1) girls' apparel can be dull and all the same too, and 2) I quite like this new trend with girls dressing more 'boyish' and boys dressing more 'girlish'. In the end it all comes down to comfort, right?
Sure, we want our kids to look cute, cool, nice. That's the whole thing: create clothing that is appealing to me (as a mother) as well as being wearable for the wee ones. It's been a long road, with lots of bumps and u-turns, but I think I've found my style, the Finch + Agnes style.
Inspiration for Finch + Agnes you can find here: www.pinterest.com/finchandagnes
Also, I plan to keep posting about fun brands, cool items and new collections on this blog too. The world (and a kid's closet!) is big enough for many brands, so I definitely want to keep giving a shout out to good design.
P.S. I will keep my personal Pinterest account: www.pinterest.com/bregje
28 April 2014
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