The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, usually referred to as Kew Gardens, comprises 121 hectares of gardens and botanical glasshouses between Richmond and Kew in southwest London, England. See more at kew.org Our favourite attractions at Kew Gardens includes the Xstrata Treetop Walkway; Climb 18 metres into the canopy of a view of the gardens from the treetops. Palm House; A tropical rainforest awaits...
Read moreHoptimist Hopping collectable fun toys and a Danish Design classic
In 1968, Danish cabinetmaker Hans Gustav Ehrenreich (1917-1984) started the production of Hoptimists. Ehrenreich began with the famous Birdies, but by 1969 Kvak and the classic Bimble and Bumble figures had been born as well. The cute figures and the happiness-inducing design quickly spread throughout Denmark and far beyond. Ehrenreich has received many honours worldwide and today the...
Read morePetit by Sofie Schnoor Stylish yet laid back Spring Summer 2013
It's April and Spring should have made an appearance by now. Meanwhile, snow is falling from the sky and its bitterly cold outside. Growing tired with heavy winter coats and woollen jumpers I'm tempted to ignore the weather, get the winter clothes out of the way to make room for some summer. Surely it most be just around the corner? The Danish children's fashion photographer Anders Hald has...
Read moreNoa Noa Minature gorgeous girls clothes for High Summer 2013
Noa Noa was created in 1981 by brothers Harald and Lars Holstein as a feminine and romantic alternative to the fashions of the time. The name Noa Noa means ‘simple and harmonious’ in Tahitian, and epitomises the bohemian style they have become known for. See more at noanoa.com The Noa Noa Miniature collection for High Summer is arriving in stores in April, like a mild summer breeze. © Noa...
Read moreSpring Essentials for Rays of sun and Woodland flowers
When there's finally rays of sun finding its way to damp gras, cold stone and pale skin -there's an overwhelming feeling of life and joy. As Madicken, a character from Swedish author Astrid Lindgren said: Jeg kjenner livet i meg! I can feel the life in me. Below is a small selection of clothes suitable to wear, when discovering the woodland flowers decorating, for Spring. And when small bouquets...
Read moreDanefae Spring Summer 2013 – kidswear in bright green and yellow
Spring is in the air and Viking style is trending! Cool graphics and bright colours from Danish favourites, Danefae. Inspired by Nordic mythology, Danefae had its first big success with brightly printed ladies raincoats back in 2006. 7 years on and they still do functional womenswear, although the children's wear is what's in demand; There's an expanding range of rainwear, outerwear, t-shirts,...
Read moreA Scandinavian Easter in London
Easter in London has been a long weekend including long family breakfast, lots of outdoor fun in the parks and botanical gardens, Ludo board game in front of the fireplace at the pub, visit to the fun fair, easter egg delivery from the Easter Bunny, lots of Norwegian Easter Marzipan, occasional snow storms in between sunny spells and just lots of treasured family time. @ Little Scandinavian's...
Read moreAnïve for the minors Original prints and The Grand Tour for SS13
The Swedish children's wear brand Anïve for the minors have launched yet another playful and fun collection. The founder Gabriella Lundblad studied fashion design and has a BA from Beckmans College of Design in Stockholm, Sweden. Anïve quickly gained popularity with functional and playful design combined with imaginative print. All prints are made from Gabriella Lundblad's original drawings....
Read moreCircus London PR Press Day in Shoreditch featuring Mini Rodini
Yesterday saw the launch of the new company Circus London PR, with clients like leading UK kidswear agent Vida Kids and online childrenswear boutique for newborn and up to age 16 Childsplay. The PR newcomer had hired warehouse style premises within the ultra cool members club, Shoreditch House, in Hackney London for the event. The pr team beamed with excitement, with an impressive range of labels...
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Fuse Communication Press Day Soho London featuring Mini A Ture
The Fuse Communications press day was held in Soho House in the heart of London's theatre area, just a short stroll from Leicster Square. This particular morning was bitterly cold and it was snow in the air. Shosh from Fuse greeted us at the door and served up coffee -perfect to warm (and wake) up! Mini A Ture Autumn Winter 2013 were on display -and what a gorgeous collection! The Danish...
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