Toddlers With Attitude

Here at Juvie, we like to say that we can dress all of your kids, from your hip toddler to your trendy tween.

But wait a second...can a toddler even BE hip?  I mean, sure, they're on your hip most of their waking moments.  And no, we didn't say hipster toddler...we know they're not out scouting the hottest indie rock band, or drinking PBR in oversize vintage glasses (with what are likely clear non-prescription lenses).  They're also not wearing ironic facial hair.  But they are hanging out with their fashionable, fun, and go-ahead-and-say-it, hip parents.  So, they're hip by proxy.

Ben Sherman flag top

Ben Sherman Guitar top

We love these new long sleeve t-shirts from British menswear favorite, Ben Sherman for Boys.  They start at size 2T, so your little guy can show some Cool Britannia attitude at preschool.

Kingsley is another line that always evokes shrieks of, "Cool!" from kids and their grown-ups.  They're on a designing hiatus right now, but we've got a few styles in stock in the little sizes (2T-6).

Kingsley Dinosaur Kit set

Kingsley Skandy t-shirt

The little dude has to cover up on the bottom as well, so check out these big boy style cords, chinos and denim from Wes and Willy:

Wes and Willy black chinos

Wes and Willy motorcycle flannel pants

Wes and Willy charcoal athletic pants

So go ahead and embrace your toddler's right to be hip!  Shop at Juvie for fast, low-rate shipping and the best selection for toddler girls and boys.

Tween Clothing Trends for Back to School 2011

What's on the fashion radar for tween clothing this fall season?  The color watch for fall shows jewel tones mixed with darker hues (think charcoal gray) popping up everywhere for girls.  Girls will be drawn to the fun mix of textures and prints from Libertalia, a Los Angeles designer known for fashion forward tunic style tops.  Cotton Caboodle's designs for fall are similarly rich in tone, but with a sportier, preppy look in garnet and amethyst-hued solids.  Boys will find lots of deep turquoise, reds, and greens in Chaser's line of pop-culture-referencing graphic t-shirts.

The time lag between adult and children's clothing styles continues to narrow this fall, with several trends that are hot on the heels of their grown-up counterparts.  Skinny cargo pants take a girl's two favorite pieces (cargo pants and leggings) and combine them into one go-to garment she'll reach for day after day.  Look for Juvie's skinny cargo pants in a neutral green that can be worn with everything from It Jeans.

Another grown-up trend taking the kid's world by storm is girl's faux fur vests.  The hooded faux fur vest from Peas and Queues is expected to sell out well before the cold weather actually hits.  And not leaving out the little guys, Juvie has partnered with Babiators to bring toddlers their very own hip aviator sunglasses that are safe and comfy for the little active sun-lovers in your family.

Big kids going back to school will all want a very grown-up backpack by Scratch Tracks Fydelity.  A full-size backpack that's already awesome in puffy silver, these also have built-in speakers that connect to any mp3 player, letting them study music pieces for a recital, or relax with their favorite tunes.
 

Juvie focuses on high quality, age-appropriate and and modern clothing at great prices for boys and girls in sizes 2T-14.  Updates on new merchandise, trends and promotions from Juvie can be found on their Facebook page.

Fall 2011 lines arrive through September.  To see the latest styles as well as sale items up to 60% off please visit Juvie online.

Spotlight on the Designer: Wes and Willy

Wes and Willy is our everyday go-to designer for boys aged toddler to tween.  Originally known for their screen print t-shirts, Wes and Willy is now so much more.  Their clothes have a great preppy/athletic/rock vibe that suits every boy.  Whether you're looking for some dressier black chino pants, a cute toddler baseball t-shirt, or a vintage-inspired motorcycle hoodie, Juvie's selection from Wes and Willy is the place to shop.

Wes and Willy clothing is very high quality.  We find that the line washes extremely well, with little to no shrinkage.  Sizing is highly consistent, and true-to-size.  Pants are almost always made with an adjustable waist, with nice long legs for the older boys.  The line is 100% cotton (unless otherwise noted), and soft, soft, soft.  You can shop Wes and Willy boys clothing here.

Wes and Willy Boys Clothes at Juvie by Barrett on Polyvore.com

Charlie Rocket: All American Clothing for Boys

Charlie Rocket Clothes for Boys

Many of our customers are looking to buy more brands that are made in the U.S., and we're always happy to point them to Charlie Rocket, a clothing company based here in Los Angeles that makes well-designed, well-constructed, modern and hip clothes for your boys.

Charlie Rocket clothing has a prep/surfer vibe.  You'll find lots of screened t-shirts with fun graphics, plaid shorts, fleece pants, and well-cut denim. 

Charlie Rocket follows the surf/skate trends closely, and as a result we find that the cut of their tops (t-shirts, hoodies, twofers and polo shirts) is boxier and larger than a lot of our other designers.  If you like this oversize look, you can order your boy's normal size.  If you prefer a more streamlined look, order one size smaller than usual.

Charlie rocket pants, fleece pants, and shorts are very consistently cut and run true-to-size (not oversized, like their tops).  All of their garments are made of super soft cotton that is pre-washed and overdyed, meaning you won't get any shrinkage or fading in the wash.  You can count on Charlie Rocket boy's clothes to outfit your boy in durable, stylish outfits from Juvie in sizes 5-14.

Desigual for Girls at Juvie

Desigual for Girls at Juvie

We're so happy to bring you Desigual girls clothing!  Desigual bills itself as, "Atypical Spanish wear since 1984."  Since it's hard to imagine any of our kids as being "typical," we think that this description is just right.  Desigual clothing for kids has just the right mixture of whimsy, color, style, and practicality.  Desigual dresses, tees, blouses and hoodies have details such as embroidery, appliques, metallic prints, and pattern blocking that are rarely seen in children's wear, and that make the pieces really stand out in a girl's wardrobe.  These design elements are coupled with comfortable, high-quality construction, making Desigual the first thing your girl will want to put on day after day.

Desigual designs collections twice a year.  We get new items in February and August, and you can find our Desigual Girls Shop here.