RESH FINDS
Soft Serve
Traditional styling meets the softest threads in French label Sol de Mayo’s latest collection of cashmere and cotton clothing— its second to hit stores stateside. Girls get crewnecks, cardigans and dresses in a mostly gray palette peppered with pink and golden yellow. Meanwhile, round-neck pullovers and vests in gray, blue and key lime lend a sophisticated look to little gents’ ensembles. Some unisex sweaters are available, too, and each cashmere piece is handmade by traditional artisans at a family-owned factory in Kathmandu, Nepal. Wholesaling from $40 to $112, sizes range from 2 to 12 years. Visit www.sol-mayo.com.
Local Hero
With years of architecture and design experience and a strong commitment to local production, Cristina López-Lago and Maria Llerena united their efforts to bow Motoreta, a small-scale brand of kids’ clothes made in workshops in the south of Spain. Wholesaling from $22.59 to $76.45, the brand’s sophomore collection comprises structured coats, knit sweaters, slim leg pants and a sprinkling of geometric prints for a sophisticated spin on fall dressing. Sizes range from 2-3 to 10-11 years. Check out www.motoreta.es.
New Traditional
Austrian brand Hilda Henri makes its U.S. debut in Fall ’14 with a collection of clothing and accessories for boys and girls in sizes 1 to 12 years. Inspired by Russian folklore and Czech fairytales, the line includes dresses, skirts, trousers and knitwear made from milled loden, a traditional Alpine felted fabric produced from boiled wool, ensuring each piece is lightweight, durable, water repellent and breathable. Wholesale prices range from $25 to $102. Check out www.hildahenri.com.
Helping Hand
Nicole Williams Glass founded her infant and toddler clothing line Tag New York with the intention of giving back to the talented artisans she met overseas during her previous career in highend product development and design. That’s why her socially responsible brand only works with fair trade organizations and small-scale manufacturers around the world. Moving into its second season, the line has expanded beyond printed tunics and pants to bow a unisex line of rompers, hats and mittens made from baby alpaca and pima cotton in sizes 6 months to 3 years. Wholesale prices range from $18 to $60. Go to www.tagnewyork.com.
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