As a parent getting a child dressed in the morning, most childrenswear needs to fulfill three main criteria: it fits, it’s relatively clean and it allows the kids room to run around and have fun.
Unfortunately, the kids often have other ideas. The fact is that most clothes for children simply aren’t fun and exciting enough; why have boring jeans and a t-shirt when you can have a detachable ghetto blaster, scarf made out of candy floss and magic wand hidden up the sleeve of your jumper?
Although for most children clothes are what mum and dad force onto them to stop them being cold, we can’t help but wonder if they want something more than that. Read on and see what you could be wearing, and what the catwalk would look like, if only the kids were in charge. From MyCinnamonGirl to GAP, the childrenswear fashion scene is booming.
Sweetie Sweatshirts: We all love sweets, cakes and biscuits, but why keep them in the cupboard when they can be easily accessible at all times? The latest thing the cool kids are wearing is edible clothing: think t-shirts made from woven flying saucers, party rings instead of jewellery and strawberry laces on one’s shoes. Think how much more fun the world would be if you could snack at will! And think of how little laundry you’ll need to do! Sweetie Sweatshirts: coming to a sweetshop near you soon.
Invisibility Cloak: OK, so JK had this one first. Most children would agree, though, that an invisibility cloak would come in handy sometimes, particularly in ‘drawing on the wall’ or ‘getting muddy in the garden’ situations. And for the grown-ups; well, your boss can’t give you any work to do if he can’t see you!
Magical Toy Tee: Clothing for children just isn’t fun enough. With the new Magical Toy Tees, you can have your very own Hamleys toys at the push of a button. Simply close your eyes, think of what you want, and press the dedicated Hamleys button on the sleeve of your t-shirt. Within seconds, a miniature version of the toy will have appeared in your chest pocket, which you simply blow on to make into normal size. When you’re finished with it, blow on it again, place into your pocket and it will return to the toy shop in perfect condition. Easy!
Helicopter Hat: Running late? No problem with the new Helicopter Hat, dedicated to getting you to your destination on time, every time. At the flip of a switch, this revolutionary cap will sprout propellers and fly you off into the sunset, while you control the direction by simply telling it what to do. It’s a very clever hat, after all. This item is also good for those who tire easily, or have a lot to carry (just don’t drop anything!).