We initially launched KIDLY Label swimwear in 2020, in the middle of the first lockdown. Far from ideal! No-one knew for sure if they'd be getting anywhere near the beaches or enjoying anything like a normal summer. But we knew that we wanted out first swimwear range to be stylish, sun-safe and perhaps most importantly, sustainable. For Summer 2024 we've introduced new pieces and even more shades, stripes and prints. Here's how the range all came together.
The checklist
Before any designing happened, we started with a checklist of features. Sun-safe - that's a no-brainer. And swimwear's almost like your child's summer uniform, so it also has to be comfy and elastic enough to pull easily onto a wriggly baby or impatient toddler, but mustn’t sag with wear. It has to look good too - obviously!
Finally, summer gets us outside lots - appreciating what a precious resource the natural world is. So we felt it was really important that KIDLY Label swimwear range should be sustainable too.
The sustainable fabric
Our design team created key pieces that can be paired and even layered. We chose a high quality recycled fabric made from 80% recycled pre-consumer nylon waste.
"The fabric feels beautifully soft and has UVP50+ protection," explains Vic Tang, KIDLY's Head of Creative. "Choosing it fits in with our KIDLY Label ‘Going Green’ mission, which means we make sustainable choices wherever we can. And it give us the quality of garment we know our customers expect.”
The colours
Finally, we chose colours. We always put a lot of thought into our KIDLY Label palette. The joke in the office is that our designers even dream about colour! Our swimwear for Summer 2024 has more colours that tone, mix and match. You can choose contrasting separates or go head-to-toe in one colour. Or pick neutrals that'll team with any shade. We also introduced on-trend Recycled Swim Shorts, hats and matching Reversible Bucket Hats. And don't forget a pair (or two) of KIDLY Label Jelly Sandals, Sustainable Sunglasses, Swim Shoes, Sliders or Sandals!
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