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April 16, 2010
I love the new collection from Brights and Stripes that has just arrived. Inspired by 1970’s wallpapers the prints are bold and bright and quite brilliant.
The collection has grown up a little and for those of you who wanted bigger sizes the collection now includes sizes upto 4 to 5 years. The new Spring Summer 2010 collection is now availble from on-line shop.
Our first delivery of Birkenstock arrived with the sun. We have great selection of colours and finishes for you to choose from. Rio is available in Pearlised amethyst or raspberry, metallic silver or matt lime green. Roma is available in both black and white. Both styules cost £34 and are available from size 24 (UK6) to 34 (UK3).
They usually sell out quickly so call in our look on-line to get your summer sandals whilst we have plenty to choose from.
April 9, 2010
As soon as the new collection from Mini Rodini arrived I took home a few pieces. It’s always interesting, sometime unpredictable, to see what Olive’s reaction is. Mini Rodini instantly received the big thumbs up. It’s not always clear why individual things are such a bit hit with kids but as Olive says she loves to wear her Panda Bow Tie Tee and Panda Print Leggings aka her “Panda Suit’”an expression that I love!
Panda Bow Tie Tee £22
When I began working on my concept for Olive Loves Alfie I was on a mission to leave the pink, frilly fru fru world behind. I could have been accussed of banging on about it but it was a constant source of frustation to me. Why did boys have to dress as though they were aspiring to be boring middle aged men and why did girls have to dress as though they were aspiring to being princesses. I was told time and time again that my idea would fall flat on it’s face but unswayed I knew I wasn’t the only person out there happy enough to encourage kids to embrace their individuality and to challenge grown ups who had fallen into the trap of gender sterotyping.
Paint Splash Bubble Dress £34
Almost 4 years later the conversation is now very different and I am definatley not on my own. There are some wonderful designers out there creating great clothes for kids.
We introduced Marimekko women’s wear to our shop last season. Not only did it sell incredibly quickly but we have had great feedback about the quality of the collection. With an even bigger selection this season there is a wide choice of colour, size (size 10 to 16 on some styles) and style. If you are unsure about sizes or can’t see just what you are looking email info@olivelovesalfie.co.uk or call us and we wil be able to advise you. Marimekko create feel good clothing that is incredibly versatile and their pattern cutting is wonderfully forgiving which means even though it isn’t designed with maternity in mind many of the styles will see you happily and styishly through your pregnancy and beyond.
Available in Blk/Aqua and Pink/Tangerine
A vintage devotee even I have been seduced by Marimekko’s dresses that feel great to wear. Selja £88 (above) is my favourite dress that I have been wearing on cloudy days with a long sleeve black tee underneath, capri pants and a 50’s wide belt. As soon as the sun is out it’s going to make a fantastic sun dress. Pirke £119 (below) in crisp cotton is a wonderful summer dress with a slightly more formal feel to it.
Available in one colourway.
Later this month we are planning to have a Marimekko night here at our shop with Marimekko goodies bags and delights from Tokyo Milk. If you would like to be invited please email info@olivelovesalfie.co.uk.
