Fit for any occasion…
Birthday parties, weddings, daddy and daughter balls, Christmas, Chinese New Year… there is always something to celebrate in Hong Kong. And let’s face it, what little girl doesn’t love to don a touch of tulle? And which parent really needs an excuse to suit up their little prince on a random Tuesday? We’re here to cover party wear for both girl and boy, for all those special dates you’ve got in the diary. As you’re shopping for a special occasion, a special price tag is likely, but we’ve tried to find an assortment that is tailored to both, budget and occasion. Happy shopping!
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Retykle is our go-to place to get designer threads for less. The preloved online store stocks hundreds of designer kid’s brands from Bonpoint, Burberry, Dior, Jacadi, Nicholas & Bears, Petit Bateau, Ralph Lauren, Stella McCartney and many more.
Ranging from new with tags to gently used condition, you can snag a bargain as clothes can be up to 90% off the original price. What’s more, you can offload and make money from your own child’s outgrown wardrobe, catering for ages 0 – 10 years old. Here is a stylish selection of what Retykle has to offer (left to right): Jacadi Dress $290; Florence Eiseman Shirt, Shortall & Jacket $520 (sold as set); Bardot Junior Dress $200; Troizenfants Dress $190 and Gusella Shirt $590, Jacadi Trousers $180 Janie & Jack Bow Tie $60.
Retykle, Unit 611, Remex Centre, 42 Wong Chuk Hang Rd, Wong Chuk Hang, www.retykle.com/collections/occasion-wear
On the hunt for the ultimate party dress? My Little Princess is here to make your little girl feel like the belle of the ball. Retailing at $980, these adorable fun Tutus for little princesses aged 1 to 8 years old. With 10 metres of tulle in every dress, My Little Princess can also custom make Tutus, though they’re definitely on the steep side (from $2,000).
My Little Princess, My Little Princess is available at all Partytime shops in Times Square, Causeway Bay and Princes Building, Central.
This beloved brand really needs no introduction. We’re constantly falling in love with the exciting new products Seed Heritage has in store. From beautifully designed apparel for children of all ages, to comfy and chic shoes and accessories. The girls party range is perfect for this time of year, with so many special occasions right round the corner. Favourites include the cotton and sequin cardigan and star sequin purse for the girls, and the anchor neck tie and royal yacht bow tie for the boys.
Available at various Seed Heritage locations throughout Hong Kong, www.seedheritage.com
Taking inspiration from story time classics, Gusella retells Snow White through its Fall / Winter collection for boys and girls. Your own little Snow White will stun in a vibrant Antille Dress and your prince charming will be decked in a sophisticated Santiago jacket and trousers. The perfect match. Known for its stunning shoes, Gusella complements the scarlet dress with red Sardegna Ballet shoes and comfy, formal boys shoes. The Christmas collection is all about bringing a “Classically Contemporary” take, and we love the bright reds, sparkly dresses and dapper waistcoats.
Gusella, Lee Gardens Two Shop No. 224 28 Yun Ping Road, Causeway Bay, www.gusella.com
China Doll Kids puts a modern twist on the traditional qipaos for girls aged 2 to 10 years old. The dresses are tailored out of leftover fabrics from various designer houses – brocade silks and a hand-sewn, hand-beaded mandarin collar completes the look. The result is a whimsical mix of East and West. Retailing from $1,480, China Doll Kids is available at Partytime in Times Square, Causeway Bay and Princes Building, Central.
China Doll Kids, You can find China Doll Kids at all Partytime shops in Times Square, Causeway Bay and Princes Building, Central; www.chinadollkids.com
Suit up the littlest of fellas with the help of Next Direct. The price point is extremely attractive with this Navy Stripe waistcoat and shirt retailing at $176 and the Navy/Red braced pinstripe trousers at $104. The best bit? Next ship to Hong Kong in no time at all and the online store has suit options for both babe and teenager.
Next, available online at www.nextdirect.com
With each divine dress names after a girl’s name, Velveteen’s darling collection will make you drool. Rose gold and blush pink are certainly a favourite of mine this season and this sequinned Veronica dress ($1,015) has me wishing they didn’t stop at children’s sizes! The Miranda ($730) sleeveless dress in Rose Gold Lurex with pleating at the neck finish, swinging silhouette, oversized faux (phew!) shoulder bow ties and a button placket closure at back is a gorgeous addition to any girls wardrobe (available for kids aged 2 – 14 years old).
Velveteen, available online at www.velveteenclothing.com or find the collection at Petite Bazaar on Queen’s Road and Gough Street.
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J. Crew caters for any occasion with its preppy little Ludlow boy’s jacket. With the blazer available in velvet, corduroy, oxford cloth, linen, wool and cotton, you have got your little man looking dapper all year round. Hot climes call for cotton and the Italian Chino (HK$1580) and Seersucker (HK$1380) blazer is ideal for Hong Kong heat.
J. Crew, Various locations around Hong Kong, www.jcrew.com
Every girl needs a little black dress in their wardrobe, and what better than a Bonpoint number? Rich in the savoir-faire of a couture house, thanks to its artisan studio in Paris, Bonpoint has created an exquisite collection for this Fall/Winter and the Black Flavie ($2,830) dress in velvet with lace collar exudes timeless sophistication. Though it’s on the pricy side, we like to think of this as an “investment” piece worth passing on to younger siblings or friends with growing little ones.
Bonpoint, Prince’s Building, Shop 329, 10 Chater Road, Central
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