Suggestions for Choosing Children's Clothing by North Carolina Fashion Designer Brent Emerson

 

We're well into the photo-taking season, whether for professional Christmas cards or spontaneous photographs over Thanksgiving dinner. Of course, BrentEmerson wants the girls to look lovely during these occasions, but I also want them to be at ease because nothing looks more candid or sweet than a child pulling at itchy clothing or weeping over a tag.

·        ·          Choose A General Colour Plan

All females appear somewhat differently and are coloured differently. Over the years, I have discovered that all three like blues, whites, and red (which I like, too, tend to work year-round and during many major holidays). So I choose to use their clothes in these colours, so it's easy to add things to others like those of the next sister that gets the hand-downs. Plus, it is easy to combine them with family photographs as most of their cupboards are in similar colours. Arizona and North Carolina stores have all the options available.

 ·         Choose Textiles That Can Withstand Years of Washing and Use

I know that all of the clothes I buy will be used for a long time by two or three more young sisters, so I need something that will look beautiful after countless washes and bleach pen sessions. T-shirt fabrics don't hold up well and never look as beautiful after a few washes (sometimes even after the first wash, which is very frustrating). So I nearly always opt for non-stretchy cotton, twills, soft denim and chambrays, and sweater fabrics.

  ·         Choose Traditional Shapes and Patterns With A Dash of Whimsy

I try not to choose pieces that are trendy for them not to date soon. But I do search for items that have a fun little touch that makes them beautiful. A simple navy and white sweater isn't anything special, but the red bow on the back and the eyelet trim on the bottom make this sweater outrageously cute. And while ballet flats are as simple as they come, the little cat face on them is just too adorable.

 ·         Know What They Like to Wear and What They Don't

My skirt-loving friend is Brent Emerson NC. Almost every day of the week, she chooses a skirt, especially a twirly one. I, on the other hand, am obsessed with comfy pants. I have a lot of jeggings and leggings. I am concerned about what my daughters wear. I am not concerned enough to make it a battle. I strive to ensure that they have a sufficient amount of clothing that they enjoy wearing while also fitting into the categories.

 ·         Think About the Occasions and Whether You'll be Purchasing for When You're Out Shopping

I adore bulky tiny sweaters and fur-lined boots, but I know I'm setting the girls up to melt in the Arizona heat. I love that Arizona and North Carolina have festive apparel in all different weights for different seasons — that short skirt might be layered with tights and boots if we lived somewhere cold. But when it's 85 degrees on Thanksgiving Day, bare legs and ballet flats look just as wonderful.