| Summer is always an amazing time for kiddos. Three | | | | lightweight versions of top styles and ensuring they |
| full months of endless possibilities, boundless energy, | | | | have plenty of air conditioning with busted out knees |
| and rays of sunshine beckoning marathon play dates. | | | | and holes near pockets. A touch of acid wash and |
| As the temperatures rise, so does the emphasis on | | | | cleverly placed patches are welcome additions as well. |
| comfy and breezy pieces that are easy care and | | | | Minimalist Nautical: While nautical themes are always |
| versatile. Here's a rundown of some of the hottest | | | | great for children's fashions, this summer's trends show |
| trends hitting children's fashion this summer. | | | | a slight twist on tradition. Instead of obvious references |
| Bold Shoes: Whether they are lime green | | | | to the sea such as pairing anchors, rope, and boats the |
| checkerboard sneakers or cherry red loafers, bold | | | | choices are more subtle. For example, breezy dresses |
| colors and bold patterns are in. They make the ultimate | | | | with assortments of red, blue and white flowers are a |
| fashion accessory for little ones and can instantly perk | | | | popular choice. For boys, the emphasis is on just one |
| up and otherwise boring outfit. A great example is | | | | focal nautical piece, such as a batik anchor on a |
| leopard slip on sneakers with a red knit dress for baby | | | | sandblasted tee. |
| girls or bright green loafers with khakis shorts and a | | | | Gold Glitz: As kids spend their days frolicking in the sun |
| retro plaid button up for baby boys. | | | | their bronzed skin becomes a badge of summertime |
| Sporty Style: With summer camp in full swing, kids are | | | | success. Gold accessories are the perfect way to |
| dressed to impress in sporty styles that emphasize | | | | pay tribute to the joys of sun worship. A couple of |
| athletic cuts and innovative fabrics. Racer back | | | | standout pieces are toddler t-shirts with gold |
| necklines on dresses for girls and stretch fabrics with | | | | embellishments, linen dresses with a golden shimmer, |
| UV protection are top picks. Boys enjoy graphic | | | | and oversized gold buttons on sports blazers for boys. |
| printed board shorts made from quick dry fabrics, | | | | As you welcome summer fun this year, be sure to |
| screen printed tanks, and lightweight cargo pants. | | | | add a couple of these must have staples to your list. |
| Denim Disasters: Surely a relief to moms everywhere, | | | | These children's fashion trends are sure to land your |
| distressed denim is back in style. The more stains and | | | | little ones on the best dressed list for summer fun. |
| frays the better. Top designers are introducing | | | | |