Embracing Hawaiian style in kids’ fashion
Having a fondness for Hawaii and its vibrant culture, it’s exciting to witness the emergence of Hawaiian-inspired attire and accessories in the children’s fashion industry. From Stella McCartney’s playful trompe l’oeil designs to more understated floral patterns tailored for both boys and girls, there’s an option to suit every child’s taste.
For girls
- MERI MERI Flower Garland, €15
- CHLOÉ Flowered Playsuit Blue, €95.83
- RIFLE PAPER CO Hawaii Poster (28×35 cm), €33
- SUNCHILD Mauii Hawaii Swimsuit, €55
- SCOTCH & SODA Palm Trees Espadrilles, €47.50
- STELLA MCCARTNEY KIDS Gray Striped Hawaiian Dress, €60.49
- SPRING COURT Velcro Trainers, €49.17 (-30%) Now €34.42
- MOLO KIDS Fruits Top, €39
- LOUIS LOUISE “Cool” Embroidered Basket, €39
- MAYORAL Striped Swimsuit, €29
- FINGER IN THE NOSE Sunblade Palm Trees Cap, €30
- BOPY Elipse Sandals, €10.50
For boys
- BASS & BASS Guitar, €23
- LITTLE MARC JACOBS Tropical Cap, €35
- TINY COTTONS Sandals, €63
- SCOTCH & SODA Printed Flowered Windbreaker, €95.83
- OBFIVE Cruiser Skateboard 28″ – Tropica RRP, €121.66
- AMERICAN OUTFITTERS Hawaii T-shirt, €42 (-40%) Now €25.20
- COQ EN PATE Organic Whale Mibo Backpack, €35
- BODEN Printed T-Shirt, €18
- MOLO Niko Surf Boardies, $56
- JAPAN RAGS Hawaiibo Distressed T-Shirt, €32.50
- ROCKEFELLA Hawaii Swim Shorts, €31 Now €18.60
The iconic Aloha shirt
One of the most recognized and traditional clothing pieces in Hawaii is the Hawaiian or Aloha shirt, which is characterized by its short sleeves and button-up design adorned with floral patterns. Dale Hope, the author of The Aloha Shirt – Spirit of the Islands, captures its essence perfectly, stating, “Aloha embodies the warm greetings, love, and joy that’s synonymous with Hawaii.” Hope notes that while wearing Aloha Shirts has decreased among locals, there is a growing interest in Hawaii’s vibrant style among individuals in Europe, inspiring many European designers to incorporate these timeless Hawaiian patterns into their Spring/Summer collections.
Local Hawaiian designers to explore
If you appreciate Aloha-inspired fashion, you might want to discover some exceptional local Hawaiian designers, such as WIMINI. A shoutout to cousin D for sharing the latest trends!