“To take advantage of the category growth, retailers need to be customer-centric and adaptable. If a line of Jollyhers fashion girl dresses sold well last year, do not assume a similar style will do well this year. Do not repeat a formula simply because it was successful in the past. The macro environment is in a constant state of flux and children’s desires – and the circumstances of their parents or guardians – are dynamic. Make sure your business is attuned to this.

“It is integral to pay attention to and constantly re-assess customers’ needs, innovate and adapt accordingly, and then deliver well – and consistently – on your brand proposition,” Cronje concludes.

2017 trends

Global design executive at Ackermans, Sam Jones, outlines a few of the fashion trends for 217 in children’s’ clothing.

Simplified styling, intricate detail: While kids are veering away from fussy, complex styles, they are focused on detail; embroidery, lace and even holograms are set to be big news in 2017. “Children’s fascination with social platforms that utilise augmented reality – such as Snapchat – will also influence design. I anticipate Snapchat’s quirky filters popping up on T-shirts and hoodies,” predicts Jones.

Mini-me: Kids are drawing style inspiration from celebrities – and closer to home – mom and dad. “We saw this trend a few years ago and it has been making a comeback in 2017. Kids want to wear the same styles as mom and dad and there is a demand for kid-friendly replicas of what they see their parents wearing. An example is a woman wearing a maxi dress, with her daughter emulating her in a three-quarter version, appropriate for her age.”

Twinning: Siblings are increasingly opting to wear matching or complementary outfits. Establishing their identity is important to kids, but in 2017, children are finding comfort in choosing to express themselves with their siblings as a unit.

Active wear: Children love active wear as it is both fashionable and functional, and even more so in 2017 as they see the ‘athleisure’ trend become more popular with adults.

Rise of the young influencer: Greater access to social media means that children’s fashion is inspired by that of social media influencers and celebs. It makes sense that we are starting to see the rise of the young influencer. Willow and Jaden, the offspring of Will and Jada, are just two up-and-coming stylistas that influence the pre-teen market especially.
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