This edit takes pieces from the first AW18 drops from a couple of my favourite instashops, and shows how to create endless outfits from a capsule collection of key stylish pieces paired with good quality basics. Kids are not like us, they actually need a new wardrobe each season as they grow so much, so its worth buying pieces that complement each other to give you lots of outfit choices.

When looking through the new clothes I received for Y, I realised that the colours were very similar to what I had recently bought for myself, or had in my existing wardrobe. Our ‘twinning’ is never deliberate, I guess I just favour clothes for my little one that I would happily wear myself!

So here’s the edit. A gorgeous colour palette of monochrome, mustard and a hint of mint and teal to brighten it up. The layering pieces, lightweight cotton dungarees and sweats for Y, and the staple trousers, midi dresses that can be worn all year round, and a couple of basic tops for me, are all perfect for transitional weather and endless outfit opportunities.

These are the items I bought from Turtledove London & Another Fox, both independent brands I found on Instagram. Turtledove make beautiful organic clothes for kids, and their AW18 collection ‘New Ways of Seeing’ is inspired by the works of British Artist David Hockney. Another Fox make modern unconventional kidswear, and their new collection ‘Other World’ takes inspiration from the tv cult show Stranger Things, with dark moody colours, and extraordinary creatures prints. I have been buying from both brands for over a year now and their clothes are stylish, comfortable and long lasting. They offer ready to wear clothes for 0-8 years. Whilst the pieces I buy are for a 2 year old boy, their clothes are gender neutral and can be styled for both boys and girls.

From the 6 items purchased above, I can create 12 different outfits from those pieces alone, both for cooler summer days and for those days that start feeling a bit wintery. That’s one of the best things about the layering pieces that Turtledove London offer as set.

If you prefer to buy just one or two trend pieces from a selection such as above, then below I’ve picked out some coordinating High Street finds, including the most beautiful pinafore dress from Zara Kids. Style this with the Black & White sweat top from Another Fox and black boots for an edgier look.

From all of the above, here’s some ideas of outfits for both girls and boys.

And finally, if you want to complement your kids style with your own, see below a gallery of images from my wardrobe (all current season) combined with the 6 items for Y I showed you at the start. Featuring a couple of my favourite Scandi brands Weekday and Selected Femme, along with some High Street faves like Zara and ASOS.

If you head over to my Instagram, I’ll be sharing images of us both styling these outfits over the next month or so, or follow my hashtag #motherandministyle.

Enjoy x