Best kids brands to shop for Christmas

From gorgeous tutus and fairy wings to sustainable wooden toys and matching holiday PJs, these are our pick of sustainably-focused Hong Kong kids brands to shops for the holidays.

Bonne Mère

Children’s heirloom homewares brand, Bonne Mère creates elegant clothing and homeware items for babies and children. These beautiful timeless little keepsakes are handmade with loving hands in India and are heirlooms to be handed down and treasured for generations of little Bonne Mère people. Ahead of the festive season, the brand has launched a very sweet new addition to the Little Vintage collection. The Jewelled Crown Heirloom Fairy Wing and Quilted Eye Mask Set is inspired by the love and desire to make simple and beautiful party dress-ups for every little girl to sparkle and shine at birthday parties and across the festive season. Made of soft Gots certified organic cotton and embellished with intricate star embroidery and a sprinkling of sequin stars and sparkling stones, all applied by hand, this adorable playtime set will make every little girl feel like a princess. Bonne Mère also stocks gorgeous bedding, quilts, baby essentials and sleepwear. Discover the new collection at Hanna Scallop or online at Bonne Mère.

Bimbo Concept 

Bimbo Concept is a multi-brand concept store focusing on modern family life, offering the highest quality products such as kids’ furniture, educational toys, home décor, fashion and accessories. The store stocks over 70 imported brands, such as Konges Slojd, Liewood and Plantoys, and an in-house product line, Bimbo Casa, designed by co-founders Elaine and Luca So-Girardi. Each item is hand-selected to ensure it meets the ‘Bimbo Concept’ standard of style, quality and sustainability. 

Bimbo Concept has stores in Prince’s Building, Central and Lee Gardens Two, Causeway Bay and a fantastic playroom in collaboration with The Upper House, offering a programme of festive workshops over the holidays. For those looking to gift an experience, Children’s Residency Playroom Passes make excellent gifts for Hong Kong children.

The Lion Rock Press

Who in Hong Kong doesn’t love The Lion Rock Press? From the cutest stationary and cards to quirky Hong Kong keepsakes, the brand always comes up with something new to keep us dreaming. Founded by Hongkonger Claire Yates, The Lion Rock Press celebrates its tenth anniversary this year having grown into a family favourite with a permanent showroom in Sheung Wan. A gorgeous selection of Hong Kong-themed gifts and toys make for excellent keepsakes for children in Hong Kong or those who have recently moved away. Kids will love LRP’s Classic Card Games; five classic card games (Go Fish, Memory, Old Maid, Happy Families and Snap) with a Hong Kong twist, there’s also a super cute push-along Star Ferry which is great for little ones.

Pursuit of Chappyness

Hong Kong expat Karin Chapman recently launched her sustainably-focused brand The Pursuit of Chappyness, which stocks beautifully crafted, well-designed and unique children’s clothing and toys. As a mother, Karin was always on the search for reasonably-priced products that her two daughters could wear or play with that would last (and look good) longer than a few months. Having supported many small businesses over the past two decades, she decided to launch The Pursuit of Chappyness with the assistance of her New Zealand-based unofficial product scout/mother-in-law! Currently, the brand stocks sustainable and inclusive Miniland dolls from Europe and super-soft, organic Burrow and Be dresses from New Zealand. Many more products will be added over the coming months. Each brand is extensively researched before being accepted into The Pursuit of Chappyness family. Parents will love and resonate with Karin’s values and little ones will adore twinning with their dolls in Burrow & Be’s carefully-crafted human and doll dresses!

Malabar Baby

Founded by Hong Kong mama Anjali Harjani, Malabar Baby is a beautiful lifestyle brand for babies and children. Anjali founded Malabar Baby after she struggled to find stylish, quality bedding for her son. The brand attracts a dedicated global following. Meghan Markle can’t get enough of these gorgeous block-printed bedding sets inspired by cities and hand-printed in India. The Southside Collection is inspired by the beautiful beaches and hiking trails of Hong Kong. Perfect for babies with a connection to the city. The collection uses geometric shapes and traditional Ikat patterns to create an abstract design. Malabar Baby also works with a number of international and local charities including Mother’s Choice. Malabar’s toddler and big kid cotton knit PJ sets are made from 100 percent Indian organic cotton and come gift packaged in signature Malabar Baby ribbon so perfect for Christmas gifting.

RougeMex

RougeMex was founded in Hong Kong in 2019 by Mexican mom entrepreneur Karla Prompers. The brand has become incredibly popular in Hong Kong due to its reputation for creating long-lasting, stylish-yet-robust garments and accessories with a strong focus on sustainability. All products are handcrafted in the Oaxaca and Chiapas regions of Mexico, with the aim of empowering rural populations and preserving crafting traditions. For Christmas, shop the range of gorgeous dresses, kaftans and tops, many of which are available as adorable matching ‘Mommy & Me’ sets.

Cotton Pigs

Founded by Hong Kong mama Stephanie Zhu, Cotton Pigs offers gorgeous baby outfits and accessories made from the softest organic cotton. Many products are reversible so great for on-the-go tots, whilst also being sustainable. Cotton Pigs recently-launched a new collection of outfits for newborns up to six years old, including a limited Christmas edition, adorable princess-inspired tutu dresses, toddler swimsuits, mama swimsuits, matching sibling outfits, and much more. All outfits are comfortable to wear on a daily basis, but also suitably festive for the party season. Later this month, the brand will launch a range of organic sleepwear, including zippered sleepsuits and matching toddler two-piece sets. Products are available online and shipping is free with a minimum spend. 

Retykle

Founded by Hong Kong mother-of-two Sarah Garner in 2016, Retykle is an innovative resale platform with a growing following in Asia and across the globe. The platform enables parents to buy designer children’s clothing at up to 90% off the retail price. The first of its kind in Asia, Retykle removes the traditional hassle of peer-to-peer childrenswear trade, benefiting both your wallet and the environment. For a uniquely sustainable Christmas, shop the holiday collection for comfy Christmas jumpers and dressed-up sparkly looks to keep your little tykes stylish throughout the festive festive season. 

The Wee Bean

The Wee Bean is a Hong Kong-based baby brand specialising in baby essentials made with sustainable, organic materials, tailor made for babies sensitive skin. Founded by a Canadian couple who encountered severe skin problems with their own baby, they decided to take matters into their own hands. Their organic essentials collection of swaddle blankets, bibs, clothing and more, are hypoallergenic, breathable and gentle enough for delicate newborn skin. Products feature Asian-inspired food designs in the hopes that parents can pass on a nostalgic piece of their own childhood to their little ones. The Wee Bean supports various non-profit and fair-trade organisations and are strong advocates for women’s empowerment. As supporters of plastic-free packaging, their goal is to create environmentally sustainable products that are kind to both your baby and kind to our Earth. The Wee Bean Bamboo Sleepwear Collection and Mommy & Me Matching Collection are the perfect cosy gifts this Christmas.

MiliMilu

Latvian Linda Morrison founded her brand MiliMilu in Hong Kong in 2021. As a mother of two, she had struggled to find organic, eco-friendly and clothing for her children in Hong Kong. Now with a dedicated following, MiliMilu stocks sophisticated and stylish brands that are also organic, sustainable and socially-responsible. Celebrate the festive season with MiliMilu’s expanded kids’ range including plush velvet dresses, cream-striped party shirts, and snug merino wool accessories such as hats and mittens to keep the cold at bay.

Just Peachy

Following the success of Just Peachy’s patented cloth diaper design, the Hong Kong-based brand has recently launched a new line of Feel Good Underwear for kids. It’s silky soft, stretchy, moisture wicking and has natural antimicrobial properties making it perfect for the ultimate comfort all year round, especially for kids with eczema.