Boden'tastic

 What a surprise i had today when i went down to Somerset House to view the new Spring Summer collections from Boden. Gone were their sweet but often brash motifs and primary colour palette and instead we were enticed with playful retro prints and an electrifying colour palette of watermelon and citrus brights as well as soft ice cream colours and some fantastic accessories. Its definitely taken a leaf out of JCrew yet given it its own British spin. The verdict: I want it all for Mini Now! Bring on Spring.

JOHNNIE B

Another exciting addition to the Boden range is Johnnie B. It ranges from 8-16 and this retro sundress is heaven as are the pieces below

Colourful denim

Love these hot pink sandals

these multi coloured high tops are sizzling

The perfect summer Kaftan for teens

Love the contrast detailing on these floral print sneakers

fun espadrilles. i especially love the sunglasses ones

And this quilted Indigo jacket lined in a rose bud print is quirky but practical

                                                              MINI BODEN

Mini Boden is where i will now be going to shop for Phin & Mini this spring. I adore these Bensimon style plimsoles. my fave is the citrus yellow

Love the gros grain ribbon tie round these slouchy fit pants

Retro swimwear

This linen skirt is embroidered with bright neon sequin circles, the top is your classic breton stripe turned on its head in neon orange and its paired with a neon pink polka scarf to finish off the look. But its the silver glitter sandals edged in yellow that are making me smile.

I'm loving this bold circle print tunic top and rolled up shorts but maybe that's the Marni girl in me.

Naive bright print sundress

How adorable is this parrot print skirt and turquoise ruffle sandal?

So Talented Mr. Ripley. Amalfi here we come

And finally something for Phin! There were also some great pieces for boys including candy coloured oversized gingham shirts and off beat coloured Breton stripes, great coloured chino shorts and trousers and fun swim trunks too, but I know these trainers are going to capture his heart.