The Tween Scene Shows Fashion Growth

Still a child, not yet a young woman – those awkward tween years are momentous for girls. Their personalities are maturing along with their bodies. Their sense of style is influenced by the media, the Internet, celebrities and peers. Pivotal changes in tweenagers are reflected in their speech, actions, hobbies and clothing choices. There are several terrific fashion brands who recognize that tweens are growing up, and emphasize designs with an age-appropriate balance. JK Tees, Havengirl, T2Love and Claesen’s USA do a great job celebrating young tween spirits with their fashion collections.

JK Tees are to Tie-Dye for

Young girls continue to embrace the groovy era of the 70s, a time of love, peace and freedom. Today’s tweens enjoy sporting a funky 70’s retro look with creatively painted shirts from JK Tees. With humble origins as a pet project for creators Jill Garcia’s and Kerrie Sander’s daughters and friends, JK Tees has blossomed into a growing garments business that has taken off.

Since 2004, when Jill and Kerrie began creating shirts for their loved ones, their unique apparel has become known nationwide. These two fashion-forward women’s insight on the style needs of tweenage girls has made their clothing a hot pick for many mothers and daughters. No longer interested in frivolous designs meant for little girls, tweenagers want their clothing to be casual, with just the right touch of sophistication. Made with ultra-comfy cotton, JK Tees’ trendy tie-dyed and painted open cardigans, T-shirts, glam dresses, open wraps, and hooded tunics easily satisfy the fashion needs of tweens.

For more information, visit www.jktees.com

Eclectic Trends from Havengirl

Fashionista moms like to dress their daughters in stylish and trendy clothes that exude femininity. Havengirl clothes take inspiration from the subtle silhouettes of ladies’ clothing. The modest lady-like cuts and patterns of Havengirl clothes help keep tweens from feeling awkward as their bodies change into a young woman’s. Havengirl’s designs have been keeping moms and their daughters company from infant-hood to sweet 14. The collection includes dainty bubble skirts, blouses, Calypso dresses, funky rock-star-inspired leggings, shirts and skorts. Havengirl offers a variety of designs that cater to the fashion needs of tweens and young teens. Exclusive Havengirl fabrics include prints such as Confetti, Tiger Lily, Woodstock Peace, Youth Rock in Royalgy, Butterfly Rind and others.

For more information, visit www.havengirl.com

T2Love Offers Hip, Fun and Comfortable Clothing

T2Love proves that less is definitely more with basic lines for young girls and tweens. This apparel company creates a unique combination of elegance and simplicity with their refreshing and relaxing clothing. The laidback designs are great for girls who enjoy lounging in the house with their friends for girl talk or a movie marathon. The contemporary designs are meant to provide the utmost comfort while sustaining the need for style. T2Love’s soft colors and simple cuts are fashionable yet unaffected by the rapid-changing trends of the seasons. The creative juices of young girls and tweens will be triggered as they mix and match the blouses, leggings, dresses, jackets, capri pants, and tank tops. T2Love uses natural fabrics treated with non-toxic dyes to ensure that the clothes are hypoallergenic and non-irritating. The materials are soft but durable and can withstand long-term wash and wear.

For more information, visit www.t2love.net

Claesen’s Offers Casual Style for Active Kids

In 1994, Claesen’s was founded in Amsterdam, where it is one of the leading underwear manufacturers for adults, children and infants. This trusted brand creates comfortable and non-irritating underwear that is dubbed by a lot of people as their “second skin.” From the moment Claesen’s was first imported to the US by a couple of friends in North Carolina, parents have been relieved to find top-quality underwear that does not cause irritation and allergies. In 2003, Claesen’s USA wholesaler moved to Portland, Maine and the brand has expanded. What used to be just an underwear company has grown into an apparel company that produces children’s clothing for all seasons. Their evergreen and seasonal pants, jackets and tops provide comfort and convenience, with a style they describe as “like mother, like daughter, like father, like son.”

For more information, visit www.claesensusa.com