Petit Bateau clothes for ever!

The History
Petit Bateau is a highly respected French clothing brand, established in 1893 when it began producing quality underwear for men, women and children. The Petit Bateau underwear range became renowned in 1918 after Stephen Valton invented the pants without legs, a style adopted throughout the collections for Petit Bateau women, men, children and babies underwear. Petit bateau baby clothing developed further in 1950 after the first baby bodysuits were designed, increasing their image as an innovative and creative brand dedicated to comfort and design. The underwear range has grown to include all types of clothing including pyjamas, sleepwear, baby grows, newborn clothes, baby clothes and men’s and women’s clothing.

The Style
Since the first store opened in Paris in 1978, the company has established itself as a fashion leader with a Petit bateau online shop and strong Petit Bateau UK and US customer base. This success is due to the Petit Bateau style that is simple and stylish with distinctive features. These features include the milleraies stripe which can be seen throughout the Petit Bateau boys, girls and baby collections. The pinstripe adds colour and a nautical style to t-shirts, bodysuits and underwear. Petit Bateau is the definition of designer baby clothing made from the highest quality of fabrics and perfectly designed garments. A large selection of Petit Bateau clothes are made from soft cotton, making them comfortable and practical to wear. The Petit Bateau girls items feature delicate floral prints throughout the seasons, distinguishing a pretty and girly look for the collection. Many products contain the brands sailing boat logo, adding a nautical theme to the casual pieces. Petit Bateau captures the spirit of French baby clothing and kids clothing, combining style and practicality to make timeless fashion pieces.

The product
With a strong brand image Petit Bateau has developed key products that are in demand and popular throughout the seasons. The Petit Bateau yellow raincoat is a must have piece, admired by celebrities and mothers alike. The raincoat is a real miniature of the fisherman cire raincoat and is made from exactly the same waterproof high quality material. The underwear collection is another key product range due to its comfort, style and established quality. The wide variety of T-shirts are core to the brand, ranging from animal graphics to simple two colour stripes. All Petit Bateau products are distinct yet simple and wearable, holding their fashion status and appearance due to their high quality.

The brand prides itself on the fact its designs are timeless in both design and quality, allowing them to accompany their wearers through every moment. Whether it's a little girls dress she wants to treasure for ever or a baby gift that is priceless in value, the brand offers something for everyone that will be appreciated forever.

Petit Bateau also design a 'Depart en Vacances' collection each summer. The range meaning 'Off on Holiday' is designed for exactly that. With bright pops of colour, classic designs and light cotton fabrics, the items are perfect for sunny days at home and away! The collection includes Petit Bateau's renowned underwear as well as lovely day wear pieces. For girls there are flouncy skirts and combicourts while boys can enjoy relaxed shorts and tank tops! Bold stripes run throughout the 'Depart en Vacancies' range adding a touch of summery seaside style.