The internet is full of tips & tricks to make a perfect layered outfit. You can find rules to follow, blogs to read and influencers to copy. But actually... it’s up to you ! Like everyone has their own specific dancing rhythm, you got your own distinctive way of styling a great outfit. There’s no right or wrong. There’s only daring and not daring to be you. It’s your outfit you create in your own unique way of layering.

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LIFE IS ART

‘How can you master an art, when life itself is art ?!’ Life will always throw unexpected things at you. You get overwhelmed, scared or helpless sometimes. Mastering just means let it happen. Create a safe space to let your emotions run wild without suppressing them, stay positive and guard your energy. Master the art of awareness and let go !

LISTEN TO YOUR INNER VOICE

Mastering the art of layering means listen to your artistic creative voice. Materialise it. Start picking out pieces that make your kids feel joyful & strengthened. Think about keeping them warm and safe. Look for pieces that can reflect and enhance their personality. Choose colours that light up their face. Watch their mimicry when presenting another layer to their outfit. Tap into your creativity and become a team of artists together discovering your kid’s unique style.

GET GEARED UP

Layering & styling a new outfit is like starting a fresh painting. The artist first buys a canvas as solid base, some good quality brushes he can rely on, materials he likes working with and colours who appeal to him. He looks for a space he loves creating and feels comfortable in. He gets geared up, gets inspired.

Same goes for starting to create & layer a great outfit. You pick a brand you love and can rely on for quality and service. You start with the base, picking out trousers, a skirt or a dress. You get them perfectly fitted. That’s your starting point, your canvas.

CREATE AWAY !

The rest is up to the artist ! A great artist doesn’t follow conventions or rules. He follows his heart and his own inner flow. He lets his creativity bubble up and run free.

Start looking for layers to create uniqueness, personality and style. Discover fabrics, grasp colours, explore fits. Play with different textures and materials, layer ‘outside of the box’ to create a complete overall look. Take your kids on an artistic adventure.

THE ULTIMATE LAYER PIECES

Our new fall / winter collection is full of diverse unique layer pieces to intensify your outfit. Get inspired & start mastering the art of layering !

1. TURTLENECKS

Invented for knights to prevent neck abrasions, the turtleneck is a popular piece nowadays to layer with. It still holds the important element of warmth and protection, but also adds an extra dimension to your outfit. It’s still famous for its intellectual powerful vibe & architectural design. But can be worn playfully when added frills and striking colours like the ones in our fall / winter collection. Uplifting any outfit, it forms an essential & grateful piece in your kid’s winter closet.

2. POLO’S

Designed by French tennis champion René Lacoste as an alternative for his traditional tennis shirt adding more practicality when playing. Fastly picket up by other sports but leaving its exclusive sport context in the sixties hitting the street as refined men’s clothing. Usually made of knitted cotton, more specifically a piqué knit, referring to cotton yarn characterized by raised parallel cords or geometric designs in the fabric.

Always imbedded in our collection, winter & summer, because of its high combination level and ability to transform a plain look into a high-class one. Pimped with colourful stripes to give it a perky typical AO76 vibe.

3. LUMBERJACK COLLAR SHIRTS

‘What do you want to be when you grow up ?’ A common question kids love giving an answer to.  ‘A fireman, a cop, a stunt man !’ Kids love bold and tough activities. It awakens their imagination and addresses their longing for adventure & power. In the eyes of children, lumberjacks are mega cool and powerful. Their strength impresses them, their machinery brings stars in their eyes, their checkered shirts are a ‘want to wear too !’.

Every season we try to capture that sparkle by creating lumberjack styled shirts. Including these big checkered prints into your layering will bring toughness to their outfits, colour to their faces and boost their self-esteem for sure !

4. SLEEVELESS KNITS

We’ve always been famous for our knitwear. Our stylists compose their own unique combination of different yarn materials like wool, polyester, acetate, polyamide (nylon), … You won’t find this composition anywhere else ! It results in exclusive AO76 high quality knits super soft to the touch.

Sleeveless knits are very hot right now ! You can wear them over... everything ! A printed tee, a collar shirt, a dress, … you name it ! It’s the perfect layer to bring extra personality to your look. A great signature piece ! 

5. POLAR BASICS

These polar basics are new in our collection and essential during the cold winter days. The fleece fabric is made out of 100% high quality polyester, which means they’re colourfast, shape fast and wear-resistant !  Its striking blue colour lights up every winter outfit, ideal to create a bright & happy outfit.

6. BODYWARMERS

A quality bodywarmer is a great piece to enhance the practicality of your wintry outfits. Made for peasants in the fields to keep their body warm, while keeping their arms free to move while working. Back then merely a functional item, now a real fashion piece giving your look extra dept, cool & flair. The layers underneath stay visible to the eye, so perfect when combined with printed sleeves or a specific design shirt.

7. JACKETS

Jackets are the most essential of all clothes. They protect you against the elements and make a fashion statement at the same time. They’re like your best winter buddy ! You’re in luck, we have a range of beauties this winter collection. Our big-checkered coats, making every outfit look fashionable. Our preppy fur jacket giving extra style & warmth and our nylon parkers which are perfect winter life-savers ! Have your pick !

8. ACCESSORIES

Like salt added to a dish, accessories bring your outfits alive. They enhance your combination, add richness and can lift your outfit to a whole new level. Dare to make an impression with our big colour-block scarfs, fluffy teddy neck warmers or striking headgear. Layer away !

NEED A WINGMAN ?

‘Does it still feel a bit awkward? Are you not feeling it ? Don’t know which colours suit your kids best ? Hesitating about a certain look ?’ Don’t worry ! Every artist needs inspiration to create. Surf our website to discover more looks & pieces to combine with. Ask one of our sales managers in store to help. They’ll be happy to fly with you on this creative journey.