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10 Hidden Messages in High-Street Kids' Clothing (And Why We’re Saying No to Them)

Discover the hidden gender stereotypes in high-street kids' clothing, from design choices to fit, and learn how they shape children's perceptions. ...

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5 Reasons Why High-Street Brands Promote Gender Stereotypes in Kids' Clothing

In this article we explore 5 reasons why brands uphold the pink, blue divide, from market-pressures and profit margins to a lack of diversity in le...

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5 Ways To Inspire Inclusivity In Kids

From promoting empathy and critical thinking to normalising differences, these are just a few ways you can inspire inclusivity in children and pave...

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5 Benefits of Dressing Kids in Bright Colours

We often see an explosion of colourful clothes in high-street shops during spring and summer. But the benefits of a bright, bold wardrobe are just ...

Junior Design Awards: Best Unisex Fashion Collection

2023 has been quite a year for Ducky Zebra, topped by our recent award win: GOLD for Best Unisex Kids Fashion Collection by Junior Design Awards.

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5 Ways to Challenge Stereotypes During The Holidays

5 easy ways to involve your children in challenging gender stereotypes during the summer holidays. From becoming a supermarket 'gender detective' t...

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5 Reasons Why Unisex Baby Clothes Are Good: For You, Your Baby and the Planet

Why are unisex baby clothes on the rise? From easy sharing and money saving through to greater comfort and positive messaging they benefit not only...

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Colourful kids’ clothes: Can they really affect your child’s mood?

Have you ever heard of dopamine dressing? Sunny Wallis takes a look at how different colours can affect your child’s mood and behaviour. Spoiler al...

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Webinar: Closing the gender gap of confidence and emotional literacy

We're delighted to be co-hosting a free online event on how we can close the gender gaps of confidence and emotional literacy in children. With gi...

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Help your child challenge stereotypes at school

How can we break the cycle of gender-stereotyping with our kids? Teaching them to question the stereotype and offer a counter-example is one parti...

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5 ways to involve children in challenging stereotypes at home

In partnership with Lifting Limits we share 5 easy ways you can involve children in challenging stereotypes at home. From becoming a supermarket ge...

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5 ways unisex kids' clothes make a positive difference

In this article we look at how unisex clothing can make a positive difference to children, their parents and carers, and the planet. Here are our t...