Business Details
22 Years
experience
Timeless Children's Clothing Collection
Founded in 2004, Little English has established itself as a premier designer of high-quality children's apparel. Our collections combine traditional craftsmanship with modern aesthetics, featuring hand-smocked garments, intricate embroidery, and exclusive prints developed in-house. With over two decades of experience dressing children from sizes 3M-14, we maintain rigorous standards of excellence across our product lines and customer service.As a woman-owned business, we prioritize timeless design and durability, creating garments meant to be cherished and reused across generations. Our products are available through flagship partnerships with luxury retailers like Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus, as well as direct-to-consumer channels.
Services
Smocked Dresses
Hand Embroidery
Seasonal Apparel
Children's Outerwear
Gift Collections
Crochet Accessories
Printed Fabrics
Heirloom Garments
Luxury Retail Partnerships
Direct Sales
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- 20+ years specializing in children's apparel design and craftsmanship
- Exclusive in-house designs with hand-smocked and embroidered details
- Durable construction for multi-child wearability and heirloom preservation
- Available through luxury retail partnerships and direct ordering
- Commitment to traditional craftsmanship with modern functionality
Services
Smocked Apparel
Our signature smocked apparel combines traditional needlework with modern design. Each piece features intricate hand-smocking that maintains shape and elasticity while offering decorative appeal. Designed for special occasions and everyday wear, these garments use reinforced stitching patterns to withstand multiple children's wear cycles while preserving their aesthetic integrity.
Seasonal Collections
We release curated seasonal collections that blend current fashion trends with classic elements. Each season's line includes themed patterns, color palettes, and motifs that reflect both contemporary tastes and enduring style principles. These limited-run collections ensure customers receive fresh designs while maintaining the brand's signature quality standards and attention to detail.
Luxury Retail Partnerships
Our strategic partnerships with premier retailers like Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus provide curated access to our collections. These collaborations ensure proper presentation of our brand values while reaching discerning customers who appreciate craftsmanship and exclusivity in children's fashion through trusted luxury retail environments.
Direct Sales
Our e-commerce platform offers direct access to the complete product range with detailed size guides and styling recommendations. The website features seasonal promotions, exclusive online-only items, and personalized customer support to help clients navigate sizing, care instructions, and product selection for their specific needs.
Heirloom Construction
Every garment incorporates reinforced stitching and premium fabric blends engineered for longevity. Our construction methods prioritize wash-and-wear durability without compromising aesthetic quality, ensuring pieces maintain their shape, color, and decorative elements through repeated use across multiple children and extended storage periods.
People
Shannon Latham
CEO & Founder
Shannon Latham established Little English in 2004, drawing on her background in fashion design to create children's apparel that balances tradition with modern functionality. With over two decades in the industry, she oversees creative direction while maintaining commitment to quality craftsmanship and business growth.
Dunn Latham
President & Designer
As President and lead designer, Dunn Latham collaborates on seasonal collections while managing production standards. Her design philosophy emphasizes wearable artistry, combining technical expertise with an understanding of children's lifestyle needs to create garments that are both beautiful and practical for active young wearers.
Emily Cashman
COO
Emily Cashman oversees daily operations, ensuring seamless execution of design, production, and customer service functions. With extensive experience in luxury children's fashion management, she implements systems that maintain quality control while scaling business operations to meet growing demand across retail channels.
Kelsey Smith
Marketing Manager
Kelsey Smith leads brand strategy and digital marketing initiatives. She develops content campaigns that highlight the brand's craftsmanship heritage while connecting with modern parents through social media storytelling, influencer collaborations, and targeted advertising that emphasizes product longevity and design excellence.
Stewart Sweeney
Associate Designer
Stewart Sweeney contributes to design development and pattern creation. With formal training in textile arts, he specializes in adapting traditional motifs for contemporary children's wear while maintaining technical precision in garment construction. His work ensures consistent quality across both seasonal and core collection pieces.
Questions
What sizes do Little English garments fit?
Our clothing fits children from 3 months to 14 years old, with detailed size charts available online to help determine proper fit based on current measurements.
How should I care for hand-smocked garments?
Machine wash cold on delicate cycle, tumble dry low. Avoid ironing smocked areas directly. For best results, follow specific care instructions included with each garment.
Are garments available internationally?
Yes, we offer international shipping through our website and partner with global retailers. Some exclusive collections may have regional availability restrictions.
What is the return policy?
Unused items may be returned within 30 days of purchase. Final sale items and personalized/monogrammed pieces cannot be returned. Please review our full policy before ordering.
How are seasonal collections released?
New collections launch quarterly, with preview events for email subscribers. Seasonal items typically remain available until stock depletion, while core collection pieces maintain longer availability.
Do you offer customization options?
Selected items allow monogramming through our website. For extensive custom requests, contact our design team to discuss possibilities beyond standard offerings.
