Learn all about MM6 Maison Margiela Kids, a stylish line for stylish children
MM6 is a diffusion line from parent label Maison Margiela, the storied brand founded by Belgian designer Martin Margiela in 1988. The main collection takes a deconstructed approach to chic with breathable fabrics, flowing lines, and trademark design touches. MM6 offers a similar aesthetic to the main line, with a more casual, streetwear-oriented twist.
We sat down with Brave Kid, the manufacturer of MM6 Maison Margiela’s children’s collection and a leader in the sector, to ask a few questions about MM6 Maison Margiela apparel and accessories for the youngest Margiela aficionados.
How does MM6 Maison Margiela Kids manage to capture the essence of the brand? Which elements of the adult collection are also present in the children’s one?
Launched in 1997, the MM6 line continually reinvents the contemporary wardrobe with an irreverent approach, offering collections that wink at the Maison’s archives.
The unconventional approach of adult MM6 is translated into the world of the child, maintaining and reinforcing the brand’s DNA.
How important is comfort in the children’s collection compared to the adult collection?
Comfort is an essential element in children’s collections, the shapes and fabrics are carefully chosen to ensure comfort and functionality without sacrificing style.
And how do you manage to combine comfort and style?
The unexpected combination of contemporary silhouettes, iconic labeling and special materials that distinguish the adult line are also present in childrenswear, without neglecting the specific comfort and wearability needs of the children’s lines.
In terms of sizes and wearability, is there anything in particular to keep in mind with MM6 for children?
The MM6 Maison Margiela kids brand is characterized by a completely unisex Junior range (4-16 years) that includes ready-to-wear garments and accessories.
What materials do you mainly use for your collections, and how do you select them?
The main materials used are jersey and fleece. But the DNA of the brand is mainly represented by denim and poplin to develop the part of shirts and oversized dresses very dear to the brand. In the winter collections, knitwear also plays an important role.
The selection is made starting from the adult line to be then adapted to the comfort needs of the child.
How would you describe MM6 Maison Margiela Kids in three words?
Unisex / Irreverence / Iconic.
How would you like children to feel wearing MM6 Maison Margiela Kids garments?
All MM6 Maison Margiela Kids accessories and clothing redefine the wardrobe with wit and irreverence and are unisex because every child is free to wear what they want and how they wants, according to their taste and personality.
Finally, can you create two iconic outfits that embody the Fall-Winter collection?
Here are the images of the chosen looks: above, the logo wool turtleneck sweater, distressed-knee denim jeans, and black sneakers.
On the right: the white denim jeans. Shop the entire MM6 Maison Margiela Kids collection on italist and save up to 45%.
About the Author
Alex English is the Head of Content Marketing at italist.com, building on a lifelong passion for fashion and luxury. After publishing a lifestyle blog for nearly ten years and obtaining an MBA in Milan at SDA Bocconi, one of Europe’s top business schools, he joined the italist team in 2019. His work since then has focused on upper-funnel messaging, brand storytelling, establishing italist as a thought leader in the space, and enriching the customer experience on the platform. Find him on LinkedIn.