The bottoms are easy to slip on and are in vibrant pink, whilst the short-sleeved top has a contrasting blue base with pink and yellow flowers all over it.  This suit has built-in UV 40 protection, and is one design – take a look at the whole range of sun-protection clothing available for children.

This lovely reversible UV swimsuit for girls in pink or blue has a cute elephant motif on the front and is part of an lovely swimwear range that includes bikinis and UV protection tops and t-shirts to wear by the pool or on the beach.

Available in sizes from 1-12 years.

These stylish sunglasses from Emmanuelle Khanh are a miniature version of the famous 8080 sunglasses.  Designed and created especially to fit the smaller faces of  children, these sunglasses are suitable for ages 8-14 and have a brown tortoiseshell frame.  They are unisex so can be worn by boys and girls alike.

What is especially useful with these sunglasses is that they have a removable safety strap which lessens the likelihood of small children loosing them.  Also, the lenses are made from unbreakable polycarbonate and as the sunglasses are suitable for children from 36 months+, that is a really important feature.

Available in 4 different colourways and presented in their own plastic carry case for protection when not in use.

With thoughts of the summer ahead, I’ve decided today to bring you an item that will be much sought after during the holiday season.  Float suits are great for small children who perhaps are only learning to swim.  They give reassurance to the child and therefore help build confidence in the water.  The individual floats inside the band around the waist can be removed separately as the need arises and less dependence is required of them.

What is even better about this float suit is the fact that it is a UV protection suit too!  Whilst you can buy the two items separately it makes sense to have both functions provided by one item.  With a UV protection factor of 50 you can be happy in the knowledge that your child is having extra protection against the harmful rays of the sun, yet still having fun.

It isn’t too late to buy that perfect outfit for your little one to wear for Christmas.  At Childrensalon last order date for Christmas delivery is 23rd December 2009 for the UK, 22nd December for the USA and 21st December for the rest of the world.  As a special Christmas treat for UK delivery, standard delivery is now free until 23rd December 2009 (for orders over £50)!  Not only are there some fabulous new outfits to tempt you, but also 386 different products are currently being offered at sale prices – what are you waiting for?

These Zoggs UV sun hats in deep blue or pink are very deep so will ensure heads and necks are well covered.

Other items of sun protection for children are also available.

We brought you some of these items last summer, but thought it appropriate to promote them again.  With personal experience of the dangers of too much exposure to the sun in those early childhood days, we at Kids-Posh-Togs can’t urge you enough to ensure that the delicate skin on your child is protected sufficiently.  That is why we love these all-in-one suits and separates.  Made to give protection of 50+ SPF, these items don’t cost the earth but are priceless if they can save children from the trauma of skin cancer in later life.  (Of course any exposed skin outside these items needs to be adequately coated in high factor suncream).  The added bonus is that these items also keep you warm, which is particularly helpful when used on our British beaches!

Unfortunately, until new stocks arrive, many of these products are selling out and only one or two sizes remain in some cases.  However it is worth having a look to see if the apprpriate size is available for your child.