Tom & Boy B&W Sweatshirt

Meet Charlie & Ray, the two little faces at the centre of Tom & Boy's Toy Department AW26 collection. With their matching bowl haircuts, freckles and oversized glasses, they look like characters lifted straight from a 1960s children's book.

The collection takes inspiration from the world of Charles and Ray Eames, the husband-and-wife design duo whose fascination with toys, colour and play has influenced generations of designers. It's a lovely reference for a children's clothing collection, and the vintage-style illustration on this sweatshirt captures that spirit beautifully.

Printed in black on a warm ivory background, the design features the words 'Little Toys Department' alongside Charlie & Ray, surrounded by tiny stars and geometric shapes. There's a slightly old-fashioned quality to the lettering and illustration, reminiscent of vintage toy packaging and children's magazines.

The sweatshirt has a relaxed, boxy fit with dropped shoulders, a crew neckline and ribbed cuffs and hem. It's an easy shape for layering over shirts or wearing with wider trousers and skirts.

In the AW26 campaign, it's paired with the collection's charcoal Toile de Jouy Skirt, bright red socks and chunky trainers. I love how the simple black-and-white print works against the more elaborate patterns elsewhere in the collection.

A great little sweatshirt for anyone who appreciates a bit of vintage design history mixed into their children's wardrobe.