Chanel, Celine, Prada—these are the labels I dream about for my own wardrobe. But as a fashion dad (my daughter is two, with another baby on the way), the children’s brand that inspires me most is La Coqueta. And I’m not alone—ask anyone in the know, and they’ll tell you La Coqueta is the ultimate go-to for stylish kids.

You know a La Coqueta piece when you see its beautifully crafted, thoughtful designs (made in Spain). “I founded La Coqueta in 2013, after the birth of my fifth child. While I had always loved fashion, the idea for the business really came from necessity. I struggled to find beautifully made, high-quality children’s clothes that were practical enough for everyday wear, so I began buying pieces whenever I visited my hometown in Spain,” Celia Muñoz, the founder of La Coqueta, told me. “People often complimented my children’s clothes, and soon friends in London were asking me to bring pieces back for them too. That was when I began to see an opportunity to share the Spanish clothing I loved with a wider audience—and La Coqueta was born.” Excitingly, while the flagship store is in London, the brand just opened a brand new store in New York City (at 1226 Madison). Below, you’ll learn more about this exciting next step for La Coqueta from Muñoz, along with some of my favorite shopping picks.

Why was New York City the perfect next stop to expand the La Coqueta brand?