For me (and I suspect most mums), the summer sun represents sunbathing, long evenings on the patio with a glass of wine, and wardrobe dilemmas as we try to wear less without showing off our cellulite-ridden thighs. For our children, it’s a heady mix of school holidays, football in the park and den-building.

Yet just because your child is sporty doesn’t mean you have to stuff their drawers with polyester shorts and football shirts. Looking through Melijoe’s sportswear section, there are some great transitional outfit ideas that will work for sweaty days at the park swiftly followed by dinner with mum and dad.

Without further ado, here’s how to dress them for their sport of choice!

Lacoste cotton piqué polo (green) £40 / Lacoste two coloured polo (white and green) £40 / Lacoste cotton piqué polo (dark blue) £48 / Lacoste cotton piqué polo (two-tone blue) £44 / Boss cotton piqué polo (purple) £34 / Lacoste sports shorts £37 / Lacoste cotton piqué polo (multi) £47 / Armani Junior white linen and cotton blend bermudas £75 / Lacoste cotton piqué polo (orange) £47

To preserve mum’s sanity, kids definitely don’t have to stick to traditional tennis whites. Lacoste have done an amazing job of bringing practical stylish tennis-wear to the masses - allowing the wearer to express their personality through colour.

With plenty of coordinating baseball caps you can keep your LO looking fresh from day through to evening with just a few key pieces worn cleverly.

DKNY waterproof windbreaker (black) £68 / Armani Junior full zip white cotton jersey sweatshirt £78 / Ralph Lauren teddy-style fleece jacket (navy blue) £87 / John Galliano Kids cotton jersey T-shirt (purple) £51 / Ralph Lauren Peu Cami’ leather trainers (navy) £68 / Petrol faded aviator jacket £53 / John Galliano cotton jersey t-shirt with a hood (navy blue & orange) £67 / Converse All Star canvas low-top trainers (black) £36 / Ferrari waterproof windbreaker £148 / John Galliano Kids Gabardine cap (red) £39 / John Galliano cotton jersey t-shirt with a polyester patch (white) £67 / Converse All Star Chuck Taylor trainers £33 / John Galliano Kids polyester and imitation leather rucksack (red and black) £110 / John Galliano Kids stretch fleece teddy jacket with openwork polyester sleeves (red and black) £118 / John Galliano Kids cotton jersey t-shirt (black) £59

Never shy in coming forward, John Galliano has this graffiti-inspired baseball look nailed. Perfect for little boarders and BMXers it’s characterised by clashing colourways, heavy layering and slogan wear. The heavy fabrics are supremely durable for kids likely to take a tumble on asphalt, whilst they can personalise with as many accessories as they like (watches, head cams, key chains etc) without looking like they’ve wandered from a LMFAO video. It’s practical, bang on trend and my favourite trend for kidswear SS15.

John Galliano Kids printed stretch viscose jersey top £75 / Stella McCartney Kids cotton jersey tank top £42 / Adidas Originals £34 / Monnalisa flower-printed cotton and modal jersey shorts £50 / Le Temps des Cerises cotton jersey top (ivory) £23 / Supertrash trainers £68 / Lui Jo diamond-printed fleece shorts £37 / Catimini stretch fleece bermudas £40 / Agatha Ruiz de la Prada jersey and net stitching shorts £18 / Adidas Originals £38 / Sonia Rykiel Enfant striped cotton knit shorts (blue) £42

For girls who like a more sedate jog or run with mummy (now there’s a laugh!) there’s a equally vibrant range of sportswear for mini fashionistas. There are healthy splashes of neon juxtaposed with muted pinks and greys that will give the impression she’s wandered through a paintball field. It’s both convenient for mum, and fun for little ladies as she can mix n match and play with colour.

Short shorts remain beautifully girly thanks to florals and retro printing, and string vests are definitely back in for the summer season.

Ferrari cotton jersey tee £47 / Ferrari cotton jersey polo £57 / GF Ferré flamed jersey T-shirt £53 / Ferrari regular fit stone-washed blue jeans £89 / Hackett cotton piqué polo £59 / Aston Martin stretch cotton fleece tracksuit pants (navy blue) £46 / Aston Martin sleeveless waterproof down jacket with a hood (blue) £68 / Ferrari bermudas £85 / Ferrari nylon swim shorts (red) £51 / Aston Martin regular fit stretch cotton twill trousers (white) £61 / Aston Martin all-over printed cotton jersey t-shirt (white) £34

Finally, the F1 powerhouses of Aston Martin, Ferrari and Hackett have tees, gillets and denim to give your little thrill seeker a smart casual look for hanging about with his mates.

To check out Melijoe’s Sportswear collection for yourself, head to melijoe.com/uk where you’ll find children’s wear from 0-16 years from all Europe’s top fashion houses. With clothes, shoes, swimwear and accessories you’re bound to find the perfect outfit for your little champion at Melijoe. Also on Pinterest, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.