Swim Essentials Swim Vest | Softlines Brown | 3-6 years

Regular price $73.50

The Swim vest is a must-have for your child's swimming adventures!  Designed with comfort in mind, this life jacket offers both style and safety for little ones aged.

Made with foam for buoyancy and a secure zipper, you can feel confident that your child will have a blast in the water while staying safe.

Our swim vests are designed to keep your little one safe and confident while playing in the water. With a comfortable fit and cheerful designs, they are not only practical but also super fun to wear. The buoyancy provides extra support, allowing children to move freely and focus on having a great time. Whether you're heading to the pool or the beach, these swim vests are the perfect addition for carefree swimming adventures. Choose Swim Essentials and let the summer fun begin, worry-free!

18-30kg weight

Children must be under constant competent supervision when using this product.

Not a lifesaving device, swimmers only

No protection against drowning.

Do not use in offshore wind or current

Do not dive or jump.

Do not swim underneath.

!WARNING: THIS IS NOT A LIFE SAVING DEVICE. DON'T LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED WHILE DEVICE IS IN USE.THIS IS NOT A TOY. NEVER LEAVE IN OR NEAR THE WATER WHEN NOT IN USE. USE ONLY UNDER COMPETENT SUPERVISION

- The outer layer is made of neoprene and the inner layer is foam
- Features an auto-lock zipper for extra safety


FAQ

What kind of closure does the swim vest have?
The vest jacket has a reliable autolock zipper and an additional velcro closure that goes between your child's legs. This combination ensures that the life jacket always stays securely in place so your child can enjoy the water safely and carefree!

Which size should I choose for my child?
Which size you need depends on which age and weight your child has. At Swim Essentials, the swim vest is in 3 different sizes. 1-2 years is suitable for kids between 11-15 kilograms. 2-3 years are suitable for kids between 15-18 kilograms, and 3-6 years are suitable for 18-30 kilograms.

How do I clean the swim vest?
To clean the swim vest, just rinse it by hand in water. Avoid the washing machine so that the vest keeps its shape and safety. This way, the swim vest will always stay fresh for new water adventures!

What is the function of a swim vest?
A swim vest provides floatation for children who, for example, do not like arm bands swimming because they are attached around the arms. The swim vest is made of foam and has a zipper which ensures optial safety so your child is always safe while swimming.

Are the swim vest safe and tested?
Yes, our swim vests are completely safe! The swim vests are tested according tot the strictest European laws and regulations and comply with standard EN-13138-1:2021/AC:2022. So, you can be sure your child can safely explore the water!

Is a swim vest a life jacket?
Our swim vests are intended as a swimming aid and personal protection equipment, specially designed to support your little one while swimming. However, they are not classified as life jackets and do not provide the same protection. We always recommend keeping a close eye on your child for complete safety in the water.

Care Guide

To clean the swim vest, just rinse it by hand in water. Avoid the washing machine so that the vest keeps its shape and safety. This way, the swim vest will always stay fresh for new water adventures!

Materials/Ingredients

100% Durable Foam Neoprene

Safety

Children must be under constent competent supervision when using this product.

Not a lifesaving device, swimmers only

No protection against drowning.

Do not use in offshore wind or current

Do not dive or jump.

Do not swim underneath.

!WARNINGTHIS IS NOT A LIFE SAVING DEVICE. DON'T LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED WHILE DEVICE IS IN USE.THIS IS NOT A TOY. NEVER LEAVE IN OR NEAR THE WATER WHEN NOT IN USE. USE ONLY UNDER COMPETENT SUPERVISION


Are the swim vest safe and tested?
Yes, our swim vests are completely safe! The swim vests are tested according tot the strictest European laws and regulations and comply with standard EN-13138-1:2021/AC:2022. So, you can be sure your child can safely explore the water!

Shipping

Little Whimsy is an online store based on Auckland’s North Shore. Orders are packed and dispatched from our Hillcrest warehouse.

We aim to dispatch orders within 3 business days, although dispatch may take longer during busy periods, new releases, Christmas and major sales. You’ll receive a shipping confirmation email with tracking once your order has been packed and collected by the courier.

 

New Zealand shipping

We ship New Zealand-wide.

  • Free NZ shipping on orders $200 and over, including rural delivery, unless an oversize surcharge applies

  • $9 flat rate courier shipping for orders under $200

  • Rural delivery for orders under $200: $14 no signature or $15 signature/photo required

  • Some large or bulky items may have an oversize shipping surcharge, which will be shown at checkout where applicable

Most New Zealand orders arrive within 3–5 business days from dispatch, although rural addresses and busy courier periods may take longer.

Please note that delivery timeframes are estimates only and may be affected by courier delays, weather events, public holidays or high-volume periods.

Once your order has been packed, you’ll receive a shipping confirmation email with your tracking details.

Tracking may take up to 1 business day to update after your parcel has been collected and scanned by the courier.

 

Click & collect

Click & collect is available from our Hillcrest warehouse on Auckland’s North Shore.

Pickups are available: Monday and Wednesday, 10am–2pm

Please wait until you receive your collection email before coming in, as this means your order has been packed and is ready to collect. Our warehouse is not open for browsing, and orders cannot be collected before you receive your pickup confirmation.

 

Delivery address changes

Please check your delivery address carefully before placing your order.

If you notice an address error, contact us as soon as possible. If your order has not yet been packed or collected by the courier, we’ll do our best to update it.

Once an order has been dispatched, we are unable to change the delivery address from our end. You may be able to request a redirect directly through the courier, depending on the service used.

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Authority to leave

If you choose authority to leave or request that your parcel is left without a signature, this is at your own risk.

Little Whimsy is not responsible for parcels that are marked as delivered by the courier but are lost, stolen or damaged after being left at the delivery address.

 

Australian shipping

We ship to Australia, with rates shown at checkout based on your cart and delivery address.

Australian parcels are sent with tracking. Once your parcel arrives in Australia, tracking and delivery are handled by the local postal or courier service.

Any customs charges, duties, taxes or import fees are the responsibility of the customer.

 

International shipping

We ship to many international destinations, with available rates shown at checkout depending on your cart and delivery country.

International delivery times vary by destination and service selected. Parcels may also be delayed by customs processing or local postal services.

Please note that any customs charges, duties, taxes or import fees are the responsibility of the customer.

Shipping to the United States, including Puerto Rico, is currently paused due to recent tariff and shipping changes.

 

Bulky or oversized items

Some large, heavy or bulky items may incur additional shipping charges.

Where possible, any oversize surcharge will show at checkout. If your order contains unusually bulky items and the actual shipping cost is significantly higher than charged, we may contact you before dispatch to discuss options.

 

Sale and busy period dispatch

During major sales, Christmas, new releases or especially busy periods, dispatch may take longer than usual.

We pack orders as quickly as possible in the order they are received and are unable to prioritise individual orders during these periods.

 

Questions about your order?

If you have a question about shipping, click & collect or your order, please contact us at:

customerservice@littlewhimsy.co.nz

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