2026 | Professional

French Design Awards Silver Winner

Baby One-Piece and Split-Leg Sleep Sack

Entrant

Henan Heerte Maternal & Infant Products Co., Ltd.

Category

Product Design - Baby, Kids & Children Products

Client's Name

Country / Region

China

The Baby One-Piece and Split-Leg Sleep Sack is designed for baby aged 3 to 18 months, a period of rapid development and exploration. It balances sleep warmth and active movement through a versatile, dual-mode design. For babies over 3 months, the one-piece sleep sack mode provides cozy warmth and a gentle, secure wrap. Once babies reach 6 months and begin crawling or walking, it easily transitions into split-leg mode to allow unrestricted movement. Removable sleeves further allow parents to adjust to changing room temperatures, making it a highly practical choice across seasons and developmental stages.
In terms of structural design, this sleep sack replaces conventional straight zippers with an innovative dual-zipper U-shaped placket. This curved opening creates a wider, hip-healthy hem with ample room for leg development. It also allows parents to change diapers smoothly at night without disturbing a sleeping baby. Crucially, by shifting the zipper path away from the center of the abdomen, the design prevents discomfort when babies sleep on their tummies. To handle constant kicking and rolling, the sleep sack uses a secure quilting technique. This ensures the filling stays evenly in place and resists clumping, even after frequent washing and active use.
Fabric and tactile quality are essential to a baby's sleep. The outer shell is made from a premium blend of 70% bamboo and 30% cotton. This combination merges the natural breathability and moisture-wicking properties of bamboo with the soft durability of cotton, creating a dry and comfortable skin microclimate. The filling scientifically blends mulberry silk with polylactic acid (PLA) fibers. It uses a naturally soft silk layer against the skin, while the weakly acidic PLA fiber closely matches the skin's natural pH to gently protect sensitive skin. Enhanced with a 10A-grade antibacterial treatment, the sleep sack silently maintains a clean and hygienic sleeping environment.
Thoughtful details are integrated throughout the product. A protective zipper guard at the neckline completely covers the zipper pull. This prevents the zipper from scratching the baby's face or neck during sleep or movement. Inside, a built-in temperature-sensitive indicator changes color based on heat.

Credits

Xiaoxu Kang
Hui Song
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