Meet the Foppapedretti Progress i-Size: Foldable Car Seat

Some brands become part of family life across generations, earning their place through years of experience, thoughtful design, and the trust of those who choose them. Foppapedretti is one such brand. Founded in Italy in 1946, the company celebrated its 80th anniversary in 2026, marking eight decades of Italian craftsmanship, ingenuity, and evolving ideas about everyday family life.

For the Labebe Boutique team, taking part in this milestone celebration in Italy was a genuine privilege. The occasion offered us the opportunity to explore the story behind the brand, meet its representatives, and discover how eight decades of experience continue to shape Foppapedretti’s approach to product development.

Foppapedretti: 80 Years of Italian Design and Expertise

The Foppapedretti story began in 1946, when a young Ezio Foppapedretti set out to create wooden toys. What started as a small workshop gradually grew into an established Italian company, building a reputation for practical design and products conceived around the needs of everyday life.

Over the decades, Foppapedretti has continued to develop its expertise, bringing together functionality, attention to detail, and an appreciation for Italian design. Its evolution reflects a longstanding commitment to understanding how families live, identifying the challenges they encounter, and finding considered solutions that make daily routines easier.

Eight decades have brought profound changes in lifestyles, family needs, manufacturing processes, and technology. Foppapedretti has evolved alongside them, drawing on its heritage while continuing to explore new ideas and develop products for contemporary households.

Reaching an 80-year milestone is a testament not only to the company’s experience, but also to the lasting relationships it has built with families over generations. That connection between heritage, innovation, and consumer trust remains an integral part of the Foppapedretti story.

Celebrating 80 Years with New Product Innovations

The anniversary celebration also provided a closer look at Foppapedretti’s latest product developments. One launch that particularly caught the Labebe team’s attention was the Progress i-Size foldable child car seat, designed to combine everyday practicality with a space-conscious approach to storage and transport.

Suitable for children measuring 76–150 cm in height, the seat is intended to accommodate a broad range of growth stages, from approximately 15 months to 12 years, subject to the manufacturer’s age, height, and usage guidance.

Its standout feature is its foldable design. Once folded, the seat can be stored in a compact form and placed inside a dedicated carry bag, available separately. This makes it an appealing option for families who travel regularly, use taxis, or need to transfer a car seat between vehicles.

For parents juggling different modes of transport or working with limited storage space, a foldable design can make handling and transporting a child car seat considerably more convenient.

Comfort and Safety Features of the Progress i-Size

Beyond its foldable construction, the Progress i-Size incorporates several features designed to support a comfortable journey and simplify everyday use.

• Adjustable backrest and recline angle: The backrest can adapt to the angle of the vehicle seat, helping achieve a suitable fit within the car.
• Air Flow ventilation system: Integrated into the seat shell, this system promotes air circulation to support comfort during travel.
• Safe Body Protection: A protective feature associated with the seat’s side-impact protection design.
• Simultaneous headrest and harness adjustment: Multiple height positions can be selected with one hand, making it easier to adapt the seat as a child grows.
• Comfort Kid Pad: An integrated element designed to enhance comfort.
• Top Tether installation audio alert: An additional audio alert intended to assist with checking the installation process.

The seat weighs approximately 6 kg. When folded, it measures 51 × 24 × 44 cm, making it easier to store at home or transport when needed.

Flexible Installation for Different Vehicles

Another notable feature of the Progress i-Size is its Dual Fix system, which offers different installation options depending on the child’s height and the vehicle’s compatibility.

For children measuring 100–150 cm, the seat can be installed with or without ISOFIX, in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. This flexibility can be particularly useful for families who need to use the same seat in different vehicles.

As with any child car seat, the appropriate installation method must be determined by the child’s height, the vehicle’s specifications, and the seat’s official instructions. Correct installation is essential to ensuring that the product performs as intended.

The Foppapedretti Progress i-Size Is Coming Soon to Labebe Boutique

Attending Foppapedretti’s 80th anniversary celebration was a memorable milestone for the Labebe Boutique team, both professionally and personally. Experiencing the occasion in Italy, learning more about the company’s history, and discovering its latest developments gave us an even greater appreciation of the expertise and vision behind the brand.

We are proud to be part of Foppapedretti’s story in Georgia, bringing products from this established Italian company closer to local families.

The Foppapedretti Progress i-Size will soon be available exclusively at Labebe Boutique in Georgia. We look forward to introducing this innovative foldable car seat to Georgian customers and sharing more about its features ahead of its arrival.

We extend our warmest congratulations to Foppapedretti on 80 remarkable years and wish the company continued success, fresh inspiration, and many more milestones in the decades to come.