One of a Kind

Tulsa, Okla., natives know that if they want a bow, Kathleen’s Kids is the place to go. From leopard and zebra prints to narrow and extra-wide widths, the store’s bow makers can create just about any look a shopper requests. “Our walls are lined from the floor to the ceiling,” owner Kathleen Marshall confirmed about […]

Chicago Retailers

Munchkin Land (*) Hinsdale, IL Founded in 1987 and located in its present location for over three years, Munchkin Land delivers unique children’s clothing in a shabby-chic environment decked out with chandeliers, white wooden floors and pink, blue and white furniture. While owner Graceann Martin still stocks her shelves with clothing from new designers and […]

Kleine Fabriek: Spring/Summer 2011

WGSN Key Trends ~ Primary Brights ~ Coral ~ Neon ~ Grey Marl ~ Exotic Prints ~ Motorcross ~ Jumpsuits ~ Jersey Blazers ~ Pink Bottoms ~ Mixed Fabrics ~ Tiered ~ Wet Look ~ Slub Jersey Click View Gallery at left to view complete details of the Spring/Summer 2011 kidswear trends at Kleine Fabriek, […]

Bright Futures

Briana Hersh, Designer, Haven Girl What is your brand best known for? Bling, comfort and amazing prints! Who is your target consumer? The mom whose daughter wants to be fashion-forward but still look like a kid. We offer trend-driven items with comfort and age-appropriate styles. What served as your inspiration for Spring ’11? I watch […]

New Wave

Plum Pickings

Couture Concept

“Tallulah is a name I’d consider if I had a third child,” Veronica Scott reflected when asked how she came up with the moniker Tallulah Moon for the children’s brand she launched last year. “But it kind of is my third child.” With her label, “I wanted to create a wardrobe for the little girl […]

NPD Projects Healthier Back-to-School Spending

The NPD Group, a market research firm based in Port Washington, N.Y., is predicting that retailers will see positive results during the upcoming back-to-school season. Consumers are loosening their purse strings, the firm reported, and are planning to spend more and shop more stores this fall. In the firm’s latest survey, only 38 percent of […]

Playtime Reports Successful New York Debut

The first edition of Playtime New York—the U.S. counterpart to the show held in Paris and Tokyo—was held July 31 to Aug. 2 in Soho, where attendees had access to 63 collections from American and international designers. The show featured children’s clothing and accessories, maternity products, childcare items and more, and drew visitors from 18 […]

Stylesight Launches ‘Small Talk’ Blog

New York-based trend forecasting firm Stylesight has unveiled a new blog keeping tabs on the children’s market. Dubbed “Small Talk,” the blog is edited by the firm’s children’s editor, Khalym Schell. Current posts will be available to the public through Stylesight’s homepage; subscribers will have access to all archived blog posts. In addition to recent […]

ABC Show Ramps Up Mobile Features

At the upcoming 8th edition of the All Baby & Child trade show, attendees will again be partnering with Map Your Show (MYS) to offer attendees MYS Mobile, which allows them to access exhibitor information, show news and additional features through Web-enabled cell phones. In addition, the companies will again provide an interactive online floor […]

Classroom School Uniforms Revamps Website, Adds Educational Elements

Classroom School Uniforms, a Chatsworth, Calif.-based manufacturer of uniforms for public, private and charter school students, has revamped its website, ClassroomUniforms.com, adding comprehensive information about school uniforms, policies, styles and retail options for parents and educators. “Classroom’s philosophy of being a partner to both our retailers and schools across the country is important,” said Andy […]

Licensing News: Iconix, Scholastic, Discovery

Need-to-know executive moves. ~ Iconix Brand Group recently promoted several of its executives. Yehuda Shmidman, who joined the company in 2005 and has helped guide its international growth strategy, has been promoted to chief operating officer. Lanie List, who has been heading Iconix’s MG Icon joint venture, is now chief merchandising officer. And Carolyn D’Angelo, […]

E-shaw’s News Blast: NPD Projects Healthier Back-to-School Spending

E-shaw’s News Blast: NPD Projects Healthier Back-to-School Spending Like ‘E-shaw’s News Blast: NPD Projects Healthier Back-to-School Spending’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook     NPD Projects Healthier Back-to-School Spending The NPD Group, a market research firm based in Port Washington, N.Y., is predicting that retailers will see positive… [more] Playtime Reports Successful New York Debut […]

E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Yours, Mine & Ours

E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: August 6, 2010 Like ‘E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: August 6, 2010’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook   Yours, Mine & Ours Mrs. Smith’s Bags (224) 234-8313 www.mrssmithsbags.com Mrs. Smith’s Bags unveils his and hers diaper bags for Fall ’10. Specially designed for hip dads, the Classic Pack ($49.50 wholesale) comes with padded and […]

E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: Crazy Fun

E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: August 5, 2010 Like ‘E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: August 5, 2010’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook   Crazy Fun Mini Maniacs (562) 296-5078 www.minimaniacs.biz Mini Maniacs approaches mealtime with a sense of humor. Its collection of over-the-top bibs is designed to get noticed. Each bib is handmade with mildew-resistant pleather backing and cotton […]

E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: Festive Feet

E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: August 4, 2010 Like ‘E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: August 4, 2010’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook   Festive Feet Monkey-Toes (720) 231-8726 www.monkey-toes.com Monkey-Toes jumps into the holidays with both feet with Halloween- and Christmas- themed shoes. To aid in the trick-or-treating fun, the brand has introduced Glow Bugs, a limited […]

Wee Ones Changes Hands

Barbara Agatstein, CEO and founder of accessories company Wee Ones, has sold ownership of the company to Miles Faust, a veteran of the consumer products industry, with more than 25 years of experience in sales, marketing and general management, both domestically and internationally. He will assume the title of chief executive officer and direct the […]

Gilt Groupe Expands Children’s Offering

Online “sample sale” site Gilt Groupe is growing its children’s category, now offering more than 150 kids’ brands in apparel, footwear, room décor, furniture, gear, toys and books. “We’re thrilled to be expanding the children’s category and bringing the Gilt experience to the entire family with Gilt Children,” noted Stefan Pepe, general manager of Gilt […]

California Kids Caravan Gains Momentum

After closing her showroom at the San Francisco Gift Center in February of this year, Gloria Davis of Gloria Davis Kids Wear & Accessories decided to take her show on the road. Citing the recession and the loss of other Gift Center children’s showrooms as the reasons for her decision to make a change, Davis […]