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Jun 2 2010
Making a Beeline
Aiming to create a line offering well made, classic pieces that aren’t too fussy, Maryam Barrett applied her fashion knowledge to launch Busy Bees. The San Francisco-based designer grew up surrounded by the apparel industry: Thirty years ago, her mother started a women’s Scottish cashmere line, which is based in London. Later on, Barrett found […]
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Jun 2 2010
Hidden Gems
Children’s retailers are discovering what their women’s apparel counterparts learned long ago: Females—no matter what age—love shopping for accessories. Buyers are reporting the category is their fastest growing and after a year of selecting safe apparel (i.e. basics and value collections), they’re finding cute, affordable add-ons fill the sales gap. As Mary C. Lavin, owner […]
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Jun 2 2010
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: Out of This World
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: Out Of This World Out of This World Kidorable (847) 647-0535 www.kidorable.com Known for transforming ordinary products into imaginative accessories, Kidorable is sending children to the moon and back with its new Space Hero collection. Blasting off in style, this collection is complete with a 3-D moon-landing umbrella, a raincoat […]
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May 28 2010
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Southern Comfort
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: May 28, 2010 Southern Comfort Susu & John (678) 226-1220 www.susuandjohn.com With its popular Southern feel, Susu & John has expanded its baby bonnet and hat selection to include complementary apparel. The Fall/Winter ’10 line features the reversible Beaufort Button jumper and the reversible Beaufort Baggie trousers, which are both intended […]
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May 27 2010
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: On Message
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: May 27, 2010 On Message Wry Baby (704) 660-6955 www.wrybaby.com Wry Baby continues to offer products that capture the true experiences of parenthood. Frank and funny, the company’s line of one-pieces express what every kid and caregiver has thought at one time or another. From the funny warning “I Might Barf” […]
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May 26 2010
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: Poufy Princess
E-shaw’s Accent on Wednesdays: May 26, 2010 Poufy Princess Baby Cha-Cha Boutique (713) 303-9524 www.babychacha.com Girly goods are the order of the day for Baby Cha-Cha Boutique. This spring, tulle options abound. Picture-ready halter-style gowns are sized to fit girls ages 1 to 6, while tutus are intended for girls from newborn to size […]
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May 24 2010
Phthalate Safety Question Makes Headlines
CBS news magazine 60 Minutes aired a segment questioning what, if any, safety hazard phthalates pose. The show also included a mention of the far-reaching impact of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act on Sunday. In the piece, correspondent Lesley Stahl interviewed Dr. Shanna Swan, an epidemiologist at the University of Rochester Medical School who […]
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May 24 2010
Licensing Expo Announces New Show Features
The upcoming Licensing International Expo, taking place June 8-10 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, will feature several new areas on the floor. Show management company Advanstar Communications is creating category-specific pavilions to highlight the latest in fashion, gaming/interactive, and art and design. The fashion pavilion will house a cafe and lounge […]
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May 24 2010
Macy’s Inc. Expands Brands
Macy’s Inc. reports that strategies implemented during the last two years–namely its My Macy’s localization effort–have resulted in positive results, allowing the company to forge ahead with even more initiatives. At the company’s annual meeting, Macy’s chairman, president and CEO Terry Lundgren outlined plans for the future, which according to WWD will include a remodeling […]
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May 24 2010
Retailers Report Economic Improvement, More Store Openings
In a survey conducted by the CB Richard Ellis Group, nearly 70 percent of retailers demonstrated retail optimism by stating they believe that the economy is improving. Ninety-two percent of respondents noted they plan to increase store openings. According to Anthony Buono, executive managing director of CBRE Retail Services in the Americas, “Our survey shows […]
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May 24 2010
Company News: Weatherproof
Weatherproof, a 60-year-old manufacturer of adults’ and children’s apparel, has hired Galina Podolsky as executive vice president of merchandising for its children’s division. In this role, Podolsky will oversee design, production, merchandising and sales, seeking to broaden the collection and grow the kids’ business, which is reportedly the company’s fastest-growing division.
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May 24 2010
Licensing Hires: CPLG
CPLG, the licensing arm of Cookie Jar Entertainment, has hired industry veteran Jeff Shapiro as its new vice president of retail business development. He will promote a wide range of brands at all levels of retail, focusing on retail expansion for popular Cookie Jar brands such as Richard Scarry’s Busytown, Johnny Test and Caillou, plus […]
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May 24 2010
E-shaw’s News Blast: Phthalate Safety Question Makes Headlines
E-shaw’s News Blast: Phthalate Safety Question Makes Headlines Phthalate Safety Question Makes Headlines CBS news magazine 60 Minutes aired a segment questioning what, if any, safety hazard phthalates pose…[more] Licensing Expo Announces New Show Features The upcoming Licensing International Expo, taking place June 8-10 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center…[more] Macy’s Inc. Expands […]
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May 21 2010
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Bot Tots
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: May 21, 2010 Digital Age Bot Tots (520) 401-4205 www.bot-tots.com Bot Tots bows an organic cotton line splashed with bright hues and original robot-themed artwork for infants to 6T. The lifelike automatons bring an extra level of fun to vibrant tees, hoodie sets, unisex pajamas, bathrobes and towels. Designs like baby […]
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May 20 2010
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: Cutie Pa Tutus
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: May 20, 2010 Girly Delight Cutie Pa Tutus (843) 270-8474 www.cutiepatutus.com Known for its pompom-filled tutu sets, Cutie Pa Tutus branches out with new products designed to appeal to girls of all ages. The company brings the fun of tutus to T-shirts with Tee-Tu’s. Available in lettuce-edge cap-sleeve or tank styles, […]
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May 19 2010
E-shaw’s Accent on Wednesdays: Four Peas
E-shaw’s Accent on Wednesdays: May 19, 2010 Head of the Class Four Peas (630) 789-1155 www.fourpeasonline.com Four Peas offers stylish ways to send them off to school this fall with its ever-expanding line of bags and coordinating accessories. The backpacks are a great alternative to the same old boring book bags, thanks to themes […]
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May 17 2010
CPSC Considers New Drawstring Rule
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has proposed a rule to specify that children’s upper outerwear garments in sizes 2T to 12 (or the equivalent) that have neck or hood drawstrings and sizes 2T to 16 (or the equivalent) that have waist or bottom drawstrings that do not meet specified criteria have characteristics that constitute substantial […]
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May 17 2010
CMC Shifts August LA Kids Market Dates
The California Market Center (CMC) and the LA Fashion Market have shifted the dates for the Holiday/Resort 2010 trade shows by a day, meaning the upcoming market–including LA Kids Market–will take place Sunday, Aug. 8, through Wednesday, Aug. 11. “The reason for the date shift is to provide more of a buffer between L.A. and […]
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May 17 2010
Licensing Expo Anticipates Rise in International Attendees
Licensing International Expo expects to see more international visitors at its upcoming edition, taking place June 8-10 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. “We are seeing an increase in delegates from across the world with very large delegations from Germany, Italy, U.K., Asia, China, Korea and Latin America,” show director Liz Crawford […]
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May 17 2010
Skechers Signs Accessories Licensee
Skechers USA has tapped French Craft Leather Goods Co. to market a line of leather goods and accessories for children and adults. The company is producing trend-driven belts, buckles, wallets and coin purses meant to complement the footwear brand that will hit retail in June. The line will be made with full-grain and split leather, […]