TRB Acquisitions Partners with Cherry Stix Ltd. to Expand Rugged Bear Clothing Line

The Rugged Bear apparel line is extending from the newborn and infant lines coming out this summer to include sizes toddler to 18. The apparel will be mix and match knit and woven pieces, focusing on school wear essentials such as sweaters, basic tees, corduroys, cargo pants and turtlenecks. Licensees for Rugged Bear include iApparel for outerwear, Gina Group for crib shoes and hosiery, FAB Starpoint for backpacks, Eastman for footwear, CNY Apparel for pajamas and underwear and Cutie Pie Baby for newborn and infant clothing. “I am very excited to partner with Cutie Pie Baby to help Rugged Bear reach its potential as a main-stay iconic brand,” says Albert Gammal, vice president of Cherry Stix’s kids. The Rugged Bear line for toddlers to size 18 will make its debut in Spring ’13.