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Jun 14 2010
Primigi Adds Sportswear Collection
European children’s shoe label Primigi is covering all the bases with a new clothing collection designed to complement the footwear line. The company will bow layette and sportswear collections up to size 14 for Spring ’11, showcasing the apparel for the first time at the August ENK Children’s Club show, being held in New York […]
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Jun 14 2010
K.I.D.S. Recognizes ENK Founder
Elyse Kroll, chairman and CEO of ENK International, was honored at Kids in Distressed Situations’ (KIDS) fourth annual Women in Industry Luncheon on June 3. Kroll has established herself as a driving force in the fashion industry and is actively involved in a number of children’s charities, including The McCarton School for autistic kids, KIDS, […]
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Jun 14 2010
Mattel Rolls Out ‘Monster High’ Tween Franchise
Toy manufacturer Mattel is launching a brand-new property aimed at tween and teen girls, Monster High, and for the first time in the company’s history, product for this new brand will simultaneously roll out across a breadth of diverse consumer products categories. This new franchise centers on the hip teenage descendants of the world’s most […]
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Jun 9 2010
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: Sweet Treat
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: Sweet Treat Sweet Treat Peace of Cake 212-967-4663 www.peaceofcakekids.com Offering delicious accessories for any stylish girl’s wardrobe, Peace of Cake serves cool, fun fashion that’s affordable. The collection continues to make a statement with hats, gloves, scarves and apparel, all adorned with an array of embellishments like rhinestones, fur and […]
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Jun 7 2010
Discount Chain Unveils $10-and-Under Private Label Baby Collection
Charlotte, N.C.-based national discount retail chain Family Dollar has unveiled a new private label line of apparel and accessories for newborns and toddlers, with everything priced at $10 or less. Coined “Kidgets,” the collection includes three-piece sets, baby blankets, shoes, diapers and more. “[We’re] excited to give families more reasons to shop at our stores,” […]
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Jun 7 2010
Brand Central to Handle Silly Bandz Licensing
BCP Imports, the manufacturer of Silly Bandz, the popular animal-shaped rubber band fashion accessories, has tapped Brand Central to develop licensed product lines under the Silly Bandz brand as well as securing licenses for additional Silly Bandz product. The licensing agency and BCP Imports have honed in on several key licenses—from sports to entertainment properties—they […]
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Jun 7 2010
E-shaw’s News Blast: United Legwear to Create Zutano Footwear and Legwear
E-shaw’s News Blast: United Legwear to Create Zutano Footwear and Legwear United Legwear to Create Zutano Footwear and Legwear Zutano has announced a strategic licensing agreement and design collaboration with United Legwear & Underwear Co., a global manufacturer of… [more] Discount Chain Unveils $10-and-Under Private Label Baby Collection Charlotte, N.C.-based national discount retail […]
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Jun 3 2010
Fancy That
Spend time with Joan Calabrese, and it’s quickly apparent that designing feminine frocks for the special moments in a girl’s life is her passion. Calabrese has marketed her line of elegant dresswear for more than 30 years—and it all started over a fortuitous dinner at her home. Tom Marotta, then vice president of couture at […]
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Jun 3 2010
On A Roll
Just looking inside one of the two Between Scene boutiques will instantly give you an idea of who the stores target. Brightly colored walls, skate- and surf-inspired décor, ongoing Xbox competitions and runway photos projected onto flatscreen TVs prove irresistible lures for tween shoppers. This youthful, exciting vibe is exactly what owner Mary Kubera had […]
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Jun 3 2010
Upstate New York Retailers
Pumpkins (*) Williamsville, NY Although owner Maggie Schwartz is aware of the influence pop culture has on her consumers, she does not let it completely define her 800-square-foot bou- tique, where pastel decor and stenciled spirals greet customers. “Your business has to reflect who you are. I feel that my store has a pretty good […]
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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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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 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 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
E-shaw’s News Blast: CPSC Considers New Drawstring Rule
E-shaw’s News Blast: CPSC Considers New Drawstring Rule CPSC Considers New Drawstring Rule The Consumer Product Safety Commission has proposed a rule to specify that children’s upper outerwear garments…[more] 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 […]
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May 14 2010
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Kushies
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: May 14, 2010 Mom Magnets Kushies (800) 841-5330 www.kushies.com Kushies is about all things baby, including apparel, blankets and gifts. This season, the company expands its range of fashionable goods with two new diaper bags. The Boho, which sports a curlicue pattern, and the floral-print Whimsy both offer style with plenty […]
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May 7 2010
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Emile et Rose
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: May 7, 2010 Special Delivery Emile et Rose (212) 947-5611 www.eurokids.com Emile et Rose is ready to outfit babies who have busy social calendars. The fall/winter special occasion line provides a wide selection of multi-piece sets, which are merchandised with a plush toy, a wooden hanger, gift box and tissue paper. […]
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May 3 2010
United Media Licensing Acquired by Iconix
United Features Syndicate and E.W. Scripps have sold the United Media Licensing business to Iconix Brand Group for $175 million. The sale includes ownership to the Peanuts brand (in partnership with the Schulz family), which—along with the Dilbert and Fancy Nancy properties—gives Iconix its first character brands. (Previously, the company had primarily been known for […]
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Apr 30 2010
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Egg by Susan Lazar
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: April 30, 2010 Over Easy Egg by Susan Lazar (718) 422-7811 www.egg-baby.com Egg by Susan Lazar, which is beloved for its striped and cable knit sets for babies, introduces new silhouettes for fall that promise to be fast favorites. The brand has added jeans and a denim dress for girls as […]