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Mar 29 2010
Mighty Fine Launches e-Commerce Site
Licensed T-shirt manufacturer Mighty Fine of Los Angeles recently launched a new website, www.WeLoveFine.com, for consumers to directly shop its product lines. According to the company, the MiniFine children’s collections were added to the site last week. Browsers will find graphic tees featuring Hello Kitty, Marvel, Peanuts characters and more. The site also features a […]
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Mar 29 2010
Knuckleheads Founder Launches Charity for Foster Families
Melissa Nash, the founder of Vancouver, Wash.-based Knuckleheads Clothing, has founded a new charity called Little Threads Foundation to provide clothing, shoes, blankets and plush products to children who are placed in foster care, helping to alleviate the financial burden for foster families. Nash said the idea came to her after she received repeated requests […]
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Mar 29 2010
New Online Database Compiles All GOTS-Certified Companies
The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) recently re-launched its website, www.Global-standard.org, which includes an online database of all companies it has certified. In 2009, approximately 1,500 companies with a total of 2,811 facilities in 55 countries around the world were certified to the organic apparel and textile standard–nearly a 40-percent increase over the number certified […]
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Mar 29 2010
E-shaw’s News Blast: CPSC Issues Draft of Interpretive Rule on Defining Children’s Products
Untitled Document CPSC Issues Draft of Interpretive Rule on Defining Children’s Products The Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a draft of its proposed interpretive rule, providing guidance on how the term “children’s product” is to be defined and determined…[more] Mayime Expands Wallflower Denim Kids’ Range Mayime Brothers Inc. of New York is growing […]
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Mar 26 2010
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: March 26, 2010
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: March 26, 2010 Easy Pieces Angel Dear (510) 324-8811 www.angeldear.biz You know the line for its gift-worthy sweater knits, but now Angel Dear seeks to outfit babies between special occasions with Angel Dear Everyday. The cotton jersey collection launches for fall with two groupings that are easy to wear and easy […]
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Mar 25 2010
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: March 25, 2010
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: March 25, 2010 Just Ducky Elegant Baby (800) 334-5321 www.elegantbaby.com Elegant Baby cleans up on the home front with a fun array of giftable squirt toys and bath towels. Sure to make a splash are the company’s new rubber ducky and velour terry washcloth sets, which are designed to coordinate with […]
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Mar 24 2010
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: March 24, 2010
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: March 24, 2010 Petal Pusher Jamie Rae Hats (209) 676-2269 www.jamieraehats.com Jamie Rae Hats is in full bloom with a bouquet of new flower hats that are the perfect toppers for any spring outfit. The new geranium hats are available in a rainbow of colors, including pink, raspberry, yellow, orange […]
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Mar 22 2010
Playtime Details Plans for New York Show
International trade show Playtime will hold its first New York event July 31-Aug. 2 at Soho’s 82 Mercer, according to event director Sebastien de Hutten. The U.S. version follows Playtime Paris, which launched in 2006, and Playtime Tokyo, which bowed last year. “Expanding to the New York market is a natural for our brand,” de […]
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Mar 22 2010
JC Penney to Bow Supergirl by Nastia
JC Penney will debut the Supergirl by Nastia lifestyle brand in July through a three-year exclusive partnership with gymnast Nastia Liukin and Warner Bros. Consumer Products, which owns the property. The line will target girls 8 to 12 with knit dresses, tunics, burnout and foil T-shirts, tie-dye hoodies, pants and leggings as well as dance […]
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Mar 22 2010
Benetton Enters Exclusive Partnership with Nordstrom
In a first for the company, United Colors of Benetton will offer its youth sizes for both the Benetton and Sisley brands outside of its corporate stores. Nordstrom will begin offering the brands in store and online for fall. General merchandise manager Curtis Shalo said the deal with Nordstrom will give the brand increased visibility […]
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Mar 22 2010
NRF Names New President/CEO
The National Retail Federation of Washington D.C. has announced that Matt Shay, previously the president and CEO of the International Franchise Association, has been selected as its next president and CEO following the retirement of current CEO Tracy Mullin, who has served in that role for 17 years. Shay will be formally elected at the […]
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Mar 22 2010
Seasons UV Solutions Positions for Expansion
Seasons UV Solutions of Toronto, best known for its SunSmart line of children’s UV swim and playwear, is taking action to grow its U.S. presence. “We are bigger and better,” said president Joanne Speight, noting the company has purchased a new 250,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in mainland China, established showrooms in Hong Kong, purchased a new […]
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Mar 22 2010
Licensing Exec Moves: Cookie Jar, The Hub
Need-to-know industry appointments and promotions. ~ Michael Berreth has been promoted to vice president of marketing at Cookie Jar Entertainment and will now lead global marketing campaigns and promotional programs. Berreth has handled brands and marketing campaigns for the company, including the 2009 worldwide relaunch of Strawberry Shortcake, and previously worked in management at Disney, […]
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Mar 22 2010
E-shaw’s News Blast: Playtime Details Plans for New York Show
E-shaw’s News Blast: Playtime Details Plans for New York Show Playtime Details Plans for New York Show International trade show Playtime will hold its first New York event July 31–Aug. 2 at Soho’s 82 Mercer…[more] JC Penney to Bow Supergirl by Nastia JC Penney will debut the Supergirl by Nastia lifestyle brand in July […]
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Mar 19 2010
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: March 19, 2010
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: March 19, 2010 Pure Delight Zutano (800) 827-5139 www.zutano.com Zutano heads for the great outdoors this fall with its first step into organic. Silhouettes include a range of mix-and-match tees, footed sleepers, cardigans, dresses and accessories in the brand’s signature whimsical illustration style. The GOTS-certified garments come in the Meadow Marsh […]
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Mar 18 2010
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: March 18, 2010
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: March 18, 2010 Tulle-ing Around T-shirt Tutus (817) 480-2472 www.tshirttutus.com What little girl doesn’t want to wear a tutu every day? T-shirt Tutus makes it possible with tees that bloom with tulle at the hem. With styles that range from hearts, tattoos and peace signs to messages that include “cupcake,” “tutu […]
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Mar 15 2010
E-shaw’s News Blast: CPSC Issues Warning on Sling Carriers
Untitled Document CPSC Issues Warning on Sling Carriers Citing at least 14 deaths associated with sling-style infant carriers in the last 20 years, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is advising parents and caregivers to be cautious…[more] Playtime to Host New York Show The Playtime trade show plans to debut in New York for […]
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Mar 15 2010
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: March 12, 2010
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: March 12, 2010 Birds of a Feather Petit Couture (877) 201-8656 www.petitcouture.com Petit Couture introduces its Signature Basics collection, which is specifically designed for moms who give a hoot about how their kids are dressed. Each piece in the infant and toddler collection is emblazoned with the brand’s iconic owl motif. […]
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Mar 15 2010
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: March 11, 2010
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: March 11, 2010 Art Gallery Fierce Hugs (571) 482-7272 www.fiercehugs.com Fierce Hugs makes going green easy and fun. The one-pieces and tees are organic (of course) and use AZO-free, low-impact dyes (obviously) but it’s the company’s offbeat, eclectic artwork that makes the line stand out. Through collaborations with independent artists, Fierce […]
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Mar 15 2010
E-Shaw’s News Blast: Detwiler Fenton Acquires The Rugged Bear
Untitled Document Detwiler Fenton Acquires The Rugged Bear Detwiler Fenton Group of Boston recently completed the acquisition of The Rugged Bear Inc.’s children’s apparel business, forming the…[more] Footwear Charity Soles4Souls Launches Clothing Division Soles4Souls Inc. of Nashville, Tenn., an international shoe charity that gives away new and gently worn shoes, has announced the creation […]