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Apr 11 2011
Toys “R” Us Announces New Leadership
Seasoned toy executive Neil Friedman has been named president of Toys “R” Us. The former president of Mattel brands will oversee Toys “R” US’ merchandising, marketing and store operations for 866 U.S. stores and its online business.
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Apr 11 2011
Cool Temps Help Online Sales
A report released by the MasterCard Advisors’ SpendingPulse indicated that online shopping accelerated more than 16 percent in March, while spending at brick-and-mortar stores slowed. Along with a late Easter and rising gas prices, experts suggest cold temperatures may have kept consumers indoors. Still, the report notes that consumers spent more than they did in […]
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Apr 11 2011
E-shaw’s News Blast: 4Kids Files for Chapter 11
E-shaw’s News Blast: 4Kids Files for Chapter 11 Like ‘E-shaw’s News Blast: 4Kids Files for Chapter 11’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook 4Kids Files for Chapter 11 Brand management and merchandising licensing company 4Kids Entertainment announced it has filed a petition for Chapter 11 bankruptcy… [more] Licensing Veteran Knepfer Opens […]
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Apr 9 2011
E-shaw’s Saturday Sole: Spring Soles
E-shaw’s Saturday Sole: Spring Soles Like ‘E-shaw’s Saturday Sole: Spring Soles’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Spring Soles Ragg Footwear (800) 466-7244 www.raggshoes.com Spring has sprung, and so have the newest styles from Ragg Footwear. The 15-year-old company is known for its comfortable yet stylish shoes for all ages. New girls’ […]
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Apr 8 2011
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Get Hoppy
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Get Hoppy Like ‘E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Get Hoppy’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Get Hoppy Whoops Bunny (435) 503-8011 www.whoopsbunny.com Whoops Bunny hit the ground hopping with its full range of kids’ gifts, accessories and more. Launched in January of 2010, the Whoops Bunny brand is based around […]
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Apr 7 2011
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: Expecting Comfort
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: Expecting Comfort Like ‘E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: Expecting Comfort’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Expecting Comfort W:DRA info@wdralove.com www.wdralove.com Meet the unique and design-forward cushion for moms-to-be. W:DRA (pronounced woo-dra), is a newly founded L.A.-based brand with a selection of individually designed cushions created by Wendy Dennise Romero. The […]
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Apr 6 2011
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: Easy Belting
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: Easy Belting Like ‘E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: Easy Belting’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Easy Belting Myself Belts (314) 863-2358 www.myselfbelts.com Functional and stylish accessories are a win-win in the fashion department. But style staples like belts are a little tougher for youngsters to sport. Myself Belts […]
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Apr 5 2011
E-shaw’s Tuesdays A La Mode: Ranching Out
E-shaw’s Tuesdays A La Mode: Ranching Out Like ‘E-shaw’s Tuesdays A La Mode: Ranching Out’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Ranching Out Topo Ranch amazingcustomerservice@toporanch.com www.toporanch.com California-based apparel company Topo Ranch will introduce its first-ever kids’ collection, Topo Ranchito, this spring. Topo Ranch, known for its hip organic apparel with Western […]
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Apr 4 2011
Soles4Souls Grows A New Branch
Today, footwear charity Soles4Souls is launching Hope4Souls. The latest division will collect general products, medical supplies, toys and non-perishable food for those in need. CFO and COO for Soles4Souls, Kevin Goughary, has been named the GM of the new branch. Wayne Elsey, founder and CEO of Soles4Souls, says the expansion will allow the organization to […]
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Apr 4 2011
OshKosh B’Gosh Announces Japan Relief Program
OshKosh B’Gosh announced Cranes for Kids, an initiative to help families in Japan and raise awareness of children affected by the recent tragedy. For every paper crane the brand collects by April 25th, the company will donate an article of children’s clothing to earthquake and tsunami victims. OshKosh B’Gosh hopes to donate up to 50,000 […]
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Apr 4 2011
Hot Topic Restructures as Part of Turnaround Plan
Teen retail chain Hot Topic announced several changes last week as part of its turnaround plan, in the face of lagging sales and stock losses. The company reported that Chief Merchandising Officer Amy Kocourek has left the company, and that board member Lisa Harper, who took over as chief executive last week after Betsy McLaughlin […]
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Apr 4 2011
Commerce Department Report Shows U.S. Consumer Spending up in February; Economy on “Firmer Footing”
Consumer spending exceeded estimates for February, according to a report released last week by the U.S. Commerce Department. Although Bloomberg News estimated spending would advance by 0.5%, purchases actually increased by 0.7%, the most since October. The report also showed that the U.S. added jobs for the sixth consecutive month in February and that the […]
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Apr 4 2011
Interbrand Announces Most Valuable in Retail
Interbrand, a global branding consultancy, recently named Wal-Mart, Target, Home Depot, Best Buy and CVS as the top five retail brands in the United States. Technology, including iPad applications and microsites, played a part in the evolution of brands in 2010.
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Apr 4 2011
E-shaw’s News Blast: Soles4Souls Grows A New Branch
E-shaw’s News Blast: Soles4Souls Grows A New Branch Like ‘E-shaw’s News Blast: Soles4Souls Grows A New Branch’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Soles4Souls Grows A New Branch Today, footwear charity Soles4Souls is launching Hope4Souls… [more] OshKosh B’Gosh Announces Japan Relief Program OshKosh B’Gosh announced Cranes for Kids, an initiative to […]
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Apr 2 2011
E-shaw’s Saturday Sole: Nature’s Sole
E-shaw’s Saturday Sole: Nature’s Sole Like ‘E-shaw’s Saturday Sole: Nature’s Sole’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Nature’s Sole Bearpaw info@bearpawshoes.com www.bearpawshoes.com While choosing footwear it all comes down to comfort and style. Tom Romeo founded the Bearpaw brand in 2001 with this in mind. Bearpaw utilizes nature’s own “technical fabric” sheepskin […]
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Apr 1 2011
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: A Necessary Accessory
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: A Necessary Accessory Like ‘E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: A Necessary Accessory’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook A Necessary Accessory Czela Bellies (408) 981-9886 www.czelablue.com An innovative new product from Czela Bellies, CesareanWear, is receiving its fair share of praise. The patent-pending design features ultra-soft padding and support around the […]
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Mar 31 2011
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: Cool Cookie
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: Cool Cookie Like ‘E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: Cool Cookie’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Cool Cookie Tuff Cookie Clothing Company (508) 548-9933 www.tuffcookie.com The tough task of dressing little ones is simplified with super soft threads. Tuff Cookie Clothing Company has a penchant for high quality, USA-made fleece. The […]
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Mar 30 2011
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: All About Baby
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: All About Baby Like ‘E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: All About Baby’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook All About Baby Baby JaR (888) 422-4527 www.babyjar.com Necessary baby items can be fun too. Founded by sisters Jessica Shiffman and Rachael D’Eletto, Baby JaR makes stylish yet functional goods, like […]
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Mar 29 2011
E-shaw’s Tuesdays A La Mode: Monkeying Around
E-shaw’s Tuesdays A La Mode: Monkeying Around Like ‘E-shaw’s Tuesdays A La Mode: Monkeying Around’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Monkeying Around Captain Monkey Boys (800) 514-0549 www.mylittletrendsetter.com “It’s a different approach to kids’ wear—not all blues and pinks,” says Captain Monkey Boys’ founder and designer Esther Marie. Launched in 2008 […]
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Mar 28 2011
Moms Say Recession Changed Their Shopping Habits
The recession has permanently altered the shopping methods of many moms, according to a survey conducted by the online shopping site Totsy. Almost 80 percent of respondents say they’ve changed the way they shop, including cutting overall spending and purchasing items on sale and using coupons. The survey, “Mom Shopping Trends Report,” revealed that price, […]