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Jan 25 2011
E-shaw’s Tuesdays A La Mode: Dessert First
E-shaw’s Tuesdays A La Mode: Dessert First Like ‘E-shaw’s Tuesdays A La Mode: Dessert First’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Dessert First Dessert First (214) 267-8170 www.dessertfirst.us What little girl wouldn’t want dessert first? Dallas-based designer Elaina Gully named her line just that, and indulges a little girl’s need for frill […]
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Jan 24 2011
Retail Sales Make a Baby Jump
Retail sales hopped up 0.6 percent in December, making the increase a total of 6.6 percent in 2010, according to the U.S. Commerce Department. Still, the uptick is just below private-sector expectations. Additionally, retail trade sales stood 8.2 percent above 2009. "As we reflect on the past year, today’s data underscores that retail sales—a fundamental […]
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Jan 24 2011
NRF/KPMG Report Store Expansion a 2011 Priority
For the ninth annual Retail Horizons: Benchmarks for 2010, Forecasts for 2011 report, NRF and KPMG found that 41 percent of retailers surveyed intend to focus on store expansions in 2011. This figure is up from 25 percent in 2010. Store growth reflects retailers’ desire to move past the recession and focus on growing their […]
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Jan 24 2011
Socialite Kardashian Sisters Take Sears
The three K’s—Kim, Khloe and Kourtney Kardashian—have teamed with Sears and designer Bruno Schiavi’s apparel company, Jupi International, to launch their own line, including apparel, accessories and home furnishings. The apparel is set to include Kim’s flashy red carpet looks; Khloe’s rock star vibe; and Kourtney’s Bohemian style. The line will be exclusively available at […]
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Jan 24 2011
Kohl’s to Offer Goods from Carle Books
Eric Carle, author and illustrator of “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” and “The Grouchy Ladybug,” will soon see his storybook characters perched on Kohl’s shelves. Exclusive book editions and plush toys will be available for $5 each as part of the Kohl’s Cares program, which donates 100 percent of the net profit to children’s health and […]
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Jan 24 2011
TIF to Hold Toy Fair Collection
The Toy Industry Foundation (TIF) will collect toys for children in need at the American International Toy Fair starting February 16, 2011. Exhibitors are encouraged to donate show samples. TIF and Kids in Distressed Situations volunteers (dressed in bright orange shirts) will cover the showroom floor to collect items. Following this year’s show, toys will […]
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Jan 24 2011
Putumayo Bows Kids Products
Music label Putumayo crosses into the children’s gift and room décor arenas with products featuring its distinctive album artwork by artist Nicola Heindl. Although some items have been available, the line will officially launch at New York City’s Toy Fair. The first round of products include an oversized 20-page coloring book, reusable sticker collections and […]
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Jan 24 2011
Gilt Taps New GM For Their Kids Business
Gilt Groupe, the company behind luxury flash sale site gilt.com, announced the appointment of Rachel Jarrett as General Manager for Gilt Children. Jarrett will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the children’s business for the company, including business strategy, website design and procurement of merchandise. Jarrett recently served as vice president and general manager […]
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Jan 24 2011
Magnificent Baby Collaborates with A-List Mom
Magnificent Baby, an infants’ line of clothing that uses a magnetic closure system in lieu of snaps, is collaborating with Elina Furman, founder of mommy blog A-ListMom.com. Furman has designed garments for the company’s Fall 2011 elephant-themed collection that reflects trends she’s seeing in her online community for mothers.
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Jan 24 2011
E-shaw’s News Blast: Retail Sales Make a Baby Jump
E-shaw’s News Blast: Retail Sales Make a Baby Jump Like ‘E-shaw’s News Blast: Retail Sales Make a Baby Jump’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Retail Sales Make a Baby Jump Retail sales hopped up 0.6 percent in December, making the increase… [more] NRF/KPMG Report Store Expansion a 2011 Priority For […]
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Jan 22 2011
E-shaw’s Saturday Sole: On the Up and Up Down Under
E-shaw’s Saturday Sole: On the Up and Up Down Under Like ‘E-shaw’s Saturday Sole: On the Up and Up Down Under’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook On the Up and Up Down Under Old Soles (347) 394-3151 www.oldsoles.com.au Australia may be known best for that other shoe brand, but we’ve found […]
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Jan 21 2011
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Modish Transportation
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Modish Transportation Like ‘E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Modish Transportation’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Modish Transportation Baby Bella Maya (805) 498-1914 www.babybellamaya.com As an airline pilot, mother of four Marta Sala-Rothwell was always on the go with her children and constantly used her infant carrier. Dismayed by the wear […]
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Jan 20 2011
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: Touchy Feely
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: Touchy Feely Like ‘E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: Touchy Feely’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Touchy Feely Kimochis (415) 454-4600 www.kimochis.com Kimochi (pronounced key-mo-chee) literally translates to “feeling” in Japanese. And that’s the purpose of these adorable, anime-style plush toys: to help children get in touch with—and better express—their emotions […]
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Jan 19 2011
E-shaw’s Accent on Wednesdays: Good Taste
E-shaw’s Accent on Wednesdays: Good Taste Like ‘E-shaw’s Accent on Wednesdays: Good Taste’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Good Taste Chewbeads (917) 476-0750 www.chewbeads.com Who could forget the iconic image of a young John F. Kennedy, Jr. at the White House, clinging to his mother and playing with her necklace? Babies […]
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Jan 18 2011
E-shaw’s Tuesdays A La Mode: Out and About
E-shaw’s Tuesdays A La Mode: Out and About Like ‘E-shaw’s Tuesdays A La Mode: Out and About’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Connecting to Facebook Out and About Knickerbocker Glory (888) 400-2431 www.knickerbocker-glory.com Seattle-based Knickerbocker Glory has unveiled Underouts, which is, as they describe it, “underwear that’s OK to be seen.” As founder Sasha […]
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Jan 17 2011
Global Childrenswear Industry Expected to Reach $156.8 Billion by 2015
The childrenswear market is one of the most lucrative segments in the global apparel industry and is expected to reach $156.8 billion by 2015, according to a report released by Global Industry Analysts titled “Children’s Wear: A Global Strategic Business Report.” The report also found that childrenswear fared considerably better during the recession than the […]
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Jan 17 2011
CPSC Posts Public Hearing on Technological Feasibility of <100ppm for Lead
The CPSC has posted that there will be a public hearing at 10 a.m. on Feb. 17 to discuss the technological feasibility of complying with the requirement that all children’s products must have under 100ppm of lead. The requirement currently goes into effect on Aug. 14, so long as it is determined to be “technologically […]
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Jan 17 2011
Sephora Gets Exclusive with Glee
Just after news of Sephora’s exclusive Hello Kitty Beauty line broke, it was announced that the beauty retailer has partnered with Fox Consumer Products to produce nail colors and appliqués inspired by the hit TV show Glee. Beginning on Feb. 3, OPI Glee collection will be exclusively available at Sephora stores in the U.S. and […]
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Jan 17 2011
Wal-Mart Launches Tween Beauty Line
Wal-Mart is introducing a beauty brand called GeoGirl for the tween set. The 69-item collection emphasizes green-living with recycled packaging and natural formulas containing lavender, green tea and pomegranate. Products are fragrance free. The line includes: cleanser, body mist, mascara, lip gloss, blush, face shimmer and eye shadow. Most of the make-up products apply sheer. […]
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Jan 17 2011
Anchor Blue to Shutter All Locations
Teen apparel chain Anchor Blue is closing all 117 stores nationwide after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy last year. Closing sales began on Jan. 7. Discounts of 40- to 60-percent are being offered to clear inventory. The chain dates back to 1972 when it began as Miller’s Outpost. In the 1990s, the company changed its […]
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