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Jul 19 2010
Disney Launches New Tween Line at Target, Other Retail Exclusives
According to WWD, Target will begin selling a line of apparel and accessories for tweens called D-Signed, based on the wardrobes of Disney Channel characters, from series such as “Sonny with a Chance” and “Witches of Waverly Place.” The line has been compared to the Garanimals concept but is aimed at older kids. Each character’s […]
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Jul 19 2010
JCP Readies for Back-To-School
JCPenney is preparing to unveil its back-to-school assortment next month, a mix that will include a number of new licensed apparel brands. Supergirl by Nastia (from Warner Bros. Consumer Products) and Zoo York will grace the retailer’s shelves, as will the latest from RS by Sheckler, Olsenboye and more. Olympic gymnast Nastia Liukin will be […]
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Jul 19 2010
Hula Mula Adds Tween Line
Vancouver-based Hula Mula, sister label to the Knuckleheads boys’ brand, is launching a tween line for girls sizes 10 to 14 for Spring ’11. Owner and designer Melissa Nash noted that this expansion has been in the works for some time. “We have two tweens in our home and it was because of their persistence […]
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Jul 19 2010
My Vintage Baby Teams with ‘Bachelorette’ Trista Sutter
Last week, children’s apparel company My Vintage Baby, Inc., announced that it is partnering with Trista Sutter, the breakout star of ABC’s “The Bachelor” and “The Bachelorette,” who is designing a collection for the brand for Fall ’10. A portion of proceeds from her “Winter Rose” line will be donated to the Juvenile Diabetes Research […]
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Jul 19 2010
Playtime Paris Reports Successful 8th Edition
The eighth edition of Playtime Paris, which took place July 3-5 at the Parc Floral de Paris, showcased 250 international brands across the children’s, junior and maternity markets and a vast array of apparel, footwear, accessories, layette and decor. According to show management, the show drew 3,834 visitors, a large increase over the July 2009 […]
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Jul 19 2010
Rep Appointments: KidCuteTure, Zio Sport, Mini Maniacs
Brands add to their U.S. sales networks. ~ Mayra’s Collections has been named the exclusive East Coast rep for girls’ brand KidCuteTure. Located at 34 W. 33rd St. in New York, the showroom will sell the company’s complete line of machine-washable, coordinating cotton separates, which includes tees, skirts, summer cardigans and more. Contact Mayra’s Collections […]
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Jul 19 2010
E-shaw’s News Blast: Disney Launches New Tween Line at Target
E-shaw’s News Blast: Disney Launches New Tween Line at Target, Other Retail Exclusives Like ‘E-shaw’s News Blast: Disney Launches New Tween Line at Target, Other Retail Exclusives’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Disney Launches New Tween Line at Target, Other Retail Exclusives According to WWD, Target will begin selling a line of apparel […]
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Jul 16 2010
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Out of This World
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: July 16, 2010 Like ‘E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: July 16, 2010’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Out of This World Giggle Moon (760) 754-9030 www.gigglemoonbaby.com Giggle Moon’s playful and feminine collection showcases yummy fabrics and eye-catching prints. New arrivals for fall include floral peasant dresses, twirly tops with ruffled boot-cut bottoms and […]
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Jul 15 2010
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: Metal Shop
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: July 15, 2010 Like ‘E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: July 15, 2010’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Metal Shop Beehive Kitchenware (508) 678-4335 www.beehivekitchenware.com Beehive Kitchenware gives baby shower revelers an opportunity to make a lasting impression with an array of lead-free pewter keepsakes. The collection of hand-cast eating utensils, cups and picture […]
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Jul 14 2010
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: Sole Mates
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: July 14, 2010 Like ‘E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: July 14, 2010’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Sole Mates EZ Sox (212) 465-7412 www.ezsox.com EZ Sox gives preschoolers exactly what they’ve always wanted: the ability to do it themselves. The patent-pending product features double-reinforced loops that allow children to put their […]
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Jul 12 2010
Macy’s Reveals Plans for Back-to-School Promos
Macy’s has announced a series of special family events and promotions meant to make it a destination for back-to-school shopping. “Our goal for back-to-school is to create an environment where moms and kids can have fun together as they prep for a new school year,” said Martine Reardon, executive vice president of marketing. “Our task […]
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Jul 12 2010
Walmart Announces Executive Team Changes
Walmart has a new American leader: Bill Simon has been named the new president and CEO of the retailer’s U.S. stores, reporting directly to Mike Duke, president and CEO of Walmart. Simon takes over from Walmart’s vice chairman Eduardo Castro-Wright, who has been named president and CEO of the company’s global online business and sourcing. […]
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Jul 12 2010
Zutano Expands With Bedding, Decor
Zutano has partnered with Kids Line, LLC, a leading infant bedding and accessories company, to create a full line of nursery decor and accessories based on its popular designs. The line, which will launch at the October ABC Kids Expo in Las Vegas, is geared for the specialty market and online shops. “Designing nursery decor […]
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Jul 12 2010
American Eagle’s Little77 to Carry Exclusive Aden + Anais Line
Baby brand Aden + Anais, which produces muslin swaddles, bibs, blankets and bathing cloths, is partnering with American Eagle to produce a collaborative collection for the retailers new children’s offshoot, Little77. “We are thrilled to be one of the first brands chosen to join the launch of Little77,” said Aden + Anais founder Raegan Moya-Jones. “By […]
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Jul 12 2010
LIMA Elects New Executive Committee, Board Members
Three of the International Licensing Industry Merchandisers’ Association’s (LIMA) board members have been selected for new executive committee positions, while five new members were elected to its board of directors. The appointments were determined via votes by LIMA members and their posts will run from July 1 through June 30, 2013. Taking on new executive […]
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Jul 12 2010
Showroom News: Jamari, Patti Bergstrom Sales, KidStuff Inc.
The latest brand additions to reps coast to coast. ~ New York-based Jamari International Ltd. welcomes two new brands to its showroom. Scotch R’Belle is a new sister collection to the boys’ line Scotch Shrunk, which has taken off within the last two years in the United States. The girls’ line, available for sizes 4 […]
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Jul 12 2010
E-shaw’s News Blast: Macy’s Reveals Plans for Back-to-School Promos
E-shaw’s News Blast: Macy’s Reveals Plans for Back-to-School Promos Like ‘E-shaw’s News Blast: Macy’s Reveals Plans for Back-to-School Promos’ on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Macy’s Reveals Plans for Back-to-School Promos Macy’s has announced a series of special family events and promotions meant to make it a destination for back-to-school… [more] Walmart Announces Executive […]
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Jul 9 2010
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Divine Design
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: July 9, 2010 Like ” on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Divine Design Corrine (800) 237-9966 www.corrineco.com From baptismal gowns and suits to communion attire, Corrine has little ones covered for every religious milestone thanks to a collection that includes gifts and accessories like blankets, shoes, bibs and bonnets. Recently, the company […]
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Jul 8 2010
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: Showers of Love
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: July 8, 2010 Like ” on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Showers of Love Rag and Bone Bindery (888) 338-8128 www.ragandbonebindery.com Following their best selling Baby’s First Book, Rag and Bone Bindery has created the Baby Shower Guestbook. A special book for all new mothers, it includes pages for a gift list, […]
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Jul 7 2010
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: Eat Your Heart Out
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: July 7, 2010 Like ” on Facebook Connecting to Facebook Eat Your Heart Out Violet Gumdrop (248) 770-8116 www.violetgumdrop.com Violet Gumdrop helps girls express their devotion to their BFFs with a fun new line of jewelry that’s designed for sharing. The sets come with two necklaces, each with coordinating charms […]
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