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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
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 socks and undergarments. Through this partnership, United Legwear will help Zutano extend its current merchandise selection to include booties, tights, socks and footwear, which will hit stores next spring. The Zutano label will be featured […]
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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
Buzz on Target’s ‘Toy Story 3’ Products, Disney’s Future
Target celebrates the June 18 release of Disney’s “Toy Story 3” movie with an exclusive collection of 100-plus products for children. The character-driven assortment spans toy, entertainment, boys’ apparel, kids’ bedding, party supplies and back-to-school categories and features the familiar faces of Woody and Buzz Lightyear. Graphic tees, pajama sets, swim shorts, a raincoat, caps, […]
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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
Licensing Expo Seminars Provide Brand Aid
The slate of seminars being offered at Licensing International Expo 2010, being held this Tuesday through Thursday at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, has been designed to help companies grow their licensing business. “In what continues to be a challenging economy, a strategic licensing program can be the difference needed to help […]
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Jun 7 2010
Vendor News: Elegant Baby, Real Kids Shades, Lucky Jade
Three children’s companies add to their sales teams. ~ Baby gift and apparel manufacturer Elegant Baby has named several new reps to sell its collection: Right Brain Enterprises, based in the Chicago Merchandise Mart, will cover IN, IA, IL, KS, KY, OH, MI, MN, MO and WI; call (773) 404-0700 or e-mail info@rightbrainenterprises.net. Mimi Garrison […]
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Jun 7 2010
Licensing Moves: Hasbro, Classic Media
Executive changes impacting the children’s business. ~ Simon Waters has joined Hasbro as senior vice president of global licensing. Previously he served as vice president of global franchise development and strategic marketing for The Walt Disney Company. At Hasbro, Waters will head worldwide licensing initiatives by reinventing key brands and fostering partnerships with leading companies […]
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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 4 2010
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Just Deserts
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Just Deserts Just Deserts Trend Lab (866) 873-6352 www.trend-lab.com Trend Lab updates the baby shower gift with its multi-piece Mini Cakes. Each set comes with either a velour receiving blanket wrapped around three coordinating bibs or a hooded towel merchandised with three washcloths. Prints include pink cupcakes, slithering salamanders, argyles and […]
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Jun 3 2010
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: Spell It Out
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: Spell It Out Spell It Out Linda McManus Images (215) 266-0205 www.lindamcmanusimages.com Linda McManus Images now offers giftable keepsakes that are perfect for new moms and young children. For decorating newborns and children’s rooms, the art—dubbed Font-ography—uses photographs of pink rose petals and hand-painted wooden cars and trucks to spell out […]
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Jun 2 2010
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: Out of This World
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: Out Of This World Out of This World Kidorable (847) 647-0535 www.kidorable.com Known for transforming ordinary products into imaginative accessories, Kidorable is sending children to the moon and back with its new Space Hero collection. Blasting off in style, this collection is complete with a 3-D moon-landing umbrella, a raincoat […]
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May 28 2010
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: Southern Comfort
E-shaw’s Pampered Fridays: May 28, 2010 Southern Comfort Susu & John (678) 226-1220 www.susuandjohn.com With its popular Southern feel, Susu & John has expanded its baby bonnet and hat selection to include complementary apparel. The Fall/Winter ’10 line features the reversible Beaufort Button jumper and the reversible Beaufort Baggie trousers, which are both intended […]
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May 27 2010
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: On Message
E-shaw’s Thursdays Unwrapped: May 27, 2010 On Message Wry Baby (704) 660-6955 www.wrybaby.com Wry Baby continues to offer products that capture the true experiences of parenthood. Frank and funny, the company’s line of one-pieces express what every kid and caregiver has thought at one time or another. From the funny warning “I Might Barf” […]
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May 26 2010
E-shaw’s Accent! on Wednesdays: Poufy Princess
E-shaw’s Accent on Wednesdays: May 26, 2010 Poufy Princess Baby Cha-Cha Boutique (713) 303-9524 www.babychacha.com Girly goods are the order of the day for Baby Cha-Cha Boutique. This spring, tulle options abound. Picture-ready halter-style gowns are sized to fit girls ages 1 to 6, while tutus are intended for girls from newborn to size […]
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May 24 2010
Phthalate Safety Question Makes Headlines
CBS news magazine 60 Minutes aired a segment questioning what, if any, safety hazard phthalates pose. The show also included a mention of the far-reaching impact of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act on Sunday. In the piece, correspondent Lesley Stahl interviewed Dr. Shanna Swan, an epidemiologist at the University of Rochester Medical School who […]
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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 24 2010
Macy’s Inc. Expands Brands
Macy’s Inc. reports that strategies implemented during the last two years–namely its My Macy’s localization effort–have resulted in positive results, allowing the company to forge ahead with even more initiatives. At the company’s annual meeting, Macy’s chairman, president and CEO Terry Lundgren outlined plans for the future, which according to WWD will include a remodeling […]
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May 24 2010
Retailers Report Economic Improvement, More Store Openings
In a survey conducted by the CB Richard Ellis Group, nearly 70 percent of retailers demonstrated retail optimism by stating they believe that the economy is improving. Ninety-two percent of respondents noted they plan to increase store openings. According to Anthony Buono, executive managing director of CBRE Retail Services in the Americas, “Our survey shows […]
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May 24 2010
Company News: Weatherproof
Weatherproof, a 60-year-old manufacturer of adults’ and children’s apparel, has hired Galina Podolsky as executive vice president of merchandising for its children’s division. In this role, Podolsky will oversee design, production, merchandising and sales, seeking to broaden the collection and grow the kids’ business, which is reportedly the company’s fastest-growing division.
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