KidCuteTure
and Kashka
Fall/Winter 2012 Collections Define the Shape of
Fashions to Come
MARILYN
KIRSCHNER'S FAVORITE
THINGS
Elonka
Nichole's
30X36 in. double sided ultra soft chenille "Mimi"
receiving/stroller blanket, $18 wholesale; the
100% printed cotton Diaper bag messenger bag which
is so versatile it can also be used as a messenger
bag, a school bag, a sleepover bag or anything
else for that matter (and can be used by grown ups
as well), $35 wholesale; The Mimi's nursing pillow
cover, with zipper for easy removal, made of
ultra soft chenille and the must-have baby
accessory. ($20 wholesale and machine washable as
are all the products).
Dot
Dot Couture's
durable straight leg crawl pants benefit from the
placement of their non skid hearts, cupcakes, and
frogs designs on the knees, sized for 6-24 months,
($24.50 wholesale for the pants, $38-$41 for the
sets).
The selection at Brookie
Jos
is always unapologetically colorful, exuberant, and
completely girlie girl, which is exemplified
by these new selections: the funky grosgrain ribbon
and rubber flip flops ($13 wholesale); the nylon
tulle tutu and cotton one-piece sets punctuated
with no-lead rhinestones, $22; and the wall bow
letters made with wood, grosgrain ribbons and
no-lead acrylic paint, $14. (All the clothing is
sized for 0-3 mos through 6X).
Amber Schaub is always introducing new products to
her popular RuffleButts
and RuggedButts
lines. This season, some of her new ideas are: the
Pink Skirted Bikini, sized 3-6 through 4T, $12.25
wholesale; the Denim Ruffle Butts, 0-3 months
through 2T, $9.50; the Fuchsia Playground Shorts,
sized 2T- 6, $9.50; the 3 Stripes Your Out striped
legwarmers, one size, $4.50.
Amy
Michelle
is intent on making their bags so darn good
looking, (not to mention lightweight and durable),
only the user would have any inkling that they
actually do double duty as a diaper bag. New
noteworthy selections (with all the bells and
whistles one could hope for) are the Sweet Pea,
(shown above, $134.95 wholesale), Iris, and Lotus
bags (both $99.95 wholesale) which look especially
chic and desirable in black twill with vibrant red
lining.
Baby
Bella Maya's
gift-ready packaged gift sets prove that
indeed, it's all about presentation: their Lacy
Leggings come packaged in a 'sweet' candy-like
wrapper and includes three leggings (white, black,
pink), sized 6-12 mos., 12-18 mos., 18 - 24 mos;
the Infant Gift Set - a
pair of baby girl booties, a headband and a
coordinating ruffled baby one-piece - is packaged
in a baby shower ready-made heart shaped keepsake
box.
At
JuneBee
Baby'sCollection, the
emphasis this season is on cute sweater vests and
cardigans with shawl or oversized collars for boys,
jumpers and boleros with little pom poms for girls
($25-$45 wholesale); and most importantly, on
soft, comfortable, clothes done in natural
year round fabrics: perfect for active little ones
(newborn - 3T). Standouts include the Little
Mermaid Ruffles Cardigan in white and pink, My
Favorite Jacket in beige and chocolate brown; the
Handsome Boy Shawl Collar Cardigan in beige with
toggle buttons.
Rovio's Angry Birds are now "finding happiness with
SwaddleDesigns"
thanks to a new and inspired collaboration.
Standouts include the gift ready beautifully
packaged Gift Bundles, sized for newborns, 3-6
months, and 6-12 months, with selections available
in red, blue, or yellow (and each comes with a free
plush toy!), $49 retail.
Funkie
Baby's lightweight,
compact, and ultra versatile organic
three-layer cotton bibs, (at $9.50 wholesale, they
feature soakpoof linings), and matching go mats,
($10 wholesale, complete with practical and
attractive grosgrain ribbon ties). Sized for ages 3
mos. to 3 years, they are available in irresistibly
charming prints and patterns, ranging from the
classic (such as the Seersucker stripes), to the
whimsical and well, funky (exemplified by the funky
Peace Sign and Urban Elephant).
Kidorable's
brand new and eye-catching Dragon Knight
Collection, which is perfect for "strong &
brave boys" from 1-6 years old, and guarantees they
will wish for rain. The coordinating
components consist of a raincoat, which is made of
practical and durable PU, features a helmet for a
hood and comes on its own hanger ($18 wholesale); a
backpack shaped like a shield with its own little
stuffed toy ($11.50); rainboots ($14.50); and an
umbrella
($6.75).
Babies
wearing Silly
Souls'
cowboy style, fleece-lined washable PU athletic
leather boots are Born to be Wild.
TB
MJK
Knits'unique
line of 100% cotton, customized knitwear (each
piece can be personalized, which makes for a
perfect keepsake or the perfect gift). And
everything is knit in the
USA.Above,
the Nordic, stripe, and polka dot scarves, the
stripe or polka dot stroller blankets. Below, the
beanie, scarf and earflap hat.
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SPRING/SUMMER 2012 SPONSOR FASHION
PREVIEWS AND BEST
SELLERS
A light
breeze blows through the Ses
Petites Mains
collection, lifting a fluttered collar here and
ruffling the hem of a generous circle skirt there.
Here, the breeze catches the skirt of the Cecelia
Dress (fits 2T to 14, $40-$44 wholesale), a lovely
tea colored confection enlivened with sprays of
white embroidery. For more information, call
415-533-1695, or visit sespetitesmains.com.
What's
new at A.Bird?
A new mindset for starters. "Price points have been
brought down out of consideration for the current
economy," says owner/designer Patricia Cammareri.
The collection hasn't lost a single iota of
quality, the designer insists, and "stays true to
that sophistication, timelessness and extra
bit of intellectual maturity that A.Bird's
customers have loved from the start." The same
ruffles, soft palette and now more pattern - at a
lower price point; who could ask for more? (Fits 12
months to 10, $13.95-$44.95 wholesale.) For more
information, call 904-710-3549, or visit
abirdbaby.com.
Go
Gently Baby
goes gently into Spring 2012 with organic cotton
pieces in a palette of easy-to-wear saturated
shades and meant-for-play shapes. A few favorites
are the Jersey Jumpsuit (adorable solo or over a
T-shirt) in a looks-great-on-everyone deep coral,
and for boys, the Andy Jacket in deep purply navy,
over a "One Sweet Life" tee and ultra-comfy poplin
Long Shorts. (Fits NB to 6 years; $13-$29
wholesale). For more information, call
310-980-1104, or visit gogentlybaby.com.
"Mish
Mish's
collection for Spring 2012 is all about style,
color, comfort, and price," says Nancy Markert of
the Nancy Markert Showroom in New York. "Today Mish
Mish is one of the leading brands in kids' fashion
thanks to the fashion forward styles, the variety
and quality of the products." You'll find loose
cotton knit dresses and separates for girls in
Summer of Love patterns, and, for boys, comfortable
yarn-dyed plaid shirts and shorts and plenty of
beach-inspired tees. (Fits 12 months to size 10,
$12-$30 wholesale). For more information,
visit
mishmish-usa.com
or nancymarkert.com.
After many requests from
buyers, Amanda Boyd, designer/owner at
Adore
La Vie is
debuting a boys' collection for Spring/Summer 2012.
"Both our Nautical and Safari themes will have
coordinating pieces for girls and boys," says Boyd.
The spring Nautical line features a variety of
sophisticated prints and textiles such as eyelet,
bold graphics, and an elegant navy, royal, deep
coral and ivory palette. The Safari line mixes chic
prints, tribal stripes and glitter tulle with
saturated tones of fuchsia, orange, cocoa and
white. (Fits girls and boys 6 months to 10 years;
$15-$36 wholesale.) To order, call 630-240-1757, or
visit adorelaviedesigns.com.
Shawna
Dalton, owner and creative director at
Twirls
& Twigs,
brings a Sixties' sensibility for recycling and
design to her new for Spring 2012 fluffy chiffon
and tulle Reversible Twirl Skirts. The item, made
of organic and repurposed designer fabrics, has a
one-of-a-kind look - with a bonus: Just flip the
skirt inside out and it goes from solid to a
fabulous print! (Fits 12 months to 8 years; $20-$22
wholesale.) To order, call 310-965-7770 or visit
twirlsandtwigs.com.
If a
picture tells the story, then the Cupcakes
&
Pastries'
Spring
2012 collection is a winner. "This collection was
fun to make and I think it's the best so far," says
designer Inshi Khanna. "It has romantic volumes,
great new easy-to-wear silhouettes, and bohemian
influences inspired from culture, vintage classics,
fairytales, Indian energy and more." One example:
The Maxi Dress in a rich floral colored in cool
shades of blue. The Lurex and lace trims are a
Cupcakes & Pastries' trademark (Fits 12 mos. to
12 years, $34-$36 wholesale). For more information,
call 646-645-9773, or visit cupcakesandpastries.com.
Tina
Salibello, owner/designer of the elegant
Velvet
& Tweed
collection, debuts Spring 2012. The collection,
says Salibello, "offers dressy and age-appropriate
styling, a delightful alternative to bejeweled
T-shirts and miniature designer jeans." While the
designer's line is based on classic fashions, the
spring looks mix playful prints and nostalgic
elements for a touch of retro charm. A boy and girl
in Velvet & Tweed's fresh linens and
sherbet-colored cottons. (Fits 6 months to 6 years,
$10-$34 wholesale.) For more information, call
415-821-9363, or visit velvetandtweed.com.
While
the destination that inspired Tea
Collection's
Fall 2012 line is top secret, they're willing to
describe the mood - happy and mod! - and share a
couple of photos. Look for bold graphics and
patterns, easy shapes, pops of hot neon and party
dresses that every girl will covet. (Fits sizes NB
to 12 years; $9-$44 wholesale). To see the groovy
line, stop by booth #1819 at Children's Club. Call
415-321-2550, or visit teashowroom.com.
Ruffles
rule for Fall/Winter 2012 at Mack
& Co,
a longtime manufacturer of fanciful novelty
outerwear. This little number pairs the season's
hottest, wear-with-everything neutral with
face-framing frills for a feminine, modern look.
See the collection at booth #1724 at Children's
Club (1/22-1/24). (Fits 12 months to 12 years;
collection wholesales for $27-$36.) For more
information, call or visit mackandco.com.
Mother
and daughter design team Olga and Natasha Pantelyat
at KidCuteTure
bring their signature architectural shapes to new
fabrications. For Fall 2012, look for supple denim,
washable knits, and fine corduroy, in the infant
Kashka line, as well as KidCuteTure for girls and
boys. Holiday garments possess a subtle sheen
thanks to Lurex threads woven into cotton. Boys get
into the action, with mock two-piece rompers and
playsuits. (Infant girls and boys 3 mos. to 4T,
Girls 2 to 14 years. Kashka $13-$44, wholesale;
KidCuteTure $14-$49.) To see the collection, stop
by booth #1410 at Children's Club (1/22-1/24). For
more information, call 609 216-7490, or visit
www.kidcuteture.com. Sierra
Julian Collections
for Fall 2012 dress young ones for strolls along
the world's ritziest destinations: Sunset
Boulevard, 57th Street in New York City, Paris'
Avenue Montaigne, and the Ponte Vecchio in
Florence. The urban travelers look swanky in
ruffles, faux skins and one-shoulder designs, while
boys' looks play tricks on the eyes with trompe
l'oeil one-pieces. (Fits girls 2 to 16 years, boys
2 to 12 years; $26-$165 wholesale.) To see the
collection, stop by booth #1638 at Children's Club
(1/22-1/24), call 212-359-9531, or visit
sierrajulian.com.
For
Fall 2012, Ferd's
designer/owner Jennifer Connaughton mixes muted
prints with luxurious knits to create unique
silhouettes. While her tones are quiet, the clothes
exude a playful, not-too-serious quality that kids
adore. (Fits sizes 12 mos. to 8 years). See the
collection at Children's Club show (1/22-1/24)
booth #1626, call the Lolligo
Showroom
at 347-394-3151, or visit ferd.com.
Look forward to affordable bespoke dressing with
Appaman's
Fall 2012 collection. Among the great finds for
girls and boys, is the signature three-piece Glen
Plaid suit. The cut is lean and the plaid subtle,
which allows the pieces to work with jeans, tees,
hoodies - you name it. (Fits 2 to 10 years; suit:
$63 wholesale, vest: $22, button down shirt: $22.)
To see the entire Fall 2012 collection, stop by
booth #1610 at Children's Club (1/22-1/24). Call
212-460-5480 or visit appaman.com.
Your
little fashionista will say Qui! when she sees
Eliane
et Lena's
trend-forward, richly colored Fall 2012 collection.
She'll adore the easy shapes that are a little
coquettish and a whole lot fantasy ballerina; the
palette of robin's egg blue, black and white, and
ripe tomato. And ruffles! The collection wouldn't
shout Eliane et Lena if it weren't loaded with
ruffles. (Fits 2 to 14 years; approximately
$29.50-$49.50, wholesale.) Check out the entire
line at the January Children's Club, booth #1350.
For more information, call 480 619-5515, or visit
elianeetlenausa.com.
We know you're as
excited for a glimpse of the new Fall 2012
collections as we are, so we're giving you a "Sneak
Peek" of one of our favorite lines,
A.Bird.
For Fall 2012, designer/owner
Patricia Cammareri more than doubled the
offerings, and, she says, the designs "run the
spectrum from the ultra conservative to the
extremely fashion forward. There's something for
everyone." The collection, which possesses a strong
couture flair, now has a European representative
who will exhibit the line at the January Pitti
Bimbo fair in Florence. Judging from the styles
shown here, A.Bird will have a stellar season at
home and abroad. (Fits 18 months to 12 years;
$11.95-$84.95, wholesale.) Visit at the January
Children's Club, Booth #1525. For more information,
call 904-710-3549, or visit abirdbaby.com.
SPRING/SUMMER
2012 SPONSOR BEST
SELLERS
Gray
continues to be the neutral of choice with its
sophisticated associations and wear-with-anything
mixability. For Spring 2012, Go
Gently Baby's
organic cotton separates include the elegant hue in
the Bow Jacket ($29 wholesale) and Paperbag skirt
($19). The easy cut of the pieces and the jacket's
flirty bow make the outfit a winner with buyers.
(Fits 3 months to 6 years.) For more
information, call 310-980-1104, or visit
gogentlybaby.com.
Sumit Khanna, co-founder of the Cupcakes
& Pastries
dress and sportswear collection, calls the Sugar
Cookie Tunic Dress ($29, wholesale) "Our best
selling style of all time." I can see why. The
glowing print in skin-flattering strawberry sports
an elegant leaf motif, while the neckline is rich
in hand embroidery. It's an ideal garment for
everyday as well as an evening out. (Fits 12 months
to 12 years.) For more information, call
818-998-8039, or visit cupcakesandpastries.com.
JoAnne
Yamamoto, owner and designer at Mimi
& Maggie,
can mix pattern over pattern, throw on the
embellishment and detail, without the garment
losing its charm. A case in point is this buyer
favorite from Spring 2012 (#8470B; $28, wholesale)
that pairs two complementary floral designs, a rose
"corsage," and matching diaper covers. For more
information, call 323-264-0200, or visit
mimiandmaggie.com. The
Clothilde Smocking Dress from Wati's
Spring/Summer 2012 collection is a big seller in
small as well as tween sizes, reports owner and
designer Wati Grossman. Made of fine cotton voile,
the versatile item sports embroidery at the chest,
and comfortable shirring at the sleeve and a high
waist for a shape-flattering silhouette. The dress
can be worn as is, with contrasting Wati leggings
($14), and is ideal over a bathing suit. (Fits
sizes 4 to 12 years; $26, wholesale.) For more
information, call 650 224-7478, or visit
watidesign.com.
Hey,
sailors! Boys and girls staying on-trend with the
never hotter nautical look will insist on
Little
English's
Kiki Appliqué Dress in breezy red and
striped seersucker with the jaunty anchor
appliqué (6 months to 10 years; $28
wholesale), and the Andrew Appliqué Bubble
that buttons at the shoulder (6 to 24 months; $25).
Buyers grab your pens; reorders are inevitable. For
more information, call 859-258-2120 ext. 104, or
visit littleenglish.com.
Buyers
are finding Lemon
Love Lime's
Spring 2012 collection, well, frilling. That's in
frills and ruffles galore and sherbet tones, like
the nature-inspired appliqué on the coral
Seahorse top ($24 wholesale), worn with the ruffled
skirt ($29). Boys join in the fun with Gnu Brand's
Shark Tee ($16) and cotton denim shorts ($17).
(Girls sizes 2 to 10 years; boys sizes 2 to 7
years.) For more information, call 630-260-7885, or
visit lemonloveslime.com.
Dipali Patwa, owner and designer at
Masala
Baby,
reports a great Spring 2012 season with "a lot of
our styles selling out." One ingenious buyers'
favorite is the Tutu Dress that updates the
ballerina styling with a fitted bodice in a bold,
indigo colored Ikat design and soft, tiered skirt
made buoyant with plenty of tulle ($28
wholesale).
For boys, understated pieces such as the Saffron
Chambray Tunic with signature stitch detail at the
collar, placket and hem ($18) and clean lined
Chambray shorts ($18) are winners. (Girls' and
boys' garments fit 2 to 10 years.) For more
information, call 917-331-1766, or visit
masalababy.com.
These
three pieces from Tom
& Drew's
new girls' Spring/Summer 2012 Olivia & Ollie
line, mix a ladylike silk blouse ($34 wholesale),
vintage floral printed leggings in subdued tones
($16), and an edgy sequined jacket ($50). In other
words, the look has it all! (Fits 2T to 8 years.)
For more information, call 917-553-6009, or visit
tomanddrewboys.com.
For an occasion as singular as a Christening,
parents want a gown and accessories that are
elegant, beautifully made and can be personalized.
Kathleen Lagas, owner and designer at
Precious
& Few,
thinks the perfect item is the Heirloom Coat Dress
($144 wholesale) and buyers agree. The Coat Dress
features button closures at the neckline and is
worn over a fine cotton slip detailed with pleating
and lace on the collar, sleeves and hem. A matching
bonnet with lace trim and satin ribbons complete
the set. The pieces are available in pure white
linen or ivory silk, and can be monogrammed with
block or script initials. For more information,
call 917-945-0954, or visit preciousfew.com.
Playful fabric mixing and an insistence on quality
manufacturing in the USA makes Maisonnette
girls' and boys' clothing ideal for any occasion.
The folks at Maisonnette believe that every child
is unique and childhood should be celebrated
boldly. (Fits 6 months to 6X; $14-$33 wholesale.
For more information call 760-730-5447, or visit
maisonnetteoceanside.com.
A
little Sixties' mod, a little 1930's flapper, the
Luca Dress ($33 wholesale) from Hudson
Threads'
Spring 2012 collection sports an arresting print
and a flirty skirt meant for dancing. No wonder
it's a favorite among tween buyers. (Fits 4 to 16
years.) For more information, call 914-481-1113, or
visit hudsonthreads.com. Happy
is the baby who wears Nosilla
Organics'
Bubble Romper in the cheerful signature Red Foliage
print (fits 3-18 months; $15 wholesale). Designer
and owner Allison Grace thought out every detail
from the micro gathers at the bodice, lettuce-edge
trim and easy on-and-off snap opening and back
gusset. For more information, call 866-480-6145, or
visit nosillaorganics.com.
Twirly
Girl's Marvelous
Maxi Dress ($30.50-$32.50 wholesale) sports several
fun stripes and a skirt cut with enough width to
promise lots of "twirlability." The Maxi Dress
pairs tie-dye, polka dots and more! But what do
buyers love the most about the piece? It's two
dresses in one. That's right, wear it one way on
Friday; on Saturday, reverse the dress for a new
look. (Fits 2T to 14 years.) For more
information, call 888-572-7774 ext. 1, or visit
TwirlyGirlShop.com.
Don't
let the name fool you. Wobabybasics
are more than basic. The collar on buyers' favorite
ultra soft organic cotton kimono Style
Short-Sleeved Bodysuit (3 to 18 months; $14
wholesale), shown in a lovely shade of robin's egg
blue, has decorative stitching (elegant peeking
from a sweater) and criss-crosses in front for
added warmth. There is no wrong way to wear the
company's signature reversible 4-Way-To-Wear Maxi
Dress - front, back, inside out - featuring ruffled
hem, keyhole opening, and stretchy collar (12 to 6
years; $25.50). For more information, visit
wobabybasics.com.
Here are just a few reasons buyers shout
"magnificent!" for Magnificent
Baby's
luxuriously soft cotton Circus Days & Stars
Gown: no over-the-head design, magnetic closings
that press together so there's no fumbling with
snaps, elastic bottom for added warmth, lead free,
phthalate free, and that print! (One size, $15
wholesale.) For more information, call
917-338-7475, or visit magnificentbaby.com.
Kris Weisblatt knows a happy baby always has a
pacifier within reach. Hence: Bubele
Baby,
her collection of 100 percent combed cotton
mix-and-match sets with the indispensable Pacifier
Snappy, a loop attached to the garment that snaps
open to hold a pacifier. I know, I know. You wish
you had thought of it. (Fits Newborn to 18 months,
3-piece sets start at $18 wholesale.) For more
information, call 315-410-7747, or visit
bubelebaby.com.
Buyers are seeing stars for Stella
Industries'
Spring/Summer 2012 stripes and ruffles. The Pippa
Vertical Ruffle Dress (2T to 10 years; $32-$35
wholesale) spins the classic navy and white
combination with a cascade of frosty ruffles and a
big flirty bow; while the Sunshine Tulle Skirt
Dress (2T to 6X; $32-$33) turns sailor girls into
charming ballerinas. For big sisters, the Lilypad
finds a new angle for stripes (fits 7 to 16 years;
$24). For more information, call 213-627-2676, or
visit stellaindustries.com.
Uli
Belenky of Zutano
continues to spin fabulous mix-and-match patterns
like the Balalaika, a fantasy of fruity colored
paisley and bird motifs with Eastern European
flair. The A-line Jumper in Balalaika ($14.75
wholesale), is a "must-have" for fans. To keep the
sun from baby's eyes: the Pool Sun Hat ($8.75) in a
go-with-everything skinny stripe. (Fits 6 to 24
months.) For more information, visit
zutano.com.
It's a mad, mad world of Gumdrops and Lollipops and
Pirouettes in Paris at Twirls
& Twigs,
the whimsical brainchild of designer Shawna Dalton.
One of her top selling confections is the Lace
Belted Dress ($32 wholesale) that features a soft
aqua knit body layered with candy colored swirled
lace and finished with a velvet tie belt for a
flattering silhouette. (Fits 12 months to 8 years.)
For more information, call 310-965-7700 ext. 218,
or visit twirlsandtwigs.com.
With
its fashion forward shade of pimento, flattering
bodice and easy skirt, it's no wonder this
beautifully made all cotton burnout dress ($53-$57
wholesale) is a best seller among buyers shopping
the elegant Alessia
Spring/Summer 2012 collection. For more
information, call 514-276-0311 or visit
alessiaclothing.com. Toni
Romano at Bungalow
BeBe
reports big sales of the Alize' Cosido Dress
($27.50 wholesale). The 100 percent certified
organic Interlock cotton piece in bright blue
festooned with rich embroidery, can be "worn to the
pool, beach, or a day out with the family," says
Romano. "She'll look perfect for any occasion!"
(Fits sizes 2 to 6 years). For more information,
call 914-433-4509 or visit bungalowbebe.com.
Mim-Pi,
known for mixing bright, funky prints and glitzy
embellishment, tones down the works for
Spring/Summer 2012 with a group of
fresh-as-a-breeze, feminine dresses in soft rose
and pale blue. Duo
Showroom
in New York is having great success with the blue
dress that mixes a fun horse pattern with different
lace treatments. Sequins and tulle can look casual
if they're blended with cotton knit. (Fits 6 months
to 10 years, Spring 2012 collection: $14.95-$89.95
wholesale.) For more information, call
212-354-2371, or visit mim-pi.com.
Two
best-selling outfits that epitomize the
Siaomimicollection's
quirky charm: the Printed Floral Cardigan ($34
wholesale) in go-with-everything gray over the
Liberty print Smocked Sundress ($28), and the same
cardigan in cheerful yellow over a soft cocoa and
white checked Jumpsuit ($27) detailed with a floppy
bow at the neckline and dropped waist. Attention to
detail and a never-miss eye for color make the
Spring 2012 collection a winner. (Fits 12 months to
8 years). For more information call the
Tiny
Ginger Showroom,
646-645-9773, or visit siaomimi.com.
