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.

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.

Collection, 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

" 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).

 


In addition to Bibi & Mimi's legwarmers keeping infants' legs warm and protected against rug burns and splinters, add another layer of pattern to tweens' outfits with hearts, peace symbols and big dots - there's even a stripe with glitter. TB

Newcomer

flower accessories for 'precious little toes' (sized for 0 - 12 months). And Toe Buds by Toe Blooms' baseball themed accessory for baby boys.

 
Made in Utah, Little Things Mean A Lot's silk Dupioni romper for boys' special occasions.

A Little Splash is all about water wear and beachwear with an extensive selection of irrisistible complementary thongs and sandals.

 
Jannuzzi's lace print pant. More Spring/Summer 2012 Trends on the Runways and at the Shows.

Andrea's Beau tailored drape satin bow hair bands. More Spring/Summer 2012 Trends on the Runways and at the Shows.

Appaman is serious about head-to-dressing. For Spring 2012, they're offering girls' and boys' accessories in several colors that coordinate to their ever-growing sportswear line. (T.B.)

Unisex Pilot sunglasses (2-pack, $16 wholesale)

Girls' Bucket hat in comfortable sweatshirt fabric (2-pack, $30)

Comfy, well cushioned Flip Flops (3-pack, $21).

 
The Baby Bunch's brand new keepsake boxes: Nesting Dolls trio holds a bib, a bodysuit, and a nightdress (sized 0-6, 6-12)

 

Skidders' smart, practical and good looking kids' products: such as their Crystal Grip Shoes which boast Crystal grip bottoms and are available in 10 solids colors for boys and girls ($8.50 wholesale); and their Gripper Knee Pads (4 boys' styles, 4 girls' styles, $4.50 wholesale), which help protect kids' knees and build confidence.

Jefferies Socks' brand new Fun Sockz, a colorful and of course, fun collection of socks, sized XS-L, packaged with 12 assorted themed shaped bands (alphabet, music, dinosaur, sea life, faith, and fairy tale are themes to look for).

Sunglasses with attitude! Sons + Daughters' Jackie O inspired sunglasses.

 
More glitz from Ragg Shoes: the flat gladiator sandals with oversized jeweled center (ages 4 - 9).

Andrea's Beau's colorful Japanese kimono print headbands.

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Bobux's line of Spring/Summer 2012 shoes is stronger than ever, as evidenced by their wide selection of styles for two of their ranges: 'Step-Up' for first walkers (sized 18-22, $24 wholesale), and 'I-Walk' for confident walkers (sized 20-28, $28 wholesale).


Ahoy Matey I-Walk Dress Shoe

Twinkle Toes Step-Up Dress Shoe

Myself Belts' (the velcro belts kids can fasten themselves) brand new fire truck and big dot belts, newly sized to go up to 12.

No Slippy Hair Clippy's new and fabulous assortment of no slip clips, including 'Brynn',  the polkadot top stitched with double bow on velvet ($2.75 wholesale); 'Charlie', the 2-in. bohemian flower with beaded center, ($3.50 wholesale); and 'Raven' the adorable baby birds on velvet ($3.50 wholesale and definitely NOT for the birds!).

Bibi & Mimi's new Lolli Socks, printed socks (frogs, sneakers, Mary Janes, etc.) gift packaged to resemble lollipops, sized 0-12 months, $3 wholesale.

TicTacToe's new glow-in-the-dark Rock Diva socks for little girls; the new Sports Universe glow-in-the-dark socks for boys.

Fingerprints' pale mint green cable stitched hooded cardigan; the white cotton roll back pullover with monogram, sized 3m - 14.

Pea Soup's 2-piece football helmet sets (with or without organza packaging), sized 0-18 months, $19 wholesale; the New York City satin snap clips, $3.75 wholesale.

The Frye Company's Small Frye infant (0-3) sized versions of their quintessentially iconic biker boots, available in the original distressed brown leather, as well as pastel blue and pink suede.
 

Confetti & Friends' neon colored feathered hair clips, earrings, and headbands with hanging feathers (it's a 'feather' in their cap!).

Jannuzzi's brand new, witty, and tres chic lace printed ensembles: the tee and pants, $27-$29 wholesale, sizes 6m-6x; the ruffled bloomers and tank, sized 6m- 24m, $27-$29 wholesale.

Pazitos' mod inspired square toe metallic shoes with square buckles; the shiny 'patent' square toed driving moccasins in assorted and yummy colors (for ages 5-13).

Giddy Giddy's positively 'giddy' brand new multi-colored felt (handcrafted cotton) pouches (cotton candy, octopus, tiger, etc., $16 wholesale), and their equally adorable hair clip holders (hero anyone?), $15 wholesale.

Bear Feet's new Big Girl Beary Janes (a ballet shoe with a strap and snap over the inset, in addition to protective rubber pads on the sole to prevent damage), available in red, pink, silver, gold; $24 wholesale.

Newcomer Hippo Works' environmentally correct T's and one-pieces, sized for infants through age 12, $13 wholesale, featuring the whimsical, original artwork of founder and cartoonist Denis Thomopoulos. (A cool feature is that you can scan the back of each piece with any  smart phone, and learn about animal causes, nature, and how to protect the earth. Talk about saving the planet, one T-shirt at a time!)

Pink Pewter's utterly feminine, chic, and sophisticated floral and bow adorned headbands, ranging in price from $6-$12 wholesale.

 
Vinca's new studs (bunny rabbit and stars) $4.75 wholesale, and their neon animal rings, $2.75 wholesale.

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Room Seven's whimsical and colorful (what else would you expect from this offshoot of Oilily?) travel themed and patchworked trolley bags, suitcases, diaper and Nintendo bags for little boys and girls ($119 - $129 wholesale).

See Kai Run's matching styles for boys and girls (trainers, decorated Mary Janes) that run through all three lines: Smaller (newborn-24 months), See Kai Run (6 months-3 years), and Kai (2-6 years).

The mod inspired big floppy flower hair clips and headbands from Andrea's Beau.

Just when you thought they couldn't get glitzier at Ragg Shoes: The heart themed multi glitter sandals and MaryJanes with sequins (2-8 years); the new beach sets (nylon bag with a glittery thong inside, for 4-9 year-olds).

Y-3: A genius collaboration between the iconic athletic company, Adidas, and the revered, influental and avante-garde designs of Yohji Yamamoto, recently downsized for the young set. The new all leather Honja high top sneaker in gold and black (for ages 8-12); the graphic Sprint trainer sized for newborns-9 months. Visit enekony.com.

Magnificent Baby's 100% cotton new reversibles (a cardigan, hat, and bib) which are solid on one side, a print (circus, happy birds, apples, stars) on the other; the brand new polos and polo dresses with a diaper attached.

Dommi & Julie's moddish oversized felt flower hairbands with mink centers; handmade jewel like gold plated medallion headbands and hair clips.

Ragg Shoes' Tilly, the silver sequined thong with pink flowers.

7 A.M. Enfant's new super versatile elongated Polochon Bag with outside pockets.

Top Trenz's new tie dyed pillows stuffed with beads; and the new tie dyed school binders.

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Baby Deer's (newborn - 5 years) sequined espadrilles.

Lemon Loves Lime's charming scoop neck T-shirts with contrast crochet trim on the sleeves in assorted sea themed appliqués (fish, seahorse, sea turtle, octopus, crabs, flamingo).

Milla Reese's cupcake with bling ribbon hair clip.

Baby Deer's (newborn - 5 years) clear rubber thongs with flowers.

 
From Andrea's Beau: the elaborate flower girl basket, ring bearer pillow, white petal organza and velvet headband, and matching gloves (not shown).

7 A.M. Enfant's brand new extra large and extra light Roma bag with changing pad and multi pockets.

Little Things Mean a Lot's silk dupioni Christening gown with rosettes and full tufted skirt.

Tickle Toes' embossed paisley boy (blue) and girl (pink) gift sets of luxurious hooded towels, bibs and burp cloths.

Baby Deer's boys' classic cotton canvas loafers.

 
Liliella's ultra feminine charm bracelets and charm necklaces (with hearts, birds, ballerinas, owls, etc.) available in either 18K gold, or rhodium; Lolligo Showroom.

Thingamajiggies 4 Kids' bright cheetah two-piece pajama.

 
Who doesn't need a pair of alligator socks from Ewers?

From The Blueberry Hill: The Ben Mohawk Hat in gray, 6-10 months; and the Jake tan linen fedora.

Pea Soup Acccessories' neon colored stretch hair bands with nailhead designs; the larger sized gray, pink, white suede bows with rhinestuds.

: an inspired baby and kids collection consisting of bodysuits, beanies, bibs, booties, melamine dishes and t-shirts, each with a kid-themed cartoon from The New Yorker.

Kids Kapers' gold metallic iridescent hair bows.

Jannuzzi's minky bucket hats with snap-off flowers.

Top Trenz/Undee Bandz new tie dyed plush blankets; and their clever Design Ur Watch (you can pick whatever face, color, bracelet, etc.).

Finn + Emma's Scooter print bodysuit and reversible hooded jacket; the wooden girls' and boys' play gyms (with detachable toys).

Apple Park's brand new critter (monkey, lamb, bear, bunny, duck) backpacks (each animal has its own favorite food).

 
Lemon Loves Lime's sea themed colorful crochet beaded mermaid necklace; and the mermaid shoes (with beautiful coral printed lining).

Andrea's Beau's colorful Japanese ribbon kimono print headbands, bows, pinch clips.

L'Amour's flowery neon rubber thongs.

Nowali's newly colored striped moccasins/socks.

Pazitos' rhinestone medallion fashion sandals.


Picaroz's edgy buckled infant sandal.

Tic Tac Toe's heart and peace sign patterned Glow in the Dark tights.

Ragg is more glitz, more sparkle, more color with their Flora sandals and the Caylee gladiator with multi colored suede flower appliqués.

Milla Reese's practically lifelike Rapunzel hair clip made of ribbon.

I almost never met a chic, practical, humongous, white 'patent' bag that I didn't like, I was immediately drawn to the selection at Cyrus Company Bambino.

The 7 A.M. Enfant new Lightweight Baby Shield in neon orange.

Morfs' colorful, eye-catching, whimsical, and artistic 'When I Grow Up' tees with contrast striped sleeves.

I have a special fondness for my Chanel black cap toe shoes (flats and heels). So naturally, I couldn't resist the positively adorable mini versions at Old Soles (above) and Designer's Touch.

Jefferies' totally irresistible teeny tiny crochet infant sandals.

Danzo's canvas and Italian leather carryalls caught my eye.

Planet Sea's swim dress and a two-piece swimsuit both in red with the white logo, 'Keep Calm and Swim On' stamped in front.

Confetti & Friends' soda pop top bracelets.

Newcomer Petites Frites' adorable retro Crayola Crayons-inspired gift packaged bibs.

Originally published September 5, 2011

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