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APRIL 2003

 

Scandinavian Designer Brings Baby World a Bit of Street Credit; Appaman Brings Cool and Colorful Designs to the Diaper Generation

(New York) Appaman Apparel has launched its Spring/Summer 2003 line at Appaman.com. All creations are soft, 100% cotton, hand dyed, and printed in New York City. These original funky designs are created and coordinated by the founder of Appaman Apparel, Scandinavian designer Harald Husum.

New Footwear Brand Changing the Way Parents Buy Shoes for Their Kids

(Boston) An innovative new children's footwear brand has hit store shelves this month which retailers say will change the way parents buy shoes for their children.

Karen Neuburger and Crown Crafts Infant Products Launch Karen Neuburger Infant Bedding

(San Rafael, CA; April 24, 2003) Karen Neuburger and Crown Crafts Infant Products, Inc. today announced the launch of a new line of Karen Neuburger® Infant Bedding. The partnership between Karen Neuburger and CCIP brings together the style, comfort, and design expertise of Karen Neuburger with America's number one manufacturer of infant bedding. The Karen Neuburger Infant Bedding will debut at the 2003 International JPMA Juvenile Products Show in Dallas May 2-4.

 Polo Ralph Lauren Opens Baby Store in New York

(New York;) Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation is pleased to announce the opening of a Ralph Lauren baby store at 872 Madison Avenue in New York, neighboring the Ralph Lauren stores at 888 and 867 Madison Avenue.

Zutano Opens Up New York Showroom in Greenwich Village

(Cabot, VT) Zutano, known for its creative and sophisticated children's clothing, is proud to announce the Grand Opening of its New York City Showroom on May 1st. This premier corporate showroom will feature the full collection of Zutano's extensive line of infant and toddler clothing, as well as accessories and toys.

Mommy Chic Set To Appear in Maternity Fashion Show Sponsored by LAUNCH

(New York, NY) The fashion show will highlight maternity fashion designers, who will have an opportunity to present their latest clothing trends in areas such as business/career, informal/casual and evening/formal wear.

 K.I.D.S. Donates $100,000 on Behalf of Governor Rendell for Pennsylvania's Children in Need

(Harrisburg, PA) Pennsylvania Governor Edward G. Rendell today thanked Kids in Distressed Situations, Inc. (K.I.D.S.) for its generous contribution of $100,000 of children's clothing for each year the Governor is in office.

Carter's Sponsors First Children's Garden and Windows of Macy's Flower Show with Eric Carle's Artwork

(Morrow, GA) Carter's, the leading brand for babies and young children, will be featuring its new Eric Carle apparel collection in this year's annual Macy's Flower Show. The artwork of Eric Carle, the award-winning author and artist of children's picture books, will be celebrated throughout the Macy's Flower Show and Macy's windows at Herald Square beginning April 13th and running through April 27th.

Gottschalks Launches New Private Label Children's Clothing Line

(Fresno, CA) Gottschalks Inc. announces the launch of the company's new exclusive children's private label ... GK. The new line features a wideselection of stylish and fun clothing for kids at affordable prices. Included in the line will be shorts, skirts, tops, t-shirts, in both sets and separates, plus sleepwear, socks and underwear. The GK merchandise is for kids of all sizes from newborns and toddlers to boys size 20 and girls size 16. GK will be in all Gottschalks stores on March 30, 2003.

The Conference Board: Consumers Continue Flocking to the Internet; Usage, Satisfaction and Trust Continue to Improve

(New York, NY) While technology companies continue to face sluggish growth -- with little improvement in sight throughout this year -- consumers are stepping up their use of the Internet, according to the Consumer Internet Barometer, a quarterly measure of who's doing what on the Internet.











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