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(Cabot, VT) The fundamental strength behind Zutano's Baby Basics clothing line lies in the unique mix and match-ability of each brightly colored little garment - Whimsically printed jackets layer over sweet screen-printed tees; stunning solid-color dresses float over stripy leggings; and the most coordinated 3-piece outfits are punctuated with perfectly matched little socks...Yes, socks! (Washington, DC) Whether they shop at retail stores or on the web, customer service is important to nearly all consumers, according to a comprehensive national survey on customer service conducted by the NRF Foundation, an arm of the National Retail Federation that offers National Certification in Professional Customer Service and Sales, and the American Express Company. (Brussels) Kid's Fashion has always kept a firm eye on the way the market develops and has now joined forces with Comexpo to reposition itself strategically in Europe and to make life easier for manufacturers and buyers. (Austin, TX) After what was one or those days that we all sometimes have, Robbi Cooper, owner, of Everything from the garden, felt the need to call Los Angeles and get some "Motherly Advice." That advice was, "If at first you don't succeed try, try again!" (Cabot, VT) This spring Zutano will introduce a brand new collection of adorable baby bibs! (Palos Verdes Estates, CA) When Natalie Walker retired from her career of 20 years as a high profile swimwear designer the last thing she intended to do was start her own swimwear company. (Port Washington, NY) According to a new holiday consumer survey by sales and marketing information company The NPD Group, apparel still remains the number one item purchased during the holidays. Of those consumers who plan to spend more this holiday season, 67 percent of them tell NPD they will buy apparel. (Casa Grande, AZ) R&D Int'l., Inc. proudly adds a new collection - Silly Sarongs - beach wrapped inspired resortwear from the designer's (Donna Prescott) experience with children on tropical islands. (Tustin, CA) Two-and-a-half-year-old Tiny Toes, Inc., a small, Orange County-based corporation has a lot to be thankful for after launching its Spring 2005 line at the L.A. Kids Market last month to a great reception from the attendees. (Albuquerque, NM) Kiwi Industries (www.kiwiindustries.com) announces its exclusive partnership with Tom Tierney, world-famous "Father of Paper Dolls," to launch the Spring 2005 line of organic cotton "paper doll" dresses. (Brookline, MA) Pineapple Kiss makes a splash with its Spring 2005 collection, being shown at Children's Club at the Javits Center in New York this weekend (Oct. 17-19). Visit booth #2132. (Port Washington, NY) A new survey of consumer holiday buying intentions by sales and marketing information company, The NPD Group, reveals that the 2004 holiday shopping season could be challenging for retailers. Nearly nine out of ten consumers say they are planning to spend the same amount or less than last year. (Maple Valley, WA) Specializing in heirloom-quality jewelry and gifts, Simply Tiffany Taite has made a name for itself in the children's industry by offering well-made classics that are difficult to find. (Los Angeles) Visit HEIR™ at Booth 2615 following the Vogue Bambini and ENK Fashion Show on Sunday, October 17, 2004 at the Jacob Javits Center in New York. HEIR, one of the collections featured in the show is an upscale line of children's apparel for girls and boys sizes 4-16. (Washington, D.C.) Online retailers will have plenty to be cheery about during the holiday season, according to a new survey of online shoppers and retailers. The 2004 Shop.org/BizRate.com Online Holiday Mood Study found that 98 percent of merchants are anticipating online growth this holiday season. Also, 32 percent of consumers plan to do more of their holiday shopping online this year. (Cabot, VT) The mood at Zutano this Spring 05 season will be upbeat and fresh, lead by an array of bright, exuberant colors and a variety of cheerful prints. Inspired by the hazy French country and seaside, Spring 2005 Collectibles from Zutano will conjure whirlwind visions of continents across the sea, and the sea itself, as it sways and rolls you through a kaleidoscope of summer colors, styles and inspiration. (Birmingham, AL) Retailer Saks Incorporated announced its plans to open a flagship Club Libby Lu store in October 2004 in the Downtown Disney(R) District at the Disneyland(R) Resort in Anaheim, California. Club Libby Lu, an experience-driven retail concept, refers to its 'tween customers as VIPs (Very Important Princesses) who receive the "royal" treatment as they enter the pre-teen fantasyland for shopping, birthday parties, and special events. (New York) Flip-flops appear in unusual settings. Industrial ballchain decorates the wrist. "Flash-and-trash" rings enliven youthful fingers. They're all new, but not unexpected from Carolyn Forsman, who has been designing upbeat, unusual, and affordable gift jewelry for 25 years. (Brooklyn, NY) We are proud to announce the expansion of the Ameripop t-shirt and onsie collection. (New York) We are pleased to announce that our Spring/Summer 2005 collection is ready and can be seen at www.elizagran.com. Please let us know if you'd like to see our wholesale price list. (San Jose, CA) Emmacathy is announcing the launch of its first line for winter/spring 2005. Emmacathy is a babies and toddler playwear line developed and run by Claire Whitehead. The company is running an online retail store and is also available in retail shops around the country. (Stamford, CT) The new collections are in for Boys, Girls, and Footwear. We are happy to announce that due to lots of requests we created an early delivery for Cruise that stores can receive in November 2004. (Venice, CA) For more information visit www.yomybooties.com. |
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