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Cool Is a State of Mind: Traditional Collections for Fall 2008 - Part I Purists rest assured. There are still collections that offer traditional colors, smocking and other telling details that one expects from a classic line. Look closely though at some of the collections below (seen at Children's Club and Bubble, March 9-11, 2008) and you'll notice a blurring between classic and modern that feels fresh right now.
EMILY LACEY Homebase: Lake Forest, IL DESIGNER: Kristan Lacey Sizes: Girls 3 months to 14, boys 3 months to 10; Wholesale prices: $20-$50 The beautiful craftsmanship, traditional styling and color and monogrammed detail make Emily Lacey an ideal line for gift retailers.
Outstanding pieces: Two gorgeous pieces for the holidays or any special occasion: The rich red smocked dress is ideal for that Christmas or Chanukah photo.
There's a touch of romance in the smoky green hue of this pretty frock. Tel: 847-247-4444 E-mail: Info@emilylacey.com
THE LADYBUG COLLECTION Homebase: Camp Hill, PA DESIGNER: Bill Jupitz Sizes: 3 months to plus size 10XW; Wholesale prices: $59-$500 Jupitz's collection spans traditional full-skirted dresses adorned with floral detail in pastel tones for little girls, and richly colored, simply shaped pieces for their big sisters. Regardless of the style, the garments are always tasteful, not over the top.
Outstanding piece: Cocoa satin is striking. Add the rich lace detail at the waist and the flattering bell shaped skirt and you've got big time wow factor. Tel: 717-761-2344 E-mail: Info@ladybugcollection.com
MALLEY & CO Homebase: Garland, TX DESIGNERS: Malley Gaulding and Theresa Helms Sizes: Girls infant to 12 years; Wholesale prices: Contact manufacturer Whether they style sportswear or go the classic route with the Jack & Teddy collection, the designers' lines always offer fresh, appealing colors and arresting detail.
Outstanding piece: The Fiddle Dee Dee dress with the embroidered ribbon at the bodice is the best way to say Merry Christmas. Tel: 972-840-6433 E-mail: malley@malleyandco.com
MA POUPEE Homebase: Brooklyn, NY DESIGNER: Ma Poupee design team Sizes: 3 to 24 months; Wholesale prices: $40-$46 Ma Poupee's designers launched a collection of fine, all Pima cotton separates and blankets in clean, uncluttered shapes.
Outstanding pieces: This is an interesting little design. The shape of the piece and the bodice detail suggest old-fashioned smocked items, but the solid color and knit modernizes the garment.
The one-piece gives boys all day coziness and a great color to show off in. Tel: 718-972-2921 E-mail: Sarah@mapoupeebaby.com
OLD WORLD CHILDREN Homebase: Stamford, CT DESIGNER: Guida de Carvalhosa Sizes: Girls preemie to 14, boys preemie to 7; Wholesale prices: Contact manufacturer De Carvalhosa's collection of classic designs always includes arresting combinations of traditional materials with unusual trims. This season she mixes wool plaid with crocheted lace.
Outstanding piece: de Carvalhosa feminizes a bold plaid smock dress with a thick border of rich lace creating a special, one-of-a-kind effect. Tel: 203-461-8260 E-mail: decarvalhosa@aol.com
Originally published April 14, 2008
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