Donna Prescott turned a love for batik into Young Colors, a sportswear company that works batiks into free wheeling creations. A favorite of the designer is the Autumn Patchwork T-shirt in rich red with a scarecrow applique ($16-$20 wholesale) worn atop the Patchwork Tutu Skirt - a tiered confection of autumnal prints ($23-$28). A fabric flower hair clip ($3), crocheted striped clutch purse ($9) and jersey leggings ($8-$11.50) complete the look. (Fits 12 mos. to 14 years.) For more information, call 719-539-3812, or visit youngcolors.com.

Perfect for playwear and underwear and seasonless too? That's right, Malibu Sugar, a collection of brightly colored, soft, seamless basics for girls 4 through teen sizes, works in the gym, the playground and under anything ($4-$28 wholesale). To see the entire collection of camis, bras, tank tops, boy shorts, skirts and leggings, call 310-883-8385, or visit malibu-sugar.com.

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Designer Shana Cutler's favorite outfit from Sammi & David's Fall 2012 sportswear collection is the Leo Bow Tee worn with the Leo Bow Sweat Pants. The pieces embody the company's goal: to "celebrate a child's inner self by allowing her to express what she feels and who she is on the outside." Items are available in comfortable bamboo fleece and knit jersey as well as edgier fabrics such as pleather and distressed leopard. (7 - 12 years, $17.50-$50 wholesale) For more information, call 213-293-5403, or visit sammianddavid.com.

Good actors know that to command attention you don't shout; a soft voice draws in the audience. Marilyn Tov speaks quietly too, with a Fall 2012 collection of soft-toned solid garments in simple shapes and luxurious fabrications. The designer references an earlier era with subtle touches such as pleating and, for a hint of drama, a richly fluttered cap sleeve. (2 to 10 years; $32-$53 wholesale). Visit marilyntov.com.

 Shefali Shirhatti, owner of The Tangerine Tree line of organic playwear, describes the Fall 2012 collection as "Storybook time: kittens who've lost their mittens and puppies on the go in little cars." The line of easy-to-move-in pieces includes cotton knits and denim, polka dots, all-over prints and "colors in tune with the trends of the season." A few examples: a wrap top with a kitten print, a boy's tee with contrast stitching and car appliques, and a fun denim knit top with a cat applique and fringe trim. (Fits NB to 7 years; wholesale prices begin at $8.) Visit thetangerinetree.com, or call 512-632-8883.

Pure elegance in Baby CZ's orchid pink coat and dress. From the Petite Parade/Vogue Bambini Fall 2012 Fashion Show.

From the Petite Parade/Vogue Bambini Fall 2012 Fashion Show: SnoPea's delicate floral dress and shrug. Milk carton not included.

 

From the Petite Parade/Vogue Bambini Fall 2012 Fashion Show: A model does the happy dance in a silk charmeuse dress by Baby CZ.

From the Petite Parade/Vogue Bambini Fall 2012 Fashion Show: Y-3 (Yohji Yamamoto) puts skins for boys in the map.

From the Petite Parade/Vogue Bambini Fall 2012 Fashion Show: Color makes the man in Andrew & Audrey's multi-toned sweater and cargo pants.

From the Petite Parade/Vogue Bambini Fall 2012 Fashion Show: Zutano works stained glass colors and imaginative animal motifs into easy cotton knits for girls and boys.

Designer and owner Julie Martin describes ZozoBugBaby's Fall 2012 Confetti collection as "clean lines and a sophisticated, gray palette with bright splashes of signature ZozoBugBaby kaleidoscope color! It's schoolgirl, but fun. Classy with a sense of humor." The model wearing the Candle Top and Giftwrap skirt is ready for a party. (Fits 2T to 12 years; $12-$31 wholesale) For more information, call 503-999-0618, or visit zozobugbaby.com.

Baby Bespoke by Kathryn Beach offers bespoke styling for the little one. This butter soft, fine wale corduroy dress printed by Liberty of London, from the Fall 2012 collection, is one example (NB to 18 months; $60 wholesale). To see the entire collection of equally refined, couture quality pieces, call 800-783-1020, or visit babybespoke.com.

There are no better examples of the sophisticated mood at Baby CZ for Fall 2012, than the Scarlet Dress (3 months to 12 years; $72-$94 wholesale) and the Tailored Cropped Jacket in navy and black houndstooth (2T to 12 years; $105-$130). Both pieces are classic with a special touch - the velvet bow belt on the dress; the jacket's glimmer of silvery threads - that lend a modern note. See the entire collection at the March Children's Club (booth #9200). For more information, call 212-580-5190, or visit babycz.com.

 
Submarine proves they're more than swimsuits with a new collection of Supplex athletic wear and jersey dresses and leggings. Cut to flatter, the easy-to-move-in pieces are colored in jewel tones and exude an understated, sexy Seventies' vibe. (Fits 4 to 16 years; approximately $25-$45 wholesale). To see the entire collection, visit booth #8000 at the March Children's Club, call 305-931-4196, or log on to submarinekids.com.br.

Susan Exley of Juney Bloom returns to Children's Club in March (booth #9308) to introduce her Fall 2012 collection of everyday and special occasion pieces. Handcrafted in Los Angeles, the clothing is pure understated romance in elegant, smoky tones; loose, easy-to-wear shapes; and a smattering of sequins. (Fits 3T to 8 years; $32-$162 wholesale.) Visit taigan.com where the collection is part of an exclusive group of merchants.

Vintage wallpaper prints and tribal embroideries, military styling and hand-painted animal prints bring buyers into Siaomimi's magical world for Fall 2012. Rich vintage tones are brightened with sunny blasts of turquoise and turmeric, and pattern meets pattern in harmony. The girl wears the cozy Painter's Tunic ($30 wholesale) in a repeating tile pattern, Two-Tone Cardigan ($36) and plaid Leggings ($18). The young man mixes stripes and animal graphics in the Fox Tee ($20) and is ready for a few high kicks in loose cut Kung Fu pants ($26). (Girls and boys 12 months to 8T.) To see the entire collection, visit booth #9337 at the March Children's Club. For more information, call 917-539-0979, or visit siaomimi.com.

Lorraine Kitsos at Redfish Kids Clothing wants children to explore life with courage and creativity. To do that, kids need clothing that expresses their individuality and allows them freedom of movement. From the Fall 2012 collection, is The Coat for Chloe ($40 wholesale), a chic piece with generous swing-cut styling that allows ample room for layering. The easy 3-Pocket Revival Jacket ($35) in black denim spiffs up the unisex Fishbone Hoodie Jacket ($21) and slim Kick Jeans ($22). Fits 12 months to 12 years. To see the entire collection, visit Ria Terrins in booth #9486 at the March Children's Club. Call 800-862-2608, or visit redfishkidsclothing.com.

Black lace evokes the glamour of the 1950s while looking timeless today. At Alessia, the designers offer a black chiffon top with a face-framing sheer bodice ($20-$23) and a ruched lace skirt ($29-$32 wholesale). Both pieces are cut narrow for a flattering fit. The items are perfect as is, under a jacket or paired with casual jeans or a turtleneck - a great way to stretch a buck! To view the entire collection, visit booth 8665 at the March Children's Club. Call 514-276-0311, or visit alessiaclothing.com.

 
Made in Los Angeles, kid tested and mom approved, Stella Industries' dresses are staples for little girls and their big sisters. Classic pink, gray and black colorblocks is one theme for fall, as seen in the Capemay dress with detachable cape (2T to 16 years; $27-$37 wholesale). Big sisters look effortlessly chic in knit Marfa dresses (7 to 16 years; $33). To see the entire collection, visit booth 8122 at the March Children's Club. Call 213-627-2676, or visit stellaindustries.com.

Malley & Co., manufacturers of pretty, flirty girls' garments and classic boyswear, is introducing several new groups for Fall 2012. In the Malley Too group, are several dancer-themed frocks like the elegant Teal Sequin Party Dress (4 to 16 years; $35-$37 wholesale) fit for a prima ballerina. The Livi G line, offers casual mix-and-wear items in comfortable printed French Terry (12 mos. to 12 years; $43-$49). And for lovers of the classics, there's Jack & Teddy's ice blue Original Recipe dress (3 mos. to 6X, $30-$36) and boy's Longall (3 mos. to 4T; $36-$40). 972-840-6433, or visit malleyandco.com.

Designer Uli Belenky at Zutano made a resolution to "embrace the slightly offbeat." To that end, she's offering a palette of bright teal and orange balanced with sky blue and cocoa, finding inspiration in folkloric motifs as well as cowboys, gingham and sleek motorcars. And she's finishing the look off with her latest addition: a generously sized Bow Tie. (NB to 4T; $5.25 to $27 wholesale.) To see the entire collection, stop by booth #7500 at the March Children's Club . For more information, call 802-563-2961, or visit zutano.com.

Why is it that a knit outfit, especially one like this elegant coat and coordinating jumper from Pimalinda's Fall 2012 collection, always looks more sophisticated than woven pieces? The two items, in easy-to-pair heathered taupe, offer unlimited warmth without bulk thanks to a lightweight blend of baby alpaca and wool. (12 months to 6 years; $25-$48 wholesale.) To see the entire fall line, visit booth #8156 at the March Children's Club. For more information, call 210-827-9600, or visit www.pimalinda.com.

It's tulle time at Masala Baby with a fall collection trimmed, tiered and fluttered with the material. Continuing with her popular Global Beats theme, designer Dapali Patwa mixes tulle with rich ikats and giraffe patterns and adds smocking. For boys, she juxtaposes soft chambrays with dyed ribs and knits. And the colors! Well, see for yourself. (3 months to 10 years; $14-$32 wholesale.) To see the entire collection, visit booth #9823 at the upcoming Children's Club. For more information, call 888-306-6269, or visit masalababy.com.

Sometimes finding a collection that's modern without being edgy and classic yet not conservative, is, well, a little like squeezing juice from an olive. The Olive Juice multi-piece collection for girls and boys blends clean lines and subtle tones with easy to mix-and-match, small-scale patterns. Just what you were looking for. (2 to 8 years, $15-$32 wholesale). For more information, call 800-595-8870, or visit olivejuicekids.com.

Dinosaurs inspired designer Alexia Panza's, Tom & Drew boys' Fall 2012 collection, while her Holiday 2012-2013 boys' group channels swanky icons like lounge singers and other dandies with luxurious cashmere, herringbone, tweed and silk. (2T to 8 years; $32-$50 wholesale.) For Olivia & Ollie and the tween Liv lines, Panza forgoes frills for "strategically chosen lines, curves and details that represent the process of growing up." (Olivia & Ollie: 2 to 6 years; $36-$70. Liv: 7 to 14, $38-$80.)

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She's a girly girl who insists on ruffles for playtime. He's a wanna-be rock 'n roller. Petit Lem's Fall 2012 Signature Collection has just the right pieces to suit their style. For Miss Frills, there's a pink hoodie ($22.50-$24 wholesale), T-shirt with big girl graphic ($12.50-$14) and polka dot tiered skirt ($15-$17.50). Little Steven Tyler has an easy cut plaid shirt ($16-$17.50), with funky faux-tie-printed Tee ($12.50-$14.50) and lean cut jeans ($21-$23). Girls and boys fits 6 mos. to 6X. For more information, call 877-748-6698, or visit petitlem.com.

For Fall 2012, SnoPea has baby covered with elegant black and white separates as well as playful, print driven items. In the licorice Swirl group, girls look sharp yet whimsical with ruffles, a drop waist and tiered skirt. Young lads rock prints, hoodies and knee patches with comfortable mix-and-match pieces from the Up Up and Away group. (Fits 6 to 24 months; average price: $20 wholesale.) For more information, call 212-594-0295, or visit snopeawear.com.

Imagine a kaleidoscope, the illustrations in your favorite children's book, and a fairy godmother waving a sparkling wand: that's Mim-Pi's Fall 2012 collection where no print is ever bright enough, and no dress is left without a tulle underskirt. (2 to 10 years; $4.50-$42 wholesale.) For more information, call the Duo showroom at 212-354-2371, or visit mim-pi.com.

Mom's got her wardrobe figured out: well-cut pieces in easy neutrals; a few knockout dresses for dinners out; a couple of fun items, like a soft plaid smock to throw over jeans; and she's set. Amelia applies the same logic to their Fall 2012 collection, offering natural fibers, a palette of subtle earth tones, and a gorgeous silk piece in a dusty teal that lights up any complexion. Grazie! (NB to 8 years; $30-$130 wholesale.) For more information visit ameliamilano.it.

Soft organic cotton pieces for girls and boys are must-haves for Fall 2012, especially if they're colored in easy-to-wear neutral tones, like these from Nosilla Organics. Touches like the hip motorcycle graphic and stripe-lined hood make them ideal for gift giving. (Preemie to 4T; approximately $17-$19 wholesale). For more information, call Allison Moroze at Ali's Market, 212-695-2300, or visit nosillaorganics.com.

Based on the Belle Epoque, a period in French history known as the "beautiful era," Wati's Fall 2012 collection debuts with a palette of delectable orchid, peony and hyacinth colorations, easy shapes, lush fabrications, and the embroidery and frills this designer is known for. (4 to 14 years, $14-$49 wholesale). For more information, call 650 224-7478, or visit watidesign.com.

Lucky Jade offers lucky kids cashmere/cotton separates for Fall 2012, like this oh so foxy hooded cardigan with a fun fox motif (fits NB to 4 years; $36 wholesale). For more information, and to see the rest of the collection, call 310-929-0285, or visit luckyjadeproducts.com.

A sneak peek at Deux par Deux's Fall 2012 collection shows the designers favoring shades of gray lit with brilliant red, sequins, and elegant graphics fit for a style-conscious fille. From the Heartbeat collection comes the playful Faux Cardi with dress ($29-$31 wholesale) and leggings ($13-$15). Adding sparkle to a casual occasion is the knitted dress ($34-$37), hat and tights ($11 each) from the collection Je vais a Londres. Tres chic, qui? (up to 12 years.) For more information, call 514-383-3408, or visit deuxpardeux.com.

For the 2012-2013 season, designer Servane Barrau is working a storybook 'Once a Upon a Time' theme, with three groups: Panda and the Bird, Panda and the Fish that feature rich color, multiple patterns and graphics, and Panda and the Princess, pure fantasy in filmy frills. The Kawaii-style, Japanese-influenced designs include a removable hanging panda-doll friend as well as secrets pockets and arresting graphics. (12 months to 10 years; $8 -$94 wholesale.) For more information, contact servanebarrau.com.

 


Here's a sneak peek at three Fall 2012 collections at Allison Moroze's Ali's Market New York showroom: Civil Society, Rag Top and Maisonnette. Civil Society brings intricate detailed seaming to trend-conscious boys' shirts (4 to 16 years; $22-$25 wholesale). Boys who like edgy, left-leaning messages and funky graphics will appreciate the tees and hoodies from Rag Top (12 months to 7 years; $13-$22). Girls' collections include Maisonnette, where mixed prints and simple shapes brighten a toddler's day (12 mos. to 6 years; $32-$40). For more information, call 212-695-2300, or visit alismarket.com.

 
Oilily's unique and playful Fall 2012 collection has an overall theme, "A Heart for Art", and thanks to brush stroke prints inspired by toy, stamp, and postcard collections; artistic 'messy' dot prints; big florals with visible brush strokes; laser prints; hand embroideries; hidden pockets; unusual buttons; reversible coats; etc., children will be better able to tap into their artistic creative side.

Sized for 6 months to 12 years, wholesale prices range from $16 (for tights) to $139 (for a down winter coat) - average dress price is $49 - average skirt price is $39 - average T-shirt is $23.

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.

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Originally published February 10, 2012

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