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Children's Club Fall 2008: The Establishment in March - Part III
GOGO GEAR Fashionable (and 'back' friendly) diaper bags Designer: Katharine Marinaro Wholesale: $9 - $340 Standouts: The oversized raisin patent leather trolley bag with gold chain handle; the grommeted brown vinyl diaper bag that looks just like patent leather; the oversized bronze metallic diaper bag with gold chain handle.
FYI: Ms. Marinaro's husband is a chiropractor and his expertise is used to ensure that all the products in the line will not only look fashionable, but won't injure one's back; their motto is, "be safe, be kind, be happy". Tel: 310-589-2898 E-mail: Katharine@gogogeargoods.com
JESSE WALKER Colorful hand knits for little boys and girls Designer: Dale Schlauch Wholesale: $12 - $22 Sizes: Layette, infant, toddler, girls 4 - 6X, boys 4 - 7 Standouts: The 100% organically dyed pom pom hats and booties; mismatched recycled confetti stitch knitted viscose hand warmers; recycled reusable nylon snack bags sold in sets of 3.
FYI: Jesse Walker is named after Dale's two children, Jesse and Willy. The motto of the company is, "Knitters rule, babies drool". Ms. Schlauch makes everything herself by hand and can personalize for custom orders. Tel: 303-494-7571 E-mail: info@jessewalkerknitgoods.com
DIESEL KIDS Sporty and stylish footwear for the young set Wholesale: $35 and up Sizes: Infant, toddler, girls 4 - 6X, girls 7 - 16, boys 4 - 7, boys 8 - 20 Standouts: The silver metallic Moon Boots and tri colored sneakers with Velcro closure; the winter white pony skin and leather T-straps; the rubber sole, ribbon tied silver and purple suede high tops
FYI: Wilbur Das has been the creative director for Diesel for about 18 years and has been successful in making sure that every division of the brand (from baby to adult) has the same design philosophy. Diesel Kids can best be described as a 'downsized' version of what the grownups are being offered. Tel: 212-755-9200 E-mail: Patrick_jones@diesel.com
KIDS KAPERS Hand made hair accessories Designer: Sandra Ostach Wholesale: $5.75 - $6.50 Sizes: Preemie, newborn, layette, infant, toddler, girls 4 - 6X, girls 7 - 14, Preteen Standouts: The stretch and soft headbands decorated with organza flowers (many are embellished with crystal centers); the large grosgrain and organza bow barrettes which are available in every imaginable shade.
FYI: Ms. Ostach has been in business for about 20 years and everything in the collection is domestically hand made (Cherry Hill, N.J. to be exact). The tube displays are also available to stores that buy their products Tel: 856-751-3696 E-mail: sandyostach@gmail.com
A.J. MORGAN Distinctive eyewear for all ages Wholesale: 50 cents - $3 Sizes: Infant - 12 Standouts: Oversized celebrity 'glamour girl' shades (very 'Nicole Ritchie'); small metal vintage inspired frames; colorful plastic frames decorated with rhinestones in assorted, whimsical patterns (flowers, cherries, bumble bees, multi stripes); the clear plastic heart shaped eyeglass case decorated with polka dots which can be used as a handbag.
FYI: The company is proud of their reputation as a "leader in fashion forward eyewear" and literally have something for everyone (and every age). Tel: 213-624-0254 E-mail: ajmorgan@att.net
BOO FOO WOO Highly original, unique, and whimsical clothing and accessories brand for little girls and boys Designer: Asao Iwashi Wholesale: contact manufacturer Ages: Girls and boys 0 - 12 Standouts: The "Hippo" milk bag; the cotton patchwork backpack; the paisley canvas rubber soled slip ons; the furry boots and colorful tiger print boots and rubber sole slip ons; the boxer that folds into its own pouch; the whimsical umbrellas that are sold with their own matching rain boot 'stands'.
FYI: Boo Foo Woo means "Three Little Pigs" in Japanese and is the name of a popular kids show that was popular in Japan many years ago; Mr. Iwashi (a true original with his own unique personal style) is a well known 'brand' in Japan, having started his company in 1984. He frequently traveled to New York and L.A. in search of unique, one-of-a-kind items and vintage has always been a source of inspiration for him and his designs. Tel: 81.42.78 .81. 15.32 E-mail: koizumi@boofoowoo.co.jp
Originally published April 12, 2008
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