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August 2009 Children's Club: New Exhibitors and New Lines - Part II
Baby Champagne by Edoche Festive collection of newborn keepsakes Designer: Eda Topur Wholesale: $5 - $29 Standouts: The champagne bottle filled with a onesie, two bibs, and slippers
FYI: Ms. Topur's babies' last names are Champagne (she uses her maiden name), and that is what inspired the name for her new company. There are 3 different gift sets available but the customer also has the ability to buy items separately. This Children's Club marks her launch, and it's an addition to her well known line of baby shoes, baby accessories, and exotic women's footwear. Tel: 206-860-3100 E-mail: info@edoche.com
Cutie and Patootie "Trendy apparel for the little one you love" Designer: Laura Minguzzi Ages: 3 months - 10 Years Wholesale: $12 - $29 Standouts: The short sleeved onesie emblazoned with "Party like a Rock Star" in multicolored rhinestones, the "Beautiful Wings" design in multicolored rhinestones; the black cotton zip front hoodie decorated with a skull & crossbones and spider web in rhinestones.
FYI: The line uses high quality 100% cotton (which is very soft yet very thick), and it's unapologetically cool, hip, and happening with more than a touch of the rock 'n roll vibe. Everything is either printed with transfer dyes, or decorated and embellished with all manner of items (nailheads, rhinestones, studs). Ms. Minguzzi is a busy mom of two and has a background in high end luxury retail. Tel: 718-791-6148 E-mail: cutieandpatootie@aol.com
Ewers Collection High quality, trend driven European brand of leggings, tights, and socks Wholesale: $3 - $16 Standouts: The indoor slipper socks which have silicone holes on the bottom to prevent slippage and come in a range of designs including colorful stripes, and pirate; the glittery gold and silver cotton and elastine tights.
FYI: The German company was founded in 1866, but this is their first time selling to the U.S., and their first Children's Club. They are known for their amazing range of colors, their high quality, using only the softest materials, and are certified Oko-Tex 100, a European certification that ensures that no harmful chemicals are used. They also offer an organic cotton line Tel: 347-394-3151 E-mail: Sandrine@lolligo.com
Ottilie & Lulu Dermatologically and clinically tested no nonsense face, hair, bath, body and sun care products for tweens Designer: Deborah Hernan Retail: $13.50 - $54.50 Ages: 7 - 14 Standouts: The attractively packaged gift sets which include a variety of essential, must-have products: Travel Pack Essentials, Spa Essentials, Hair Pack Essentials.
FYI: Ms. Hernan, who was for many years with Revlon, just launched online this past April. She uses only natural scents: lavender, wild mint, rose water, or cucumber. Ottilie & Lulu are actually the names of a friend's two daughters, who live in London. The company's motto is, "It's never too early to start protecting a girl's natural beauty". Tel: 917-748-9094 E-mail: Deborah@ottilieandlulu.com
Momma Couture Unisex Diaper Bags Designer: Rashmi Budhram Wholesale: $10 - $115 Standouts: The 'Stinky Bum' wristlet or clutch; the top handle 'Satchel' which is large enough for two kids; 'Momma's Wristlet' in linen and leather, which keeps wipes moist and soft; the oversized 'Weekender' in crisp ivory and navy; the 'Stash & Go' Messenger bag.
FYI: All the bags are insulated and lined in easy cleaning vinyl and all the products are CPSIA compliant. The styles and colors are decidedly unisex, classic, and chic. The designer (who was a VP of product development for Safeway) and her husband, are partners, and also, parents. They are "committed to keeping kids safe". Tel: 646-247-9493 E-mail: Rbudhram@mommacouture.com
Loopeez A new product that helps kids tie shoes Designer: Courtney Maslow Wholesale: $1.80 - $2.25 Standouts: The Heart, the Blue Lizard, the Blue Baseball, the Butterfly
FYI: The product, originally designed for Ms. Maslow's little daughter, who had trouble tying her shoe laces, is an attachment to shoe laces for easy re-tie and is available in a variety of colors and designs. It can also be used by people with arthritis, disabilities, or for the elderly who have trouble keeping their hands steady. It also accelerates the learning process, makes shoe tying fun, and is cute enough to be used as a cool decoration! It is both utilitarian and decorative. Tel: 484-238-5133 E-mail: info@loopeez.com
Baby Moon Neck support pillows for infants Designer: Kelly Su Wholesale: $12 - $14 Ages: Newborn - 6 months Standouts: The graphic stripes and cute tiny dots
FYI: The product (made from 100% Pimatex Cotton or 100% Plush Polyester) is available printed (graphic stripes and dots), or in soft solid colors. The Velcro closure ensures the pillow stays in place. It comes already gift packaged and looks good enough to be used as a decoration for baby's room. After 6 months, it can be used as a neck support. Ms. Su is a designing mom who created the pillow when her then 3-month-old daughter Kaitlyn, was diagnosed with "flat head syndrome". She has since improved. Tel: 206-853-3155 E-mail: Kelly@shopbabymoon.com
Sweet Shoes Unique footwear with a laid back California beach vibe Designer: Mandi Dana-Panzer Wholesale: $15 - $17 Sizes: Infant, toddler Standouts: The clip on canvas 'wave' shoes; the slip on canvas shoes with skull & crossbones; the metallic leather cut out Mary Janes in high intensity 'rock candy' colors; the suede booties with grip on bottoms; the leather slip ons with Saturn on front
FYI: The canvas slip on with the skull & crossbones, was not only used as a prop in the blockbuster movie, "The Hangover", it's been seen on Angelina and Brad's daughter, Shiloh. This is Ms. Dana-Panzer's first year in business and first Children's Club. As a mother of three, she couldn't find shoes to her liking (with high quality, style, at a good price) so she designed her own. Her motto is "do it differently than anyone else". Tel: 831-239-1027 E-Mail: info@sweetshoes.net
Oh Plah! A bracelet that's a teether or a toy Designer: Jen Pitman Retail: $19.99 - $24.99 Standouts: The special edition 'Energy' in clover green, the proceeds of which go to Healthy Child, Healthy World
FYI: Oh Plah! Is French for "here you go"; it's both a bracelet for mom and a teether or toy for baby. The product is available in 5 colors; one size fits all, is completely recyclable, durable, safe to handle and chew, cleans easily, and meets or exceeds the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act. Ms. Pitman is currently working on her next product: a necklace or a pendant that can also be used as a teether or toy Tel: 860-581-4595 E-mail: Info@roundhousedc.com
Fuzzy Nation Outrageous, over-the-top line of plush dog purses and wristlets for all ages Designer: Jennifer Liu Wholesale: $9 - $25 Standouts: Boston-In-Boots "Elvis" Limited Edition, Pug-In-Plaid Antlers "Ant" Teapup Purses; Houndstooth Schnauzer and Tartan Scottie Wristlets; Chinese Crested In Flambé "Betsey J" and Frenchie "Petit Bunne" Darn Cute Plush bags
FYI: Everything about the line, is completely tongue in cheek, over the top, and creatively outrageous, including the catalogue, the graphics, the logos, and the doggy gift boxes which come with all items. There are 9 bags, 9 wristlets, and 9 Darn Cute Plush Bags which are breed specific. The fabrics used are from the fashion industry, not the children's industry and each dog has a name and a story. The line is being sold at Barneys and Fred Segal, so you get the picture about how 'fashion forward' it is. Tel: 800-541-1345 / 973-940-3100 E-mail: mary@fuzzynation.com
Heelarious Soft crib shoes designed to look like high heels Designers: Britta, Hayden Wholesale: $7 - $19 Sizes: 0 - 6 months Standouts: 'Lily', the new open toe heel in pin satin with bow on front and chandelier lining; 'Jessie' and 'Sadie' the black and pink patent cowboy boots; the new credit card teethers
FYI: The unscented and unflavored credit card teethers are available in lime green and bubble gum pink and have the name, "Ima Spender" imprinted on the front, with an expiration date of 2015 Tel: 425-646-HEEL E-mail: sales@heelarious.com
M. Bretts "The bags with the sections" Designer: Melanie Bretts Wholesale: $65 - $70 Standouts: The small tote and the large tote, available in chic brown with tan or black with gray and are sized to keep one's "everyday life in order"
FYI: Ms. Bretts is a mother of 3 who found she needed a bag with compartments to organize her life. She couldn't find what she was looking for so she designed one and the line took off. She hopes to add a line using eco friendly fabrics, and is currently working on the "ultimate" beach bag. Tel: 312-523-6742 E-mail: info@mbretts.com
Originally published August 20, 2009
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