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The January 2008 Children's Club: New Exhibitors - Part I As always, I like to break up the column into two groups: 'new exhibitors' (two years and under) and the 'establishment'. In the first category, these are some of the ones that stood out this season at Children's Club (January 6-8, 2008).
7 A.M. ENFANT Urban, functional, and highly technical products for babies and children (also keeping in mind the needs of today's parents) Designer: Rebecca Campora Sizes: Newborn - Preschool Wholesale: $67.50 - $90 Standouts: The brand new Voyage diaper bag which opens on one side, has two big pockets, adjustable straps, a changing pad and an insulated compartment; the versatile Pookie Poncho which covers the baby and can also be used over a baby carrier, baby stroller, or to cover car seats; the Duo Blanket which is perfect for twins or siblings.
FYI: The French born designer (who has contagious enthusiasm for her product and for life) admits to "always thinking" about new 'inventions' and promises to never run out of ideas for future products. She recently won the 'IParenting' Media Award for the Blanket 212 Evolution.
Tel: 212-302-0888 E-Mail: info@7amenfant.com
PENELOPE PEAPOD Old fashioned, classic, and fun toys for imaginative girls on the go Designer: Shelagh Herzog Ages: 5 - 8 Wholesale: $9 - $23 Standouts: The new accessories (high chair, baby, bassinet stand, changing table, plush toys, rag dolls) which coordinate with the original product (the doll in the bag); the sweet and nostalgic Liberty of London prints (which are their best sellers).
FYI: Penelope Peapod is the winner of the Oppenheim Toy Platinum Award and the line of products is now sold in more than 800 stores across the country. Tel: 212-352-1035 E-Mail: info@penelopepeapod.com
BABY ROCK APPAREL Hip children's wear with an edge Designer: Kimberly Strayer Sizes: 0 - 8Y, 3 - 6M, Infant, Toddler, Girls 4 - 6X, Boys 4 - 7 Wholesale: $11- $18 Standouts: The t-shirts which are available in 36 different designs and boast such announcements as, "Sorry boys, I only date studs", "Sorry girls, I only date models"," democrat", "republican"; the hats, caps and beanies
Tel: 813-282-3987 E-mail: info@babyrockapparel.com
LAURA V. Colorful clothing and accessories with a decidedly South American vibe Designer: Clarence Acosta de Vinas Ages: 4 - 14 Wholesale: $5 - $15 Standouts: The whimsical and colorful bags, necklaces, bracelets, and key chains, many of which are decorated with butterflies, flowers, and beads. (They are made from the 'fique' plant, which is indigenous to Colombia, and then painted with natural dyes).
FYI: Everything is made and designed in Colombia (where it's summer year round and where she is the "leading brand". Miss de Vinas has 17 stores in Colombia, one in Brazil, and is planning to open in Los Angeles sometime in the future. While the company is 15 years old, this is her first time selling in the U.S. and her first Children's Club. Tel: 813-506-0253 E-Mail: tcherassivicky@hotmail.com
TRUE RELIGION KIDS Athletic, casual, fashion forward footwear Sizes: crib - teenagers Wholesale: 22.50 - $35.00 Standouts: the logo Velcro closure canvas sneaker (their best seller), the glittery Velcro closure sneakers, the graphic lace up sneakers
FYI: The line is designed in Italy, New York, and Florida with strict attention paid to meticulous detail; only the best materials are used. Tel: 212-247-4710 irving@gmi-usa.com
WISHFUL THINKING Charm necklaces on themed cords Designer: Chelsey Bronner Sizes: Preteen Wholesale: $9 - $16 Standouts: The 'two-in-one' Make a Wish necklaces (their 'best sellers') with slogans like 'Happy Birthday', 'Peace, love, happiness, 'Best Friends'; 'Just Bat Mitzvah'd
FYI: Chelsey's mom owns clothing stores (Infinity) on Long Island and she needed merchandise for summer camp (which Chelsey happily provided her with and the rest is history); they can do custom orders (and their necklaces are perfect for Bat Mitzvahs); this is only her second year in business and her 3rd Children's Club Tel: 516-902-9842 E-Mail: chelseyblair3@aol.com www.wishfulthinkingbychelseyb.com
Originally published January 22, 2008
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