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ENK Children's Club: Established Lines Present for Fall 2009 - Part II
See Kai Run Urban, edgy yet classic footwear for infants and toddlers Designer: Cause Haun Wholesale: $20 Sizes: Infant, toddler Standouts: The boy's Mazi two-tone blue trainer with cream stripe, the Jake cream and brown trainer; the little girls' Kadence two-tone pink trainer with white accents, Lilly Jean gold t-strap sandal, and the Alina cream Mary Jane with lavender accents, all from the new line, Smaller by See Kai Run, which is sized for newborns through two-year-olds
FYI: Kai is the name of Ms. Haun's son, who inspired her to create a line of comfortable flexible soled shoes that mix practicality, function, and urban style. She has had much press since launching the line over 5 years ago, and has been spotlighted in high profile magazines such as "Pregnancy & Newborn", "Elle Jr.", "Fit Pregnancy", "Parents", and "Baby Couture". Giving back is very important to her and the company's continuing partnership with Soles4Soles enables them to supply thousands of needy children around the world with footwear. Tel: 888-524-7463 E-mail: info@seekairun.com
Max Daniel Baby High end baby luxury and gift line Designer: Eden Amir Wholesale: $5.25 - $34 Sizes: Newborn to adult Standouts: The brand new Spot and Leo collection of well priced plush baby booties and rattles which are available in 8 different adorable animals, and are sold in a keepsake box; the brand new leopard printed booties that come packaged in their own colorful keepsake gift box; the adult throws available in chic animal patterns like leopard and zebra.
FYI: The company is 4 years old and the line is available in over 500 stores; the emphasis is on customer service and customization; they were awarded Disney's prestigious 'IParenting' Media Award and comply with the CPSIA. Tel: 310-377-4004 E-mail: info@maxdaniel.com
Vincent Fun, fashionable, functional shoes for children Designers: Patrick Österman and Thomas Elbaum Wholesale: $12.48 - $49 Ages: 3 month - 8 yrs. Standouts: The hi top 'Roger' canvas lace up; the unisex 'Stan'; the 'Oscar' Velcro, leather and mesh sporty sandal; the 'Olivia' sandal; the 'Linda' heart emblazoned boot in red and pink; the 'Klas' low rubber lace up rain boot.
FYI: The name Vincent (Vincent Elbaum to be exact) is actually the name of Thomas Elbaum's nephew. When Vincent was born, the designers wanted to give him a gift, and they couldn't find any shoes to their liking, and so they decided to create a line of functional, sporty, and fashionable footwear for babies and kids. Their motto is, "A big step for small feet". All the styles are named after boys and girls. Tel: 877-816-2368 E-mail: ksawyer@vincentshoestore.us
Bambeeno Cashmere Classic, timeless cashmere clothing and accessories for infants and toddlers Designers: Jennifer Fritz; Whitney O'Brien Wholesale: $18 - $90 Sizes: Newborn - Size 6 Standouts: The unapologetically preppy sweaters emblazoned with lobsters or anchors; the zip front hoodies; the assorted stripe pullovers; the caps with pom poms; the fringed scarves which match the cardigans and skirts and which at 42x32 can also double as a baby blanket.
FYI: Bambeeno, is the relatively new children's division of Two Bees Cashmere, a premier cashmere line for women. The motto of the company is "Into every life, a little luxury must come". Jennifer and Whitney, who are now business partners, first met when they were freshmen at Middlebury College Tel: 917-710-2513; 404-816-0901 E-mail: info@twobeescashmere.com
Livie & Luca Handmade whimsical footwear for the little ones Designers: Mitzi Rivas; Amie Garcia Wholesale: $22.50 -$23.50 Sizes: 9 months - 6 years Standouts: The decidedly Victorian 'London' boot, their best seller for fall; the 'Pup' (which has a puppy face and tail); 'Anya' named after the iconic dolls of Russia; 'Woodland', the unisex boot shoe (one is brown the other is mushroom).
FYI: All the shoes are made in Mexico (which has a storied history of shoemaking) and are imbued with an artisanal feeling, making use of non traditional colors and whimsical characters. Giving back and being eco friendly are as important as creating whimsical, high quality, and comfortable footwear for the little ones and so the company employs sustainable practices and environmentally friendly materials. Even their catalogue is made from recycled paper. Tel: 888-548-5822 E-mail: mitzi@livieandluca.com; aime@livieandluca.com
Milk & Honey Baby Surf inspired clothing and accessories for children Designer: Nichole Horiuchi Wholesale: $ 7 - $31 Sizes: Layette, infant, toddler, girls 4 - 6x, boys 4 - 7 Standouts: The Drop'n In tee shirt; the oriental floral printed kimono top and dress with coordinating stretch velvet velour pants; the flower decorated Havaianas; the "Sweet Pod" embroidered surf sets (long sleeved one-pieces with hats); the 'Surf's Up' or Vintage Bus short sleeved tee and legging set which is also offered in a long sleeved version.
FYI: The name Milk and Honey Baby was inspired by "The land of milk and honey", the land of new beginnings - where life prospered and nature flourished. It seemed like the perfect name for a line which is all about a laid back beach vibe. Ms. Horiuchi attended California State University Long Beach and studied abroad at the Sorbonne University in Paris for one year. Tel: 714-847-6844 E-mail: nicmilknhoney@hotmail.com
Originally published April 24, 2009
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