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October 2009 Children's Club: Established Exhibitors - Part II
Sage Creek Organic cotton baby clothes, organic children's clothes, organic bedding, layette and gifts Wholesale: Contact the company for more information Ages: Infant, layette, toddler Standouts: The pack of three organic wash cloths; the 2 pc pajama sets and footies (which are their most popular items); the infant boy and girl bodysuits; the circus print blanket; the unisex infant kimonos
FYI: Everything in the line is 100% organic, CPSIA compliant, and only non toxic vegetable dyes are used (no chemicals, pesticides, or finishing agents). In addition, Sage Creek Organics supports the World Wildlife Fund and IFAW as a standing member, and they support only Fair Trade suppliers and producers, making sure there is no child labor used. Tel: 877 513 2183, Ext 104 E-mail: sfox@sagecreekorganics.com
Top Trenz/Undee Bandz Trend driven fashion accessories Designers: Corey Glassberg; Jamie Glassberg Wholesale: $3 - $15 Sizes: Girls 4 - 6X, Girls 7 - 14, infant, tween, teen Standouts: The tie-dyed messenger bags, backpacks, duffels, emblazoned with peace signs; the eye catching statement making watches; the multi colored string tie on bracelets with tiny smiley faces and peace signs; 'nylonz' chokers and bracelets; the adjustable snap closure bracelets in assorted animal patterns with diamante hearts and peace signs
Tel: 631 254 8499 E-mail: toptrenz@aol.com
Pazitos Fun fashionable shoes for the young set Designer: Letty de Paz Wholesale: $20 - $30 Sizes: Infant, toddler, tween Standouts: The 'Poppy Sandal' and 'Poppy Caramel' flower adorned infant shoes; 'SWD Snake MJ', faux snakeskin Mary Janes with silver buckle; 'Farfalle' the floral trimmed thong sandals; 'Wrapped in Stones', the brightly hued wrap sandals decorated with a stone flower; 'Xxoo' the metallic platforms, 'Spanish Steps' the stone adorned flat thongs; 'Lollipop', the elastic ballerinas with stone decoration, all from the Picaroz line.
FYI: The name Pazitos is a combination of a play on the designers' last name, and the fact that Pasitos means 'little steps' in Spanish. The company began with crib shoes and they 'grew' with their customers. While trends are important, Ms. De Paz makes sure that they are appropriately translated for the young set. The new well priced Picaroz line is meant to be 'funkier' and a bit more 'mischievous'. Tel: 631 428 9177 E-mail: sales@pzaitosinc.com
UMI European inspired infant shoes Wholesale: $16 - $30 Sizes: Infant to toddler Standouts: The Lucy Sandal with floral embellishment; the Rosetta Candy jelly, available in three colors; the Huaraches with a rubber sole; the Umi Rana (latin for frog) which is water repellent, breathable, and is meant to wear in water.
FYI: The shoes, which are designed with "children's feet in mind", have been photographed on babies of celebrity parents, including David Letterman, Jennifer Garner, Tori Spelling, and Kelly Ripa. Last year they launched Primero, their line of first walkers; everything is made in Brazil and Asia. Tel: 732 345 5618 E-mail: mkohlenberg@umishoes.com
Vincent Shoes Uniquely designed shoes for children Designers: Thomas Elbaum; Patrick Osterman Wholesale: $12.50 - $31 Sizes: Boys 4 - 7, girls 4 - 6Xls 7 - 14, infant, toddler Standouts: 'Robban', the unisex striped rain boots; the 'Alcazar' wellies; 'Ludde', the striped leather athletic shoe with Velcro closure; 'Katrin', the metallic ankle strap ballerinas; 'Tracy', the metallic fisherman sandals
FYI: Their tag line is, "A big step for small feet" and in their catalogue, they teasingly proclaim "Sorry, we only have shoes for children" (FYI…the styles are so adorable, I agree that it's frustrating that some of them are not being made available for us adults). Celebrating their 10th year, they have just launched a limited edition Vincent Home line of exclusive furniture, especially designed for children (and ONLY children). Tel: 877 816 2366 E-mail: ksawyer@vincentshoestore.us; cberg@vincentshoestore.us
Bibi & Mimi Uniquely gift packaged baby accessories, shoes, socks, diaper bags and gifts Designer: Genie Voulo Wholesale: $8.50 - $42 Sizes: Infant, Layette, Toddler Standouts: The soft soled natural leather shoes ('sneaker', 'ballet slippers', 'birds', 'cow', etc.) which come packaged in their own see thru bag; the bright and graphic socks (Baby Jane, Peaceful Hightop, Dotties, Stripes) which are available as a 6 set gift package or as 3 Pack Socks (in clear packaging); the striped or argyle arm and leg warmers; the oversized laminated canvas "All-I-Need" diaper bags.
FYI: The award winning company has received a lot of press in quite a short time, and was also the recipient of the IParenting Media Award; the booth, the displays, the packaging, and the products are very graphic, colorful, and eye catching (that's what caught my eye). Their mission is to "Create more love in the world by creating baby products that are loved by people". Tel: 718 383 1452 E-mail: info@bibiandmiminy@yahoo.com
San Diego Kids Hats for the entire family Designer: May Bush Wholesale: $5 - $12 Ages: Newborn - 7 years old Standouts: The fresh and classic nautical striped caps and driver's hats; the reversible large brimmed hat (gingham checks and dots); the wide brimmed multi colored hat; the enormous brimmed hat decorated with butterflies that offers 50+ sun protection; the vintage inspired crochet caps hand made in Bali decorated with a space theme or butterflies; the hand crochet birthday cake hat.
FYI: This is a division of the San Diego Hat Company, which also makes hats for adults and as such, they've been featured in such magazines as 'Vogue', 'O', 'Marie Claire', and 'In Style'; they are proud to be known as a "design leader in the hat industry" and sell to such high end stores as Henri Bendel, Anthropology, Fred Segal's, and Kitson Kids. Tel: 760 448 8003; 714 397 1839 E-mail: james@sandiegohat.com
Originally published November 7, 2009
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