Product Launches and New Collections

Kikli Design


071613_KikliDesign_Montage_02This new dress line captures a feeling of wanderlust with a carefree, exotic style.

Redondo Beach, CA-based Kikli Design draws inspiration from the feeling of escape and discovery that arriving at your vacation destination can bring. The début collection of easy-wearing boho dresses is influenced by different spots on the globe, blending themes, prints and colors to create a unique, happy silhouette. The custom prints and free-flowing fabric combine an effortless California vibe with the vibrancy of India.

071613_KikliDesign_JasmineKikli Design is designed to provide every Mom and little girl with a tangible expression of wanderlust and the search for beauty everywhere.

Fun, Carefree Spirit of Childhood. Founder Harjot Gill says she chose the name to reflect the lighthearted feeling she experienced as a girl, twirling with her friends in the traditional Kikli circle dance. “Kikli Design brings together my passion for travel, which allows me to discover new worlds and ideas -and design, which informs everything I see and touch,” says the Mom of one well-dressed and well-traveled little girl.

071613_KikliDesign_NatashaFor its début, the line features six summery dresses, each with its own print, color combinations –and personality. Ella is a sleeveless dress with a different fabric on each of the three tiers of its skirt. Cece sundress features a smocked bodice with contrasting print panels. Natasha has raglan flutter sleeves, a cinched waist and a solid color pop at the neckline. Sasha takes the high/low hemline for a spin and features a contrasting yoke and colorful piping details. Penelope is a flowy empire-waist dress with a square neckline and contrasting patch pockets. And Jasmine delights with short sleeves, an A-line skirt, vibrant floral embroidery on the yoke and colorful piping on the bodice and hem.

Delicate to Statement-Making. The cheerful, upbeat and vibrant color palette and unique prints welcome warm weather with tones of Neon, Honeysuckle and Blossom pink; ornately decorated elephants roam through a garden of exotic florals; regal paisleys spring from leafy vines fill a lush garden of Lagoon and Neon pink. Single, repeated stems of Champa flowers feature Lipstick petals, Lagoon leaves and Herb stems. A cloud of multicolored butterflies alight on a Blossom background for a pretty in pink look.

Children’s Buyers – See the Spring ’14 line at ENK Children’s Club, booth #3313 in New York August 4-6.

Shoppers – Ask for it by name! Sizes range from size 12 months to 8. Visit Kikli Design at its future digital home at http://www.kiklidesign.com/.

TinyTinkers


070913_TinyTinkers®_Little Baker smClever photography and a realistic look come together in this sportswear line that lets kids aspire to grown-up dreams.

Orly Catz has always been a visual person, so when she receives her first camera at the age of 12, she finds the perfect way to express her creativity. Orly not only specializes in commercial and fine arts photography, but through her new apparel line, she’s helping kids envision their own futures.

I raised my children to be open-minded and to try as many things as possible from sports to math to Brussels sprouts! And that’s what TinyTinkers represents, a world wide open to our children to become whoever they’re meant to be and embrace what they love.

070913_TinyTinkers®_Tiny Gardener smEndless Possibilities of Childhood. With the Spring ’14 collection of TinyTinkers, Orly uses her illustrative style to create clothing that allows children to literally try on any persona they choose. The 100% cotton sportswear line uses digital textile printing with non toxic, water base inks, which creates realistic trompe l’oeil images depicting a range of grown-up occupations, hobbies and sports that both kids and their parents can relate to.

As a result, cooks looking for a sous chef, golfers in need of a caddie or handymen wanting an extra hand can find them, with the help of TinyTinkers®.

By offering real-life images unlike traditional screen prints, TinyTinkers fulfills the need we all have to see ourselves in our children. “I also love that TinyTinkers brings such joy,” Orly says. “Kids, parents and even passersby get a kick out of the realistic look of our images.”

With TinyTinkers, kids can walk in their parents’ footsteps, and adults can start them off on their own path. For instance, for shoppers who have a budding cameraman in their lives, the Tiny Photographer is the perfect way to bring their aspirations into sharp focus.

070913_TinyTinkers® Tiny_musician_smTinyTinkers’ spring collection features Polo rompers, one-pieces, T-shirt dresses and short-sleeve and raglan tees in sizes 12 months to 4T. Orly’s photography is brought to life with complementary imagery on the front and the back, with themes that include a gardener’s belt cinched at the waist; a guitar over the shoulder; a baker’s apron tied in place and a purse filled to overflowing hanging across the body. Sports images include a baseball mitt, bat and ball enhanced by baseball stitching; golf clubs slung over the shoulder; and tennis balls caught in the net. And for a bit of seasonal fun, the line includes Popsicles and a beach scene.

Children’s Buyers – TinyTinkers launches at KidShow/Las Vegas August 19-21.

Wholesale prices range from $12-$20. The line is represented by Bill and Sandie Ellsworth in New England, Dave Lefelstein in New York, Chelsea & Co. in the Southeast, Kathy Fedoryshyn in the Midwest, The Coffs in the Southwest and Jo Ann Farese on the West Coast.

Shoppers – ask for TinyTinkers at your favorite children’s boutique!

Monkeybar Buddies


062013_MonkeybarBuddies_01This summer’s must-have line of practical undergarments and more for active girls.

The Name Says It All. Have your daughters ever wanted to just swing from the rafters, no matter what they were wearing?

I See London, I See France, I CAN’T See Your Underpants!

062013_MonkeybarBuddies_03Monkeybar Buddies is an line of shorts, capris, leggings –and more- designed to let girls play as freely as they want to –even in their dresses and skirts. Functional as well as stylish, this collection of meant-to-be-seen underclothes keeps girls confident on the jungle gym.

062013_MonkeybarBuddies_06Run & Jump without Showing Your Rump. Designed for ultimate comfort, girls don’t have to give a second thought to exposing anything unmentionable while wearing the Spandex leggings -with ultimate stretch- or the fun shorts and capris in bright colors.

Check out Baby Buddies – adorable ruffled diaper covers- and Barely Buddies, too … seamless underwear in bright colors that give tweens and teens the confidence to put it all out there, without putting it all out there.

062013_MonkeybarBuddies_04Giving Back. The Monkeybar Buddies company loves to give back with their products, too. Buy one of the Girl Effect t-shirts, and proceeds from the sale benefit popular non-profit The Girl Effect, helping to make a difference in the lives of girls around the world.

062013_MonkeybarBuddies_08Monkeybar Buddies’ collection of head bands is perfect for helping girls beat the summer heat – another way the company has every girl covered. Buddie Bands come in a variety of colors and unique prints, with a comfortable velvet underside. Another plus – with every purchase, $1.00 is donated to DonorsChoose.org, helping students in need.

Shop for it all or find retailers near you at the Monkeybar Buddies website.

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Land of Looms


061913_LandOfLooms_OnePieceSafe for baby and safe for the planet.

Rinat Hegde has launched a modern, beautiful and chemical-free line of rompers, onezies and blankets for children called Land of looms.

“Land of looms was born with the intention of providing baby clothes that are made from 100% certified organic cotton,” Rinat tells me. “They are very soft and gentle on baby’s sensitive skin, clean and simple in design, and fashionably timeless.”

Organic cotton is pure, natural and more breathable, with none of the harmful chemical residue found in regular cotton clothing. The softer, thicker cloth also lasts longer because its less processed.

It’s every parents dream to welcome their precious little ones into a world that is free from all toxins and to nurture them with all things pure, just as nature intended.

061913_LandOfLooms_RomperLand of loom clothes are GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)-certified, designed and manufactured according to strict ecological and social standards. The natural color and sweet graphics that personalize each Land of looms design use non-toxic dyes and are made in fair trade factories. They’re also machine washable.

061913_LandOfLooms_Blanket“As parents we try to make informed choices, but sometimes we get caught up with the overwhelming choices that are presented to us,” Rinat says. “When you shop at Land of looms, you are assured that all products are safe for baby and safe for planet.”

Infinity for Girls


One is definitely not the loneliest number for this new fashion-forward children’s brand.

052913_InfinityForGirls_lineupSingular and Infinite. For anyone who is looking for the basics, there’s nothing basic about Infinity For Girls. The company’s signature design is one dress, available in one size that fits girls ages four through 10, that can be worn in a plethora of ways –enough to let young fashionistas flaunt their brave, beautiful style- and never be bored with the outfit.

052913_InfinityForGirls_lemonadeInfinity For Girls designs unique clothing and accessories inspired by the founders’ (three moms named Michal, Neomi and Irit) global vision and international backgrounds, which adds variety and distinctiveness.

Infinity for Girls is not only about the look, it is about the experience.

The Infinity For Girls dress can be worn strappy and full-skirted to strapless and bustled to fit any special occasion. “The one size will fit for years, with built-in ties on the skirt that allow it to grow with your child,” they say, “and a stretchy ruched bodice.” The solid color version is made from 100% polyester; the jersey and printed styles are 100% rayon.

052913_InfinityForGirls_coverupInfinity for Girls also makes Fabubands, stylish headbands with one-of-a-kind appliqués made with soft elastic that fits comfortably, in a variety of colors.

Cover Me. The Infinity for Girls cover-ups are 100% rayon and are perfect for keeping a girl trendy with a peasant-style, embroidered with coordinating thread and embellished with sequins and lacing, or a classic tunic design, with silver sequin accents. Pretty enough to skip the swimsuit and pair with shorts and sandals –and these come in sizes.

Petit Home by blabla Kids


051313_petithome_playpadExclusive blabla Kids designs come to life in a new line.

This year, Georgia-based blabla Kids continues an adventure in cloth, creating Petit Home, a complementary collection of poetic, modern soft goods for kids.

Winner of Milk Magazine’s 2013 Discovery Prize, the playful bean bags, traveling play pads, matching pillows and reversible totes that make up Petit Home are inspired by designer Florence Wetterwald’s imaginative drawings. The 100% cotton collection is made in Peru, very washable and sure to delight pixie people with its charm!

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Millions of Colors


050713_MOC_SS2This young label has caught the eyes of millions of minis out there – and their moms, too.

Designer brand Millions of Colors just introduced a Spring Summer 2013 collection that is light and ethereal –full of  flower petals, beach blossoms and summer parties. From polka-dot chiffon ruffles and flower petal skirts to light blue shorts and navy blue bows; the variety of lounge and beachwear is just right for the season.

050713_MOC_SS2_02The seaside is the inspiration for the vibrant floral designs by award-winning industry creative Rujira Lawonvisut, who has worked for a variety of companies including Gap, Theory and Urban Outfitters.

Designing is a lot like cooking. You mix simple ingredients into a big pot to create a dish. And then you add your own special spice.

050713_MOC_SS2_03The all-girl fashion label for ages 2-14 features details like floral petal-shaped embroidered necklines, waistlines and hemlines – with styles that blend solid cotton modal blouses with striped silky skirts for a dash of beauty and beach time fun.

Celebrity Eye-Catcher. Millions of Colors outfits have also caught the eye of the celebrity parents such as Brooke Shields, Tori Spelling and Jennifer Garner, as well as major magazines like Parenting, Small Magazine and others.

If your daughters love the look of soft, breezy style of summers on the beach, head for Millions of Colors –a seaside standout!

Froufrou & Company


From “America’s Finest City” comes a new girl’s swimwear line for summer.

050113_Froufrou&Company_01Selena and Analia Reif tell me they’ve always had a fancy for frills and a knack for design. They’re both very passionate about their new venture together, Froufrou & Company, a chic brand of baby swimwear for girls ages newborn to four years.

Our bathing suit designs are for the un-apologetically girly-girl with a love of fun, frills and fashion.

Made in the USA. The high-quality swimwear includes handmade touches and whimsical details that make the suits truly couture. The San Diego, CA-based Froufrou & Company baby swimwear is designed and manufactured by the sister team in Southern California. From linings in contrasting colors and patterns to hand-sewn bows adorning all the suits, their high standards for craftsmanship, as well as attention to detail and an eye for design set Froufrou & Company girls swimsuits apart – fur shur.

050113_Froufrou&Company_03Included in the Summer 2013 collection are one-piece swimsuits, bikinis, swim caps and headbands, to add charm and nostalgia. The swimsuits are available in a range of sizes from 0-6m to 3-4T. Accessories are available in all sizes.

Purchase online at upscale boutiques. All items in the collection are ready for immediate delivery to retailers for the Summer 2013 season. Retailers can contact wholesale@froufrou.co.

050113_Froufrou&Company_02Froufrou & Company celebrates the innocence and girliness of childhood with posh swimwear that is unparalleled both in style and quality.

One Dynamic Duo. As little girls Selena and Analia were inseparable, and found many outlets for their creative energies; one of their favorite pastimes was playing dress-up in their mother’s most glamorous skirts and scarves.

050113_Froufrou&Company_logoReminiscent of their childhood days, the sisters created Froufrou & Company out of a love of all things sweet in life. Their collective degrees in economics, fashion and graphic design make them one dynamic duo ready to make waves with their design début this summer.

Sew Lati


043013_SewLati_01Sew Lati Couture débuts with the Royal Collection for Fall Holiday 2013.

Smart, chic and glamorously functional, Sew Lati Couture is a new luxury brand for kids that features a bold, rich palette, exquisite fabrics, lux detail and modern style.

The color palette this season inspired the Royal Collection. When I think of royalty, I envision rich color and timeless, regal pieces. The deep hues of plum and navy combined have such a regal feel.

043013_SewLati_03Drawing inspiration from her three young children, designer TJ Hamilton, wife of NBA Chicago Bulls star Richard Hamilton, has created a collection infused with quality and bursting with practicality. From luminous velvet suits and jacquard coats to playful graphic tees and cargo leggings, pieces are designed to be mixed and matched into countless combinations of effortless elegance.

043013_SewLati_02Designed and fabricated in the USA, Sew Lati has a distinctly high fashion feel while keeping comfort in mind.

Introducing Gallo en Fuego


040913_GalloenFuego_firefighterMade in the USA collection of boys belts, t-shirts, pet accessories and more from the designer of mom and baby accessories line, 2 Red Hens.

Rooster on Fire! Introducing Gallo en Fuego, a new collection of boy’s and men’s accessories, custom designed logo t-shirts and pet products from Red Holliday Studios founder and designer Lori Holliday. Pronounced “guy-o en fway-go,” which is Spanish for “rooster on fire,” the line is made from decommissioned fire hoses. How unique!

Being married to a fireman has more than safety perks. It sparked my design inspiration, too. When fire hose is past its action-packed prime, it is decommissioned with little chance for a second life. Gallo en Fuego takes those spent pieces and transforms them into stylish wearable accessories for men, boys and pets.

040913_GalloenFuego_beltsNew York City Hot. “After years on the battle lines, even the toughest fire hoses have to retire from the field,” they say. Gallo en Fuego sources most of the hoses from New York. At the company’s Colorado-based custom workshop, the hoses are cleaned, keeping all their with distinctive marks from the fire ground intact. Both the inner rubber lining and the tough woven exterior become the raw materials used to hand-craft Gallo en Fuego’s distinctive collection of wallets, belts and other products.

040913_GalloenFuego_tshirtsInspired by her husband Mark, a firefighter for 15 years, Lori wanted to honor him and his fellow heroes, who put their own lives on the line each day. So the company has partnered with The National Fallen Firefighters Association in their mission to remember America’s fallen fire heroes and assist their survivors in rebuilding their lives.  A portion of the proceeds from each sale of Gallo en Fuego products is given to help the families of those men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice.

Available online, UncommonGoods.com (a favorite of mine!) and select boutique retailers nationwide.

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