children’s retail blogs

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4Everly Adorned


Adding an artsy flair to a child’s room, while informing, inspiring and contributing toward the conservation of animals.

Jennifer Hiser created her brand-new company, 4Everly Adorned, to inspire children with art. Jennifer makes hand painted, one-of-a-kind furniture pieces and accessories that not only add exciting flair to a child’s room, they personify originality and self-expression.

“I wanted my daughter’s first room to be alive with vibrancy and unconventional style,” Jennifer says. After she is less than impressed with the one-note, flat and mass produced furniture and décor of department stores, she puts her own background in the arts and her love of color and design to work. “I created one-of-a-kind, hand painted pieces of furniture for my one-of-a-kind baby girl.”

Jennifer explores numerous creative outlets ranging from working at well-known fashion magazines in New York City, to designing soft accessories for a global fashion brand in Chicago, until she finally finds her own artistic niche. “Designing my daughter’s nursery led me to discover the area of design I was looking for.”

Jennifer values the importance of inspiring children, and educating them as well. Her passion for animal rights grew while on safari in South Africa, and she immediately wanted to do all she could to help. “We have teamed up with a nonprofit that helps to create awareness about wildlife conservation,” she says. “We hope to connect and collaborate with other local artists, and to globally educate as many young minds as we can.”

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Luvmother


Adding just the right amount of style, versatility, durability and comfort to every kid’s wardrobe.

Founded in 2013 in Montreal, Canada, Luvmother is built on the premise that it is hard to find well-made, long lasting fine clothing for young children in North America. The husband-and-wife founders have roots in the outdoor industry and an eco-conscious approach. Their mission is in line with the North American outdoor specialty marketplace, which prides itself on its land protection origins, responsible manufacturing, great design, commitment to community and preservation of emerging brands in diversified outlets.

Luvmother’s fine merino wool layering systems for lifestyle and outdoor apparel are made using the highest quality products with sustainability in mind; their goal is for each piece to be versatile and durable enough to carry on into the hand-me-down cycle that currently exists in the children’s apparel marketplace. Merino is a perfect fiber for comfort, warmth and durability and Luvmother provides children with clothing they know works for young families like themselves.

“To make something ‘well’ is a decision and there really are no short cuts,” says Luvmother founder and partner Kevin Peacock. “We set out to design clothes that not only fit as they should but are also built from quality, traceable materials and feel good next to skin. We believe clothes should stand the test of time, because something worth doing is worth doing well.”

Luvmother clothing is made for children ages two to eight years. The company is expanding their size range to include three months to 12 years in fall of 2017. The collection ranges from tops, bottoms and leggings to extra generous swaddle blankets, hats and accessories.

The company brand name is composed of “love” and “mother,” two words that are packed with positive meaning. The founders are also giving a nod to all moms, Mother Earth, the mother of invention and the idea that with a little “luv,” anything you put your mind to is possible.

What’s UP PR

Luvmother and What’s UP PR have recently partnered on branding and promotion. “Luvmother is a new generation of committed makers of essential goods to benefit families getting outside and teaching others how to enjoy the outdoors comfortably with enduring products – the premise of this industry,” says Beth Cochran, founder of What’s UP PR about their mutual goals. “We are honored to be on board. Our team is made up of outdoor enthusiasts and parents of all ages. It’s essential to constantly welcome new young members to this tribe of business that are making a positive impact.”

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Caeli Kids


Caeli is Latin for heaven. That’s what we try to make. A little piece of heaven to bring out your child’s inner angel.

New York-based Caeli Kids is a brand-new line of upscale dresses and sets for girls in sizes infants thru 16. A former head designer at US Angels, Rare Editions and Gerson & Gerson (Bonnie Jean), Caeli Kids owner/designer Quynh Waddell has taken her talents and partnered with a premium dress factory to produce this exquisite line. “Because Caeli Kids is partners with our factory, prices are much less than our competitors and very affordable,” Liz Faber tells me.

Great for Moms

“Being a mother of three kids, I understand the need to make clothes that look great and last,” Quynh says. “When I design, I look for patterns and color that excite me. I don’t go for what’s been sold already but what I would buy for my own girls.”

Dressy with a Twist

The launch collection is filled with a mix of novel, on-trend knits and woven fabrics, with embellishments such as laser-cut patterns, neoprene netting with satin ribbon soutache, sequin stripes with fringe, chunky, elaborate detailed floral embroideries with metallics, polka dot knit jacquard, high quality brocades, holiday laces and original prints. Silhouettes are traditional dressy and fun casual, with a new twist. Very nice!

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Baby Girl Couture


Trendy, unique, sophisticated clothing and accessories for little girls!

Baby Girl Couture is a girls’ clothing boutique that recently opened in Lithonia, Georgia’s Stonecrest Mall. The shop offers stylish dresses, blazers, pants, tops, shoes and one-of-a-kind looks for little girls ages five to 12 years old; popular designer brands and lovely accessories to complete their looks.

She Shines Wherever She Goes

Baby Couture looks feature charming fabrics in vibrant hues and soft pastels that are sure to produce glowing smiles and compliments that little girls -and their Moms- love to hear. The boutique’s motto, She Shines Wherever She Goes, defines the belief that an outfit can change everything, and girls who feel well-put together and stylish exhibit strong confidence and are ready to take on the world with pride. You go, girls!

Richelle White tells me the staff at Baby Girl takes pride in providing stylish clothes and accessories that help children express their own individuality. You’ll find adorable outfits crafted from the highest quality materials, designed to please and highlight your little princess and her beautiful features.

Custom Curated Couture

All Baby Girl Couture designer clothes and outfits are hand-picked after a careful selection process. “We have searched through many brands to find pieces that truly reflect the essence of childhood and combine lasting quality with styles your little trend-setter will love to wear,” they say. “We treat our customers as family and believe in friendly, reliable service!”

Visit Baby Girl Couture at Stonecrest Mall and online at https://www.bgboutiques.com/.

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Lili Collection


Make a Style Statement.

Finding the perfect baby shoes can be challenging, which is why Lili Collection strives to design highly fashionable baby shoes for all babies and toddlers. Whether you’re looking for a special occasion, photo session, something playful or something casual chic — we’re sure to have something you’ll love.

“Lili Collection is born and inspired from my son Liam, aka Lili,” says Megan Linke. “When Liam was born in 2013, we entered the land of all things baby. This is where I discovered how few companies make their shoes here in the states.”

Armed with this knowledge, Megan set out to make her own baby shoes. She takes sewing lessons in New York’s Garment District, learning to make booties and moccasins for Liam “ in every color.” She says, “Moms in the neighborhood took notice and would ask if I could make them a pair. After enough interest — Lili Collection was born.”

Made in the USA

Lili Collection prides itself on two things that are rare to find in today’s market; handcrafted and Made in the USA. “I personally handpick the leather and believe this is essential to producing high quality products,” Megan says. “Lili Collection believes in the notion that great design and craftsmanship equals patronage for generations to come.”

The company is known are known for fun handmade moccasins, oxfords and loafers that are stylish, comfortable and easy to put on.

Megan says, “Lili Collection has grown beyond our wildest dreams since opening in 2014” The company has been featured in have been featured in many leading publications including Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine, Parents, Footwear News, Glamour and popular industry blogs; Megan’s been interviewed by local television stations, the Hallmark Channel and more. Several celebrity moms and dads have given Lili Collection their seal of approval.

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Indy “Talk” Shop


Kickstarter Campaign Launches Today!

Indy “Talk” Shop, a new creative educational toy startup for kids ages 0-3, produces toys that easily guide playtime with your kids for better bonding and learning. The company is launching a Kickstarter campaign today (February 28).

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As You Read, You Play, and You Learn, Naturally

Based on new research in child development and play methods, Indy “Talk” Shop is creating a line of playboxes that is qualitatively different. Each playbox comes with an original story about a cute yet clumsy dragon named “Indy” and a matching classic toy, such as a puzzle, blocks, train sets, etc. Each story guides a reading-while-playing experience that prompts playtime with your kids and enables an interactive dynamic between parent and child to enhance developmental areas that are critical for their growth. While essential for a child’s early learning, the playboxes also offer parents the tools they need to help their kids learn.

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Indy “Talk” Shop’s Kickstarter campaign offers backers an opportunity to donate the first playbox in a series, Indy and the Farm (an original story with a matching farm puzzle), to one of three New York-based national charity partners that support the education and advancement of children: K.I.D.S./Fashion Delivers, Family Health Centers at NYU Langone and Room to Grow. When you support Indy “Talk” Shop through the campaign, you will also buy Indy and The Farm for children in need.

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About Indy “Talk” Shop

Indy “Talk” Shop is co-founded by Frida Matute, M.A. CCC-SLP, a New York-based medical pediatric speech-language therapist, and Alex Adarichev, an architect and designer. Frida’s inspiration comes from tying her clinical experience, research and love of watching kids and parents learn together. Their five-person team has been working diligently to make this launch a success.

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Indy “Talk” Shop’s method is to embed tips and hints into the story’s pages, treating text with graphics, punctuation, capitalization and bold-faced type, so parents can read to their kids in a sing-song voice. This technique is “dynamite for language development,” says Patricia Kuhl of the Institute for Learning and Brain Science at the University of Washington. The combination of embedding tips for parents and encouraging an animated reading of the story while playing with the matching classic toy helps kids naturally repeat core vocabulary words and sounds. It also lets children practice early cognitive skills like problem-solving, matching and categorization.

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Play research has been going on for years, although not all toy companies are embedding this research directly into the design of toys Like Indy “Talk” Shop is. “Preschool children learn better when an adult is involved,” says Dr. Jenny Radesky, a pediatrician specializing in child development at Boston Medical Center. In other words, guided play is best for kids’ development, to help parents and kids bond, learn and play more effectively. “When parents keep the conversation going, rather than simply trying to get their children to hear as many words as possible, they are preparing their children for later language and school success,” say Kathy Hirsh-Pasek and Roberta Michnik Golinkoff, child psychologists and researchers at Temple University. Further research explains that healthy brain development relies on guided play between kids and parents. Indy “Talk” Shop playboxes guide parents through a playtime interaction that will make a difference in their kids’ development, whether they have five minutes or an hour to play.

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Cirkel USA


Handmade Tutus Hit the Runway at MAGIC

Family owned and operated Cirkel USA is releasing two new collections at the MAGIC fashion expo in Las Vegas through February 23: The Fashion Collection and The Polka Dot Collection.

Each collection brings to life all the popular colors celebrities are currently wearing – in tutu form. The Fashion Collection features between 20 and 25 vibrant, popular colors, while The Polka Dot Collection features eight. Each of the tutus are customized with accessories such as handmade bows.

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Cirkel USA Tutus at a Glance

  • 100% American tulle
  • Handmade
  • Lasts for two children’s sizes or up to two years
  • Adjustable waistband

“We were simply inspired by our daughter and her love of tutus.”  

Founders Fabio and Maria Jose have been making tutus since 2002. Their daughter kept outgrowing her tutus so the two decided to start making their own. With an adjustable waistband, their daughter could keep wearing her favorite tutus for years rather than just a few weeks. That’s when Fabio and Maria decided to start making them for other children as well.

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Inspired by their young daughter, the two began the company in Quito, Ecuador. To expand their business, they recently moved it to Florida, which allowed them to produce the two new collections to exhibit at MAGIC. The collections are the result of a collaboration with Belgian stylist Romina Sergi, who created fashionista-based designs for The Fashion Collection, while Fabio and Maria used their tutu expertise to bring the designs alive.

Both collections are on display now at the Cirkel USA booth 74061 at MAGIC. Cirkel is also exhibiting some of their onezies, customized using Swarovski crystals, foil, tulle and other fabrics. Their products prices range from $25 to $50.

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Comotomo


Solving an entire laundry list of unresolved “bottle issues” for parents.

Comotomo makes baby bottles that feature innovative and sensible design to most closely mimic natural breastfeeding. Their naturally shaped, soft, silicone nipples are ideal for babies who have trouble transitioning from nursing to bottle-feeding.

Comotomo “designer junkies” have set out to rid the world of too many plain and uninspired products by

  • listening to frustrated moms desperately searching for a bottle their little ones will take
  • not ignoring the issue of “nipple confusion” mostly ignored in product designs
  • banishing bottles that look and feel so foreign to natural nursing
  • solving the conundrum of trying to clean out narrow-necked baby bottles

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Award Winning Design

The result is a baby bottle that won an IF Product Design Award in 2010, which both parents and children love. Little ones can hold onto the skin-like, soft and squeezable body that is like no other bottle in the world. Parents appreciate the wide-neck design for brushless, stress-free, cleaning bliss.

“What we realized was that there is a giant void in the market,” the Comotomo design junkies say. “This inspired us to make something really fantastic. Something that truly makes moms lives a bit easier, and babies a wee bit happier.”

These green, BPA-free bottles are equipped with truly innovative vents that are smartly designed to prevent colic, while eliminating annoying leaks.

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Teether, Too

The Comotomo design junkies go back to basics with the baby teether, made from silicone that is not only safe and completely non-toxic, it has the perfect blend of soft and flexible texture -the most “bite-friendly” material out there, they say.

Easy and intuitive to grab and hold, the four prongs are sized to mimic baby hands. The teether is just long enough to reach the back molars, and sensibly sized to prevent choking.

At Comotomo, a beautiful product doesn’t just look good, it elegantly enhances your experience.

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Rivet


Riveting Styles for Boyish Smiles.

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When the Atlanta Falcons take the field this Sunday for Super Bowl LI, a whole bunch of fans will be wearing their Jones jersey that they bought at Rivet (that’s Julio Jones for those uninitiated with the fabulous Falcons – #RiseUp!).

Rivet is a new contemporary boys clothing and accessories shop in Snellville, Georgia with all the trends and fashion needs for guys sizes 2T-16.

“First impressions matter, right?” Monique Knight says on her color-block-cool, beautifully designed website. “Call us crazy but we want our little guys to look like cosmopolitan gentlemen not haggard, unkempt slouches.”

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Adorable Boys Love It

The Rivet family is made up of all the parents, grandparents, uncles, sisters, cousins, aunts and friends of adorable boys, and they want stylish children. “We are fed up with the constant Mom conversation starter, ‘Oh my, it’s so hard to find cute things for my boys!’”

The answer now is Rivet, where you can find Wes and Willy, Axel and Hudson, Mayoral, RichBoys, InCity, Kangol, Melissa and Doug, Bijan Kids, Hatley and much more.

Rivet believes in recapturing ideals of integrity, honor, fairness and kindness. “We are not naive enough to think that wardrobe will change the world, but it’s a start,” Monique says. “This is a really cute shop and boys love it.”

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Who wouldn’t love that?

Visit Rivet at The Shoppes at Webb Gin or shop online at http://www.rivetboys.com/.

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Rainey’s Closet


Introducing Luxury Fashion Rentals for Littles.

Selecting the perfect special occasion outfits and accessories for their children is often a daunting task for parents. Not only could the celebration be costly, the shopping is time consuming!

Parents can solve this dilemma with one stop to Rainey’s Closet, their new one-stop online shop for luxury special occasion rentals and coordinating accessories for children.

“Consider Rainey’s Closet your child’s dream closet,” says founder Erica Richards. “We give you access to limited-run boutique clothing, hard-to-find styles and made-to-match accessories. Whether it’s a photo session, first birthday or flower girl outfit, we have everything you need to bring your vision to life.”

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A multitude of shimmering tulle dresses, sequined shrugs and vintage lace crowns from coveted labels including Tutu du Monde, Dollcake, Joyfolie and Nellystella are available for rent at www.raineyscloset.com. Rainey’s Closet rentals are a fraction of what it would normally cost to purchase outfits outright- items often worn once for the special occasion and never again- with a normal rental totaling $30 to $45. Luxe ball gown rentals are typically around $100 for styles that normally retail for over $500. Outfit add-ons and accessories, including collars, capelets, headbands and flower crowns, are available for rent at a reasonable range of $8 to $20. The nude Swan Queen dress and Queen’s Tiara by Tutu du Monde are two of the most popular rentals.

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Why Shop at Rainey’s Closet?

  • Find flower girl gowns for bridal parties
  • Find first birthday party frocks
  • Find festive holiday dresses for family portraits
  • Photographers and stylists find one-of-a-kind outfits for fashion shoots and editorials
  • Preserve priceless quality family time to make special memories

Erica created the concept for Rainey’s Closet after she has a frustrating experience coordinating clothing and accessories for her annual family photo session. Spending countless hours tracking down items often too expensive or unable to arrive in time, then scrambling to find something for her three-year-old daughter, Rainey (namesake!), Erica realizes the need for a streamlined, luxury children’s fashion rental business. She says, “After a lot of time and money was invested in an outfit that would be worn only once, I thought, ‘I wish there was somewhere I could rent everything in one place and be done with it.”

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Now There Is

By taking the guesswork out of finding high-quality and limited run styles by in-demand designers worldwide, Rainey’s Closet is quickly becoming the online destination for discerning shoppers who adore micro fashion without the commitment or price tag of purchasing items. Rainey’s Closet offers coordinated outfit options from handpicked, hard-to-find brands for infants and children up to size 16. The simplified rental process allows customers to browse by size, category, brand or date and reserve their selection for four- or eight-day rental periods. For added convenience, customers can directly shop the styles they see on the Rainey’s Closet Instagram in the InstaShop section of raineyscloset.com.

Once reserved, their order will be shipped two days prior to their event for a standard shipping rate of $6. On the fourth or eighth day of the rental, customers can pack everything in the original packaging for mailing using an included prepaid return label – no need to dry clean or pay again for shipping.