New Wendy Bellissimo collections début in June

Fans can expect innovative, streamlined apparel and fashion-forward creations made from high quality fabric reminiscent of the favored Bellissimo lines originally launched in 1997.

Wendy Bellissimo Media, Inc. and 5 Star Apparel Group recently announced a licensing partnership that includes the marketing, production and distribution of the Wendy Bellissimo Baby & Kids apparel line. 5 Star -which owns and licenses a portfolio of recognized brands including kids lines Mecca, Akademiks and Rocawear– is heading the creation, production and distribution of favored Bellissimo brand lines including layette sets, sleepwear and clothing geared for boys and girls ages 0-7.

With the re-launch of our Wendy Bellissimo Baby and Kids apparel designs, the consumer will have an opportunity to enjoy my designs and the products that have become so well-loved on a mainstream level. With the support of 5 Star, we hope to bring these creations back to the consumer for Fall 2012.

-Wendy Bellissimo

The mother of four daughters, Wendy Bellissimo is widely known as a successful entrepreneur with a passion for creating products that families love. First perceived as an authority on products for growing families, Wendy’s sincerity and approachability enable her to connect with other women who see her as either the mom they are or as the mom they would like to be.

A celebrity favorite designer as well as a sought-after television personality, Wendy is hard at work designing new collections for apparel and room décor, scheduled to début in June.

In the meantime, enjoy one of Wendy’s videos!

Fresh Find for Valentine Inventory

An imaginative artist captures the “cute” in a playful collection of jewelry and artwork inspired by his original pop art.

Looking for that one last Valentine’s Day find sure to capture the hearts of little girls- and their moms at the same time? Oakland CA, USA-based artist Mark Poulin combines his passion for metalworking and pop art to create a quirky, modern twist on the classic charm. From dogs and cats, groundhogs and squirrels, to stars and Martians, his playful sterling silver charms are hand-cast from wax models of his original drawings.

The Mark Poulin Jewelry collection is a real find- a modern, affordable assortment of handmade rings, earrings, necklaces and bracelets, coupled with unique plaques and prints featuring cartoons of endearing animals and bold graphics created from his original sketches, kiln-fired into enamels.

Mark’s work also features bright, bold colors in unique shapes and designs, perfect for any age. With four distinct looks:

Charms – affordable sterling silver treasures

Cartoons – sketches of favorite creatures

Botanical – a modern slant on nature

Modern – simple bold color for men and women

My designs express two distinct sides of my personality.

-Mark Poulin

Mark Poulin’s work is featured in jewelry, children’s and art stores, including SFMOMA and the Museum of Contemporary Art. Available wholesale.

Kai Bean Kids Makes Splash in Début Year

First impressions are a charm for Kai Bean Kids, a fashion forward line for boys that combines the latest trends in contemporary menswear with the laid back California lifestyle.

What we hear most from our customers is that it’s the clothing that dads want to wear.

-owner Laurie Snyder

Made entirely in Los Angeles CA, USA! Kai Bean Kids is the trendy new boy’s line from Original Flap Happy®, founded by designer Laurie Lipson Snyder. A Los Angeles, CA native and mother of four, Laurie started the business 20 years ago with an idea for a hat that would protect children’s faces and necks from the sun and elements.

After developing the multi-million dollar hat company, Laurie introduced a clothing line, expanding Flap Happy to swimwear, playwear, outerwear and headwear lines – all Made in the USA.

Now entering its second year, Kai Bean Kids is made from the softest cottons and rayon including French terry, thermal waffle knit and combed, ring spun jersey. The new line is available in a variety of styles including shorts, pants and hoodies as well as t-shirts with bold, fun graphics. Most styles include details like raw edges and mixed fabrications. Available in sizes six months to size 12.

Kai Bean Kids has a very clean, comfortable look -at a great wholesale price point!

For more information contact Kai Bean Kids at 310.453.3527 or email sales@kaibeankids.com.

CiCi & Ryann débuts with Spring 2012

A popular designer collaborates with an acclaimed children’s photographer on a new girls clothing company.

Karen Gamble, the designer of Two Monkeys Designs/Indie Clothing Company, and sought-after Dallas, TX-based children’s photographer Jael DeYoung have débuted CiCi & Ryann, a new brand of girls clothing “where sophistication plays with hip.” CiCi & Ryann launches with a Spring 2012 line of four collections for toddlers to tweens. The designers have used a fresh mix of vibrant colors, patterns and textures to create looks that are not only new in the marketplace, but also extremely wearable, fun and fashionable. The signature Lacey Leg is a modern take on the lace legging as a ruffle pant, made of a gorgeous white stretch floral lace and adorned with an adorable ruffled bottom. In addition, Karen and Jael have designed three raincoats made from the contemporary and ultramodern laminate cottons, offering bold, colorful prints with whimsical ruffles and sparkly rhinestone button detailing.

CiCi & Ryann is undoubtedly delivering a unique and distinct look for girls’ apparel consumers. The details and special touches throughout each collection, as well as the quality of each piece, is just superb.

The designers tell me that CiCi & Ryann created quite a buzz at the Dallas Market Center during the line’s launch in August 2011. “CiCi & Ryann is sure to create the same excitement for the merchants who will be débuting our fabulous collections in their stores in just a few short months.” Some collections are set to take orders starting February 1.