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Peek-a-Boo Boutique


“Our shelves are filled with high quality merchandise at a fraction of retail prices!”

080714_CRTPost_Peek-a-Boo_storefrontLocated in Coral Gables, FL, Peek-a-Boo Children’s and Maternity Preloved Boutique is an upscale consignment shop that carries lightly used, top drawer children’s and maternity clothing, kids gear, books, toys, furniture and accessories. Re-sale consignment items are offered at the fairest, market-appraised prices to ensure maximum return on investment for consignors. The store also serves as an outlet center to process overstock and past season items from fabulous boutiques.

080714_CRTPost_Peek-a-Boo_storeSome of Peek-a-Boo’s preloved brands include: Juicy Couture, Ralph Lauren, Gymboree, Gap, Mini Boden, Hartstrings,  Burberry, Janie and Jack, Anavini, Kissy Kissy, Oilily, Tommy Hilfiger, Mad sky, Baby Nay, Nike, Nautica, Guess, Tea, Disney, Zara Baby, H&M and  Mother Goose among other boutique brands. Peek-a-Boo also carries a variety of extraordinary gifts from brands like Moby Wraps, Charm It!, Zirimi Hair Accessories, Toke Shoes, Eeboo, Melissa and Doug, Gund, Pickles and more. Peek-a-Boo is known for an excellent customer service experience, too.

080714_CRTPost_Peek-a-Boo_webAs a former Architectural Project Manager on high-end airport projects, Claudia Baroni traveled the world. While working in Los Angeles, she got inspired by the many consignment boutiques for maternity and children’s clothing, opening the doors of Peek-a-Boo Boutique in the summer of 2010. Now she brings great bargains and quality items to the residents of the Miami area and to the world, through the boutique’s new website,  http://peekaboobtq.com/.

 

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PishPoshBaby


20130513 Keeping Track of Baby Habits BInfographic brought to you by PishPoshBaby, one of the most popular online baby shops for baby gear, offering not only high-quality merchandise, but facts and advice, along with the right choice, to parents everywhere. PishPoshBaby utilizes Mom Reps – Moms, just like many of you- who help the retailer assist with this special stage of life. Along with personal, live experience comes professional service, immediate shipping, up-to-date inventory and the security of knowing that your purchase is backed by PishPoshBaby’s Satisfaction Guarantee.

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The Beez Kneez Designs


073014_CRTPost_TheBeezKneezDesigns_LogoCustom orders, international shipping.

You can find The Beez Kneez Designs on Facebook – the folks there create a wide variety of custom baby items and infinity scarves, lovingly handmade in Maple Ridge, British Columbia Canada.

Unique, trendy gifts for baby and mom. They are always adding new items to their photo albums, so check back often. If you don’t see what you want, message them with a picture and details – and they’ll make it for you.

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Right now they’ve got FROZEN fabric! Contact for custom orders or questions, message on Facebook or send an e-mail to contactbeezkneez@gmail.com.

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Go Gently Baby


080514_CRTPost_GoGentlyBaby_rompersMade in California with a left coast vibe to match.

Sweet, simple style with a little edge, Go Gently Baby creates Earth-friendly apparel for children made from organic cotton and sustainable fabrics as well as water based inks and low impact dyes. A hit with babies and children, all of Go Gently Baby’s soft jersey clothing is constructed in Los Angeles, CA.

The company’s vision on how to make a difference:

  • Teach your children to love others
  • Be kind to the Earth
  • Go Gently on your journey through life

080514_CRTPost_GoGentlyBaby_sweatshirtsGo Gently Baby uses as many sustainable business practices as possible, including using left-over fabric remnants each season, recycled paper hang tags and bio-degradable garments bags. The company sources the finest organic fabrics, uses certified eco-friendly dyes and water based inks.

View the entire collection at www.gogentlybaby.com.

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The Spunky Stork


072914_CRTPost_SpunkyStork_04Certified organic baby one-pieces and toddler tees that’ll make you smile.

The Spunky Stork is a Florida-based,100% GOTS certified organic clothing company that cleverly designs products and packaging to stand out from the rest.

Charming. Ever-changing designs. Single one-pieces and tees, hand silk-screened to order. Every print differs slightly with its own variations in texture and form.

The folks at The Spunky Stork only use eco-friendly, organic clothing pieces made from 100% GOTS Certified Fair Trade Organic cotton = super soft, environmentally-conscious clothing that makes moms and babies happy. Affordable, too.

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From personalized rompers to gift sets of rompers as well as tees for the parent, sibling and newborn to offering a romper of the month club (where you receive a different romper every month for a year!), The Spunky Stork also has the most creative gift wrapping options – packaging in an adorable white crib or a film reel canister or a fun little box – additions that make your gift extra special and unique.

072914_CRTPost_SpunkyStork_01The creative mind and owner behind The Spunky Stork, Aliya Jiwa quit her job as a hospitality executive and now operates her online organic clothing business in a proper studio. Why kids clothing? Aliya found a niche in the market after shopping for baby shower gifts for all of her friends. She simply couldn’t find adorable unisex items that aren’t covered in pastel-colored teddy bears or that add a little ‘spunk’ to the fashionable kid – so The Spunky Stork was born! Wholesale available, too.

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PlaqueMaker.com


070814_CRTPost_PlaqueMaker_suncatcherMoms and Dads everywhere know that one of the best ways to make any day a celebration is to personalize it.

  • You’ve got a fabulous picture from vacation with grandma? Custom frame it.
  • Getting ready to celebrate your son’s special birthday? Create a puzzle card.
  • A beloved kid’s best friend? Memorialize him.

It’s faster, easier and more affordable than you’d think.

070814_CRTPost_PlaqueMaker_ArchedPhotoPlaqueMaker.com is an online retailer for personalized plaques, signs, trophies, tags, memorials, awards and gifts. The Indiana-based, family-owned and operated business is a wonderful resource for all types of engraved products. From glass and wood to metal and plastic, the custom engraved plaques and gifts are designed in the USA, using materials sourced from all over the world – and for PlaqueMaker, that’s 4 million plaques and counting since 1999!

PlaqueMaker ROCKS! This was my first order with PlaqueMaker and their customer service is THE BEST! The product was gorgeous and when I had a problem, customer service was on it immediately and resolved it with no delays. I was really floored with how quickly they took care of it and how professional they are — these days customer service doesn’t have a lot of “service” in it but not here, they truly believe in customer first! Delivery is another plus — I had my order so quickly I really couldn’t believe it! Love these guys and have already told all my friends, including Facebook, how wonderful they are!

-Kathe Kelly, new customer

062314_PlaqueMaker_Materials_Puzzles_02Get inspired to make any day a celebration. PlaqueMaker’s graphic designers, craftsmen and customer service specialists help you bring your inspiration to life, no matter what you’re celebrating. Creative types will enjoy customizing plaques and gifts right on the site, and if anyone needs a little help –that’s available too. PlaqueMaker takes the guess work out of personalization by emailing you a digital proof of your design the next business day. You get to see what your creation will look like, customized with your artwork, wording and specifications, before you even buy it – with no obligation! That’s right! Upon approval, 99.7% of PlaqueMaker orders ship within two business days of payment and arrive with a 100% money-back guarantee. How sweet is that? Make sure to check out the PlaqueMaker blog for all sorts of new personalized gift ideas.

PlaqueMaker’s website is easy to navigate and once you’ve submitted your item for a proof they are extremely fast about sending you a proof, and are very open to making changes until it’s perfect. The product itself came JUST as it was in the proof, and the materials itself were perfect. I would highly recommend.

-HPC Hollywood

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Bella n Beau


062514_Bella-n-beau-infographic-01Stylish. Trendy. Exclusive. Infographic courtesy of UK-based Bella n Beau, an online fashion boutique for you and your stylish babies and children up to five years old.  Find a unique, trendy and exclusive collection of clothing and accessories from around the world – plus what owner Shane likes to call “an unforgettable online shopping experience.” International shipping available. Thanks, Shane!

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Eighth Annual Women In Industry Luncheon


K.I.D.S./Fashion Delivers, Inc. honors Celeste Gudas, 24 Seven Inc.; Deidre Quinn, Lafayette 148 New York and Patti Buckner, Warner Bros. Consumer Products.

K.I.D.S./Fashion Delivers, Inc. is committed to being a change agent in our communities. Working closely with businesses and community organizations is essential to our goal of making a difference in the lives of people in need. We are proud to recognize our honorees who share that vision and congratulate them all on this well-deserved award.

– K.I.D.S./Fashion Delivers co-chairman Gary Simmons

K.I.D.S./Fashion Delivers, Inc., the newly merged non-profit organization that has provided more than $1 billion in new product donations to individuals and families affected by poverty and tragedy, recognized three top leaders from fashion, real estate and entertainment at the Eighth Annual Women In Industry Luncheon (WIIL) June 3 at The Pierre Hotel in New York.

New York television personality Jessica Abo again served as mistress of ceremonies at the fundraiser event to honor Celeste Gudas, CEO and founder of 24 Seven Inc., a prominent executive search firm; Deidre Quinn, president and co-founder of Lafayette 148 New York, a leading fashion design company; and Patti Buckner, a vice president in the Apparel & Accessories, Licensing Division at Warner Bros. Consumer Products.

As our first major event post-merger, we are very happy to share this historic moment with these three inspirational women who are undeniably leaders in their field,” said “Their stories prove that real success is founded on not only excellence in business or breaking glass ceilings, but also on the kindness and generosity of helping others.”

 -K.I.D.S./Fashion Delivers co-chairman Allan Ellinger

 

Photo caption: Honorees Deirdre Quinn, Patti Buckner and Celeste Gudas

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Bombas Kids Indiegogo Campaign


Bombas are engineered and designed to look better and feel better, with a mission to help those in need.

052114_CRTPost_BombasSocks_LogoBombas men’s/women’s sock collection launched on crowdfunding site Indiegogo in August 2013 and remains the #1 most funded apparel brand in Indigogo history. After listening to feedback from supporters, Bombas once again turns to Indiegogo to bring these amazing socks to the feet of kids everywhere, helping to further their mission –and with just 10 days left, Bomba Socks’ new kid’s collection campaign* is definitely making a run at outperforming the original campaign!

052114_CRTPost_BombasSocks_01The Bombas line of bold athletic-leisure socks are great for kids, with bright color, a comfortable design and promise of a Bombas Growth Guarantee – if kids wear through the socks or they outgrow them within a year, Bombas will send another pair for free!

With the knowledge that socks are the #1 most requested item in homeless shelters, for every pair purchased, Bombas donates a pair to someone in need … that’s 70,000+ pairs to date!

Watch the kid’s campaign video and see how the company set out to rethink an everyday product in a totally advanced way, building them with purpose for athletic performance and designed for extreme leisure.

052114_CRTPost_BombasSocks_BeeBee Better. The word bombas is derived from the Latin word for bumblebee. “Bee Better” is the company’s mantra, stitched inside every pair as a reminder to push harder and be better at your athletic pursuits; that you helped someone in need with your purchase; that we’re all connected and little improvements can add up to make a big difference.

*campaign closes May 30, 2014

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Children’s Retail Today is Five Years Old!


????????????????????????????????????????????????????CRT is the one online publication for anyone with a passion for children’s fashion.

A Decade of Street Cred. As the one & only managing editor of beloved trade publication HUDSON’S Childrenswear Review –on board for its creation in 2005 until the final issue in 2011- I’ve been covering the great children’s fashion stories for 10 years, interviewing dozens of specialty retailers, mass merchandisers, family business owners, manufacturers, designers and decision makers who are leading the way to success in every aspect of the children’s business today.

??????????????????????????????????????????????????????For anyone with a passion for children’s fashion. Launched in 2009 to compliment HUDSON’S editorial, and re-branded as Children’s Retail Today in 2012, I’m celebrating five years of getting the word out about innovative, imaginative and inspiring products for children to love. I write about fun and functional products, key companies, inspiring designers and important issues affecting not only industry professionals, but consumers as well.

Store owners, manufacturers, designers … mompreneurs & inventors …

Get inspired! Read fresh posts about apparel and footwear collections, product launches, nifty services and best practices to take your business to the next level.

Parents, grandparents … gift-giving aunties, coaches, teachers & friends …

Find the best stuff! Learn about new products and where to buy … better yet, convince your favorite shop to carry your picks!

Children’s Retail Today –CRT for short- showcases what I like to call “adorables” –the most desirable children’s apparel, footwear, accessories, gifts, books, toys, products for parents – and more.

????????The New Look of CRT

Big images, bold color, bright white space –the new look of CRT puts emphasis on what everyone is here to discover: innovative, imaginative and inspiring products for children. And their parents, too. Simply click the dot icons at the top right for a few plusses like the page menu, secret messages, social links and site search!

Enjoy the moment with me! I’m always looking for cool stuff to tell you about, so contact me about your great idea.