The Biz: Feature Articles

This year at the Atlanta Women’s & Children’s Apparel & Accessories Market, retailers can look forward to great new products and new showrooms in the Children’s World section. Companies searching for some high quality children’s products should really attend the show to view everything that is available. Here is a review of the three of the latest additions: The Carolina Baby Company, Moo Boo’s and Bebop Baby Shop.

The newest trends in children’s apparel, accessories and other products for Spring 2010 are showcased at the ENK Children’s Club at the Javits Center, NYC, October 2-4, 2009. Here’s a peek at what’s new from these first-time ENK exhibitors: Mini Rotation, So Nikki, Inc., Kimberly House, Fernella’s Jools and 4 Funky Flavours.

Nicole Johnson has logged countless hours creating her cozy, colorful and playful New Jammies organic sleepwear collections. The sleepless nights that were spent making bedtimes better for children have resulted in sweet dreams for her business. Join The Giggle Guide^® as we take a look “under the covers” and reveal how New Jammies has successfully managed to expand its product lines, sales force and national appeal.

New restrictions from the CPSC passed last year with the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act have caused confusion and controversy in the children’s industry. While many agree and gladly comply with stricter lead and testing requirements, the broad language in the legislation could put small operations in a tight spot.

Recently CPSIA has turned its attention to resellers in the children’s industry including consignment stores and garage sales.