The Shows: Show Reports

Children's Club - New York, New York (8/2/09 - 8/4/09)


It’s show time again and the ENK Children’s Club Show at Pier 94 in New York City did not disappoint. It was heart-warming to witness the pursuit of so much good old American business. I saw orders being written, lots of smiles and laughter and a general sense of purpose. The Giggle Guide™ has found some outstanding lines featured, from high styles taken from the runway to educational threads and one-of-a-kind gifts. Here are our highlights from the shows, including Saurette, Meta Threads, Tangerine Sky, Tree by Kerri Lee and Earnest Sewn Kids.

Bubble - Kids Trade Show - New York, New York (8/2/09 - 8/4/09)

The Bubble Kids Trade Show in New York was bursting with new collections for Spring/Summer 2010! Bubble is known for showcasing emerging brands and euro-inspired trends that set retailers apart, and this year was no different. The Giggle Guide™ attended Bubble and discoverd some lines that offer a classic sense of style, with a modern focus on comfort and social responsibility: Benny & Moon, Live with Love, Adooka Organics, and Chase ‘n Sky .

Bubble - Kids Trade Show - New York, New York (8/2/09 - 8/4/09)


New York, NY, August 6, 2009 - Bubble New York, the Kids Trade Show, hosted it 8th edition at Cedar Lake (547 West 26th Street) from August 2 thru August 4, 2009.
 

Children's Club - New York, New York (8/2/09 - 8/4/09)

Children’s Club, representing the hottest trends in children’s fashion for Spring/Summer 2010, opened on Sunday at Pier 94 in New York City. As I made my way around the spacious show floor, I was thrilled to see that several exciting new companies have recently joined the Children’s Industry. I was also happily surprised to see quite a few established and loved icons returning to exhibit at Children’s Club after many years of absence. Here is a peek at some of the exhibitors participating in the show. A full show report will soon follow!

Bubble - Kids Trade Show - New York, New York (8/2/09 - 8/4/09)

The August Bubble Show opened on Sunday at beautiful Cedar Lake in Chelsea. The folks at Bubble did a phenomenal job in choosing a contemporary venue to showcase cutting-edge exhibitors. Upon scanning the show program, the first thing that stood out to me was the number of new companies exhibiting. It is exciting and encouraging to see so many new companies entering the industry during these tough economic times. Traffic was brisk on Sunday and many orders were being written. Enjoy the photos and check back for a full show report!

The Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market® - Atlanta, Georgia (7/8/09 - 7/15/09)

Here’s Part 2 of The Giggle Guide’s™ search of the AmericasMart showrooms. We’ve found some great stuff! These showrooms offer a sampling of the many unique gifts and accessories on display at the Atlanta showplace:Lace and Denim, Les Tout Petitis,225 Unlimited, Southeast Marketing, and Moonpies and Dragonflies.

The Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market® - Atlanta, Georgia (7/8/09 - 7/15/09)

The Giggle Guide’s Editor and Co-Founder Leesa Valentino attended the recent Gift Show at AmericasMart in Atlanta, Georgia. She discovered so many peachy new products. Many of the showrooms and buyers she met were upbeat and excited about the current buying season. There was a lot more than traditional gifts on display. Since retailers keep hearing that “gifts are still selling strong,” they are seeing more potential in non-traditional gift categories that can be marketed for gift-giving, from apparel and fashion accessories through anything for baby, traditional or collectible. The South was certainly charmin’ buyers with new opportunities. Here’s Part 1 of The Giggle Guide’s hunt for “must-buys” in Atlanta showrooms…

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