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Wry Baby humor on their ever-popular Snapsuits (NB to 12 months, $12.50 wholesale).


For the mother who prefers partying to parenting, or at least likes to mix the two, Wry Baby offers the "Welcome to Motherhood Burp Cloth Set" (there's a cloth for dad too). The Martini-drinking, cigarette-smoking gal printed on a towel, proclaims, "I guess I'll never be mother of the year." I guess she's right ($12).


Mom stays in the loop with Elegant Baby's lightweight Stripe Diaper Bag ($48 wholesale). The roomy tote holds all of baby's necessities and mom's too. Comes with adjustable canvas shoulder strap and matching changing pad. TB




You know what it's like to fuss with snaps while a baby shrieks and kicks, only to miss one and have to begin anew. Redsnapper has a simple solution: a single red center snap so you get it right the first time. Snaps or no snaps, parents will love the new "You are Here" and "Napp" bodysuits (NB to 18 months, $10 wholesale), and folks everywhere will appreciate that they're made in America. TB



From the practical to the fantastical, Baby Deer's got every look covered for Fall 2012. Super comfortable, easy to slide on with elastic side gore, and available in wear-with-everything olive green, the Faux Suede Slip On Sneaker will become an every-day-go-to shoe (fits crawlers NB to 9 months, $9.50 wholesale; and walkers 2 to 48 months, $13, in tan only). The Molded Boot with sherpa lining (training/walking stage 2 to 18 months, $12) keeps little feet dry and comfortably warm. TB


If Baby Deer's Silver Sparkle Glitter Boot doesn't end up on "Blue Ivy" (Beyonce and Jay-Z's baby), than something is wrong with the universe. (Crepe soles fit walkers 2 to 48 months, $17 wholesale; soft sole fits crawlers NB to 9 months, $12). TB




Simple shapes, saturated colors and touch of whimsy inform American Terry's offerings for Fall 2012. For the budding punk rocker, the Mohawk Hooded Towel (2 to 10 years; $28, wholesale) sports a fringe of "hair." The Beach Dress (1 to 6 years, $22) looks cute and cozy as is or over a bikini, and the Velour Hooded Towel (2 to 10 years; $24) with its dip-dyed "wave" of sea blue is the chicest towel on the beach. TB



Shelley Hunt at ArtWalk turns out hand-loomed, vividly colored coordinating sweaters, blankets and accessories knit with charming motifs. For Fall 2012, grandmothers and shower-gift-givers are crazy for the On the Go sweater and hat with adorable designs front and back (apparel fits 6 months to 4 years; sweater: $32-$36 wholesale, hat: $12-$14). For the Jaguar of shower gifts, add the coordinating blanket ($54.50). TB


Janet Cho at Milkdot collaborated with artist Matthew Langille to bring fun new graphics to their popular Stoh Lunch totes ($13.50, wholesale). Here the artist plays devil's advocate offering kid-favored as well as parent-advocated treats. TB





Cricket Hosiery/Tic Tac Toe unveiled their new Fall 2012 tights at Children's Club, and from the look of things, they are really loving graphic stripes. Especially snappy were the eye catching  graphic stripes used in combination with polka dots, mod inspired florals, and an adorable candy shop print. Sized 2-4, 4-6, 6-8,  8-10, the polka dot stripes (in white) are also available in infant sizes. Wholesale prices are $6 - $6.75 a pair, or $72 - $81 for a dozen.

Fingerprints' Susan Skeels literally 'shrugs' off winter with her adorable abbreviated white cotton shrug: the perfect layering piece, or warm weather topper; sized for little girls, 2t/3t, 4t/4, 5/6, 7/8 10/12, 14/16, wholesale $16 - $18.




Couture Clips' top best sellers include their crochet cupcake pinch clips, fully lined and topped off with a Swarovski crystal (one size, $4.50 wholesale); their popular sequined butterfly pinch clips on fully lined alligator clips, (one size, $5 wholesale), and their sequined butterfly headbands fully wrapped in the highest quality grosgrain ribbon ($8 wholesale).

Employing eco-friendly eco-sponge, Carol Mack at Dabbawalla Bags, fashions eccentric yet practical totes for kids. The flowered Lunch Purse ($14, wholesale) with its vivid coloration and unique strap-through-strap design, is sure to be coveted by mom. The Lunch Bag ($15) lets a kid wave the stars and stripes and still look funky. TB



Pea Soup Accessories' best seller has long been their peace, love, and happiness headband so they tweaked it a bit (putting it on a satin snap clip) just in time for the new markets and their customers loved it ($3.75 wholesale)!





Confetti & Friends' hot camp items are the colorful and graphic 100% cotton keepsake souvenir pillows, ($10 wholesale, signing pens included); they literally give new meaning to the phrase, 'Pillow Talk'.

7 A.M. Enfant's great looking, lighter than ever, more practical and versatile than ever Polochon diaper bag (so cool even the company's designer Rebecca Campora uses it!), $39 wholesale; the newly colored and newly packaged fleece lined Papoose with contrast zippers (it converts to a soft stroller and car seat liner, among other things), $34- $44 wholesale; the Doudoune, making its show appearance in a crowd pleasing shade called, orange peel, $45.


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Magnificent Baby's adorable union suits: new are the Happy (not angry) Birds and Apple prints; sized for preemies - 9 months, $4 - $15 wholesale.




Arcobalena is a very well priced (almost everything retails below $25) Belgian-based designer jewelry and accessories line: perfect for young fashionistas. Among the hits from the new collection, are the braided leather or thin corded leather bracelets adorned with semi precious stones, Mother of Pearl beads, ladybugs, reconstituted peace signs, and Czech crystal eyes (All the better to ward off the evil eye and bring good luck. Let's face it, we can all use a bit of good luck, right?)


Andrea's Beau goes to the 'head' of the class with her new group of adorned headbands: the Mod Flower, ($12  wholesale), Thin Sequined Petal in bright hues, ($6), and the Rococo Garland, in pastel shades, ($7.75), are standouts.







Jannuzzi's brand new Shore Collection sets (tanks and tees paired with seersucker shorts and bloomers) proved to be a 'shore' thing at the recent Children's Club. Standouts were the alligator in green, the flip flops and anchor in pink. Wholesale prices are as follows: tees and tanks, $13 infant, $14 toddler; shorts, $13 infant, $14 toddler; bloomer/diaper covers, $13 infant sized only.






Elonka Nichole's 30X36 in. double sided ultra soft chenille "Mimi" receiving/stroller blanket, $18 wholesale; the 100% printed cotton Diaper bag messenger bag which is so versatile it can also be used as a messenger bag, a school bag, a sleepover bag or anything else for that matter (and can be used by grown ups as well), $35 wholesale; The Mimi's nursing pillow cover, with zipper for easy removal, made of ultra soft chenille and the must-have baby accessory. ($20 wholesale and machine washable as are all the products).

MORE FAVORITE THINGS

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Soft organic cotton pieces for girls and boys are must-haves for Fall 2012, especially if they're colored in easy-to-wear neutral tones, like these from Nosilla Organics. Touches like the hip motorcycle graphic and stripe-lined hood make them ideal for gift giving. (Preemie to 4T; approximately $17-$19 wholesale). For more information, call Allison Moroze at Ali's Marketnosillaorganics.com.

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Based on the Belle Epoque, a period in French history known as the "beautiful era," Wati's Fall 2012 collection debuts with a palette of delectable orchid, peony and hyacinth colorations, easy shapes, lush fabrications, and the embroidery and frills this designer is known for. (4 to 14 years, $14-$49 wholesale). For more information, call 650 224-7478, or visit watidesign.com.

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Lucky Jadeluckyjadeproducts.com.

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A sneak peek at Deux par Deux'sdeuxpardeux.com.

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For the 2012-2013 season, designer Servane Barrau is working a storybook 'Once a Upon a Time' theme, with three groups: Panda and the Bird, Panda and the Fish that feature rich color, multiple patterns and graphics, and Panda and the Princess, pure fantasy in filmy frills. The Kawaii-style, Japanese-influenced designs include a removable hanging panda-doll friend as well as secrets pockets and arresting graphics. (12 months to 10 years; $8 -$94 wholesale.) For more information, contact servanebarrau.com.

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Here's a sneak peek at three Fall 2012 collections at Allison Moroze's Ali's Marketalismarket.com.


MORE FALL '12 PREVIEWS

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New York showroom: Civil Society, Rag Top and Maisonnette. Civil Society brings intricate detailed seaming to trend-conscious boys' shirts (4 to 16 years; $22-$25 wholesale). Boys who like edgy, left-leaning messages and funky graphics will appreciate the tees and hoodies from Rag Top (12 months to 7 years; $13-$22). Girls' collections include Maisonnette, where mixed prints and simple shapes brighten a toddler's day (12 mos. to 6 years; $32-$40). For more information, call 212-695-2300, or visit Fall 2012 collection shows the designers favoring shades of gray lit with brilliant red, sequins, and elegant graphics fit for a style-conscious fille. From the Heartbeat collection comes the playful Faux Cardi with dress ($58-$62 wholesale) and leggings ($26-$30). Adding sparkle to a casual occasion is the knitted dress ($68-$74), hat and tights ($22 each) from the collection Je vais a Londres. Tres chic, qui? (up to 12 years.) For more information, call 514-383-3408, or visit offers lucky kids cashmere/cotton separates for Fall 2012, like this oh so foxy hooded cardigan with a fun fox motif (fits NB to 4 years; $36 wholesale). For more information, and to see the rest of the collection, call 310-929-0285, or visit , 212-695-2300, or visit A.BIRD
This is Patricia Cammareri's chicest collection to date. She balances her signature ruffle with bubble shapes as well as narrow silhouettes and mixes the pieces with versatile, small-scale stripes and dots in a palette of black, white, gray, tan, pale pink and deep wine.

abirdbaby.com.

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DJAKNEMALA
The palette stays simple: mostly blue and white, while a mix of fabrications such as baby soft corduroy and teddy bear fleece add warmth and textural interest.

lolligo.com; djaknemala.se.

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APPAMAN
Outerwear, suits, sportswear, underwear, belts: who can keep up with this ever-growing collection.

appaman.com.

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FERD
Jennifer Connaughton introduces a well-edited holiday collection with modern shapes, subdued colors, and just a touch of glitz.

lolligo.com; ferdkids.com.

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SIERRA JULIAN
Designer Sophie Jaworski finds inspiration in the elegant side of the 1970's (yes, there was an elegant side).

Outstanding Pieces: Blending multiple textures and novelty fabrications brings high-end flavor to an exuberant period.

sierrajulian.com.

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ME TOO
 There isn't a color this design team can't improve on, especially blue. Boy, do they have a way with blue.

Outstanding Pieces: A star is born in the velour one-piece and matching cap.

creationsrobo.com.

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TEA COLLECTION
I can't reveal the place that inspired Emily Meyer's fall collection, but I can tell you its climate is cold. The clothing, though, in shades of pimento, wine, deep blues and dark neutrals, favors the warmer side of the equator.

Outstanding Pieces: This little dress, in the Handmade Holiday group, has more than a great print. Dolman sleeves, flattering smock-like neck detail and a dropped waist give the item richness and a flattering shape. Wear with tights or as shown over metallic woven leggings.

teashowroom.com.

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KAPITAL K
Much of this collection has a refined, English mood with herringbone knits and British flag graphics. The graphics on tees and one-pieces are music, racecar and dinosaur themed. A palette of soft gray, slate and paprika unifies the looks.

Outstanding Pieces: Front pockets, a band neckline and epaulets lend a serious note to the corduroy fleece footed overalls. Sizes: NB to 8 years; Wholesale prices: $7-$33; Tel: 917 656-0270; kapital-k.com

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ELIANE ET LENA
There's plenty of vivid color, plaids and prints in Eliane et Lena's fall collection, yet it's the black and white pieces that are so arresting. The designer worked the pairing in stripes, textures and patterns and from knits to outerwear, all to great effect.

elianeetlenausa.com.

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BABY CZ

Outstanding Pieces: Jackie O would adore the chic cut of this jacket and its faint glimmer of metallic threads. She'd pair it just as Carolina Zapf does, with a narrow fitting turtleneck and bootcut corduroy trousers. Sizes: NB to 14 years; Wholesale prices for cashmere: $36-$265; Tel: 212 580-5190; babycz.com.

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  ANDREW & AUDREY
A saturated palette of navy, orange, royal and deep red makes a bold statement on unusual knit shapes.

andrew-audrey.com.

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BISY G
I've said it for a long time: the kidswear industry needs to acknowledge overweight children and tweens with clothing that fits well and is just as stylish as smaller-sized lines. Someone heard me! Designer Samantha Brownell, and business partner Kerry Lavelle, debuted with a collection of hip cotton knit pieces that flatter rounder shapes.

Outstanding Pieces: Cotton knit basics that drape beautifully, fit around the waist and hips without pulling - and one funky pair of leggings. Great pieces that make dressing the bigger tween that much easier. Sizes: 9 to 13 years; Wholesale prices: Contact manufacturer; Tel: 908 208-4028; bisyg.com.

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RESET
Reset specializes in trend-conscious outerwear that that doubles as survival gear: shearling-edged for warmth, extra strong zippers and lined pockets. Hoods are removable as well as faux fur trim for easy machine washing.

lolligo.com

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STELLA INDUSTRIES
Designer Ary is a print enthusiast who likes to mix things up with solids. Or a lover of solid, modern pieces with a yen for the occasional hot print. You decide.

stellaindustries.com.

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MACK & CO.
Gerri Mack coaxes polar fleece into wearable art with ruffle-laden, richly colored every day and novelty outerwear.

Outstanding Piece: Roses, ruffles a gorgeous colorway and show stopping back - what more do you need?

mackandco.com.

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FINN + EMMA
If you have a palette as appealing as Finn + Emma's, you don't need to reinvent the color offerings each season. Just a tweak of blue here, or a deeper purple there and Anna Schwengle's lifestyle brand of organic apparel, bedding, blankets and toys is all she needs.

finnandemma.com.

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Colored with eco-friendly dyes, Dhana'sdhana.com.

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Gray continues to be the neutral of choice with its sophisticated associations and wear-with-anything mixability. For Spring 2012, Go Gently Baby'sgogentlybaby.com.

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The Clothilde Smocking Dress from Wati's Spring/Summer 2012 collection is a big seller in small as well as tween sizes, reports owner and designer Wati Grossman. Made of fine cotton voile, the versatile item sports embroidery at the chest, and comfortable shirring at the sleeve and a high waist for a shape-flattering silhouette. The dress can be worn as is, with contrasting Wati leggings ($14), and is ideal over a bathing suit. (Fits sizes 4 to 12 years; $26, wholesale.) For more information, call 650 224-7478, or visit watidesign.com.

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Hey, sailors! Boys and girls staying on-trend with the never hotter nautical look will insist on Little English'slittleenglish.com.

MORE SPRING '12 PREVIEWS

MORE SPRING '12 BEST SELLERS

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Kiki Appliqué Dress in breezy red and striped seersucker with the jaunty anchor appliqué (6 months to 10 years; $28 wholesale), and the Andrew Appliqué Bubble that buttons at the shoulder (6 to 24 months; $25). Buyers grab your pens; reorders are inevitable. For more information, call 859-258-2120 ext. 104, or visit , can mix pattern over pattern, throw on the embellishment and detail, without the garment losing its charm. A case in point is this buyer favorite from Spring 2012 (#8470B; $28, wholesale) that pairs two complementary floral designs, a rose "corsage," and matching diaper covers. For more information, call 323-264-0200, or visit dress and sportswear collection, calls the Sugar Cookie Tunic Dress ($29, wholesale) "Our best selling style of all time." I can see why. The glowing print in skin-flattering strawberry sports an elegant leaf motif, while the neckline is rich in hand embroidery. It's an ideal garment for everyday as well as an evening out. (Fits 12 months to 12 years.) For more information, call 818-998-8039, or visit organic cotton separates include the elegant hue in the Bow Jacket ($29 wholesale) and Paperbag skirt ($19). The easy cut of the pieces and the jacket's flirty bow make the outfit a winner with buyers.  (Fits 3 months to 6 years.) For more information, call 310-980-1104, or visit organic cotton, machine washable sportswear is "good for people and planet." In addition, the buyers' favorite, easy-to-move-in Crystal Rose A-line Dress ($18 wholesale) is delicately colored and printed with a lovely floral pattern. Inspired by solar energy, the boys' Nautical Blue Solar Organic Polo shirt ($17) sports a dramatic graphic. Styles fit ages 4 to 12 years. For more information, call 415-513-3142, or visit Outstanding Piece: The footie in the softest cotton and prettiest shade of blue looks so clean! Sizes: NB to 12 months; Wholesale prices for apparel: $11.50-$24.50; Tel: 973-771-5662; Sizes: 12 months to 12 years; Wholesale prices: $27-$36; Tel: 510-865-4105; Outstanding Piece: The designer allows the print do the work. Keeping the bodice uncluttered and the skirt full takes advantage of the dramatic border print. Sizes: 12 months to 16 years; Wholesale prices: $15-$39; Tel: 213-627-2676; Outstanding Piece: The quilted puffer is light, utterly warm, cut close to the body for a flattering fit, and the chic collar and cuffs are removable. Sizes: Girls and boys 2 to 16 years; Wholesale prices: $79-$109; Tel: 347-394-3151; Outstanding Piece: A cardigan turns novelty item with a soft, brushed-knit front in a multi-toned plaid, and the surprise of a cord tie in back to add flattering shape. Tel: 212-801-2387; Sizes: 4 to 14 years; Wholesale prices: $20-$48; Outstanding Pieces: Head to toe, knit to tulle, black and white never looked fresher. Sizes: 2 to 14 years; Wholesale prices: $29.50-$49.50; Tel: 480-619-5515; Fleece lines the hood of the soft charcoal 354 hoodie. A rich striped polo and cargo pants finish the stylish, comfortable outfit. Sizes: 12 months to 12 years; Wholesale prices (including Holiday): $10-$49; Tel: 415-321-2550;  Blues get the royal treatment with this multi-textured hoodie and coordinating one-piece and pull-on pants. Sizes: Girls and boys 3 months to 10 years; Wholesale prices: $7.50-$40; Tel: 866-262-2654; Boys can't complain about wearing a jacket if this tee with a faux-printed tie is underneath. Sizes: Girls 2 to 16 years, boys 2 to 12 years; Wholesale prices: $26-$165; Tel: 212-359-953; Outstanding Pieces: Metallic threads add holiday sparkle to an understated peasant style blouse atop a woven dirndl. Easy elegance with unlimited mix-and-match potential. Sizes for girls' holiday collection: 12 months to 8 years; Wholesale prices: $20-$50; Tel: 347-394-3151; Outstanding Piece: The details - high ribbed neck, heavy textured knit and weathered silver buttons - make this piece so much more than a poncho. It's tres chic worn with skin-print pull-on pants in a surprising fuchsia and black combination. Sizes: 6 months to 10 years; Wholesale prices: $8-$63; Tel: 212-460-5480; Outstanding Pieces: Flattering pleats and a pert bow spark a print blouse worn atop the French terry skirt lightened with a layer of tulle. Sizes: Girls and boys 2 to 10 years; Wholesale prices: $12-$28; Tel: 347-394-3151; Outstanding Pieces: Elegant neutrals allow for a harmonious mix of shapes, textures and details. Sizes: 18 months to 12 years; Wholesale prices: $11.95-$84.95; Tel: 904-710-3549;

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