Retailers Pick the Top Children's Apparel of 2006
Leading children’s wear magazine Earnshaw’s celebrates the top manufacturers in today’s hottest fashion market.
New York (PRWEB) August 2, 2006 -- Earnshaw’s, the leading children’s apparel trade magazine, announced the nominees for the title’s coveted Earnie Award today. The apparel manufacturers vying for this year’s recognition represent the best in children’s fashion, as voted on by their retailers. Earnshaw’s will announce the winners in October at its annual Earnie Award party and will profile those companies in its November issue.
“In today’s retail landscape, it’s increasingly important for manufacturers to forge strong partnerships with retailers. An Earnie Award nomination reflects the superior design and service each of these vendors provide to their customers,” stated publisher Stephen Schwartz.
“The Earnie Award was designed to recognize those who make great strides in children’s wear design, but the spirit of the award celebrates all of those who contribute to our industry’s continued success,” stated Caletha Crawford, editor in chief of Earnshaw’s magazine. “This year is Earnshaw’s 90th anniversary, and the magazine has always been committed to supporting children’s wear and those who work in the industry.”
The Earnies has earned its prestigious status over the last three decades. This year, the awards focus on 21 categories within the children’s apparel industry, including the infant and toddler market, girls’ wear, boys’ wear, sleepwear, swimwear and accessories. Nominees are selected by a committee consisting of children’s wear experts; the winners are then selected by retailers across the country.
For 90 years, Earnshaw’s has been the leading trade publication in the children’s clothing market. Earnshaw’s and earnshaws.com provide retailers, manufacturers, sales representatives and industry insiders with the vital information they need to stay current on fashion trends and business practices. The magazine is owned by Symphony Publishing, a multimedia company that publishes B2B magazines, Web sites and directories that span the music product, music education, children’s fashion, footwear and golf event industries.
A complete list of the 2006 Earnie Nominees is below.
Girls’ Newborn/Infant
Cach Cach
Victoria Kids
Le Top
Boys’ Newborn/Infant
Baby Togs
Kissy Kissy
Zutano
Girls’ 2T to 6X Sportswear
Lipstik
Flowers by Zoe
Rubbies
Boys’ 2T to 7 Sportswear
Charlie Rocket
E-land
One Kid
Girls’ 7 to 16 Sportswear
KC Parker
Haven Girl
Juicy Couture
Boys’ 8 to 20 Sportswear
Wes & Willy
Kitestrings
Quiksilver
Best Jeans Company
Ave Blu
Tractor
Guess
Girls’ Dresswear
Monkeywear
Biscotti
Plum Pudding
Boys’ Dresswear
Imp Originals
Perry Ellis
Calvin Clothing
Licensed Apparel
Kids Headquarters
Franco Apparel Group
Haddad Brands
Best Entertainment Property
Sesame Street (Sesame Workshop)
Superman (Warner Bros.)
Curious George (Universal Studios)
Outerwear
Corky & Co
S. Rothschild
Kate Mack
Footwear
Baby Deer
Kid Express
Playhouse
Swimwear
Kate Mack Swim
Banana Cabana
Breaking Waves
Sleepwear
At Home
Skivvydoodles
Sara’s Prints
Accessories--hair and jewelry
Wee Ones
Bows Arts
No Slippy Hair Clippy
Accessories--bags/backpacks
Romar Accessories
Accessory Network
Capelli New York
Accessories--hosiery
Tic Tac Toe/Cricket
Jefferies/Country Kids
Trimfit
Best Gift-able Items
Mud Pie
Gund
Child to Cherish
Best Canadian Brand
Deux Par Deux
Robeez
Coccoli
Best European Brand
Beetlejuice London
Catamini
Petit Bateau
Most Innovative New Brand
Hubcap/Luna Luna
Room Seven
Chick Chat
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