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IN THE SPOTLIGHT – aboutBaby.Bibby

December 10, 2009 by  
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Featured wholesaler aboutBaby.Bibby is a unique, stay put feeding and burping cloth unlike anything else in the marketplace.

AboutBibbyTired of getting your own clothes a mess while your sweet little baby is kept clean with a bib? Now moms have a chance to stay mess free with the help of the aboutBaby.Bibby, a bib created by New York based mothers who saw a need for moms to stay clean while also protecting their sweet little ones from unintentioal grown up messes – aka perfume, dust, makeup, dirt and more.  Parent company About Baby was created in 2008 to launch this exciting item that is sure to bring relief to moms everywhere. Whether you are on your way to work, have a date night or simply don’t want to get your favorite t-shirt stained with yellow formula or breast milk, the aboutBaby.Bibby protects moms from the guaranteed mess that babies create. Held together by Velcro, the simple design of this bib allows for one hand to take it on and off, making it super easy to multi-task… something all moms have to do. Offered in both organic cotton and Ultrasuede materials with terry cloth backings for great absorbency, the aboutBaby.Bibby is a wonderful addition to any baby boutique, maternity store or general gift shop. Opening orders are an affordable 12 skus with any combination of colors and styles. Starting at $14 wholesale per sku, the aboutBaby.Bibby offers something for moms and babies both – the perfect combination purchase! Learn more by visiting www.aboutbaby.us or calling 516.721.4673. You may also direct all ordering and press inquiries to ella@aboutbaby.us.

Through our IN THE SPOTLIGHT section, we offer retailers and wholesalers the opportunity to link together by being introduced to each other as well as general consumers. If you would like to be considered for IN THE SPOTLIGHT, please email Retail Minded at nicole@retailminded.com.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT – Wall Slicks

November 30, 2009 by  
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Featured wholesaler WALL SLICKS offers must have accessories through adhesive designs for home interiors.

WallSlicksMost consumers are familiar with the idea of wall graphics, commonly referenced as wall stickers, but few of these “stickers” offer what homeowners really need. Designed by a California based mom with a graphic design background, Wall Slicks were created to offer fun and style without compromising interior walls. Specially created with an adhesive that leaves no residue when peeled off, the decals offered by parent company Modern Wall Graphics are unlike anything else in the marketplace. Because of their unique adhesive compared to others in the market, Wall Slicks stand out not only in style but also in function. The finish on the graphics are also matte versus shiny, which has a nice appeal to the eye and looks more rich in design than other wall decals available to consumers. One of the biggest advantages Wall Slicks has to it’s competition, though, is its’ vast color assortment – 48 colors total – and the ability to customize design color requests so that consumers can truly design their own graphics for their unique design needs. Stock designs range from kid friendly styles to sports images to sophisticated art decals and so much more. A few more advantages include that they are applicable to furniture, glass and even floors thanks to the unique application process that leaves no sticky mess once removed from it’s surface. Recognized by the media and celebrities both, Wall Slicks is growing fast and quickly becoming a leader in wall decal options. Retail prices start at about $20 and extend upwards, and opening orders are realistically obtainable. Gift shops, home stores, children’s boutiques, interior design shops and many more different retailers can gain from introducing Wall Slicks to their assortment. Visit www.wallslicks.com or www.modernwallgraphics.com to learn more, or contact company Director  Christa DeMartini at 760.787.0346 x 2. Toll free option is 888.259.5767 and email is cd@modernwallgraphics.com. Make sure you are the first in your area to offer these stylish decals to your consumers before another retailer grabs their attention first! The possibilities are endless in design options and why you need them, so reach out to Wall Slicks today to learn more.

Through our IN THE SPOTLIGHT section, we offer retailers and wholesalers the opportunity to link together by being introduced to each other as well as general consumers. If you would like to be considered for IN THE SPOTLIGHT, please email Retail Minded at nicole@retailminded.com.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT – Baby Harrill

November 21, 2009 by  
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Our featured wholesaler is BABY HARRILL, a entrepreneurial based company dedicated to providing children with unique products ranging from burp clothes to diaper bags and more.

Baby HarrillFounded by a desperate mother looking for style and fun when shopping for her baby, Shannon Harrill decided to craft her own designs in an effort to bring what she was looking for into her nursery. Soon friends and family were asking for custom pieces, and eventually what started as a hobby became a full blown business. Now found in boutiques across the country and online at www.babyharrill.com, the Baby Harrill collection consists of everything from changing pad covers to bids to burp clothes and much more. Opening orders are very reasonable and prices are affordable, averaging around $20 retail. This is a great assortment for any children’s boutique, gift store or retailer looking for a little something special to offer their tiniest customers. Unlike the name brands found it most department stores, Baby Harrill not only provides a fresh approach to everyday items for babies, but also rewards a mom’s dedication to bringing great products to life for children everywhere. From one small business to another, this line is worth learning more about. Visit www.babyharrill.com or contact Shannon at shannon@babyharrill.comfor information on how you can bring Baby Harrill into your retail store.

Through our IN THE SPOTLIGHT section, we offer retailers and wholesalers the opportunity to link together by being introduced to each other as well as general consumers. If you would like to be considered for IN THE SPOTLIGHT, please email Retail Minded at nicole@retailminded.com.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT – Invisibelt

November 12, 2009 by  
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Featured wholesaler INVISIBELT is a must have accessory for boutiques of all kinds, offering belts without bulk for women and children.

InvisibeltSick of belts getting in the way of your style? With Invisibelt, there is finally a solution to having a belt serve it’s purpose without compromising your outfit. This flat, undetectable and adjustable belt that adjusts like a bra offers support when you need it, but also provides a sleek and slim look that will deceive even your closest friends! Currently sold in over 700 boutiques and available online in a variety of retailers including target.com, Invisibelt is a must have accessory. With a super affordable retail price of $16 / children’s belt, $20 / women’s belt and $22 / glamour women’s belt, the Invisibelt is an essentail addition to boutiques catering to women and children both. Whether you are a shoe boutique, apparel store or fun little knick knack shop, the Invisibelt is worth introducing to your store. With opening orders available at only one case pack, which is 12 skus, you can comfortably bring in this must have accessory for about $100! Don’t be left behind in the sales dust from what the press is raving about – from the Today show to Glamour magazine to People’s Style Watch issue – the Invisibelt offers function that won’t compromise your style. Plus sizes are also available, offering even more range for opportunity in sales from your customers. There is even still time to get last minute orders in for the holidays! Making the perfect stocking stuffer or cash wrap item, contact Invisibelt at kathy@invisibelt.com or 800.366.4924 x372. Visit www.invisibelt.com to view the entire collection and to learn more.

Through our IN THE SPOTLIGHT section, we offer retailers and whoelsalers the opportunity to link together by being introduced to each other as well as general consumers. If you would like to be considered for IN THE SPOTLIGHT, please email Retail Minded at nicole@retailminded.com.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT – Hot Mama Gowns

October 29, 2009 by  
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Featured wholesaler HOT MAMA GOWNS offer women a fashionable, functional alternative to the generic hospital gown.

Hot Mama Gowns Designed to embrace the beauty of one of the most important days of any woman’s live, Hot Mama Gowns provide a stylish cover up for women in labor and beyond. Created out of the lack of function that a generic  hospital gown offers a new mom, the Hot Mama Gown provides easy, comfortable access to a mama’s assets with snaps going all the way down the back and two sets of ribbon ties in the front for easy nursing. As if delivering a baby isn’t hard enough, why make your time spent in the hospital even harder with uncomfortable, unattractive hospital gowns? Hot Mama Gowns make the perfect addition to any store catering to moms to be – whether you are a baby store, maternity boutique or accessory shop selling all the latest must haves, these gowns are sure to impress your customers. Unlike anything else out there, they are made in the USA of organic cotton and transform from a hospital gown to a great set of lounge-wear or pj’s for new moms of all sizes. Offered in size 2 to 24, the Hot Mama Gown easily “contracts” to a smaller size once the baby is born and your belly begins to go down in size. There are even matching swaddling blankets for moms and babies to coordinate in style.  The wholesale price of gowns are $70 each. A steal for something so functional on such an important day! Learn more about Hot Mama Gowns by visiting www.hotmamagowns.com, emailing them directly at info@hotmamagowns.com or by calling them at 302.376.5926.

Through our IN THE SPOTLIGHT section, we offer retailers and wholesalers the opportunity to link together by being introduced to each other as well as general consumers. If you would like to be considered for IN THE SPOTLIGHT, please email Retail Minded at nicole@retailminded.com.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT – Me Time Apparel

October 16, 2009 by  
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ME TIME is our featured wholesaler, offering fun apparel for the person most important and often neglected in your life – you!

Me Time Designed to enhance and support women by bringing laughter, balance and fun into the busy lives of women everywhere through branded apparel, Me Time offers an assortment of fun t-shirts, sleepwear and more with the message of getting some “me time” into your day – however that time may be for you! Whether walking your dog, sipping some wine or lounging on the beach, Me Time brings the pleasures of live into fun, sometimes whimsical, always uplifting messages in their apparel collection. As Me Time simply states, their message is to “achieve balance and embrace life”.  Who wouldn’t want to be a part of that? With opening orders that are manageable for independent retail stores and special offers often available, bringing Me Time into your store is accessible and practical. Women will love this great collection of product that make great gifts, as well as make a great, individual purchases for any woman to pick up for herself. A favorite Me Time shirt of Retail Minded’s? A shirt that says “When Mom is Happy, Everyone is Happy.” Find out what your favorite messages are by visiting www.metime.com. For wholesale inquiries, please contact Amy at aspainhower@metime.com or call 603.772.1990.

Through our IN THE SPOTLIGHT section, we offer retailers and wholesalers the opportunity to link together by being introduced to each other as well as general consumers. If you would like to be considered for IN THE SPOTLIGHT, please email Retail Minded at nicole@retailminded.com.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT – Bra Barrette

October 7, 2009 by  
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Featured wholesaler Bra Barrette is an affordable accessory that every woman needs in her closet.

Bra BarretteFounded to keep bra straps in place all day long, the Bra Barrette is a miracle addition to any woman’s wardrobe. Thoughts will pass your customer’s mind wondering “why they didn’t think of this” when they see the Bra Barrette sold in your store! Perfect for check out counters and displays near  dressing rooms or uniquely styled tops, the Bra Barrette offers relief to the frustrated likelihood of bra straps falling off the shoulder or slipping out from under a shirt or dress. With the Bra Barrette, it’s as easy as linking the plastic, comfortable barrette in place to both straps and relieve is finally in place. Whether you are working out, going to work or just want to look good without straps in your way, the Bra Barrette is the answer. An added perk to this must have accessory? You can dress it up and show it off it bra barrette charms, designed to accessorize the bra barette and the clothes you are wearing it with! It’s such a cute accessory that there is no need to hide it – use it for too lose dress straps, tank tops and more! Learn more about the Bra Barrette by visiting www.brabarrette.com or by emailing info@brabarrette.com. You can also contact founder Lara Merriam-Smith at lara@brabarrette.com or at 866.447.3382.

Through our IN THE SPOTLIGHT section, we offer retailers and whoelsalers the opportunity to link together by being introduced to each other as well as general consumers. If you would like to be considered for IN THE SPOTLIGHT, please email Retail Minded at nicole@retailminded.com.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT – Pork Chop Kids

October 1, 2009 by  
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Featured wholesaler PORK CHOP KIDS is a fun legging accessory line for babies and toddlers.

Pork Chop Kids Want to change a diaper fast without pulling off pants, tights or leggings? Pork Chop Kids is your answer! Offering so much more than just convenience, Pork Chop Kids is a unique, fun alternative to everything else in the marketplace. They cover the toes through the thighs, making all the important parts of your little guy or gal well protected and covered. Have kids who pull their socks off all day? Pork Chop Kids solves this issue! Want your little ones to keep their knees cozy while crawling? Pork Chop Kids will be your new favorite product! Need more time in the day? Pork Chops can give it to you… Wearing Pork Chop Kids saves time for busy moms by making diaper changes super easy while also offering fussy dressers an easy, fast way to get the job done! More time for you, less fuss for them. To top it all, Pork Chop Kids is adorable and cute, offering a variety of styles for all occasions. Another great use of Pork Chop Kids? Layering! Cold winter months and crisp fall days often need more than just a thin pair of pants. Pork Chop Kids solve this problem by covering the toes all the way up to the thighs, fitting snug and cozy. You can even add an extra layer of socks over them for added warmth – or better yet, another pair of Pork Chop Kids. There is nothing bulky to add to your little one’s waistline, so wearing Pork Chops is not only comfortable but super convenient and practical. Forget leggings that expose the toes or tights that bundle up around your little one’s waist… Pork Chop Kids is the super smart alternative for kids everywhere. Learn more about Pork Chop Kids by visiting www.porkchopkids.com or contacting their sales department at sales@porkchopkids.com. You can also reach them at 414.967.5852.

Through our IN THE SPOTLIGHT section, we offer retailers and wholesalers the opportunity to link together by being introduced to each other as well as general consumers. If you would like to be considered for IN THE SPOTLIGHT, please email Retail Minded at nicole@retailminded.com.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT – Cozy Wedge

September 22, 2009 by  
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Featured wholesaler COZY WEDGE is a super cute, super practical, super cozy bumper alternative for cribs.

Cozy Wedge If your customers are familiar with the potential hazards in traditional crib bumpers, then offer them a  safe alternative. Cozy Wedge is the solution that moms have been wanting to find. When using Cozy Wedge, advantages range from easier crib sheeting changing to safer use in crib cushioning and much more. Whether you want plain or printed, the assortment offered in cozy wedges are fun and fashionable while also safe – the wedge inserts are odorless and CFC-free while the slip covers to the wedges are made from organic cotton and completely washable.  Parents can rest assured that their little angels are resting peacefully and safely with cozy wedge without the hazards that other crib bumpers have, including potential suffocation. The wedge foam is hard enough to avoid compressing when babies lean against it, avoiding possible dangers that include making a pocket around their little noses and mouths. But yet the wedge is gentle enough to give comfort to babies as they move around their cribs. With only a handful of stores ( http://www.cozywedge.com/stores.html ) currently carrying this must have crib essential, your store can standout to all the moms in your community. Retailing at under $60, this is a must have for any new parent. Learn more about how you can get Cozy Wedge into your store by emailing info@inspiredideas.com or calling 202.966.4775. Visit www.cozywedge.com for even more information about this great product!

Through our IN THE SPOTLIGHT section, we offer retailers and wholesalers the opportunity to link together by being introduced to each other as well as general consumers. If you would like to be considered for IN THE SPOTLIGHT, please email Retail Minded at nicole@retailminded.com.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT – Kuru Footwear

September 15, 2009 by  
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Featured wholesaler Kuru Footwear offers anatomical, active footwear that supports function and style without breaking the bank.  

Kuru Footwear Founded in 2008, Kuru Footwear was created to offer off-the-shelve shoes that provide orthotic quality support in simple, functional designs that can be used in a variety of lifestyle settings. Whether walking, taking a light hike, traveling or simply going about your everyday activities, Kuru provides comfort and support unlike what you have seen in any other off-the-shelve shoe. Forget expensive, custom orthotics that can run you up to $500, Kuru was inspired to keep things simple while purposeful – and less expensive. Retail prices top out at about $100 and wholesale prices don’t exceed $50. Ideal customers are both men and women who are 30 plus with active lifestyles. Is this your customer? If you are already selling Merrell, Earth, Keen or Ecco footwear, then Kuru is definitely worth bringing into your assortment. Not selling either of these brands yet? Let Kuru lead the way in your store with their exciting, affordable product that offers not just comfort, but medically proven support through their Kuru Sole, a ground breaking technology that is patent pending. Learn more by visiting www.kurufootwear.com or emailing them directly. Retailers, please direct all inquiries to dealers@kurufootwear.com. Customers, direct your inquiries to customers@kurufootwear.com. You can also reach Kuru directly at 801.783.4523.

the opportunity to link together by being introduced to each other as well as general consumers. If you would like to be considered for IN THE SPOTLIGHT, please email Retail Minded at nicole@retailminded.com.

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