Global Children’s Wear Market to Reach US$156.8 Billion by 2015, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Children's wear market is among the most lucrative segments in the global apparel industry. Though the global economic meltdown has significantly affected growth prospects in the retail industry, the children's wear segment has exhibited considerable resilience to the adverse market conditions, as against the men's wear and women's wear categories. The market is influenced by factors such as transforming consumer preferences, customer profiles, parents and children's influence on buying patterns, and availability of greater choice. Future growth in the market is also dependent on factors such as brand-related investment, design elements, and ethical developments.

Europe and the United States account for a major share of the sales in the global children's wear market, as stated by the new market research report on Children's Wear. With growth in double income earning families, working population and greater disposable income, the branded apparel market is expected to experience substantial gains. Increasing exposure to various media, rise in international travel, and enhanced awareness from peers are contributing to the growing fashion-consciousness among children. With children increasingly exhibiting independent purchasing behavior, they play a significant role in influencing parental decisions pertaining to purchase of kids wear. Growth in the children's wear market is also driven by the trend towards gift shopping.

In recent years, baby and infant clothing have been witnessing rising sales, as the trend of gifting high-value products gains popularity among family and friends. The market for infants & toddlers' wear has traditionally centered on offering soft, comfortable products. Though several changes have taken place in the newborn clothing market, the traditional dress remains the preferred option owing to easy wearability and comfortable fit, with only change evident in the form of greater color variations in dresses.

Children's wear segment is witnessing the foray of several high-profile designers, who are focusing on creating miniature versions of adult designs to address the growing requirements of kids wear market. Willingness of parents to splurge on pampering children's needs is a key contributor to the growing demand for designer kids wear clothing. The focus of designers on this segment is also attributed to its recession-resilient characteristic, as against the men's wear and women's wear markets that have witnessed significant decline in sales of high-fashion clothing lines. Another trend witnessed in the market is the growing popularity of licensed merchandise including apparel, particularly in underwear and nightwear segments. The advent of character-licensed clothing such as Barbie Princess and Spiderman nightwear has enhanced value of a category that was traditionally characterized by low-cost basic clothing.

The global children's wear market is characterized by moderate level of competition, owing to the presence of large number of market participants and the lower switching costs. While individual consumers constitute the buyer segment, clothing wholesalers and manufacturers are the major suppliers. Retailers, on the other hand, source supplies from both manufacturers and wholesalers. Major players profiled in the report include Bealls Inc., Benetton Group S.p.A., Carter's Inc., Esprit Holdings Limited, Fruit of the Loom Inc., FB Legacy, Gap Inc., Hanesbrands Inc., The Jones Group, Kellwood Company, Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation, Polo Ralph Lauren, Sears Holdings Corp., Syms Corporation, Target Corp., The Children's Place Retail Stores, The Warnaco Group Inc., Tips: Find Street Fashion Online(may be you can find what you want on the oasap.com) and VF Corporation.

The research report titled "Children's Wear: A Global Strategic Business Report" announced by Global Industry Analysts Inc., provides a strategic review of the industry, key market trends, recent product launches, strategic corporate initiatives, and profiles of key market participants. The report provides annual sales estimates and projections for the years 2007 through 2015, and 2000 to 2006 by the following geographic markets - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East, and Latin America. Key segments analyzed include Boys Wear, Girls Wear and Infants & Toddlers Wear.

For more details about this comprehensive market research report, please visit – http://www.strategyr.com/Childrens_Wear_Market_Report.asp

About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
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NAPW Binghamton Local Chapter Launched June 25th and Chapter’s Mission, Board, and Goals were Discussed; Momentum Continued at Follow-Up Meeting in August

Members and guests of the Binghamton Local Chapter gathered on June 25th for a professional networking meeting at the Groundwater Sciences Corp. conference room in Vestal. It was the first official meeting of the newly launched Chapter, which is the latest of NAPW's nearly 400 Local Chapters around the country. Many items were discussed at the first meeting and members and guests continued the momentum at Chapter's second meeting on August 23rd when Chapter's Mission, Board, and Goals were established.

Domonica Creeley, the new Chapter President, kicked off the inaugural meeting by warmly welcoming everyone and setting the evening's agenda. She invited members and guests to introduce themselves and talk about why they joined NAPW and what they would like to gain from this experience. Members were asked to drop their business cards in the Grow bin for a networking exercise and a chance to win a prize.

"The members then discussed some of the member benefits that NAPW has to offer and what items they have taken advantage of," said Domonica.

At the launch meeting, the Binghamton Local Chapter's Mission and Goals were discussed. The
Chapter reviewed local charities that the Chapter may support and enlisted member Rebecca Zeeuw as the Charity Chair to review the list of charities and narrow it down to three. It was determined that the top three choices would be presented at the August meeting.

In addition to Rebecca, other members elected to the Chapter's Board include Betsy Dunda, Communications Chair and Gerri Harrison, Guest Speaker Chair. There are still two open positions, Meeting Coordinator, which is being temporarily held by Gerri Harrison and Secretary, temporarily held by Domonica Creeley.

On August 23rd, NAPW Binghamton Local Chapter members and guests once again gathered at the Groundwater Sciences Corp. conference room for a networking meeting. At the August meeting, the Binghamton Chapter's Mission was formally established: To help foster growth for professional women in the Binghamton and surrounding areas.

After welcoming everyone to the meeting, Binghamton Chapter President Domonica Creeley briefly spoke about the agenda and how the meeting would progress. Members were invited to introduce themselves and talk about their expectations about being a member of NAPW. Many members spoke about the positive experiences they have had as members of NAPW.

"One of the members shared her wonderful experience at the 2012 NAPW National Networking Conference in New York City and highly recommended that everyone who had not attended this year, attend next year's function," said Domonica.

A discussion about the myriad of member benefits that NAPW offers its members then ensued and two members shared with the group how they have taken advantage of the regional and national seminars, webinars, teleconferences, on-line training, and certifications that members have access to at great discounts.

"Two members shared their positive experience with the Star 12 Programs, one member has been attending classes in Syracuse put on by the Star 12 Program and another has taken advantage of the webinars," said Domonica. "Both recommended that the other members in attendance check them out."

With the help of Binghamton Chapter Charity Chair Rebecca Zeeuw, a list of three charities that the Chapter would support was presented to the group. Members went around the room and discussed the different charities, personal connections to each, each charity's goals, and how the Chapter could help each one. Members voted and agreed to support Mom's House, which offers young single mothers a safe place for child care, helps them with finishing school and finding jobs, and offers a wonderful support system; the National Breast Cancer Foundation, which promotes and supports early breast cancer detection, research, and education, and the American Heart Association's Go Red for Women, which encourages and supports awareness, research, education, and community programs to help women understand their risk of heart disease.

"Rebecca will be looking into the charities' events and pulling together a list of dates. We would like to attend these events as a team and help out each of these wonderful causes," said Domonica.

Chapter members also discussed plans for future meetings, meeting locations, and guest speakers. Currently, the Chapter is researching women-owned local restaurants for upcoming meeting venues. Several members volunteered to be guest speakers at future meeting. On September 27th Betsy Dunda will speak on the topic of Transitions; the October 25th meeting will feature Cassandra Carter, who will speak about self-esteem, and at the November 15th meeting, Diane Lange will offer a presentation on stress reduction.

"We have tapped into our wonderful Chapter for our future guest speakers," said Domonica. "We are all looking forward to these wonderful guest speakers and topics."

The Binghamton Chapter also discussed reaching out to other local chapters in the area, to hold a meet and greet with other NAPW members, to help grow its network of professional women, and help showcase the wonderful businesses, people, and opportunities available as a NAPW community.

The Chapter discussed their Facebook page and the Chapter President shared the helpful tips that were discussed on the President's conference call on August 22nd. She offered to email those out to Tips: Find Street Fashion Online(may be you can find what you want on the oasap.com) the Chapter members, with Sara's NAPW contact information. Also discussed were Linked In and the business benefits that some members have had. The Binghamton Chapter brainstormed ways to engage other members to attend meetings, and discussed venues and locations. The members also discussed the importance of sales materials for businesses and different types of business cards that act as sales material.

Members who attended the summer meetings were: Domonica Creeley, Rebecca Zeeuw, Betsy Dunda, Gerri Harrison, Diane Lange, and Cassandra Carter.

Domonica Creeley, Binghamton Chapter President, works for Groundwater Sciences Corporation as an Administrative Assistant. Groundwater Sciences Corporation's principal services include hydrogeological consulting, focusing on solving complex groundwater and soil contamination problems, and development of water resources for public and private use.

Rebecca Zeeuw's works for EMA as an Account Manager. EMA of New York specializes in Drives and Automations in the HVAC and Manufacturing Industries. An industry that is always evolving and changing keeping informed and up to date on the new technology is critical.

Betsy Dunda recently became a Women in Transition Coach. She specializes in helping women transition through different situations or experiences: entering the workforce for the first time after college, changing jobs or careers, leaving a job to start a business, or re-designing life as an empty nester, as a result of a divorce, or for retirement.

Gerri Harrison is the President of Ever Evolving Enterprise, which specializes in Tax Preparation and Financial Services and offers small business consulting, financial coaching, financial education workshops, and debt management.

Diane Lange is the Founder, Coach, and Consultant of Proclivity LLC; and was just recently internationally published. Proclivity specializes in leadership/management development, employee morale and performance, training initiatives, speaking engagements, and so much more.

Cassandra Carter is CEO/Founder/Information Technology Specialist at Dabar, LLC/NY State, which specializes in plus size fashions and information technology. She has wonderful changes on the horizon for Thick Madame ? and is working on her launch of a specialized clothing line with her designs for plus size women. Cassandra also publicly speaks on the topic of self-esteem, and its effects on all people.

The National Association of Professional Women (NAPW) is the largest and most recognized network of female professionals. NAPW provides a forum where women can interact, exchange ideas, educate, network, and empower. NAPW Local Chapters allow members to maximize their experience through meetings, networking opportunities, and professional events.

For additional information regarding the NAPW Binghamton Local Chapter and/or NAPW, please visit http://www.napw.com.

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Slip into some Merrell Sandals for the Outdoor Look

Much of the UK had a taste for things to come (hopefully) last weekend as the country basked in the warmest weekend of the year. It came a little early too, with April normally more famous for its 'showers' than its sunshine. Nevertheless, the sun was out, temperatures were high, and for the first time this year many people were abandoning their socks for the first time!

"It's always a great sign when you see people wearing sandals," said Ian Brookes, founder of the UK's leading discounted outdoor clothing store, Outdoorlook.co.uk.

"Sandals are a sign of summer and all that positivity it brings, such as the warm climate and blue skies, so we have made every effort to make sure we are catering for our customers this season by offering some fantastic Merrell Sandals."

Ian Brookes also has another reason to look forward to this summer; it will be the 2nd anniversary of Outdoor Look's venture online.

"We have had a fantastic 2 years and tried to react where possible to customer needs and demands, and our new range of Merrell sandals is down to just that!"

The Merrell sandals range for men and women have been designed to give great comfort and freedom of movement whilst also utilising the best technology such as the anti-microbial footbed which helps reduce odour – perfect for a summer's day stroll.

It not just all about sandals though. The UK's leading stockists of discount outdoor clothing stock a extensive range of established and popular brands such as Regatta, Helly Hansen, Craghoppers and of course Merrell. Products are up to 75% off RRP and all orders over the value of ?50 arrive with free delivery.

"More and more people are qualif women's jackets ying for the free delivery and are seeing Outdoor Look as a one-stop shop for their outdoor clothing needs, which is fabulous. It's great we have such loyal customers," added Brookes.

Outdoor Look are a UK based supplier of sandals and other discounted outdoor clothing, offering an extensive range of quality garments at unbeatable discounted prices. Outdoorlook.co.uk provide a complete range of durable and comfortable outdoor clothing which are ideal camping holidays or hikes or casual wear, from established brands such as Merrell and Regatta.

For more information visit http://www.outdoorlook.co.uk

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Women Go Gaga for Zaggora Hotpants Launch

Anticipating the launch of Zaggora's 'Hotpants' in 2 weeks, women all over the world are going gaga to lose 2 jean sizes and look good naked this summer.

Specially designed with Celu‐Lite? technology, Hotpants work hard to reduce body fat and the visible appearance of cellulite by using natural body heat to increase your perspiration by up to 80%.

Using just twitter marketing since launching their website 2 weeks ago, the company has had 2,600 visits, over 2,500 facebook 'likes' and over 1,000 women who have signed up to be brand Ambassadors. On their Facebook fanpage, some women have even threatened to assault the postman to get them and they have received tweets like 'I'm so excited, I could peeeee'. A presentation they uploaded to Slideshare has had over 6,500 unique 'views'.

Hotpants were specially designed by Dessi Bell in London after finding that there wasn't anything in the market to really help her attack celulite and look good naked before her wedding. So, she decided to make her own. She researched materials and fabrics after realising that comfortable clothing that targeted the areas women care about such as bum, thighs and tums, was the way forward.

However, after 12 months of development she found that during Hotpants trials women lost weight as well, an average of 2 jean sizes in 2 weeks in fact. No crazy diet, no nutty regime, just by wearing them 3 times a week for 30 minute gym sessions.

Zaggora has a focused social media strategy and has so far just been marketing on twitter. The company has a rewarding Ambassador programme whereby every Ambassador is given their own unique voucher code to share and when its used, they are rewarded with $7 and the person using it receives a 10% discount.

Speaking about the craze so far Dessi says 'It's been such a fantastic response, we're quite overwhelmed. On some days, the team don't have time to do anything but respond to emails and tweets - women just seem to love the idea - we haven't even delivered any yet'

The company is looking to build the business on a solid foundation of social proof which is why they are giving away pairs to women to try if they write about their experience on their Facebook fanpage in the first 2 weeks.

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TeamFanShop Drives Official Online Store of San Francisco 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers partner with TeamFanShop, Inc., a subsidiary of Fanatics, LLC, to power their official online store. The contract is a multi-year agreement that includes an upgraded e-commerce platform, marketing services, merchandising and inventory management, and a dedicated team of customer service professionals. The newly transformed site has features that will enhance the customer shopping experience, such as an expanded line of officially licensed 49ers merchandise, flat rate shipping, yearlong returns, and simple site navigation.

"Many companies provide e-commerce services, but TeamFanShop delivers a complete strategy that covers all facets of website design, merchandising, and marketing results," stated Ali Towle, Director of Marketing for the San Francisco 49ers. "TeamFanShop takes inventory risk head-on with forecasting that accounts for every element of the site, past history, and team events that require quick response. There is no doubt in our minds that TeamFanShop will be there to meet the demand for team merchandise when our 49ers fans need it most."

The upgraded Official Online Store of the San Francisco 49ers highlights the largest selection of in stock gear and apparel for every 49ers fan. The 49ers site features 2011 Reebok Sideline Gear, the Authentic Outfitter for the NFL, along with custom football jerseys where fans can choose any name and any number to go on their 49ers jersey. Men, women and kids clothing and gameday accessories are available including T-shirts, hats, polos, jewelry, toys and more.

49ers fans can also buy as many items as they like and take advantage of one low, flat rate for shipping. Along with exceptional shipping options, a 365-day return policy is implemented leaving fans with plenty of time to return any unwanted items. Customer service is at the forefront of the TeamFanShop mission statement, which mea women's jackets ns that 49ers fans are taken care of before, during and after every order is processed.

"Offering the 49ers concrete experience in online merchandising solutions is a privilege and we're excited TeamFanShop was chosen to manage the official online shop," commented Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Brian Swallow. "Following the lockout, the NFL season is in full swing and so are our e-commerce services. 49ers fans can be ready for tailgating with the latest selection of scarlet and gold gear while expecting order turnaround to be fast and trouble-free."

About TeamFanShop:
Founded in 1995, TeamFanShop is a leading provider of private label e-commerce solutions for Division I colleges and professional sports teams. Their dedicated solutions power the official e-commerce sites for some of the biggest names in sports and sports media. Partners include the Oklahoma Sooners, Georgia Bulldogs, Penn State, Florida Gators, Jacksonville Jaguars, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Philadelphia 76ers, The Southeastern Conference, The Atlantic Coast Conference, Ivy League, CBS Sports, New York Giants, FOX Sports, Oregon Ducks, Orlando Magic and Denver Broncos, among many others. TeamFanShop combines best-of-breed, turnkey e-commerce hosting website development with highly efficient order fulfillment, secure shopping cart solutions, and customer relationship management services to help partners fully monetize their official websites.

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Site Unveils Easier way to Shop Online for Fashion Apparel

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Evans – UK’s Leading Plus Size Clothing Retailer Launches In The USA

Award winning plus size clothing chain Evans has launched in the USA to offer a wide range of apparel options for curvy ladies.

In time for winter and the Christmas party season, plus size ladies can find everything they need to look gorgeous for all occasions at Evansusa.com

Whether a shopper is looking for plus size jeans for a weekend of fun or a sensational party dress, it's all available online at Evansusa.com. Sizes start at US size 10 and go up to US size 28.

To find a specific item of plus size clothing, customers should visit the Evansusa.com website and scroll through the drop down menus on the top bar. Apparel is divided into categories such as tops and tunics, dresses, knitwear, jeans and denim, leggings and jeggings, coats and jackets and pants.

Each category is further divided into sizes and color, making it fast and easy for shoppers to find every item of plus size clothing they need.

Evans plus size clothing collection has been specially designed to make sure there are outfits for all occasions – from day to night. Shoppers can browse by occasion if they click on the 'Shop By' tab on the top bar of the Evansusa.com homepage. With options for work wear, party wear or holiday shop, it's simple to find exactly what you need wh fashion jackets online en you shop at Evansusa.com

To guarantee a perfect fit, shoppers can access online sizing guides as well as videos explaining to women how to measure their bodies to find out their correct size. There are guides for clothing and swimwear under the apparel tab and guides for lingerie, shoes and jewelry under the relevant tabs. Plus an explanation about how to shop for your shape as well as your size – with explanations of hourglass, apple, pear and busty shapes - so it's even easier for shoppers to find something that will flatter and suit their shape.

To find style advice, shoppers can see what other ladies have bought by visiting the Evans Facebook page. Customers are invited to share their comments about shopping at Evans and the Evans team post messages and offer advice. It's a real community spirit!

Evans has also introduced a regular newsletter to give customers style advice and details of special offers and sales. Signing up automatically enters the subscriber into a prize draw with an opportunity to win a shopping spree worth $1000.

Delivery is fast and easy. All orders placed online can be delivered to most places in Mainland USA in days. Should the item not be as described, customers can return it by following the relevant instructions online. Delivery is $10 or free when shoppers spend $75 or more.

About Us:
Evans is a plus size ladies fashion retailer with over 300 Evans stores around the UK and Ireland. We wanted to bring our passion for plus size fashion to the US with Evansusa.com.

Evans has special expertise in designing, fitting, styling and an intuitive understanding of our customers' view on body image. Shopping online with us is easy and can be done from the comfort of home, any time of day.

Contact: Carina Sullivan, email: carina(dot)sullivan(at)evans(dot)co(dot)uk

Visit: Evans Website: http://www.evansusa.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Evans

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