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Featured In The Studio This Summer In New York… 
Playtime & Kid’s Hub New York is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to fly there for the summer show! To celebrate, let’s take a look at the brands that will be featured in The Studio this summer. A mix of first time exhibitors and old friends back at the show again after some time away, we can’t wait to see them in just a few weeks. From party-ready products to innovative fashion, books for keeping track of life’s precious moments to standout swimwear and bedding, you won’t want to miss meeting these brands that will be featured in The Studio!
Chic and practical, Maillot Swim’s suits feature snaps to make life easier for parents and kids. Started by passionate moms who love beach days and pool outings, they embarked on a mission to create swimwear with snaps for all ages. With matching options for siblings, their game changing designs have revolutionized the kid’s swimwear category. With a name inspired by the French word for one-piece swimsuits, their products reflect a tireless dedication to stylish, functional swimwear.
Sabo Concept was created by a married couple specialized in design and wood crafting. Together, they create magnificent toys. Using environmentally friendly, high quality processes, their designs balance past and present to create objects that are minimalist and simple, yet sophisticated in terms of lines and colors. From building blocks to fun toy food, they have a vast range of toys to delight kids and parents alike.
Based in Copenhagen, Specialday is a Danish brand dedicated to producing premium paper goods. Specialized in high quality keepsake journals, they want to help families celebrate life’s special moments. From greeting cards to accessories to further customize their journals, Specialday has everything families need to cherish moments together. Through their paper goods, Specialday reminds us that every day is special.
Thoughtfully designed and made to be passed down, Oso & Me is named after the founder’s beloved childhood stuffed bear. Representative of the brand’s guiding principals of comfort, joy, and the magic of childhood, the founder set off on a journey to make beautiful, functional kids clothes that last. With designs that are easy to slip on and off and endure lots of play (and washing!), their clothing features comfy waistlines and adjustable cuffs. Made to grow with kids from season to season, they last longer thanks to adaptable silhouettes and high quality materials.
Mimikai is revolutionizing insect repellent, and it all started with a tomato! This wild tomato native to North Carolina was found to produce Undecanone, a natural compound that repels mosquitos and ticks. After seven years of perfecting and proving this technology, Mimikai launched their bug spray that offers effective, natural, skin-friendly bug repellent. Free of toxic chemicals and gross smells, they offer powerful protection that fits seamlessly into conscious living. Started by two moms, adventurers, and advocates for clean products that perform, Mimikai is a summer essential for every store!
Elevate the homes of your customers with artist designed knit blankets from Biquette! They believe in a life that is well-designed, which is why their products are made to bring art and comfort into every home. Biquette’s blankets are made to order to reduce waste and minimize their environmental footprint. Produced with tactical perfection in one of the last knitting mills in Long Island, New York, Biquette’s blankets are made to help families feel good inside and out.
Encourage exploration with innovative, well-designed toys from Biggest Little! Their intentional playthings nurture each child’s unique development, enriching play through exposure to art and design. Helping to reduce waste and overstimulation, their products are open-ended. Biggest Little’s products are also thoughtfully crafted to be safe, easy to clean, and built for longevity. Their trademarked hero product, b is for ball, embodies their vision of timeless, thoughtfully designed toys.
Jollity & Co and Daydream Society are a pair of independent, women-owned lifestyle brands that are made to party! Transforming the way people celebrate, they’re specialized in modern party goods, decor, and gifts. Jollity & Co creates party decor, paper goods, and gifts that draw inspiration from global trends, interior design, and unique styles. Daydream Society is their whimsical children’s brand specialized in making celebrations for this sector even more magical. Collaborating with the most talented artists, they create beautiful products with modern aesthetics and a playful spirit.
Lou Lou & Company is a family business that offers the perfect swaddle! The first Lou Lou blanket was sewed at home by the mother and founder, and from there the business was born. Celebrating the importance of swaddling for newborns, their essentials are stretchy, breathable, and silky soft. From blankets to clothing and accessories, Lou Lou & Company has everything babies, toddlers, and mothers need for morning through night.
From an appreciation for classic footwear and a love of boating, Floafers was born! A blend of two iconic styles, the driving loafer and the boat shoe, Floafers combines the comfort and practicality of foam with the timeless elegance of these silhouettes. Water-resistant, lightweight, scuff-proof, and slip-resistant, Floafers delivers footwear that embodies the spirit of adventure, the essence of timeless style, and the functional materials to accompany little feet on any adventure.
Started by a husband and wife, Peace House Studio is on a mission to create clothing that doesn’t just look good, but also does good. When they had their first child, the parents that founded this brand struggled to find clothing that met their standards for fashionable, high quality, ethical, sustainable products. So they launched Peace House Studio to make durable, soft clothing in their studio in Maine with organic cotton milled and dyed in California. They also have their own “Patches Project” that gives new life to worn and torn products. Peace House Studio is on an endless journey to further minimize the environmental impact of fashion.
Born under the golden hues of a perfect sunset on the Aegean island of Chios, discover Sand Mother! This swimwear brand is a tribute to the bond between mother and child. Designed with love, warmth, and care, it celebrates this deep connection, turning the beach into a reminder of the way a mother holds, guides, and, ultimately, lets go. With soft prints and beautiful colors, this swimwear seamlessly combines expertise and timeless aesthetics.
Started by a mother, Forever French draws inspiration from the beauty and resilience of her daughter, Charli. Having begun researching manufacturing while in waiting rooms at an autism center, this dream became reality. Comfort and quality are the top priority for each collection. Forever French uses soft, stretchy, breathable fabrics to make their pieces that are sure to become everyday favorites. Through each collection, this family brand spreads awareness and hope, even incorporating prints drawn by Charli herself.
Designed in Spain and inspired by the bold, fiery energy of redheaded personalities, meet Rooie & Friends! Their products are crafted to empower kids to express their spirits with confidence, while being sophisticated enough for their moms. More than just a brand, Rooie & Friends is a celebration of friendship, individuality, and freedom. Using sustainable, earth-friendly materials, they encourage children to make friends, express their style, and dance through life with joy.
Two lifelong friends came together to launch Petit Sleep! Designed to fill a void in the children’s bedding space, their products bring magic and joy to bedtime. Their prints are pleasing to both parents and kids, created by their own in-house designer, while their unique fabrication blends the softest fabrics to make them extra cozy. The materials also help regulate temperature, keeping little ones warm in winter and cool in summer. The fit of Petit Sleep sheets have been perfected, and everything is machine washable and made to hold up against pilling.
We can’t wait to meet these brands that will be featured in The Studio and hundreds more this summer! Buyers, get your pass here to join us at Playtime & Kid’s Hub New York July 27-29. Just like the variety found among the outstanding brands that will be featured in The Studio, the range of products that will be on display at The Big Small Show are sure to provide buyers from every store with all the categories they need to please and surprise their customers.
