October 2009 New Specialty Toys — Apparel

These festive pants can be mixed and matched with other costume and clothing items to create unique outfits.

These lavish knit booties and matching hats will make any baby feel extra special.

Little boys can rule their special days with this fake-fur trimmed birthday hat, complete with three removable fabric candles.

This festive birthday hat is constructed with a canvas support surface, so the hat will keep its shape year after year.

This colorful apron has pockets in front for keeping supplies and is large enough to keep outfits clean. Velcro straps make it easy to put on and take off! Fits most children ages 3 to 6. Hand wash and line dry.

The Baby Banz sunglasses & sun hat set includes a pool-ready PVC bag to store it in for the child on the go. The lenses are made of durable polycarbonate and offer 100 percent  UVA/ UVB protection. The lenses are also of ophthalmic quality and are capable of being replaced with prescription lenses. The neoprene elastic band matches the chosen color of the sunglasses. The side-adjustable Velcro® allows for years of wear as the child grows.
— As of 05/12/2011 this product had 4.2 out of 5 stars from 49 customer reviews on Amazon.com. Cons: Velcro seal irritated some children's ears.

This light blue mermaid set features a two-piece swimsuit and mermaid fins.

For crawlers to toddlers, these stylish baby kneepads — made from cotton with silicone pad protection — are designed to keep little ones' knees feeling and looking good. Designed for comfort and ease, they slide right over baby’s knees to protect and keep them scrape-free from hard and irritable surfaces as they crawl and explore their surroundings. The machine-washable pads are one size fits most and come in blue, green, orange and red.

Two adjustable toggles tighten at the arm and wrist to ensure the Mittz stay on, and the over-arm design allows Mittz to be put on last. There are five layers of warmth in every mitt, and the styles for newborn to 24 months have a thumbless design for easy on and off and warmth. The design for ages 2 to 7 has a thumb added with an extra layer of protective rubberized fabric in the palm and thumb. The appliqué matches Stonz Booties and Hatz for a coordinated look. The Mittz are machine washable and dryable, and are made in Canada. Launch date: August 20, 2009.

The Sophie Snuggler is a nursing cover-up made from 100-percent organic cotton, so mothers have soft, natural material next to them and their babies' skin. The cowl neck allows mom to position and check on baby. It is also incredibly discreet and stylish. The cover-up is durable and machine washable, and is made in the USA. Launch date: September 2009.

This recycled tote bag is made from recycled plastic bottles and was designed to hold both Popsi the doll and her storybook. The bag is imprinted with non-toxic green ink and carries the message of recycling. Children can proudly display their Popsi doll and the important message of saving our Earth. The bag comes with two types of handles, one carry tote or shoulder strap.

Every little “Casey Jones” will love the chance to take the controls wearing this great Jr. Train Engineer gear.  The durable “poly/cotton” fabric is comfortable and long-wearing.  This outfit includes the matching engineer’s cap, matching leather-feel gloves (not with 18 month) and red bandana.  Also available in small and large adult sizes ($63.95) and infant size (18 mos, $33.95, gloves not included).

Now your child can be a vet, scientist, lab tech, doctor or dentist; this is the perfect garment for their imaginative play.  It is a 3-pocket design with button-front closure and it will stand up to tough kid’s play.  Sizes:  2/3, 4/6, 6/8, 8/10, 12/14
— Sean O'Neal, owner of Science Safari in Cary, N.C., told TDmonthly in a December 2014 interview that Lab Coats are one of their best-selling Halloween toys.

Your little Jr. Fire Chief will become “The Big Fire Chief” in this authentic, bright red helmet.  It has flashing red lights and realistic siren sound.  It is hard plastic and will stand up to hours and hours of play.

Our Jr. Astronaut Boots are the perfect compliment to our Jr. Astronaut Gloves, Jr. Astronaut Back Pack and our Jr. Astronaut Helmet to wear with our Jr. Astronaut White Suit.  They have official looking NASA and American flag embroidery.  Look for the special zippered compartment, too.  They are intended to wear over your little astronaut’s own shoes.  This ensemble is among our most popular.   Sizes:  Small, Medium, Large & Adult – Covers from a 5” shoe to a 14” shoe.

Your Jr. SWAT member will be ready for action in this new highly durable “poly/cotton twill” fabric, one-piece design.  They will never wear it out.  It has an authentic look and feel with embroidered trim down the legs, official looking patches and a quality SWAT cap included.  It’s loaded with zippered pockets and has the SWAT logo across the back.  Sizes:  2/3, 4/6, 6/8, 8/10, 12/14 * Adult Small and Adult Large ($79.95 for adult sizes).

This Jr. Flight Suit has been completely redone from the original flight suit designed 9 years ago by Aeromax.  This new suit of “poly/cotton twill” is beautifully crafted to last & last.  This suit is authentic in everyway, with official looking NASA patches and embroidered cap.  It’s loaded with zippered pockets to store all the “moon rocks”, has an adjustable waist and an embroidered NASA cap.  Sizes: 2/3, 4/6, 6/8, 8/10, 12/14 * Adult Small and Adult Large ($79.95 for adult sizes).
— Aeromax's Get Real Gear line of dress-up clothes is a Halloween best seller for Maryalice Miner, co-owner of Miner's Doll & Toy Store in Ocean Springs, Miss..

This Jr. Wizard outfit will cast a spell.  The crepe-fabric black robe has a glimmering silver metallic trim with trumpet sleeves; plus it is fully lined and includes a secret interior pocket.  The fabulously-decorated cone hat has the matching silver trim with embroidered moon & star appliqués.  Size: One Size Fits Most – ages 4 to 9.

Our little Jr. Flapper will bring back the Roaring Twenties.  She’ll look fabulous in this shiny red dress with the double row of fringe that goes all the way around the back.  With the elbow-length gloves and the feathered headband; your flapper will want to dance and dress up everyday.  The Roaring Twenties never looked so good!  Sizes: 4/6 & 6/8

Your little Jr. Pirate Girl will be ready to sail the seven seas in this brilliant design.  The black and white balloon skirt is accented with a peasant blouse and black vest treatment.  Add the matching red belt and headscarf to complete this outstanding, well-designed, yet comfortable ensemble.  She’ll love it.  Sizes:  2/3, 4/6 and 6/8.

Sock hops, tail fins and soda fountains will be on her mind when she puts on this adorable Jr. Poodle Dress.  The pink skirt has a sequined poodle design and an attached pink and black knit top.  The sequin appliqué is matched on the accompanying fashionable, shiny pink purse.  The underskirt has a fabulous lacey trim which is lined for comfort.  We’ve added a matching black belt to complete the ensemble.  Sizes:  2/3, 4/6 and 6/8.

Flowers will perk up when this Jr. Garden Fairy appears.  This lovely, shimmering green dress has a tulle lining and the back is a knit fabric for comfort.  Two beautiful floral appliqués and trim; plus the detachable gold-glittered wings complete the look.  Sizes:  2/3, 4/6 and 6/8.

Pork Chops are baby- and kid-sized thigh highs with non-skid bottoms that were designed to provide warmth and protection for little ones and facilitate easy diaper changes. This style is available for ages 6 months to 8 years.

These ergonomic snow gloves for kids are snugly designed with a zipper that originates over the back of the hand and zips down past the wrist for quick and easy on-off use. There's elastic gathering on the inside of the wrist, and the gloves feature a water-resistant shell and a soft fleece material on the forefinger for nose wiping.