September 2009 Notable Toys — Costumes & Accessories

The Bumblebee Dress has a 2-tone ruched satin top trimmed with organza petals for a retro bumblebee effect.  The skirt is lined with a soft lining to prevent scratching, and it has 3-tier tulle trimmed with black satin ribbons. Paired with Wings and a Headband (sold separately) this set will have little girls buzzing for more.

Layers of multi-pastel tulle petals, covered with shimmer organza petals. Lycra/spandex velour top with fairy print. Tricot underskirt for comfort, durability and style.

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.

This pretty dress-up will make any girl feel queenliike.

Fancy, fabulous and perfect for Princess dress up time! This lacy Pettiskirt is a dream come true for little girls. Made from yards of fluffy soft polyester chiffon, a gathered satin elastic waistband and tied with a deluxe satin ribbon.   Available in one size - skirt is 11 inches long with expandable waist 15”-28”.

Dress up as your own classic princess with the My Princess Academy pink satin and tulle diamond sequin dress up dress. This dress has a high scoop neck and a tea length skirt. Dress slips on easily with stretch material for easy wear. Dress is available in: 3 / 4, 5 / 6 and 7 / 8.

Dress up as your own princess with the My Princess Academy pink satin and tulle diamond glitter dress up skirt and wings. This skirt has a diamond gold glitter pattern with pink tulle leaves layered on top. Skirt slips on easily over clothes with stretch material and elastic waist for easy wear. The wings have a glittery diamond pattern and elastic straps that easily stretch over your shoulders.

Princesses will be enchanted with the 12” heart shaped rainbow light up wand with a magical charm sound. Light and sound operate with a heart shaped button. Batteries included.

Pretty in shades of pink, this dazzling dress features a skirt of petals. "Our award-winning products have been proudly manufactured in the USA for over 15 years and use the finest fabrics and trims to create truly sophisticated dress-up apparel," Renee Stojek, art director for A Wish Come True, told TDmonthly. It received a 2009 Toy of the Year Award from Creative Child Magazine. Launch date: August 2009.

The hood of this Frankenstein costume for babies features a forehead scar, bolts, felt hair and a heightened head — to store all those brains. The poly/cotton blend jacket and pants have jagged edges, and the pants have an elastic waist. "Our costumes are easy to wear for the children and for parents to dress! Adorable, fun, exciting and unusual costume characters are well made so that younger siblings will be able to wear them also," Eugenie Torres, designer for Mullins Square, told TDmonthly. Launch date: March 15, 2009.

Little Hero Capes are designed to empower a child's imagination and expand his adventures. The fully lined capes are made from high-quality materials with high-quality sewing and have a SUPER design placed prominently on the back. The capes feature a snap closure so a child can easily spring into action when he or she hears the call. Each cape also has a collar, which may be placed upward for a more mysterious look.  "Each Little Hero Cape, mask, and pair of power cuffs is artisan crafted in the United States," Allison Faunce, owner of Little Hero Capes, told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2, 2008.

This silver and pink tiara is trimmed with marabou feathers and embellished with pink gemstones. "This tiara is our unique design and it's sold only in the specialty toy market," Veesha Knight, sales and marketing manager for Creative Education of Canada, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2009.

These fun wooden medals celebrate children's everyday achievements. Each medal comes with matching ribbon with Velcro at the top. The backside has a space for the child's name and date. Launch date: January 2009.

This soft foam pirate saber will make a little blackbeard feel like the king of the seas, without causing any harm.