October 2008 Notable Toys — Apparel

The BellaBand is designed with pregnant women's bodies in mind. The top hem is wide and flat to minimize visible lines under women's tops. The main body of the BellaBand is seamless-knit so there are no side seams to show if the band is folded over. The fabric is designed to stretch and recover to fit throughout pregnancy and beyond. The bottom hem is double-sewn to better grip pants, skirts, and shorts to prevent the BellaBand from riding up.

Lounge in it. Work in it. Live in it. The Everyday Cami is a lush, seamless-knit camisole with a crêpe finish that's perfect for wearing with everything. It's super-soft and cut extra-long to keep one's belly covered throughout her entire pregnancy.

The Belly Leggings from Ingrid & Isabel are made of a luxurious, ultra-soft knit that stretches to gently hug the hips, legs and belly. The high seamless waistband gives the belly full coverage and room to grow while the legs are cut long for year-round wear. Made with a changing body in mind, the waistband can be worn folded at the waistline in early pregnancy, up high and over the belly for full coverage as it grows and under the belly for support in the final weeks of pregnancy. Layer with tunics, dresses, skirts or a comfy long t-shirt.

The Ruched Tank is a seamless tank with substantial ruching at the sides to create body-friendly pleating around the torso throughout all stages of pregnancy. The tank will give subtle pleating around the body in early pregnancy, a smooth, supportive silhouette on a blossomed belly, and heavy pleating after baby to disguise a soft, recovering belly. Provides for figure-flattering effects of a ruched tank while keeping all the comfort, support, stretch and recovery of a seamless knit layer that will last throughout and after pregnancy.

The appearance of a sandal is designed onto these socks. Now your baby can wear sandals throughout the year. This box includes 6 pairs of “sandals” in 6 colors. Jazzy Toes socks have non-skid grips on the bottom of the socks to help infants learn to walk . They socks come in a ready-to-mail gift box.

These Mary Janes designs come with a flower on the buckle. These socks for girls come with elasticized ankles and non-skid grips that help babies learn to walk without slipping. With six different colors in the set, each ready-to-mail gift box contains six pairs of socks. The full collection includes 12 original designs and a variety pack for both boys and girls.

Tail Wags promotes fun combined with safety by creating eye-catching helmet covers that encourage kids and adults alike to want to wear their helmets while participating in sporting activities. Statistics from the Consumer Product Safety Commission show that using a helmet could have prevented 53 per cent of head injuries occurring in children under 15 years of age. With a focus on fun and safety, Tail Wags helmet covers make a bold statement on the slopes, bike trails and horseback, through vibrant animal personalities, including zebras, turtles, kitty cats and teddy bears.

Regal and elegant, Ella’s Garden blends cool reds and greens with a stunning black corduroy for a perfect upscale look. Subtle for everyday wear, yet also bold for an unique impression, this pattern can be the hit of every wardrobe. "Donna specially designs her fabrics and then pieces them together in the most unique ways," Carol Pence, marketing coordinator for Donna Sharp, Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: June 2008.

This "me sleeve" carries the image of a rabbit on the front of the shirt, with a smaller image of the rabbit on each sleeve. Modern Me's "me sleeves" draw baby's attention to his or her hands with the strategically placed graphics on the wrists, in eye catching colors. Printed on American Apparel 100% rib cotton lap tees.

This "me sleeve" carries the image of a dog on the front of the shirt, with a smaller image of the dog on each sleeve. Modern Me's "me sleeves" draw baby's attention to his or her hands with the strategically placed graphics on the wrists, in eye catching colors. Printed on American Apparel 100% rib cotton lap tees.

The silhouette of a ballerina taking a ballet position is printed on this shirt. The "me tee" has the image printed on the shirt both rightside up and upside down, allowing for the wearer to also see what everyone else sees while wearing the shirt.

An African Elephant graces this "me tee" with a brief factoid running vertically across the shirt, describing the elephant as the largest land animal on earth.  The "me tee" has the image printed on the shirt both rightside up and upside down, allowing for the wearer to also see what everyone else sees while wearing the shirt.

Kidorable's latest girls' design is sure to please even the smallest adventurer. Let a child experience her next rainy day as a Mermaid. "This new and innovative design is sure to keep the girls feeling adventurous," said Nancy Gut, assistant operations manager for Kidorable. "This is way more than just a rain ensemble but rather a new way for a little girl to express herself and use her imagination. The practicality of it is the added bonus." Launch date: 11/1/2008.

The Birth Day Box is the perfect way to celebrate a new arrival. Each ultra-stylish three-piece gift set contains a combed cotton hat and long-sleeved lap tee accented with plush trim and matching plush diaper cover. Fabulous touches such as tiny footprints that adorn the back of each tee, soft satin detailing and cozy flannel lining finish each extraordinary piece. The rich chocolate toned Birth Day Box is intricately crafted with a nature-themed design and accented with thoughtful words to inspire any mom to be. Each set is machine washable/dryable and comes in two sizes (0-3 months and 3-6 months). The sets are available in Pink Lamb, Blue Leopard and White Swirl varieties. "Bloomers Baby creates beautiful and stylish newborn essentials that are ready for gift-giving, and all designs are proudly made in the USA," Michelle Caruso, owner of Bloomers Baby, told TDmonthly. This product received a 2008 Top Choice of the Year Award from Creative Child Magazine. Launch date: 2008.

Bright colors and fun (often funny) sayings turn an everyday necessity into an accessory. The company's newest design — "Snooze Button" — joins Volume Control, 'hi', no hablo, ttyl, Just Chillin and other designs. "Laughter and style are not the only goals our pacifiers achieve — safety is No. 1! All of our Lots to Say Baby pacifiers are made in the USA and conform to all Consumer Product Safety Commission standards," Erin Wilson, chief momma of Lots to Say Baby, told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 2008.

This line features four different mermaids — Cassie, Reese, Brooke and Ivy — each with its own story to tell. The line consists of T-Shirts, hats, coasters and ornaments. "These are completely original mermaids, created specially for this line. There is a beach mermaid, a golf mermaid, a preppy mermaid and a cocktail mermaid," Kit McCourt, owner of ShoreArt Gifts, told TDmonthly.

This reuseable felt party hat can be personalized with the child's name on the front panel.

This t-shirt features a colorful set of 9 Spanish words on the front of the shirt, with English equivalents in small text on the lower right of each word.

This adorable T-shirt is designed with Panda practicing Tai Chi. Watch Panda gracefully follow through each pose to complete his practice. A great sport or dance tee for kids! You may also get a matching adult T-shirt. Available in sizes small to large, for children ages 2 to 10.

These adorable monkey slippers are quickly becoming a heart-warming (and foot-warming) staple for young and old alike.  With four new sizes this year, multiplying monkeys means more happy customers!  Ages 0+  Machine-washable and dryer-safe.

Gigis Apparel provides no confusion of gender. Sleeping or awake, everyone will admire this little girls beauty. Gigis apparel has the perfect collection for a newborn's wardrobe. All tiny to adult hats and headbands are nestled in a keepsake box with rose petals. Gigis apparel makes for the perfect photos as well.

Gigis Apparel over-the-top headbands will brighten everyones face with a smile. They create positive attention and self esteem. Available in a wide variety of colors and trim from newborn to adult, all hats and headbands are presented in a keepsake box with rose petals.

Gigis Apparel soft lace tights make every outfit perfect. The adorable lace comes nestled in a gift box with rose petals. From tutus to uggs, this accessory is timeless. The sizes range from newborn to 6 years. The colors that are still available are pink, white, black, cream, brown, hot pink and lavender (shown).