SECAUCUS, N.J., Oct 25, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- The weather outside is frightful, but the Holiday Collection from The Children's Place Retail Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ: PLCE) is absolutely delightful. From classic casuals to formal fashion, The Children's Place has it all this winter.

"During the Holiday season, customers come to us as their special occasion destination," said Neal Goldberg, President of The Children's Place. "We offer a broad selection of family dressing ideas which make for memorable picture taking opportunities. As always, our selections offer great quality, great mix & match ideas and great value."

Stay warm and look cool with these items from The Children's Place:

Holiday is the time to shine. And big and little girls have plenty of choices at The Children's Place. Big girls can sparkle this season in a variety of sequin-specked sweaters and accessories in winter white, black, light green, and gumdrop lavender. Little girls can get cozy and sophisticated in faux-fur shrugs in leopard print, black, and winter white. Even denim gets dramatic for big girls this season with intricately beaded and bejeweled jeans and sequin skirts.

There are so many reasons to dress up for the holidays, and The Children's Place is the perfect place to shop. Boys and girls will love celebrating in this season's must-have pattern: plaid. Boys will look handsome in plaid button down dress shirts in red, blue, and green, while girls will get all dolled up in red and green plaid dresses and skirts. Boys can complete their look with striking sweater vests, matching ties and belts. Girls can add finishing touches with holiday-hued stockings in red, winter white, or black, and top off their look with headbands, hats, purses, and barrettes. Other formal pieces for big girls include a beautiful black dress with a black velvet top and a scalloped, sateen bottom as well as sateen pouf skirts in pink, winter white, black, and light green.

Get them ready to fight the cold weather with comfortable and stylish winter coats from The Children's Place. Big girls can dress up in faux-fur collared jackets in tan, purple, green, or blue, while little girls can bundle up in pink, purple, or blue down jackets with matching trapper hats and boots. Big and little boys can stay warm in hooded ski jackets in red, yellow, or green camouflage. All coats are designed to stand up to harsh weather conditions and make for the perfect holiday gift.

Boys have plenty of choices too when it comes to sweaters this holiday. With an abundance of striped, solid, patterned, or graphic designs, sweaters will keep him classic and comfortable. Styles are available in wool for very chilly days and cotton for layering. Big boys can face the weather by keeping their wardrobe cool with pieces such as the fairisle zip cardigan paired with camouflage pants or jeans. For younger boys, The Children's Place has a wide range of vests adorned with puppies and trains.

Even the youngest members of the family have fabulous new fashions this holiday. From The Children's Place Baby Luxe collection comes snuggly cable knit sweaters in color combinations of winter white and pink, yellow and tan, and light green and blue. Little snow bunnies can stay warm in faux fur lined jackets in tan, pink, and blue, and for an extra layer of comfort from the cold, faux fur/faux suede blankets are available in tan, pink, and blue.

Nothing says winter comfort like a new pair of snuggly pajamas. And The Children's Place is the ultimate hibernation wardrobe destination. Boys and girls can be fashionable while catching their Z's in a variety of fun prints and winter hues. All the kids will be ready for holiday snapshots in traditional red plaid pajamas, night gowns and coordinating slippers. Cotton stripes in navy, red, green and pink and fleece sets with snowman graphics are sure to be family favorites. Even moms and dads can get cozy this winter in these two styles, specially available in adult sizes online at www.childrensplace.com.

Whether you are searching for the perfect gift or the perfect holiday attire, there's no place like The Children's Place for the holidays.

The Children's Place always has the essentials when it comes to outfitting boys and girls ages newborn to 10. Offering everything from fashionable basics to stylish party wear, The Children's Place helps you find head-to-toe looks that will take your kids anywhere from the playground to special occasions. The perfect blend of up-to-the-minute fashion, quality and value, The Children's Place makes shopping fun for everyone. Shop any of the 770+ stores throughout the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico or visit the online store at childrensplace.com.

SOURCE: The Children's Place

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