PGA Authentic Junior Apparel by Fore!! Axel & Hudson Honored with 2013 Earnie Award

Leading children's fashion trade magazine recognizes brand for best licensed apparel

(Monterey Park, CA) - Fore!! Axel & Hudson - maker of stylish, sharp, golf-inspired, eco-friendly children's clothing - announces its PGA Authentic Junior line of boys and girls clothing has received a 2013 Earnie Award for Best Licensed Apparel.

Presented by leading fashion trade magazine Earnshaw's, the Earnie Awards annually celebrate childrenswear design excellence. No stranger to these honors, Fore!! Axel & Hudson was named Best New Company in 2011 and nominated this year for Best Boys Collection. Its newly-launched sister line - Fore'N'Birdie - was also nominated as Best Girls Collection.

"I was completely blown away to be nominated in three categories and truly cherish this victory for PGA Authentic Junior," says Paul Nguyen, Fore!! Axel & Hudson Co-Owner and Creative Director. "It's a testament to the amazing relationships we've built with retailers and their customers and I'd like to thank everyone who took the time to vote for us!"

Launched for Spring 2013 for the off-course market, PGA Authentic Junior is an official partnership with the PGA of America. It includes a range of classic and fashion-forward apparel, accessories and headwear for boys and girls. Capturing Fore!! Axel and Hudson's Southern California roots and the PGA's pride and passion for the game, the designs feature eye-catching details and luxurious, eco-friendly fabrics. Retailing from $34 to $101, items are available in sizes 2T through 12.

As the only comprehensive awards program for manufacturers in the industry, the Earnie Awards denote children's retailers' seal of approval. All winners will be presented with a trophy and a cast of adorable kids to model the front-running looks during the annual runway show at the Earnie Awards Ceremony, taking place at the Javits Center on Monday, October 7.

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