BANTA WINNERS ANNOUNCED
After much deliberation by judges, the Baby Products Association has announced the winners of the 2022 Baby and Nursery Trade Awards (BANTAs). These industry awards, sponsored by Nursery Today, are open to exhibitors at
Harrogate International Nursery Fair and aim to point retailers and buyers in the direction of products, which in the judges’ opinions are best in the show in terms of quality, value and style.
This year, with the impending recession and cost of living crisis, consumers are seeking affordable products and the judges have considered this when choosing the winners, which are as follows:
FURNITURE | |
| WINNER: | Casa Tomara - miniuno Yumo Multiplus |
| Judges’ comments: | A multifunctional product which has many additional features to similar products on the market. It is easy to use and a great price point |
| HIGHLY COMMENDED: | Magicbaby – Saluzzo Furniture Set |
TRAVEL | |
| WINNER: | Recaro - Recaro Lexa Elite |
| Judges’ comments: | One of the few, attractively priced, lightweight strollers on the market which incorporates a reversible seat |
| HIGHLY COMMENDED: | Cosatto - Giggle Trail |
SAFETY | |
| WINNER: | Kiddie Rail |
| Judges' comments: | A standalone safety products, with nothing similar on the market |
| HIGHLY COMMENDED: | Cheeky Rascals - Fred Screw Fit Clear View Stairgate |
TEXTILES & SOFT ACCESSORIES | |
| WINNER: | MuslinZ Sensory Swaddles |
| Judges’ comments: | Great value, organic and eco-friendly in trending designs |
| HIGHLY COMMENDED: | Kiki & Sebby muslin products |
IN THE NURSERY | |
| WINNER: | Clevamama ClevaPure Salt Lamp and Humidifier |
| Judges’ comments: | A multifunctional night light with holistic benefits |
| HIGHLY COMMENDED: | Vtech Electronics – Leapfrog LF920HD 7” Video Monitor |
BABY ESSENTIALS | |
| WINNER: | Done By Deer - Cozy Lounger with activity arch |
| Judges’ comments: | neutral on trend colours bringing a new dimension to the traditional baby nest |
| HIGHLY COMMENDED: | Ziggle Baby – Cosatto Waterproof Drible Bibs |
TOYS & EDUCATIONAL | |
| WINNER: | Halilit - TAF Toys Newborn Kit |
| Judges’ comments: | numerous developmental elements providing varied activities for babies and at a good price point. |
| HIGHLY COMMENDED: | Infantino - 2-in1 Tummy Time and Seated Support |
CHILD CARRIERS | |
| WINNER: | Infantino – Stay Cool 4-in1 Convertible Carrier |
| Judges’ comments: | Realistically priced 4-in-1 carrier featuring advanced cooling fabrics |
| HIGHLY COMMENDED: | Baby Central – Dreamgeni SnuggleRoo Baby Carrier |
BEST NEW PRODUCT | |
| WINNER: | CHICCO MYSA |
| Judges’ comments: | super-lightweight, easy to use, full of additional features and a good price point |
| HIGHLY COMMENDED: | Cuddle Co – Aria Rattan 7 piece Nursery Set |