Core Insights - The Children's Place, Inc. announces a collaboration between Gymboree and New York City Ballet, launching a limited-edition collection inspired by George Balanchine's The Nutcracker® for the holiday season [1][2] - The collection aims to blend Gymboree's design heritage with the iconic story of The Nutcracker, offering families a beautifully crafted selection that enhances holiday celebrations [2][3] Company Overview - The Children's Place is the largest pure-play children's specialty retailer in North America, operating an omni-channel portfolio and a digital-first model, with 494 stores in North America and distribution in 12 countries [5] - The company designs and sells fashionable, high-quality children's clothing under its proprietary brands, including Gymboree [5] Collaboration Details - The New York City Ballet by Gymboree Holiday 2025 Collection features designs inspired by the ballet's costumes, characters, and color palettes, transforming ballet artistry into ready-to-wear items [2][3] - Highlights of the collection include an Embroidered Nutcracker Sweater Tutu Dress, an Embroidered Nutcracker Sweater, and Nutcracker Flannel Pajamas, all designed to evoke the spirit of the holiday season [6]