Jan 21, 2011

New Suites Debut in 2011 at 7 W

New York, NY – As the year begins, 7 W 34th Street is pleased to announce the opening of seven new and / or expanded suites, several of which will launch during the upcoming market.  Products offered will include everything from home textiles, bath and kitchen accessories, retail design concepts, tabletop, eco-friendly objects d’art, fashion and accessory items and more. These new and expanded showrooms will add yet one more layer of excellence to 7 W’s already stellar tenant list.

According to Chris Collins, vp and general manager, 7 W New York, “We continue to strengthen our diverse tenant base offering NY Gift Week attendees unique products from resources that can only be found at 7 W.  This unique and eclectic position continues to be what makes a visit to 7 W an experience for the attendee that cannot be found at any other market in the country.”

The new and expanded suites include:

Milagros Imports (920) specializes in stylish boudoir slippers, comfortable indoor/outdoor and casual travel slipper-shoes, sandals, luxurious cashmere and angora socks and cozies. In addition, Milagros offers a line of spa products including therapeutic booties, aromatherapy eye masks, gift sets, robes and wraps which contribute to the wellness of women. Their registered trademarks, Betta®, Betta® Spa, I. Luisa Torres® and Sole Saviors®, offer a large selection of distinctive items dedicated to pampering. Irene-Luisa Torres, who designs all Milagros’ products, holds true to the company’s mission to supply women with ever-evolving fashionable products made of premium materials and boasting superb workmanship—all designed with comfort in mind. Launching in 2011, Milagros will offer American hand-made luxury scarves that are hand painted or richly embellished and made of silk and other fine natural fibers. www.facebook.com/pages/I-Luisa-Torres/119485464747770

Depeche Mode (843) Making its debut at 7 W, Depeche Mode’s collections are always up to date as new items arrive on a regular basis. Offerings include fashion jewelry, cold weather and fashion scarves, handbags, wallets, novelties and hair accessories. CEO Charles Mans says, “We are so excited to be a part of 7 W’s stable of showrooms.  We feel it will be a great place for us to do business.”

Megavision (839) Megavision is a full service resource for the entire process of developing retail and hospitality interiors – from initial concept to the manufacture and installation of architecture, millwork, perimeter fixturing, casework and loose fixture packages. The company has extensive manufacturing capabilities and can act as general contractor and co-ordinate build-outs nation-wide—including all interior construction. A specialist in custom projects, Megavision has also developed its own wide range of fixtures available for sale. www.megavisioninc.com

Spruce (822) Spruce’s new expanded showroom offers an enhanced buying experience. Spruce specializes in decorative accessories for the home, garden and visual industry. According to representative Janette Wright Greenberg “The new expanded showroom allows us the luxury of displaying our lines in a realistic space setting, where you’ll get a true feeling for the size and proportion of each of the elements.” Custom designs, colors and textures can be sourced and produced. With a myriad of gorgeous product, Spruce is a great resource for any setting in need of a design boost. They will host a wine and cheese party Monday, January 31st during Gift & Home Textiles Market Week www.sprucevisual.com, www.rjsglobalresource.com

EcoArts (739) This newly expanded suite features products made from recycled, reused or reduced materials. Even the simplest objects have a rich cultural background as techniques used in their manufacture have been passed on from generation to generation. Offerings include decorative pieces, art objects and accessories. The most popular materials are glass, wood, banana leaves and soap-stone. All items are organic and stylish as well. To toast the expanded showroom, caipirinhas will be on offer and a live Bossa Nova band will provide great music on Saturday, January 29th and Monday, January 31st after 2:00 PM. www.ecoarts.biz,www.facebook.com/pages/Ecoarts-Brazilian-Ecological-Handmade-Beauties/165444068300, twitter:@ecoartsbrazil

Rizzy Home (733) A premier manufacturer of tabletop, bedding, area rugs, decorative pillows and throws, Rizzy Home licenses Waverly area rugs and Laura Fair bedding. This new suite’s constantly expanding product line features items imbued with great quality, style and value. Mark Ferullo, vice president, remarks, “We are extremely excited to be part of the 7 W gallery of showrooms. We feel our product mix, manufacturing capabilities and local distribution will be a benefit as retailers are looking to create programs that will capitalize on our vertically integrated facilities.  Our factories in India and our warehouse in Georgia are designed to provide outstanding service and diverse programs that are in demand from the retailers.  Quality, fashion and value are main ingredients of our product offerings.” The company will be celebrating their opening during Gift & Home Textiles Market Week. www.rizzyhome.com, www.facebook.com/RizzyHome/166504280043446

Harman Inc. (711) Now boasting a newly expanded suite, this purveyor of today’s freshest lifestyle, bath, kitchen and home textile products offers something for everyone. The company’s focus is on developing new and innovative products that work in today’s retail environment and offering the latest trends and fashions at affordable prices. With new merchandise introduced twice yearly, there will always be a reason to visit. Harman will have an event to celebrate the new showroom on Monday evening, January 31st. www.harmaninc.com

Besides the addition of new suites, the first-class buying experience at 7 W New York will include many gift week-focused special events and amenities. For complete and continually updated information about 7 W New York, attendees can visit www.7wnewyork.com. 7 W can also be found on Facebook and Twitter.

7 W NEW YORK™ is a wholesale mart building, catering to the buyers of Home Décor, Table Top, Giftware, Textiles, Decorative Accessories, Fine Arts and related industries. Located at 7 W 34th Street, its daily hours of operation are Monday through Friday, from 9 am to 5 pm with extended hours during special market weeks.  7 W New York is a trademark of Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. (MMPI).

MMPI is the world’s leading owner and operator of showroom buildings and trade show facilities, bringing buyers and sellers together in more than 300 market events, trade and consumer shows and conferences each year.

MMPI manages The Merchandise Mart and 350 West Mart Center in Chicago; Market Square, the Suites at Market Square, Hamilton Market, Plaza Suites, Furniture Plaza and the National Furniture Mart in High Point, N.C.; the Architects & Designers Building and 7 W New York in New York; the Boston Design Center in Boston; the L.A. Mart in Los Angeles; and the Washington Design Center and Federal Center Southwest in Washington D.C.

VORNADO REALTY TRUST, owners of MMPI, based in New York City, is a fully integrated equity real estate investment trust. Vornado’s common shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange and are traded under the symbol VNO.