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It’s 2022 and in-person shows are happening again, but that doesn’t mean the digital offerings are going away any time soon, if anything the digital options are increasing. This year, physical markets kick off in January with Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, Atlanta Market, Seattle Mart, Surf Expo, LA Mart, Las Vegas Market, Minneapolis Mart, Philadelphia Gift Show and others.
“Being the first market of the year is critical for buyers who want the opportunity to see it first and place orders first. We’re expecting another record show of buyers making the decision to come to Dallas to discover the widest array of new products first,” Cindy Morris, president and CEO, Dallas Market Center, said.
“IMC is primed to kickstart the 2022 retail year with omnichannel sourcing opportunities that can’t be beat,” said Bob Maricich, CEO for IMC. “Atlanta Market and Las Vegas Market offer an unmatched depth and breadth of resources – including innovative newcomers and customer-favorite brands – plus business-building programming and engaging amenities all in person.”
February and March are also filled with buying opportunities. February Atlanta Apparel, The International Fashion Jewelry & Accessories Show, NY NOW, and Toy Fair New York are markets that all offer plenty of inspiration and buying opportunities.
If traveling to markets isn’t on your agenda, digital markets are available 24/7. Faire, JuniperMarket, MarketTime (formerly known as Brandwise), NY NOW Digital Market and Shoppe Online are some of the year- round online buying platforms buyers can explore.
“The newly launched JuniperMarket offers top brands and best-sellers available anytime and everywhere. With these powerhouse sourcing opportunities, we are excited to welcome the gift industry from coast to coast to discover what’s next this January,” said Maricich.
“MarketTime powers over 300 unique shopping experiences with agencies, brands and associations across North America, enabling trusted networks to conduct commerce more efficiently. These marketplaces offer buyers over 20 million products and the opportunity to work with more than 6000 expert salespeople. Check out markettime.com/marketplaceresources to learn more,” said Chris Happ, CEO for MarketTime (formerly Brandwise).
“After launching across 15 markets in Europe and the U.K. this year, we empowered customers on the Faire platform to shop from thousands of discounted global brands at our first-ever global trade show, Faire Summer Market. Next year, we’re thrilled to bring back Faire Winter Market, returning February 1-5, 2022 as a global event where retailers can secure increased discounts on European brands as well as free shipping and import duties,” a Faire spokesperson shared.
Sourcing products is exciting, no matter how it is accomplished. Here’s a roundup of some inspirational finds for you to peruse ahead of your buying adventure.
Indoor/Outdoor Pillows by Kate Nelligan | Peking Handicraft
Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, Atlanta Market, Las Vegas Market, JuniperMarket
Handed By Brand SOHO Bag | 3 Kids Kompany
Atlanta Market
Ski Rental/Boot Rental Frame | Melrose International
Dallas Total Home + Gift Market, Atlanta Market, Las Vegas Market.
Cottage Cloche Boxed Notecards | The Gift Wrap Company
My Grandkids Have Paws Dirty Paws Boa | DEMDACO
Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, Atlanta Market, Las Vegas Market
Cactus Leather Apple Watch Band | KEVA Style
Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, Atlanta Market
Utility Tote | Simply Southern
Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, Atlanta Market
Heroic Windbell, Large | Woodstock Chimes
Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, Atlanta Market, Las Vegas Market
12 Days of Candles | Northern Lights Candles
Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, Atlanta Market, Seattle Market, Las Vegas Market, Minneapolis Market, Faire
Bolga Wall Fan Hangings | Acacia Creations
Faire
Marker Board |P. Graham Dunn
Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, Atlanta Market, Las Vegas Market
Washed Metal Sunflower & Bee Watering Can |The Hearthside Collection
Atlanta Market
Cards by Shari Jenkins | Leanin’ Tree
Las Vegas Market
Watering Can Plant Parent Collection | Primitives by Kathy
Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, Atlanta Market, Las Vegas Market