Top 3 retailer profiles of 2023

Here we present the most-read retailer profiles of 2023 at Gift Shop® Plus.

Here we present the most-read retailer profiles of 2023 at Gift Shop® Plus.

1. Chalet creates a retail oasis for home, garden shoppers

To say Chalet — a third-generation family business serving Chicago’s North Shore — has evolved since its inception more than a century ago is an understatement.

Outdoor living shines at Chalet in Wilmette, Illinois, as the retailer seamlessly incorporates garden center and gift products in its displays. Photo by Abby McGarry.
Photo by Abby McGarry

2. Making spirits bright: Occasionette shines with holiday displays

If there’s one person who outdoes Santa Claus in their holiday planning, it’s Sara Villari, founder of Occasionette.

Photo courtesy of Occasionette
Photo courtesy of Occasionette

3. Lovely Paperie & Gifts brings curated, sentimental gifting to Cleveland

Kate Fortney Horne knows how to lead a business with heart. She founded Lovely Paperie & Gifts to commemorate life’s biggest moments.

Photo courtesy of Emily Millay Photography
Photo courtesy of Emily Millay Photography




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This year’s outlook is just peachy.The Pantone Color Institute named Peach Fuzz (PANTONE 13-1023) its 2024 Color of the Year, and the hue is already permeating retail. Here we present the latest products adorned in the peachy hue, as well as four complementary hues selected by Pantone for 2024. Read the Spring 2024 Trend Report here: giftshopmag.com/article/spring-2024-trend-report-peach-fuzz-and-its-supporting-cast/📸: Photo courtesy of Mud Pie. ... See MoreSee Less
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