Display Inspirations

Navigating Change

First, I want to heartily thank all of you who called us, wrote in and met us at shows to congratulate us on our one-year anniversary. The response to GIFT SHOP has been phenomenal and... more »

Way to Grow!

Spring is the time for a fresh start and for renewal, and practically nothing says renewal like a makeover. We are overwhelmed by the response to our makeover contest! We received numerous worthy applications, each... more »

Sign Language

Crisp and clean—a sign that actually educates your customer! Remember, your customer will not buy a product if she doesn't know what it is. This clever sign educates and creates enough intrigue about the product... more »

Happy New Year!

The start of a new year is always a clean slate—for new resolutions and new ideas. I hope you had a wonderful and profitable holiday season. With holiday sales winding down, and new inventory lining... more »

Clutter Cured!

There's no getting around it: You just have to stock them. Those small items that add on to sales, or are simply your bread and butter. But if not grouped effectively, small can quickly degenerate... more »

Happy Holidays

Fall is here and Halloween is around the corner, which can only mean one thing—it's time to shift your retail strategies into high gear for the 2006 holiday season! And while you are doing just... more »

Deck the Halls with… Stylish Holiday Decor

Shop windows Since windows act as the store's "mini-billboards" at street level or in the mall passages, they should be made as engaging as possible. Birks & Mayors' windows feature custom-made decorations that can't be... more »

The Road Ahead

The verdict is in—GIFT SHOP is a hit with retailers! Filled with practical business advice, the sneak peek on trends and products, and encouraging stories from retail entrepreneurs, our premier issue reached out and spoke... more »

Fixtures that Work

Tabula Tua Tabula Tua, a tabletop specialty shop in Chicago, creates fixtures out of most things it sells. Tabula TuaChicago, IL773.525.3500TabulaTua.com Here, a wrought iron patio set is used temporarily to showcase the handmade artisan... more »

Passion and Profits

Welcome to the premiere issue of GIFT SHOP! We hope you enjoy reading about the products and trends shaping the gift industry as much as we enjoyed creating this magazine—for you. If you're like the... more »