Features

Harvest & Halloween: 2024 décor exudes warmth, whimsy

Each year as the temperatures start to cool, homeowners begin decorating for fall — first in a cozy way to usher in the... more »

Meet the Maker: Sara Fitzgerald O’Brien

In the gift and stationery space, the 21st century is all about redefining once-established roles. These days, retailers commonly release branded merchandise in the tradition... more »

Green-Living Essentials: Companies launch eco-conscious collections

For years, discussions have swirled around sustainability and how to implement small changes that have a big impact on the planet. Many consumers strive toward goals of recycling more and producing less waste. Eco-minded companies... more »

Finding Joy in the Everyday: Océanne empowers women through bold, curated merchandise

Anne Harrill founded Océanne, in part, to regain her voice... more »

From the Editor: New Ventures

This issue's column is a bittersweet one to write. Julie McCallum Packard has been at the helm of Gift Shop® Plus since Great American Media Services (GAMS), the publishing company she co-founded, acquired the publication... more »

Spring 2024 Trend Report: Peach Fuzz and its supporting cast

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. Peach Fuzz is a nurturing, velvety and... more »

From the Editor: The Guide 2024 debuts

The retail industry is always evolving. At Gift Shop® Plus and Stationery Trends, we strive to monitor all the trends — design trends, buying trends, economic... more »

New Law Alert: Beneficial Owner Information Reporting

In 2021, Congress passed a law called the Corporate Transparency Act. This law creates new requirements for someone classified as a beneficial owner to report certain information to the U.S. government. The law was created... more »