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Shoppe Object sees successful 2026 NYC winter market

Fresh off an international expansion marked by the launch of its new bi-annual European edition in Paris, Shoppe Object, the premier curated home and gift show, returned to the Starrett-Lehigh Building Feb. 1-3 for its... more »

CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor’s January data shows fourth consecutive monthly gain

Retail sales saw a moderate monthly increase and strong year-over-year gains in January, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, powered by Affinity Solutions, released by NRF. “Consumers demonstrated continued resilience in January, showing moderate spending... more »

K. Hall Studio acquires Homesick BVG from WIN Brands Group

K. Hall Studio, a leader in design-driven home fragrance and personal care, announced the acquisition of Homesick BVG from WIN Brands Group, the parent company of Homesick, a nationally recognized fragrance brand known for its... more »

Reps Are Local Too launches ‘Share the Love’ initiative with 3 appreciation weeks in 2026

Reps Are Local Too announced Share the Love, a new industry-wide initiative designed to celebrate the relationships that power the gift, home and lifestyle industry. The initiative introduces three dedicated appreciation weeks in 2026, inviting... more »

SasSea Wraps introduces Slip-Proof Grip Spiral Hair Ties

SasSea Wraps launched its Slip-Proof Grip Spiral Hair Ties, a patent-pending innovation designed for athletes, adventurers and style-conscious consumers who demand performance without compromise. Engineered to... more »

Record-setting attendance for first Total Home & Gift Market of 2026

The January Total Home & Gift Market at Dallas Market Center welcomed record-setting attendance, with buyers arriving from across the U.S. and internationally, to be the first to see the newest products and showrooms. This... more »

The Whitehurst Co. celebrates 80 years in the gift industry

The Whitehurst Co. announced its 80th anniversary, marking eight decades of excellence, innovation and heartfelt service in the gift industry. Since its founding by Morris and Olga Whitehurst in 1946, the company has grown into... more »

Las Vegas Market Winter 2026 wraps up with strong buyer engagement, thriving industry community

The Winter 2026 edition of Las Vegas Market, held Jan. 25-29 at the World Market Center Las Vegas, wrapped up on a high note, delivering impact across the board. The refreshed branding and updated market... more »

GHTA elects Amy Loewenberg as director of member relations, marketing

The Gift & Home Trade Association (GHTA) board announced Amy Loewenberg will join the association in the newly created role of director of member relations and marketing. In this... more »

Las Vegas Market names Winter 2026 Snapshot People’s Choice, Best Booth Awards winners

From buyer-driven product innovation to standout visual storytelling, Las Vegas Market Winter 2026 spotlighted what’s next across home, gift and lifestyle. Buyers selected five products as Market Snapshot “People’s Choice” winners, while six exhibitors earned... more »