Make It Yours: Fall 2024 Lookbook

Consumers love to bring a piece of their travels home with them — or make a gift extra special for someone they love. These customizable products add to any home while also being a keepsake... more »

Editor’s Picks: Birthdays Galore

Celebrate peak birthday season — July through October — with effervescent, colorful finds selected by Carly McFadden, editorial director. 1. Time To Celebrate Pot Holder & Oven Mitt from Totalee Gift 2. Furoshiki Fabric Giftwrap... more »

Previewing can’t-miss products at Shoppe High Point

Shoppe High Point officially launches Oct. 14-17, at the Fall 2023 High Point Market. Mirroring the vibe and verve of Shoppe Object New York, the High Point edition will aim to showcase artisan-quality and design-led... more »

It’s a Colorful Life

Bold or calming, colors have the power to influence our moods and inspire creativity. The playful, fun aesthetic of '90s nostalgia harkens back to the postmodern Memphis Design movement of the '80s. These reemerging color... more »

Sun-sational

As seen in Waterfront Living 2022. Winter, spring, summer or fall, merchandise can reflect the love of time outside, on the water, or nature as a whole. Gift shops have the opportunity to provide shoppers... more »

Family Time

As seen in Holiday Shop 2022. The pandemic brought families together, creating a space for bonding opportunities, such as playing games and puzzles. The ripple effects of that time spent with family mean that more... more »

Style Guide

Defining style is like describing a fluffy cloud – it’s going to look different to everyone. But being aware of popular styles will help you hone in on the colors, textures and motifs that your... more »

Cozy Comfort

Overall consumers are embracing a comfortable, cozy feel with a neutral approach for pillow and throws. Yet, there is still a definite nod to the essence of the natural world in terms of patterns and... more »

Apparel & Accessories Lookbook 2022

Apparel and accessories are always a popular category for consumers, yet there are some key trends remaining through 2022. Comfort and accessories, beyond the basic, and styles for kids that make a statement are some... more »

Spontaneous Inclinations

Retail basics seem to work best when it comes to impulse-gift options — it’s about the item, its location and its price. Shoppers gravitate towards products that “speak” to them or provide a gift-giving solution,... more »