Heart on Main Street introduces Disaster Relief Jumpstart Program for retailers

Heart on Main Street is a non-profit organization supporting independent retailers that is now rolling out a Disaster Relief Jumpstart Program. This initiative, developed in partnership with a group of vendors, aims to provide essential... more »

NRF: Retail sales rise sharply in July

Retail sales reversed their downward trend in July as Amazon Prime Day and major promotions by other brands prompted increased shopping while wage increases gave consumers more money to spend, the National Retail Federation said.... more »

RedlineXpo launches souvenir, gift and resort show

RedlineXpo, a producer of trade shows and conferences, introduced a new souvenir, gift and resort show: The Reunion. Based in Las Vegas, the new expo aims to provide retail buyers the chance to browse hundreds... more »

Mobile boutique debuts with holiday presence, fresh Christmas trees

Joshua Tree, California, is a great place to visit in the winter — mild temperatures, stunning landscapes, desert flora and fauna, and the unique and distinctive Joshua Tree. The one thing it was missing was... more »

Atlanta Apparel and Formal Markets see increased sourcing

ANDMORE’s overlapping August markets — Atlanta Apparel and Formal Markets, July 31–Aug. 5 at AmericasMart Atlanta — reflected healthy buying across contemporary, children’s, bridal and prom categories, with an increased number of buyers and brands... more »

Gift Sales Manager Association to host virtual conference this October

The Gift Sales Manager Association (GSMA) will host its 2023 virtual conference Oct. 24-26 via Zoom. It will be a three-day event from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. EST each day. Some topics and guests... more »

Dallas Market Center sets dates for Apparel & Accessories Markets through 2026

Dallas Market Center has announced dates for its Apparel & Accessories Markets through 2026. For apparel and accessories buyers and exhibitors, the updated calendar will mean the ability to plan ahead for future shows in Dallas.... more »

Aurora World partners with SmileyWorld

Aurora World has partnered with SmileyWorld, where Aurora will produce and distribute SmileyWorld plush products with its famous emoticons. Into 2024, Aurora will be introducing a full line of plush products incorporating the SmileyWorld emoticons,... more »

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. Villari founded Occasionette in 2013 in South Philadelphia when... more »

Dallas Apparel & Accessories Market to welcome buyers this month

The August Dallas Apparel & Accessories Market will welcome thousands of retailers for the upcoming season Aug. 22-25 at Dallas Market Center. The show will include more trending contemporary apparel brands as well as an... more »