A New Era of Celebration

As seen in Celebrations and Occasions 2025. Celebration once followed a script. Not anymore. For generations, our milestones have followed a predictable rhythm: birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, babies. They’ve given us reasons to gather, to gift... more »

Best of the West: Persimmon Hill

Located along historic Route 66, the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum was founded in 1955 in Oklahoma City with a mission to preserve and interpret the evolving history and culture of the American West.... more »

RAZ Imports to launch North America distribution of Vance Kitira Candle Collection

RAZ Imports, a partner for retailers in the gift and seasonal décor market, announced a new North America distribution partnership with Vance Kitira, makers of the Timber candle collection. Beginning January 2026, RAZ Imports will... more »

Reps Are Local Too, The Boutique Hub create Holiday Gift Guide for independent retailers

Reps Are Local Too partnered with The Boutique Hub to launch a new digital Holiday Gift Guide created exclusively for independent retailers. The guide, which features holiday-ready products from 15 participating rep agencies, was shared... more »

Transpac Brands relocates operations to Virginia

Transpac Brands announced a strategic relocation of its operations and shipping facility from Northern California to Virginia, positioning the company closer to its parent organization, C&F Enterprises. This move marks a significant milestone in the... more »

Wildwood Landing partners with Brooke Burke for January 2026 markets

Wildwood Landing, a brand known for its blend of effortless style, everyday function and planet-friendly design, announced its collaboration with "Dancing With the Stars" celebrity and fitness entrepreneur Brooke Burke for the January 2026 market... more »

Celebration Central: Presley Paige creates celebrations with boldness and whimsy

As seen in Celebrations and Occasions 2025. At Presley Paige in Fayetteville, Arkansas, celebration is a lifestyle. From bold design and playful gifts to her much-loved holiday tradition of “Pinkmas,” owner Maggie Owens has established... more »

CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor’s October data shows ‘continued momentum’ going into holiday season

Retail sales bounced back in October, showing both monthly and year-over-year gains heading into the holiday shopping season, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, powered by Affinity Solutions, released by the National Retail Federation (NRF).... more »

With shelves stocked, imports should see slowdown in November and December

With tariff uncertainty continuing but most holiday merchandise already in stores or warehouses, import cargo volume at the nation’s major container ports should see its usual end-of-year slowdown in November and December, according to the Global... more »

Sara Miller London, carol & frank collab ahead of January markets

Internationally acclaimed British designer Sara Miller London is partnering with American lifestyle brand carol & frank, part of C&F Enterprises, to launch a new line of... more »