Retailers urge Congress to pass tariff relief legislation

The National Retail Federation (NRF) called on Congress to pass legislation on February 28, 2019 that would require that a process be established to exclude some items from the Trump administration’s tariffs on $200 billion worth... more »

Exclusive lineup of events scheduled for Spring 2019 High Point Market

International Market Centers announced the schedule for IMC-hosted seminars, tours and hospitality offerings for Spring 2019 High Point Market, running April 6 through April 10, 2019. “International Market Centers is delighted to provide a platform... more »

Kickstart Campaign

You tried out a line of goods that just hasn’t panned out like you hoped and now you’re desperate to get those moving out the door. Every brick-and-mortar retailer has likely faced this scenario and... more »

Hotbed of Country

Even people who aren’t country music fans know that Nashville is the center of the universe for the genre. As it has been for decades, any aspiring country musician has to go through Music City,... more »

Lansing Gift Show 2019 offers retailers a place to see what’s new

This year the Lansing Gift Show will be open from March 3 through 5, 2019 at the Lansing Center facility in Lansing, Michigan. For more than 11 years the Lansing Show has become a place... more »

Biggest new product selection for 2019 at Dallas March market

Dallas Market Center presents a once-a-year buying opportunity for retailers during the combined Apparel & Accessories Market + Total Home & Gift Market held March 27 to March 30, 2019. Buyers will find thousands of... more »

The Christmasworld trends for 2019/20

Natural, sustainable and unusual Green is in vogue – at the world’s leading trade fair for festive and seasonal decorations, not only matcha green but also naturalness and sustainability were on trend. Appropriately, the canon... more »

Analytical, creative store layouts lead to maximum profits

Designing your retail store’s interior is both an art and a science that requires artistry, psychological insights and a little bit of testing. How you organize things can tell your brand’s story, create an immersive... more »

A Haitian Narration

There are few things in this world that match the blissful feeling you get from helping a child, in any capacity. I learned that a while ago and was overjoyed to have a chance to... more »

Gift + Stationery 40 Under 40 Awards nominations are underway

Recognizing the Gift + Stationery Industry's next generation of leaders, the 40 Under 40 Awards will honor 40 outstanding individuals who are making great strides in the industry. Submit free nominations by April 1, 2019.... more »