NRF Survey: Valentine’s Day spending reaches record $27.5 billion

Consumers are expected to spend a record $27.5 billion on Valentine’s Day this year, according to the annual survey released by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Prosper Insights & Analytics. The amount is up from... more »

hydra Brands partners with Annabelle Noel Designs

hydra Brands, known for its aromatherapy products that infuse daily routines with joy and serenity, announced a strategic partnership with Annabelle Noel Designs, a leader in innovative product design. This collaboration aims to enhance product... more »

Leading with Heart: Diverse makers that enhance the industry

At the heart of the gift industry are makers with unique stories, products and voices that enrich the market. Retailers know well that the products filling their shelves collectively tell a larger story. When a... more »

Winter 2025 Las Vegas Market solidifies strong comeback across gift, home industries

Las Vegas Market delivered renewed optimism throughout all key categories this winter, with buyers and sellers alike sighting strong order writing, broader resources and industry connections at the west coast’s leading market, Jan. 26-30 at... more »

Las Vegas Market names 6 Best Booth winners for winter 2025

Las Vegas Market has presented “Best Booth” Awards to six Gift & Home temporary exhibitors, recognizing exceptional merchandising and visual design across the 450 brands showcased at the Expo at World Market Center Las Vegas... more »

Shoppe Object, Gift for Life partner for Los Angeles wildfire relief auction

In a continued effort to support those impacted by the devastating wildfires in Southern California, ANDMORE’s Shoppe Object, in partnership with Gift for Life, will host a Los Angeles wildfire relief “chance auction” during the... more »

Las Vegas Market names 7 Winter 2025 Market Snapshot winners

From 40 finalists, Las Vegas Market buyers have selected seven products as “People’s Choice” winners in the Winter 2025 Market Snapshot program: Acora Nightstands by Bernhardt Furniture Company; Black Orchid and Lily Candle by Cereria... more »

Beyond the Cuddle: Guide to the growing plush market

No matter how old you are or where you grew up, chances are you had a favorite plush toy as a child — and that favorite plush was likely more than a toy; it became... more »

Atlanta Market energizes gift and home industries to start 2025

Atlanta Market kicked off ANDMORE’s Winter 2025 shows with renewed energy and optimism, drawing buyers from around the globe to AmericasMart Atlanta from Jan. 14-20. With an 8% increase in attendance to open the week,... more »

Heart on Main Street raises $40,000 to support those impacted by natural disasters

Heart on Main Street announced the success of its largest fundraiser to date, which raised $40,000 to support independent retailers impacted by recent natural disasters. Hosted by The Link Companies, the “Late Night at The... more »