Strong order-writing reported at Atlanta Apparel

Atlanta Apparel’s February 2024 market kicked off the buying year with reports of strong order-writing, supplemented by well-attended market events, alongside the newly-designed Floor 5 buyer resource hub, during the Feb. 6-9 market at AmericasMart... more »

Shoppe Object: The New Look

I had a true adventure exploring the largest and best attended Shoppe Object to date in its expanded downtown digs. Here I’m all ready to kick off my sensational, sustainable stroll at the light-filled Skylight... more »

NY NOW: The Show of the Century!

What a treat to have experienced the centennial of NY NOW! Inspiring, intriguing design lined the aisles for the 100th time, literally. In the finest tradition of this market, the amount of fresh design was... more »

ANDMORE at High Point Market delivers sourcing, programming in spring 2024

ANDMORE at High Point Market brings buyers exclusive programming and trendsetting sourcing for the spring 2024 edition, running April 13-17. ANDMORE’s 17 Downtown High Point properties will feature more than 1,000 permanent showrooms and temporary... more »

Formal Markets bring updated resources to Atlanta

Formal Markets in Atlanta showcases its full collection of bridal, formal and social occasion resources for its first buying event of the year, with expanded educational opportunities, hallmark fashion events and amenities, April 9-11 at... more »

February 2024 Shoppe Object cites record-breaking growth

Shoppe Object has concluded its winter 2024 edition, marking a milestone in its journey of growth, according to show executives. With an expanded footprint that included both Pier 36 and the newly added venue at... more »

GSMA Annual Conference 2024 returns in person this spring

The Gift Sales Manager Association (GSMA) will return to in-person events with the GSMA Annual Conference 2024, slated to take place in Kansas City, Missouri. After navigating the challenges of the virtual landscape during the... more »

Dallas Market Center to launch Nearshoring America trade show

Dallas Market Center launched Nearshoring America, a new international expo and support services designed to explore and facilitate nearshoring production services for gift, home furnishings and fashion accessories companies. Nearshoring America EXPO, to take place... more »

January 2024 retail sales signal strong start to the year

Retail sales showed a strong beginning for the year in January, nearly matching December’s busy holiday spending and rising significantly year over year, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor. Total January 2024 retail sales, excluding... more »

A Sense of Belonging: Four makers forge an industry path forward

The evidence is clear: Diversity helps businesses thrive. Diversity is crucial in every industry as it contributes to better conversation, employee participation and decision-making. In fact, diverse teams (made up of a range of ages,... more »