Oct 29, 2008

Wholesale Show Returns to 7W NY

(NEW YORK, NY) — This January 23-29, 7 W New York Gift & Home Textiles Market Week will become the ultimate shopping destination for thousands of retailers across the country with unmatched product resources and amenities.

In addition to an extensive directory of gift, home and textile showrooms, in-suite events and receptions, 7 W will be treating its visitors to its own assortment of themed parties, extended shopping hours, giveaways, and complimentary amenities and services throughout the week.

To make a trip to 7 W even more enticing, 7 W is pleased to announce the return of the popular One of a Kind Wholesale Show NYC. After a well-received debut last summer, the One of a Kind Wholesale Show will return to the 11th floor Market Suites at 7 W from January 24–27 and will feature original work from a juried selection of top artists, artisans and designers. From experimental metal sculptures to delicate and ornate pieces of glassware, the One of a Kind Wholesale Show will feature limited edition collections hand-crafted to perfection that will complement the range of giftware and home accessories buyers will find throughout the building.

According to Chris Collins, vice president and general manager, 7 W New York, “All of us at 7 W pride ourselves on being a solution to the current challenges facing our tenants, exhibitors and attendees. We are continually working to enhance our offerings and make 7W a highly valuable experience for all of our partners. We see the winter market as the most significant opportunity to date and expect that our efforts and the efforts of our tenants and exhibitors will result in a very successful show and strong start to 2009.”

Lisa Simonian, vice president of marketing for the One of a Kind Wholesale Show, adds, “We are thrilled to again be a part pf the vibrant New York Market. For the winter show, we are working on an exhibitor mix that will include key returning artisans as well as exciting new-comers.”

For more information about the program, showrooms and transportation, log onto www.7wnewyork.com.