Jan 14, 2012

Fresh, Original New Products and Unique New Lines Debut at the Merchandise Mart’s Chicago Market

Hundreds of new products and unique new lines will debut at the much-awaited Chicago Market at the iconic Merchandise Mart. Retail buyers will find new twists on the most important on-trend categories and will discover the largest selection of unique concepts all conveniently located under one roof. This world-class market known for their Midwest hospitality will offer retail buyers an extraordinary line-up from new and established resources.

Once buyers arrive at the Merchandise Mart, they will be impressed with the array and variety of product categories represented, including gift, seasonal, fashion accessories, jewelry, home décor, tabletop, stationery, plush, baby & kids, handmade, and so much more. Buyers from high profile department and specialty stores, hotels, day spas, museum gift shops, and scores of others will converge upon the Merchandise Mart’s hundreds of permanent showrooms and temporary exhibitors in search of the next, newest, most unique money-makers.

“We have so many new lines debuting this Market, optimism is extremely high,” said Mark Furlet, vice president gift+ home, Chicago Merchandise Mart. “Providing our retail buyers the unique resources to fuel their business is the reason the Market exists, we are proud to play such an important role.”

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

The Salem Collection:
Max Bentley’s Rusty Blades, Suite 13-100 Seasonal products at their best, the Salem Collection is back. Max Bentley’s Rusty Blades is the exclusive and only representative in the country and will be exclusively servicing customers in 14 Midwest states. New products will debut at Market. www.thesalemcollection.com

elizabeth W:
Samuelson Associates, Suite 13-429 The innovative San Francisco brand of the niche perfumery launches its exquisite new collections for bath, body, this month. The full product range includes Eau de Parfum, Bath & Body, Candles & Diffusers, Travel Accessories, and Relaxation Products. The Company is named after owner-architect Albert Nichols’ great grandmother, Elizabeth Wrightman. www.elizabethw.com

SNÖ Sweden:
Modern Age Representatives, Suite 13-504 SNÖ of Sweden, unique jewelry welcomes the discriminate buyer who indulges in class, quality and beauty. From the hand crafted semi-precious stones such as pearls and black onyx, born are the unique fashion statements of SNÖ of Sweden. The company is new to Market and new to the Merchandise Mart. Swedish cocktails & hors d’oeuvres served on Sat (Jan 21, 2012) from 4:00 until 8:00pm. www.kingo.ca

mywalit:
White Ginger, Suite 14-101 mywalit, established in 2005 and based in Italy offers colorful leather handbags, wallets, office organizers, laptop cases and accessories. They have colorful wallets, fun wallets, and wallets that are a purereflection of you. They have been designed for the many roles in life. They are practical, functional and have been designed with eclectic personalities in mind. www.mywalit.com

Home Comforts/Jelly Bean:
Samuelson Associates, Suite 13-429 Like having art for your floor, these trendy accent rugs are created for use inside or outside. Many well-known artists and designers contribute their work to this collection of rugs. A special patented design allows twisted poly-blend yarns in a hooked construction which won’t pick or pull and will not fade. This is a great functional gift for just about anyone. www.homecomfortrugs.com

C&F Enterprises:
and! Sales, Suite 1420
C&F brings artist-designed, quality fabric and home décor to specialty retailers. Offered at competitive prices, C&F helps their customers add style and beauty to the home of their customers at good price points while maintaining quality and value. www.cnfei.com

Art Studio Company, Tikka:
DNA, Suite 1426
Art Studio travels the world bringing customers socially conscious hand crafted fashion accessories. The company focus is on the highest quality, earth friendly materials and workmanship. All Tikka! Line products are made in small villages and benefit local people of these communities. Embroidered leather bag and a new recycled sari line will debut at Market. www.artstudiocompany.com

EDITOR’S NOTE: to access the complete list of lines, showrooms and exhibitors please visit our press room: http://www.shopchicagomarket.com/shopchicagomarket/index.cfm/press/

THE CHICAGO WINTER MARKET DAYS AND HOURS
Thursday, January 19 – Friday, January 20
Showrooms: 9 am – 6 pm | Floors 13, 14
Saturday, January 21 – SHOP LATE NIGHT
Showrooms: 9 am – 8 pm | Floors 13, 14
Temporaries and Beckman’s Handcrafted Show: 9 am – 6 pm | Floor 8
Sunday, January 22 – Monday, January 23
Showrooms: 9 am – 6 pm | Floors 13, 14
Temporaries and Beckman’s Handcrafted Show: 9 am – 6 pm | Floor 8
Tuesday, January 24
Showrooms: 9 am – 6 pm | Floors 13, 14
Temporaries and Beckman’s Handcrafted Show: 9 am – 3 pm | Floor 8
Wednesday, January 25
Showrooms: 9 am – 5 pm | Floors 13, 14

THE CHICAGO SPRING MARKET
March 25-27, 2012
unning in conjunction with STYLEMAX and The National Bridal Market Chicago

THE CHICAGO SUMMER MARKET
Showrooms: July 19–25
Temporaries & Beckman’s Handcrafted Show: July 21–24

THE CHICAGO FALL MARKET
September 21-23, 2012
unning in conjunction with The International Casual Furniture and Accessories Market

Note: Dates are subject to change, please check www.shopchicagomarket.com for up to date calendars

The Chicago Market: is a trademark of Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. (MMPI). Beckman’s Handcrafted Show™ is a registered trademark of MMPI. The Chicago Market is a quarterly wholesale tradeshow designed for store owners, retail buyers and designers. The market offers a wide array of quality products ranging from home accents and furniture to handcrafted to collectible items, holiday, baby/children’s product, gourmet and more. The Chicago Merchandise Mart is located at 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza, Chicago, IL 60654. For more information call 800.677.6278 (MART) or visitwww.shopchicagomarket.com.

Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. (MMPI) is a trade show and property management firm, specializing in managing buildings devoted to wholesale showrooms and commercial office space. MMPI produces more than 300 trade shows, market events and conferences each year. MMPI manages The Merchandise Mart ; the Architects & Designers Building and 7 W New York in New York; the Boston Design Center in Boston; the L.A. Mart in Los Angeles; and the Washington Design Center in Washington D.C.

Vornado Realty Trust, owners of Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. (MMPI), based in New York City, is a fully integrated equity real estate investment trust. Vornado’s common shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange and are traded under the symbol VNO.