Aug 23, 2011
From the Aisles of the NYIGF, Part 1By Becky TyreSpecialtyRetailExpert.com

Twice a year, in January and August, an incredible array of the world’s best home, gift and lifestyle resources gather in Manhattan for the New York International Gift Fair (NYIGF). This August was no exception. Over 35,000 gift industry professionals walked the aisles of the Javits Center and Piers 92 and 94 in search of the latest trends and offerings in gifting and design.

The show gave access to designers, industry leaders, buyers and more than 2800 exhibitors. At the NYIGF, large and small companies traditionally exhibit in 400 product categories ranging from home furnishings, fashion accessories, stationery, pet products and toys to housewares and handmade art.

Over the next few days, I’ll be posting about some of the great booths I came across at the NYIGF.

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