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Trend expert shares latest lifestyle trends at 2019 International Home + Housewares Show
"People aren't buying objects, they're buying experiences," said consumer trend expert Tom Mirabile. We’re now in a consumer-centric period of retail where the consumer is in control, said Tom Mirabile, trend expert for the International... more »
The 34th HKTDC Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair welcomes over 4,300 worldwide exhibitors
The 34th HKTDC Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair will be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from April 27 through 30, 2019. This event is co-organized by the Hong Kong Trade... more »
Retailers and shoppers are counting down to March 17
In an article on February 28, 2019 by Katherine Cullen, director of industry and consumer insights at National Retail Federation (NRF), shopping trends leading up to the celebratory St. Patrick's Day were discussed. Cullen noted... more »
LA Mart shifts 2020 date pattern for both its major gift and home markets
On March 1, 2019 LA Mart announced a strategic shift of its January and July Market dates for 2020. LA Mart’s 2020 Winter Market will move to Thursday, January 9 through Monday, January 13, 2020... more »
Retailers urge Congress to pass tariff relief legislation
The National Retail Federation (NRF) called on Congress to pass legislation on February 28, 2019 that would require that a process be established to exclude some items from the Trump administration’s tariffs on $200 billion worth... more »
Exclusive lineup of events scheduled for Spring 2019 High Point Market
International Market Centers announced the schedule for IMC-hosted seminars, tours and hospitality offerings for Spring 2019 High Point Market, running April 6 through April 10, 2019. “International Market Centers is delighted to provide a platform... more »
Lansing Gift Show 2019 offers retailers a place to see what’s new
This year the Lansing Gift Show will be open from March 3 through 5, 2019 at the Lansing Center facility in Lansing, Michigan. For more than 11 years the Lansing Show has become a place... more »
Biggest new product selection for 2019 at Dallas March market
Dallas Market Center presents a once-a-year buying opportunity for retailers during the combined Apparel & Accessories Market + Total Home & Gift Market held March 27 to March 30, 2019. Buyers will find thousands of... more »
The Christmasworld trends for 2019/20
Natural, sustainable and unusual Green is in vogue – at the world’s leading trade fair for festive and seasonal decorations, not only matcha green but also naturalness and sustainability were on trend. Appropriately, the canon... more »
Gift + Stationery 40 Under 40 Awards nominations are underway
Recognizing the Gift + Stationery Industry's next generation of leaders, the 40 Under 40 Awards will honor 40 outstanding individuals who are making great strides in the industry. Submit free nominations by April 1, 2019.... more »
Gift, gourmet gains continue at Las Vegas Market
Las Vegas Market, produced by International Market Centers, L.P. (IMC), announced that a dozen gift and gourmet tenants are upping their commitment to the Market with more than 10,000 square feet of relocated, expanded and... more »
MinneapolisMART opens March 8
MinneapolisMART will be held from March 8 through March 12, 2019. Each year this market features six markets in March and August, and one wholesale temporary show in March. This year's show is open from 9:00... more »
