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Toy Fair 2018: Here are all the details on what to do, see
The hottest new toys, games, and youth entertainment products will come to life this weekend when the 115thNorth American International Toy Fair — the largest toy show in the Western Hemisphere — opens its doors... more »
Majority shareholding in American Greetings sold to Clayton Dubilier & Rice
In what constitutes the biggest news in the global greeting card world for decades, the majority shareholding in American Greetings, the parent company of UK Greetings, has been sold to US investment company, Clayton Dubilier... more »
January retail sales continue strong after holidays
An improving economy kept January retail sales nearly as good as the holiday season’s strong showing – dropping only 0.26 percent seasonally adjusted from December – and fueled a healthy 5.4 percent increase year-over year,... more »
Niche Fair to announce Top Shop winners in Live Lounge
Recognizing the innovation of shopkeepers, the Niche Fair Top Shop Awards honor shopkeepers excelling in creativity and innovation in the gift and home industry. Nominations are accepted through February 15th. Awards will be given... more »
Rocky Mountain Gift Show highlights seven ‘outstanding new exhibitors’
Temporary exhibitor booths sold out for the combined Rocky Mountain Gift Show and Denver Apparel & Accessory Market. New exhibitors account for almost 20% of the show plus an array of new lines represented in... more »
“Best New Product” winners announced at NY NOW Winter 2018 Market
Winners of the “Best New Product” Awards were announced last night at NY NOW, the Market for Home, Lifestyle + Gift. NY NOW’s “Best New... more »
Winter Las Vegas Market sees robust attendance gains
Las Vegas Market has announced that a record number of both buyers and suppliers reported extensive order writing and extraordinary levels of energy and enthusiasm at the just-concluded Winter 2018 Las Vegas Market, Jan. 28... more »
Seattle Gift Show brings new Artisan Alley, expanded handcrafted resources to Pacific Northwest Retailers
The January 20-23, 2018 Seattle Gift Show welcomed retailers from throughout the Pacific Northwest region with a brand new Artisan Alley Showcase, expanded Makers’ Market section, Urban Craft Uprising Pavilion and even more new souvenir/resort,... more »
Las Vegas Market, Houseware Design Awards big hit this winter
This winter's Las Vegas Market was nothing short of incredibly inspiring. From simply a product standpoint, there were so many new items and collections that were on point, trend-wise. These are some of our favorite... more »
NY NOW spotlights creativity and innovation across home, lifestyle and handmade
Beginning this weekend at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City, NY NOW gives buyers and shop owners the opportunity to discover amazing finds from around the world. Featuring staggered show hours... more »
Eight retail trends to watch in 2018
The year 2017 was one of the newsiest and noisiest retail years on record. It will be remembered as the year retail evolved and changed forever. We will remember it as the year that experiential... more »
Children’s, juvenile product trends set to make their mark on NY NOW
When it comes to products for babies, children and their families, NY NOW®, the Market for Home, Lifestyle + Gift, offers modern and stylish, yet functional, options that are the perfect additions to any buyer’s shopping list.... more »
