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Norman’s Hallmark expands with new store locations
Norman's Hallmark, an independent owner of Gold Crown Hallmark stores, has expanded its brick-and-mortar footprint with a portfolio of eight additional locations in four states. The strategic acquisition – including Hallmark stores in Freehold, Moorestown... more »
September retail sales increase despite supply chain disruptions
Retail sales increased again in September as worries about the COVID-19 delta variant pushed consumer spending toward merchandise rather than services like dining, entertainment or travel despite supply chain disruptions and inflation, the National Retail... more »
IMC’s Fall 2021 High Point Market offers 70+ exhibitor updates and more
International Market Centers (IMC) is preparing to welcome designers and retailers to its 17 High Point properties with updated resources – including 72 new, relocated and expanded brands – complemented by a full roster of... more »
Spielwarenmesse’s International TrendCommittee focuses on green toys
Sustainability has become a highly significant topic worldwide. The International TrendCommittee for the Spielwarenmesse is similarly devoting its efforts to this development. To highlight the importance of the topic within the toy industry, the 13... more »
Mud Pie helps retailers get a jump on spring and summer orders
Retailers know that planning ahead will be essential for 2022. Solid consumer demand and a backlog of supply chain issues show no signs of waning. Mud Pie is leveraging 30+ years of industry experience, combined... more »
Gift for Life celebrates World Food Day
After the success of Gift for Life’s "Feed the Hungry. Feel the Good." fundraising campaigns during events in 2021, and in honor of World Food Day, Gift for Life has extended its commitment to World... more »
Plivo survey reveals holiday shoppers want to hear from retailers
Plivo, the cloud communications platform that enables businesses to engage with their customers, announced the results of its Holiday Shopping Communications Survey. The survey, conducted online by The Harris Poll on behalf of Plivo, polled... more »
Atlanta Market anticipates strongest market in two years
Atlanta Market is encouraging buyers and sellers to rediscover, reconnect and get inspired this Winter as it plans for the return to a full market experience highlighted by expanded resources and a complete roster of... more »
New wholesale marketplace launching
On Nov. 1, 2021, Brandwise will make live a new one-stop wholesale marketplace called Shop! Gift Shop Plus that brings buyers and suppliers together. Gift Shop Plus’ mission is to help businesses succeed by directly... more »
IMC’s Fall Cash & Carry Market offers immediate buying of merchandise
International Market Centers (IMC) hosts Fall Cash & Carry, Nov. 2-4 at AmericasMart Atlanta, as the final, pre-holiday buying opportunity of the year, allowing buyers immediate buying of merchandise from 300+ gift, home and apparel showrooms and temporary exhibitors in Buildings 1,... more »
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The Pantone Color Institute named Peach Fuzz (PANTONE 13-1023) its 2024 Color of the Year, and the hue is already permeating retail. Here we present the latest products adorned in the peachy hue, as well as four complementary hues selected by Pantone for 2024. Read the Spring 2024 Trend Report here: giftshopmag.com/article/spring-2024-trend-report-peach-fuzz-and-its-supporting-cast/![]()
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📸: Photo courtesy of Mud Pie.
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