Holiday Shopping

One of a Kind Holiday Show returns to The Mart in December

One of a Kind Holiday Show returns to The Mart from Dec. 5-8, 2019, with more than 600 talented artists and makers. The One of a Kind Show, held two times per year in Chicago at... more »

Christmasworld emphasizes holiday trends

The shopping season countdown has begun. At Christmasworld 2019, four worlds were showcased that described the four major trend scenarios for the up-coming festive season: Tender Festivities, Essential Ceremonies, Sweet Traditions and Luminous Celebrations.  What... more »

2019 Holiday Gift Ideas Retailing Between $30 and $50

These product finds may help you create an array of gift ideas and solutions for your customers this holiday shopping season. For more information on products seen here, visit our online Reader Service. Mud Pie Warm Wishes... more »

2019 Holiday Gifts That Retail for Over $50

These product finds may help you create an array of gift ideas and solutions for your customers this holiday shopping season. For more information on products seen here, visit our online Reader Service. Mud Pie Woven Tassel... more »

2019 Holiday Gift Ideas Retailing Between $15 to $30

These product finds may help you create an array of gift ideas and solutions for your customers this holiday shopping season. For more information on products seen here, visit our online Reader Service. Mud Pie Raffia... more »

Holiday Gifts Retailing for Under $15

These holiday products may help you create an array of gift ideas and solutions for your customers this holiday shopping season. For more information on any of the products shown here, visit our online Reader... more »

Mother’s Day expected to deliver highest consumer spending to date

Mother’s Day spending is expected to total a record $25 billion this year, up from $23.1 billion in 2018, according to the annual survey released today by the National Retail Federation (NRF). A total 84... more »

Young adults most likely to spend more this holiday season

Holiday shopping is in full swing and consumers still have a lot more spending to do as they check off every item on their holiday wish list, according to a new consumer sentiment survey released today... more »