holidays

From North Pole to Main Street: Holiday trends for 2026

In this industry, holiday is always top of mind. As retailers unstring lights and pack away the last of their festive décor, their attention shifts immediately to the seasons ahead — and holiday 2026 is... more »

Transpac Brands unveils thousands of new products at January markets

Transpac Brands introduced an expansive lineup of thousands of new products debuting this January Market season across Dallas, Atlanta, and Las Vegas. The new launches... more »

The Whitehurst Co. unveils 2026 holiday collection created by Eddie Ross

The Whitehurst Co., a leader in holiday décor and collectibles, announced the 2026 launch of its newest product line. Debuting at Atlanta AmericasMart, lifestyle expert,... more »

Thanksgiving weekend draws a record 203M shoppers

A record 202.9 million consumers shopped during the five-day holiday weekend from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday, according to the annual consumer survey released today by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Prosper Insights &... more »

Reps Are Local Too, The Boutique Hub create Holiday Gift Guide for independent retailers

Reps Are Local Too partnered with The Boutique Hub to launch a new digital Holiday Gift Guide created exclusively for independent retailers. The guide, which features holiday-ready products from 15 participating rep agencies, was shared... more »

NRF: 2025 holiday retail sales to surpass $1 trillion for the first time

In its annual holiday forecast, the National Retail Federation (NRF) predicts retail sales in November and December will grow between 3.7% and 4.2% over 2024. That translates to total 2025 holiday retail sales between $1.01... more »

Jewish Together releases Hanukkah Tea Towel and 2026 Desk Calendar

Jewish Together, the modern Jewish art brand founded by illustrator Marni Goren, released its Hanukkah Tea Towel and 2026 Desk Calendar. Jewish Together creates thoughtfully hand-illustrated art and goods that bring warmth and artistry into... more »

Whitehurst Company launches Edgewood Hall Holiday Collection

The Whitehurst Company launched of its newest product line: The Edgewood Hall Holiday Collection by Eddie Ross.... more »