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Wow! Stuff currently recruiting
Wow! Stuff is currently looking for an exceptional International Head of Sales ...read more
Wow! Stuff is currently looking for an exceptional International Head of Sales ...read more
New retailers and new categories join brand licensing programme – only a few places remain
Brand Licensing Europe has announced a new host of retailers which have joined its Retail Mentoring Programme ...read more
Brand Licensing Europe has announced a new host of retailers which have joined its Retail Mentoring Programme ...read more
Mother's Day generosity set for new record this weekend
Brits set to treat mums to the tune of £79 million this weekend, according to credit card spending figures from Halifax Spending on Mother’s Day itself is up 18 per cent since 2014, as mums get treated more on the day ...read more
Brits set to treat mums to the tune of £79 million this weekend, according to credit card spending figures from Halifax Spending on Mother’s Day itself is up 18 per cent since 2014, as mums get treated more on the day ...read more
Make your mark on the world!
This Stamp Map from Luckies is a great way to keep on track of your travels and helps you stay focused on your next adventure ...read more
This Stamp Map from Luckies is a great way to keep on track of your travels and helps you stay focused on your next adventure ...read more
Judging panel announced For 2017 Stationery Awards
The London Stationery Show is delighted to announce that all entries to this year’s Stationery Awards will be reviewed by a top panel of leading buyers from retailers across the stationery industry, including Between the Lines, Spotlight Stationery, WHSmith, Blenheim Palace and John Lewis ...read more
The London Stationery Show is delighted to announce that all entries to this year’s Stationery Awards will be reviewed by a top panel of leading buyers from retailers across the stationery industry, including Between the Lines, Spotlight Stationery, WHSmith, Blenheim Palace and John Lewis ...read more
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts appoints Metrostar and signs four deals
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts and its Master Agent, Brand Central, have chosen Metrostar to manage its licensing activities in the UK ...read more
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts and its Master Agent, Brand Central, have chosen Metrostar to manage its licensing activities in the UK ...read more
Who needs tonic when you have jigsaw puzzles?
It was announced last night that gin and jigsaws have been added to the basket of goods used to keep track of inflation, which means that jigsaw puzzles are now part of the nation's modern shopping habits ...read more
It was announced last night that gin and jigsaws have been added to the basket of goods used to keep track of inflation, which means that jigsaw puzzles are now part of the nation's modern shopping habits ...read more
Reinventing retail - celebrating 10 years of female role models
Nominations open for the 2017 Worldpay everywoman in Retail Ambassadors Programme ...read more
Nominations open for the 2017 Worldpay everywoman in Retail Ambassadors Programme ...read more
LaunchPad Winners announced
There were just over 40 entries for the first-ever LaunchPad competition, run by the London Stationery Show, and the panel of three judges whittled it down to 12 winners ...read more
There were just over 40 entries for the first-ever LaunchPad competition, run by the London Stationery Show, and the panel of three judges whittled it down to 12 winners ...read more
Meet The Buyers from the Tillington Group of Garden Centres
The GA is excited to announce its ‘Meet The Buyer’ events, where you'll have the opportunity to showcase your products to a team of buyers from The Tillington Group of Garden Centres ...read more
The GA is excited to announce its ‘Meet The Buyer’ events, where you'll have the opportunity to showcase your products to a team of buyers from The Tillington Group of Garden Centres ...read more
Poo Pourri re-launch new packaging
Joe Davies is the exclusive gift channel distributor of Poo-Pourri in the UK and Eire ...read more
Joe Davies is the exclusive gift channel distributor of Poo-Pourri in the UK and Eire ...read more
Make an impact at Pulse
Breaking the boundaries of design and innovation, Pulse is the ultimate boutique trade event for inspiring new gifts, modern living and fashion accessories ...read more
Breaking the boundaries of design and innovation, Pulse is the ultimate boutique trade event for inspiring new gifts, modern living and fashion accessories ...read more
Top toy trends of 2017 announced at New York Toy Fair
From dual-use collectibles and adrenaline-pumping active toys, to awe-inspiring robotics and “movie mania” playthings, the top toy trends of 2017 were announced this week by the US Toy Industry Association at its 114th North American International Toy Fair ...read more
From dual-use collectibles and adrenaline-pumping active toys, to awe-inspiring robotics and “movie mania” playthings, the top toy trends of 2017 were announced this week by the US Toy Industry Association at its 114th North American International Toy Fair ...read more
New venue for the Country Living Spring Fair 2017
This year The Country Living Magazine Spring Fair sees lots of exciting developments, with more features and entertainment, more exhibitors, more talented craftspeople, more hands-on workshops and a new venue as it welcomes visitors to Alexandra Palace ...read more
This year The Country Living Magazine Spring Fair sees lots of exciting developments, with more features and entertainment, more exhibitors, more talented craftspeople, more hands-on workshops and a new venue as it welcomes visitors to Alexandra Palace ...read more
Giftag launches for London 2017
A brand-new home and gift fair for London, Giftag will offer the discerning retail buyer the opportunity to source products and services that are vetted by the organisers as being designed or manufactured in the UK or Ireland. ...read more
A brand-new home and gift fair for London, Giftag will offer the discerning retail buyer the opportunity to source products and services that are vetted by the organisers as being designed or manufactured in the UK or Ireland. ...read more
Frugi announce mid way donations to children's charities
Frugi, the UK’s leading ethical children’s clothing brand, is thrilled to announce it's made its first official donations to Pump Aid, Anna’s Hope and The Sick Children’s Trust as its ‘Little Clothes BIG Change’ initiative reaches the half way point ...read more
Frugi, the UK’s leading ethical children’s clothing brand, is thrilled to announce it's made its first official donations to Pump Aid, Anna’s Hope and The Sick Children’s Trust as its ‘Little Clothes BIG Change’ initiative reaches the half way point ...read more
International Jewellery London launches #withyou campaign
IJL reaffirms its year round commitment to the UK and international jewellery industry with new initiative International Jewellery London (IJL) has announced a new marketing campaign - #withyou – inspired by its industry leading initiatives and designed to showcase its continuing commitment to the UK and international jewellery sector. ...read more
IJL reaffirms its year round commitment to the UK and international jewellery industry with new initiative International Jewellery London (IJL) has announced a new marketing campaign - #withyou – inspired by its industry leading initiatives and designed to showcase its continuing commitment to the UK and international jewellery sector. ...read more
Elizabeth Hurley visits Ambiente
Style has priority for Elizabeth Hurley.That applies for fashion as much as it does for interior design... ...read more
Style has priority for Elizabeth Hurley.That applies for fashion as much as it does for interior design... ...read more
Retro Love for a GPO Valentine
This Valentine’s Day go retro with GPO.Buy someone you love one of GPO's retro gadgets, be it a record player, vinyl case and retro telephone they'll love you forever! ...read more
This Valentine’s Day go retro with GPO.Buy someone you love one of GPO's retro gadgets, be it a record player, vinyl case and retro telephone they'll love you forever! ...read more
D for Diamonds expands its remit with new designs for the lucrative baby shower market
Gecko’s popular children’s range ‘D for Diamonds’ has been given a fresh direction this season ...read more
Gecko’s popular children’s range ‘D for Diamonds’ has been given a fresh direction this season ...read more
Source British tradeshow, an industry first at the L.A. Fashion Market.
Source British is a new trade show taking place alongside shows like Capsule, ALT, Transit, Curve, Coeur, and AXIS during L.A. Fashion Market in the Penthouse at the California Market Center (CMC), 13th - 14th March, 2017 ...read more
Source British is a new trade show taking place alongside shows like Capsule, ALT, Transit, Curve, Coeur, and AXIS during L.A. Fashion Market in the Penthouse at the California Market Center (CMC), 13th - 14th March, 2017 ...read more
Three 'Next' talent areas at Ambiente
Not all design studios can afford the luxury of thinking outside the box, i.e., without reference to brand history and traditional target groups. Everything is possible, however, when there are no conventions and the brand identity begins in the here and now ...read more
Not all design studios can afford the luxury of thinking outside the box, i.e., without reference to brand history and traditional target groups. Everything is possible, however, when there are no conventions and the brand identity begins in the here and now ...read more
The House of Turnowsky will celebrate 77 years at Paperworld
Iconic luxury greeting card, stationery and lifestyle design brand, The House of Turnowsky, will celebrate 77 years in business at Paperworld 2017, taking place from January 28 - 31 at Messe Frankfurt, Germany. ...read more
Iconic luxury greeting card, stationery and lifestyle design brand, The House of Turnowsky, will celebrate 77 years in business at Paperworld 2017, taking place from January 28 - 31 at Messe Frankfurt, Germany. ...read more
Spring Fair keynote speaker Mary Portas answers our retail questions
With Spring Fair just around the corner, we chatted to this year's keynote speaker, high street guru Mary Portas about all things retail... ...read more
With Spring Fair just around the corner, we chatted to this year's keynote speaker, high street guru Mary Portas about all things retail... ...read more
National Accounts chief joins Xystos from Widdop
Shaun Schofield has been appointed Senior National Accounts Manager for flame and fragrance supplier Xystos. ...read more
Shaun Schofield has been appointed Senior National Accounts Manager for flame and fragrance supplier Xystos. ...read more
Wraptious's competition winner announced
Wraptious has announced a winner for its 2016 artist competition! ...read more
Wraptious has announced a winner for its 2016 artist competition! ...read more
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