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July/August 2023
 
Spooktacular sales 

In order to get you on your way to securing a lucrative Golden Quarter, we have the first of our two Christmas round-ups in this issue, checking out what the best brands have to offer for December’s buying bonanza. I also delve deeper into Christmas spend in this issue’s blog, which is located in the Attire Accessories section.  

But before we get ahead of ourselves, it’s also worth stocking for Halloween too. Year on year, the Halloween celebrations get bigger and better, with the UK slowly but surely taking on the extravagance of the U.S. From party decorations to gifts, it’s continuing to become a prime opportunity to capitalize on consumer spend.  

Don’t forget to get your fill of new products, industry news and company profiles within these wonderful pages of all things gifts!  

Louise x

 
Launching in 2023 is Connect @ Autumn Fair
 
Launching in 2023 is Connect @ Autumn Fair
 
Launching at Autumn Fair 2023 is Connect @ Autumn Fair, a new way for the retail community to connect and collaborate. Making history, the new connections programme will give exhibitors more visibility than ever before, and buyers the opportunity to plan and pre-schedule double opt-in meetings before the show opens. Harvey Nichols, John Lewis, Marks & Spencer, Harrods, Fortnum & Mason, Blue Diamond, Hillier Garden Centres, Card Factory, Coney's, Robert Dyas, Walt Disney Co., Holland & Barrett, Wilkies, Artistic Gift Boutique, Avon Cosmetics, Sterling Home, and Moonpig are amongst the thousands of leading retailers who have already registered.

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ExaClair Ltd
 
Good Results
 
New Christmas decorations and gift from Adams & Mack
 
New Christmas decorations and gift from Adams & Mack
 
New for AWS 2023, Adams & Mack are excited to introduce an exquisite collection of Christmas decorations and gifts. Renowned for its luxury door knockers, these new products are captivating replicas of their popular designs. Made by hand using traditional methods and recycled materials, this nature-inspired collection of Christmas gifts will delight animal lovers and enthusiasts of artisan craftsmanship alike. Among the highlights of the collection are the brand-new candles, thoughtfully designed to showcase the beauty of Cora, the Bee and Manston, the Fox.

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Paper Plane celebrates its 500th stockist
 
Paper Plane celebrates its 500th stockist
 
Rutland-based gift brand Paper Plane is celebrating securing its 500th independent stockist. Having started out with a £50 investment in some Christmas cards in 2014, founders Laura Harvey and Jack Thorpe have continually reinvested into the company, adding new lines and ranges to the point where, today, they have 500 indie stockists, over 125,000 online sales and a string of High Street successes. Jack says: "We're still pinching ourselves that what started as a few boxes of cards and envelopes in our dining room has turned into our full-time jobs.

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Fun and luxe gifts for the ever-expanding wedding market
 
Fun and luxe gifts for the ever-expanding wedding market
 
A multi-million pound industry, the wedding market is still continuing it's pre-covid growth with no signs of diminishing anytime soon. Looking for the ultimate addition to your wedding day gift offering for big-day buyers? Look no further, Who Icons, seamlessly combines refined luxury with a touch of casual elegance, creating the ultimate personalised wedding gift. Who Icons understands that love stories are unique, and so should be the gifts that commemorate them. Its exquisite collection of handcrafted treasures is meticulously designed to captivate the hearts of discerning couples

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Enchanting Christmas collection launched from We Love Seasons
 
Enchanting Christmas collection launched from We Love Seasons
 
Get ready to immerse yourself in the magic of the holiday season as We Love Seasons proudly announces the launch of its newest Christmas collection, blending the essence of hygge, Scandinavian heritage, and contemporary aesthetics. This festive assortment is sure to delight customers seeking a warm and inviting ambiance for their celebrations. We Love Seasons sells decorations and gifts for Valentines, Easter, Halloween and Christmas; owner Malene adds...

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Star-studded judging panel for The Big Christmas Wishlist 2023
 
Star-studded judging panel for The Big Christmas Wishlist 2023
 
The Big Christmas Wishlist 2023 will be the first-ever awards of The Big Christmas Press Show, now in its sixth year. This highly anticipated event will exclusively reveal the winners at a special presentation on the morning of the show, on Wednesday 13th September. CIJ Group is proud to introduce the esteemed panel of industry experts, carefully selected by renowned 'Queen of Christmas', and founder of The Big Christmas Press Show, Courtney Rogers. The experts represent excellence in various key areas and bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the judging process.

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Forthcoming Events
 
Please note: All dates are subject to changes, contact organisers for more information before making arrangements. To view more events, please visit the events page on our website...

20-21 Aug 2023 - Scotland's Trade Fair Autumn
SEC, Exhibition Way, Glasgow, G3 8YW
www.scotlandstradefairs.com

3-6 Sep 2023 - Autumn Fair 2023
NEC Birmingham, B40 1NT, UK
www.autumnfair.com

3-6 Sep 2023 - Source Home & Gift
NEC Birmingham, North Ave, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT
www.source-homeandgift.com

10-12 Sep 2023 - Top Drawer London
Olympia London, Hammersmith Rd, London, W14 8UX
www.topdrawer.co.uk

12-13 Sep 2023 - INDX Homewares
Cranmore Park in Solihull, Cranmore Avenue, Shirley, Solihull, West Midlands, B90 4LF
www.indxshows.co.uk

13 Sep 2023 - The Big Christmas Press Show
Business Design Centre 52 Upper Street, London, N1 0QH
www.cijgroup.co/london2023

21-22 Sep 2023 - London Packaging Week London
ExCeL London
www.londonpackagingweek.com

4-6 Oct 2023 - Brand Licensing Europe
Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London, E16 1XL
www.brandlicensing.eu/en/home.html

14-17 Jan 2024 - Harrogate Christmas & Gift
Harrogate Convention Centre, King's Rd, Harrogate, HG1 5LA
www.harrogatefair.com/contact_us.asp

14-16 Jan 2024 - Giving & Living
Westpoint, Exeter, EX5 1DJ
www.givingliving.co.uk

21-24 Jan 2024 - January Furniture Show 2024
North Ave, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT
www.thefurnitureshows.com

21-23 Jan 2024 - Scotland's Trade Fair Spring
SEC, Glasgow
www.scotlandstradefairs.com

23-25 Jan 2024 - The Toy Fair
Olympia, Grand & National Halls
www.toyfair.co.uk

26-30 Jan 2024 - Ambiente 2024
Messe Frankfurt, Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1, 60327 Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany
www.ambiente.messefrankfurt.com

26-30 Jan 2024 - Christmasworld
Messe Frankfurt, Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1, 60327 Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany
www.christmasworld.messefrankfurt.com

4-7 Feb 2024 - Source Home & Gift
NEC Birmingham, North Ave, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT
www.source-homeandgift.com

4-7 Feb 2024 - Spring Fair
The NEC, Birmingham, North Ave, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT
www.springfair.com/welcome

20-21 Feb 2024 - INDX Homewares
Cranmore Park in Solihull, Cranmore Avenue, Shirley, Solihull, West Midlands, B90 4LF
www.indxshows.co.uk
 
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