Gift Focus - Nov/Dec 2018 (Issue 110)

6 giftfocus Catch up on all the latest in our news roundup industry news KD MEDIA PUBLISHING TITLE ATTIRE ACCESSORIES WINS AWARD Attire Accessories , a sister publication to Gift Focus , scooped the best Fashion Accessories Magazine award at the recent Lux Life Fashion & Lifestyle Awards. The awards recognise the “accomplishments made by the most talented, innovative, and dedicated firms of the industry” and celebrate the achievements of those within the lifestyle markets by “providing readers of Lux Life with the chance to see the leading lights of this innovative and dynamic market.” Sophie Milner, awards coordinator, said: “As a unique form of self-expression, the fashion and lifestyle space has become a pillar of the luxury market. Customers are always seeking new ways to show their individuality, whether it be through their clothes, the objects they keep in their homes or the experiences they share with others. As such, it is with immeasurable pleasure that I wish my extraordinary winners congratulations and the very best of luck for the future.” Editor Louise Prance and account manager Katie Taylor have worked tirelessly over the past year to refresh the magazine and offer readers up-to-date trends, information and business advice, all with the aim of enabling buyers and retailers to make the most informed choices regarding the best independent brands on the market. Louise says: “This is such a great achievement for our excellent magazine. It makes all the hard work worthwhile and is fantastic recognition for what we do. We’re now looking ahead to 2019 and will continue to keep you one step ahead of the market.” SHEARER CANDLES ANNOUNCES XYSTOS AS DISTRIBUTOR IN UK Shearer Candles and TransAtlantic Partners, an international-based firm that distributes luxury brands worldwide, are partnering with Xystos Flame & Fragrance Ltd. Established in 1897, Shearer Candles is the UK’s longest-established lifestyle candle manufacturer and has been manufacturing luxury candles and scent diffuser products since the 1900s. The new licence agreement appoints Xystos as the principal distributor in the UK and The Republic of Ireland. Ian Barnet, Shearer Candles managing director, says: “It is with great pleasure that we announce this new partnership between our two family businesses. The collective knowledge and passion displayed by the Xystos team is really exciting, and we have every confidence that this will be a pivotal step in driving our brand forward. We have a huge opportunity to grow our business, and the support and expertise Xystos will bring to the table will be vital. We believe this partnership will allow us to explore other opportunities and broaden our portfolio into other scented products.” David Lewis, managing director of Xystos, adds: “We are delighted to be entering into this new partnership and look forward to a fruitful association that will see this established and well-respected candle manufacturer go from strength to strength.” The winner of the July/August competition is Jill Treleaven from Churchtown Arts in Cornwall. She’s won £500 RRP of stock from ClimeMET. To be in with a chance of winning £500 RRP of stock from Xystos, turn to page 101. ATTIREACCESSORIES.COM WALK THIS WAY We spotlight the best boots around TREND LED Autumn Fair preview Win! Products worth £500, courtesy of Hargreaves Stockholm