Gift Focus - Jul/Aug 2019 (Issue 114)

86 EARTH SQUARED Stand: DP1-C75 W: fairtradewholesale.co.uk The official launch of the latest collection from ethical accessories brand Earth Squared will take place at Home & Gift. With a huge selection of new ranges offering great choice and versatility, there is something for everyone, from vibrant oil cloths in dynamic new colours to classic tweeds in two distinguished collections. Themes that have worked well have been expanded upon, providing a wealth of new styles to look forward to. There are new tweeds, including an elegant heritage range. The two understated plaids have subtle pink stripes to elevate them above the norm and leather straps for a sophisticated air. Included in this range is the new Harriet bag, a clever messenger style that folds to cover the opening when in use. Also look out for Heritage scarves in this range, a standout product lined with faux fur and sporting a vintage pin. Oil cloths appear in four bold new prints. Growing in popularity, this range has become a firm favourite with Earth Squared customers and includes a selection of bestselling styles. The soft viscose scarves have sold out for the second season in a row, and the forthcoming designs should be no exception, with rich colour and eye-catching designs featuring on popular styles such as messenger bags, backpacks, wallets and make-up bags. The range of animal-appliquéd styles has been extended to include glasses cases, jewellery rolls, mini shoulder bags and make-up bags. Designs have been reworked on tweed backgrounds, with six cute animals to choose from. Decadent velvet colours for autumn have been incorporated into a new capsule collection of jewellery rolls and pouches, purses, cosmetic cases and scarves. Other highlights include a vintage patchwork range and Scandi style screen print in fabulous colours. With RRPs ranging from £5.99 to £47.99, the new AW19 ranges can be seen online or at the show. ALEXANDER THURLOW Stand: C24 W: alexanderthurlow.com Alexander Thurlow celebrates its 70 th year in business in 2019. One of the stalwarts of the British Fashion Jewellery industry, the company will move forward continuing to offer excellent service and high quality, bespoke design work. At Harrogate the company will be showing a bright selection of the highly popular flower range, which includes British flowers including Lilies of the Valley, bluebells and snowdrops. D & J GLASSWARE Stand: Q-D23 W: dandjglassware.co.uk D & J Glassware is a family-run company that specialises in handmade glassware, focusing on creative designs matched with quality and function. Available are a wide range of products from home and garden items such as diffusers, watering balls, oil lamps, floating lamps to gallery pieces, collectibles, amber jewellery and more, there’s something to fit any shop. The company’s Home & Gift stand will be a celebration of the best in handcrafted glassware. Visitors will discover high- quality mouth blown and fused glass designs and will be able to see – and smell – the popular new fragrance collections. The popular Tree of Life balls will be on the stand, alongside the ever- growing menagerie of fused glass animals, with new designs added in time for the show. The vibrant designs are proven to sell through strongly and new introductions are made year-round. With plenty to see and a warm welcome, D & J Glassware is a must-see stand.