Gift Focus inc Attire Accessories - January / February 2021

72 Puckator designer Lauren Billingham says, “It’s safe to say we are all very much ready to put 2020 behind us and look ahead to new horizons for 2021. With that in mind we have had a chat with our favourite wholesalers to see what thrilling new products they are showcasing for you in the new year. Puckator is eager to share these exciting new products with us. “One product we saw rise in popularity over the last few months was understandably hand sanitisers. Following the trend Puckator expanded its existing range and is continuing to do so for 2021. We expect this product to be a staple for all consumers whilst out and about, for the foreseeable future. Puckator currently sell two styles; the compact spray sanitiser which slips into even the tiniest of bags and the gel formula, which comes in a cute silicone holder with a handy strap for attaching to your bag. Both sanitisers kill 99.9% of harmful bacteria and are cruelty free. All that’s left to do is pick your favourite designs! “The next product Puckator is excited to launch is a digital water bottle. This product is an innovation in reusable bottle design with a touch activated LED Thermometer. Simply tap the top of the lid to reveal the temperature of the contents. This bottle also features a detachable tea strainer, so you can brew your favourite hot drinks on the move. Made from quality materials the double walled, stainless steel keeps liquids hot for up to twelve hours and cold for a cool twenty-four! It is corrosion resistant and hardwearing, making it reusable and a great alternative to single use plastic bottles. With a handy strap for carrying, the company really has thought of everything! “Last but certainly not least, who could forget Puckator’s Gift of the Year, Hot Novelty Category winning, ‘Relaxeazzz?’ Building on the overwhelming popularity of its eight original designs, Puckator has added lots of cute new cushions to choose from. Without forgetting the favourite Licence partners, the company had added Simon’s Cat and The Original Stormtrooper and Volkswagen to name a few. We really can’t wait to see all of the new designs Puckator will be launching over the coming months!” T: 0800 011 6969 E: customerservices@puckator.co.uk www.puckator.co.uk Walking stick specialists Classic Canes has a glorious collection of new folding canes to introduce at the Spring Fair. With designs produced from artwork by managing director Charlotte Gillan, they are especially suited to the requirements of Classic Canes stockists. Patterns include the bees and daisies design (pictured), as well as ladybirds, dogs, horses, owls, gardening and leopard print patterns. Charlotte says, “Fashionable, patterned walking sticks make excellent gifts because, as well as making a necessary item into a style statement, they are height-adjustable and will fit a wide range of users. Our customers, whether in the UK or overseas, are always looking for good quality products with originality and a good story that can’t be found in every chain store, so these folding canes will be perfect for many independent retailers.” Classic Canes stocks over 700 models of traditional and contemporary walking sticks, seat sticks and umbrellas. T: +44 (0)1460 75686 E: info@classiccanes.co.uk www.classiccanes.co.uk An Earth Squared company spokesperson said, “So, here we are, looking forward to 2021 after a year like no other! For the time being, large scale, in-person trade events are off the agenda. However, this doesn’t mean there’s any shortage of great products out there. Excited to be entering our 20 th year of trading and offering plenty of reasons to be cheerful, Earth Squared is marking the occasion in style with a celebratory collection for SS2021. “The beautiful collections are seamlessly linked with common colours and themes throughout. This carefully considered linking of products lends itself perfectly to visual merchandising opportunities in-store. “Select from timeless classics in the tweed and heritage tweed ranges, then balance that with contemporary oil cloths and popular urban styles from the Voyage range. Noticing a trend towards hands-free styles, you’ll see a good selection of back packs and cross body bags across the collection. There’s also been significant demand for smaller items for gifting such as purses, jewellery rolls, makeup bags, pencil cases and key rings. All of which you will find in abundance in new fabrics and designs. “Colours are bright and optimistic, just what we need to bring a bit of joy into our lives as we emerge from the challenges of the past year. Four new oil cloths and brand-new tweeds, warm vibrant colours in the voyage range and some cute characters featuring in the new canvas range and tweed appliques. “With all products available from mid-Jan onwards, there are lots of ways to order, take a look round the website at www.earthsquared.com, or get in touch to request further information, ask for a brochure or set up an account. A fantastic sample service is available as well as online image library to help with marketing, PR and to boost online sales.” T: +44 (0)1620 892289 E: sales@earthsquared.com www.earthsquared.com