Gift Focus inc Attire Accessories - July/August 2025

37 GIFT OF THE YEAR WINNERS THE GIFT OF THE YEAR AWARD… winners The Gift of the Year Award winners have been announced, with the best of the industry celebrated for creativity, sustainability and innovation The winners of Gift of the Year 2025, organised by The Giftware Association, have been unveiled. Gift of the Year honours outstanding products that capture the spirit of giving across the retail landscape. This year saw a record-breaking number of entries and some of the most inventive, heartwarming, and sustainable gifts the industry has ever seen. Exciting talent These winners stood out for their exceptional design, innovation, and ability to wow the judges — who were made up of buyers and retailers — and ultimately will see their products in the hands of consumers, whether on the high street, online, or in boutique stores across the country. Chris Workman, PR & Marketing Manager at the Giftware Association, said: “The quality of entries this year was truly outstanding. Gift of the Year continues to shine a spotlight on the most exciting talent in the home and gift industry, and our 2025 winners are a testament to the creativity and resilience of this vibrant sector. It’s great to see new brands enter into the spotlight as well as old favourites continue to bring something new to the table.” With the spotlight now on them, winners will benefit from increased industry exposure, trade opportunities, and the prestigious honour of wearing the Gift of the Year 2025 badge — as well as a special trophy that can be showcased around the world. www.giftoftheyear.co.uk And the winners are... OVERALL WINNER Product: The Bouquet in a Book Company: David & Charles Ltd AFFORDABLE GIFTS Product: The Bouquet in a Book Company: David & Charles Ltd Highly Commended: Best Kept Secrets, Clockwork Soldier, Search Press, David & Charles, Gardening for Kids, Seedball BEAUTY, BATH & SPA Product: Mineral Bathing Infusions Company: Wild Olive Ltd Highly Commended: Ancient Wisdom, The English Soap Company, Wild Olive, Cotton & Grey, Hollie Tree Silver and Scents BRANDED GIFT Product: The Gruffalo Collection Company: Blade and Rose Highly Commended: Blade & Rose, Gibsons, Puzzle Post, The Carat Shop, Mustard, Rainbow Designs

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