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Dallas Market Center launches anti-tariff initiative
Dallas Market Center unveiled a new initiative to support Main Street retailers: “Stand With Main Street. Turn Off Tariffs.” The core message of the campaign is to advocate for a 90-day pause on all tariffs... more »
Las Vegas Market Summer 2025 presents dynamic mix of gift, home temporaries
The Gift & Home Temporary Exhibits at Las Vegas Market showcase more than 400 standout brands in six easy-to-navigate categories, offering buyers direct access to must-have products and emerging trends at the Expo at World... more »
Aurora World unveils key promotions across company
Aurora World — a company specializing in plush toys, high-quality gift products and brands such as Palm Pals and Miyoni — has promoted Michael Kessler to executive vice president. Kessler began his career in 1984... more »
Tell us how tariffs are impacting your retail operation
How are tariffs impacting your buying decisions, product pricing and expectations for the year ahead? Gift Shop® Plus is conducting a quick industry survey to better understand how independent retailers are navigating these challenges —... more »
Industry leaders say tariffs threaten to cancel Halloween and cripple Christmas
U.S. costume and toy companies are sounding the alarm that newly proposed tariffs on Chinese imports could wipe out Halloween and severely disrupt Christmas unless urgent action is taken. With production already underway and orders... more »
*Noted Expo co-location with Las Vegas Market marks new era for stationery industry
*Noted: The Greeting Card Expo will make its Las Vegas Market debut at the July 27-31 buying event, as North America’s leading greeting card showcase. The sold-out showcase features some 50 members displaying the best... more »
Russ Ward, partyware and stationery innovator, dies
Russ Ward (1924-2025), an innovator in the field of party goods and stationery, has died. Based on his wife's retail store, the first non-Hallmark store in Fairfield County, Connecticut, he founded the trade magazine Party... more »
Census data shows retail sales grew in March but consumers worry as tariffs rise
Data released today by the U.S. Census Bureau showed retail sales grew in March even though consumers continued to worry about the impact of rising tariffs, National Retail Federation (NRF) Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz said.... more »
Gift For Life, NY NOW partner for 2025 AIDS Walk New York
Gift for Life, the gift and home industries’ longest-running, volunteer-led, national charitable organization, and NY NOW are once again fielding a team for AIDS Walk New York, the largest single-day AIDS fundraising event in the... more »
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor shows March sales grew moderately amid tariff concerns
Retail sales grew in March after two straight months of declines, but gains remained moderate as consumers continued to be concerned by rising tariffs, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, powered by Affinity Solutions, released... more »
Two’s Company appoints Majda Rensberger as chief strategy and brand officer
Two’s Company announced the appointment of Majda Rensberger as chief strategy and brand officer (CSBO). Rensberger brings nearly 20 years of experience in the gift and home industry, most recently serving as president of OneCoast,... more »
Las Vegas Market brings style, sourcing to West Coast for summer 2025
Las Vegas Market boasts an exciting lineup of gift and home products, at-market brand experiences and industry inspiration this summer as the west coast’s premier buying event prepares for another season of commerce and connection.... more »
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Heads up — we've just added a dose of whimsy and inspiration to your Friday! 🦋 Gift Shop® Plus Spring 2025 has launched, and it is quite the delight! ![]()
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In these pages, we explore all the top trends and help you navigate the year ahead. From a 2025 Halloween décor preview on page 46 (did you know customers are celebrating Halloween earlier than ever?) to the latest trends in eco-friendly, sustainable retail on page 50, we have our finger on the pulse of what customers are prioritizing right now. ![]()
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Sports and tailgating continue to permeate the retail market in new ways, so we have all the game-day essentials and trends for you on page 54. Plus — flip to page 42 for an overview of what's trending in jewelry and accessories. ![]()
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As always, we are thrilled to bring you the top tools, inspiration and products that help your business — and our industry — thrive. Read all this and more in our Spring 2025 Issue: www.nxtbook.com/greatamericanmediaservices/GiftShop-Plus/spring-2025/index.php#/p/1![]()
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News
April 24, 2025
Dallas Market Center launches anti-tariff initiative
April 24, 2025
Aurora World unveils key promotions across company
April 22, 2025
Tell us how tariffs are impacting your retail operation
Products
Upcoming Trade Shows
Apr 26 – 30
High Point Market Spring 2025
High Point, NC USA
May 7 – 9
IFJAG (International Fashion Jewelry & Accessory Group)
Charlotte, NC USA
Jun 10 – 13
Dallas Apparel & Accessories Market
Dallas, TX USA
Jun 18 – 24
Dallas Total Home & Gift Market
Dallas, TX USA
Jun 18 – 21
Lightovation: Dallas International Lighting Show
Dallas, TX USA
Jul 7 – 10
LA Mart
Los Angeles, CA USA
Jul 15 – 17
