NRF forecasts 4.4% annual retail sales growth
Business
March 24, 2026
Consumer spending remained steady in 2025, and NRF anticipates spending to grow slightly this year.
AAA lists top spring break destinations for 2026
Business
March 24, 2026
Four Florida cities rank on AAA’s top 10 list of spring break destinations for 2026.
The Silly Goose opens as coastal children’s store in Cape Cod
Retailer News
March 24, 2026
The new store features coastal kids’ clothing as well as toys, beach accessories and games.
Event Network opens two resort stores in Hawaii
Retailer News
March 23, 2026
The retail operator has opened new stores at the Honua Kai Resort & Spa in Maui and Royal Sonesta Kaua’i Resort in Lihu’e.
Blue Butterfly LLC acquires IndERA to expand
Business
March 12, 2026
With the acquisition, Blue Butterfly aims to help improve marketing support for independent retailers.
Quiksilver partners with IMH Fragrance to develop first-ever fragrance line
Wholesaler News
March 10, 2026
The new fragrance line was inspired by the rush of the waves and the thrill of the slopes.
Coastal Connections Conference returns to Orlando in September 2026
Events
March 9, 2026
Attendees can now align their Coastal Connections plans with Surf Expo and The Gathering for expanded networking and opportunity.
Boardriders and Volcom return to Hawaii with store openings in Waikiki and Haleiwa
Retailer News
March 5, 2026
The two store reopenings come almost one year after over 120 Boardriders portfolio stores closed.
Surf Expo appoints new managers to its team
Business
March 5, 2026
Both Abraham Paskowitz and Matt Yates join Surf Expo with decades of relevant industry experience.
Dallas Market Center brings three markets together for a strategic buying experience
Events
March 5, 2026
The co-located Apparel & Accessories, Gift & Home Market and KidsWorld offer multi-category sourcing March 24-27.
Atlanta’s March Markets deliver three buying opportunities
Events
March 4, 2026
The Spring Market, Spring Cash & Carry and Casual Market Atlanta offer mid-season sourcing opportunities.
Answering the call
Sponsored Content
March 4, 2026
Call For The Wild invites retailers to support wildlife rescue, research and education
Woven into the American story
Sponsored Content
March 4, 2026
With its America250 Collection, Stonington Designs honors heritage, craftsmanship and community through jewelry rooted in purpose.
6 ways to grow online sales
Business
March 4, 2026
Coastal retailers can connect with customers long after they leave with a strong online store and some strategic marketing efforts.
Soft spots for plush
Presentation
March 4, 2026
Statement characters, storytelling and smart store flow are presentation wins for the "softies" in store.
Jewels of the sea
Trends
March 4, 2026
Meaningful coastal jewelry tells a story that is reflected in many style preferences.
Collaborative conservation
Sidebar
March 4, 2026
Coastal Jewelry: A wave of bright charm
Coastal Connection
March 4, 2026
This sunny, salt-air retreat in Sandwich, Massachusetts, provides the perfect backdrop for jewelry sales.
Jewelry merchandising: Pleasantly surprised by jewelry
Coastal Connection
March 3, 2026
This Marathon, Florida, store gives customers an unexpected treat of jewelry to select from.
Just be cause
Sidebar
March 3, 2026
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