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Surf Expo focuses on new product and education at September show
Events
Sept. 30, 2026
Show organizers partnered with Breakwall Publishing for educational sessions, and 600 exhibiting brands showcased new products to coastal retailers.
Coastal Connections gives Surf Expo attendees new opportunities to learn and grow
Coastal Connections Conference
Sept. 29, 2026
Surf attendees had access to six classroom style educational sessions, with topics including inventory management, AI applications in retail and more.
Atlanta Market opens registration for Winter 2027 event
Events
Sept. 28, 2026
The show will celebrate its 70th anniversary at the event Jan. 12-17, 2027.
Teysen's Gift Shop celebrates its centennial
Retailer News
Sept. 28, 2026
Owners plan to wrap up the Mackinaw Crossing store’s 100th year of business and retire at the end of the season.
Mud Pie announces Spring 2027 Kids’ collection
Wholesaler News
Sept. 24, 2026
The company is also launching a new wholesale freight structure to support retailers.
The Boutique Hub names Heart on Main Street Giveback Recipient for 2026 Pink Friday
Business
Sept. 14, 2026
Independent retailers nationwide are invited to participate in a free shopping event that supports small businesses and gives back to the retail community.
Emerald and Questex Unite as Forge to shape the future of B2B events and media
Events
Sept. 11, 2026
Corporate brand debuts with a market-led strategy, newly appointed board of directors.
Legends Awards at Smoky Mountain Gift Show includes new Larry White Legacy Award
Events
Sept. 11, 2026
Clarion Events revives industry awards program to recognize leadership, service and lasting contributions to the gift and souvenir industry.
Connecting to the sea
Trends
Sept. 8, 2026
Ocean-inspired health and beauty products bring refreshing coastal sensations home, with the benefits of clean ingredients.
Coastal, cozy and chic
Profiles
Sept. 8, 2026
Savvie’s Blue Shell Boutique opens as a new coastal gift shop in Solomons Island, Maryland, with chic styles and cozy finds.
Designed for the destination
Trends
Sept. 8, 2026
Coastal customers want apparel that looks good, feels good and suits the destination, with breathable fabrics, sun protection and easygoing styles.
Virtuoso identifies trends redefining luxury travel in 2026
Business
Sept. 4, 2026
Fall has become a more popular time for the luxury travel market.
The booth and beyond: real ROI from trade shows
Business
Sept. 4, 2026
Retailers can get a real return from their trade show travels if they know how to go after it and tackle the trade show like it counts.
Island style that never fades
Profiles
Sept. 4, 2026
At Calypso on South Padre Island, Texas, colorful apparel and destination-inspired gifts are curated for vacation and life back home.
Starfish Award Winner: The Marine Mammal Center Gift Shop
Starfish Award Winner Profiles
Sept. 4, 2026
The Marine Mammal Center promotes gifts that give.
Atlanta Apparel closes out August 2026 Market Week
Events
Sept. 2, 2026
Buyers discovered Spring/Summer 2027 collections for contemporary, resort immediates and formalwear.
Dallas Market Center posts high attendance for August shows
Events
Sept. 2, 2026
Show organizers report new buyer growth and attendance gains in every region since 2022.
Xplorer Maps debuts new sun shirt hoodies
Wholesaler News
Aug. 20, 2026
The UltraLight Sunshirt Hoodies feature original custom map art designs from Xplorer Maps.
Starboard debuts new retail experiences for Royal Caribbean
Retailer News
Aug. 19, 2026
Royal Caribbean will feature new Starboard retail partnerships and experiences on its new Legend of the Seas ship.
Dallas Market Center named finalist for Trade Show Executive’s 2026 Good Impact Award
Business
Aug. 18, 2026
The nomination recognizes Dallas Market Center’s Stand With Main Street initiative supporting independent retailers in wake of tariffs.
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