Articles

Smarter ways to hit the beach
Trends
Jan. 27, 2021
These innovative offerings will help your customers get the ultimate beach experience.
Small items, big results
Presentation
Jan. 26, 2021
Impulse buys may be smaller and less expensive than other store offerings, but they are just as important and can help rake in the sales.
Experiential shopping: The business of making memories
Community Connection
Jan. 25, 2021
Cuffy’s of Cape Cod gives customers reasons to stay a while.
Winter 2021 Atlanta Market creates positive momentum
Events
Jan. 20, 2021
Attendance increased 150% from August 2020; new buyers made up 22% of buyer traffic.
ASD Road Show takes the place of March Las Vegas event
Events
Jan. 20, 2021
Two-day live events will be held in Dallas, Orlando and Phoenix.
History in the making
Profiles
Jan. 20, 2021
Windjammer Emporium is making a name for itself as the only retail store in Boothbay Harbor, Maine, that’s also a maritime museum.
Buying strategies for unpredictable times
Articles
Jan. 20, 2021
Keeping your store freshly stocked with merchandise in the New Year is a challenging puzzle to solve.
2020 holiday sales grew 8.3% despite pandemic
Articles
Jan. 18, 2021
Online and other non-stores sales were up 23.9 percent at $209 billion.
January Atlanta Market provides renewed optimism
Events
Jan. 12, 2021
Jan. 12-19, 2021 market has plenty to offer with new features and more than 8,000 brands.
Emerald expands digital commerce capabilities with PlumRiver...
Events
Jan. 8, 2021
Software provider’s Elastic Suite B2B platform will be available to thousands of Emerald customer brands.
IMC updates Las Vegas Market Winter and Summer 2021 dates...
Events
Dec. 16, 2020
Gift, home furnishings and apparel markets in Atlanta remain unchanged.
South Carolina gift shop provides safe Santa visits
Retailer News
Dec. 10, 2020
ArtWare Designs hosts Santa and Mrs. Claus after shopping center cancels festivities.
Pantone selects two colors to pair together for 2021 Color...
Trends
Dec. 10, 2020
Ultimate Gray and Illuminating convey a message of strength and hopefulness that is both enduring and uplifting.
Grand Strand Gift & Resort Merchandise Show brings industry...
Events
Dec. 9, 2020
The Dec. 6-9 show in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, underscores Clarion Events’ commitment to safety and the industry.
Pandemic makes holiday retail forecast the most challenging...
Coronavirus
Dec. 9, 2020
NRF chief economist predicts slight increase in holiday spending over previous year.
Starfish Award Winner: Blue Eden/Sea Foam Soap Co.
Starfish Award Winner Profiles
Dec. 6, 2020
Caroline Ranoia raises the bar.
Are hemp and CBD products right for your store?
Trends
Nov. 30, 2020
Cannaboidoil and hemp products come in many shapes and forms. Here’s what you need to know before you consider selling them in your seaside store.
Hot looks and cool styles
Trends
Nov. 27, 2020
Keep your customers staying and looking cool while also getting protection from the sun.
Attendees and vendors reunite in-person at Smoky Mountain...
Events
Nov. 25, 2020
The 55th annual event took extra precautions to create a safe place to do business.
Philadelphia Gift Show postponed to March 2021
Events
Nov. 19, 2020
Clarion Events moves show from late January to March 28-31, 2021 based on industry feedback.
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