Articles

Pantone selects two colors to pair together for 2021 Color of the Year
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 together
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 ever
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 Gift Show
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.
Government orders force cancellation of Ocean City Resort Gift Expo
Events
Nov. 11, 2020
Mandate issued by Maryland governor limits gatherings in state to 25 people or less.
ASD and IGES launch the Online Market
Events
Nov. 10, 2020
Virtual platform features more than 600 vendors and 19 product categories.
NRF president issues statement on U.S. presidential election
Business
Nov. 9, 2020
Matthew Shay pledges to work with administration and Congress on economic recovery.
Economic recovery quicker than expected, says NRF chief economist
Business
Nov. 5, 2020
National Retail Federation calls for additional federal stimulus.
Surf Expo’s January 2021 moves forward with safety-focused in-person event
Events
Nov. 3, 2020
The Jan. 6-8, 2021 event in Orlando moves to the West Concourse of the Orange County Convention Center.
NY NOW cancels Winter 2021 in-person market
Events
Nov. 2, 2020
Organizers will focus on newly launched NY NOW Digital Market in lieu of February 2021 event.
NRF Foundation introduces COVID-19 trainings for retailers
Coronavirus
Oct. 27, 2020
RISE Up program adds credentials focused on retail operations and customer conflict prevention.
Tourism returns to Hawaii thanks to new COVID-19 testing program
Articles
Oct. 24, 2020
Retailers welcome the Safe Travels Hawaii program as they are eager for the economy to rebound.
Carrying on the legacy
Profiles
Oct. 22, 2020
Mrs. Mitchell’s continues to be a shopping destination for New England beachgoers after 54 years.
Retail sales growth speeds up in September
Business
Oct. 21, 2020
September marks fourth month of gains thanks to strong rebound in apparel.
IGES and Smoky Mountain Gift Show come together at Tennessee Market Week
Events
Oct. 16, 2020
Health and safety is top priority at the Nov. 4-7, 2020 in-person event.
FTI Consulting projects 25% growth in online retail sales in 2020
Business
Oct. 15, 2020
The projected $748 billion in U.S. online retail sales is the strongest since 2006.
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