Megan Smalley
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.
An added touch
Sidebar
Sept. 8, 2026
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.
Starfish Award Winner: The Marine Mammal Center Gift Shop
Starfish Award Winner Profiles
Sept. 4, 2026
The Marine Mammal Center promotes gifts that give.
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.
Savvie's Blue Shell Boutique debuts on Solomons Island
Retailer News
July 23, 2026
The new coastal store is focused on offering resort-inspired fashion, gifts and souvenirs for visitors to Solomons, Maryland.
Las Vegas Souvenir & Resort Gift Show celebrates 20th anniversary
Events
June 17, 2026
Show organizers anticipate over 600 exhibitors at the 20th annual event in Las Vegas.
Seaside Retailer and SGN win 2026 Azbee Awards for editorial excellence
Business
June 9, 2026
The publications received one national award and several regional awards for editorial and design excellence.
The Beach House Stone Harbor opens on Jersey Shore
Retailer News
June 9, 2026
The new gift shop features beach toys, accessories and family games for back at the beach house.
Love From USA Group to open store at Orlando International Airport
Retailer News
June 3, 2026
The Neighborhood Market & Goods will feature NASA and sea turtle-related products along with some beachy plush and games.
Beach Bums Gifts & Decor celebrates one year in Punta Gorda, Florida
Retailer News
May 20, 2026
After closing during COVID, the coastal gift shop reopened at a new location in 2025.
Boutique branding
Sidebar
April 30, 2026
Styled for the shore
Presentation
April 30, 2026
When seaside retailers accessorize and update apparel displays, customers are more likely to take notice and make a purchase.
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.
Great Lakes Promotions announces new wholesale gift shows for 2027
Events
Feb. 13, 2026
The company is also preparing for the Great Lakes Gift Show and its inaugural Wisconsin Gift Show in March.
An American story
Merchandising
Dec. 23, 2025
Telling the story behind USA-made and locally made products can be a great selling point for seaside retailers.
Travel reports highlight rising interest in adventurous beach trips in 2026
Business
Nov. 18, 2025
One report also lists Fort Walton Beach, Florida, as a top beach vacation spot.
Sun and Surf Beach Shop reopens and grows after hurricanes Helene and Milton
Retailer News
Oct. 31, 2025
Anna Maria Island, Florida, retailer anticipates growth after reopening and changing its merchandise presentation earlier this year.
New Mote SEA attraction comes with brand new gift shop
Retailer News
Oct. 28, 2025
Local and sustainable souvenirs are front and center in the gift shop at this new aquarium in Sarasota, Florida.
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