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Kid's Retail: In the business of fun
Coastal Connection
Dec. 21, 2022
Hilton Head Toys keeps the littlest shoppers coming back for more.
Maryland gift shop takes home two business awards
Retailer News
Nov. 14, 2022
Ophiuroidea gift shop earns accolades for its welcoming environment and selection of locally made wares.
Impulsive forces
Trends
Nov. 8, 2022
When strategically stocked and displayed, last-minute impulse buys can ring in big sales for coastal retailers.
Casual Apparel: Southern comforts
Coastal Connection
Oct. 29, 2022
Combining known brands with local flavor appeals to southern and surf clientele.
What The Fin launches Breast Cancer Awareness line
Wholesaler News
Oct. 25, 2022
Five dollars from every sale is donated to American Cancer Society.
Capitalizing on casual
Trends
Oct. 24, 2022
Coastal shops can offer versatile wear-anywhere styles that appeal to customers’ beachy sides and their desire for comfortable threads no matter the on- or off-shore occasion.
Casual Apparel: Telling a Story
Coastal Connection
Oct. 21, 2022
Customers appreciate clothing with a purpose behind the brand.
Casual Apparel: Seeking out smaller brands
Coastal Connection
Oct. 14, 2022
Carrying colorful threads in a range of price points invites spontaneous buys.
Beach Memories creator earns a ‘Tenti-Cool’ win
Retailer News
Oct. 14, 2022
Maryland-based glass gallery, jeweler and bead wholesaler took home a Judge's Choice Award from Art X Art Festival.
Sunshine State Apparel's Flamingo Strong shirts benefit hurricane victims
Retailer News
Oct. 10, 2022
All proceeds from the shirts support Hurricane Ian relief.
Tabby Shore recognized by Lowcountry’s Best Awards
Retailer News
Sept. 22, 2022
Beaufort, South Carolina, store voted best boutique and best gift shop by locals.
Happy Flamingo gains more space to share the love
Retailer News
Sept. 20, 2022
A new location in St. Petersburg allows owner Sandi Roper to continue her southern hospitality with more inventory to shop.
From necessity to indulgence
Trends
Sept. 18, 2022
Take your health and beauty products to the next level with bath and body brands that inspire got-to-have-it purchases.
Cool as a Moose shows its love for EqualityMaine
Retailer News
Aug. 26, 2022
Annual round-up fundraisers benefit this LGBTQ+ organization and other groups in the communities where the business has stores.
What the guys want
Trends
Aug. 24, 2022
From apparel to accessories and special sauce, beach-loving blokes are going for coastal and nautical finds that speak to how they spend time by the water.
Sincere Surroundings launches themed, custom gift and souvenir offerings
Wholesaler News
Aug. 23, 2022
Thirty-four new collections give coastal and nautical shops access to American-made, location specific gifts and decor.
Rental with Retail: Capturing island vibes
Coastal Connection
July 30, 2022
Island Outfitters' rentals and shopping options work in tandem.
Rental with Retail: A SUP-er combination
Coastal Connection
July 29, 2022
Yup Sup is creating happy memories with its combination SUP rental and gift shop.
Rental with Retail: Ticket to ride
Coastal Connection
July 27, 2022
Saltwater Gift Shop is a one-stop shop for vacationgoers in Galveston, Texas.
Pauline’s Gifts supports women in the military
Retailer News
July 20, 2022
The Gloucester, Massachusetts, gift shop collects donations for Operation Troop Support through various store drives.
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