Whether you're switching up your summer accessories, getting ahead for back-to-school, or looking for a dopamine boost for your daily bag, Warmies® has just delivered the drop of the season. These scented, soft, and stylish new accessories are more than just cute, they tap directly into the rise of comfort-core sensory gifting, and collectible fashion that's trending across social feeds, high-street, and playgrounds across the UK. From teens styling their backpacks to adults personalising their keys and totes, the demand for tactile, feel-good accessories is growing fast, and Warmies® is meeting it with a launch that's practical, playful, and seriously giftable.
Posted: 11 July 2025
The winners of Gift of the Year 2025, organised by The Giftware Association, have been unveiled.
Gift of the Year honours outstanding products that capture the spirit of giving across the retail landscape. This year saw a record-breaking number of entries and some of the most inventive, heartwarming, and sustainable gifts the industry has ever seen.
These winners stood out for their exceptional design, innovation, and ability to wow the judges — who were made up of buyers and retailers — and ultimately will see their products in the hands of consumers, whether on the high street, online, or in boutique stores across the country.
Posted: 23 May 2025
ChloBo, the renowned jewellery brand, has announced its partnership with the Bali Sea Turtle Society (BSTS), a non-profit organisation dedicated to the protection of sea turtles and their habitat on the shores of Bali, Indonesia.
BSTS, founded by Balinese conservationists in 2011, works closely with local communities to implement "Community-Based Conservation" programs that empower and educate people on the importance of sea turtle protection. Their mission is to rescue, rehabilitate, and release sea turtles.
In support of this vital cause, ChloBo is donating 10 percent of all sales from its Sheltered Glow bracelet and necklace both featuring a turtle charm, symbolising protection, resilience, and longevity to the charity. This initiative allows customers to make a meaningful impact while embracing the spirit of giving back to nature.
Posted: 22 April 2025
British jewellery brand Ottoman Hands is to launch its third collection in partnership with Turquoise Mountain, an organisation established in 2006 by His Majesty King Charles III. Turquoise Mountain supports artisans in Afghanistan to preserve and pass on their traditions to the next generation, elevate their craftsmanship, connect to global markets, and create income to sustain their families.
Ottoman Hands is pleased to continue its partnership with Turquoise Mountain for this collection, which is based on two design themes as set by Ottoman Hands' Founder, Deniz Gurdal: Emotions and Traditional Forms, and Patterns and Symbols of Afghanistan, made in collaboration with skilled jewellers in the heart of Kabul's Old City.
Posted: 15 April 2025
As the doors close on the 75th edition of Spring Fair, the UK's largest retail trade show for Home, Gift & Fashion, the NEC Birmingham has been buzzing with energy, innovation, and meaningful connections. Over four days, more than 38,000 retail buyers and industry professionals gathered to discover the latest trends, meet suppliers, and be part of the ever-evolving retail landscape.
Posted: 10 February 2025
Stock buying lists at the ready; Pantone, the global colour authority and provider of professional colour language standards and digital solutions for the design community, today introduced PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse. An evocative soft brown that transports our senses into the pleasure and deliciousness it inspires: cacao, chocolate and coffee, appealing to our desire for comfort. "Underpinned by our desire for every day pleasures, PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse expresses a level of thoughtful indulgence" says Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director Pantone Color Institute. Sophisticated and lush, yet at the same time an unpretentious classic, it extends our perceptions of the browns from being humble and grounded to embrace aspirational and luxe; presenting a discrete and tasteful touch of glamour."
Posted: 6 December 2024
Art licensing and design studio The London Studio has announced a collaboration with Parisian fashion-house Olympia Le-Tan® for an exciting new range of high-end clutches and designer evening bags. These stylish accessories will feature designs from The London Studio's new retro-inspired brand called Dreamadelic.
The range will be previewed during Paris Fashion Week, an annual week-long fashion industry event where the latest collections are highlighted in runway fashion shows to buyers and the media. Paris Fashion Week takes place from 23-29 January 2025. The launch into retail is planned for fall-winter 2025, a fashion season that takes place between summer and autumn.
Posted: 25 November 2024
