Messe Frankfurt India Trade Fairs India Pvt Ltd and Gifts & Accessories, the Exhibition Division of Netlink Solutions (India) Ltd, together announced new dates for their leading consumer goods exhibitions due to inaccessibility of venues in March 2021. The new dates will unite key segments during the buying season of 2022 and create more favourable conditions for trade.In line with the recent announcement and discussion with venue authorities, the organisers have decided to reschedule Paperworld India, Corporate Gifts Show and Interior Lifestyle India, presented by Ambiente India, to 3-5 March, 2022.... read more
Posted: 19 February 2021
Top Drawer, the first buying event of the season, hosted an agenda of live product launches and expert seminar sessions and has now made the content available for the industry until 21st February, 2021. Liberty's Home Buying Manager, Bryony Sheridan, has praised the show's virtual offering, stating: "In these unusual times, creating ways for buyers and brands to connect has never been more important, the team behind Top Drawer On Demand has done a marvellous job at creating such a community for the retail industry."... read more
Posted: 8 February 2021
When all eyes would usually be on the Main Stage after the first day of trading of Spring Fair, the Sunday night atmosphere will be recreated with all eyes on laptops with four special online ceremonies featuring all our categories winners and highly commended companies over the course of our headline sponsors Spring Fair @ Home event. The Giftware Association embarked on a digital journey at the beginning of the year to celebrate the finalists in Top Secret awards ceremonies for each of the 22 categories.... read more
Posted: 5 February 2021
Harrogate Fashion Week has announced the dates for the spring/summer 2022 edition. Dates of Sunday 1st and Monday 2nd August have been confirmed and the response so far from agents and manufacturers within clothing, footwear and accessory brands has been positive.According to a press release, "An overwhelming comment from the industry this season has been that a fashion trade show is needed to meet up with both new and current stockists on a good date line and in a central location."... read more
Posted: 20 January 2021
Gallery Fashion & Shoes has moved its format to a virtual show, last a longer period from 28 January - 15 February 2021.Ulrike Kähler, Managing Director of Igedo Company, says, "As the lockdown has been extended until the end of January 2021, the hybrid version of Gallery FASHION & Shoes will no longer be able to take place as a physical event at the Areal Böhler in Düsseldorf. We informed our exhibitors about this on 8 January 2021: the format will now only be held digitally but will run for longer: from 28 January - 15 February 2021. The COVID-19 regulations also make it impossible to go ahead with the Showroom Concept as planned."... read more
Posted: 19 January 2021
Joe Davies has announced that is to reschedule its At Home event due to the current UK lockdown, moving the event to 1st to 12th March.The company has also announced that it will remain open with reduced manning throughout January and February to supply post offices, pharmacies, garden centres and online retailers. Paul explained "It's sad news that another lock is necessary but we understand the reasons completely. The good news is that the vaccination program is well under way and the end is in sight. Moving the show to March will mean that many more of our customers will be able to safely attend."... read more
Posted: 7 January 2021
Hyve Group is proud to present Spring Fair @ Home taking place virtually on 8th - 10th February, 2021. This year, in place of physical shows, Hyve Group's UK portfolio will be going virtual. Designed to bring the industry together, even when we remain apart, Spring Fair @ Home will provide a key hub for industry professionals in the UK and around the world. Bringing together the key elements of what makes Spring Fair special, Spring Fair @ Home will provide key industry insights, as well as a first-hand look at the latest products, trends and collections. Amongst the exhibitor line up are names such as Coach House, Puckator, Moulin Roty, Paper Salad, T & G Woodware, and Alexander Thurlow.... read more
Posted: 21 December 2020
The Good Retail Awards are now open for entries. The awards celebrate retailers making a positive impact in the retail industry. The year 2020 has been a difficult year for all of us. It is the organisers hope that the Good Retail Awards 2021 can shine a light on those in our industry who have achieved success in spite of all the challenges faced this year.... read more
Posted: 7 December 2020
Following the cancellation of NEC Spring Fair, Gift Importer Joe Davies has announced a showroom event of its own. The Joe Davies at Home Spring Fair will take place every day from 1-12 February, 2021, at the company's spacious showrooms, including a special weekend opening on the 6th and 7th February.Paul Hooker, Commercial Director, commented, "We love exhibiting at Spring Fair, it really kicks the year off to a positive start and we are so sad not to be there. Following the huge success of our Autumn event, we will be having a Spring Fair 'At Home' of our own."... read more
Posted: 4 December 2020
HOMI, the lifestyle exhibition dedicated to lifestyle and home decorations, initially scheduled for January 2021, has been rescheduled to 5 to 8 September at fieramilanocity and Mico together with the Salone del Mobile. The new calendar will enable HOMI to continue in its work of transforming the event from a simple meeting between supply and demand into an international networking hub for the entire value chain. In expectation of the upcoming event, HOMI will continue to develop its digital project and stay close to businesses and professionals with its year-round visibility platform.... read more
Posted: 30 November 2020