SANTORO SECURES KEY RETAIL ACCOUNTS FOR CHRISTMAS 2026
SANTORO is delighted to announce that its 3D Pop Up greetings will be stocked by two of the...
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SANTORO SECURES KEY RETAIL ACCOUNTS FOR CHRISTMAS 2026
SANTORO is delighted to announce that its 3D Pop Up greetings will be stocked by two of the...
Paperworld Middle East postponed to September 2027
Messe Frankfurt Middle East, organiser of Paperworld Middle East, the region's leading...
AUTUMN FAIR CLOSES WITH RETAILERS ACTING ON NEW OPPORTUNITIES
Autumn Fair 2026 closed following four days of buying, discovery and networking at the...
Home & Gift Association meets with Government to address sector growth and trade challenges
The Home & Gift Association has met with the Department...
As we head into one of the busiest periods of the retail calendar, now is the time for careful planning, confi dent buying and making those all-important decisions that will shape the months ahead.
Whether you’re finalising your Christmas ranges, refreshing your gifting offer or looking for products that will encourage repeat visits to your store, this issue of Gift Focus is packed with inspiration to help you stay one step ahead.
Following on from our previous issue, we’ve dedicated another feature to Christmas Gifts, bringing you even more festive inspiration to help you curate a collection that will delight customers throughout the season.
We’ve also rounded up the latest Men’s Gifts, proving there’s no shortage of creative ideas for one of the trickiest gifting categories, while our Women’s Jewellery feature showcases stylish pieces perfect for thoughtful presents and impulse purchases alike. Meanwhile, our Toys & Games feature explores products that promise fun for all ages.
Beyond the product showcases, you’ll also find the latest industry news, business insights and supplier updates designed to help you make informed buying decisions and keep your retail offering fresh, relevant and profitable.
If you have exciting news, a successful store initiative or a story you’d like to share with our readers, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Louise Prance, Editor
PS. If you have any news you would like to submit to this site or Gift Focus magazine, please email editor@giftfocus.com
Louise x
The Autumn and Winter 26 jewellery and scarf collections from Miss Milly have now been launched and amongst the new creations, the brand has introduced mini magnetic brooches. Smaller versions of a product that has proven incredibly popular with consumers, this version will work better for lighter weight scarves and clothing, and for customers that prefer a more delicate accessory. They are also great for holding together clothing that gapes too much or for attaching a scarf to a top to keep it in place. Designs include floral, geometric, asymmetric and ladybird styles with plating in imitation gold and rhodium, and some crystals for golden quarter sparkle. A couple are plain metal for neutral appeal and to coordinate with more outfits, and there are also blue, green, purple and red designs. There are 13 SKUs in the mini magnetic brooches with more planned for next season based on their reception at Home & Gift Harrogate. Imitation gold plating, both matt and shiny, has also been introduced to the original, larger size magnetic brooches. Throughout this best-selling collection, there are a total of 50 new designs and colours so plenty of choice for refreshing your displays. www.missmilly.com
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Lavish splendour or cosy comfort? Back in February, Christmasworld in Frankfurt offered an exclusive preview of the upcoming festive season. Every year, the leading international trade fair for festive and seasonal decorations brings together leading manufacturers and brands from around the world to showcase the latest products and trends for every celebration throughout the year. One thing is clear for 2026: this Christmas is set to be opulent, emotional and delightfully animal-inspired.
Far from drawing consumers away from physical retail, social media is driving an estimated 1.7 billion visits to UK high streets every year - an average of over 30 million visits a week - according to new research from American Express. The Hype to High Street study, conducted with analysts Retail Economics, found that nearly two-thirds (63%) of UK adults have visited a shop or hospitality venue within the last year, such as a café or restaurant, after being influenced by content they saw on social media. Among Gen Z consumers (aged 18-28), that figure rises to 88%.
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