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Gift Focus magazine is the UK's leading bi-monthly trade publication for the giftware industry, distributed to independent retailers, high street multiples, department stores, e-tailers, garden centres, heritage outlets and all other gift stockists.
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As we move into the May/June issue of Gift Focus, the industry enters one of its most dynamic and opportunity filled periods, with retailers and brands gearing up for a busy summer season. This issue brings together a carefully curated mix of product inspiration, insightful business advice and forward-looking previews, all designed to help buyers stay ahead in a fast-evolving marketplace.
Our features explore the latest in kitchen and homeware alongside the continued rise of eco-friendly gifting, reflecting the priorities of today’s conscious consumers. Sustainability also takes centre stage in our business advice, where we examine how visible eco-credentials - from shop window to checkout – are increasingly driving customer trust and higher-value purchases.
We also hear from Theo Paphitis, whose straight-talking session at Spring Fair’s Hidden Forum delivers a timely reminder of the resilience and adaptability needed to succeed in today’s retail landscape.
Meanwhile, our company profi le spotlights Parkminster, a brand synonymous with quality, craftsmanship and enduring consumer appeal.
Looking ahead, we preview a packed calendar of industry events, including the Manchester Furniture Show, Home & Gift, PG Live, GLEE and Exclusively Housewares - each offering fresh opportunities to discover new products, connect with suppliers and gain valuable insight into the trends shaping the months ahead.
Happy reading
Louise Prance, Editor
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Lavoir is a founder-led laundry and homecare brand made in small batches in Cheltenham. Its first product, La Lessive, combines real Savon de Marseille soap flakes, water and a signature perfume from Grasse in a reusable one-litre metal tin sourced in Tewkesbury.
Although it is an everyday laundry product, the presentation and founder story allow it to sit naturally beside home fragrance, textiles and considered gifts. La Lessive retails at £32, with a trade price of £16 and a minimum opening order of eight units.
The brand is inspired by Founder Alex Besnard’s French grandmother, Mamie-Lou, and the household rituals passed down through family. Alex developed the product from concept to market-ready launch in seven months while working full time.
www.lavoir.co.uk
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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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