Gift Focus inc Attire Accessories - Page number 9 - July/August 2021

9 EDITOR’S LETTER On the cover U.S. company Moonglow (www.moonglow.com) ha s made its way onto UK shores, and we predict big things for this beautiful jewellery brand. Check out our interview with the team on page 128. A new world While the pandemic has undeniably thrown up many challenges, it has also encouraged new trends and habits to be cemented, and many for the better. While conscious consumerism was slowly evolving pre-pandemic, the economic uncertainty has inspired many across the globe to readdress their shopping patterns. Of course, there is the environmental aspect, with the huge surge of eco-products educating many that green buying is the way forward. However, conscious consumerism also covers shopping responsibly – when times are hard, for many it’s a case of quality not quantity. And as the high street reopens and shoppers pound the pavements once more, it may be one habit that continues post-crisis. The good news is; quality is what independent gift companies do best. I delve further into the topic of how buyers and retailers can buy back better in my blog on page 150. This issue we continue to showcase companies and brands that not only produce a veritable feast of quality product, but also that push themselves to factor in an eco-conscious angle to boot. What’s not to love? Also, check out our features on Christmas, Halloween, men’s products, and photo frames and albums for just a sample of what these amazing brands have to offer. Until next time! Louise Prance Editor EDITOR Louise Prance +44 (0)1376 535 613 louisep@giftfocus.com EDITORIAL MANAGER Danielle Harvey SALES AND EVENTS DIRECTOR Sarah Ellis +44 (0)1376 538 490 sarahe@giftfocus.com ACCOUNT MANAGER Lauren Wright +44 (0)1376 535 600 laurenw@giftfocus.com PRODUCTION MANAGER Scott Brothwell SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNERS Sarah Hill, Stephanie Hodder, Vicky O’Connor, +44 (0)1376 535 616 artwork@kdmediapublishing.com PRODUCTION ASSISTANT Lorna Butcher WEB DEVELOPMENT MANAGER Stuart Weatherley SUBSCRIPTIONS +44 (0)1376 514 000 subscriptions@kdmediapublishing.com KD Media Publishing, Pantile House, Newlands Drive, Witham, Essex CM8 2AP www.giftfocus.com Gift Focus and Attire Accessories are solely owned, published and designed by KD Media Publishing. Whilst every effort was made to ensure the information in this magazine was correct at the time of going to press, the publishers cannot accept legal responsibility for any errors or omissions, nor can they accept responsibility of the standing of advertisers nor by the editorial contributions. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher. Gift Focus is published six times a year. ISSN 1758-0897 @giftfocus @giftfocusmag @gift_focus Gift Focus magazine is proud to be associated with and supporters of: