Gifts & Decorative Accessories

11/23/2024

Do you have any hot rod 🏎️ lovers in your customer base? Whether it's classic cars, project cars, race cars or someone who just really likes driving regular cars, these products are perfect to stock! 😉

Whether your customers admire classic automobiles, love to take on project cars or just enjoy a long drive, there is something for everyone.

11/22/2024

Did you miss our annual webinar where we discussed all the expected consumer trends for 2025? Not to worry, we've got you covered!

Take a look here and you can find 3 things:
✔️The results of the in-webinar polls
✔️A download link to the powerpoint with all the details we discussed
✔️A link to watch the whole thing back if you missed it!

How cool is that 😎

Back by popular demand, the GDA editors hosted their annual Trend Outlook webinar. Here's what to know about the coming year.

11/21/2024

We've got one more exciting list to share with you... our 20 Sales Reps to Watch! 🍾🍾

This list recognizes sales reps who didn’t win Retailer Excellence Awards in 2024, but are deserving just the same! The honorees include all of the regional runners-up for this year's REAs, as well as notable candidates from the original 2024 REA nominations.

Honorees include reps from Two's Company, OneCoast, DNA Sales, Road Runners LLC, Gib Carson Companies, Cliff Price & Company, Ivystone, Sales Producers, The Link Companies and more!

Our new annual list takes notice of some of the incredible sales reps in our industry who go above and beyond for their clients.

11/20/2024

We present to you our first-ever ⭐Women of Influence⭐ list, highlighting 20 women from across the industry!

We are proud to celebrate the amazing women in our industry, who not only have achieved their own worthy accomplishments, but have also helped others to thrive!

This year's list includes honorees from Little Words Project, Road Runners LLC, The Boutique Hub , Mix It Up, And Livy, Retail Mavens, Peking Handicraft Inc., Rooted in Retail, Adams & Co., Andmore, INK + ALLOY, Winton and Waits, Two's Company, Primitives by Kathy, Just Got 2 Have It!, nora fleming, SE Marketplace, FarmHouse Fresh Skincare and more!

Gifts & Decorative Accessories is proud to celebrate the amazing women in our industry, with its new, annual “Women of Influence” list.

11/20/2024

Look out Las Vegas Market attendees! After a two-year hiatus, Mud Pie is coming back to World Market Center Las Vegas! 🍾

Get all the details you need here 👇

Mud Pie is returning to Las Vegas Market after a two-year hiatus, bolstering the home décor and lifestyle offerings for buyers this January.

11/19/2024

Are you still trying to figure out your holiday merchandising displays? 🤔

Whether you're looking to spruce up exisiting displays or create brand new ones, take a look at these examples for a bit of inspiration and holiday cheer! 🎅❄️

These displays bring cheer whether you're looking to spruce up existing displays or wanting to try something new.

11/18/2024

We've got another acquisition 📢📢

Enchanted Moments has announced the acquisition of Golden Sales, a West Coast sales agency with a legacy that spans more than three decades.

Enchanted Moments just acquired a West Coast sales agency with more than 35 years in the toy industry.

11/14/2024

Missed It Live? Watch On-Demand! Our parent company, BridgeTower Media, now offers a free on-demand session of our recent webinar, 3 Proven Strategies to Unlock 3x ROI with B2B Content Marketing.

Hosted by Kurt Hawks, Chief Digital and Revenue Officer, this session dives into actionable strategies that drive growth. Learn how to understand your Ideal Customer Profile (ICP), craft impactful content, and optimize ROI.

Don’t miss out on these insights—watch on-demand today! https://bridgetowermedia.com/3-proven-strategies-to-unlock-3x-roi-with-b2b-content-marketing/

11/12/2024

Gift Sales Manager Association is hosting a FREE industry roundtable this Thursday to discuss the upcoming proposed tariffs and their potential impacts. Attendees will dive into actionable strategies to help your business adapt, stay competitive and thrive amidst these changes.

This event is open to both members and non-members.

Register here: https://www.joingsma.com/events/tariff-talk

11/10/2024

“Retailers [are] spending extra to bring in cargo early or continue shifting it to the West Coast to avoid any potential disruptions, much like they did earlier this year,” said Jonathan Gold, NRF’s VP for supply chain and customs policy.

Read more on what could be coming:

Facing the prospect of tariff hikes by President-elect Donald Trump and a possible East Coast/Gulf Coast port strike, import volumes at major container could be higher than previously expected.

11/09/2024

The holiday season is upon us and it is a time for hosting! 🦃🎅 Trying to come up with fresh, new, tasty ideas to please the masses can be tough.

Our editor's did some of the leg work for you by trying out 3 gourmet products perfect for hosting during the holidays! See what they tried and enjoyed 👇

Our editors have been cooking up a storm as the holiday season gets into gear! See a few gourmet goods they've enjoyed along the way.

11/08/2024

We've got some PUN-derful gifts (get it?? 🤣) for today's edition of Friday Finds!

Whether your customers are shopping for a friend with a quick wit or looking to add a bit of word play to their own day, these punny products are sure to get a laugh or two.

Help your quick-witted customers add a bit of word play to their day with these punny products that are sure to get a laugh.

11/07/2024

The finalists have been announced for the 2025 Toy of the Year Awards! 🍾🏆

Voting is now open through Jan. 10 and the winners will be announced at The Toy Foundation's Toy of the Year Awards Gala in February.

See who made the list 👇

More than 100 products made the finalists list across 16 categories for this year's awards. Voting is open now through Jan. 10.

11/06/2024

Curious about what’s hot for 2025? Our "Exploring Key Trends for 2025" webinar with Lenise Willis, Adelaide Elliott, and Amanda Erd will reveal the biggest trends in home styles, candle scents, and more. Save the date for November 19th.

Don’t miss it—register today: https://bit.ly/3ZZE7qe

11/05/2024

A new study by the National Retail Federation shows that Americans could lose more than $50 billion in spending power each year under Trump's proposed tariffs.

A new study shows that Americans could lose more than $50 billion in spending power each year under the proposed tariffs.

11/05/2024

If you heard any of the whisperings...they were true! OneCoast has been acquired! 😲 Read all about the change of ownership and what it means for BOTH major sales rep companies here:

Ivystone has acquired OneCoast as part of its strategic mission. See what the change of ownership means for both companies.

11/03/2024

Are you stocking fads or are you stocking trends? 🤔

Hear from experts who spoke at High Point Market about why one has more staying power in retail, along with more helpful advice!

At High Point Market, panelists in the Howard Elliott showroom discussed the nuances of fads, trends and timeless design.

11/02/2024

🌟 Oprah Winfrey has announced her favorite things for 2024!

Have you had time to peruse the list? What catches your eye? Let us know in the comments!

The icon's list can help guide retailers to quality bestsellers and trending categories for the coming year.