Gift of the Year Awards Deadline Extended – Brands Have Until 8th December 2025 to Enter!

The Giftware Association is delighted to announce that the deadline for entries to the Gift of the Year 2026 Awards has been extended by one week. Brands now have until midnight on Monday 8th December to submit their entries and showcase their products in the UK’s most prestigious gift and home awards.

This extension offers businesses extra time to complete their entries and seize the opportunity to elevate their brand in front of influential buyers, retailers, and industry experts.

Why Enter Gift of the Year?

 - Unmatched Exposure: Entries reviewed by a panel of over 150 judges, including leading retailers, buyers, and trend experts.
 - Industry Recognition: Winners and finalists gain year-round promotion through trade shows, social media, and press coverage.
 - Sales Impact: Previous winners have reported significant boosts in orders and brand visibility, with many products becoming bestsellers in the run-up to Christmas.
 - Networking Opportunities: Connect with key decision-makers and influencers at our glittering awards ceremony and beyond.
 
Chris Workman from The Giftware Association states “The quality of entries this year has been truly outstanding. Gift of the Year continues to shine a spotlight on the most exciting talent in the home and gift industry, and our winners are a testament to the creativity and extending the deadline, which is one of our worst kept secrets allows brands that extra chance to showcase their products and benefit from the incredible exposure the awards provide.”

Entries close at midnight on 8th December, so don’t miss your chance to put your products in front of the industry’s most influential buyers. Enter now at www.giftoftheyear.co.ukand make your brand part of the story.

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