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HOME AND GIFT: THE INDUSTRY'S FAVOURITE SHOW JUST GOT BETTER


With more big name brands, exciting new show sectors, unmissable keynote speakers, new networking opportunities and an improved show layout there are so many new reasons to visit Home and Gift this July.

Loved by retailers andexhibitors alike for its perfect timing, expansive offering, unique locationand summer setting there is no wonder that, after 58 successful years, Home andGift is still the industry’s favourite show.

For 2019, the experience hasbeen enhanced further to satisfy even the most seasoned buyer. With access tomore than 800 exhibitors and three brand new beautifully curated sectors, it isthe perfect place for visitors to discover unseen brands and emerging talent,as well as find leading names. They will also have the opportunity to relax inthe newly refurbished Majestic Hotel and hear from high-profile thought leadersat the new ShopTalk stage.

If that’s not enough, the 2019show will also see the launch of Match, a new initiate to connect the rightsuppliers with the best retailers through a VIP hosting programme and a rangeof online tools.

Show Director, Louise Morrissaid: “Home & Gift is unlike any other trade show and that’s why it isloved by the industry. Not only is it the perfect time to secure orders for themost important retail season, but it is also where the industry come together andrelationships are celebrated. Retailers and exhibitors can do business againstthe beautiful backdrop of Harrogate, making it the most majestic buyingexperience. In this challenging climate it’s more important to us than ever beforethat the 2019 show is a platform for meaningful connections, shared learningsand festivity; a truly unmissable event.”

New Big Name Brands to Home & Gift 2019

Premier Decorations Transomnia

Kikkerland Le Toy Van

S’ip By S’well Designed in Colour

Tyrrell Katz Caspari

Returning favourites

Jellycat Caroline Gardner

Wild and Wolf Sass & Belle by RJB Stone

Gisela Graham Joe Davies

Pacific Lifestyle Nkuku

Sophie Allport Container Group Buying

Heathcote & Ivory Village Candle

Debut sectors

  • Design Now: A beautiful selection of design-led products that showcase innovation and creativity.
  • Craft: Showcasing beautiful handmade products from the UK and around the world; the perfect place to discover unique pieces directly from artists, makers and craftspeople.
  • Taste: An exciting edit of fun and tasty giftable food and drink products, showcasing both emerging and well-known food and drink brands.

Endless inspiration

Inaddition to unmissable buying opportunities, ShopTalk provides visitors withunique opportunity to learn from some of the industry’s most inspirationalnames. Amongst the 2019 line-up is a bevy of speakers hailing from the north suchas Emma Edmondson, Deputy StoreDirector at Anthropologie, Matthew Galvin, Co-Founder ofcontemporary furniture creators The Galvin Brothers andLinda Burns, Personal ShoppingManager at Selfridges ManchesterTrafford—as well as the nationally celebrated Sophie Conran.

 

Morebig names are still to be announced for the new 2019 ShopTalk programme.

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Home& Gift 2019 will take place 14-17 July, across the Harrogate ConventionCentre and grounds of the Majestic Hotel.

Toavoid disappointment, it is suggested that visitors book accommodation as soonas possible. More information can be found at homeandgift.co.uk/plan-your-visit

Moreinformation about the show and its exhibitors can be found at homeandgift.co.uk

Formore information and high resolution images, please contact Jordan Evans atClarion Events
T: 02073847751 | E: Jordan.evans@clarionevents.com

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