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HFN Named ICON Honors National Media Sponsor

HFN Named ICON Honors National Media Sponsor...

HFN will serve as national media partner for the 2010 ICON Honors in an alliance bringing the trade magazine together with the Gift & Home Trade Association (GHTA) and AmericasMart Atlanta to create and produce the inaugural ICON program, which celebrates innovation across the home and gift industry spectrum.  As the national media partner, HFN will affirm and champion ICON Honors among domestic and international...
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March Markets Approaching

March Markets Approaching...

Building on the momentum, buying power and customer partnerships that propelled its successful January Markets, AmericasMart is poised for its next showcase: The Atlanta Spring Gift, Home Furnishings & Holiday Market and Atlanta International Fine Linen & Home Textiles Market. Set for March 20-22, 2010, this two-in-one Market destination will offer rich product, abundant resources and fresh educational opportunities.  The...
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Happy Market Wednesday!

Happy Market Wednesday!...

It’s Market Wednesday, and that means the floors are buzzing. Many showrooms in Buildings 1 and 2 offer specials; in some cases, you just need to ask the showroom manager if they have any deals. Lowered minimums, free or discounted freight, floor samples for sale, Designer discounts, gifts with purchase, all kinds of great opportunities! Check out a list at bit.ly/9qp9Hq. It’s a post-January/pre-March buying opportunity....
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Young Contemporary is Young & Now with 2010 Trends

Young Contemporary is Young & Now with 2010 T...

     Young Contemorary also known as Young & Now was full of trend items this Market.  Spring & Summer 2010 Trends include: Metal details on dresses, jeans, tops, everything! Leggings in any color or fabric Smock dresses Pleated dresses Vests Bubble vests & coats Tie-dye One shoulder dresses Tube dresses with ruffle accents Sublimation tops and dresses Big floral prints PEACOCK PRINTS! Sequins A-line...
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Spring 2010 Accessory Trend Update!

Spring 2010 Accessory Trend Update!...

       January Market was filled with Accessories as Buyer’s looked for cute, classy and fun trends! All across market trends included: Cuff Bracelets Studded & Colorful Bangles Bling & Sparkle Details Big Chunky Rings Piled on Jewelry including Necklaces & Bracelets Colorful Leggings Summer Scarves Jewel Tone Pumps & Sandals Patent Pumps & Sandals Python Prints in Flats & Sandals Mixed...
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Guest Blogger Brooke Giannetti Talks about Her AmericasMart Discovery

Guest Blogger Brooke Giannetti Talks about Her Ame...

When I opened my store last year I never thought that I would be visiting Atlanta to find home furnishing resources. I asked myself “What could AmericasMart possibly have that I couldn’t find here in Los Angeles?” The answer to that question turned out to be “A lot!” Here are my top 10 things that I discovered/enjoyed during my latest trip to AmericasMart: 1. Blue Ocean Traders Blue Ocean...
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AMU Guest Blogger Peggy Johnson Spills on Survival Strategies

AMU Guest Blogger Peggy Johnson Spills on Survival...

I often refer to a quote by Helen Keller’s teacher:  “I came to teach, but I stayed to learn.”  That describes every class I have ever taught, every fashion show I have done….and more.  I have always found frontline decisions and experience to be the most valuable…along with sage advice from our sales reps…that give us insider tips on survival.  I always look forward to market to pull me...
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Children’s Buyers Upbeat in Atlanta

Children’s Buyers Upbeat in Atlanta...

Bailey Boys On Floor 13, AmericasMart’s Children’s World showrooms stayed busy as retailers restocked inventories depleted by a good holiday sales season. Monogramming is still popular, but it’s taking different forms other than traditional initials. There are more creative options. If you don’t want to invest in equipment for your store, partner with a trusted local business so you can offer the...
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Difference is in the Details

Difference is in the Details...

Throughout the January Atlanta Apparel Market, one thing stand out – detailing. Casual to contemporary, special occasion to betterwear, across categories and price points, various forms of visual interest abound. Interesting dimensional elements of sweaters give the appearance of layers in a single piece. Or new knitted options give customers a sweater option beyond traditional. Embroidery has been around for...
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T.J. Reid Offers Accessories Advice

T.J. Reid Offers Accessories Advice...

Popular speaker and editor of Fashion Advantage Magazine T.J. Reid presented her insight into creating an advertising and promotions plan for 2010 to buyers at the January Atlanta Apparel Market. Reid covered topics ranging from the basics of advertising and promotion to ideas for year-round in-store activities to draw buyers into your store. From how much to spend to where to spend to who to reach, Reid offered advice...
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