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New! Industry Update with Doug Cofiell July 2024
Posted: 7/18/2024
Explore insights from Ivystone CEO Doug Cofiell on how current economic trends, housing market dynamics, and strategies for retail success are shaping the landscape for 2024. Discover the impact of demographic shifts on consumer spending, economic resilience amidst post-pandemic challenges, and effective retail strategies like experiential events and strategic partnerships. -
New! Brighten Your Sales: Candle Retail Tips
Posted: 7/8/2024
Half of all candle sales occur in the 4th quarter, making it crucial for retailers to have appropriate fragrances and enough inventory. -
New! Party Perfect Picks: Retailers Guide to Effortless Entertaining Essentials
Posted: 5/8/2024
Summer's warmth brings the perfect opportunity to revamp your retail space with the latest in fashion and accessories. Dive into our curated selection of brands offering everything from chic beachwear to elegant soirée accessories, ensuring your customers step into summer with style.
Home Textile Trends
72% of consumers say one thing they value more now than they did pre-pandemic is a comfortable home, and textiles go a long way toward helping set the mood of a space. Able to be utilized in endless combinations, textiles can help make any home feel warm and personal.
Home Decor Trends
Rebecca Mattie, Vice President of Design at Napa Home and Garden, joins us to discuss product and style trends, as we've shifted in recent years to utilize our homes differently.
LAFCO Brand Spotlight
Reflecting on LAFCO's beginnings after 30 years of innovating home fragrance.
Home Fragrance Trends
Jon Bresler, founder of LAFCO, joins us to discuss trends in home fragrance, as customers are increasingly purchasing candles as a focal point for their home décor and aromatherapy-like relaxation and stress reduction.
The Shelfie: Your Store's Story in One Shot
A new, convenient, and relatable way to merchandise.
Fragrance Shopping Guide: Pick the Perfect Scent
When it comes to choosing a home fragrance, there are many products such as candles, diffusers, room sprays, and smart home diffusers. You can break down all scents into four main fragrance families: Floral, Woody, Citrus/Fresh, and Oriental. Everyone tends to gravitate towards one of these fragrance families, whether they notice it or not!
Social Media Inspiration for Retailers
Revitalize your social media imagination and build your content calendar with this list of retailer-focused ideas.
State of the Industry: Summer 2022
A look at current marketplace conditions that are influencing the gift and home retail industry, with Ivystone CEO Doug Cofiell.
Music is a Powerful Retail Tool
Ivystone CEO, Doug Cofiell, knows music is a powerful retail tool. Customers can feel positive, confident, and happy making their purchases just by hearing the right tunes, he keeps this in mind as he curates the Ivystone Showroom Playlists.
Conscious Beauty
Shoppers are expanding their commitment to healthier lifestyles when they’re shopping for soaps, shampoos, skincare, and other body care items that are less toxic and harmful for their bodies and for the planet.
Red, White, Blue & You
Between cookouts, family gatherings, and parades, we wanted to take a minute to highlight our favorite ways to honor our trusted USA colors.