News — Buying

Last week I attended the New York gift show. Buyers come from across the country and from around the world to the Jacob Javits Center in Manhattan to check out over 2500 exhibitors. The market showcases lines across the home, lifestyle and gift spectrum. It is a great place to see new product introductions from our existing vendors and to find new, fun products. My managers from Caddywampus and Poppins also came along for the experience. Our favorite part of market was meeting the artists and makers. It's so fun to chat with the creative people behind the products in our stores.        . ...

The first buying trip of the year was to the Americas Mart in Atlanta. This market is huge, the showrooms are gorgeous and comfy walking shoes are essential. I found lots of cute new items for Poppins and our sister store, Caddywampus.