A Christmas of creativity and nostalgia
According to Good Housekeeping magazine, the loss of the Queen and the cost-of-living crisis will make Christmas 2022 truly different to previous years. It predicts a real desire for nostalgia and the good old days
and believes that consumers will be seeking unique, personalised gifts brought from local shops and makers, with sustainability high on the agenda.
Whatever the actual trends turn out to be, retailers and buyers attending Harrogate Christmas & Gift from 15th to 18th January 2023 can be sure to find quality products to suit every budget and taste at the show. The products, which will fill the shelves in time for Christmas 2023, can be chosen with the 2022 festive season fresh in the mind. If you haven't already, don't forget to register for the show. This, show information and an exhibitor list can be viewed on the website - www.harrogatefair.com
Name on a beanstalk
Global Journey has come up with a fabulous new gift product that will really grow on you! Amazingly, you open the tin, add some water and just four days later the bean will sprout with your name. The Magic Beans are a great gift line and a novel idea for anyone who has everything. The display options are on an eco-friendly cardboard stand that rotates or a slimline 2-sided floor spinner. 'Grow Your Own Name' is a fast-selling novel gift for someone special. The display stand contains beans with 76 of the UK's most popular names, plus eight generic titles such as 'special daughter' 'Be Happy' etc and the tin is 100% recyclable.
Visit Global Journey on Stand A31
Decorative greenery
Norfolk Leisure brings a winter wonderland of Christmas trees, wreaths, and garlands to Harrogate 2023. US based The National Tree company has one of the largest collections of Christmas decorative greenery, including a wide range of styles and colours. Full of features and unique technology, such as Feel Real © Tips moulded from the tips of a real tree to create a realistic look and feel. Dual coloured lighting is also available on selected trees, a unique lighting option that allows you to choose from a variety of lighting functions including steady warm white, multicoloured twinkling and faded pastel, plus more. Visit Norfolk Leisure / National Tree company on Stand B15
Gifts wrapped up
GlobalHeaven Sends, the home of extraordinary giftware, is back at Harrogate this year with over 1500 new Christmas Lines debuting! This will be your opportunity to guarantee Christmas stock before it is available online, find out about our exciting showroom redevelopment, sign up for a trade account and get inspired by our festive displays. The Heaven Sends Angels will be on hand to walk you through our fabulous new ranges, answer your questions and update you on our plans for the year. We can't wait to see you.
Visit Heaven Sends on Stand C37