State of the Industry: Summer 2021
A look at non-pandemic-related trends that are influencing the retail industry for 2021 and beyond, with Ivystone CEO Doug Cofiell.
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NEW! State of the Industry Summer 2021
Posted: 7/26/2021
A look at non-pandemic-related trends that are influencing the retail industry for 2021 and beyond, with Ivystone CEO Doug Cofiell. -
NEW! Food, Fashion, Fun
Posted: 7/23/2021
This fall customers will be looking to tailgate with friends, enjoy good food, and look fashionable while doing it. -
NEW! Michel Design Works Live from Atlanta
Posted: 7/14/2021
In case you missed it, you can watch the Michel Design Works Live from our Atlanta showroom event now.
Back to the Stands in Style
This fall customers will be looking to tailgate with friends, enjoy good food, and look fashionable while doing it.
Michel Design Works Live From Atlanta
In case you missed it, you can watch the Michel Design Works Live from our Atlanta showroom event now.
Dallas Market Flipbook
Known for our visual presentation and creative merchandising ideas, Ivystone showrooms are an excellent source of inspiration for your store.
Fall Home & Lifestyle Trends
Monica Loving, Ivystone VP, discusses home trends that will continue to be hot for the rest of 2021.
Preparing for Candle Season
Understanding consumer candle buying patterns throughout the year and into the fall and holiday season can help you stock inventory appropriately and become a resources to shoppers looking for the perfect fragrance, whether for gifting or personal use.
Evelyn Julian Named REA Sales Finalist
Q&A with Evelyn Julian, 1 of 3 finalist for the REAs Sales Rep of the Year Award.
Fall Décor & Decorating Trends
To prepare for transitioning our homes from summer to fall, we’ve gathered on-trend looks for the season ahead.
Hot Products for Cool Guys
10 Gifts men actually want! While your primary customers may be women, women also buy on behalf of husbands, partners, kids, friends, relatives, etc. Our Hot Products for Cool Guys Guide includes items that will merchandise together to tell a great men’s summer story as well as make perfect “just-because” gifts.
10 Products to Spark Summer Inspiration
Americana products are a great way for retailers to reach out to consumers in a light-hearted, creative way in weeks leading up to the holiday. According to the National Retail Federation, almost 30% of Americans plan to purchase patriotic merchandise for the 4th of July. Our red, white, and blue Americana products are festive, nostalgic, and in style all summer long.
Welcome to the New Ivystone
We've got a fresh new vibe, and we're as committed as ever to driving growth while providing a firm business foundation.
Industry Achievement Award – Patti Carpenter
Patti Carpenter, global trend ambassador, will be honored during the 70th annual Retailer Excellence Awards (REAs) with the 2021 Gift for Life Industry Achievement Award. This year the REAs will take place virtually on Tuesday, August 3rd.