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Destination retailers, wholesalers rebuild in aftermath of Hurricane Helene

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LATEST ISSUE

SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER 2024
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Cover Story: Hello Dolly!
"Create memories worth repeating" at Dollywood.

Souvenir Focus: Reminders from the resort
Name-dropped souvenirs and unique gifts are sure to sell.

Merchandising: Blow plush displays out of the water
Aquariums and rescue centers share their best tips for showcasing plush.

Product Trend: Wearing awareness
Guests wear their love for animals with clothing that reflects zoo values.

Theme Focus: The roots of retail
General stores remind customers of simpler times.

PRODUCT TRENDS

Sticking around

Personal and popular

Refreshing ideas

Reminders from the resort

Wearing awareness

Toys that delight

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Sunshine Award

Sunshine Award Winner: Sustainability, front and center

Gorillas make the walking sticks themselves. “They strip them, chew on them and the zookeepers square them off, and you can see how helpful it....

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Oct. 7-9: Northstar Fashion Exhibitors
St. Paul, Minnesota | www.northstarfashion.com

Oct. 7-9: CMC LA Market Week
Los Angeles | www.californiamarketcenter.com

Oct. 7-10: The Gathering
Orlando, Florida | www.thegatheringevent.com

Oct. 11-13: Corpus Christi Souvenir & Resort Show
Corpus Christi, Texas | www.pinnacle-shows.com

Oct. 15-18: Atlanta Apparel
Atlanta | www.atlanta-apparel.com

Oct. 22-24: Northern New England Gift Show
Bartlett, New Hampshire | www.northern-new-engalnd-gift-and-souvenir-show.ueniweb.com

Oct. 22-25: Dallas Apparel & Accessories
Dallas | www.dallasmarketcenter.com

Oct. 23: The Buyer's Cash & Carry
Lebanon, Pennsylvania | www.marketsquareshows.com

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