Monday February 4 2019 THE NATIONAL MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM, BIRMINGHAM
a major re-edit and rebrand for Autumn Fair 2019. The exhibition will switch locations within the
NEC from the Piazza to the Atrium, revealing newly organised halls. Two major boulevards will connect each sector of the show, ensuring buyers’ dwell time is maximised. The fresh layout will also bring together contemporary and general gift. According to ITE Plc, the re-edit will ‘improve
visitor flow and facilitate greater crossover buying opportunities, delivering an Autumn Fair that will be the sourcing destination for all of retail, with content that will encourage multiples to source more private label/own brand with exhibitors at the show. In addition, a new investment programme will focus on increasing attendance from online and international retailers.’ Louise added: “Our customers asked us to change
the layout of the show and to also see how we can bring the two separate gift halls together, and we listened. We are delighted to have achieved that.
The response has been beyond what we had expected. “Retailers will be attracted to the event by world- class content programmes that help them innovate and differentiate from their peer set. Maximising time at the event by finding the right partner or product will also be easily facilitated by Autumn Fair Product Match, which saw its soft launch at this year‘s Fair.” ITE Plc also promises a bold new look and feel in 2019 that will create ‘some retail theatre and magic moments that will inspire retailers to emulate in store’. Louise concluded: “Looking forward, Autumn Fair
is evolving as we embrace the structural changes in the market. Consumers have not stopped buying goods but how they buy has changed. “In 2019, both Spring and Autumn Fair are well positioned to continue providing a unique proposition for retailers. With the new re-edit plans,
show news
we’re looking to really optimise the Fair experience for both visitors and exhibitors, including updating show sectors to present real opportunities for crossover buying and better-enabled networking. As the hub for all of retail, 2019 will offer buyers tangible profitable insight that will help them stay ahead of the curve.”
hot products
A snapshot of housewares products on show at the Midlands exhibition Cambridge
Made from sustainable natural bamboo fibre, the Cambridge Bamboo Eco Sippy Mugs are a BPA-free alternative to takeaway cups. Cambridge says: ‘Save the environment, save time and save money; take your brew with you and reuse over and over again.’
u01619 342 268
uwww.portobellomugs.com
Salter
Salter says: ‘Add a stylish pop of colour to your kitchen with the Salter Iridescent Glass Kettle. On-trend and functional, with a 1.7L capacity and 360° swivel base, it illuminates from blue to red during use, and also features a Strix controller, boil-dry sensor and auto shut- off function.’
u0161 934 2268
uwww.saltercookshop.com
Lesser & Pavey
Lesser and Pavey brought its Home Sweet Home range to the forefront at the Autumn Fair. Additions included these new glass cutting boards in three designs of ‘fruits’, ‘baking’ and ‘antipasto’, which are available in two sizes and individually gift-boxed.
u01322 279225
uwww.leonardo.co.uk
Sophie Allport
Sophie Allport launched five new collections and more than 250 new products for Autumn/Winter at the Autumn Fair including the Holly & Berry range (pictured). This classic festive design, featuring green holly and vibrant red berries on a neutral stone coloured background, covers 38 products from tableware to crackers and gift wrap.
u01778 560256
uwww.sophieallport.com
Beldray
Beldray says: ‘The AIRGILITY Cordless Vac provides a lightweight and powerful way to clean the home’. Featuring a motorised floor brush with LED lights for maximum visibility, this vacuum cleaner converts into a handheld unit and also includes a 2 in 1 crevice and brush tool. With a battery that lasts up to 40 minutes and a 1.2L dust container, the 22.2V vac is billed as ‘the perfect tool for floor-to-ceiling cleaning’.
u0333 577 9820
uwww.beldray.com
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