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The retail industry has had a positive month this May with an increase in sales for major retailers and the launch of sustainable initiatives.  

With 1.18 billion daily users, Facebook is the world’s largest social media platform and a vital marketing tool for any retail business.

Exhibiting at a trade show abroad is a really good way to break into international markets. These are the things you need to think about if you are. 

The Summerhouse sector, Autumn Fair’s curated collection of on-trend gift, home interior, lighting and lifestyle brands, is set to expand for the coming September show. 

The Play & Tech sector of Autumn Fair is home to the most exciting and popular kids wholesale products and brands in retail.

One of the most important and effective marketing methods in the retail industry is word of mouth.

The global furniture market is set to increase year on year, hitting €670 billion by 2024. This market can be competitive but the future looks positive.

Ian snow, a wholesale sustainable furniture company, is different than most furniture suppliers because they put ethics at the core of everything they do.

Instagram marketing is a useful tool that both big and small brands should be taking advantage of.

If you’re looking to exhibit at a trade show for the first time, we’ve rounded up some tips to help get you started.

Spring & Autumn Fair have launched a monthly newsletter filled with helpful and insightful content. We wanted to introduce you to the faces that make up the team.

There are too many fresh and exciting Autumn Fair exhibitors to list, so here’s a small snapshot of the Beauty & Wellbeing suppliers you will find at the show.

One of the key spring summer fashion trends for s/s 2020 is natural and honest. The wonders of nature blends contemporary craft and imperfect beauty.

Keep up to date with what happened in the retail industry this April, with this month's retail new roundup - editor's picks. 

Pavilion Broadway, a bricks and clicks homewares company in the Cotswolds, was established eleven years ago by David Ewart and his wife.

Millennials are the largest living generation, so it’s important for retailers to familiarise themselves with their buying behaviour.

Subscription boxes are the most popular way to market retail subscriptions to consumers, with half of all millennials in the UK signed up to at least one.  

Now that mobile shopping and browsing is so mainstream, a lot of the products consumer’s purchase are an impulsive buy.

If you’re looking to get the attention of publications and editors but don't have the budget to hire an expensive PR firm, we’ve come up with some PR tips for small businesses.

Rachel Ellen, based in Nottingham, is one of the UK’s leading suppliers in children’s wholesale greeting cards and co-ordinated gifts.

While every retail store will have multiple different types of customers, they can be broken up into five more general terms. A different sales approach will work best with each.

In the Living Sector, you will find some of the best furniture and homeware suppliers in the business. Here is a snapshot of some of the home companies that should be on your radar. 

Personalisation is very on-trend in the retail industry. Consumers want to feel an emotional connection to the brands they are using and wearing.

Mr Miles, a tearoom based in Taunton, were originally solely trading as a café, but they quickly realised the importance of offering a full buying experience.

Exhibiting at trade shows can do a lot for your retail company including lead generation, developing your brand, and learning about the industry. 

A look at the macro fashion trends that will be evident in spring/summer 2020. The macro S/S 2020 trends will be honest, limitless, ritualistic, and brave. 

Starting your own business can be an exciting yet sometimes challenging feat. If you’ve thought of a business idea you’ve the hardest part sorted. Now it’s time to do your research and embark on your new business journey. Here are our top tips for starting a retail business.

Find out more about where Superdry is at with their infighting, Ebay’s success with small retail businesses, Wayfair’s first step to becoming a hybrid retailer, and why April is set to have better sales than March, in this months retail news - editor’s picks.

When consumers shop in-store (and even online) they aren’t solely looking to buy products, they are also looking for an interactive retail buying experience.These five retailers are offering an in-store digital experience. 

Business blogs are a great way to attract and engage potential and existing customers in retail. It can help you to connect with your customers in a way that will provide value to their lives.