Posts Tagged: New York Gift Show

Cutting Edge Gifts for the Man Who has Everything

Posted on September 4, 2012 by Stacey Bewkes   •   13 Comments
This month marks both my anniversary and my husband’s birthday. It’s hard enough coming up with creative gifts for a man year after year but when years become decades, it becomes quite the challenge. In addition to other skills, my husband is an excellent cook and enjoys good quality culinary tools.…
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New York Gift Fair Hard Core Tabletop

Posted on August 30, 2012 by Stacey Bewkes   •   10 Comments
I was delighted to see that the New York Gift Fair featured hardboard placemats. Not only are they classic and elegant, but practical, and who doesn’t love that combination? With stylish designs and wipeable surfaces, it’s a win win. Several examples were seen at the Gift Show in a variety of categories and price points.…
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New York Gift Fair Tabletop Delights

Posted on August 30, 2012 by Stacey Bewkes   •   4 Comments
The New York Gift Fair offered so much terrific tabletop that it’s hard not to share just one more post on the beautiful linens and mats I saw. One company who had exhibited before but I was not familiar with is NYC based Tina Chen.…
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New York Gift Fair Tabletop Temptation Two

Posted on August 28, 2012 by Stacey Bewkes   •   16 Comments
The New York Gift Fair featured tabletop temptation in a variety of size, shape and materials. One category is of course dinnerware and I was pleased to discover several new sources of ceramics. The charming porcelain of Jacques Pergay is handmade in their factory in Limoges, France.…
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Bold, Bright and Beautiful at the New York Gift Fair

Posted on August 24, 2012 by Stacey Bewkes   •   3 Comments
Come make the jump and read my latest piece over at Cottages and Gardens, where I highlight the continuing trend of bold, bright and beautiful color as seen at the New York Gift Fair!! Bright and bold color at the New York Gift Fair  …
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New York Gift Fair | Recycling the Past

Posted on August 23, 2012 by Stacey Bewkes   •   8 Comments
While I of course love seeing what’s fresh at vendors I know, part of the fun of attending the New York Gift Fair is the hunt for new companies and merchandise. One of my recent favorites in the category of making the old new again was Europe2You.…
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Old and New at the New York Gift Fair

Posted on August 22, 2012 by Stacey Bewkes   •   9 Comments
A recurring theme throughout the design world is the mix of old and new. From rejuvenating heritage brands to repurposing found objects or using inspiration from the past in new and refreshing ways, it is an exciting trend. And at the New York Gift Fair, it old and new also meant finding new products and inspiration at familiar lines as well as discovering new ones.…
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Local Favorite Juliska at the New York Gift Show

Posted on August 20, 2012 by Stacey Bewkes   •   7 Comments
Located not far from me in Connecticut, Juliska is a local design favorite. Their store in Stamford is a constant source of style inspiration. Beautifully merchandised, it always features tempting treats as well as creative entertaining ideas. Juliska bamboo plates In addition, they occasionally sponsor interesting events, and I recently attended a flower arranging class led by talented Design Manager Christine Keane, below right, instructing me on how to get my arrangement to even remotely resemble her beautiful example.…
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The New York Gift Show – A Sneak Peek

Posted on August 19, 2012 by Stacey Bewkes   •   13 Comments
I spent the entire weekend at the New York Gift Fair. Saturday I perused Pier 94 which is large but somehow manageable. Sunday, however, I tackled the Javitz Center which is a behemoth of a show. I walked literally from 9:30 to 5:30, taking in what I could – trying to visit known vendors and discover some new ones.…
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New York Gift Show Finale

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Stacey Bewkes   •   16 Comments
I would imagine many of you are familiar with Belgian designer Serge de Troyer and his Miami based company. His lucite trunk, an iconic piece that I featured here, is now available in a smaller version. The pillow inside is part of a new collection cleverly made from upcycled fur coats.…
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