SEPTEMBER PRODUCT PICKS

4 Buying Trends Influenced by the Pandemic

As we come into Spring, we’re beginning to see trends that showcase mood-boosting colours and styles as we transition from a period of uncertainty to prudent positivity. Lockdown has reminded us to treasure the moments with loved ones and give ourselves a bit of love as well. As a result, consumers are pursuing meaningful gifts and selfcare products as well as exploring ways of creating an uplifting environment at home. Plus, Australian Made brands continue to soar as more and more consumers aim to support local businesses and locally made product. Uncover four post-pandemic trends for the Spring Summer season, featuring products from leading suppliers who will get your creative thoughts spiralling!

1. Meaningful Gifts

ROYAL SELANGOR

In a time when not everyone can gather, gift-giving is all the more important and the perfect way to show you care. Gifting more meaningful products with a personalised touch is a trend we will see this holiday season and beyond. Anyone who’s experienced lockdown has a newfound appreciation for their loved ones and what better way to show you missed someone than gifting something with a bit more meaning to it. Royal Selangor explores the concept of timeless and meaningful gifts with a brand new, top-of-the -line range of flasks. Woodland celebrates the best of British flora and fauna with the Stag Hip Flask. Framed in oak and elm leaves, the reverse of the hip flask provides ample space for personalisation.

2. Creating Ambiance

ENJOY LIVING

Creating ambiance at home for everyday living or that special occasion is simple with mood lighting. It can improve moods and create an overall tranquil atmosphere - something we all need whether in lockdown or hosting that first dinner party when we can all meet again. Spring is here and it couldn’t come soon enough! Most of us have endured the winter months indoors, thanks to lockdowns, and a season change is as good as a holiday. Now more than ever, we are looking forward to getting outside to enjoy the balmy evenings with alfresco dining and night-time swims, even if it is in our own back yards. Enjoy Living Outdoor Candles provide the most stunning instant mood lighting, and are loved for their water and UV resistance. No more mad dash to save candles from the elements – sun, rain or pool splashing! Bringing a little luxe to outdoor settings, this range is in stock, selling fast and ready-to-ship. Weather resistant flameless candles now available in two sizes.

3. Self-Care

MARY GRACE

It’s becoming increasingly important to take time out for ourselves and practice good self-care to boost our emotional health and overall well-being during the tough times. COVID-19 has upset our daily routines, our future plans, and our lifestyles but consumers are starting to prioritise the importance of self-care. One way or another, everyone has their own idea of self-care but one trend that is flourishing – quality skin care! Let us introduce you to Mary Grace. She is Poised, Elegant and Sophisticated. With a focus on home fragrance, beauty, skincare and gifts, Mary Grace has all your bases covered and continues to create beautiful, luxurious products without any of the allergy inducing or filler ingredients often found in other products.

4. Australian Made

OVERWROUGHT GARDEN ART

The Australian Made Campaign launched the ‘It’s never been more important to Buy Australian than right now’ initiative in June 2020 to help spread the importance of sourcing from our amazing local manufacturers – this was the start of something special in Australia. In October 2020, Australian Made Campaign revealed that 99% of Australians are aware of the Australian Made logo and 92% trust the logo as an identifier of genuine Australian products. Overwrought Garden Art is dedicated to creating beautiful hand-made, decorative metal garden art. They produce their ever growing range of handmade garden art, wall art, sculptures, signs, furniture, fire pits and bird baths, in an old farm shed. It doesn’t get more Aussie than that! Featured is the rustic Brushtail possum stand, one of Overwrought's most popular pieces.