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Discover The New A Max Publishing special publication previewing and listing all the relevant trade shows in the licensing, gifts, greetings, party and housewares sectors

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Showtime 2020 As trade shows get ready to open their doors in 2020, it’s time to put your best forward!

As well as discovering exciting new suppliers and new products that could turn out to be best sellers, trade shows are also a fantastic opportunity to spot the trends, or to learn more about, for example, retail, sustainability or eCommerce from industry experts.

Plus, whether at home or on a global stage, trade shows also have an important social side, with a chance meeting with an industry friend often leading you into a different hall or to walk down another aisle.

Turn the pages of Showtime 2020 to see who’s doing what and when, with UK and international listings featured on pages 98-101.

Looking forward to bumping into you in the aisles!

Sue Marks, Angie Bryant and Ian Hyder Team Showtime Worldwide 2020

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The Inspired Home Show Organised by the International Housewares Association (IHA)

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This annual publication is produced by Max Publishing United House, North Road, London N7 9DP Tel: (0) 207 700 6740 E-mail: angieb@max-publishing.co.uk Web: www.max-publishing.com

DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR INDEPENDENT RETAILERS 4 MARCH 2020 REGISTER NOW www.housewaresshow.co.uk ‘The Housewares show is vital in our event calendar as it gives us a chance to meet our suppliers in a relaxed environment.’

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DISCOVER THE WIDEST RANGE OF BRANDS AVAILABLE FOR LICENSE IN EUROPE Brand Licensing Europe brings together 8,000+ retailers and manufacturers with 260+ brand owners and agents across entertainment, art, corporate brands, gaming, heritage and more.

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Brand Licensing Europe 2020 Brand Licensing Europe sashays into 2020 with a fashion theme following a record-breaking year and a venue move.

Over 8,000 licensing industry professionals attend Brand Licensing Europe (BLE) each year from all over the world - it’s the definitive event for the licensing industry in Europe. In 2019, the event relocated to a new home at ExCeL and secured record visitor numbers (8,062) and exhibiting companies (268).

BLE returns to ExCeL London on 6-8 October 2020 and will turn the spotlight on fashion licensing as its exclusive theme.

“Next year’s BLE will live and breathe fashion licensing: apparel, footwear, accessories and beauty.

“Ambitious early stage plans include a live catwalk, with dramatic themed shows beamed onto every digital screen throughout the venue,” explained Informa Markets VP of licensing Anna Knight.

“BLE has become infamous for its themes and we are so excited about next year’s. The wonderful thing about fashion in licensing is how inclusive it is. It’s accessible to every BLE exhibitor and its

Above: Visitors at BLE 2019.

Left: The Arcade at last year’s show.

Below left: BLE relocated to ExCeL, London, in 2019.

Below: Over 8000 licensing professionals attended BLE to do business.

Bottom left: Gaming is a huge licensing opportunity.

appeal is universal: it’s relevant to every demographic and is gender, race, age successful licensing programmes can and generation neutral.” have at retail,” states Anna. “And our Continues Anna: “We all have an Fresh off the Runway showcase, which emotional connection with fashion. For saw each of the show’s entrances years, toys have feature mannequins dressed in fashion x traditionally been licensing collab designs, including Barbie, the gateway to SpongeBob SquarePants and Call of consumer products Duty, was a brilliant taster and teaser for for brands, but our 2020 theme, which will really apparel is now highlight what ExCeL can offer BLE and helping to drive our exhibitors and visitors.” experiences and BLE features three exhibitor zones build brands, Character & Entertainment, Brands & especially for Lifestyle and Art, Design & Image categories like eSports, which have an Licensing - as well as the License Global older, hardcore, merch-driven, fanbase. At Theatre, Retail Trends Lounge and BLE 2020, we will be exploring fast License! This competition final. fashion, haute couture collabs, sustainability, the economy and more.”

One of the reasons Informa relocated BLE to ExCeL was the potential the venue offered to create a more experiential show for visitors and exhibitors. The organisers proved that this year with its three activations, which were a huge hit with visitors. They were Beyond the Book (publishing), Arcade (gaming and eSports) and Heritage X Interiors.

SHOW ESSENTIALS “Our 2019 activations DATES: 6-8 October 2020 were interactive, VENUE: ExCeL, London E-MAIL: anna.knight@informa.com inspirational, bold and WEB: www.brandlicensing.eu beautiful, a real testament VISITOR REGISTRATION: http://brandlicensing.eu to the impact creative, SHOWTIME WORLDWIDE 05

The UK’s premier showcase of hoUsewares, TableTop & small elecTrical brands

Request your ticket today at www.exclusivelyshows.co.uk

@exclusivelyshows Run by the industry for the industry

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Exclusively Exclusively is the UK’s premier showcase of housewares, tabletop and small electrical brands. Two days of the latest products, biggest brands, Christmas gifting and trend guides to 2021 awaits visitors.

More than 150 exhibitors and 350 brands will be on display as Exclusively showcases the best the industry has to offer: from the latest tools, gadgets and designer table settings to smart coffee machines, juicers and cookware.

Understanding the key trends in colour, materials and products are vital for product selection in 2020 and 2021. The unique product displays, trend talks and tours from trend

forecaster, Scarlet Opus, are a must-see element for many visitors.

In 2020, a new addition to the show will be the ‘Launchpad’, an area for small businesses, who are innovative first-time Exclusively exhibitors. Each company will bring something new to the market and should prove an exciting draw for those looking for something different.

Left: Buyers looking to source product.

Below left: Among the busy stands at the show.

Below right: Bloggers and influencers at Brand Showcase.

Bottom: Visitors at last year’s Exclusively.

Exclusively is attended by buyers, decision makers and merchandisers from across housewares, tabletop and small electrical sectors. Buyers represent independent cookshops, lifestyle retailers, garden centres, hardware and gift shops, and there is also a strong presence from national chains, including grocers, department stores and DIY stores.

A large and fast-growing new audience to the show are the bloggers, influencers and celebrities who, along with many journalists, are attracted to our Brand Showcase ‘highlights’ area, where new product highlights are presented in one dedicated space so they can be viewed quickly and easily.

For over 20 years, Exclusively has been delighting trade visitors who tell us that our unique format is extremely popular: a strict entry policy ensures that bona fide buyers are the main visitors; the inspiring environment in the Business Design Centre is comfortable to get around in two days; no individual company dominates the hall; and there is a friendly environment for an industry that likes to party.

With over 120 exhibitors and 350 quality brands our unique show is the place to find the key suppliers and latest new trends in one place.

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Giving & Living Giving & Living, which takes place from Sunday 12 January to 15 January, is the South West’s largest gifts and merchandising event, where visitors will discover the very latest trends in personalised gifts and home accessories that are set to hit the shops in the year ahead.

Giving & Living takes place, at Westpoint, just outside Exeter, and, once again, over 200 exhibitors from across the West and further afield will be showcasing a huge range of beautifully crafted gifts and unusual home accessories.

Coming close after Christmas, the event gives savvy retail buyers a head start for the new season. The show - a magnet for seaside-based retailers and attractions looking to test the water with new ideas - takes place in the heart of the West Country, surrounded by some of Britain’s best beaches and seaside destinations. No other show gives visitors so many coast-themed offerings.

Spread over four days, Giving & Living provides a uniquely relaxed and convivial environment where retail buyers can meet with suppliers and manufacturers to make those all-important purchasing selections for the year ahead, negotiate terms and build valuable personal relationships. Because it’s an annual event, visitors will be able to look ahead at items they’ll want to stock for Easter, Mother’s Day and summer - even into next Christmas - not forgetting christenings, birthdays and anniversaries!

Everything from cups to cards, fossils to furnishings, jewellery to jams and silver to sunglasses will be on show, enabling canny trade buyers to spot the goods that will drive their sales in 2020,

Above: Buyers browsing at last year’s show.

Below: A visitor takes a closer look at an item of jewellery.

Bottom: Among the plush products on display.

Designed and Made in Britain: this sector features a plethora of craftspeople and designers whose products have a distinctly local flavour. Many only exhibit at Giving & Living.

Naturally: highlights the stands whose products come from impeccably sustainable and ethical sources. Look out for the ‘Naturally’ logo.

Newcomers: the special Newcomers’ area showcases new companies that have never before exhibited at a trade show. Spot emerging design talent before your competitors.

Speakers Corner: Engage with a range of industry experts as well as enjoying demonstrations from some of the exhibitors at the show. Drop in sessions and short talks are free of charge.

Visit givingliving.co.uk to find out more about the exhibitors, as well as to see some of the special show exclusive offers available. You can also follow the show on Twitter: @giving_living

and to see which of the great gifts on display would be perfect for branding and personalising.

The exhibition is clearly marked for specialist products, neatly divided into sections allowing visitors to focus their efforts. Special features include: The Coastal Path: ‘sea-tailers’ with a retail outlet and attraction on or near the coast will find more coastal products than at any other trade show, inspired by sun, surf, sand and sea.

SHOW ESSENTIALS Follow the ‘Coastal Path’ DATE: 12-15 January 2020 to meet new and VENUE: Westpoint Exhibition Centre, Exeter established suppliers TEL: 01934 733433 who will be displaying EMAIL: mail@hale-events.com the Coast logo on their WEB: givingliving.co.uk REGISTRATION: givingliving.co.uk/visitor-registration stand fascia boards.

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Don’t miss the latest up-and-coming goods and gifts for EVERY occasion - and not least Christmas!

Register online today for FREE entry HARROGATE CHRISTMAS & GIFT

12 - 15 January 2020 - Harrogate Convention Centre

www.harrogatefair.com • Tel: 01902 882280 / 880906

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Harrogate Christmas & Gift For 70 years, Harrogate Christmas & Gift has held the position as the UK’s premier trade event for the Christmas and gift giving market, with the show’s platinum edition in 2020 offering a one-stop-shop not just for everything festive, but also for other gifting occasions throughout the year.

With its January timeline hitting the spot for buyers wanting to stock up early for Christmas 2021, there will be plenty to celebrate at this year’s special 70th anniversary show, which takes place at the Harrogate Convention Centre from January 12-15.

From Valentine’s and Mother’s Day to Easter, Father’s Day and Halloween, Harrogate Christmas & Gift has gradually expanded its product sectors over the years to include not only Christmas, but also other key gift giving occasions.

“It is incredible to think that a trade show can still be going strong after 70 years, and is a testament to the gift industry and its ability to adapt and evolve over the decades,” says show organiser Simon Anslow. “Yet Harrogate Christmas & Gift continues to do exactly that, starting with the toy industry in 1949 and evolving to feature festive goods and gifts.”

Talking about the different sectors that visitors will find in January, Simon continues: “In 2020, the show will be embracing the celebrations that society enjoys today, from Christmas, Hanukkah and Diwali to occasions that include Halloween, baby showers, birthdays, weddings and civil partnerships. We are such a diverse society, that there is always a good reason to celebrate and buy a gift, and Harrogate Christmas & Gift is the destination for retailers to source those products.”

Left: The Harrogate Convention Centre.

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Below lwdft: Down to business.

Ranges on offer this year will include everything from all year round gifts, to homewares, stationery, garden products, floral, toys, novelties, food gifts and greeting cards.

In fact, visitors will be spoilt for choice with eight halls at the Harrogate Convention Centre packed with exciting new products from over 100 exhibitors. A high proportion of companies - such as Premier Decorations, Joe Davies, Gisela Graham and Heaven Sends - have been attending the show for many years and are renowned and trusted brands, while some 16 brand new exhibitors, to include Brinc Nordic, Christmas & Advent Gift Boxes, Home Deco London and The Winter Workshop will

be showcasing product at Harrogate Christmas & Gift for the first time.

“Over the last decade, the show has seen continued growth in both exhibitor and visitor numbers and we hope that everyone in the industry will help us to continue this trend and join us for 70th anniversary celebrations and drinks at the show this year,” enthuses Simon.

Full details about the show, an exhibitor list and registration details are available at www.harrogatefair.com

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Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair 2020 Recognised as the world’s largest event of its kind, the fair presents an effective platform for manufacturers, exporters, wholesalers and designers to connect with buyers from all over the world. In 2019, the fair featured a record 4,380 exhibitors from 31 countries and regions and welcomed close to 50,000 international buyers.

A Positive Outlook The independent survey commissioned by the HKTDC during Gifts & Premium Fair 2019 showed that in general the industry is confident about market prospects, with 89% of respondents expecting overall sales to remain steady or increase this year. With regards to product trends, advertising gifts and premiums are tipped to have the greatest growth potential by 20% of respondents, followed by tech gifts (19%), figurines and decorations (9%) and toys and sporting goods (9%).

New Zone To Watch Out For As the world gets smaller each day, a cultural gift is a great way to connect with people from every corner of the world. Echoing such sentiments, Gallery of Cultural Gifts & Crafts is making its debut in 2020 to present a wide collection of cultural gifts and crafts with stunning design, authentic culture and time-honoured traditions.

Other Not-To-Be-Missed Zones Hall of Fine Designs features top-tier brands and products from around the world.

The 35th HKTDC Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair is set to return from 27-30 April, 2020 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.

World of Beauty, Fitness & Wellbeing presents a multitude of cosmetics, skincare, fitness and SPA products under one roof.

World of Camping & Outdoor Goods showcases gift ideas that connect consumers with the great outdoors.

Tech Gifts displays smart gift ideas that harness the power of creativity and technology.

Startup Zone is the platform for innovators and startup companies to present their bright ideas to international investors and buyers.

Secrets To Winning In The Gifts Industry And More To help visitors keep up with the notably fast-paced gifts industry and the ever-changing market trends, the fair invites trendsetters and key industry players from around the globe to talk about trade secrets and what’s new and hot. Furthermore, networking receptions and matching-services at the fair help facilitate professional exchanges and visitors to expand business contacts.

Top: The 2019 fair featured over 4,380 exhibitors and attracted close to 50,000 visitors, making it the largest fair of its kind in the world.

Above: The feature wall at the 2019 fair, embodying the essence of gift giving as being the expression of joy and love.

Bonus Concurrent Event The HKTDC Hong Kong International Printing & Packing Fair 2020 will run concurrently at AsiaWorld-Expo, providing visitors with an extra sourcing and learning opportunity for everything related to printing and packaging. A courtesy shuttle bus runs between the two venues. To discover more about the event please visit: www.hkprintpackfair.com Pre-register Now To Save HKD100 Online registration is now open. You may find the registration link or just scan the QR code below and fill out a simple form.

It will save you HK100 and all the hassle of queuing up and registering at the event venue.

SHOW ESSENTIALS DATE: 27-30 April 2020 VENUE: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre TEL: (44 20) 7616 9500 E-MAIL: london.office@hktdc.org WEB: hkgiftspremiumfair.hktdc.com/ex/10 VISITOR REGISTRATION: hkgiftspremiumfair.hktdc.com/ex/11 SHOWTIME WORLDWIDE 13

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IHGF Delhi Fair The recent IHGF Delhi Fair Autumn 2019, held from 16-20 October 2019 at the India Expo Centre & Mart, drove home a thought provoking message on sustainability and responsible manufacturing.

In keeping with the theme of ‘Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Repurpose & Recycle’, awe inspiring colossal installations of animals, butterflies, trees, etc., were showcased at the fair, made from 50 tons of industrial waste including plastic, metal, wood and fabric, perfectly exemplifying the amalgamation of traditional Indian lifestyle values and practices with reimagined creativity using cast-off everyday materials.

Expressing cosmic representations that expounded on ecological balance between nature and humans, the installations were a means towards a powerful messaging of Indic beliefs and practices anchored on the five great elements of cosmic creation - Vayu (air), Agni (fire), Varuna (water), Prithvi (earth) and Akash (sky/space/ether).

As a nation, India prides itself on its long history and tradition of harmonious co-existence between man and nature, with craft practices contributing to sustainable lifestyles. The IHGF Delhi

Fair Autumn 2019, built on workmanship, artisanship and innovative use of natural derivatives among raw materials, endeavoured to complement this affirmation by projecting these traditional values of being at one with nature, and a step towards building a consensus on practicing sustainable trade and living.

Emphatic displays of several ecofriendly home lifestyle lines, gifts and decoratives, made from recycled materials, as well as interesting assortments of fair trade products, further affirmed this.

Left: IHGF Delhi Show Autumn 2019.

Below right: The theme of the show was Refuse, Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.

Below left: Talking business at the show.

Below far left: One of the colossal installations at the 2019 show was an elephant.

IHGF Delhi Fair has been the charismatic face for the work of millions of Indian artisans involved in making distinct world class products that enthuse buyers and consumers across the world. This iconic show continues to be a promising resource for renowned global chains, with the patronage growing.

The 49th edition will be held from 15-19 April 2020 at the India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida Expressway, Delhi NCR. The fair is being organised by the Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH), the apex national body representing Indian Handicrafts manufacturers and exporters.

The EPCH facilitates its 1,0000+ members to customise and offer unique styles and quality products in Home, Lifestyle Fashion & Textiles to the global sourcing community.

For more information, contact: Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts, EPCH House, Pocket 6 & 7, Sector - C, LSC, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi - 110070, India. Email: visitors@epch.com or mails@epch.com www.epch.com

Over 7,000 trade visitors from 110 countries thronged to the fair over five days, to engage with the 3,200+ exhibitors spread across 197,000 sq. mtrs. in 14 display segments.

A substantial number of products at the show were influenced by what's going on in the world around us, strongly reflecting a trend of connecting back to our roots, to simplicity, to nature, to home, to family and to pure and authentic experiences, with lines in innovative, inspirational and forward thinking products.

This fair, certified as the world’s largest congregation of handicraft exhibitors under one roof, is known for showcasing India’s unrivalled product offer, backed by contemporary design inspiration, hand SHOW ESSENTIALS crafting skills and a DATE: 15-19 April 2020 varied raw material VENUE: India Expo Centre & Mart base. Globally renowned ORGANISER: Export Promotion Council for and strongly patronised Handicrafts (EPCH) by the international EMAIL: visitors@epch.com; mails@epch.com WEBSITE: www.epch.com buying community,

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THE GREATEST COLLECTION OF GREETING CARDS IN THE WORLD

sitting at the heart of the international greeting card community, PG Live brings buyers together with more than 250 established publishers, new designers and fresh young talent from around the world.

“We’ve never been so looked after at a trade show as we are at PG Live - just one of the things for us that means it stands apart from other shows. It has such a great buzz and positive vibe, which is especially welcome when retail is tough as it is at the moment.”

Miles Robinson, co-owner of House of Cards

PG Live 2020 Tuesday 2 - Wednesday 3 June Business Design Centre, London +44 (0) 1635 297070 www.progressivegreetingslive.com @PGLiveLondon #PGL2020

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Progressive Greetings Live 2020 Uncover the very best of the international greeting card community at PG Live 2020, taking place on Tuesday 2 and Wednesday 3 June, in Islington's beautiful Business Design Centre in the heart of London.

An essential date in the greetings calendar, Progressive Greetings Live offers both major buyers and independent retailers the perfect opportunity to focus on new ranges, new publishers and other exciting launches across the greeting card sector.

Carefully designed to ensure that buyers are able to focus on the cards, PG Live has earned the accolade of being 'the friendliest show in the business', thanks to its upbeat atmosphere and an unrivalled programme of freebies which make both days go with a swing.

A trade show with a difference, PG Live is proud to act as a focal point for the vibrant and creative greeting card community. Exhibitors use the show to launch thousands of new ranges and original designs each year, while visitors make the most of the brand new product and exclusive show offers.

The enviable exhibitor list features more than 250 established publishers, renowned artists and fresh young talent from around the globe, so it's no surprise that retailers, buyers, international distributors and licensees alike find the show invaluable for bolstering their portfolio for the coming year.

“We are really looking forward to the 2020 show, as each year we see PG Live growing in both popularity and influence,” said Warren Lomax, joint show director. “It's incredibly exciting to find out what our talented exhibitors have in store for 2020 - we love seeing how the wonderful greeting card industry

Above: Toasted Crumpet’s Jo Clarke (centre) with Between the Lines’ Florian and Ellie Kleinlercher.

Left: Meeters and greeters dressed in exhibitors' cards.

Below left: From left to right: Louise Tiler Designs' Gavin Nicholas and Louise Tiler with Tache's Pennie Bryant and Frank Nicholls. Celebrating five years at the show, the companies sponsored the lunchroom and opening night party.

Below: The Lagom design team with the PG Live keepsake 'I'm a card-aholic' tote bags that all visitors received.

reinvents itself each year with fantastic new designs, looks, styles and trends!”

Whether you are looking for ecofriendly cards, hand-made creations or something completely different, there will be thousands of options to choose from at PG Live 2020.

Book your free ticket now to be part of the action.

Show Exclusives PG Live will be the only trade show of the year for many leading publishers, such as UKG, Hallmark, Icon Arts, Paperlink and Emotional Rescue.

PG Live Showstoppers One of the most talked-about elements of PG Live is the fact that it is a little bit different to your usual trade show. The personal touch is all part of the secret to its success, with a plethora of fabulous added extras making everyone's visit as enjoyable and easy as possible.

These include free tea and coffee all day, free use of the Henry Cole Buyers’ Lounge, a free lunch (no soggy sandwiches here), free show catalogue and even a free specially-designed exclusive tote bag crammed with goodies. One of the highlights of the show is the fantastic after-hours industry party on Tuesday 2 June, where - you guessed it - the beer (and wine!) is all on us.

SHOW ESSENTIALS DATE: Tuesday 2 and Wednesday 3 June, 2020 VENUE: Business Design Centre, London TEL: +44 (0) 1635 297070 E-MAIL: warren@progressivegreetingslive.com WEB: www.progressivegreetingslive.com VISITOR REGISTRATION: www.progressivegreetingslive.com l Admission to the show is free to greeting card buyers, retailers, wholesalers, retail agents, overseas distributors and anyone wishing to buy or licence designs. Industry trade suppliers are not permitted entry.

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Find: Thousands of new & innovative home, housewares and Internet of Things products Learn: About color and consumer trends, retail best practices, design and smart home

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Visit: World-class retailers such as Crate & Barrel, Williams-Sonoma and The Container Store

14-17 March 2020 | Chicago, USA For more information, please contact the IHA UK Office: Mark Chapman, PR Direct Limited, +44 7915 063255, ihauk@prdirect.net

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The Inspired Home Show In March, the global housewares industry will go to Chicago for the 123rd convening of the industry’s primary marketplace, but the gathering will be under a new name - The Inspired Home Show, IHA’s Global Home + Housewares Market.

The change is part of the International Housewares Association’s (IHA) expansion of The Inspired Home platform, which was created to align with consumer trends shifting from functional home design to aspirational lifestyle development. Consumers drive retail purchases, and their lifestyles drive the things they buy. Design and function are no longer the sole reasons people purchase housewares products.

IHA remains committed to providing a world-class, trade-only Show while increasing the industry’s engagement with the consumer through connections with social influencers.

The Inspired Home Show will maintain all relevant aspects of the International Home + Housewares Show, including its ‘five expos in one’ format, while introducing new elements that help product suppliers and retailers meet the needs of the changing consumer marketplace, one in which consumers

are seeking to develop their own aspirational lifestyles, fueled by digital connectivity and fulfilled in an omnichannel environment.

The consumer sensibility will also influence other aspects of the Show, including educational sessions, special displays and networking events.

Keynote educational programming will include color trends presentations

by Lee Eiseman of Pantone, Tom Mirabile’s exploration into consumer lifestyle trends and a state of the industry report on housewares.

Other educational offerings will include Innovation Theater sessions all four Show days, the Smart Talks stage in the IHA Smart Home Pavilion and the Inventors Revue sessions. Throughout the Show are curated

Above: At The Inspired Home Show 2020, 20202021 color and material trends will be discussed at the Pantone ColorWatch display and seminars.

Below left: Buyers have a chance to find innovative new products and product lines that are not yet available in other markets. The Show features over 2.200 exhibitors – and more than 10.000 new product launches!

Bottom: Most Show services are free of charge, including admission to both the exhibit halls and the vast seminar program with pre-registration, efficient shuttle service to the nearby fairgrounds from downtown Chicago hotels and the Chicago Retail Tour the day after the Show.

displays providing insights on color and consumer trends, connected home and retail innovations, as well as displays helping buyers identify the newest and most innovative products in the industry.

New displays this year are a Smart Retail Experience exhibit providing a live, interactive display showing retailers what the store of the future could look like and Social Central offering Show attendees and exhibitors opportunities to meet with social media consultants on influencer and digital marketing.

For show information and free online pre-registration visit: TheInspiredHomeShow.com

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UK Shows 2020 JANUARY

23-25 Moda

5-8 Cornish Venture 2020

NEC, Birmingham Hyve Group Web: www.moda-uk.co.uk

Hendra Holiday Park, Newquay Venture Gifts Trade Shows Web: www.newquaygifttradeshow.com

28 - 1 March The Baby Show 12-14 Top Drawer Olympia, London Clarion Events Web: www.topdrawer.co.uk

ExCel, London Clarion Events Web: www.thebabyshow.co.uk

MARCH 12-15 Harrogate Christmas & Gift

4 The Housewares Show

Harrogate Convention Centre HITF Web: www.harrogatefair.com

Cranmore Park, Conference & Event Centre, Shirley AIS Web: www.housewaresshow.co.uk

12-15 Giving & Living

29-31 Harrogate International Nursery Fair

Westpoint Exhibition Centre, Exeter Hale Events Web: givingliving.co.uk

Harrogate Convention Centre Web: www.nurseryfair.com

19-21 Scotland's Trade Fair Spring/Scotland’s Speciality Food Show SEC, Glasgow Springboard Events Web: www.spring.scotlandstradefairs.co.uk

19-21 Wales Spring Fair Venue Cymru, Llandudno Wales Craft Council Web: www.walesspringfair.co.uk

19-22 January Furniture Show NEC, Birmingham Clarion Events Web: www.januaryfurnitureshow.com

21-23 Toy Fair 2020 Olympia, London British Toy & Hobby Association Web: www.toyfair.co.uk

FEBRUARY 2-6 Spring Fair NEC, Birmingham Hyve Group Web: www.springfair.com

2-6 Jewellery & Watch NEC, Birmingham Hyve Group Web: www.jewelleryandwatchbirmingham.com

9-11 Pure London Olympia, London Hyve Group Web: www.purelondon.com

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APRIL 4-7 British Craft Trade Fair (BCTF) Yorkshire Event Centre, Harrogate PSM Web: www.bctf.co.uk

21-22 London Stationery Show Business Design Centre, London Ocean Media Web: www.stationeryshowlondon.co.uk

21-22 Independent Toy & Gift Show Cranmore Park Conference & Event Centre, Shirley AIS Web: www.independenttoyandgift.co.uk

MAY 13-14 The Museums & Heritage Show Olympia, London M and H Media Web: www.show.museumsandheritage.com

15-17 The Baby Show NEC, Birmingham Clarion Events Web: www.thebabyshow.co.uk

19-21 Toymaster Show Majestic Hotel, Harrogate Toymaster Web: www.toymaster.co.uk

JUNE 2-3 Progressive Greeting Live 2020 Business Design Centre, London Max Exhibitions Web: www.progressivegreetingslive.com

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9-10 Exclusively

13-15 Top Drawer

Business Design Centre, London Brooke House Exhibitions Web: www.exclusivelyshows.co.uk

Olympia, London Clarion Events Web: www.topdrawer.co.uk

JULY

13-15 International Jewellery London (IJL) Alexandra Palace, London Reed Exhibitions Web: www.jewellerylondon.com

19-21 Pure London Olympia, London Hyve Group Web: www.purelondon.com

15-17 GLEE NEC, Birmingham Hyve Group Web: www.gleebirmingham.com

19-22 Home & Gift Harrogate Clarion Events Web: www.homeandgift.co.uk

20-21 Scotland's Trade Fair Autumn/Scotland’s Speciality Food Show

AUGUST

SECC, Glasgow Springboard Events Web: www.autumn.scotlandstradefairs.co.uk

2-4 Moda NEC, Birmingham ITE Group Web: www.moda-uk.co.uk

4 The Housewares Show Cranmore Park, Shirley AIS Web: www.housewaresshow.co.uk

OCTOBER Above: Among the characters at BLE.

SEPTEMBER 6-9 Autumn Fair NEC, Birmingham Hyve Group Web: www.autumnfair.com

6-8 Brand Licensing Europe 2020 ExCeL, London Informa Markets Web: www.brandlicensing.eu

23-25 The Baby Show Olympia, London Clarion Events Web: www.thebabyshow.co.uk

International Shows 2020 JANUARY 6-8 Hong Kong International Licensing Show Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre HKTDC Web: www.hktdc.com

6-9 Hong Kong International Stationery Fair Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre HKTDC Web: www.hktdc.com

6-9 Hong Kong Toys and Games Fair Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre HKTDC Web: www.hktdc.com

Paris-Nord Villepinte Web: www.maison-objet.com

19-22 Showcase Ireland RDS, Dublin Design and Crafts Council of Ireland Web: www.showcaseireland.com

20-23 International Jewellery Tokyo (IJT) Tokyo Big Sight Reed Exhibitions Japan Web: www.ijt.jp/en

22-26 Festivity

14-17 Formex

Fiera Milano, Rho Fiera Milano SpA Web: www.homimilano.com

Stockholmsmässan, Stockholm Web: www.formex.se

24-27 HOMI

14-21 The Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishing Market

Fiera Milano, Rho Fiera Milano SpA Web: www.homimilano.com

International Market Centers AmericasMart Atlanta Web: www.americasmart.com

17-21 Maison&Objet Paris

24-28 Christmasworld Frankfurt am Main Messe Frankfurt Web: www.christmasworld.messefrankfurt.com SHOWTIME WORLDWIDE 21

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25-28 Paperworld

MARCH

Frankfurt am Main Messe Frankfurt Web: www.paperworld.messefrankfurt.com

1-4 Australian Toy, Hobby & Licensing Fair Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre Australian Toy Association Web: www.austoy.com.au

25-28 Creativeworld Frankfurt am Main Messe Frankfurt Web: www.creativeworld.messefrankfurt.com

26-30 Las Vegas Market World Market Center, Las Vegas International Market Centers Web: www.lasvegasmarket.com

26-30 Toronto Gift + Home Market The International Centre & Toronto Congress Centre Canadian Gift Association Web: www.cangift.org

29- 2 Feb International Toy Fair Nuremberg

4-6 Atlanta Spring Gift, Home Furnishings & Holiday Market AmericasMart, Atlanta International Market Centers Web: www.americasmart.com

4-8 Hong Kong International Jewellery Show Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre HKTDC Web: www.hktdc.com

14-17 The Inspired Home Show McCormick Place, Chicago IHA Web: www.theinspiredhomeshow.com

Exhibition Center Nuremberg, Germany Spielwarenmesse Web: www.spielwarenmesse.de

APRIL

30 - 2 Feb Formland Spring 2020

India Expo Centre & Mart ECPH Web: www.epch.in

MCH Messecenter Herning, Denmark MCH Web: www.formland.com

FEBRUARY 1-5 NY NOW Jacob K Javits Convention Center, New York Emerald Expositions Web: www.nynow.com

2-5 SURTEX Jacob K Javits Convention Center, New York Emerald Expositions Web: www.surtex.com

2-5 National Stationery Show (NSS) Jacob K Javits Convention Center, New York Emerald Expositions Web: www.nationalstationeryshow.com

5-7 Tokyo International Gift Show Spring 2020 Tokyo Big Sight Business Guide-Sha Inc. Web: www.giftshow.co.jp

5-9 Feb Intergift IFEMA Fiera de Madrid IFEMA Web: www.ifema.es

7-11 Ambiente Frankfurt am Main Messe Frankfurt Web: www.ambiente.messefrankfurt.com

22-25 Toy Fair New York Jacob K Javits Convention Center, New York The Toy Association Web: www.toyfairny.com

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15-19 IHGF Delhi Fair Spring

15-19 Canton Fair (Phase 1) China Import and Export Fair Complex Guangzhou Web: www.cantonfair.org.cn

17-19 Style Bangkok Bangna, Bangkok DITP Web: www.stylebangkokfair.com

20-23 Hong Kong Houseware Fair Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre HKTDC Web: www.hktdc.com

23-26 Giftionery Taipei 2020 Taipei World Trade Centre, Exhibition Hall TAITRA Web: www.giftionery.net

23-27 Canton Fair (Phase 2) China Import and Export Fair Complex Guangzhou Web: www.cantonfair.net

27-30 Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre HKTDC Web: www.hktdc.com

27-30 Global Sources Lifestyle AsiaWorld-Expo, Hong Kong Global Sources Web: www.globalsources.com

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MAY

7-9 Tokyo International Gift Show

19-21 Licensing Expo 2020

Tokyo Big Sight Business Guide-Sha Web: www.licensingexpojapan.com

Mandalay Bay Convention Center Las Vegas Informa Markets Web: www.licensingexpo.com

JUNE 3-5 Interior Lifestyle Tokyo Tokyo Big Sight Messe Frankfurt Website: www.interiorlifestyle.tokyo.jp

27-30 Tendence Frankfurt am Main Messe Frankfurt Web: www.tendence.messefrankfurt.com

10-12 Interior Lifestyle China Shanghai Exhibition Centre Messe Frankfurt Web: www. interior-lifestyle-china.hk.messefrankfurt.com

17-20 Kind + Jugend Koelnmesse, Cologne Koelnmesse Web: www.kindundjugend.com

19-22 HOMI Outdoor

JULY

Fiera Milano, Rho Fiera Milano SpA Web: www.homimilano.com

14-20 The Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market

TBC Intergift

International Market Centers AmericasMart Atlanta Web: www.americasmart.com

Madrid Trade Fair Centre IFEMA Web: Intergift www.ifema.es

15-17 China Licensing Expo 2020

OCTOBER

Hall 2, NECC Shanghai UBM China Web: www.licensingexpochina.com

14-18 Indian Handicrafts and Gifts Fair Autumn 2020

26-30 Las Vegas Market World Market Center, Las Vegas International Market Centers Web: www.lasvegasmarket.com

AUGUST

India Expo Centre & Mart EPCH Web: www.epch.in

15-19 Canton Fair Autumn (Phase 1) China Import and Export Fair Complex Guangzhou Web: www.cantonfair.net

9-12 Toronto Gift Fair The International Centre Canadian Gift Association Web: www.cangift.org

20-23 Mega Show (Part 1) Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Center Comasia Web: www.mega-show.com

8-12 NY NOW Jacob K Javits Convention Center, New York Emerald Expositions Web: www.nynow.com

23-27 Canton Fair Autumn (Phase 2) China Import and Export Fair Complex Guangzhou Web: www.cantonfair.net

13-16 Formland Autumn MCH Messecenter Herning, Denmark MCH Web: www.formland.com

27-29 Mega Show (Part 2) Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Center Comasia Web: www.mega-show.com

18-21 Formex Stockholm International Fairs & Congress Centre SIF Web: www.formex.se

TBC Style Bangkok Bangna, Bangkok DITP Web: www.stylebangkokfair.com

23-26 Autumn Gift & Home Show Citywest International Events Centre, Dublin Eventpro Web: www.autumngiftfair.com

SEPTEMBER 4-8 Maison&Objet Paris Nord Villepinte Web: www.maison-objet.com

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