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J.G. Gallimore once said, “Image creates desire. You will what you imagine.” His words ring true for gift packaging, people normally assume that a creatively wrapped, or visually appealing package contains an equally cool and chic present. That’s why swirling ribbons tied around expertly wrapped gift boxes, along with custom labels are in vogue at independent retail shops.However, while more shops …

It’s not easy to be a gift shop owner in this economy. For many, sales are down while rents are up, and the competition from big-name chain stores is discouraging at best. What’s a mom-and-pop gift store to do?As you probably already know, there’s no one simple answer. But there is help! For this guide, we surveyed 19 successful gift shop owners to get their best tips on marketing and branding, a …

There’s a nefarious syndrome plaguing many small retailers, and it’s called inventory creep. It begins innocuously enough, maybe that little stand of beach toys doesn’t sell so well over a wet summer, so you resolve to tuck the extras away for the following sunny season. Perhaps winter scarves don’t seem to be in vogue this year, so you box them up, awaiting the cyclical fashion trends. All of a s …

A well lit and presented display has the power to both increase foot traffic and drive sales, while creating a professional image for your shop. Getting the basics right is crucial to your business’s health, especially in the competitive retail industry.Increase Walk-In Traffic, With Effective Window DisplaysReduce ClutterResist the temptation to cram a window display with an overabundance of merc …