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Smart Retailer February 2022
Table of Contents
PRODUCT FOCUS
NEW & NOTEWORTHY:
10 Colorful, Cheerful Products to Brighten the Day
Whether eye-catching fashion, room-brightening décor, or just fun gifts, customers will love this delightful assortment of products.
TREND WATCH:
14 Entertaining & Tabletop Décor
Set a full spread of merchandise to celebrate family and friends getting together to create lasting memories.
22 Handmade Products
Handmade goods resonate with shoppers because they like their personal touch and high quality. And customers like knowing that they’re supporting small businesses. Find a great selection here.
30 Handbags, Accessories & Jewelry
These practical, stylish handbags and gorgeous jewelry are sure to turn heads.
BUSINESS SENSE
38 Business Briefs:
Become a cyber crimestopper; what’s your story?; do you know where your data is?; made right here; many unhappy returns — or are they?
DISPLAY & DESIGN:
42 Reuse. Recycle. Reimagine.
Learn how to repurpose everyday materials to maximize your visual merchandising budget.
RETAILER SPOTLIGHT:
46 Mackans: Making Customers Feel Like Family
The Mackan family has endured trials and challenges over the last five decades, including a hurricane that nearly wiped out their business, but they’ve overcome them all to make their store a beloved fixture in their close-knit community of Franklin, Virginia.
ON THE COVER:
The Country House Collection offers a great selection of home décor. Florals, linens, and unique décor to create a new look for Spring!
