Counterfeit goods are a major problem for some flea markets and swap meets. Many places do not allow them and will even issue fines to vendors if they are found selling knockoff items. The problem that sellers run into is sometimes they do not know the brands they are buying when purchasing a huge pallet […]
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Eye-Catching Apparel Customers Will Love
Have you got warmer weather on your mind? We sure do over here at American Merchandiser. Leaving the cold months behind, it is once again time to start stocking up on spring and summer apparel. While 2021 was focused more on dressy wardrobes seeing as consumers were tired of being locked down and ready to […]
MAGIC Welcomes New Nashville Show
MAGIC, the leading industry connector for the trend and young contemporary markets, organized by Informa Markets Fashion, recently announced its 2022 event calendar, which includes the debut of a new event — MAGIC Nashville — aimed to expand the retail market and fill gaps between primary buying seasons. New Buying Opportunities for Business Owners MAGIC’s […]
Discover a World of Inspiration at NY NOW
NY NOW is your gateway to the world of eclectic design where color, shape, texture, and aroma speak in a unique language. Twice a year, this in-person wholesale market located in America’s design capital welcomes thousands of exhibitors and buyers alike. Their 2022 Winter Market, taking place February 6-9 at the Javits Center in New […]
6 Tips to Make the Most Out of Your Trade Show Experience
Trade show season is quickly approaching, and with the economy opening back up more, there are many different events coming up in 2022 that flea market and swap meet vendors can attend. Popular trade shows such as Surf Expo, Atlanta Market, Impressions Expo, and the Philadelphia Souvenir & Resort Expo have events lined up next […]
IGES Announces Growth in Vendors & Networking
The 2021 International Gift Exposition in the Smokies (IGES) reported an increase in exhibiting vendors at its annual gift show, which took place on November 9-13, at the Sevierville Convention Center in Sevierville, Tennessee, and the Pigeon Forge LeConte Center in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. This event saw more than 400 vendors, doubling its size and […]
Celebrating 100 Years at the WESA Trade Show
The Western & English Sales Association (WESA) was organized in 1921 with the goal of creating a forum where buyers, manufacturers, and sales representatives could conduct business in an atmosphere of fair trade and fellowship. Today, the International Western/English Apparel & Equipment Trade Shows are the world’s largest trade events for the equestrian industry, attracting […]
Yummy Snacks for Super Bowl Sunday
The Super Bowl is right around the corner, and consumers everywhere will be on the lookout for delectable snack foods to serve or bring to football watch parties. This is a huge sales opportunity for flea market and swap meet vendors, especially now that shoppers are feeling more confident about the pandemic and more willing […]
2022 Trade Show Calendar
It took us a while to get comfortably back into trade shows after COVID-19. Halfway through 2021, most wholesale events were taking place in person and seeing success with attendee turnout. As we transition into 2022, the number of live shows and attendance will only continue to grow. An Increase in Buyer & Vendor Turnout […]
High Profits from These Ready-to-Ship Made in USA Products
With the continued shipment delays due to supply chain issues, flea market and swap meet vendors are guaranteed to profit from merchandise that is made here in the USA. Not only will they arrive on time and fill those empty tables, but it also helps to keep our economy booming and jobs filled. Even New […]