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Celebrations For Finalists TOP STORY In Stationery Awards
The Journeyman from Wingback is up for the Writing Instrument of the Year (Over £25).
The finalists in the Stationery Awards are celebrating their nominations, with the winners announced Tuesday 13 May at London Stationery Show. The impressive line-up features products from 50 different brands, from the well-established to newbies on the scene. “We’re super excited about this,” exclaimed Richard Henderson, head of strategic partnerships for Wingback, which creates functional stationery, leather goods and everyday carry accessories. “This is our first time exhibiting at London Stationery Show and to have three products nominated for awards makes us even more excited to be attending.” Sinclair also has three nominations, including one in the coveted Icon Award for its Silvine Heritage Range. Gemma Bassett, brand manager said: “We’re absolutely thrilled and delighted to have three product collections as finalists in this year’s awards. With 188 years in the industry, it’s fantastic to be recognised for both new and heritage products.” There was celebrations all round at Tom’s Studio when the team found out it was nominated in three categories
too. “It’s always a pleasure to be part of Stationery Awards and to be in the mix with so many inspiring brands,” said founder, Tom Gyr. “We’re particularly proud to see the Wren Refillable Writing Pen and the Studio Pad recognised – products designed to rethink the norm of disposable, single-use stationery.” The products will be displayed in the Stationery Awards Showcase area on the Gallery level at London Stationery Show, offering visitors the chance to discover what’s making waves in the stationery world. The winners will be unveiled at the Awards Ceremony taking place at Jack‘s Cafe on the evening of Tuesday 13 May (after close of the show).
See the full list of finalists at stationerynews.net
The range launches with 15 key SKUs covering Back to School essentials, including: project books, revision cards, sticky notes, highlighters, ballpoint pens, pencil cases and document wallets. “Big Riso reflects a wider movement toward expressive, tactile, print-inspired design and taps into current consumer trends around personalisation, creativity and individuality,” says Katie Brickle, brand and marketing manager.
The Studio Pad from Tom’s Studio made the list for Notebook or Journal of the Year.
Mann Inc Team Joined By International Visitors
Go Back To School With Design Group UK Big Riso, Design Group UK’s newest stationery collection under its Edge brand, will launch exclusively at this year’s London Stationery Show. Inspired by risograph-style printing, Big Riso brings together classic patterns like stripes, checks and spots with a bold, modern twist.
Below: The Silvine Heritage Range from Sinclairs is in the running for the prestigious Icon Award.
Jeff Velker ceo/managing partner of Retro 51 will be joining the Mann Inc team on the stand at the show. Jeff will be on the stand both days to meet visitors and answer questions about the Retro51 portfolio. Also coming over from the States is Deana Velker the Retro 51 warehouse manager who has a wealth of Retro knowledge. Dheeraj Nanduri co-founder of Endless Stationery will also be joining the team at the show on both days. He will be showcasing the new Endless pen, The Phantom. Come and say hello to Jeff, Deana and Dheeraj on the Mann Inc stand M218.
See this and more from Design Group UK on stand M502. Right: Back to School essentials in the Big Riso range.
Dheeraj Nanduri, Deana Velker and Jeff Velker
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