GIFTGUIDE Summer 2021 by The Intermedia Group

OCTOBER 2021

FOR HOME & LIFESTYLE RETAILERS. EST.1975

GIFTGUIDE AWARDS Meet the winner & finalists

Kitchen & Dining What’s trending this holiday season

5 TIPS to ramp up Christmas sales

Summertime The latest products & trends

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IN THIS ISSUE 10 small business we chat to Chilly Towel founder Tara Lock 18 giftguide awards meet the winner and finalists 32 trends for 2022 40 trends colour of the year 2022 42 Q&A with Sureen & Thomas Gouws from TOO Designs 48 kitchen & dining what’s trending this Christmas

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56 visual merchandising inspirational window displays for summer 62 kids corner how to keep kids entertained this summer 72 ecommerce tips to boost Christmas sales 76 christmas retailers are gearing up for a bumper Christmas 82 summer sizzlers get your store ready for summer with the latest products

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ounded by Tara Lock, Chilly

We chat to Chilly Towel founder, Tara Lock, about what inspired her to start her business and why her products are suitable for different purposes.

After being diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins

Towel was initially launched in 2015

Lymphoma cancer and undergoing

as a lifestyle product for women and

chemotherapy, Lock realised the wider benefits of

men seeking a viable solution to

the towel and positioned the range as an effective

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aid for fevers and hot flushes, medical conditions,

small business

poor circulation, menopause, pregnancy and

a towel that would keep me cool after the gym,

sport related stresses.

but I have since discovered this product can assist

“After being diagnosed with cancer in 2015,

people for various reasons from overheating:

I was experiencing constant overheating

fevers, hot flushes, medical conditions, bad

throughout chemotherapy, so I started sourcing

circulation, menopause and sports and heat stress.”

and testing over 30 different cooling fabrics

With spring in full swing and summer just

before perfecting and bringing the Chilly Towel to

around the corner, there is huge demand for

life,” she explains.

the Chilly Towel, which balances out the slower

“Prior to my diagnosis, I was initially sourcing

winter months. OCTOBER 2021 11

small business

“Operating through the colder months like winter can be challenging due to the demand not

two convenient sizes for adults and children. Lock recently expanded into sleepwear and

being as high as summer, fortunately our current

launched a range of breathable, moisture-control

stockists repeatedly order throughout the year

sleepwear called Dry Chill.

which assists with keeping the business afloat.” Due to the hyper-evaporative fibres in the Chilly

Antibacterial and antimicrobial, the quick-drying fabric eliminates odour-causing bacteria on the

Towel, this unique towel becomes cooler than

skin and reduces sweat, discomfort and irritation

ambient air when wet, which enables the towel

during sleep.

to maintain a temperature that feels cool to the

“I found that during my chemotherapy, I was

skin. The fibres retain water, which provides

experiencing hot flushes especially throughout

cooling relief while staying dry to touch for hours.

the night, therefore preventing me from getting

It remains cold for hours and will not moisten

a proper sleep. This got me thinking about how

clothing or bed sheets when in use.

many other women out there may be experiencing

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similar issues, whether it’s from chemotherapy or menopausal issues.

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“The Dry Chill sleepwear is specially designed to lower body temperatures and assist in reducing night sweats, allowing women to get a betterquality rest. It also is super soft, comfortable and stylish,” she enthuses. Durable and long-lasting, the Dry Chill range is scientifically proven to withstand over 25,000 abrasion and pilling tests and maintain colour integrity and shape after washing. Lightweight, hypoallergenic and soft to the

wrinkle resistant for optimum breathability and visual aesthetic. “Dry Chill sleepwear was three years in the making. We engaged with a prominent Australian designer who helped us create the best quality

touch, the feminine garments are designed locally

fabric to ensure the components in the fabric

with real body shapes and sizes in mind, and is

provide the best sleepwear possible,” says Lock.

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“We have had incredible feedback from our loyal customers. In fact we have had an extreme number of reorders due to the great satisfaction

levels as well as my sales due to people being money cautious. “Running a small online business, your shop

level of customers. Our reviews are posted on our

front are your social pages, which is imperative

Instagram and our testimonial segment on our

to be consistently keeping up with new ideas for

website to feature how much we appreciate them.”

advertising and keeping your audience interested.

Lock’s own cancer journey inspired her to give

Therefore, each day is a constant to keep creating

back and partner with the National Breast Cancer

and to be unique, customer service is a number

Foundation (NBCF). For every pink towel sold, $2

one priority.

is donated to the NBCF to fund their research. “Contracted with NBCF, Chilly Towel is stocked in

“Since launching the Chilly Towel, we’ve been fortunate enough to be featured in magazines

pharmacies, oncology wards, sport stores and gift

and television, and we have had an overwhelming

shops all around Australia, and allocates $2 from

response by our customers who have shared their

every sale of the pink Chilly Towel to breast cancer

own story about how much the Chilly Towel has

research, prevention and support programs.”

improved their daily life.”

Like many small businesses in Australia, the

Lock is hopeful for 2022 and is looking forward

pandemic hit Chilly Towel hard. “Covid-19 has

to returning to some sort of normal life. She is also

been an incredibly difficult time for us all, but

busy planning some new collections.

especially small businesses. Luckily enough,

“Let’s hope 2022 brings us all normality in the

Australians have a great morale for supporting

business world and our personal lives. Chilly

small businesses, as well as the support from my

Towel is hoping to add to the sleepwear range

family and friends. Covid-19 affected my stock

and introduce a menswear line.” G

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We are celebrating Australia’s homewares retailers with the newly launched Giftguide Awards. Our Retailer of the Year will be representing Australia on the global stage at the gia Awards 2022 in Chicago. Meet this year’s winner and finalists.

MAKE DESIGNED OBJECTS Make Designed Objects (Make) opened its doors in 2003 and over 18 years the business has grown

Winner AWARDS 2021

to become one of Australia’s finest design stores. Providing its customers with an ever evolving

makers on product development and has

range of well-designed products is central to

partnered with major institutions in collaborative

Make’s DNA, says owner Patrick Coppel.

retail installations including the National Gallery

“We currently stock almost 4,500 products from

of Victoria and the Museum of Applied Arts and

over 150 brands—the work of over 300 different

Sciences (Powerhouse) in Sydney. A six-month

designers, refreshing up to 1,500 products per

retail collaboration at the NGV to coincide with

year,” he says.

the gallery’s Nordic Cool exhibition was extended

“This constant curation of the product range is a significant factor in keeping Make’s customers engaged and expanding in number. “The Carlton store’s six metre wide façade belies the 240 square metres that unfold over seven

to over a year due to the project’s success. Make has been an omnichannel business since before the term omnichannel was a part of the retail lexicon, adds Coppel. “The first Make website was launched on the

separate but interconnected spaces. The labyrinthine

first day of bricks and mortar trading in 2003. The

nature of the Make store experience provides

current website launched in 2016, built from the

customers with a sense of adventure and discovery.”

ground up with no off the shelf platform.”

Make regularly consults with designers and 18 giftguideonline.com.au

Pre-pandemic, Make’s online channel accounted

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business, Make moved from a monthly email to a weekly model. The emails have a subscriber list of almost 30,000 and a highly engaged readership. Competitions have also been a feature of Make’s for a little over 30 per cent of direct sales and

recent customer engagement including a ‘100

contributed another 35 per cent of sales through

Grapefruit and a Free Fink Jug’ competition,

online searches leading to instore sales. During

asking customers to share their creative

the six months of 2020 lockdowns this moved to

endeavours during lockdown, and a ‘What’s Your

100 per cent online with non-lockdown periods

Favourite Make Product?’ competition asking

now running at approximately 50 per cent online

customers to explain why a particular purchase

and 50 per cent instore.

from Make still makes them smile.

Despite the storefront being closed for six months

“Responses to these competitions and others

during the 2020/21 financial year, Make had its

have been enormous and heartening at a time

best year ever increasing revenue by 30 per cent

when many people are feeling isolated.

and operating profit by 131 per cent, a significant jump for a business after 18 years of trading. Though its business model is product driven,

“In a digital environment where consumers are bombarded with generic sales messaging, Make’s emails and customer engagement seek to

the company is also built on regular customer

personalise the experience by engaging in a mode

engagement. In 2020 as Melbourne locked down

that’s humorous and relevant to the reader’s life,

and the online channel became central to the

rather than simply their purchasing,” says Coppel. OCTOBER 2021 19

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TIGMI TRADING Over the past five years Tigmi Trading has grown organically, however, with a clear vision to create a platform that merges

for those that step foot inside.” While the business has grown

beautiful design, artisanship and stories from all over the globe,

and developed, its ethos

and holds reverence for timeless, sustainable and ethical design

has remained the same, says

principles, says founder and creative director, Danielle McEwan.

McEwan.

“We have built our collections from years of travel and connecting

“We believe in considered

with traditional artisans, taking their time-honoured skills from places

design and aim to curate and

such as Morocco, Turkey, Italy and France and marrying them with

create timeless and unique

our passion for iconic vintage furniture and handmade design to

pieces that are made to last, and

create a truly eclectic collection that in our view, represents the

that evoke and inspire.”

meaning of the modern home,” she explains. In the past year alone, Tigmi Trading has moved into its own studio space, launched its own rug line, and is currently developing several locally made products. “We don’t think of ourselves solely as a store—we are a working studio, a warehouse, a showroom and an immersive retail space. It was never our intention to create a shop, but rather an experience

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HOUSE OF ORANGE House of Orange was started

Orange Furniture and HKLiving

changing dispatch operations

in 2006 by husband and wife

homewares was enormous

to a retail one, training new

team, Hans and Ursula van

and within 36 months we have

and existing staff, investing

Schoonhoven, as a tiny furniture

been able to build a strong and

in vehicles, investing in

making business.

very selective network of 300

computers and software to deal

retailers around the country,”

with retail growth and in the

says Hans.

meantime keeping the pillar

In 2012 it grew to a small business with 14 staff and after acquiring the exclusive

Business was going very

distribution rights for Australia

well until Covid hit and

to global brand HKLiving, the

everything changed.

business grew to 30 staff.

“In complete survival mode

of our business, our furniture manufacturing, going too.” Long 90 to 100 hour working weeks have paid off as the

“What we were hoping

we had to overnight change our

business is still there, in fact it’s

for actually eventuated: the

business model from a wholesale

stronger than ever with a large

synergy between House of

model to a retail model with

social media following and

online shop/showroom.

serious interest from overseas for

“Building a new website,

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its Australian made furniture.

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SPOILT GIFT & HOMEWARES Spoilt Gift & Homewares is a well-known gift store amongst

only survive but to move Spoilt

Melbournians with four shops located around the Melbourne CBD,

into a better position for the

one in Port Melbourne and one at Highpoint Shopping Centre.

future with our online store,”

The first store opened 16 years ago, when owner Chelsea McIntosh recognised the need for a store like Spoilt for the busy CBD workers in

she says. Spoilt stores originally were

all the office towers. Soon after she opened the second store and by

strategically located at the base

2019 she was operating eight stores and one online business.

of busy office towers to create

“We are very proud of what we have accomplished in the past 16

a convenient location for the

years, but especially that we have been able to survive the past 18

busy CBD workforce, however,

months by making the changes necessary and working hard to not

McIntosh had to very quickly reimagine her business strategy as the pandemic completely decimated the city workforce and therefore Spoilt’s customer base. “Thankfully our online store was starting to take off and in March 2020 we launched our new website which was able to keep the business successfully trading through the Victorian lockdowns. We closed our two weakest trading stores and moved them out of the CBD to Port Melbourne and Highpoint to allow us to have a busy Christmas trade outside of the city.”

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Simple - Useful - Timeless

ZAKKIA is the place where quality, simple designs and minimalist aesthetics come to life. Our unique designs are handmade using natural organic materials. Our pots, tableware, glassware and original homewares are a celebration of the natural beauty of their raw materials and the artisan finish of the handmade process. Each product in our range is has been designed by ZAKKIA and made by hand. Some are thrown on potting wheels while others are hand poured into moulds for consistency.

Our range of ceramic kitchenware is hand produced in Northern Vietnam in a small ceramic village where our partners have been creating homewares for over 900 years, passing down their skills generation to generation. One of our other partners in Northern Vietnam sources clay from the back yards of different family members depending on what type of finish we are working on. So each product in our collection really is one of a kind! Our glass and brass is all handcrafted in family artisan studios in India. Our relationships with our India partners is made up of trust and honesty, we support them to ensure social responsibility is achieved in their workplace.

We regulary visit our partners in India and Vietnam on both business and social levels, they are our friends as well as our colleagues. Deborah x Creative Director/Designer

1. Kapok - This stunning NEW 21∶02 ZAKKIA Collection has been created to display a simple texture symbolic of the Kapok fruit when dried and cracking. A bush tree native to Australia which is a key calendar marker for the indigenous Jawoyn people. Available in black and white. Enquire about a free mini sample today. 2. Speckle - Our Speckle Collection is carefully designed in Australia by ZAKKIA and beautifully handmade by our Vietnamese partners. The speckles are a natural reaction from the heat in the kilning process and it gives every product its own unique pattern. 3. Burlap - This unique textured collection really emphasises the beauty of hand crafted ceramic pieces. They are reminiscent of the raw texture of hessian and the shiny look and feel of natural linoleum. 4. Dala Horse - The Dala Horse has become a symbol of traditional Swedish handicraft, its name coming from its home province, Dalarna, in central Sweden. 5. Pots & Planters - We design & make a wide range ceramic, concrete and lightweight fibreglass pots and planters. 6. Tab - The finish of the ceramic is slightly textured and uneven, and each piece is individually handcrafted. The is the beauty of buying handmade, your bowl will be like no other. Featured here is our Tab Dish. 7. Assorted Bar & Kitchen Accessories - Are both beautiful & functional. 8. Barrel Bin - Small Brass - A beautiful hand crafted solid brass discreet bin with a black metal insert for easy empting. The Brass cover simply lifts off. 9. Bud Vase - Set of 4 - The outer finish of the vases is very textural and raw, while the inside is a clear glossy glaze. We have added a thick inner base to the Bud Vases so that they are heavy enough to hold your stems upright without loosing the delicate form.

To view the entire range and to become a ZAKKIA Stockist, visit our websitewww www.zakkia.com .zakkia.com or email us sales@zakkia.com 02 8002 7498

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Finalist DALGARNO’S OF ELSTERNWICK

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Dalgarno’s of Elsternwick was

customers, says owner Dean

established over 100 years ago

Harding, including a thriving

Now everything is available

in 1913. It is a fourth generation

online business.

with just a few clicks from our

independent homewares

“Over the years many visitors

subsidiary online company—

retailing business based in

to the store had expressed a

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Melbourne.

desire to purchase items online,”

Broken Hill to Brisbane you can

he explains.

now get quality homewares

The philosophy behind Dalgarno’s is to provide quality

“In 2011 we made the

delivered to your door at a great

homewares at exceptionally

decision to start a national

price. We use the latest online

good prices to its loyal local

online homewares business.

platforms to facilitate a seamless online experience.” Whilst the last two years have been extremely challenging for all retailers, Dalgarno’s bricks and clicks strategy has seen its business grow significantly in spite of the Covid pandemic. “Dalgarno’s is known as a truly independent retailer. We only stock the best and items only make it into the store if we would be happy to have them in our home. Our staff has many years of homewares experience and offer tremendous advice on an extensive range of products.”

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Finalist THE HOME PROVEDORE The Home Provedore is a small locally owned retailer in downtown Fremantle, Western Australia and stocks a range of kitchenware items as well as homewares and gifts. “We have become an icon in our community because of our great service, extremely friendly and knowledgeable staff and our cruisy, welcoming atmosphere,” says Scott Mcallister. “Everyone feels at home at The Home Provedore.” Like retailers the world over The Home Provedore faced some struggles with the online shopping revolution and the global pandemic. “Although we have been blessed to be in WA where covid has had only a small impact compared to our fellow retailers around the world, it did force us to up our social media presence and go online as well. A steep, but enjoyable learning curve,” adds Mcallister.

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he world has changed and we have changed with it. As we gradually emerge from another difficult year, we look to find a more

positive meaning in all that we have endured. With new freedoms on the horizon, there is a desire to be bold, expressive, seek new experiences and, most importantly, discover a newfound sense of calm as we embrace our ‘new normal’. There’s still a sense of uncertainty about what the future holds and for this reason we crave comfort and reassurance in our homes. Across the country,

“When it comes to future trends, comfort is key,” she says. “We want our living spaces to calm and nurture us, so we can process everything we’ve experienced over the last year, and at the same time, help us rediscover our zest for life looking forward.” After months of restrictions, there’s a desire to be

we have all been affected in different ways and by

bold, expressive and try new things. At the same

spending more time indoors than ever before, we

time, the lingering sense of uncertainty around

have a newfound appreciation for the importance

what the future holds makes us seek comfort and

of good design and choose to surround ourselves

security from our homes. With prolonged days

with things that are not just beautiful but enhance

indoors, we have a new appreciation for good

our wellbeing and quality of life.

design and functionality and look to surround

Living through a pandemic has made us feel even

ourselves with things that are not only beautiful

more connected to our homes, says Andrea Lucena-

but also enhance our wellbeing and improve our

Orr, Dulux colour and communication manager.

quality of life.

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Comfort is the priority when it comes to decorating our homes. We look to surround ourselves with cosy and cocooning pieces that will help us relax and process the events of the past Dulux Colour Forecast 2022 – Flourish palette. Styling: Bree Leech. Photographer: Lisa Cohen.

year. One of the most important human senses, ‘touch’, which many of us have felt neglected of

“Having spent so much time isolated and on

in the past year, is at the forefront of considered

devices, we find ourselves craving authentic

design. Having spent so much time on our

connection. In our homes, we desire textured,

devices, we yearn for tactile experiences and a

natural materials and finishes that ground us and

connection with our loved ones as well as nature,

provide those tactile experiences we’ve been

seeking out natural fibres and materials such as

missing. We are excited to spend time with friends,

raw timber, unstructured linen and textured stone.

family and colleagues, and find ourselves viewing

The Restore palette consists of gentle, earthy

the simple and mundane parts of life—things we

neutrals alongside more rugged, natural tones—

once took for granted—with a new sense of wonder and excitement,” says Lucena-Orr.

Restore As we emerge from a time of pause, we reevaluate our lives and consider what is really essential. We recognise the need for clarity and calm and look to simplify the spaces we occupy. We desire less, but in some ways quality products and not always in a monetary sense. Sustainability is key—we are prepared to pay more for pieces that are responsibly made and will last. After removing the unessential, we are suddenly able to appreciate beauty in the simplest of things. 36 giftguideonline.com.au

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buttercream, pumice, airy blue, clay, rich forest green, moss and purple-black. Furniture is chunky and reassuring, with curves that follow the lines of the body, accessorised with simple, handmade décor pieces in interesting and often imperfect Dulux Colour Forecast 2022 – Restore palette. Styling: Bree Leech. Photographer: Lisa Cohen.

shapes. Detailing is kept to a minimum, with the focus firmly on form and function. “This palette is inspired by our innate need

rich, sensual hues such as petrol blue, desert red

for authentic connection and experience,” says

and dusty rose alongside warm neutrals and a pop

Lucena-Orr.

of vintage gold. This creates a feeling of warmth

“Interiors have become our cocoon and a place where we can practice wellness and self-care

and intimacy in any space. Here’s where we can all be inventive and re-write

rituals. We’re choosing less, however, focusing on

design rules. Interiors are layered, expressive and

more quality items that last and provide comfort

unapologetically individual, with decadent fabrics

above all else.”

such as velvet, silk and natural leather, paired with

Flourish

one-off vintage finds, such as a quirky 1960s lamp

Traditional, accepted norms no longer seem

or an authentic 1940s mirror. The exaggerated

relevant in today’s world, which has us looking to

curves in sofas and general seating evokes a

innovate old processes. Breaking away from the

70s disco vibe, with additions such as marble

past brings with it a sense of liberation, awakening

and oxidised metallics adding a luxurious and

a desire to live more boldly, travel further and

thoroughly modern edge.

experience everything life has to offer. At the same time, we feel empowered as a community, celebrating diversity and inclusivity, and taking a

“It’s a look for those who want to re-write design rules,” says Lucena-Orr. “As we move towards more freedoms, these

collective pride and mindset in making it through

colours enrich our feelings of empowerment

challenging times.

and spark our imagination. With this comes

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unrestricted expression, inclusivity and a celebration of the diversity in our community.”

trends

Wonder

less serious and welcome fun back into our lives.

As we emerge from much time indoors, there’s

Colours are playful, summery and 80s-inspired—

a sense of reawakening and celebration as we

think cornflower blue, lilac, lemon, green quartz

prepare to connect with friends, family and our

and rose gold. Together, they create a dreamy

everyday lives. This is a time for regeneration and

and sentimental feeling that evokes memories of

personal progression. Nature grounds us as we

carefree days and helps us imagine possibilities

take those first tentative steps into a new future.

going forward.

This is a new celebration and acknowledgement

“These colours set the stage for regeneration

of what joy and inspiration we can discover. We

and growth, with unexpected tones drawn from

take to hiking, camping and exploring local bush

the natural world around us,” says Lucena-Orr.

trails, viewing the world around us as if for the very

“As we add more colour to our interiors, our

the first time with a child-like enthusiasm.

imaginations are rekindled.”

The Wonder palette reflects our desire to be

Think quaint florals with eclectic colours and checks paired with sleek, contemporary furniture;

Dulux Colour Forecast 2022 – Flourish palette. Styling: Bree Leech. Photographer: Lisa Cohen.

needlepoint cushions and fluted glass; or woven rattan furniture set against a wall of candy stripes. Furniture is sustainably sourced or made from recycled materials, underpinning the belief that we all share the wonders of our beautiful planet with a hopeful vision. “Now that we are spending more time in our homes, it’s important that each space feels different—particularly if you are working or studying from home,” says Lucena-Orr. “Viewing room by room, consider the appearance you want to achieve as well as ensuring the right mood and ambience is suitable for the function of the space.” G BACK TO CONTENTS

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Original BTC Hector pleat wall light medium blue

Barnaby light blue tiny tots cushion by Evie and Skye

Dulux has announced Bright Skies as its Colour of the Year 2022. The colour experts at Dulux describe Bright Skies as ‘an airy and fresh tone that opens up and breathes new life into any space’. We’ll be seeing a lot more of this hopeful and optimistic colour in the coming months. Shorty In Ocean to the Left by Mustard Made

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we made the very difficult decision to leave our country of birth to secure a better future for our young daughters. Choosing Australia was a nobrainer; it is a great country and we feel blessed to be able to call it home now. After nearly two decades of running our multiaward winning architecture practice in Pretoria, we decided it was time to pursue a different career path—we wanted a more balanced lifestyle with more time for our daughters. With a lifelong passion for art and design, the

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birth of TOO designs was a natural next step. It is a platform for us to explore other sides of our creativity. Starting a new business in a new industry in a new country was quite daunting. Establishing ourselves and getting our products out there has probably been the biggest challenge. Some of our highlights include winning the Life InStyle New Breed Scholarship and an Australian Good Design Award for our Magnetic Art. We’ve also been finalists in the Idea Awards, VIVID and the Victoria Premier’s Awards.

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Art & clocks

You had an architecture practice in

Tell us more about your products,

South Africa and now you launched

what inspires you design-wise and

TOO Designs in Australia, what is it

how do you decide on colours?

like working together and what is

Although we look at new design and colour

the secret to your success?

trends constantly, we usually choose colours that

We are very fortunate that working together has

resonate with us. It’s probably more of an intuitive

always been very easy for us and value the fact that

than a rational decision.

it allows us to spend so much time together. We

Our background as architects gives us a

are usually in agreement on design decisions and

somewhat different approach to art and design,

rarely have opposing views. We both create our

resulting in minimalistic and architectural works.

own independent artworks as artists, which allow

The last 18 months have been

us to express our creativity individually.

challenging for many businesses,

We both enjoy designing and creating artworks

how has the pandemic affected

the most and would probably do it full-time if we

TOO Designs?

could. However, a business doesn’t run itself and

Having all of the major trade shows cancelled for

most of our time goes into the administrative and

the second year in a row definitely hampered our

production sides of the business.

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to normal.

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Christmas is a time to celebrate, enjoying good food and a few drinks with friends and family. We have a look at some of the latest products that will help you do just that.

s Christmas approaches and restrictions are easing in the next few months, there are still plenty of people that will not be able to spend the holiday season with their loved ones due to

border closures brought on by the pandemic. LinenBarn’s founder, Edita Sungaile-Vranich, believes this year a minimalist table setting styled with treasured vintage pieces or family heirlooms, whether they’re ornaments, crystalware, vases or linens, will really shine through. “There are two reasons for that: growing consciousness about sustainability and the need for simplicity and also, separation from our loved ones due to Covid,” she says. “There will be so many of us who won’t be able to see loved 48 giftguideonline.com.au

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ones this Christmas, so treasured pieces will take centre stage at the table. It’s all those memories which are tied up in unique pieces brought out for special occasions that will make us feel close even though we won’t physically be close.” With grey being the colour of 2021, a monochrome Christmas setting which includes the combining of very chic white and grey pieces, along with aromatic soy candles and eco Christmas ornaments, will be right on trend this year as well. “I also see a pastel Christmas theme being really popular—gentle LinenBarn Coastal napkin

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modern colours paired with vintage décor pieces. I think a lot of people will be putting on their first Christmas, being separated from their families, so they’ll be likely to put their own unique stamp on Christmas styling this year. “Another trend making its mark is farmhouse style and I think it will be really big this year, with lots of innovative and unique touches to take your traditional Christmas styling and bringing in a bit of modernity with the additions of sleek silverware and servingware, rustic decorations, eucalyptus or gorgeous dried flower wreaths.” OCTOBER 2021 49

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4 1. Batch Ceramics satin large dish, wholesales for $44.50. Joy Smithers Productions, 0403 237 507, info@batchceramics.com, www.batchceramics.com.au, www.instagram.com/batchceramics 2. Copper Collection shot glass, set of 4 wholesales for $33.95. Clinq, 02 8324 6530, info@clinq.com.au, www.clinq.com.au, www.facebook.com/clinq.barware, www.instagram.com/clinq_barware 3. Red stripe fete table runner, wholesales for $57.50. French Consul, 0402 120 737, karen@frenchconsul.co, www.frenchconsul.co, www.facebook.com/frenchconsul, www.instagram.com/frenchconsul 4. Bloomingville Florie green glass collection, set of 4 wholesales from $27.20. French Bazaar, 03 9555 7956, sales@frenchbazaar.com.au, www.frenchbazaar.com.au, www.facebook.com/Frenchbazaar, www.instagram.com/Frenchbazaar 5. Guzzini Cook & Space collection, wholesales from $10.13 to $47.25. Fratelli Guzzini, 02 9457 7351, admin@fratelliguzzini.com.au, www.fratelliguzzini.com.au, www.instagram.com/fratelliguzziniaustralia 50 giftguideonline.com.au

Guzzini, a desire to sustainably build a MORE BEAUTIFUL WORLD! In order to encourage a more natural and circular economy, Guzzini has developed ‘Circle’; a system which gives a new lease of life to recycled material by creating eco-sustainable home and lifestyle products from postconsumption second-hand materials. The Circle system integrates sustainability, and a circular approach to the traditional characteristics of durability and recyclability; traits which have always featured in Guzzini collections. Guzzini views the issue of sustainability as being key to understanding, interpreting and responding to social and environmental change and to lifestyles. This ongoing challenge pushes the company towards constant research and innovative use of raw materials and towards the creation of new product lines. Building partnerships with sustainable organisations in recycling, design, print, production, transport and distribution, Guzzini has developed an entire integrated system in which they can make products which will help to bring a new, environmentally sustainable mindset into people’s homes. Through the Circle project, Guzzini is building a new future and deciding how the world will be by recognising its existing values; knowledge, technologies, creativity and sustainability, and using this to build a better world than before. They make room for a revolution in terms of consumption, passion, colour, ideas and innovation.

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4 3 1. Le Marche tote, wholesales for $69.50. French Consul, 0402 120 737, karen@frenchconsul.co, www.frenchconsul.co, www.facebook.com/frenchconsul, www.instagram.com/frenchconsul 2. Batch Ceramics ink peasant bowls, wholesale for $30.95. Joy Smithers Productions, 0403 237 507, info@batchceramics.com, www.batchceramics.com.au, www.instagram.com/batchceramics 3. Copper Collection stemless martini glasses, set of 2 wholesales for $30.95. Clinq, 02 8324 6530, info@clinq.com.au, www.clinq.com.au, www.facebook.com/clinq.barware, www.instagram.com/clinq_barware 4. Guzzini Earth collection, wholesales from $4.28 to $44.63. Fratelli Guzzini, 02 9457 7351, admin@fratelliguzzini.com.au, www.fratelliguzzini.com.au, www.instagram.com/fratelliguzziniaustralia 5. Creating something incredible cookbook, retails for $49.99. Thermomix, www.thermomix.com.au, www.facebook.com/thermomixinaustralia, www.instagram.com/thermomixaus 52 giftguideonline.com.au

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1. Copper Collection Moscow mule mugs, wholesale for $31.77. Clinq, 02 8324 6530, info@clinq.com.au, www.clinq.com.au, www.facebook.com/clinq.barware, www.instagram.com/clinq_barware 2. Septembre tote, wholesales for $59.50. French Consul, 0402 120 737, karen@frenchconsul.co, www.frenchconsul.co, www.facebook.com/frenchconsul, www.instagram.com/frenchconsul

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4 1. Copper Collection stemless copper glasses, wholesale for $31.77. Clinq, 02 8324 6530, info@clinq.com.au, www.clinq.com.au, www.facebook.com/clinq.barware, www.instagram.com/clinq_barware 2. Guzzini Re-generation range, wholesales from $9.83 to $23.25. Fratelli Guzzini, 02 9457 7351, admin@fratelliguzzini.com.au, www.fratelliguzzini.com.au, www.instagram.com/fratelliguzziniaustralia 3. Bloomingville Marie-Antoinette champagne glass, wholesales for $10. French Bazaar, 03 9555 7956, sales@frenchbazaar.com.au, www.frenchbazaar.com.au, www.facebook.com/Frenchbazaar, www.instagram.com/Frenchbazaar 4. The Thermomix TM6, prices available on request. Thermomix, www.thermomix.com.au, www.facebook.com/thermomixinaustralia, https://www.instagram.com/thermomixaus 5. Red stripe Provencal tea towel, wholesales for $17. French Consul, 0402 120 737, karen@frenchconsul.co, www.frenchconsul.co, www.facebook.com/frenchconsul, www.instagram.com/frenchconsul 54 giftguideonline.com.au

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2 1. Ezra collection, prices start at $5.10. Mrs Tablescape, sales@mrstablescape.com, www.mrstablescape.com,

www.facebook.com/Mrstablescape, www.instagram.com/mrstablescape 2. Copper Collection Coupe cocktail glasses, set of 2 wholesales for $30.95. Clinq, 02 8324 6530, info@clinq.com.au, www.clinq.com.au, www.facebook.com/clinq.barware, www.instagram.com/clinq_barware

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Summer holidays are all about fun, play and lots of activities. We look at the latest trends and products to keep kids entertained this holiday season.

021 has

gambit of Sand and Water Play

active play at the moment is

been a year

potential,” she say.

going well. Parents are keen to

of more Covid

“It encourages physical

get their children active again

pain including

and sensory development,

after repeatedly being stuck at

prolonged lockdowns for many

imaginative and creative play,

home or learning remotely for

states in the country. Kids were

communication, maths and

extended periods.

unable to go to school, putting

science and promotes calmness,

more pressure on parents

which are all essential to healthy

product categories for us in the

to make sure they get their

child development.

second half of 2021 are both

education as well as keep them entertained during the holidays.

“All of these activities of course provide social, emotional and

“Two of the hottest new

focused on active play,” he says. “This includes the new Pikler

sensory development. Through

Indoor Gym collection from

living in Australia is our wonderful

practicing working together,

Kinderfeets, plus a new range

climate, allowing our children to

communication and sharing,

of silicone toys that includes

revel in outdoor play whether in

children can progress their

buckets, spades and flying

sand, water or dirt, says Axis Toys

social skills,” Opfer adds.

disks. We’ve had more enquiries

One of the beautiful benefits of

co-founder, Paula Opfer.

Indeed, Artiwood managing

about both ranges than we’ve

“And while doing so they

director, Andrew McGregor,

experienced for a new offering

are also covering off the full

says any product promoting

in more than four years.

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“The contrast with other new

Sand and Water Play (Axis Toys)

product launches genuinely stands out this year. I don’t think it’s a coincidence given the homeschooling and ‘truncated’ family holidays everyone’s been dealing with for the last 18 months. “We’ve also had a lot of enquiries about the new Kinderfeets Cotton Tent. Again,

toy is even more meaningful.

“We wanted to create

it’s that active imaginative play

During Covid lockdown,

theme that seems to be striking

Sydney-based mum and dad

children could engage with and

a cord,” he adds.

design team, Olivia and Patrick

take ownership of and this is

Rudomino, drew on inspiration—

where NooK was born,” they say.

As toy sales continue to

something beautiful that our

boom across Australia,

and practical play ideas—from

business manager at Headstart

their three, active, busy children

an outdoor range to let kids

International, Robin Payne,

to launch the My NooK range in

enjoy the sunshine and be

confirms that a growing

September 2020.

adventurous in open-air. These

number of parents are looking

It’s space-smart, stylish

They have recently launched

innovative, modular outdoor

for activity-based products

furniture that offers child-size

play sofas are perfect for nature-

that keep children busy and

fun with adult-size comfort and

loving families as well as long

happy—especially during

durability and 100 per cent

days lounging by the pool,

lockdown—and when each

Australian made, supporting

building in the garden or park

play-time creates something

local manufacturing and

or on your camping trip—the

special and wonderful to wear,

employment opportunities,

Outdoor Collection is set to

decorate with or display, the

a trend that has become very

bring extra fun for your kids and

connection between child and

important during the pandemic.

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4 1. Kinderfeets Pikler Play collection, wholesales from $77 to $184. Artiwood Australia, 02 8294 3030, info@artiwood.com.au, www.artiwood.com.au, www.facebook.com/artiwoodaustralia, www.instagram.com/artiwoodaustralia 2. Hooping Rainbows, wholesale for $49.90. Freckled Frog, 03 9687 0003, carissa@freckledfrog.com.au, www.freckledfrog.com.au, www.facebook.com/freckledfrog.com.au, www.instagram.com/the_freckled_frog 3. Eco cardboard building blocks, prices start from $89. Play Edo, 0405 091 617, info@playedo.com.au, www.playedo.com.au, www.facebook.com/PlayEdoAustralia, www.instagram.com/playedoaustralia/ 4. Honeysticks watercolour paints, wholesale for $8.99. Honeysticks, info@honeysticks.co.nz, www.honeysticks.co.nz, www.facebook.com/honeystickscrayons, www.instagram.com/honeysticksofficial/ 5. The Geomag mechanics magnetic race track set, retails for $44.99. Mr Toys, 1800 678 697, sales@mrtoys.com.au, www.mrtoys.com.au, www.facebook.com/mrtoystoyworld, www.instagram.com/mrtoystoyworld/ 66 giftguideonline.com.au

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3 1. Horizon Rock Art, retails for $10. Headstart International, 03 8574 4400, customerservice@headstartint.com, www.headstartint.com, www.facebook.com/headstarttoys, www.instagram.com/headstart_toys/ 2. Cool Stuff Water Bomb Ball Game with launcher, retails for $5.95. TNW Australia, 02 9559 1300, sales@tnw.com.au, www.tnw.com.au, www.facebook.com/tnwaustralia, www.instagram.com/tnw_australia 3. P.Lushes Pets Pinkie Monroe & Dottie Woofington, wholesale for $11.35 each. Jasnor (Australia), 03 9562 9900, sales@jasnor.com, www.jasnor.com.au, www.facebook.com/JasnorAUS, www.instagram.com/JasnorAUS

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1. How to paint watercolour set, wholesales for $18.18. Tiger Tribe, 03 9809 4897, sales@tigertribe.com.au, www.tigertribe.com.au, www.facebook.com/tigertribeau, www.instagram.com/_tigertribe_/ 2. My Rainbow Globe, wholesales for $49.90. Freckled Frog, 03 9687 0003, carissa@freckledfrog.com.au, www.freckledfrog.com.au, www.facebook.com/freckledfrog.com.au, www.instagram.com/the_freckled_frog 3. Cool Stuff Bubble Sword & Bottles, retail for $2.50 and $3.95 respectively. TNW Australia, 02 9559 1300, sales@tnw.com.au, www.tnw.com.au, www.facebook.com/tnwaustralia, www.instagram.com/tnw_australia 4. Honeysticks bath crayons, wholesale for $9.99. Honeysticks, info@honeysticks.co.nz, www.honeysticks.co.nz, www.facebook.com/honeystickscrayons, www.instagram.com/Honeysticksofficial 5. Lily and George Bentley plush bear & Bailee plush bunny, pack of 3 wholesales for $50.40. Arra Imports, +64 22 600 3241, shop@lilyandgeorge.co.nz, www.lilyandgeorge.com.au, www.facebook.com/LilyandGeorgeToys 68 giftguideonline.com.au

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1 3 1. Bubble Bands, 100 piece set retails for $19.99. Headstart International, 03 8574 4400, customerservice@headstartint.com, www.headstartint.com, www.facebook.com/headstarttoys, www.instagram.com/headstart_toys/ 2. The Wiggles Big Red Bus, wholesales for $36.35. Jasnor (Australia), 03 9562 9900, sales@jasnor.com, www.jasnor.com.au, www.facebook.com/JasnorAUS, www.instagram.com/JasnorAUS 3. Cool Stuff Hot Shot Handballs, retails for $5.95. TNW Australia, 02 9559 1300, sales@tnw.com.au, www.tnw.com.au, www.facebook.com/tnwaustralia, www.instagram.com/tnw_australia

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1. Footsteps in nature, wholesales for $61.82. Freckled Frog, 03 9687 0003, carissa@freckledfrog.com.au, www.freckledfrog.com.au, www.facebook.com/freckledfrog.com.au, www.instagram.com/the_freckled_frog 2. Kinderfeets cotton tent natural, wholesales for $83. Artiwood Australia, 02 8294 3030, info@artiwood.com.au, www.artiwood.com.au, www.facebook.com/artiwoodaustralia, www.instagram.com/artiwoodaustralia 3. Miffy, wholesales for $9.05. Jasnor (Australia), 03 9562 9900, sales@jasnor.com, www.jasnor.com.au, www.facebook.com/JasnorAUS, www.instagram.com/JasnorAUS 4. Horizon tie dye fashion accessories, retail for $19. Headstart International, 03 8574 4400, customerservice@headstartint.com, www.headstartint.com, www.facebook.com/headstarttoys, www.instagram.com/headstart_toys/ 5. Cool Stuff Rainbow Ribbon Stick, retails for $13.50. TNW Australia, 02 9559 1300, sales@tnw.com.au, www.tnw.com.au, www.facebook.com/tnwaustralia, www.instagram.com/tnw_australia 70 giftguideonline.com.au

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1. Our solar system, wholesales for $47.90. Freckled Frog, 03 9687 0003, carissa@freckledfrog.com.au, www.freckledfrog.com.au, www.facebook.com/freckledfrog.com.au, www.instagram.com/the_freckled_frog 2. Honeysticks originals, wholesale for $8.99. Honeysticks, info@honeysticks.co.nz, www.honeysticks.co.nz, www.facebook.com/honeystickscrayons, www.instagram.com/Honeysticksofficial 3. Bug spotter kit, wholesales for $5.91. Tiger Tribe, 03 9809 4897, sales@tigertribe.com.au, www.tigertribe.com.au, www.facebook.com/tigertribeau, www.instagram.com/_tigertribe_/

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ecommerce

here has been a surge in

Australian Retailers Association CEO Paul

online shopping as a result of

Zahra says the lockdowns have accelerated

state-imposed lockdowns which

trends already occurring in the retail industry,

started in July with figures from

with many more customers choosing to shop

the Australian Bureau of Statistics showing

digitally from the convenience of their homes.

$3.7 billion was spent online the highest level

Unfortunately, it is also contributing to the supply

—recorded for a single month—an increase of

chain disruptions and delays some customers are

$603 million or 19.3 per cent compared to June.

currently experiencing. OCTOBER 2021 73

“It’s no surprise to see a surge in online sales

per cent of online shoppers have had to contend

with so many people subject to stay-at-home

with missed deliveries, re-scheduling deliveries,

orders in July as lockdowns began to take hold,”

incorrect delivery address, inconvenient pick-up

he says.

locations, and longer than advised delivery times.

“Unfortunately, this increased demand is

“Delivery, returns and theft concerns make

contributing to the increased stress our supply

online shoppers cautious, and this impacts online

chains are already under, which has been an

retailers,” says David McLean, CEO and founder

ongoing issue for Australian retailers throughout

of Hubbed.

the pandemic. There are several factors that are

“It’s not good for a brand’s reputation if

compounding the problem as the busy Christmas

deliveries don’t arrive as intended or go missing.

shopping season approaches.”

As a consequence, brands suffer from poor

The capping of incoming international flights has put significant pressure on shipping and

customer experience.” Online shopping in Australia continues to set a

we are seeing container costs escalating up to

cracking pace with purchases up 26.9 per cent

four times their usual rate. Retailers are having

year-on-year (YOY) for the 12 months to 31 July

to order stock much earlier than they normally

2021. Lockdowns in NSW and VIC only added to

would, with most larger retailers building up

delivery volume. NSW purchases increased 12.6

healthy inventory levels to ensure that they can

per cent from 27 June 2021 to 21 August 2021.

satisfy their customers.

In Victoria, online shopping grew 14.5 per cent

“The key message for consumers in all of this is

week-on-week in the seven days to 21 August.

to be prepared. Give plenty of time for your items

“This increase in consumer behaviour has a

to be delivered and it’s also an important reminder

flow on effect when it comes to the last-mile

not to leave your Christmas shopping till the last

delivery sector and potential delivery hiccups,”

minute. These issues are likely to be with us for

says Mclean.

the months ahead, so consumers should consider shopping early to avoid disappointment.” A survey recently undertaken by parcel collection point network Hubbed revealed 75.2 74 giftguideonline.com.au

As online shopping continues to rise and Covid-19 limits driver availability, timely deliveries will be stretched. “Supporting density of delivery for carriers helps

ecommerce

1 Offer multiple delivery options. This satisfies increasing consumer demand for choice and control. Customers are placing just as much emphasis on how and where they receive their purchase as the purchase itself. Same day, next day and express delivery options are just the start.

2 Ensure you have a good returns model in place. A strong refund and returns policy can mean the difference between converting a visitor to a customer. A sound returns policy gives confidence to the buyer, while a streamlined refund process, preferable with a convenient drop-off location, offers peace of mind and helps combat buyer hesitancy.

3 Consider sustainability. Reducing your carbon footprint and showcasing actions taken towards sustainability resonates with customers. Brands should be thinking about everything from their packaging materials to delivery services. Delivery to collection points typically reduces carbon emission by 43 per cent versus delivery to home. Further missed deliveries create an extra burden on our roads and environment.

4 Support Local. Australians have an innate desire to support Australian business and hyper-local services. Consider partners and suppliers who are using Aussie products in all parts of your product or service delivery. Online shoppers will notice and appreciate it.

5 Have a strong click and collect offer. Enabling customers to choose a click and collect option at a location near them offers increased reliability, convenience, and lowers your carbon footprint through less traffic congestion and CO2 emissions. Secure parcel delivery also means less temptation for porch pirates.

improve delivery timeframes. Carriers dropping off large volumes in a single drop to a Hubbed location increases their delivery efficiency and

reduces carbon emissions.” Here, Mclean shares his top tips for improving ecommerce delivery and returns. G

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Christmas ALL I WANT FOR

The holiday season is almost here and retailers are gearing up for a bumper Christmas.

any Australians are

for Christmas are homemade and personalised

looking forward to

wrapping paper and packaging,” she says.

Christmas as restrictions are

“In addition, screen printing is experiencing

easing, lockdowns are gone

a renaissance. Lettering and Christmas motifs

and borders are reopening. Retailers are ready for a Christmas bonanza, both

can be printed on a wide variety of surfaces— for postcards, but also napkins or tablecloths.

online and instore, and hope to make up for lost

Complete sets for crochet, embroidery patterns,

time and sales due to their physical stores being

handlettering sets including instructions or

closed on and off for a big part of 2021.

printing sets can be offered as gift ideas. It is also

Eva Olbrich, director of Christmasworld, says doit-yourself (DIY) is more popular than ever before this season, as people were stuck at home and had plenty of time to create things themselves. “Interesting DIY trends that are also appropriate 76 giftguideonline.com.au

very trendy to make your own paints, for which there are complete sets that enrich the range. “A range of products such as Christmas tree baubles with Star Wars motifs or emojis also attract young people to the shop. Crochet and knitting

christmas

are popular with young and old and should appear in the assortment,” she adds. As bricks and mortar is starting to open up again,

yourself. In addition, offering regional producers

why not do a bit of Christmas DIY for your store?

is a sign of sustainable action. This can also be

“Bring real Christmas trees into the shop, hang

advertised in the shop window. A bicycle rack

them upside down for the presentation of goods

in front of the shop is a statement. Look for a

in the shop or in the shop window—this is an

selected range of sustainable products (papers,

absolute eye-catcher and attracts customers.

paints, stars, decorations, etc).

Nature plays a big role in the decoration: dried

Olbrich says that in these special times, people

orange peels can be cut out with Christmas

start decorating for Christmas much earlier than

biscuit shapes and make a beautiful table or

usual, because they want to celebrate with family

window decoration.”

and friends as long as they can.

The desire for a sustainable lifestyle is currently

“Retailers should start decorating indoors and

greater than ever. Create a motto for your store,

outdoors from the beginning of November at

for example ‘Green X-Mas’ or ‘Merry, Sustainable

the latest. The key word for this Christmas season

Christmas’. Decorate everything with natural

is emotionalisation, because this remains the

materials including glass, ceramics, wood, felt or

decisive success factor between stationary trade

similar ornaments.

and online trade.

The themes around sustainability such as

“Create attention-grabbing themed worlds and

recycling, DIY, repairing and second-hand will

presentations that appeal to all the senses and,

be with us for a long time to come, according to

above all, suit your business. And combine your on-

trend experts from style agency Stilbüro bora.

site services with digital offers, because consumer

herke.palmisano.

shopping already begins at home online.

It is definitely worth starting with small steps.

“Announce promotions not only in-store, but

What is particularly noticeable in a positive way

also in advance via your social channels. You could

is when you do without superfluous packaging

use social media to launch a Christmas countdown

and plastic. Or if you offer packaging and ribbons

with decorating and crafting tips to increase

made from recycled materials and use them

anticipation,” she says. OCTOBER 2021 77

1. Plant care gift kit, priced at $44.99. We the Wild, 1300 284 227, hello@wethewild.co, www.wethewild.co, www.facebook.com/wethewildofficial, www.instagram.com/wethewildofficial 2. Overwrought Christmas Baubles, wholesale for $10. Overwrought Garden Art, 0498 243 476, wholesale@overwrought.com.au, www.overwrought.com.au, www.facebook.com/Overwrought.Metalwork, www.instagram.com/overwrought1 3. Christmas kids range, prices available on request. Pilbeam Living, 03 9417 5755, sales@pilbeam.com.au, www.pilbeam.com.au, www.facebook.com/pilbeamliving, www.instagram.com/pilbeamliving/ 4. Gift Collection, set of 2 wholesales for $35. Koala Eco, support@koala.eco, www.koala.eco, www.instagram.com/koalaeco 5. Christmas bath salts, wholesale from $3.45 to $8.67. Empire Australia, 03 8595 7600, fiona@empirebathandbody.com.au, www.empirebathandbody.com.au 78 giftguideonline.com.au

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5 1. Uyuni Lighting Christmas tree flameless candles, retail for $79.95. Enjoy Living, 03 9882 8890, info@enjoyliving.com.au, www.enjoyliving.com.au, www.facebook.com/enjoylivingofficial, www.instagram.com/enjoylivingofficial 2. Meeraboo Australian Christmas collection, wholesales for $23.48. Maere, 0419 744 246, wholesale@meeraboo.com.au, www.meeraboo.com.au, www.facebook.com/Meeraboocandles1, www.instagram.com/meeraboocandles/ 3. Christmas baubles box, pack of 6 wholesales for $13.60. Alperstein Designs, 03 9584 5333, marc@alpersteindesigns.com.au, www.alpersteindesigns.com.au 4. Me to You Christmas candle & reed diffuser set, wholesales for $15.90. Jasnor (Australia), 03 9562 9900, sales@jasnor.com, www.jasnor.com.au, www.facebook.com/JasnorAUS, www.instagram.com/JasnorAUS 5. Christmas greeting cards, wholesale from $2 to $2.50. Lil’s Cards, 0407 457 194, hello@lils.com.au, www.lils.com.au, www.facebook.com/lilswholesalecards, www.instagram.com/lils_cards OCTOBER 2021 79

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3 1. Bloomingville OTINE wood tray with 5 glass votives, wholesales for $31.80. French Bazaar, 03 9555 7956, sales@frenchbazaar.com.au, www.frenchbazaar.com.au, www.facebook.com/Frenchbazaar, www.instagram.com/Frenchbazaar 2. Karen Barnes Christmas baubles bunting featuring Aboriginal artworks, wholesale for $15.90. Alperstein Designs, 03 9584 5333, marc@alpersteindesigns.com.au, www.alpersteindesigns.com.au 3. Best Seller Collection (save 20%), wholesales for $70.16. Koala Eco, support@koala.eco, www.koala.eco, www.instagram.com/koalaeco 4. Checkered wreath paper napkins, wholesale from $3.95 to $4.95. Manor Road, 1300 171 271, hello@manorroad.com.au, www.manorroad.com.au, www.instagram.com/manorroadau/ 5. Organic Pearl and Sterling Silver earrings, wholesale from $18 to $34. Bella Donna Silver, 1300 668 260, customercare@belladonnasilver.com.au, www.belladonnasilver.com.au/, www.facebook.com/belladonnasilver.com.au, www.instagram.com/belladonnasilver/ 80 giftguideonline.com.au

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1. Uyuni Lighting white Christmas tree flameless mini tapers with gold clip, pack of 4 retails for $159.95. Enjoy Living, 03 9882 8890, info@enjoyliving.com.au, www.enjoyliving.com.au, www.facebook.com/enjoylivingofficial, www.instagram.com/enjoylivingofficial 2. Disney Christmas Cinderella snow globe, wholesales for $29.50. Jasnor (Australia), 03 9562 9900, sales@jasnor.com, www.jasnor.com.au, www.facebook.com/JasnorAUS, www.instagram.com/JasnorAUS 3. Bloomingville paper napkins, pack of 20 wholesales for $4.50. French Bazaar, 03 9555 7956, sales@frenchbazaar.com.au, www.frenchbazaar.com.au, www.facebook.com/Frenchbazaar, www.instagram.com/Frenchbazaar

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1. Uyuni Lighting outdoor flameless candles, retail from $59.95. Enjoy Living, 03 9882 8890, info@enjoyliving.com.au, www.enjoyliving.com.au, www.facebook.com/enjoylivingofficial, www.instagram.com/enjoylivingofficial 2. Travaux en cours French summer hats, wholesale for $54.50. French Bazaar, 03 9555 7956, sales@frenchbazaar.com.au, www.frenchbazaar.com.au, www.facebook.com/Frenchbazaar, www.instagram.com/Frenchbazaar 3. Chill Me cooling towel, wholesales for $3.95. Gibson Gifts, 03 581 3666, enquiries@gibsongifts.com.au, www.gibsongifts.com.au, www.instagram.com/chillme.australia 4. Wine glass coasters, pack of 4 wholesales for $15.91. Glass on the Grass, 0421 068 430, lee@glassonthegrass.com, www.glassonthegrass.com, www.facebook.com/glassonthegrass, www.instagram.com/glassonthegrass 82 giftguideonline.com.au

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1. Guzzini Tiffany Milk White, wholesales from $4.28 to $33.75. Fratelli Guzzini, 02 9457 7351, admin@fratelliguzzini.com.au, www.fratelliguzzini.com.au, www.instagram.com/fratelliguzziniaustralia 2. Overwrought Bonsai in pot, wholesales for $37.50. Overwrought Garden Art, 0498 243 476, wholesale@overwrought.com.au, www.overwrought.com.au, www.facebook.com/Overwrought.Metalwork, www.instagram.com/overwrought1 3. Sohum Tiki Beach reed diffuser, perfumette & candle wholesale for $18.15, $9.06 & $18.15 each. Sohum Group,1300 145 455, sales@sohumcosmetics.com, www.sohumtradeonly.com, www.facebook.com/sohumofficial, www.instagram.com/sohumofficial 4. Dorothy watering can, wholesales for $14.90. Rayell, 1300 859 728, sales@rayell.com, www.rayell.com, www.facebook.com/rayellgifts, www.instagram.com/rayell__/ 5. Allen Designs Studio cork backed coasters & placemats, wholesale from $ 4.25. Rikaro, 03 9587 9554, wsales@rikaro.com.au, www.rikaro.com.au OCTOBER 2021 83

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4 1. Sustainable beach, yoga, travel & fitness towels, prices available on request. The Summer Chaser, hey@thesummerchaser.com, www.thesummerchaser.com, www.facebook.com/thesummerchaser, www.instagram.com/thesummerchaser/ 2. Chill Me Mr Fan, wholesales for $3.95. Gibson Gifts, 03 581 3666, enquiries@gibsongifts.com.au, www.gibsongifts.com.au, www.instagram.com/chillme.australia 3. Pawfect collection, prices available on request. Pilbeam Living, 03 9417 5755, sales@pilbeam.com.au, www.pilbeam.com.au, www.facebook.com/pilbeamliving, www.instagram.com/pilbeamliving/ 4. 1Canoe2 cards, wholesale for $3.15. Vevoke, 02 9882 2278, info@vevoke.com, www.vevoke.com, www.facebook.com/vevoke, www.instagram.com/vevoke 5. NF Living large-scale pots, wholesale from $47.95 to $99. Nicholas Agency, 02 9579 2200, sales@nf.net.au, www.nf.net.au, www.facebook.com/NFLiving, www.instagram.com/nf_living 84 giftguideonline.com.au

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3 1. Genuine vented Panama hat, retails from $129 to $139. Akili, 07 3185 5484, contact@akili.global, www.akili.com.au, www.facebook.com/akiliaustralia, www.instagram.com/akili_australia/ 2. Intrinsic Jigsaw Puzzles 1,000 pieces, wholesale for $22.77. Intrinsic Enterprises, 08 8232 2366, hello@intrinsiconline.com, www.intrinsiconline.com, www.facebook.com/theintrinsicway, www.instagram.com/theintrinsicway 3. Australian Eucalypt all occasion cards (6) with deluxe envelopes, wholesale for $11.34. Bell Art Australia, 0402 030 953, info@bellart.com.au, www.bellart.com.au, www.facebook.com/bellartaustralia, www.instagram.com/bellartaustralia

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1. Tote bags, wholesale for $14.95. Alperstein Designs, 03 9584 5333, marc@alpersteindesigns.com.au, www.alpersteindesigns.com.au 2. Outback Tails dog accessories featuring art by Keturah Zimran, wholesale from $9.07 to $52.25. Outback Tails, 02 4929 5080, jessica@outbacktails.com, www.outbacktails.com, www.facebook.com/outbacktails 3. NF Living ceramic vases, wholesale from $33.95 to $64.95. Nicholas Agency, 02 9579 2200, sales@nf.net.au, www.nf.net.au, www.facebook.com/NFLiving, www.instagram.com/nf_living 4. Salt body scrub, wholesales for $8.67. Empire Australia, 03 8595 7600, fiona@empirebathandbody.com.au, www.empirebathandbody.com.au 5. Intrinsic Stationery A4 menu planner pad & A5 shopping list pad, wholesale for $9.07 & $7.25 respectively. Intrinsic Enterprises, 08 8232 2366, hello@intrinsiconline.com, www.intrinsiconline.com, www.facebook.com/theintrinsicway, www.instagram.com/theintrinsicway 86 giftguideonline.com.au

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3 1. de.fined wine glass, first responder mug & framed art, wholesale for $5.90 each. Jasnor (Australia), 03 9562 9900, sales@jasnor.com, www.jasnor.com.au, www.facebook.com/JasnorAUS, www.instagram.com/JasnorAUS 2. SCALLOP vase & cushion, prices available on request. Madras Link, graphics@madraslink.com.au, www.madraslink.com, www.facebook.com/MadrasLinkHomewares, www.instagram.com/madraslink/ 3. Wordbits, priced at $49. Mustard Made, hello@mustardmade.com, www.mustardmade.com, www.facebook.com/mustardmade, www.instagram.com/mustardmade

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1. Coastal wall hanging, retails for $75. Akili, 07 3185 5484, contact@akili.global, www.akili.com.au,, www.facebook.com/akiliaustralia, www.instagram.com/akili_australia/ 2. Bucket hats featuring Aboriginal artworks, wholesale for $11.35. Alperstein Designs, 03 9584 5333, marc@alpersteindesigns.com.au, www.alpersteindesigns.com.au/ 3. Kids & adults clovers, retail for $89.99 and $99.99 respectively. A Clever Change, hello@acleverchange.com, www.acleverchange.com, www.facebook.com/acleverchange, www.instagram.com/clover_a_clever_change/ 4. New Yorker range, wholesales from $9 to $18. Vevoke, 02 9882 2278, info@vevoke.com, www.vevoke.com, www.facebook.com/vevoke, www.instagram.com/vevoke 5. ShooFly eco food covers, wholesales for $15.91. Glass on the Grass, 0421 068 430, lee@glassonthegrass.com, www.glassonthegrass.com, www.facebook.com/glassonthegrass, www.instagram.com/glassonthegrass 88 giftguideonline.com.au

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1. Coravin Sparkling, retails for $699.95. Coravin Australia, ApacCS@coravin.com, www.coravin.com.au, www.facebook.com/CoravinAustralia, www.instagram.com/coravin_au 2. Notting Hill bear selection, prices available on request. Pilbeam Living, 03 9417 5755, sales@pilbeam.com.au, www.pilbeam.com.au, www.facebook.com/pilbeamliving, www.instagram.com/pilbeamliving/ 3. Rosalyn table, wholesales for $34.90. Rayell, 1300 859 728, sales@rayell.com, www.rayell.com, www.facebook.com/rayellgifts, www.instagram.com/rayell__/

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1. Aromatherapie Maison collection, wholesales from $16.50 to $19. Le Desire Wellness, 03 9558 8955, wholesale@ledesire.com, www.ledesire.com 2. Chill Me Cooling Towel, wholesales for $3.95. Gibson Gifts, 03 581 3666, enquiries@gibsongifts.com.au, www.gibsongifts.com.au, www.instagram.com/chillme.australia 3. Intrinsic Ceramics coffee cup with lid, wholesales for $14.85. Intrinsic Enterprises, 08 8232 2366, hello@intrinsiconline.com, www.intrinsiconline.com, www.facebook.com/theintrinsicway, www.instagram.com/theintrinsicway 4. Jardinopia garden décor range, wholesales from $11.35 to $22.70. Jasnor (Australia), 03 9562 9900, sales@jasnor.com, www.jasnor.com.au, www.facebook.com/JasnorAUS, www.instagram.com/JasnorAUS 5. E. Frances cards, wholesale for $3.15. Vevoke, 02 9882 2278, info@vevoke.com, www.vevoke.com, www.facebook.com/vevoke, www.instagram.com/vevoke 90 giftguideonline.com.au

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1. Yae Sakura Japanese tea sets, wholesale for $40 for 2 cup set, $57 for 4 cup set. J Style, 02 4225 8811, info@jstyle.com.au, www.jstyle.com.au, www.facebook.com/jstyle.com.au, www.instagram.com/jstyle_au/ 3. Tuffled flower confetti bath mat, wholesales for $27.90. Rayell, 1300 859 728, sales@rayell.com, www.rayell.com, www.facebook.com/rayellgifts, www.instagram.com/rayell__/ 2. Dinkum Dolls Travel Togs, priced at $59.90.Olli Ella, 02 6675 9725, hello@olliella.com, au.olliella.com, www.facebook.com/OlliElla, www.instagram.com/olliella/

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1. Fine bone China ceramics, wholesale for $18.18. Alperstein Designs, 03 9584 5333, marc@alpersteindesigns.com.au, www.alpersteindesigns.com.au 2. Ma Poesie Paris beach towels, wholesale from $50 to $59. French Bazaar, 03 9555 7956, sales@frenchbazaar.com.au, www.frenchbazaar.com.au, www.facebook.com/Frenchbazaar, www.instagram.com/Frenchbazaar 3. Intrinsic Ceramics mugs, wholesale for $11.36. Intrinsic Enterprises, 08 8232 2366, hello@intrinsiconline.com, www.intrinsiconline.com, www.facebook.com/theintrinsicway, www.instagram.com/theintrinsicway 4. Red Cap cards & wrapping paper, wholesale for $3.15 and $3.40 respectively. Vevoke, 02 9882 2278, info@vevoke.com, www.vevoke.com, www.facebook.com/vevoke, www.instagram.com/vevoke 5. Essence kids sun hat pack, wholesales for $6.25. Gibson Gifts, 03 581 3666, enquiries@gibsongifts.com.au, www.gibsongifts.com.au, www.instagram.com/essenceaccessories_au 92 giftguideonline.com.au

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4 1. Le Reve, wholesales from $12 to $16. Le Desire Wellness, 03 9558 8955, wholesale@ledesire.com, www.ledesire.com 2. Disney Nightmare before Christmas tea set, wholesales for $53. J Style, 02 4225 8811, info@jstyle.com.au, www.jstyle.com.au, www.facebook.com/jstyle.com.au, www.instagram.com/jstyle_au/ 3. NF Living outdoor cushions, wholesale from $ 15.95 to $21.50. Nicholas Agency, 02 9579 2200, sales@nf.net.au, www.nf.net.au, www.facebook.com/NFLiving, www.instagram.com/nf_living 4. HOLA milk probiotic illuminating range, retails from $25 to $42. Glamourflage, 0451 722 234, sales@glamourflage.com.au, www.glamourflage.com.au, www.facebook.com/GlamourflageAU, www.instagram.com/holaskinaustralia 5. Rainbow hangers, prices start from $22. Mustard Made, hello@mustardmade.com, www.mustardmade.com, www.facebook.com/mustardmade, www.instagram.com/mustardmade OCTOBER 2021 93

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1. Boxed soaps, wholesale for $6.82. Alperstein Designs, 03 9584 5333, marc@alpersteindesigns.com.au, www.alpersteindesigns.com.au 2. NF Living mini ceramic vessels, wholesale from $6.95 to $8.95. Nicholas Agency, 02 9579 2200, sales@nf.net.au, www.nf.net.au, www.facebook.com/NFLiving, www.instagram.com/nf_living 3. Disney Classic Collectible mug & desk plaque, wholesale for $13.65 & $6.80 respectively. Jasnor (Australia), 03 9562 9900, sales@jasnor.com, www.jasnor.com.au, www.facebook.com/JasnorAUS, www.instagram.com/JasnorAUS 4. Pepin Press paper books & writing sets, wholesale for $13.60 and $22.70 respectively. Vevoke, 02 9882 2278, info@vevoke.com, www.vevoke.com, www.facebook.com/vevoke, www.instagram.com/vevoke 5. Allen Designs cotton tote bags & pouches, wholesale from $2.75 to $9.95. Rikaro, 03 9587 9554, wsales@rikaro.com.au, www.rikaro.com.au 94 giftguideonline.com.au

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1. Neoprene mouse pads, wholesale for $5.50. Alperstein Designs, 03 9584 5333, marc@alpersteindesigns.com.au, www.alpersteindesigns.com.au 2. NF Living painted wall art, wholesales from $77.95 to $79.95. Nicholas Agency, 02 9579 2200, sales@nf.net.au, www.nf.net.au, www.facebook.com/NFLiving, www.instagram.com/nf_living 3. Intrinsic Diaries & Calendar, wholesale from $13.63 to $22.72. Intrinsic Enterprises, 08 8232 2366, hello@intrinsiconline.com, www.intrinsiconline.com, www.facebook.com/theintrinsicway, www.instagram.com/theintrinsicway 4. Disney Pair Mugs, wholesale for $33 per gift boxed pair. J Style, 02 4225 8811, info@jstyle.com.au, www.jstyle.com.au, www.facebook.com/jstyle.com.au, www.instagram.com/jstyle_au/ 5. JooJoo paper cards, wholesale for $3.15. Vevoke, 02 9882 2278, info@vevoke.com, www.vevoke.com, www.facebook.com/vevoke, www.instagram.com/vevoke OCTOBER 2021 95

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4 1. Niaski magnets, wholesale for $3.15. Vevoke, 02 9882 2278, info@vevoke.com, www.vevoke.com, www.facebook.com/vevoke, www.instagram.com/vevoke 2. Intrinsic Greeting Cards, wholesale for $2.95. Intrinsic Enterprises, 08 8232 2366, hello@intrinsiconline.com, www.intrinsiconline.com, www.facebook.com/theintrinsicway, www.instagram.com/theintrinsicway 3. HOLA instant soothing repair range, retails from $28 to $58. Glamourflage, 0451 722 234, sales@glamourflage.com.au, www.glamourflage.com.au, www.facebook.com/GlamourflageAU, www.instagram.com/holaskinaustralia 4. NF Living MDF cork-backed coasters & placemats, sets of 4 wholesale for $3.95 & $15.95 respectively. Nicholas Agency, 02 9579 2200, sales@nf.net.au, www.nf.net.au, www.facebook.com/NFLiving, www.instagram.com/nf_living 5. Allen Designs pill/ trinket box & compact mirror, wholesale for $3.85 and $2.85 respectively. Rikaro, 03 9587 9554, wsales@rikaro.com.au, www.rikaro.com.au 96 giftguideonline.com.au

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