INSIDE THE WINTER ISSUE SHOWCASES 14 Editor's Picks 16 Mother's Day + Father's Day 22 Global Accents DEPARTMENTS 36 10 Contributors 12 From the Editor 31 Trend Report 112 Display Inspiration 116 Retail Operations 118 Legal Corner 120 Event Calendar 122 Industry & Trade Show News 124 Ad Index 92 24 Coastal + Lake 26 Baby Gifts 28 Grads + Teachers 20 105 Gift Shop Pets 106 Retailer Profile 108 Dog Product Trends 109 32 83 ON THE COVER Utility Goods is an awardwinning lifestyle brand based in San Francisco. Owner, Ryan Lafrenz launched this retail business with a focus on men's products. Read more on page 88. Photo courtesy of Utility Goods. 92 82 98 108 116 43 6 WINTER 2021 GIFT SHOP® PLUS THE COMPLETE RESOURCE FOR SPECIAL TY RET AILERS WINTER 2021 99 Distinctly Masculine KITCHEN & TABLETOP WINTER INTRODUCTIONS TOP TRENDS FOR DOGS DIGITAL BUYING Now including: PLATFORMS