WWD: Accessories Shows See Uptick in Traffic, Mood

NEW YORK — This month’s accessories trade shows — AccessoriesTheShow and Accessorie Circuit — exhibited strong signs of continued growth within the sector. “I think people seemed pretty optimistic, cautiously optimistic,” said Joseph Maio, owner of Adornments Fine Jewelry in Sag Harbor, N.Y., who attended both shows. “People weren’t afraid of pushing the envelope with … Continue reading »

WWD: Cheap Accessories

A new accessories customer has emerged, molded by the recession, fast fashion and Internet shopping. As a result, there is renewed focus by brands on costume jewelry, as well as lower-price handbags, eyewear and other products. Accessories vendors and retailers attending the New York trade shows this month said conditions had compelled them to target … Continue reading »

WWD: Accessories Shows Highlight Challenges

NEW YORK — Accessories vendors and retailers attending trade shows here last week said navigating through still treacherous economic conditions has forced them to seek ways to reduce costs yet offer product that delivers innovation and value. Industry representatives at JA, Accessorie Circuit and AccessoriesTheShow expressed hope that the recession had passed, despite warning signs … Continue reading »

WWD: Accessories Shows Embrace Social Media

Accessories trade shows, encouraged by a warming economy, are embracing new social media-based initiatives and loyalty programs to grow their attendance. AccessoriesTheShow, which is owned and produced by Business Journals Inc., will stage its next show Aug. 1 to 3 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center here. “Retailers are very selective about the trade … Continue reading »

WWD: Accessories Shows Focus on Value, Newness

NEW YORK — Unusual designs at lower price points struck a chord with buyers at the accessories trade shows here. Although foot traffic varied at the shows, which ran from May 2 to 7, increased optimism was evident, particularly compared with the depths of the recession last year. “There was a definite buzz in the … Continue reading »