January saw the launch of the first online Gift Fair which focused on the UK market
Claire Turner
April 04, 2025
72 days ago
This month the first edition of the brand-new online trade show The Gift Fair is set to take place. The virtual doors open on January 8th- February 28th. You can visit as many times as you like to explore the stands and interact with all the exciting exhibitors; then re-visit whenever is convenient to discover more or get more information. If you would like to visit you can use promo code #welovegifts for your free ticket to this ground breaking event.
The shows exhibitors range from candles to jigsaw puzzles, party products to jewellery, socks to chocolates and so much more. The show is made up of 9 halls; Gifts, Home, Stationery, Party and Games, Kids and Toys, Jewellery, Fair Trade, Accessories and Greeting Cards. Browse at your convenience with the privacy to look through the stands you like without being approached, this way you can take your time looking at the products and information. You can also save your favourite stands and at the end you will have your own mini show curated just for you.
With over 140 brands showing their latest collections. Some of the latest editions include Brownstone London, Blue Sky Designs, Portico Designs, ANZ Products Limited, All Jigsaw Puzzles, Seedball, Rex London, Hawthorn Handmade, Farhi, History and Heraldry, Ilana Ewing Designs, DCUK and Of Life and Lemons.
Why they are excited about exhibiting at The Gift Fair;
Stuart Browning at Blue Sky Designs: "We are delighted to exhibit at The Gift Fair virtual trade show. It's a brilliant concept as it allows retailers to discover new suppliers and see what existing suppliers are planning to launch in 2025, without having to travel. In addition, the timing is perfect as it allows our customers who cannot make it to the Spring Fair a chance to see what we plan to show, and inspires those visiting the show, to make an effort and visit us.”
"This is an incredible opportunity to share our love for crafting with an engaged and enthusiastic audience." Stephanie Carswell, Founder and Creative Director Hawthorn Handmade.
"Brownstone is delighted to announce that it will be participating in the new online Gift Fair, from 8th January to 28th February 2025. We decided to join as we see online fairs as an exciting new format for the gift industry, it really opens up the possibility of a wider audience being able to discover our brand without the expense and time it takes to travel to a live trade show, we’re particularly looking forward to retailers being able to access our page 24/7 for over 50 days.” – Anne Twist, Founder
"We're excited to be part of this innovative online trade show. This new format offers great opportunities to connect with a wider audience, reduce overhead costs, and engage in a more accessible way. As early adopters, we're eager to see how this fresh approach will reshape the future of trade events." Jawwad Zubair, Founder @ ANZ Products Ltd
"We're really excited to be part of the inaugural Gift Fair. An online trade show is the ideal platform to showcase our new and bestselling collections in an accessible and engaging way, and we're really looking forward to connecting with retailers who may never have discovered us at a traditional trade show".
Scott Clarke, Head of Operations & Sales Rex London
"We’re thrilled to be exhibiting at The Gift Fair, as it offers a unique platform to showcase our latest collections to an engaged audience of industry professionals. The online format allows us to connect with retail buyers direct from their workspace, making it easier than ever to share our passion for design, innovation, and the joy of gifting. This year, we’re especially excited to unveil our newest ranges, which combine creativity with sustainability—key elements we know are important to our partners."
Charlie Czul, Sales & Marketing Director, Portico Designs
“At Bookishly we're so pleased to be part of the first virtual Gift Fair that XPO Fairs are putting on. The technology is incredible and we're excited to meet new UK buyers. Expanding our UK market is a major goal for 2025. Louise Verity - Founder
💡 Revolutionizing Trade Shows – The Gift Fair 💡
When online shopping first emerged, many doubted its potential. Without touching or seeing products in person, how could it succeed? Fast forward to today, and online shopping has become a staple of modern life, complementing – not replacing – the traditional in-store experience.
The same vision drives The Gift Fair.
🎯 Enhancing, Not Replacing
The Gift Fair isn’t here to take the place of in-person trade show, we love trade shows and think they are great, but to expand opportunities for buyers and sellers alike. With an online platform, you can:
✔️ Reach a wider audience from anywhere in the world.
✔️ Gain more leads by participating in both online and in-person events simultaneously.
✔️ Enjoy the convenience of connecting with the market without leaving your home or office.
💸 Cost-Effective for All
Save on travel, accommodation, and food expenses while still showcasing or exploring the best products and brands. Whether you’re a small business or an established enterprise, reducing costs means more resources to invest where it matters most. Who doesn’t like to save money!
🌐 Why Choose Online?
Join us in embracing the future of trade shows with The Gift Fair – a smarter way to connect, explore, and grow.
Although in person trade shows are great, one of the influences of building an online platform is the environmental factors. Online tradeshows help reduce the carbon footprint. Transport and Shipping are major contributors to a trade shows carbon footprint. As an online community we cut out travel emissions and greatly reduce the energy consumption compared to an in-person event. With an online show you can be part of another trade event without adding to the waste and emissions produced and therefore benefit the environment and helping brands reach their sustainability targets. It eliminates the unnecessary carbon-footprint and huge amount of waste from traditional trade shows by well over 90% and we know that is a big factor for many.
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