In just a few days, the Jacob K. Javits Center will transform into a decorating, lifestyle and gifting wonderland, filled with incredible products and great stories to tell when NY NOW®, the Market for Home, Lifestyle + Gift, takes over. From Sunday, August 12, through Wednesday, August 15, the NY NOW summer 2018 market will become the leading destination for buyers, designers, shop owners, and more to source what consumers will demand this season, into 2019 and beyond.
“NYC is always at the heart of the design and fashion world and NY NOW is the ideal place to be for everything new and on-trend in the home, handmade, and gift industries," said Randi Mohr, Emerald Expositions Vice President and NY NOW Director. "Our brands bring an elevated experience and we continue to make NY NOW a destination for buyers, designers, tastemakers and more to see the latest trends. We’re especially excited for the summer market because we have made significant enhancements delivering even more value to our customers. We can’t wait to be onsite in just a few days to see all of the great brands and products that will be on display! There’s still time to register, so don’t miss out!”
On-Trend and Design-Forward Products
NY NOW consistently delivers a dynamic collection of brands to give buyers, designers and shop owners the opportunity to source the most on-trend products across hundreds of categories at every price point. From home decor, furnishings, tabletop, gourmet housewares, accessories, stationery, gifts, toys and more, NY NOW will have it all. Products from some of the world’s top designers such as Kartell (Booth #3704), Vitra (Booth #3502), Artek (Booth #3502), and Tom Dixon (Booth #3710) will also be featured in dramatic exhibitions on the Market floor. For a look at the full exhibitor list, please click here.
NY NOW’s HOME Collection will focus on furnishings and home textiles, interior decor, tabletop and gourmet housewares and contemporary design objects. The LIFESTYLE Collection will feature the latest trend driven gifts in four themed sections including Baby + Child, Gift, Personal Accessories and Personal Care + Wellness. Finally, as the industry’s hallmark of design and craftsmanship, the HANDMADE Collection presents three distinct sections - Handmade® Designer Maker, Handmade® Global Design, and Artisan Resource® - offering handcrafted merchandise in categories such as tabletop, ceramics, textiles, home decor, jewelry, apparel and more.
Curated Displays
For a one-stop-shop of products with purpose or the newest designs to hit the market, buyers can be inspired while browsing our expertly curated displays. Environmentally conscious and socially responsible products from manufacturers around the world can be found in the sustainability: design for a better world® display, which will be located in booth #1406 on Level 3. To see new product introductions, including launches exclusive to the summer market, take a look at the destination:new display which will be located in booth #1403 on Level 3. As the industry’s most expansive marketplace, these displays are the ideal first stop for any buyer or market attendee.
Seminars, Special Events and Trend Talks
This season, market participants will have the opportunity to hear from legendary icons and leading influencers, such as Iris Apfel, Justina Blakeney, Brittany Watson Jepsen, Erin Gates, Nicole Feliciano, and more during several Trend Talks and Book Signings that will be taking place throughout the market during various dates and times.
Additionally, NY NOW will continue to offer its informative seminar and education programs to give attendees valuable insights and content to take their businesses to the next level. Led by industry experts including representatives from associations, leading trade and consumer publications and more, sessions will address some of today’s most talked about topics and give buyers great tips to implement when they return to their stores, showrooms or studios.
After hours, attendees will get ready to sing and clap along to the lively music of SUMMER: THE DONNA SUMMER MUSICAL, which is this year’s featured show for NY NOW’s sold-out “A Night On Broadway” outing, taking place on Tuesday, August 14 at 7:00 p.m.
There’s Still Time to Register!
NY NOW is a can’t-miss experience and online registrations will be accepted for qualified members of the trade through 11:59 p.m. on August 11th. Applicants may sign up using the online registration form though must present credentials on-site upon arrival to the market in order to complete the process and receive a badge.
