Bursting with industry news and views, retailer perspectives and in-depth articles, make sure you check it out now.
In addition to printed copies starting to hit the desks of all major and independent stationery buyers, distributors and suppliers from next week, you can also read the full issue online now.
We start off with five pages packed of industry news, from our Christmas trade round-up to the stationery trends to look out for in 2025, thanks to Stationery Fest founder, Becki Cross. There’s celebrations for Nemo Office Club, National Stationery Week and UOE Stores, which all won awards at the BOSS Awards in November last year and we catch up with brands which have made the Gift Of The Year shortlist, including Coffeenotes, Yop & Tom and Another Studio.
In this issue, we go behind the brand and bring you a profile of Italian lifestyle and stationery brand, Legami. The company celebrates 20 years of business in 2025 and shows no signs of slowing down. This year, the brand is set to expand further into North America and Asia, building on its success in Europe and its immersive retail experiences. And of course, there’s bound to be a lot more limited edition erasable pens coming to market over the year.
We dive into fine art supplies, with an in-depth look at the latest trends and innovations in this sector. From watercolour painting to Manga art, the demand for high quality art materials is rising across a wide range of categories. We explore how suppliers are responding to growing demand for quality, sustainable products and what to expect in 2025.
In addition, we spotlight the growing popularity of planners, diaries and organisers. As we increasingly prioritise organisation and productivity, these products are more than just functional; they’ve become a lifestyle choice. We look at how this sector continues to evolve, meeting the diverse needs of today’s consumer.
Elsewhere, we have an interview with Mark Janson-Smith of Postmark, catching up with him about the recent store expansion, as well as insights from The Gift Stationery Company’s Nigel Parr.
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