2020 was another tough year for retail after 2019, but there was some silver lining in that consumers moved money from trips to tabletop.
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"Therein lies something of a challenge for retail: The previous near-complete evaporation of consumer spending on entertainment and leisure freed up funds for the purchase of goods," Weinswig said.
Indie Bridge stores outrank two national chains when one Google’s gift registry service for a state.
Breed & Co. and P.S the Letter, two Texas-based stores that use Bridge to power their online stores, beat Dillard’s and Target when one Goolges “gift registry Texas.” When one Googles other state names, Bridge retailers in those states also beat national chains.
When stores choose to power their online operations with Bridge, they are choosing ...
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VIETRI AND BRIDGE PARTNER TO HELP INDEPENDENT STORES
Retailers Can Receive $150 For Joining Bridge Network
July 15, 2020
NEW YORK, NY – VIETRI, known as the premium importer of luxury tabletop goods from Italy, has launched a new program to help its independent specialty retailers online and in-store. VIETRI has agreed to offer its authorized retailers a credit of $150 towards future purchases by opening a free account with the e-commerce community ...
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A store owner named Alice from South Carolina called me this AM:
She owns a jewelry store started more than 50 years ago.
Like most retailers, she has an older website with little product on it and no online registry.
While the economy was good, Alice kept putting off investing in a new website.
When the Coronavirus outbreak happened last week, she faced the reality of having to spend $5k on a new website that would take two months to setup. Alice feels that is too much
ALL CRYSTAL 25% OFF TODAY - SATURDAY!! Vietri Regalia, Waterford, Reed & Barton, and candlesticks by Arte Italica.
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June 23, 2019
June 23, 2019
Pictures and social media can be a dangerous combo: they breed competition, jealousy, and insecurity. βLikes,β view counts, and comments by peers and strangers propel a bizarre world of masked perfection and underlying anxiety. This isnβt unique to honeymoon postsβitβs happening to teens, single adults, and even business owners that share via social media.
Mads Ryder, the new CEO of Lenox, is profiled in this monthβs Tableware Today. Lenox owns Reed & Bartonβa Smart Brand member.
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January 25, 2019
January 25, 2019
Do you hate managing price increases?
Most retailers do. In January, many brands raise prices. Retailers are buried under Excel files and Dropbox links. Retailers are expected to change prices for 100s or even 1,000s of products.
How can an indie store keep up with these price changes?
We have a solution: Smart Products.
Over four hundred retailers that use Smart Products never have to worry about Excel files and Dropbox links. They get instant price increases from 120 partner brands including: + ...
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January 14, 2019
January 14, 2019
We made a whirlwind 2 day trip to market, but we guarantee you 2019's gonna be Brown's best year yet. We'll post pictures & give you a shout when items start arriving. Check out the brands that'll be heading our way soon with the newest & best we could find!! Bearington Baby Gifts, Vietri, Cassafina, Juliska, Erimish, Julie Vos, Lotus, Pampa Bay, Skyros, Mudpie, Rewind, Peepers, Beatriz Ball, Mary Frances, Reed & Barton, Terrafirma, Gien, Jellybean rugs, Gerson, plus food products from Southern ...
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December 21, 2018
December 21, 2018
Reed & Bartonβs 2018 Bell. Donβt forget yours this year. There are only a few left!!
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Whether it's a $6,000 ring or a $6 bracelet, it's 25% OFF! Need Mother's Day, Graduation, Teacher's Gifts, Anniversary, Birthday? Just imagine, Vahan, Julie Vos, Mud Pie, Escape, Beatriz Ball, Erimish, Calaisio, Lenox, Lotus, Peepers, Rewind, Smathers & Branson, Vietri, Juliska, Waterford, Reed & Barton,Votivo, etc. ALL 25% OFF
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April 27, 2018
April 27, 2018
New arrival of Reed and Barton steak knives. Each are elegantly designed, but definitely up to the tough tasks, this collection will easily cut and serve your favorite meat or poultry. Made of stainless steel, they are protected by a handsome gift box and are dishwasher safe.
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April 26, 2018
April 26, 2018
Reed & Barton definitely the best choice for selecting that special Baby gift. Known for their fine craftsmanship, integrity of design and commitment to quality for many years to come
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April 23, 2018
April 23, 2018
Barware in Leather courtesy of Reed & Barton. Glassworks can get any of these pieces for you!
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March 29, 2018
March 29, 2018
FOR VIETRI SALES REPS
Youβre Invited: Special Webinar for Sales Reps
More than 100+ indie stores are synced with Vietri on Bridge. Why? Join us and find out. Vietri and Bridge will be hosting two informational webinars.
Please pick your time: Monday, May 7th at 1 pm EST or Tuesday, May 8th at 10 am EST
Please RSVP and we'll send you an access link.
Background Customers are flocking online--but many stores donβt have websites that are ready for these customers. We have a solution for these stores. Bridge ...
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March 26, 2018
March 26, 2018
Glassworks has elegant gifts for babies and small children, including personalized items by Reed & Barton!
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February 25, 2018
February 25, 2018
CRAVING OPULENCE? In an often minimalist time, you may want to add some extravagance into the mix...Explore sterling with Burgundy .
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February 17, 2018
February 17, 2018
WINNING TEAM! Relax, sit back with your favorite beverage and enjoy the games.
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