MITB in abc carpet & home

Message in the Bulb is displayed prominently on the main floor of New York City’s iconic abc carpet & home.

Leblon Delienne Book Launch

Leblon Delienne’s stunning pop sculptures continue to make waves globally and will soon be launching with Nordstrom and Bloomingdale’s.

Roberto Cavalli Home: New Collection Launch

We are thrilled to present the new Roberto Cavalli Home collection at New York Home Fashions Market Week.

De Minimis Rule = De Maximum Opportunity

On August 29, 2025, the U.S. administration ended the “De Minimis” rule. This means all shipments to the U.S. from anywhere in the world will be subject to tariffs based on their country of origin, with some exceptions for gifts, etc

Season of becoming and blooming

VICI Brands, our wholesale arm, presented 14 brands at the August 2025 Shoppe Object show. Our 12-person team fielded questions on tariffs and the economy while showcasing classics and newness—and the show was a clear success.

Entry into the U.S. Market: Enter with Escape Velocity in Mind

Established brands, even those that have successfully expanded into other international markets, must understand the vagaries of the U.S. market before committing to enter. The U.S. market is like no other: retailers buy and sell differently, and logistics operators work on unique metrics. Importantly, consumer behavior is impacted by comparable products, ease of shopping, andContinue reading “Entry into the U.S. Market: Enter with Escape Velocity in Mind”

Garden Glory x BrandMX

Garden Glory is a high-end Scandinavian home décor and outdoor brand with a collection of whimsical garden tools and accessories that inspire the imagination and the eye. Beautiful and durable, the majority of products are manufactured in Sweden with the highest quality materials. The stand-out piece this season is the ROOT Christmas Tree Stand. Available in solidContinue reading “Garden Glory x BrandMX”

Mind the Gap: Warehousing, Logistics, and Administrative Functions

What Brands to Need to Know to Enter and Establish in the Americas, Part 3 Brands entering the American market typically prioritize sales and marketing, allocating significant investments in time, energy, and resources to these efforts. An often overlooked, perhaps less exciting, but equally—if not more—important aspect of market expansion is the establishment and maintenanceContinue reading “Mind the Gap: Warehousing, Logistics, and Administrative Functions”

Mind the Gap: Omni-Channel Selling, Brand-building and Marketing

What Brands to Need to Know to Enter and Establish in the Americas, Part 2 Omni-Channel across retail and wholesale is the required approach for brands to maximize reach in the American market. Each channel complements the other, and collectively causes a “halo effect” that increases overall sales. International brands seeking entry into the sizableContinue reading “Mind the Gap: Omni-Channel Selling, Brand-building and Marketing”

Mind the Gap: Legal Considerations

What Brands to Need to Know to Enter and Establish in the Americas, Part 1 Disclaimer: The content of this article has been prepared for informational purposes only and does not constitute or should not be construed as legal advice. Readers of this article should contact their attorney to obtain advice with respect to anyContinue reading “Mind the Gap: Legal Considerations”