This
weekend's Melbourne's August gift fair is a large event, taking up all of
Jeff's Shed plus a number of pavilions at The Showgrounds.
It is the
premier fair of its type in Melbourne and is a showcase for the latest gift and
homewares ideas. The fair is strictly "trade only" and attracts
retailers from all around Australia.
It is
difficult to walk the halls without bumping into Queen Victoria Market Traders but
this year we were impressed to find at least 7 traders were occupying stands at
the fair and selling their products direct to the trade. They represented
categories including toys, handbags and candles. It is good to see that traders
continue to have influence in all aspects of retailing.
