NEAC News

NEAC is thrilled to announce that we will hold a show in Manchester, September 13-14, 2020.  We are very excited to bring our community of reps and buyers together. To protect everyone’s health and safety, we are implementing the following precautions: Masks will be required for all reps, buyers, and staff Temperature checks will be...

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Tips for Retailers

Great news for boutiques, gift shops, and other retailers who want to quickly get going with online sales.  Facebook this week launched Facebook Shops – a free service where businesses can list their products for sale on their Facebook Page, Instagram Profile, Stories or in ads. The service will be expanded over time to include...

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NEAC News

NEAC is so happy for our retailers who can begin opening for business. Of course, safety is on everyone’s minds. There isn’t a unified reopening strategy across all states and both government and business owners are making decisions based on a variety of factors. Some states have started reopening, while others haven’t yet opened the...

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NEAC News

NEAC Stands By Our Retailers We are living in extraordinary times.  While the NEAC reps greatly miss having seen our beloved buyer community in Manchester in March, we do know that it was best for everyone’s health to postpone our March and April shows.  Still, we know that many in our community are struggling with...

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Fashion Trends

E-commerce is a term nearly all retailers will have some level of familiarity with. E-commerce, an abbreviation for electronic commerce, is the process of buying and selling goods or services on the internet. As consumers continue to turn to their laptops and smartphones to make purchases, the potential for companies to grow their customer base...

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NEAC News

When you have a beautiful shop, boutique, or retail store, you likely put time and effort into curating your store. Keeping a beautiful storefront, designing displays, and visualizing the floor takes time and commitment. But are you equally committed to your boutique’s online presence? Do you put the same time and effort into marketing your...

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Fashion Trends

With so many boutiques in prime locations, the fire burns red hot in the small business scene of New England. Dedicated shop owners are in pursuit of unique storefronts and store aesthetics. They put their heart and soul into finding the perfect space, and curating the boutique they have always wanted. But is creativity and...

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NEAC News

It’s no secret that social media has, in many ways, changed how we as a society interact with one another. But social networks have also had an intensely powerful impact on how we do business. From a business perspective, there are both positive and negative developments that can be associated with the rise of social...

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NEAC News

New England Apparel Club is the premier association of independent apparel, accessories footwear, and gift reps in New England. With five signature shows each year, two smaller shows in Syracuse, NY, and a number of specialty shows throughout New England, NEAC shows truly are unique, identifiable, and distinct experiences. If you’ve attended a NEAC show,...

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