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37th Giftex; India's Premier Gifts Trade Show
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Aug

Reimagined…Redefined Businesses With Giftex

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In this ever-evolving and dynamic Indian gift market, consumers look for innovative and thoughtfully curated gifts that serve a purpose rather than hang on the wall. With a host of new-age gift products and great gifting ideas by leading and promising new brands, the 37th edition of Giftex was held to reimagine and redefine businesses to meet customer’s expectations and leverage them.

The festival times have lined up for 2024-25 and there is a high demand for innovative gifting products in the market. Secondly, the evolution of Indian consumers is also bringing change, as customers have both the willingness and ability to pay for new gifting ideas and products. Better economic growth, rising disposable incomes, increased exposure to international trends, and online gifting culture are a few other factors that contribute to the cardinal shift towards more gifting needs.

37th edition of Giftex offered new gift-sourcing solutions to potential buyers and business directions to gift vendors. Scheduled for August 6-9, 2024 at Nehru Centre, Worli – Mumbai, Giftex set the perfect stage to network with the best gift vendors, discover latest gifting trends and bulk-source gifts to meet the consumer demands.

Best Gift Vendors Across India

Top brands and manufacturers who have participated regularly at Giftex over the years, unveiled their latest gifting innovations at the show. Giftex acts as a perfect stage for vendors and buyers to meet and exchange ideas, gifting solutions and boost the business potential during the upcoming festive and special day celebrations. Keeping up with these market trends, Giftex offered a wide range of innovations in gift products blending traditional items with modern-day techniques and styles. Vendors were spread across all categories like wedding, corporate, luxury, home décor, health & wellness, travel, electronics and gadgets, novelties, and specialized merchandise making the 37th edition of Giftex a unique experience for visitors that opened several avenues to source gifts.

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Day 1: Roaring Start Of Giftex 2024

Giftex had a roaring start, with vendors across India presenting new-age gifting ideas in varied categories such as wedding, luxury, health and wellness, travel, electronics & gadgets & more. The platform brought the industry together with promising brands, manufacturers, retailers, and wholesalers. It was also supported by handicraft companies showcasing exquisite artwork, especially from West Bengal. The atmosphere was vibrant with alluring gifting products all around, enthusiastic visitors enquiring about new products, taking demos, and enjoying freebie gifts as a token of gesture for visiting the expo. The event saw a footfall of 15,000+ enthusiasts from various cities and verticals during the 4-day power-packed event.

Visitors were all set to explore a world of innovation, creativity, and surprises at carefully curated stalls. Whether on the hunt for the latest tech, or unique crafts our exhibitors had something special just for every visitor. Exclusive deals, live demonstrations, and intriguing gift products set the perfect stage for forthcoming days at the expo. Visitors were happy and went with curious minds to explore some more gifting items and ideas in the forthcoming days of the expo.

Whether an exhibitor or a visitor, everyone was having a fantastic time exploring products and enjoying the various activities/presentations that the exhibition had to offer.

Day 2: Gained The Momentum With A Mix Of Visitors

On day 2, the show gained momentum as more people became aware of the event and visited to experience it. Exhibitors had a chance to gauge audience reactions from the first day so that they could come up with their best and top-of-the-line gift products for better engaging with visitors. There were discussions and talks between the vendors and visitors, exchange of visiting cards, contacts, and information leaflets to establish business relations.

With so many gift items to see, it was easy to forget some exciting finds. Thus, people planned to revisit some of the exhibits who found it intriguing on the first day and took this opportunity to explore areas that were missed earlier. Throughout the event, there were additional workshops, talks, and demonstrations planned for the next day. It provided valuable insights into the industry, trends, and even DIY gift ideas.

By the end of the second day, the gift exhibition hall came alive with an array of vibrant colors, dazzling lights, and intriguing displays. Among the exhibitors were trailblazing gift companies, each eager to make their mark and share their stories through their debut brands.

The exhibition stood memorable and influential gathering, leaving a lasting positive impression on attendees, participants, & stakeholders.

Top influencers across the city had marked their presence at the expo, creating reels and taking bites to posts on their social media pages informing the visitors about this one-of-a-kind show and requesting them to visit the show.

Day 3: Promising New Brands And Social Media Presence

By now, the exhibition had likely hit its stride, and both exhibitors & visitors were fully immersed in the experience amidst which the debut brands etched their place in the hearts of all who attended. Leaving an indelible mark on the world, these promising brands ignited a spark of curiosity and possibility that will continue to inspire generations to come. The journey has just begun for these visionary gift companies, and the awareness of these debut brands will continue to ripple across industries, transforming with their innovative visions. The innovation, passion, and dedication of these companies were evident in every detail. The news about the debut brands spread like wildfire, attracting attention from industry experts and media outlets. These companies with new-age gift products were all set to leave their mark in the industry and redefine the standards of innovation.

These debut brands brought a breath of fresh air to the gift industry, and we are proud to present them at Giftex 2024. Each brand had a unique story to tell, and exhibitors invited visitors to be a part of their exciting journey through social media posts.

More social influencers hit the show on the second consecutive day, creating reels, and posting on their pages and also inviting visitors to witness innovative gifting ideas, exquisite style, and new-age gifts at Giftex 2024: India’s premier gift trade show.

Day 4: Curtain Down For A Vibrant & Energetic Event

The final day was a stirring experience, as there was plenty to enjoy and make the most of Giftex 2024. For exhibitors, it was their last chance to make a lasting impression on the visitors. So, they made sure the booth was well-organized and visually appealing. They were enthusiastic and approachable, ready to answer any questions and engage with potential customers. Exhibitors came up with some exciting last-minute deals and promotional offers to encourage visitors to make their final purchases.

Visitors were busy cracking these deals and trying to place orders with the vendors. Took time to explore and compare different gifting options. Since exhibitors came up with exclusive offers or discounted prices it gave an excellent opportunity to find unique gifts at a good bargain.

Even though it was the last day, there was still much to explore, learn, and enjoy. The audience made the most of the final moments of this exciting event and created lasting memories. From awe-inspiring gifts to freebies and exciting gift trends it was an event full of a roll coaster ride. Everyone had a fantastic time on the last day of the gifting exhibition!

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Social Media Frenzy World

In this social media-driven world, how could anyone stop themselves from clicking pictures or creating videos? Yes! Exhibitors and visitors were busy clicking photos, making reels posting on social media such as Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube shots – a diligently followed practice in this tech-driven era to preserve the expo memories. Thanks to the immense efforts of exhibitors the show created new horizons in the world of gifting and enough buzz for the visitors to take time and visit their stalls.

Lastly, drone cameras were also flown across the arena during this four-day event capturing the best of the shots, videos of strikingly designed stalls, gift hampers, visitors, engagements, audience interaction, and the vibrant atmosphere of the show.

Summary

In this 4-day event, exhibitors were pleased with the frequency of visitors to Giftex – India’s premier gift exhibition. The traffic built up gradually and heavily with buyers and visitors from different cities, regions, and towns from all over India. People got a chance to update themselves on new-age gifting products, trends in the gift market, and competitive advantages of the future. Giftex highlighted categories such as wedding, luxury, corporate, wellness, electronics, and more which grow faster than others or give inroads for retail business.

New-age gifting products and innovative ideas are essential for Indian retailers in the gifting market. Giftex presents a unique mixture of well-established brands and manufacturers along with promising new entrants from India showing their fresh gifting ideas and products. The gifting needs of consumers change with their growing income, evolving lifestyles, and the rise of e-commerce giants. Thus, every year new gifting products with exquisite style are being introduced to Giftex that will help them develop and grow faster. Be it – weddings, festivals, or promotional events, the 37th edition, Giftex came up with impeccable gifting solutions for it.

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