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Retail Trends for 2026

Retail Trends for 2026

The retail world is going to change in some pretty serious ways next year. It’s important to stay up to date with these expected trends so your bookstore can be fully prepared to navigate the upcoming challenges with as much preparation as possible. Find out what retailers can come to expect in 2026 with these … Continue reading

Our Holiday Campaign is Almost Over!

Our Holiday Campaign is Almost Over!

Our 2025 Holiday Campaign is almost over, so be sure not to miss out on our sweet holiday deals! The Gift Guide Our 2025 Holiday Gift Guide features the season’s hottest new products, coolest tech, and reliable best-sellers that all make perfect holiday gifts. Plus, you still have time to find the secret promo code … Continue reading

Merchandise More Effectively in 2026

Merchandise More Effectively in 2026

Merchandising in your retail store is more than just a fun way to show off your products. It’s an opportunity to boost sales, improve shopping experiences, and make your customers really care about your store and the products you carry. Now more than ever, effective merchandising is so important as everything is competing for our … Continue reading

Attract Last Minute Shoppers

Attract Last Minute Shoppers

As retailers, we’re used to preparing far ahead. But many shoppers will find themselves waiting until the last minute to do their holiday shopping. While it may add stress to their daily lives to wait that long, you have opportunities as a retailer to make their last-minute shopping a bit easier and, in turn, turn … Continue reading

Festive & Engaging Display Ideas

Festive & Engaging Display Ideas

Retail displays are more than just a unique way to merchandise products; they’re an opportunity to excite and entice your shoppers and, hopefully, turn them into recurring visitors instead of one-time customers. Check out some fun and festive display ideas for the holiday season to excite your customers and keep them coming back for more! … Continue reading

Get Ready for Black Friday

Get Ready for Black Friday

The biggest shopping day of the year, Black Friday, is just a few weeks away. With such a monumental day ahead of retailers, it’s crucial to prepare for the challenges that come with the occasion. Retailers who don’t get ahead of the schedule will find themselves wondering why they didn’t think ahead when the surge … Continue reading

Best Practices for Holiday Decorating

Best Practices for Holiday Decorating

Part of the holiday season magic is getting to see wonderful decorations in retail stores. Beyond just fancy decorations, good holiday decorations can improve a retailer’s business by attracting customers into a store and subtly influencing them to make a purchase. It’s not so simple as just throwing some decorations up and waiting for the … Continue reading

Exclusive Holiday Promotions at DSC!

Exclusive Holiday Promotions at DSC!

The holiday season isn’t complete without some great deals, and Douglas Stewart has plenty to get retailers through the holiday season! Check out a few of our deals below available now at dstewart.com or check out our holiday promo deals to see all our available deals throughout the season. The Promos Uniball – get 20% … Continue reading

Holiday Retail Trends

Holiday Retail Trends

The holiday shopping season is a key period for retailers. Most stores can expect to see an influx of shoppers, and revenue, when consumers begin shopping for gifts and other holiday deals. It’s important to stay up to date with the latest retail trends and insights surrounding the season, because it can mean the difference … Continue reading