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Fit for new times, redefined lifestyles, reinvented 'outdoors' and 'sustainable' trend fuels this demand and inspires
households, altered routines and multiple work spaces, the designers to offer variety.
product variations and innovations were in resonance to the
An exhibitor of vases, lamps and outdoor accessories from
emergent world. Among gifts & decoratives, multiple ideas &
Moradabad shared, “IHGF has allowed us to explore new
inspiration, high-end displays for the home or hospitality, gifting
opportunities in different markets and connect with more buyers,
and packaging, all were taken note of, just as lighting that can be
shaping our successful journey in the business world.” A Jodhpur
customized to spatial and theme requirements. Buyers could
based manufacturer of mango wood furniture made with
source from a wide variety of home textiles & furnishing with
responsibly procured raw material said, they have been
several enrichments like fusion techniques, appliqué, tie & dye,
participating in this fair since two decades and have met businesses
hand block printing, embroidery, zari craft, mirror and bead work,
here. Another from this city shared, “we have a well-established
quilting, flocking, patchwork, etc. In houseware, gaining
factory and showroom, our own seasoning & treatment plant and
prominence were artisan made copper housewares that are
our association with EPCH fairs have been as old as our company.”
redefining cooking and serving spaces with pans, kettles, plates,
Exhibitors of luxury hardware like handles, knobs, etc., from Noida
tumblers, nesting bowls, spoons & ladles, etc.
shared of good buyer attention at IHGF Delhi Fair Furniture. A
There were cheerful children’s room products. With manufacturer of premium hobby items and craft supplies/
furniture to suit creative needs, decor to enliven the mood, products from Bangalore participating for the second consecutive
furnishing & accessories to reflect the personality of the occupant, time said that their handmade paper flowers, canvases, paint and
the perfect size activity/study/work table, enough space on the other art supplies were most adored and among highest selling
floor for the quick reflexes, etc., children’s rooms offered a lot of products. A teen and young age-group fashion jewellery &
potential for businesses dealing in this category. accessories manufacturer from Delhi region spoke of his long
association with EPCH fairs and how he gathered new buyers
Bags, purses and fashion accessories with inspirational story
through these. A similar sentiment was shared by an exhibitor of
lines attracted many, just like Indian jewellery in contemporary
carpets & rugs from Panipat. A Kolkata / Chennai based specialist
manifestations. Unusual hangings, table top knick knacks and
of dried flowers and potpourri shared, “we have been associated
many more gifts and embellishments were among the preferred
with EPCH since a long time now. This fair has been favourable for
in festive decor. Refreshing cane & bamboo with their eco-friendly
us, the footfall is good.”
and multifunctional attributes continued to stand out as the

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