Category Archives: small props

CDW Merchants @ Global Shop 2012

Posted on March 12, 2012 by admin

At Global Shop this year, which took place in Las Vegas at the end of February, we re-created a 14′ high Christmas Tree which was used as a fixture and segregated four important trends for the upcoming year. The props … Continue reading →

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Attack of the Little People…again

Posted on September 16, 2011 by admin

We’ve been seen this visual trend all over the city! The use of the articulated manniken to highlight products. To introduce her new fragrance Diane, at Bloomingdales, Diane Von Furstenberg will be hosting an event and used them to help … Continue reading →

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Mystery Window in Manhattan

Posted on September 13, 2011 by admin

Mystery Window Saw this on another blog but love this quirky story of a man who did his windows just to see who would respond!Visual Merchandising on a personal level. (click the above link to see more)

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Colorful drama in Black and White @ Kate Spade

Posted on August 29, 2011 by admin

We are loving Kate Spade’s year of color for it’s cohesive message carried from product through store display and beyond. July marked their black and white month and the stores really shown in high drama. From the sculpted wigs to … Continue reading →

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Attack of the Little Wooden People

Posted on August 22, 2011 by admin

We have noticed little mannikens popping up everywhere this year! Seen moonlighting at Hermes, working promotions at EuroShop or dancing at H&M, we’ve spotted these little people being used in a variety of creative ways. Where have you spotted them?

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Manikins take over Hermes

Posted on February 7, 2011 by admin

Hermes’ current windows showcase their heritage craftsmanship and it seems the small manikins are doing all the work! Wearing little aprons made of leather and canvas, these small articulated wooden people are lending a hand to make saddles, leather goods … Continue reading →

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Party at Kate Spade

Posted on October 28, 2010 by admin

Apparently they’re in the mood for a party at Kate Spade as the recent window install has a festive, carnival, pre holiday, Halloween vibe and all that glitters and shines is being used to promote their new jeans line. I’m … Continue reading →

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Paper flowers for Spring

Posted on January 27, 2010 by admin

A 3D element is always a welcome addition to windows and helps bring marketing to life. This window is highlighting some new products that one would assume smell like flowers and these paper representations really tie up the whole idea … Continue reading →

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Winter Wonderland

Posted on November 25, 2009 by admin

I’m dreaming of a white Christmas…and apparently so are a few retailers. We love the snow! and with a few bright touches, like the red cardinal or colorful product, these windows really pop. Check out the snow made of shredded … Continue reading →

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Mystery Window #1

Posted on October 22, 2009 by admin

Have you seen this Godzilla? He was spotted October 10th on the Upper East Side, NYC – tell me what store and where and win a prize! (prize* – your choice of whimsical prop to make your own display design … Continue reading →

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