It may be the peak of the summer season, but for retailers it’s never too soon to start prepping for the holidays. Scope out new designer collections at two trade shows in New York City. And if you’re lucky enough to be in Aspen next weekend, don’t miss the mountain town’s premier watch event. Time, as always, is of the essence!
SHOP
Melee New York Summer Show: Aug 3–5 (in person)
Melee the Show returns to the Lighthouse at Pier 61 on Manhattan’s west side this week. Now in its eighth year, Melee has become a gathering place for buyers seeking fine designer jewelry. This week’s event features 15 new designers—including Garavelli 1920, Tamsin Rasor, and Venyx World—alongside more than 70 celebrated returning names.
NY Now Summer Market: Aug 3–5 (in person)
The NY Now Summer Market is back at the Javits Center. Stock up on attractive merchandise geared to self-purchasers, including home goods, wellness gifts, accessories, and designer jewels (from the likes of Sierra Winter, Bondeye, and Raimondo).
Stella Flame Trunk Shows: Aug. 9, 12–7 p.m. ET (in person)
Join designers Wendy Brandes and Dale Novick at Stella Flame Gallery in Bridgehampton, N.Y., for a day of trunk shows, culminating in a celebratory reception from 5 to 7 p.m. A portion of sale proceeds will go the American Heart Association.
ATTEND
Watch Week Aspen: Aug. 7-10 (in person)
Watch Week Aspen returns after its inaugural year with a weekend of timepiece-related events, including educational talks and product reveals, as well as networking opportunities and outdoor activities in the Rocky Mountains.
Top: Beluga Spout elongated cushion gray spinel ring, $6,800; Zahn-Z
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