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Print Isn’t Dead, It’s Getting More Interesting

Print Isn’t Dead, It’s Getting More Interesting

For years, the loudest voices in marketing insisted that print was fading into irrelevance. But step back from the noise, and a different story emerges. Print isn’t dying, it’s evolving. It’s becoming more intentional, more experiential, and more valuable than ever....

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Summer 2026 Retail Trends Every Cataloger Should Be Watching

Summer 2026 Retail Trends Every Cataloger Should Be Watching

Summer 2026 is arriving with a mix of economic caution, experiential spending, and a renewed appetite for tactile brand interactions. While digital channels continue to evolve, consumers are leaning into physical experiences like travel, outdoor living, home...

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Why Customers Switch Brands and What Catalogers Can Do About It

Why Customers Switch Brands and What Catalogers Can Do About It

Catalogers spend enormous energy (and budget) acquiring new customers. But the real challenge isn’t the first purchase, it’s keeping customers engaged long enough to become loyal. New research reveals something surprising about when people are most likely to switch...

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The Rise of Intentional Gifting

The Rise of Intentional Gifting

Holiday shopping looks different this year. Consumers are facing higher prices, tighter budgets, and more cautious spending — but instead of abandoning the spirit of giving, they’re redefining it. The result? A rise in intentional gifting. What Is Intentional Gifting?...

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Combating the Holiday “Joy Deficit”

Combating the Holiday “Joy Deficit”

This blog post is based on a recent article in Retail Dive: https://www.retaildive.com/news/consumer-joy-deficit-holiday-season-retail-marketing/807615/ The holidays are meant to be joyful — but this year, many consumers are feeling the strain. According to recent...

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USPS Prepares for the Busiest Week of the Year

USPS Prepares for the Busiest Week of the Year

The holiday season isn’t just about shopping — it’s also about shipping. As millions of families send gifts and greetings across the country, the U.S. Postal Service is gearing up for its busiest week of 2025. Key Holiday Deadlines To ensure packages arrive before...

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Seasonal Trends That Drive Engagement

Seasonal Trends That Drive Engagement

As the air turns crisp and pumpkin spice reclaims its throne, brands have a golden opportunity to tap into the emotional rhythms of fall. Seasonal themes can be powerful tools for driving engagement, especially in print. Catalogs, with their tactile appeal and visual...

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Re-engaging Dormant Customers Before Year-End

Re-engaging Dormant Customers Before Year-End

As the year winds down, marketers face a golden opportunity: reconnecting with dormant customers before budgets reset and inboxes overflow. Because catalog are tactile, targeted, and trust-building, they are uniquely suited to re-engagement. But winning back lapsed...

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Why Gen Z Is Falling in Love with Print

Why Gen Z Is Falling in Love with Print

In a world dominated by screens, something unexpected is happening: Gen Z is falling in love with print. Generation Z (Gen Z) refers to the cohort of people born roughly between 1997 and 2012, though exact dates can vary slightly depending on the source. They follow...

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