Babcock Gifts celebrates its 50th birthday in 2024. The bridal registry and gift shop opened in 1972 as a partnership that included interior design. In 1974, with the exit of one partner, the store focused on antiques, gifts, and bridal registry. Over the next 42 years, there would be growth into two stores before downsizing to one. In 2016, ownership changed and the store moved one block down, where it continues to be a destination for bridal registry and gift-giving. With the constant doom and...
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Do you have a good friend at work? These days, fewer people do. According to the New York Times, 40 years ago, 50% of us had a close friend at work; that number has dropped to less than 20%. Work has become a more transactional place. We go to the office to be efficient, not to form bonds. We may have plenty of productive conversations, but we also have fewer meaningful relationships. That’s not a good thing because work friends play a big part in our happiness.
Did you know there is a connection between the NYC marathon and 41 Madison? 41 Madison, home of the New York Tabletop Show, is owned by the Rudin family, and the family helped start the NYC Marathon. The Times shared this history in an article recently. Excerpt:
"...In 1976 when George Spitz, a civil servant and runner, proposed a marathon through all five boroughs, the time seemed almost right — if daunting. “A race like that could cost $15,000,” Mr. Lebow ...
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We are extremely proud of the diverse community and heritage of brands here at 41 Madison and together with FlowerSchool New York we’ve created these tablescapes to celebrate these world-renowned names.
Join us at The New York Tabletop Show and let’s #TableTogether with the world 😉🍽🥂💐✨
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41 Madison Concierge is available for a personalized and seamless shopping experience during the Show (and every day!) ✨
Reach out through chat on 41Madison.com or email [email protected] for more information about showrooms, brands, products, price points, and more.
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MEMBERSHIP SURGES 50% IN E-COMMERCE COMMUNITY Online Shopping Boom Drives Retail Industry to Team Up On Bridge
NEW YORK, NY, July 30, 2021 – Bridge, an e-commerce community, reported a record increase in membership as the pandemic continued to rattle the retail landscape. In the last 12 months, 275 retail stores joined Bridge, bringing the total membership to more than 826 stores—a 50% increase. ...
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When we visit the New York Tabletop Show next month, it's fun to think about what was there before. One hundred years ago, there was a giant entertainment complex across the street from 41 Madison: Madison Square Garden. Yes, that Madison Square Garden. Years later, it would move uptown.
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October 30, 2019
October 30, 2019
We're in a New York state of mind: Come visit us at he New York Tabletop Show Oct 29 – Nov 1, 2019
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March 26, 2019
March 26, 2019
You are invited to a sneak preview of our upcoming introductions!
New York Tabletop Show April 2nd - 5th 41 Madison Avenue, 9th floor New York, NY
Contact Kristin Wilsey, Vice President of Sales, to make your appointment [email protected] (510) 410-2310
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October 25, 2018
October 25, 2018
Thank you for visiting us during NYC Tabletop! For those who were able to attend, thank you for visiting us during the New York Tabletop Show.
Please visit the link below to view our new product introductions:
Click Here Please contact your local sales representative or customer service at DeVine Corp if you have any questions.
We hope you finish out the year successfully.
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October 1, 2018
October 1, 2018
Come visit us at The New York Tabletop Show! October 9-12, 2018
9th floor 41 Madison Avenue New York, NY 10010
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October 16, 2017
October 16, 2017
Royal Crown Derby to Launch Industry First
At Forty One Madison this October, Royal Crown Derby will unveil two new tableware ranges into the US retail market during the New York Tabletop Show, October 17-20, Royal Crown Derby will unveil industry first with two new collections.
The ranges extend the technicalities of producing fine bone china to showcase the innovation and design techniques using a reactive glaze application unseen before on such a pure, translucent material.
We are back from the New York Tabletop Show and we are just bursting with new ideas for our upcoming brides
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April 1, 2017
April 1, 2017
First off, Happy April 1st, and Happy Masters Week, a day early! New York Tabletop kicks off on Tuesday, with a brand new showroom for MATCH, and new remodels for both Devine and Pickard. Lots of great new product coming, including a new luxury bath accessories line (from Devine), new stoneware from Rosenthal, and a fabulous new collection called DAPHNE from R Haviland (thru Mottahedeh) - see attached image of this great mix&match line.
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September 29, 2016
September 29, 2016
Did you attend the New York Tabletop Show? If so, maybe you noticed that some brands are easier to work with than others. Smart Brands, many of which have a Bridge decal on their showroom window, are the best brands to carry in your store.
When at market deciding which brands to sell in your store, look for the Bridge decal. Reason: Bridge's Smart Brands make it easier than other brands to sell their products. Their items appear instantly on your site.
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September 28, 2016
September 28, 2016
Have you seen Vista Alegre's new Holi collection? Stop by the showroom at the New York Tabletop Show this week to see it.
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