Gift Shop Magazine
November 1 2024, Atlanta, GA - OneCoast, an omnichannel wholesale sales and marketing company, has partnered with two exceptional vendors to complete their 2025 vendor package. Motif and cuddle+kind will be joining OneCoast effective December 2, 2024. Both brands bring a unique product niche and new opportunities for OneCoast retailers through product offerings in trending categories.
âWe are so pleased to partner with Motif and cuddle+kind to continue to bring our retailers products that create in-store distinction and bring consumers a special offering not found at mass retailersâ says Majda Rensberger, President of OneCoast. âEach brandâs mission is to delight through exceptional designs and quality that resonate with todayâs consumer.
With over 1 million social media followers, cuddle + kind is the worldâs largest premium hand-knit doll brand that provides nourishing meals to children in need with every purchase. Each handcrafted doll, ethically produced by artisans in Peru, is made with care and supports fair trade practices. cuddle+kind has donated 32 million meals to children worldwide, aligning their mission with global impact. Their collection of beautifully designed, sustainable dolls offers retailers the chance to make a meaningful purchase that spreads love and hope to those in need. "Since 2015, our team has collaborated with skilled artisans to create the heirloom-quality, hand-knit dolls weâre known for, each one a unique piece with exquisite details that tells a story of artistry and care.â says Sara Brown, VP of Marketing & Creative at cuddle+kind, âOur direct-to-consumer business enjoyed incredible growth worldwide over the last 9 years, and with the addition of a dedicated partner like OneCoast, weâre excited to further expand our presence in respected U.S. retailers, boutiques and specialty shops.â OneCoast is excited to have a new partner that shares the commitment of making a difference in communities across the world.
Motif, a UK-based premium lifestyle brand, seamlessly blends artistry and functionality with its limited-edition, pocket-sized mint tins and other confectionery items. The brand is a collective of artists, illustrators, and mark-makers passionate about fresh, creative design and delicious food. Each unique, collectible tin is designed by independent artists, offering a practical and aesthetic experience, and houses premium, vegan-friendly peppermints that are sugar- and aspartame-free. Motif is excited to partner with OneCoast to bring their unique brand to new markets.
âPartnering with OneCoast marks a significant milestone for Motif,â says Steve Goodman, Director of Motif. âTheir extensive network and expertise in the gift & lifestyle retail sector align perfectly with our mission to deliver premium, innovative products to consumers. We are confident that this partnership will open new doors for both parties whilst helping to solidify our presence in the US market.â
As this relationship develops, Motif continues to innovate and inspire through their confectionery items, and OneCoast is proud to support their mission to deliver creative and premium products to retailers and consumers alike.
To connect to a OneCoast Territory Manager about Motif or cuddle+kind, go to OneCoast.com/find or join us at the upcoming winter markets. You can discover both brands at the Dallas Market Center in OneCoastâs flagship showroom (OneCoast: WTC-180), and AmericasMart (OneCoast: Suite 1800, Building 2). Â
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