What do the buyers say?
More than
6000 buyers from more than 20 countries spanning North & South
America, Europe, Middle-East, Asia, Australia and the African continent
have made this show an annual sorcing meccas for the rich variety of
Indian Handicrafts. This is what some of them had to say about the last
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| Alexander Becerra Drakgon Group, Venezuela:
"
My parents have been visiting India for business since the last 10
years. Their venture is in the 2nd generation now. We don't source from
any other country but India. I've bought lamps, flower vases and silver
jewellery for our wholesale business. My experience of the fair is first
class and meets international standards!
"
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| Andrew Riley & Rod Innes, Silkroad Interiors, Australia:
"Its
my maiden visit and I found it really good. As retailers we are looking
for home furnishings mainly curtains and bed linens. We prefer subtle
prints. The fabric here is quite good with many new designs. People here
are quite warm and friendly."
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| Angelo Luoni and Laura Luoni Cardano al campo, Italy:
"We
as retailers looking for furniture, handicrafts, clay items and wooden
products. The fair is big and interesting. Products have a fresh look.
Facilities are at par with other international events.
"
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| Antonio Mendes GM, Carving, Coimbra, Portugal:
"I
have been visiting this fair since seven years and must assert that it
has grown over the years. I have continuously increased my sourcing
which stands at 30% now. My company also sources from China. Products
involved are furniture, ironware and textiles. This venue is of top
drawer."
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| Kiyotaka Twiga, Tokyo, Japan:
"This
is my third visit to IHGF and I find it better this time. I got new and
good designs in accessories and shawls for my wholesale business. Must
say that quality is very nice."
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| Meratish and Linda Brisbane, Australia :
"We
are setting up a wholesale store in Australia and are here to look for
ideas. Found a few already. Among products, Indian bags and furniture
are popular in Australia. We are also looking to source homeware and
bedspreads in particular."
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| Marta Caimana s.a., Spain :
"I've
been visiting since many years and almost 30% of our purchases are
sourced from India. While designs and quality look better with each fair
(as always). Venue arrangements are better here then the previous one.
In Spain, Sheesham and Teak products are liked more."
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| Tarsem Wood Retailer, Ambiance, UK:
"This
is my maiden visit and I am here to lookfor home furnishings. I have
found several new nice products. Among Indian favourites in UK are
sequin bags, shawls and most Indian cottons. For the coming season in my
market, smooth & soft autumn colours are being appreciated. The
fair is well organised but should have more seating space on each
floor."
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| Vicky Commaide Elite Publishing Co., Australia:
"I
am overwhelmed. Products are a perfect blend of old & new and
traditional & funky designs. Australia is a country with varied
cultures and home furnishings from India are often hot-sellers there. I
really liked the natural cottons, silk and leather curtains and bed
covers. Among other products, fashion jewellery and clothing is
fascinating. India can easily cater to the high & medium end
Australian market. With naturals and neutrals as guidelines, our tastes
are shifting from subtle to accent colours, bigger cushions and more
colourful bed linens."
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| Yousuf Al Rayes & Suhair Al Rayes Bahrain :
"We
have Ventured for the first time but are highly satisfied as we could
get value for money. Mainly bought cushions in bright colours and
aluminium plates for our showroom. Facilities are good and people very
cordial. We would definitely be here next time and possibly increase our
sourcing."
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