DEA Winner Announcement Breakfast Invite

Design Excellence Awards Announcement Breakfast

Celebrate Design Excellence at The Fifth Avenue Hotel with a morning of networking, breakfast, and the official reveal of this year’s Design Excellence Award winners.

Tickets $200: PURCHASE HERE

Holiday 2025 Cover Image

The Holiday Issue of Ac Magazine Has Arrived!

A thoughtful treasure, an heirloom piece of jewelry, a well-crafted bag, something personalized—these are the kinds of gifts that endure, carrying meaning long after the season ends. Inside this issue, you’ll find a curated collection of inspiration: new launches, exquisite jewelry, made-in-the-USA finds, and standout brands that celebrate the joy of thoughtful giving.

Click here to read now!

MEET THE ACCESSORIES COUNCIL (Ac)

THE Ac IS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT TRADE ASSOCIATION FOR FASHION ACCESSORIES, JEWELRY, FOOTWEAR, HANDBAG AND OPTICAL INDUSTRIES.

The Ac celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2024, marking over three decades of driving growth and sustainability within the industry. As a trusted leader, The Ac remains dedicated to empowering members by offering valuable resources, tools, and support to boost sales, enhance brand visibility, and ensure long-term success.

An Ac Membership not only opens you up to an amazing network of other accessory brands and our team of passionate professionals whose lineage includes retail, wholesale, merchandising, marketing, and publishing, but it helps support, grow, and bring greater exposure to your brand.

Head to our membership page here to learn more.