October media opportunities & ecom journalist requests

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Hope your week is looking promising :-) Here’s today’s instalment of media opportunities to get your store seen in 3rd party outlets where buyers, Google and AI agents can see and recommend your store. Most of you liked the shorter version of the newsletter, so it’s sticking. Thank you for your feedback!

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Lifestyle and Entertainment

New York Lifestyles Magazine | Dramatic Elegant Cocktail Glasses

• Deadline: 8 Oct, 12:00 PM ET

• Contact: Melanie Carden ([email protected])

  Seeking: Dramatic, elegant cocktail and wine glasses with colour, texture or unusual designs.

New York Lifestyles Magazine | Velvet Products

• Deadline: 8 Oct, 12:00 AM ET

• Contact: Melanie Carden ([email protected])

  Seeking: Velvet products across fashion, home décor and tableware.

New York Lifestyles Magazine | Winter Whites

• Deadline: 8 Oct, 12:00 PM ET

• Contact: Melanie Carden ([email protected])

• Seeking: Winter-white products including wine, home goods and fashion. Products should be predominantly white or cream.

Posh Lifestyle & Beauty Blog | Holiday Entertaining Edit

• Deadline: 9 Oct, 3:00 AM ET

• Contact: Carla Snuggs ([email protected])

• Seeking: Gourmet food, beverages, coffee, tea, chocolates, desserts, specialty pantry goods, tabletop, kitchen and serveware.

• Instructions: Include brand name, founder name, a short product description and direct website/product link.

BrownStyle Magazine | Holiday Gift Guide 2026

• Deadline: 10 Oct, 12:00 AM ET

• Contact: Heather Elitou ([email protected])

• Seeking: Fashion, beauty and lifestyle products focused on self-care, opulence, unity and love.

• Instructions: Send a brief product description with a link.

FemFounder | Elevated Winter Fashion & Accessories

• Deadline: 12 Oct, 12:00 AM ET

• Contact: Kristin Marquet ([email protected])

• Seeking: Knitwear, cashmere, coats, trousers, denim, boots, handbags, jewellery and winter accessories.

• Instructions: Samples must be available. Include brand/product name, price, link, what makes it distinctive, short brand story, images and sizing. 

WSJ | Buy Side Gift Guide Products

• Deadline: 16 Oct, 12:00 AM ET

• Contact: Medea Giordano ([email protected])

• Seeking: Food gifts, gifts under $50 and $100, white elephant gifts, gifts for home chefs, last-minute gifts, and gifts for men and women who have everything.

• Instructions: Products must be on Skimlinks. No AI pitches.

Yahoo Creators | Organized Home & Kitchen

• Deadline: 31 Oct, 12:00 AM ET

• Contact: Karen Kelly ([email protected])

• Seeking: Pantry and refrigerator organizers, drawer systems, food storage, spice organization, cookware storage, cleaning tools, closet solutions, labels, baskets, shelving, and clever home organization products.

• Instructions: Put “Organized Home” in the subject line. 

JustLuxe | Holiday Gift Items for Women, Men, Luxury, Last Minute

• Deadline: 31 Oct, 12:00 AM ET

• Contact: Merilee Kern ([email protected])

• Seeking: Newsworthy holiday gift items for women, men, luxury, and last-minute guides.

• Instructions: Full-size physical samples required. Email with "HARO: [Your Brand Name Here]" as subject line. No-cost coverage, not guaranteed. 

What if AI made us prove we’re creative?

This year AI shook up creative strategy. Most teams are still working like it didn't.

Ari Murray, Chief Digital Officer at Salt and Stone sits down with Bryan Harvey, Head of Brand at Hightouch, for an honest conversation about what's breaking on creative teams right now, how the roles are changing, and what a day looks like when creatives spend it on ideas, concepts, and craft while agents handle the manual execution.

Leave with new insights from 3 experts in the field and 5 prompts to instantly improve your creative output.

Reserve your seat

Forbes | Annual Holiday Gift Guide

• Deadline: 1 Nov, 12:00 AM ET

• Contact: Lilian Raji ([email protected])

• Seeking: Ultra-luxury and accessible luxury products with a strong brand story.

• Instructions: No AI Pitches. A handful will be selected for formal interviews/Q&As.

Yahoo Creators | Bougie Gifts for Men

• Deadline: 7 Nov, 12:00 PM ET

• Contact: Karen Kelly ([email protected])

• Seeking: Premium watches, leather goods, grooming, barware, espresso machines, travel gear, tech, speakers, luggage, cashmere, luxury food gifts, personalized items.

• Instructions: Put "Bougie Gifts for Men of All Ages" in the subject line. Must represent a product. 

MSN | Newborn & Toddler Guides

• Deadline: 11 Jan (Gear) & 12 Jan (Clothing), 12:00 AM ET

• Contact: Katie Fuschi ([email protected])

• Seeking: Strollers, car seats, mirrors, monitors, and clothing for newborns and 5-year-old boys.

MSN | Clothing for Newborns and 5-Year-Old Boys

• Deadline: 12 Jan, 12:00 AM ET

• Contact: Katie Fuschi ([email protected])

• Seeking: Clothing for newborns and toddler boys for a roundup guide. 

Gift Bags & Holiday Guides

The Gloss Book Club | Christmas Gift Guide

• Deadline: 8 Oct, 11:51 PM ET

• Contact: Erin Woodward ([email protected])

• Seeking: Cozy home comforts, self-care, stationery, wellness, travel essentials, home décor, gourmet goodies, clothing and accessories.

• Instructions: Send the product name, price point, photo or two, and purchase link

Salon | Holiday Hosting & Gifting

• Deadline: 9 Oct, 10:21 AM ET

• Contact: Chaya Milchtein ([email protected])

• Seeking: Splurge-worthy food for holiday hosting and gifting, including show-stopping mains, fancy proteins, specialty ingredients, giftable packages, and more.

• Instructions: Samples must be available for consideration

Posh Lifestyle & Beauty Blog | Holiday Gift Guide for Pets & Pet Lovers

• Deadline: 9 Oct, 3:00 AM ET

• Contact: Carla Snuggs ([email protected])

• Seeking: Dog and cat accessories, pet technology, home décor, interactive toys, premium treats and personalized keepsakes.

• Instructions: Send the brand name, product name, description, retail price and website.

Famadillo | Holiday Tech Gift Guide

• Deadline: 9 Oct, 5:00 PM ET

• Contact: Maria Spanadoris ([email protected])

• Seeking: Headphones, speakers, gaming gear, smart-home devices, wearables, creator tools, charging accessories, STEM toys and other consumer technology.

• Instructions: Send a concise product pitch with price, availability, images or press kit and sample availability. No AI-generated pitches.

FemFounder | Beauty Brands, Tools & Tech

• Deadline: 9 Oct, 12:00 AM ET

• Contact: Kristin Marquet ([email protected])

• Seeking: Skincare, cosmetics, haircare, body care, fragrance, beauty tools and beauty-tech products.

• Instructions: Full-size samples required. Include brand, founder, product details, claims, ingredients or technology, target customer, differentiator, distribution and sample availability.

Posh Lifestyle & Beauty Blog | Female-Founded Holiday Wishlist

• Deadline: 9 Oct, 3:00 AM ET

• Contact: Carla Snuggs ([email protected])

• Seeking: Giftable products or experiences from female-founded brands across travel, design, food and culture.

• Instructions: Include a short pitch, retail price, founder name and bio, why it’s a good holiday gift, direct link and high-resolution photo.

BrownStyle Magazine | Cozy-Season Product Placement

• Deadline: 10 Oct, 12:00 AM ET

• Contact: Heather Elitou ([email protected])

• Seeking: Beauty, food, wellness, fashion and lifestyle products for December 2026 and January 2027 curated boxes.

• Instructions: Send your brand, website, product and number of samples available. 50–100 samples preferred.

Life in a Break Down | Christmas Gift Guide 2026

• Deadline: 16 Oct, 7:00 PM ET

• Contact: Sarah Bailey ([email protected])

• Seeking: Any gift-worthy product, independent brands and well-known names both welcome.

• Instructions: Pitch the product and story. Features include an original photo, write-up, direct link, and social promotion.

Pamela Holt | Holiday Gift Guide for Travelers

• Deadline: 16 Oct, 8:00 PM ET

• Contact: Pamela Holt ([email protected])

• Seeking: Travel stocking stuffers, travel tech, luggage, bags, comfort products, clothing, accessories, wellness and outdoor gear.

• Instructions: Products must be available in the U.S. Include product name, retail price, direct URL, images, affiliate availability and sample availability.

Travel Squad Podcast | Stocking Stuffers for Travelers

• Deadline: 16 Oct, 12:00 AM ET

• Contact: Kimberly D ([email protected])

• Seeking: Small gifts and stocking stuffers for travelers.

• Instructions: Product sample required. Include what it is, who it’s best for, cost, Instagram and Amazon links if available.

Sunday Woman Magazine | Christmas Gift Guide

• Deadline: 30 Oct, 8:00 PM ET

• Contact: Martina Mercer ([email protected])

• Seeking: Gifts for men, women, neurodivergent people, gamers, pets, beauty, home, food and drink, and technology.

• Instructions: Products will be tested. Most products will need to be sent to the UK.

JustLuxe | Holiday Gift Guides

• Deadline: 31 Oct, 12:00 AM ET

• Contact: Merilee Kern ([email protected])

• Seeking: Newsworthy holiday gift items for women, men, luxury, and last-minute gift guides.

• Instructions: Full-size physical samples required for evaluation. Email [email protected] with “HARO: [Your Brand Name Here]” as the subject line. No-cost coverage consideration, not guaranteed. 

IoT For All | Smart & Connected Products Holiday Gift Guide

• Deadline: 9 Nov, 12:00 AM ET

• Contact: Ryan Chacon ([email protected])

• Seeking: Smart home, wearables, connected fitness, smart appliances, home security, pet tech and other consumer IoT products.

• Instructions: Physical product required for hands-on review and testing.

Consumer Queen | Home for the Holidays Gift Guide

• Deadline: 14 Nov, 8:00 PM ET

• Contact: Melissa Garcia ([email protected])

• Seeking: Holiday décor, food subscription boxes, home products, kitchen items, clothing, pet products, experience gifts and more.

• Instructions: Product samples are required and will not be returned.

The Socialite’s Closet | Christmas Perfume Gift Guide

• Deadline: 15 Nov, 12:00 AM ET

• Contact: Ellen LaFleche Christian ([email protected])

• Seeking: Full-size perfumes, premium fragrances, niche brands, perfume oils and fragrance gift sets.

• Instructions: Physical full-size products required.

Confessions of an Overworked Mom | Gifts for Coffee Lovers

• Deadline: 15 Nov, 12:00 AM ET

• Contact: Ellen LaFleche Christian ([email protected])

• Seeking: Coffee makers, brewing equipment, specialty coffee, gift sets, grinders, mugs, travel mugs, syrups, storage products and other coffee gifts.

• Instructions: Physical products required. Include product name, description, retail price, website and confirmation that a full-size product is available. 

Confessions of an Overworked Mom | Holiday Gift Guide for Women 40+

• Deadline: 15 Nov, 12:00 AM ET

• Contact: Ellen LaFleche Christian ([email protected])

• Seeking: Kitchen appliances/gadgets, coffee and beverage products, home organization/cleaning, gardening tools, solar-powered outdoor products, DIY tools, practical tech, food prep/preserving, cozy home products.

• Instructions: Send product name, description, retail price, link, and sample availability. No books, ebooks, apps, digital downloads, subscriptions, or services. Physical products only.

Ginger Casa | Holiday Gift Items

• Deadline: 1 Dec, 1:00 AM ET

• Contact: Gena Lazcano ([email protected])

• Seeking: Sports gifts, plants, gluten-free, foodies, stocking stuffers.

• Instructions: No AI Pitches. Product sample required (higher value = higher placement). Giveaways optional but encouraged. No quotes.

Podcasts

Shawna and LaLa | Baby Must Haves

• Deadline: 9 Oct, 6:00 PM ET

• Contact: Shawna May ([email protected])

• Seeking: Nursery/sleep, feeding, strollers/car seats, travel gear, diapering, bath/skincare, monitors, pregnancy/postpartum essentials.

• Instructions: Samples required for on-camera filming and review, featured across podcast and social.

General Home, Fashion & Family

The Oklahoma Homesteader | Holiday Gift Guide

• Deadline: 8 Nov, 7:00 PM ET

• Contact: Melissa Garcia ([email protected])

• Seeking: Grain mills, gardening items, bulk herbs, castile soaps, organic cotton clothing, tools, freeze-dried veggies, nontoxic kitchen items, outdoor speakers, home improvement items, and more for a homesteading audience of 1.2M on Facebook.

• Instructions: Samples required, not returned. Do not pitch without sending product. 

Lioness Magazine | Products for Women Entrepreneurs

• Deadline: 9 Oct, 5:00 PM ET

• Contact: Bobbie Carlton (Submit via form: https://forms.gle/xRKyHUgzZHrE4nYz5)

• Seeking: Gift-worthy products from women-owned and female-founded businesses across various categories and price points.

• Instructions: Do not email. Submit product and images via the Google Form link. No samples required, pictures and links needed. 

Famadillo | Advent Calendars

• Deadline: 13 Oct, 5:00 PM ET

• Contact: Maria Spanadoris ([email protected])

• Seeking: Creative, giftable advent calendars for kids, families, teens, adults, across toys, beauty, food, coffee, wellness.

• Instructions: Samples only, for hands-on review. Include MSRP, link, images, sample details.

Famadillo | Holiday Gift Items for Kids and Teens

• Deadline: 13 Oct, 5:00 PM ET

• Contact: Maria Spanadoris ([email protected])

• Seeking: Toys, tech, STEM, books, crafts, clothing, beauty, sports gear, room décor, stocking stuffers.

• Instructions: Samples only. Include product info, MSRP, link, images, age range.

Famadillo | Anti-Aging Products

• Deadline: 13 Oct, 5:00 PM ET

• Contact: Maria Spanadoris ([email protected])

• Seeking: Serums, moisturizers, eye creams, masks, treatments, devices targeting fine lines, firmness, hydration, dark spots.

• Instructions: Samples only. Include product info, MSRP, link, images, key ingredients.

Shawna and LaLa | At Home Fitness Equipment

• Deadline: 16 Oct, 6:00 PM ET

• Contact: Shawna and LaLa ([email protected])

• Seeking: Treadmills/walking pads, exercise bikes, rowing machines, ellipticals, vibration plates, resistance bands, adjustable weights, seated/low-impact equipment, accessible/adaptive fitness gear, balance and recovery products, smart fitness tech.

• Instructions: Samples required for on-camera testing and review, shared across podcast and social. Host lives with Cerebral Palsy and is especially interested in adaptive equipment she can personally demonstrate.

Consumer Queen | Fall + Holiday Gift Guide

• Deadline: 15 Nov, 6:00 PM ET

• Contact: Melissa Garcia ([email protected])

• Seeking: Specific wishlist items (grain mills, outdoor audio, grills, organic clothing/sheets, exercise tech, nostalgic products).

• Instructions: Sample required (non-returnable). Free submissions do not guarantee MSN syndication. Paid option guarantees MSN + Yahoo. No alcohol/adult/tobacco. No expert interview pitches. Include if pitching for the $500+ Luxury Guide.

Ginger Casa | Holiday Gift Guide Products

• Deadline: 1 Dec, 12:00 AM ET

• Contact: Gena Lazcano ([email protected])

• Seeking: Sports kids, gluten-free, house plants, foodies, stockings, general big gifts.

• Instructions: Product required for placement; giveaways optional.

That’s all folks!

Ada