The World’s Leading Home + Housewares Show

March 17–19, 2024 | McCormick Place | Chicago, IL

The World’s Leading Home + Housewares Show
March 17—19 | McCormick Place | Chicago, IL

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Recent News from The Inspired Home Show!

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Unwrapping the Future: Holiday Shopping Forecasts

‘Tis the season for holiday shopping forecasts! Here’s a round-up of some of the latest forecasts, and what they might mean for home and housewares.

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Embracing Autumn, a Time to Enjoy the Outdoors

Fall’s cooler temperatures, fun seasonal activities and a feeling of urgency to enjoy the outdoors before snowfall all appeal to consumers this time of year.

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The Retro Trend: What’s Old Is New Again

Feeling nostalgic for days gone by, consumers may gravitate to any number of vintage styles, patterns or eras for their homes. Retailers and brands can benefit from the retro trend by offering customers a variety of updated connections to the past.

The Retro Trend: What’s Old Is New Again

The Retro Trend: What’s Old Is New Again

Feeling nostalgic for days gone by, consumers may gravitate to any number of vintage styles, patterns or eras for their homes. Retailers and brands can benefit from the retro trend by offering customers a variety of updated connections to the past.

Eco-Friendly Materials Matter

Eco-Friendly Materials Matter

As technology propels innovation, the use of new eco-friendly materials in housewares is expected to attract attention and drive purchases.

Housewares Charity Foundation Supports Maui Wildfire Relief

To help support the people of Maui after the recent wildfire tragedy, the Housewares Charity Foundation (HCF) has established a fund for donations and will match contributions dollar-for-dollar up to $100,000 in total. Donations will go to support the Maui Strong Fund and Team Rubicon Disaster Relief.

Connecting with Shoppers on Back-to-School

Connecting with Shoppers on Back-to-School

School is almost back in session—for an estimated 50 million U.S. schoolchildren in grades K-12 alone. This back-to-school time of year is a terrific opportunity for those in home and housewares to connect with shoppers.

Raising Visibility with Timely Tie-Ins

Raising Visibility with Timely Tie-Ins

Taking advantage of a timely tie-in is a solid strategy for retailers. It can help attract attention and spur purchases. It’s also a way to connect with current and potential customers and demonstrate your relevance.