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The Healing Power of Nature – Inside Our Homes
Nature-inspired colors, materials and designs were seen at The Inspired Home Show® and are one of the biggest trends for home and housewares trends in 2025.
Passion for Pets Grows and Evolves
Explore how rising pet ownership trends are reshaping home life and retail, with insights from The Inspired Home Show 2025 and APPA.
The Joy Economy: In Search of Good Vibes at Home
It’s prime time for housewares retailers and suppliers to lean into products, marketing and merchandising that spark positive emotions and delight.
Helping Consumers with Decision Fatigue
Consider this an opportunity to establish your business as an expert resource for consumers.
Beyond Tents and Summer: Interest in Camping Expands
Thanks to increased interest in RV/trailer camping—as well as glamping facilities that come with heat—more consumers are camping in autumn and year-round.
Trending Interior Styles and Influences to Watch This Fall
It’s the perfect time to look at what’s trending in home interiors this fall, and what’s likely to influence shoppers in coming months.
Capturing the Spirit of Selling Halloween
All the excitement around Halloween may boil down to the fact it’s no longer seen as just a kid’s holiday, with nostalgia contributing to it as well.
Getting in on the Game with Tailgates
The more consumers tailgate, the more they may value anything that elevates the experience. It’s a prime opportunity for home and housewares retailers.
Candle Pavilion Added to The Inspired Home Show 2025
The 2025 Show will feature a Candle Pavilion, curating collections from members of the National Candle Association (NCA).
Giving Moms A Boost
Moms make the majority of home and housewares purchase decisions, so any retailer efforts to make their lives a little easier are likely to go a long way.
In Search of More Time
When asked to compare the two, a recent annual consumer survey found that 41% of U.S. adults value time over money.
Outdoor Enthusiasm Continues to Grow
This is an opportunity for retailers to show how getting out and about doesn’t have to mean foregoing the comforts of home.