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The World’s Leading Home + Housewares Show

March 2–4, 2025 | McCormick Place | Chicago, IL

The World’s Leading Home + Housewares Show
March 2—4 | McCormick Place | Chicago, IL

Prepare for a Kaleidoscope of Colors in the Next Two Years, Says Color Expert Leatrice Eiseman

Prepare for a Kaleidoscope of Colors in the Next Two Years, Says Color Expert Leatrice Eiseman

by | Mar 4, 2019 | Press Releases

CHICAGO (March 4, 2019)—Diverse color palettes with never-ending patterns and combinations will be the name of the game more than ever before, said Leatrice Eiseman – executive director of the Pantone Color Institute and color expert for the International Housewares Association (IHA) – today at the 2019 International Home + Housewares Show. Her remarks were part of her annual keynote address, this year titled “Color in the New Era: Trends, Twists and Tweaks.”

What Does Hyperconnectivity and Digital Disruption Mean for Housewares Suppliers and Retailers?

What Does Hyperconnectivity and Digital Disruption Mean for Housewares Suppliers and Retailers?

by | Mar 3, 2019 | Press Releases

CHICAGO (March 3, 2019)—“Digital disruption has fundamentally changed the shopping journey,” Erika Sirimanne, head of home and garden at global market research provider Euromonitor International, told an audience today at the 2019 International Home + Housewares Show. The keynote presentation provided housewares retailers and suppliers with practical insights to tackle the big challenges in adapting to connected consumers and connected commerce.

Grocery Stores Can Increase Their Share of the Spend with Housewares

Grocery Stores Can Increase Their Share of the Spend with Housewares

by | Mar 3, 2019 | Press Releases

CHICAGO (March 3, 2019)—It’s no secret that online sales have disrupted traditional retail models. But bricks and mortar grocery stores can increase their share of the spend with housewares and by adjusting store experiences to meet changing consumer needs, according to a new report from the retail industry trade association Global Market Development Center (GMDC) that was previewed today at the 2019 International Home + Housewares Show.

Eight Companies Honored With Global Innovation Awards for Booth Excellence

Eight Companies Honored With Global Innovation Awards for Booth Excellence

by | Mar 3, 2019 | Press Releases

CHICAGO (March 3, 2019)—Eight International Home + Housewares Show exhibitors were honored with Global Innovation Awards (gia) for Booth Excellence today with two companies named Global Honoree. Two finalists were selected in each Show expo, one each for large and small booths. The winners were announced during special presentations at the 2019 International Home + Housewares Show here at McCormick Place. The Show, which features more than 2,200 exhibitors and 60,000 attendees, runs through Tuesday.

Thirteen Companies Honored with IHA Global Innovation Awards for Product Design

Thirteen Companies Honored with IHA Global Innovation Awards for Product Design

by | Mar 2, 2019 | Press Releases

CHICAGO (March 2, 2019)—Thirteen housewares suppliers ranging from well-established brands to first-time exhibitors were honored as Global Honorees of the IHA Global Innovation Awards (gia) for product design today. The Global Honorees in each of 13 categories were announced during the invitation-only gia dinner on the first evening of the 2019 International Home + Housewares Show, now taking place through Tuesday, March 5 at McCormick Place here.