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

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Recent News from The Inspired Home Show!

Have a Taste of Mocha Mousse

Earlier this month, global color authority Pantone announced Mocha Mousse as its 26th Color of the Year.

At the River North Hotel Collection, You Can Choose from 5 Unique Hotel Brands

Choose from 5 unique hotel brands, each offering a distinct vibe tailored to your style—whether it’s sleek and modern, bold and playful, or warm and welcoming.

Renewed Interest in Reusable Bags

Many consumers are choosing to bypass single-use plastic and bring their own reusable bags out of growing environmental concerns.

U.S. Hispanic Market Offers Growth Opportunities For Home and Housewares Industry

U.S. Hispanic Market Offers Growth Opportunities For Home and Housewares Industry

The U.S. Hispanic market represents a growing opportunity to increase home and housewares sales, but the best way to do this is to take the time to learn about these consumers, what they’re looking for, and the best ways to engage with them, said Roberto Ruiz, executive vice president, research, insights and analytics for Televisa/Univision, in a keynote address today at The Inspired Home Show 2024.

Consumers Seeking Stability, Balance and Creative Expression

Consumers Seeking Stability, Balance and Creative Expression

Consumers are looking to cope by creating stability and balance in their lives and creatively expressing their deeply held values and styles, said Anna Ward, consultancy innovation lead at TrendBible in a keynote session today at The Inspired Home Show 2024.

Inspiration Theater Programs Focus on Strategic Business Insights

Inspiration Theater Programs Focus on Strategic Business Insights

The direction of the tableware industry in 2024, an update on PFAS regulations in housewares, how The Lacey Act affects the housewares supply chain and why retailer replenishment systems don’t work are strategic business topics that will be discussed in the Inspiration Theater.