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Recent News from The Inspired Home Show!
Make a Difference—HCF Silent Auction Now Open!
Support worthy causes and win amazing items—bid online now or visit the Silent Auction display at The Inspired Home Show.
Free Event! Mix, Mingle and Network After Dark at the Show
Join us to enjoy drinks, hors d’oeuvres, games and an electrifying live performance by Chicago’s premier cover band, 7th heaven!
Discover What’s Next in Housewares from Expert Insights at the Show
The Inspired Home Show 2025 will feature a robust education program designed to equip industry professionals with cutting-edge insights.
Taking Advantage of Housewares Resale
The market for secondhand goods continues to expand, and more retailers and brands are getting involved in housewares resale each day.
Getting On Board with 2024 Food and Drink Trends
It’s not always easy to keep up with food and drink trends. Some have staying power (cue the charcuterie boards) and others quickly fade (ah, butter boards).
Wedding Gift Bells Are Ringing
It’s wedding season and that means it’s a good time for retailers to prioritize and position their products as potential shower and wedding gifts.
Changes Made to The Inspired Home Show 2024 Yielded Positive Results
The Show featured 1,648 exhibitors from 38 countries. Nearly 30,000 home + housewares professionals from over 120 countries came together to discover new products, connect with colleagues and advance the industry.
Companies Share Positive Feedback on The Inspired Home Show 2024
Exhibiting companies indicated that The Inspired Home Show, with a new consolidated format and three full Show days, was a tremendous success. Check out what was said at the Show!
Beyond Executives Discuss New Strategic Direction and Supplier Relationship Building
Marcus Lemonis and Chandra Holt appear in final keynote session of the Show, offering a candid look at the company’s bold strategic plans and how they hope to partner with home and housewares suppliers for mutual success.
Up-and-Coming Home Color Trends All About Creating Harmony
Color expert Lee Eiseman shares insights on Pantone® View Home + Interiors 2025 forecast at The Inspired Home Show 2024.
Innovation in Product, Marketing and Path to Purchase Will Be Key To Industry Success
While typical product replacement cycles may start to buoy the home and housewares industry next year, Joe Derochowski, Circana home industry advisor, outlined opportunities for brands to proactively drive growth and position themselves for success in the short-, mid- and long-term in a keynote session at The Inspired Home Show 2024.
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.