Bed Bath & Beyond Opens Remodeled Flagship Store
Bed Bath & Beyond made a big splash in New York with the July 22 grand opening of its flagship store in Manhattan’s Chelsea neighborhood, introducing shoppers to the company’s bright new look featuring low fixtures, long sightlines, colorful lifestyle signage and departments focusing on every area of a home.
IHA, GMDC|Retail Tomorrow Partner For Virtual Event Series
Leading retail industry trade associations Global Market Development Center (GMDC)|Retail Tomorrow and International Housewares Association (IHA) have partnered to facilitate GMDC|Retail Tomorrow’s 2021 Fall Strategic Meetings, a three-week series of virtual events tailored for top retail and wholesale companies, and their supplier and service companies, to participate in collaborative trading partner sessions.
Big Retail Beyond 2021: New Initiatives, New Hurdles
This is the first installment of an exclusive HomePage News series examining the state of major home and housewares retailers entering the back half of 2021.
CPSC Sues Amazon Over Recalled Products
In another development that underscores the complicated nature of running third-party marketplace operations, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission has filed a suit against Amazon seeking to clarify and enforce the retailer’s responsibility to recall dangerous products sold on its website, even if by third parties.
Kitchenware Poised For Holiday Entertaining Growth
Now, as the second half of the year begins, it is crucial for vendors and retailers to plan strategically to sustain this momentum, according to kitchenware market insiders.
Study: Safety Still First For Many Back-To-School Shoppers
Consumers who are most concerned about illness and plan to spend a little more on safety during this back-to-school season, according to the International Council of Shopping Centers Back-to-School Survey.
Target Draws Up Kids Collection With Illustrator Robinson
Target Corp. will roll out a limited-time...
BB&B Eyes Faster Supply Chain With Ryder 3PL
Bed Bath & Beyond, continuing its busy month...
Big Retail Beyond 2021: Walmart Seeks Profit From Initiative Blitz
This is the second installment of an exclusive...
At Home Opens Three New Stores In July
The At Home Group is completing the opening of...
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Back On The Road Again
As the road back to in-person trade shows widens, last week’s Atlanta Market provided another key milepost for the home and housewares business.
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Bissell And Wag Team Up For Pet Care Sweepstakes
Vacuum and floor cleaning company, Bissell, has teamed up with dog walking app, Wag, for the “More than Messes” sweepstakes to provide winners with products and services to help them care for their pets.
Beauty, Housewares Lead Helen Of Troy Q1 Gains
Strong performance in the beauty and housewares merchandise categories helped Helen of Troy beat Wall Street first-quarter financial estimates. The...
Zavor Launches Air Fryer Lid For Electric Cookers
Zavor has added the Zavor Air Fryer Lid to its kitchen electrics line. The Air Fryer Lid was designed for the consumer looking to optimize kitchen...
Lasko Releases Patriotic Fan For July 4
American-made home environment appliance company Lasko Products has released a limited-edition Lasko box fan to celebrate the Fourth of July. The...
Beko Launches Eco-Friendly Appliances
European home appliance brand Beko has introduced a line of eco-friendly appliances. The seven-product line includes a washing machine/washer dryer,...
Kitchenware Poised For Holiday Entertaining Growth
Now, as the second half of the year begins, it is crucial for vendors and retailers to plan strategically to sustain this momentum, according to kitchenware market insiders.
Beauty, Housewares Lead Helen Of Troy Q1 Gains
Strong performance in the beauty and housewares merchandise categories helped Helen of Troy beat Wall Street first-quarter financial estimates. The...
Rubbermaid Releases New Food Storage, Beverageware
Rubbermaid has introduced four new kitchenware lines including meal prep containers, glass food storage, beverageware and pantry storage. Rubbermaid...
Microplane Rolls Out Select Series Paddle Graters
Microplane has introduced the Select Series of graters. The paddle-style graters come in fine, coarse, extra coarse and medium ribbon varieties. The...
GoodCook Launches AirPerfect Bakeware
GoodCook has launched AirPerfect, a line of insulated baking sheets and a perforated pizza pan. The AirPerfect Baking Sheet with a textured pan...
Hydro Flask ‘Refill For Good’ Program Benefits Surfrider Foundation
Hydro Flask has launched a new initiative, Refill For Good, inviting consumers to choose reusable alternatives to single-use water bottles and containers.
Built NY Releases Pet Product Line
Built NY has released a new line of eight pet products made to be durable and easy to use while on the go. Excursion Sling Made with nylon...
Zulily Back-To-School Study Heralds Gen Z’s Influence
The current back-to-school season will be a sort of coming out party for Generation Z, as members are old enough to heavily influence parent...
Rabbit Wine Expands Barware Collection
Rabbit Wine has introduced four new bar tools for opening and serving wine and creating cocktails. RBT by Rabbit Glass Decanter with Wood Base This...
Rubbermaid Releases New Food Storage, Beverageware
Rubbermaid has introduced four new kitchenware lines including meal prep containers, glass food storage, beverageware and pantry storage. Rubbermaid...
Target Draws Up Kids Collection With Illustrator Robinson
Target Corp. will roll out a limited-time collaboration with author, illustrator and animator Christian Robinson that includes more than 70 items across home, apparel and books for kids and baby in a format that encourage discovery and play.
Built NY Introduces Travel Organizers
Built NY has launched a line of travel organization products made from Rip Stop Fabric which was designed to be durable and easy to clean. ...
BB&B Launches Squared Away Home Storage Brand
Bed Bath & Beyond has launched Squared Away, another in an evolving lineup of owned brands, this one with a storage focus as the back-to-college...
Zulily Back-To-School Study Heralds Gen Z’s Influence
The current back-to-school season will be a sort of coming out party for Generation Z, as members are old enough to heavily influence parent...
Ball Jar Premieres Nesting, Latching Jars
Ball Jar has debuted two new lines of jars: Storage Latch Jars and Nesting Jars. The Ball Storage Latch Jars feature a latch system for an airtight...
Target Draws Up Kids Collection With Illustrator Robinson
Target Corp. will roll out a limited-time collaboration with author, illustrator and animator Christian Robinson that includes more than 70 items across home, apparel and books for kids and baby in a format that encourage discovery and play.
Walmart Collaborates With Tween Brand Justice
Walmart is collaborating with the tween-focused Justice label, bringing a branded assortment of apparel, accessories and home merchandise to...
Edelman Named SVP Of Williams Sonoma Home
Williams-Sonoma has named Jason Edelman svp/Williams Sonoma Home brand, effective August 1. Edelman was SVP/merchandising, furniture, for...
Bed Bath & Beyond Aims Younger With Wild Sage Brand
With an eye on the youth market, Bed Bath & Beyond is launching the Wild Sage own brand, which is characterized as stylish, eclectic and...
And! Sales Introduces Candle, Outdoor Decor Collections
And! Sales featured new candle and outdoor decor collections during the virtual product demonstrations at the International Housewares Association's...
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IHA, GMDC|Retail Tomorrow Partner For Virtual Event Series
Leading retail industry trade associations Global Market Development Center (GMDC)|Retail Tomorrow and International Housewares Association (IHA) have partnered to facilitate GMDC|Retail Tomorrow’s 2021 Fall Strategic Meetings, a three-week series of virtual events tailored for top retail and wholesale companies, and their supplier and service companies, to participate in collaborative trading partner sessions.
Daly Joins IHA As Member & Buyer Relations VP
Sean Daly has joined the International Housewares Association as vp/member and buyer relations.
Gourmet Housewares Expansion Set For Vegas Market
International Market Centers (IMC) will launch the Gourmet Housewares Collection at the Summer 2021 Las Vegas Market with plans to bring the expanded gourmet housewares exhibit to the Atlanta Market in Winter 2022.
