Direct from Market

The Suites At Market Square Andmore
April 19, 2024

High Point Attendance Numbers Are in, Revealing Strong and ‘Normal’ Spring

Leaders noted that the April 13-17 market was the best spring event, registration-wise, since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020.

WithIt breakfast panel (l-to-r) Sheila Long O'Mara, Jodi Burden, Carla Regina and Bailee Nebeker.
April 17, 2024

‘Learn to Read a Spreadsheet’ Is the Advice From WithIt Panel to Women in Business

WithIt's bi-annual educational breakfast panel featured women leaders from the home and furnishings industry.

April 14, 2024

6 ‘Design-Centric’ Products Chosen As ‘People’s Choice’ in Spring High Point Market Snapshot

People’s Choice voting in each of the finalist categories opened April 7-12. See who won the popular vote now!

Anna Ward of the TrendBible at Inspired Home Show
March 27, 2024

Trends vs Trending: Forecaster Explains the Difference and Why it Matters

Anna Ward of TrendBible shares insights into what consumers are looking for and why, plus explains the different types of trends.

March 27, 2024

Where Are the Opportunities in Housewares? Think Coffee, Chocolate, Eating On-the-Go

Circana’s Joe Derochowski outlines the seven eating trends that spell sales opportunities in the short term.

Furbish Studios I'm A Nightmare Throw Pillow
February 1, 2024

See 10 Products That Prove Celebrities Were Trending This Market Season

These giftables, spotted at markets this winter, all come with built-in fanbases thanks to celebrities and pop-culture references.

LVMKT Market Snapshot People's Choice Winners 2024
January 29, 2024

8 Products at Las Vegas Market Selected as 2024 ‘People’s Choice’ Winners

Buyers attending this week’s Las Vegas Market have selected eight products as “People’s Choice” winners. Get a closer look.

Austin Bunch Winter 2024 Atlanta Market
January 25, 2024

This 3-Step Process Can Help Vendors, Salespeople and Retailers Work Together Better

Plus, learn more about the importance of aligning goals between vendors, salespeople and retailers to maximize consumer sales.