I Went to ‘The Inspired Home Show’ As a New Homeowner, and It Forever Changed How I’ll Shop

Your home has a style, but that style was decided for you long before you went into a store. Those decisions were made by buyers who attend shows like The Inspired Home Show, where popular brands from around the world showcase their latest housewares to retailers, who then stock those products in the stores we shop. As a new homeowner myself, I wanted to see what’s coming to stores, so I planned to attend The Inspired Home Show in Chicago from March 10-12. Suffice it to say, there’s a lot to see.

What is The Inspired Home Show?

The Inspired Home Show is organized by the International Housewares Association, a nonprofit trade organization committed to “maximizing the success of the home and housewares industry.” They host the show annually in March, with over 2,000 brands in attendance to showcase their products, network with buyers and tastemakers, and share the latest housewares trends

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