#PeachysPantry Introducing #SalumeriaBiellese #KeepingAmericaonTop #MadeintheUSA #GorgeousGifts Since 1925! MEET THE ONLINE STORE! Now you can replicate in your home Peachy's Manhattan Dining Experience!

Oh if every owner with a Manhattan storefront just listened to us...and we are so proud to have brought so many Manhattan restaurant owners into the internet age over the past 16 plus years!  Salumeria Biellese is no new kid on the block, having been around right near Madison Square Garden for 100 years.  However, we know not every reader can live here all year so our friends at Salumeria Biellese are bringing it to YOU, READERS!  Of course you know that they earned Peachy's Picks status in 2024 and Biricchino earned it in 2025, their other restaurant.  They tell us over the years, they mainly focused on wholesale, and now they are looking to make a splash into the retail market!  So grab your favorite flamingo float and cannonball into the pool of fine sausages that can come to your doorstep!  These also make great gifts for the person that has everything!  You are not going to find better sausages anywhere else and they have perfected their craft over the last 100 years and three generations.  Salumeria Biellese is owned by Fouad Alsharif and Marc Buzzio.

Their mission statement:

As descendants from the province of Biella in Italy’s Piedmont region, we feature traditional style sausages and salumi with an emphasis on quality and flavor. We use the highest quality ingredients from not only local farms in the Tri-State area, but also select farmers that we have been working with for many years. Our mission is for you to take a step into our family’s kitchen, and let your taste buds do the rest!

Sopressata Sampler, above

This makes an excellent gift and it is never to early to start on your CHRISTMAS shopping!  And if you are like us, you firmly believe in shopping 365 days a year.  (Note to those in Manhattan: Macy's is close to their restaurants!)  There is something for everyone among these four flavors!

Finochietta Salami – A delicate yet bold blend of fennel and spices that provide a subtle, aromatic sweetness.

Sopressata Toscana – A classic Italian masterpiece, with robust flavors of garlic, black pepper, and a hint of red wine, evoking the rolling hills of Tuscany.

Sopressata Tartuffini – A luxurious treat infused with the earthy elegance of truffles, taking this Sopressata to an unforgettable level of indulgence.

Napolitana Salami – Inspired by the heart of Naples, this variety features a balance of rich, savory spices and a zesty kick of chili, perfect for lovers of bold flavor.

Garlic and Chianti Salami

Peachy personally loves garlic and chianti and they combine for a lovely symphony of Italian flavors in this winner. Coarsely ground pork meets the rich notes of Chianti wine and the savory sweetness of roasted garlic, accented by a touch of Mediterranean spices. Slowly air-dried to achieve ultimate perfection.  Also, we believe when you are not drinking Italian wine, you should be eating it!

Cacciatorini Pecorino

Again, these are not run-of-the-mill common flavors, but since when are we interested in common anything.  We strive to identify and curate our content to showcase the very best, and this is the Perfect Pairing of Pork and Pecorino. They’ve taken the classic Cacciatorini and enhanced it with the sharp, salty notes of Pecorino cheese. A truly irresistible combination that sets this brand apart will bring delight to your charcuterie board, making you the last word in neighborhood parties.

Salame Con Porcini

An Exquisite Berkshire & Porcini Delight. What a savory way to get in your vegetables! Coarsely ground, premium Berkshire shoulder meets the earthy richness of Porcini mushrooms and the subtle notes of Barbera wine. Seasoned, cured, and dried to perfection for an unforgettable taste.

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#BondPeachyBond #MovietimeInManhattan @WBD 6-FILM JAMES BOND COLLECTION STARRING SEAN CONNERY EARNS WHOM YOU KNOW'S HIGHEST RECOMMENDATION COMES TO 4K ULTRA HD™ The Sean Connery Collection will be released on June 10, 2025

THE SEAN CONNERY COLLECTION from Metro Goldwyn Mayer (MGM), a collection of six James Bond films starring Sean Connery as 007, will be available to own on June 10 as a 4K UHD collection for the first time for the ultimate at home movie-watching experience. The collection includes Dr. No, From Russia With Love, Goldfinger, Thunderball, You Only Live Twice and Diamonds Are Forever.

The collection will be available in collectible steelbook packaging and as a standard 4K collection.

These six films will also be available on Digital from MGM.

The action, the intrigue, the women… The films and THE Bond that established the enduring franchise. Experience the spy thrillers that made Sean Connery immortal like you’ve never seen them before in stunning 4K for the first time, earning Whom You Know's Highest Recommendation.   The quality of these classics speak for themselves and the new format is absolutely stellar and a must for all film collectors.  And of course we are thrilled to return to Bond, Peachy Bond where Peachy learned how to use a rifle and had a Martini with Vito at Il Gattopardo, shaken, not stirred.

The films are part of the 5th highest grossing film franchise of all time with more than $7.8 billion in worldwide box office revenues.

The 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray discs of THE SEAN CONNERY COLLECTION will feature Dolby Vision® ultra-vivid imaging. When compared to a standard picture, Dolby Vision® can deliver spectacular colors never before seen on a screen, highlights that are up to 40 times brighter, and blacks that are 10 times darker. With Dolby Vision®, you will feel as if you are inside the action alongside 007 as the picture comes to life.

4K Ultra HD** showcases 4K resolution with High Dynamic Range (HDR) and a wider color spectrum, offering consumers brighter, deeper, and more lifelike colors for a home entertainment viewing experience like never before. For the Dad that has everything, we know he doesn't have this yet because it's a first time release on June 10th!!! And, the smartest cookies out there are starting their Christmas shopping for Mr. and Mrs. Impossible to Shop For....

About the Films –

Dr. No (1962)

James Bond, a resourceful British government agent, seeks answers in the disappearance of a fellow spy and a plot to disrupt an American space program.

Cast:

Anthony Dawson, Bernard Lee, Eunice Gayson, Jack Lord, John Kitzmiller, Joseph Wiseman, Sean Connery, Ursula Andress, Zena Marshall

Producers:

Harry Saltzman

Albert R. Broccoli

Director:

Terence Young

Screenplay by:

Richard Maibaum

Johanna Harwood

Berkely Mather

From Russia With Love (1963)

James Bond willingly falls into an assassination plot involving a naive Russian beauty in order to retrieve a Soviet encryption device that was stolen by the organization Spectre.

Cast:

Bernard Lee, Daniela Bianchi, Lois Maxwell, Lotte Lenya, Pedro Armendariz, Robert Shaw, Sean Connery

Producers:

Harry Saltzman

Albert R. Broccoli

Director:

Terence Young

Screenplay by:

Richard Maibaum

Adapted by:

Johanna Harwood

Goldfinger (1964)

While investigating a gold magnate’s smuggling, James Bond uncovers a plot to contaminate the Fort Knox gold reserve.

Cast:

Austin Willis, Bernard Lee, Bill Nagy, Cec Linder, Gert Frobe, Harold Sakata, Honor Blackman, Lois Maxwell, Martin Benson, Sean Connery, Shirley Eaton, Tania Mallet

Producers:

Harry Saltzman

Albert R. Broccoli

Director:

Guy Hamilton

Screenplay by:

Richard Maibaum

Paul Dehn

Thunderball (1965)

James Bond heads to the Bahamas to recover two nuclear warheads stolen by S.P.E.C.T.R.E. agent Emilio Largo in an international extortion scheme.

Cast:

Adolfo Celi, Bernard Lee, Claudine Auger, Desmond Llewelyn, Earl Cameron, Guy Doleman, Lois Maxwell, Luciana Paluzzi, Martine Beswick, Molly Peters, Paul Stassino, Rik Van Nutter, Roland Culver, Sean Connery.

Producers:

Harry Saltzman

Albert R. Broccoli

Director:

Terence Young

Screenplay by:

Richard Maibaum

John Hopkins

Original Screenplay by:

Jack Whittingham

Story by:

Kevin McClory

Jack Whittingham

Ian Fleming

You Only Live Twice (1967)

James Bond and the Japanese Secret Service must find and stop the true culprit of a series of space hijackings, before war is provoked between Russia and the United States.

Akiko Wakabayashi, Bernard Lee, Charles Gray, Desmond Llewelyn, Donald Pleasence, Karin Dor, Lois Maxwell, Mie Hama, Sean Connery, Teru Shimada, Tetsuro Tamba

Producers:

Harry Saltzman

Albert R. Broccoli

Director:

Lewis Gilbert

Screenplay by:

Roald Dahl

Additional Story Material by:

Harold Jack Bloom

Diamonds Are Forever (1971)

A diamond smuggling investigation leads James Bond to Las Vegas where he uncovers an evil plot involving a rich business tycoon.

Cast:

Sean Connery, Jill St. John, Charles Gray, Lana Wood, Jimmy Dean, Bruce Cabot, Putter Smith, Bruce Glover, Norman Burton, Bernard Lee, Desmond Llewelyn, Lois Maxwell

Producers:

Harry Saltzman

Albert R. Broccoli

Director:

Guy Hamilton

Screenplay by:

Richard Maibaum

Tom Mankiewicz

THE SEAN CONNERY COLLECTION 4K ULTRA HD SPECIFICATIONS

Street Date:                  June 10, 2025

Screen Format:            Dr. No, From Russia With Love, and Goldfinger

Widescreen 1.75:1

Thunderball and You Only Live Twice

Widescreen 2.35:1

Diamonds are Forever

Widescreen 2.39:1

Audio: Diamonds are Forever, Dr. No, From Russia with Love, Goldfinger, Thunderball, and You Only Live Twice

English Dolby ATMOS

English 2M DTS-HDMA

English Descriptive Audio 2.0 Dolby Digital

Spanish Dolby Digital 5.1

French Dolby Digital 5.1

Subtitles:                     Diamonds are Forever, Dr. No, From Russia with Love, Goldfinger, Thunderball, and You Only Live Twice

English SDH, Spanish, French

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About Metro Goldwyn Mayer

Metro Goldwyn Mayer (MGM) is a leading entertainment company focused on the production and global distribution of film and television content across all platforms. The company owns one of the world’s deepest libraries of premium film and television content as well as the premium pay television network EPIX, which is available throughout the U.S. via cable, satellite, telco and digital distributors. In addition, MGM has investments in numerous other television channels, digital platforms and interactive ventures and is producing premium short-form content for distribution. For more information, visit www.mgm.com.

About Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, Inc.

Warner Bros. Home Entertainment (WBHE) brings together Warner Bros. Entertainment's home video, digital distribution and interactive entertainment businesses in order to maximize current and next-generation distribution scenarios. An industry leader since its inception, WBHE oversees the global distribution of content through packaged goods (Blu-ray Disc™ and DVD) and digital media in the form of electronic sell-through and video-on-demand via cable, satellite, online and mobile channels, and is a significant developer and publisher for console and online video game titles worldwide. WBHE distributes its product through third party retail partners and licensees.

** For the complete 4K Ultra HD experience with HDR, a 4K Ultra HD TV with HDR, an Ultra HD Blu-ray player and a high-speed HDMI (category 2) cable are required

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#PeachysGotitIntheBag with #PackIt #PackItCool Makes a Great Mother's Day Gift #MothersDay #GorgeousGifts and an Equally Great Bag for Toting Your Edibles and Drinkables all the Time!

It's time to start thinking Mother's Day and our gift-giving continues with something that everyone including mothers need: bags to tote your food!  Everyone knows we go on and on about what we eat, and here's how we are now carrying it!

(NEW) Freezable Brooklyn Crossbody (MSRP $68.00) This is for the stylish mom who is always on-the-go! With a sleek, purse-like silhouette, the Brooklyn Crossbody is our most elegant lunch bag yet. The removable and adjustable crossbody strap offers hands-free convenience, while the front zippered pocket keeps essentials within reach. Inside, its spacious interior fits everything from full meals to snacks, making it ideal for work, errands, or weekend outings.

It works even better in MANHATTAN we think of course!

Zuma Cooler Bag (MSRP $34.99) – This is ideal for the mom who loves to dine al fresco! The  best-selling cooler is now available in a lovely lavender hue that we know she will love. She can pack up to (15) 12 oz cans or a few meals to take to the beach, an outdoor concert or even a hike. This fully freezable, collapsible cooler keeps it all cold on the go without needing any ice or ice packs! The wide shoulder strap can be adjusted to wear cross-body for hands-free carrying. Also available in City Charcoal, Soft Mint and Lemonade.

 

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They tell us:

Our Journey

We believe that to eat and drink well is to live well. Somewhere along the way, though, people learned not to question the products they used to take food and beverages on the go. The world told us to put up with coolers that don’t actually cool anything. We refused to settle, and we don't think you should either.

Our vision is to reinvent ways to live better and encourage consumers to expect more. We promise to deliver uncompromising products that empower you to live the good life, however you define it. A day with our products should be a revelation about how much simpler and enjoyable life can be when all the details come together with purpose and intelligence. You deserve solutions that are smart, effective and—above all—cool. We're grateful for the opportunity to deliver them to you.

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#GorgeousGifts #ChristmasPeachy #HolidayPeachy #ProductAlert #MadeintheUSA @getbluelene by Jasmin El Kordi & Dr. Kan Cao Trio For Him Perfect for Gift Giving and Essential for His Skin!

It's not who you know, it's WHOM YOU KNOW and now we know Jasmin and Kan, who impressed us earlier this year not only once but twice, resulting in a Top Ten monthly appearance earned. Of course we don't need to tell you that half the population is men, but the skincare industry often overlooks them. Not Bluelene! Their superior product capability was evaluated by the men's panel of Whom You Know with superior results developed by this scientifically-motivated team of excellence, and the Trio for him is exactly what you should get Mr. Impossible to Shop For, or really any man with skin deserving of your present list. This Trio includes Bluevado SunFix , the perfect way to start his day with a simple one-step application of the moisturizing, full-spectrum SPF Day Cream; BodyFix, an advanced body treatment that restores firmness and rescues the skin from sun damage (feels wonderful post shower!); and a Night Plus+ Deluxe Sample that repairs photo-aging damage overnight. Each product is infused with supercharged ingredients including their tremendous patented ingredient, Methylene Blue, which is proven to stimulate your skin cells to double collagen and elastin production in just 2 weeks of use.  We feel like aging is being reversed after using this line and of course before you moisturize, you should clean to make sure you are not locking in any impurities; to that end, the CleanPlus+ was the ideal answer to purifying and hydrating in tandem to deliver wowable results to our distinguished panel.

The brand tells Whom You Know;

As a brand created by a Scientist and Human Aging Authority, we focus first on innovation. Our singular focus has been developing formulas for reversing existing and future damage for even the most sensitive skin types. Our products are cruelty-free, Vegan and follow the Clean and Natural Beauty standards. We have a strong commitment to sustainability and have focused on preserving aquatic life through our research on coral-safe sun protection, which was funded by the National Science Foundation.

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Dr. Cao is a well-known scientist, anti-aging authority, professor of Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics (University of Maryland), and Founder & CSO of Mblue Labs. Dr. Cao has been studying human aging, in particular the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying Progeria, a premature aging disease since 2005. In 2017, she discovered a novel method for combatting aging in human skin and founded Mblue Labs. Dr. Cao received her B.Sc. in Biology from Nanjing University, her Ph.D. in Biology from Johns Hopkins University, and did her postdoctoral fellowship in genomics at NIH. Dr. Cao has 7 published patents, 45 peer-reviewed high-impact publications with over 3300 citations. She is a frequent collaborator with: National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health, and Carnegie Institution for Science.

Jasmin El Kordi is an accomplished Senior Executive, Entrepreneur, Innovator, and Board Member with more than 30 years of success in the Technology and Health&Beauty industries. Her executive career includes Sales Leadership positions at Sprint, Cisco Systems, and NCR. She is the CEO of MBlue Labs, a fast growing Biosciences start-up that is commercializing human aging research discoveries.

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Magic Blue, LLC (dBa Mblue Labs) was founded in 2018 as a University of Maryland (UMCP) spinout company to commercialize a novel skin health technology discovered by Cellular Biologist and Human Aging Expert Dr. Kan Cao. Dr. Cao had been working on a treatment for Progeria, an advanced aging disease that takes its victims in their early teens, when she found that cells treated with Methylene Blue recovered their health on the DNA level. Her research was published in Nature's Scientific Reports https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-017-02419-3 and was heralded as one of the most exciting discoveries in the Beauty market.

Dr. Cao teamed up with Jasmin El Kordi as CEO and they launched their first anti-aging skincare product under the brand Bluelene®. Since then, Bluelene® has grown into a ten product clinical skincare and sunscreen brand that sells globally in multiple channels and through partners like Amazon and Macy’s. The company has acquired a loyal following of over 154K IG followers and its customers span 42 countries.

Mblue Labs, in collaboration with UMD, holds the patent for Methylene Blue's application in human skin health. All products undergo rigorous R&D at UMD, ensuring they are grounded in solid scientific research and peer-reviewed in scientific publications. The efficacy of Mblue Labs' products lies in Methylene Blue, a safe and widely used compound in research and medicine, renowned for neutralizing skin-damaging free radicals, enhancing mitochondrial function, and combating aging in skin. Recent research (https://bluelene.com/pages/methylene-blue-a-better-retinol-alternative) published in Nature Scientific Reports demonstrates that Methylene Blue surpasses industry-leading Retinol in anti-aging skin benefits without adverse effects, including elimination of oxidative stress, doubling of skin fiber production, and increasing skin cell count by up to 300%.

Featured in the set:

1 Bluevado SunFix (90ml)

1 Large BodyFix (178ml)

1 Night Plus+ Deluxe Sample (15 ml)

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#ChristmasPeachy #HolidayPeachy #GorgeousGifts #ProductAlert @CeraVe Keeps Your Skin Moisturized and Healthy So You Can Have Your Best Christmas Season!

In the land of Christmas, otherwise known as Manhattan and happy birthday to Fifth Avenue who turned 200 yesterday- you are meeting a lot of people, facing a lot of stress and living in harsh weather.  Your skin needs to be happier!  CeraVe has risen to the occasion with some quality UNISEX products that we love and recommend.  Here's what you need most right now:

CeraVe Therapeutic Hand Cream is a fast-absorbing, non-greasy formula that helps prevent and temporarily protect chafed, chapped, or cracked skin and contains three essential ceramides and hyaluronic acid to deliver intense moisture and help restore the protective skin barrier.  You can never make a second first impression and you want your handshake to be moisturized!  Even if you keep your hands to yourself, you still want to have great hands with supple skin.

CeraVe Intensive Moisturizing Lotion is formulated with three essential ceramides, MVE Delivery Technology, and Hydro-Urea™ Technology to intensely hydrate extra-dry skin and help restore and strengthen the skin barrier without any greasy or sticky residue.  Lots of products in pumps don't work well-as in the pump itself.  We never have any problems with these pumps!  Also, we suggest you buy about 5 bottles because you want one at your desk, in your bathroom, by your bed, at your kitchen sink, by your door when you go out before you put on your mittens...and you can probably think of 5 more reasons tailored to your life!

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream is a rich, non-greasy, fast-absorbing moisturizer with three essential ceramides that lock in skin's moisture and help maintain the skin's protective barrier.  This is the best CeraVe product ever to us and putting it on your skin is nearly equivalent to the happiness we experience when we eat our favorite ice cream.  The richness and performance of this cream is unparalleled and we use it multiple times a day.

Formulated with salicylic acid and lactic acid to gently exfoliate dead skin cells and bumpy skin—as well as hydrating hyaluronic acid and calming niacinamide—our fragrance-free cream for rough and bumpy skin helps improve your overall skin texture.  This is a bit more hard-core than the previous cream above, and we like to use it a few times a week.

For more product information and skincare tips, visit CeraVe at www.cerave.com and on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

About CeraVe

Founded in 2005 and developed with dermatologists, CeraVe is the first and only brand to offer a complete line of products containing essential ceramides and patented MVE technology to help restore the skin's natural protective barrier. CeraVe has a full line of skincare products to follow the dermatologist-recommended steps of: cleanse, treat, moisturize, and protect. The brand's mission is to provide therapeutic skincare for all. For more information, visit the brand on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or at www.cerave.com.

History and Company Overview

Our mission is to provide therapeutic skincare for all and we do so by being the first and only brand to offer a complete line of products containing three essential ceramides and patented MVE technology to restore the skin’s natural protective barrier.

Through our early research with dermatologists, we learned that the key components of the skin barrier –ceramides – were deficient in skin conditions such as acne, eczema, psoriasis and dry skin, which lead to a compromised skin barrier. As a result, skin identical ceramides became the hero ingredient of CeraVe and US researchers partnered with leading dermatologists to help create a line of skincare products designed to help restore and maintain the skin barrier, specifically for those suffering from chronic skin conditions and unable to find a solution. CeraVe began as part of a pharmaceutical company that focused on Dermatology, since our debut, the brand has continued to stick to a formula-first philosophy – prioritizing a valuable product at an affordable price over costly, luxury packaging.

- Where is the brand based?

CeraVe was acquired by L’Oréal in 2017, which has helped to expand our reach and innovation pipeline. As such, CeraVe is based in New York City, but has expanded and is available in more than 35 countries worldwide.

- When did the brand start? What was the first product?

CeraVe was founded in 2005 after significant research and development work with dermatologists and skin experts to develop products that would deliver therapeutic skincare for all. The first three products at the brand’s inception were Moisturizing Cream, Hydrating Facial Cleanser and Daily Moisturizing Lotion.

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#ChezPeachy #GorgeousGiftsforMrandMsImpossibletoShopFor Special Announcement from IHA President & CEO #DerekMiller #President&CEO #InternationalHousewaresAssociation

As told to Whom You Know:

With The Inspired Home Show scheduled to open five months from now, I wanted to share a mid-year report detailing what’s happening at IHA and within the industry:

New Board of Directors

Each fall, new members are selected to serve on the IHA Board, and this year we have an exceptionally strong lineup with the additions of Alex Gransbury from Dreamfarm, Lauren Greenwood from YouCopia, Henry Liu from Cangshan Cutlery, Pamela Stafford from Hestan and Kelly Walsh from KitchenSupply. In addition, two current board members have moved onto IHA’s Executive Committee – Kim Cole from Gleener and Mike Hayes from Newell Brands. The IHA Board steers the direction of IHA and the Show with the ultimate goal of strengthening the industry. The entire list of IHA board members can be found on IHA’s website.

Exhibitors

By the time the Show opens in March, well more than 1,000 companies will exhibit bringing thousands of brands and products including new brands and products not seen last year. A few notable names making a return to the Show or debuting for the first time include Corelle, Corning Ware and Chicago Cutlery, all found within the Anchor Hocking booth; others include Bodum, iDesign, Bormioli Luigi, Regal Ware, Vacane Home Concepts, Azzure Home, US Merchants, Anova Culinary, Dualit and Arovo.

New Categories

We’re also excited to be developing new categories at the Show to create distinct destinations for buyers. In partnership with the National Candle Association, the Show will feature a Candle Pavilion including both large and small suppliers. Located nearby in the South Hall, in partnership with the American Pet Products Association, a Pet Products Pavilion is being developed with a strong focus on higher-end and giftable products.

The new Travel Gear + Luggage Expo will bring together a curated collection of leading travel goods suppliers anchored by notable brands including Bugatti, Dejuno, Olympia Luggage, Travelon and Traveler’s Club Luggage.

Although held in years past, the 2025 Show will see an expanded “Debut” section, which is dedicated to new and emerging companies with newly released products. Twenty-four companies will now have the opportunity to showcase their brands and products to the industry.

Economic and Sales Outlook

We just completed the annual CHESS conference where the industry comes together for networking and executive education. A highlight each year is a presentation by Circana, and Lora Morsovillo and Joe Derochowski provided a detailed review of and an encouraging outlook for our industry. U.S. kitchen electrics grew a modest 0.7% while housewares declined 2.8% through July compared to last year, which is likely not surprising to many IHA members given your own sales experiences. What’s important though is the longer-term outlook that predicts an overall even 2024 and 2025 followed by growth in 2026 and beyond.

Digging deeper into the data, the industry experienced incredible growth in 2020 and 2021 as the country sheltered at home, and as Joe once said, “You spend your money where you spend your time.” He described these years as a “pull forward” stage when consumers purchased products earlier than the normal buying pattern would dictate. This was followed by 2022 and 2023 when the industry saw related decreases with slower than normal sales and the challenges of over inventory. 2024 and 2025 are recovery periods when the industry is beginning to recover and make a comeback as we hit the replacement phase for many products, which begins about four years after initial purchases. What’s exciting is the growth projected for 2026, as we continue with replacement in addition to lower interest rates, which lead to increased home sales & kitchen remodels and growth in the number of people hitting key life moments, which are a catalyst to sales.

The 2025 Show in March is positioned at the end of the first quarter of the year and is used by buyers to find products that will hit shelves later in the year and into 2026 – the Show’s timing is well placed as it sits toward the end of the recovery period and at the beginning of a period of growth.

125th Show

IHA’s predecessor, the House Furnishings Manufacturers Association of America (HFMAA), held its first Show in 1939 at the Palmer House hotel in Chicago. Until 1992, there were two Shows a year with one held annually in Chicago and the second rotating among Philadelphia, Atlantic City and Atlanta.

The Inspired Home Show 2025 will be the 125th Show that the Association has operated, which is quite an accomplishment! Over the past 80+ years, IHA through the Show has helped launch and grow brands from infancy to legacy. We’ll celebrate these milestones at the Show and will share additional interesting stories about our rich history in the months to come!

For those of you already planning to participate at the Show next March, thank you. And for those considering attending, please know that you’re welcome to make IHA and the Show your home – we’d love to work with you to help you succeed within our dynamic marketplace. Those interested in exhibiting should contact Nancy Michael, and those interested in attending should contact Sean Daly, both of whom would be happy to answer any questions that you may have. To receive an entrance badge to attend the Show, attendee registration is open on the Show’s website.

We’re looking forward to seeing you in Chicago next March!

Derek Miller

President & CEO

International Housewares Association

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#ChezPeachy #GorgeousGifts #UpcomingDaylight @nynowmarket NY NOW CELEBRATES A CENTURY OF INNOVATION: MARKING ITS 100TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY New York City's Premier Gift, Home, and Accessories Wholesale Event to Commemorate 100 Years at February 2024 Event

NY NOW, owned by Emerald Holding, Inc. (NYSE: EEX), the largest, premier wholesale trade show in New York serving the gift, home and accessories marketplace, is preparing for the 100th anniversary of the event with the upcoming 2024 Winter Market.

At the center of this commemoration will be key enhancements aimed at providing an even more collaborative and immersive experience for the thousands of exhibitors and tens of thousands of attendees expected to attend NY NOW, scheduled for February 4–7, 2024, at New York City's Javits Center. Designers, industry veterans, and members of the media are cordially invited to attend.

"Not only is NY NOW's 100th anniversary a true milestone for an event, but it also signifies the culmination of a journey driven by our unwavering commitment to community, quality, and innovation,” said Kim Mancuso-Telford, General Manager of NY NOW. “As we mark this momentous occasion, we take great pride in drawing upon our history to create a highly evolved version of the market. Our focus remains centered on advancing the future of the industry while continuing to foster meaningful connections within our vibrant community, ensuring that NY NOW paves the way for the next 100 years of ingenuity and thriving collaboration.”

Twice per year, NY NOW draws top buyers who eagerly anticipate the latest debuts, high-end designs, and must-have wares in the gift, home, and accessories industries. With three recently re-envisioned categories – Gift & Lifestyle, Home, and Jewelry & Accessories – NY NOW offers a meticulously curated space trusted by tens of thousands of retailers for trendspotting, discovering emerging brands, and networking with industry trailblazers.

As the Winter Market approaches, NY NOW commemorates its 100-year legacy through immersive experiences, live programming, lobby installations, and vibrant receptions across the show floor. These initiatives aim to deepen community connections, celebrate the industry's long-standing commitment to this event, and ignite enthusiasm for the market's promising future. More details on these show enhancements will be coming soon.

While honoring our remarkable 100-year legacy, Matthew Mathiasen, Event Director of NY NOW, emphasizes the event’s unwavering commitment to innovation. "With the renewed focus on content and the launch of additional programs designed to nurture emerging talent, such as our Emerging Fine Jewelry Designer Incubator, we know our buyers will be thrilled to see what we have in store this February."

NY NOW also offers Market “Destinations,” areas of the show floor that are dedicated to fostering and connecting specialized communities. These destinations include: Rising Artisans (a program for global makers)

Luxury Lifestyle (a community of luxury jewelry and accessory designers)

NY NOW’s Incubator Program, powered by Bulletin (new-to-NY NOW brands under 5 years old)

International Pavilions

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With 3 core sections across 35+ product categories, NY NOW encompasses home décor and tableware, gifts, accessories, jewelry, and so much more. Attendees can explore an extensive range of offerings, from stationery, eclectic gifts, and trending home décor to aromatherapy and fragrance, skincare, wellness, and fine jewelry, and even emerging categories such as sexual wellness and cannabis and psychedelics. The show promises the unrivaled thrill of in-person connection and endless discovery, and NY NOW Online, the integrated wholesale platform, makes ordering a breeze for thousands of buyers in attendance. It’s a true hybrid wholesale experience.

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Luxury Consumers Are Ready to Shop for the Holidays Amid Macroeconomic Uncertainty Our Coverage Sponsored by Hallak Cleaners the Couture Cleaner @hallakcleaners @hallakcouturecleaner

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Saks to inspire customers with the best in luxury fashion, experiences, services and gifts for the holidays

Saks, the premier digital platform for luxury fashion, has unveiled insights from its latest Saks Luxury Pulse survey fielded in October. Reinforcing the resilience of the luxury consumer and their enthusiasm towards holiday shopping, the survey found that 75% of luxury consumers plan to spend the same or more on holiday shopping compared to last holiday season, which is relatively flat to their holiday spending plans in 2022. As the expert on the luxury consumer, Saks leverages the Saks Luxury Pulse to deepen its understanding of these shoppers' evolving sentiments towards the economy and spending.

Luxury Consumers Are Shopping for the Holidays Later

This holiday season, luxury consumers plan to shop later – with a 10 percentage point increase in those beginning their shopping after Thanksgiving compared to last year. Additionally, 64% said they plan to shop mostly online or online only this holiday season, an increase of 15 percentage points compared to last year’s survey.

For gift-giving, luxury consumers plan to allocate 46% of their luxury holiday spending on themselves and 54% on presents for others. Millennial respondents are more likely to self-gift, with plans to spend equally on themselves and others when shopping for luxury throughout the holidays, while Baby Boomer and Silent Generation respondents plan to allocate more of their luxury holiday spending on others.

While 69% of luxury consumers are planning to or have already booked a trip in the near future, a 5 percentage point drop from the previous survey, they continue to embrace dressing up and attending parties and events. 83% of respondents plan to attend parties, 84% plan to dress up the same or more than they did the last holiday season and 81% plan to buy new attire for the holiday season.

“Amid a challenging economic environment, we’re pleased to see that the luxury consumer is ready to shop and celebrate this holiday season, and we remain committed to our strategy to be the luxury shopping destination of choice for the full continuum of luxury consumers,” said Marc Metrick, CEO, Saks. “Yet, we continue to take a more measured approach to our outlook on this holiday season, and the results reinforce our view that the luxury consumer is resilient. At Saks, we benefit when luxury consumers go out to parties and events, especially as they’ve indicated that they plan to buy luxury fashion for these occasions. Whether shopping for themselves or others, we look forward to providing our customers with the best in luxury fashion and experiences all season long.”

Luxury Consumers Remain Steady on Luxury Spending Plans

Saks’ latest findings also demonstrate a continued appetite for spending on luxury goods. 57% of luxury consumers said they plan to spend the same or more on luxury in the next three months, which is relatively flat to the last survey, which showed the first increase in plans to spend on luxury since May 2022. However, among those with an income of $200K or more, the survey showed a 4 percentage point decline in plans to spend the same or more on luxury compared to the previous survey.

This survey also saw a decline in economic outlook, with concern about the economy increasing by 9 percentage points compared to the previous survey. Although the majority of respondents (64%) still feel optimistic about their personal finances, concern increased by 4 percentage points compared to the previous survey. Among all respondents, Millennials are the group with the most optimism towards both the economy (39%) and their personal finances (69%).

Additionally, fewer entry luxury consumers (those with an income of $100K or less) say they would wait as long as needed for the item they like to be on sale compared to the previous survey. This indicates luxury consumers’ willingness to purchase the luxury items they want ahead of the holidays rather than trading down for items on sale.

Emily Essner, Chief Marketing Officer, Saks, added, “At Saks, we’re committed to building lasting and meaningful relationships with luxury consumers and serving them with innovative experiences that drive engagement and brand loyalty. The latest Saks Luxury Pulse helps us better understand luxury consumers’ holiday spending plans and reinforces our confidence in our strategy to provide them with content, experiences and merchandise that will inspire their holiday shopping. We’re pleased to see the continued appetite for luxury and look forward to delighting our customers throughout the holiday season and beyond.”

Luxury Holiday Gifting & Experiences

Saks’ annual Holiday Gift Guide is available on Saks.com and in Saks Fifth Avenue stores, providing customers with holiday shopping inspiration and help with finding the best in luxury for themselves and their loved ones. As a fashion authority, Saks has curated a selection of sought-after luxury gifts across women’s, men’s and kids fashion, as well as beauty, jewelry and home merchandise that luxury shoppers will love.

Customers can also take holiday celebrations to another level this year with extraordinary experiential gifts and extravagances that also give back with Saks’ Holiday Experiences. Each holiday experience package purchase supports the Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation and its mission to make mental health a priority in every community. The one-of-a-kind experiences include opportunities to:Host a Party on the Saks Fifth Avenue New York Flagship Rooftop: Entertain 20 of your closest friends on the flagship’s private rooftop, made available exclusively to you. Take in the breathtaking views of Manhattan’s most iconic skyscrapers and enjoy music and hors d'oeuvres from L'Avenue at Saks.

Attend NYFW with Saks: Accompany the Saks Team to a New York Fashion Week event and get immersed in the world of fashion, firsthand. Plus, receive a $5,000 Saks Gift Card and enjoy a private shopping experience at Saks with a Saks Stylist to prep for the event.

Enjoy a Valentine’s Day Experience at L’Avenue at Saks: Make Valentine’s Day extra-special with a private pastry lesson, followed by a dinner for two at L’Avenue at Saks. The Executive Pastry Chef at L’Avenue at Saks, Stephanie Oliveira, will guide you through a hands-on demonstration immediately followed by a delicious dinner with your loved one.

Have Saks Decorate Your Home for the Holidays: Transform your home for the holidays with custom décor handled by Saks Visual Director Connor Matz. The designer will decorate your home, tree or tablescape—complete with all the trimmings.

Enjoy an Omakase Dinner at Home: Bring Hoseki, the Omakase restaurant at the Saks Fifth Avenue New York flagship, to your home. Chef Daniel Kim will prepare an intimate and personalized 12-course sushi experience for a dinner party of up to eight guests.

To view the full list of holiday experiences, visit Saks.com. Plus, discover this season’s must-have trends via The It List within The Edit on Saks.com, the Saks editorial hub that provides an inside look at the latest fashion and style inspiration.

**Details regarding each of the Saks Holiday Experience's charitable contributions to the Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation can be found on its corresponding product page. You can learn more about the Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation at Saks.com/saksfoundation.

Luxury Service Offerings

Across the Saks Fifth Avenue online and in store ecosystem, Saks offers seamless shopping experiences whenever and wherever customers prefer to shop this holiday season, with services including:Buy Online, Pick Up in Store: Customers can place an order on Saks.com and pick it up at their nearest Saks Fifth Avenue store.

Manhattan Same-Day Delivery: Manhattan-based shoppers can take advantage of Saks’ same-day delivery service for last-minute holiday shopping.

Extended Holiday Return Policy: Purchases made from Wednesday, November 1 through Saturday, December 23 will be eligible for free return shipping through January 15, 2024, with some exclusions.

Fifth Avenue Club: Customers traveling for the holidays can access the Fifth Avenue Club’s luxury personal styling and shopping services in luxury hotels and resorts in destinations without Saks Fifth Avenue stores, including Charleston, Honolulu, Laguna Beach, Napa Valley, Nashville, Orlando and Palo Alto, as well as Deer Valley as of November 16, 2023.

About the Saks Luxury Pulse

The Saks Luxury Pulse is a periodic online survey of luxury consumers’ attitudes towards shopping, spending and fashion trends. It is based on responses from 2,231 U.S.-based luxury consumers over age 18 and was fielded between October 12-16, 2023.

About Saks

Saks is the premier digital platform for luxury fashion in North America. Driven by a mission to help customers express themselves through relevant and inspiring style, we serve as a destination to explore and discover the latest from established and emerging designers. Our expertly curated assortment features sought-after names in women’s, men’s and kids fashion, as well as beauty, home and lifestyle merchandise. Through the Saks website and app, we provide access to professional stylists, inspiring editorial content and interactive events. Our differentiated approach seamlessly combines elevated online experiences with in-person services through an exclusive partnership with the Saks Fifth Avenue stores.

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