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Nov 10, 2026 News

Bensons invests over £1m in heritage brand

Bensons for Beds has announced a £1m+ investment in the relaunch of Staples & Co, its historic British bed brand, as it strengthens its portfolio of…

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Nov 10, 2026 Event Preview

Elevating Vietnam's global industry role

Vietnam's furniture industry has achieved remarkable growth, driven by strong export results and competitive advantages in manufacturing,…

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Nov 10, 2026 Event Preview

Gallery’s @Home VIP Preview Event

Gallery Direct is welcoming trade customers to its Chesterfield showroom this November for its exclusive @Home VIP Preview Event, offering a first…

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Nov 10, 2026 News

Spending stalls ahead of Black Friday

According to data compiled by BRC-KPMG, UK total retail sales increased by 1.5% YoY in October, against a growth of 1.6% in October 2025. Non-food…

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NEWS


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Nov 10, 2026 News

Bensons invests over £1m in heritage brand

Bensons for Beds has announced a £1m+ investment in the relaunch of Staples & Co, its historic British bed brand, as it strengthens its portfolio of…

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Nov 10, 2026 News

Spending stalls ahead of Black Friday

According to data compiled by BRC-KPMG, UK total retail sales increased by 1.5% YoY in October, against a growth of 1.6% in October 2025. Non-food…

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Nov 09, 2026 News

Natuzzi appoints new UK and Ireland principals

Natuzzi has appointed James Leach and Lewis Stockford as its new agents for the UK and Eire market. Both bring extensive experience in the furniture…

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Nov 09, 2026 News

JYSK partners with Everton Women

Danish homeware retailer JYSK has announced a new partnership with football team Everton Women, a partnership which promises to reach thousands of…


EVENTS


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Nov 10, 2026 Event Preview

Elevating Vietnam's global industry role

Vietnam's furniture industry has achieved remarkable growth, driven by strong export results and competitive advantages in manufacturing,…

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Nov 10, 2026 Event Preview

Gallery’s @Home VIP Preview Event

Gallery Direct is welcoming trade customers to its Chesterfield showroom this November for its exclusive @Home VIP Preview Event, offering a first…

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Nov 09, 2026 Event Preview

imm cologne 2027 cancelled

imm cologne will not take place in January 2027, reports show organiser Koelnmesse, confirming that it is not proceeding with the edition of the…

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Nov 06, 2026 Event Preview

MIFF announces greater design focus for 2027

The Malaysian International Furniture Fair (MIFF) is introducing new design-focused experiences and growing its pull across international markets as…


PROFILES


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Oct 02, 2026 Profiles

Celebrating 50 years of AIS

Independent retailers are stronger together – and, for 50 years, Associated Independent Stores (AIS) has been bringing independent retailers…

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Sept 28, 2026 Profiles

How Home Spirit modernised production while preserving craft

For premium furniture manufacturer Home Spirit, every metre of linen matters, writes cutting technology specialist Lectra …

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Sept 17, 2026 Profiles

French Bedroom celebrates 20 years of "unapologetically feminine design"

Female-founded furniture brand French Bedroom is celebrating two decades in business, "remaining self-funded and independent while championing…

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Sept 14, 2026 Profiles

Think Rugs celebrates 30 years of family business and growth

Family-run rug specialist Think Rugs is celebrating 30 years in business, marking three decades of growth from a small family start-up into a modern…


INTERVIEWS


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Nov 03, 2026 Interviews

Reynolds' family values

MD Dominic Reynolds started out in the industry nearly 50 years ago, and has spent 45 of them in the family retail business in Bognor Regis, selling…

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Oct 23, 2026 Interviews

The younger Members driving progress at AIS

Reaching the 50-year milestone is certainly cause for celebration – but rather than dwelling on the past, Associated Independent Stores (AIS) is keen…

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Oct 19, 2026 Interviews

Simon Kent on building brands with AIS

Buying group Associated Independent Stores (AIS) believes that suppliers are the backbone of the independent retail sector, and it works closely with…

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Oct 07, 2026 Interviews

What membership means to AIS' long-serving retailers

Associated Independent Stores (AIS) may have turned 50, but some of its Member businesses are much, much older – and it’s telling how relevant the…


TRENDS


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Nov 02, 2026 Trends

Today’s sofa search terms, next year’s trends

Search data is usually left with marketing – but Peter Hall, director of Manchester-based digital marketing agency Perpetual10, says it belongs in…

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Sept 28, 2026 Trends

Why the social kitchen matters to furniture retailers and designers

The kitchen is increasingly expected to support far more than food preparation – and for furniture retailers, manufacturers, suppliers and interior…

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Sept 14, 2026 Trends

Neville Johnson – fitted versus freestanding

Fitted furniture versus the freestanding alternatives? It is a decision that many deliberate when designing their homes. For Cari Bateman, senior…

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Sept 07, 2026 Trends

Ambiente takes a global view

Messe Frankfurt is taking its latest trend forecast beyond the confines of its Frankfurt exhibition grounds, bringing the Ambiente Trends 26+ to…


PRODUCTS


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Oct 28, 2026 Products

Chesterfields Direct – Lancashire upholstery since 1980

Made-to-order (MTO) upholstery gives buyers control over the details that determine whether a sofa works in practice – its dimensions, configuration,…

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Oct 12, 2026 Products

Wren expands offer beyond kitchens and bedrooms

Wren is expanding beyond kitchens and bedrooms with its new Living collection, introducing fitted media walls, alcove storage, bookshelves,…

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Oct 09, 2026 Products

Sofas & Stuff partners with Harper’s Bazaar

Hearst UK has launched a new Harper’s Bazaar UK licensing partnership with Sofas & Stuff. The collection features Harper’s Bazaar UK-inspired…

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Oct 05, 2026 Products

Snap – finance that thinks differently

Snap Finance UK and Simba Sleep’s partnership demonstrates how inclusive, multi-lender retail credit strategies can unlock a significant sales boost,…

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