At 8 a.m., Sarah opens Instagram, coffee in hand. Two hours later, she has ten screenshots saved and a plan for redesigning her living room. We often talk about footfall as if it starts at the front door. But in today’s retail reality, it starts much earlier, usually with an
Home furnishings retailers must leverage multiple online platforms to effectively reach and engage their target audience. With consumers turning to visual inspiration, social interaction, and search-driven purchasing decisions, selecting the right marketing channels is crucial for success. Digital marketing platforms like Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, Google Ads, Houzz, YouTube, and email
Use Your Customer List for Advanced Digital Targeting Lists are a staple in our daily lives—for groceries, task management, or home renovation planning. In digital advertising, lists play a pivotal role in targeting specific audiences with personalized messages. For furniture businesses, leveraging list-based advertising can help attract new customers, re-engage
In a world where inspiration is just a scroll away, social influencers are redefining how we design our spaces and choose furniture. Nearly 6 in 10 people planning to buy furniture in the next year admit that influencers play a role in their decisions. And for Millennials, the generation driving
Retail marketing enters a transformative era driven by rapid technological advancements, evolving consumer expectations, and an intensified demand for personalization, convenience, and sustainability. As we look ahead to 2025 and beyond, retailers must navigate a dynamic environment where innovation and adaptability are no longer optional but essential. From AI-powered personalization
As a home furnishings retailer, every dollar counts when it comes to marketing. You want to ensure that your efforts lead to tangible results, whether increased sales, more leads, or a stronger brand presence. Measuring your digital marketing campaigns’ return on investment (ROI) is essential to knowing what works, what
As a brick-and-mortar furniture retailer, staying ahead of marketing trends is crucial to driving traffic and increasing sales. With the rapid evolution of digital technologies and AI, there are more innovative ways than ever to attract customers to your store. Let’s explore effective strategies, emerging 2025 marketing trends, and practical
Social media platforms have become pivotal for retailers to reach their target audience and drive engagement. Among these platforms, Pinterest stands out as a powerful tool, particularly for furniture retailers. With its visually oriented interface and vast user base seeking inspiration for home decor, Pinterest offers a unique opportunity for
BUILD IT AND THEY WILL COME: Retail Experiences, Connection, and Inspiration Currently, 1 in 3 Americans is eyeing furniture or mattress purchases. In a digital age where convenience rules and shoppers can effortlessly buy furniture without leaving the comfort of their homes, the way to drive in-store traffic demands a
How to Navigate Google’s New Algorithm and Leverage AI Tools to Benefit Your Business In March 2024, Google’s new algorithm impacted many sites deindexed from Google Search. This change is tied to an effort to clean up spam sites and realize the goal of reducing unhelpful, irrelevant, or unoriginal content
Visual merchandising has evolved significantly from traditional window displays and static store layouts. What used to rely solely on creativity
Most furniture retailers are sitting on a goldmine and don’t even realize it. If you have a list of customer
What Home Furnishings Retailers and Importers Need to Know The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is moving forward with
The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) is aware that many retailers have been following the recent news regarding Costco’s tariff lawsuit,
Retail furniture buying in the United States is undergoing seismic shifts, marked by new technologies, evolving consumer expectations, and changes
Selling Like a “Million-Dollar Writer” What separates a good sales associate from a true million-dollar writer? It’s not luck, and it’s not just traffic.
The Right Way to Use AI in Retail Marketing (and What to Avoid) Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping marketing and its impact on retail
