Shoppe Object Sets the Standard for Thoughtful Retail

NEW YORK — Fresh off an international expansion marked by the launch of its new bi-annual European edition in Paris, Shoppe Object, the premier curated home and gift show, returned to the Starrett-Lehigh Building February 1-3, 2026, for its New York winter edition. Over 850 carefully selected brands from around the world exhibited in the beautiful, sun-filled space, as today’s top retail buyers, store owners, designers, media, and industry leaders attended the high-energy market. “Shoppe Object continues to prioritize experience, curation, and connection above all else,” said Jesse James, Founder & President, Shoppe Object Series, and SVP Creative, Experience & Innovation for ANDMORE. “Every decision we make is to help brands and buyers engage in new business while enjoying their time together. This winter’s New York edition, which came less than a month after the launch of our brand new bi-annual show in Paris, was a rousing end to a show season that exemplified the value and opportunity of our purpose-driven events.”

The New York Winter 2026 edition captured a spirit of discovery, community, curation, and energetic business opportunities

A Trade Show That Feels Different

Shoppe Object is a place where old friends reconnect and where new relationships are born. Throughout the show floor, a recurring theme emerged: community. “The energy and vibe at the show is always so pleasant, edited, and well produced,” said Tina Frey, Founder & Creative Director of Tina Frey Designs. “The sense of community is really one of the best parts of Shoppe Object, as it’s rare to feel so connected to people in other shows.” “We choose to be part of the Shoppe Object community because it represents the heart of the tastemakers,” said Jennifer Olsen, Co-Founder of House of Good. “This is where the most talented voices gather.” “It is a group defined not just by excellence, but by intention,” Olsen added.

This edition celebrated Jo Faulkner as Artist of the Season, whose artwork was featured across the show's marketing and visual storytelling. Guests enjoyed her special onsite exhibition, drawing inspiration from the paintings and prints produced in her London studio, while experiencing her expressive work through live watercolor sessions and an immersive floral installation of live rosemary bushes by the New York studio Flowerpsycho.

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Shoppe Talks: Expanding the Conversation

This edition featured an expanded Shoppe Talks series, doubling the programming from August with twice-daily panels, creating more opportunities for attendees to engage with leading voices across retail, design, marketing, and community-building. Featuring well-known industry leaders and tastemakers, Shoppe Talks further positioned the show as not only a marketplace but also as a space for dialogue, learning, and inspiration.

Shoppe Object will return later this year with upcoming editions in New York August 2-4, the 2nd edition of Shoppe Object Paris returning within Who’s Next at Porte de Versailles September 5-7, and a special edition expected during Paris Fashion Week October 2-5 at the Jardin des Tuileries alongside Premiere Classe.

For more information, visit ShoppeObject.com and follow @shoppeobject.

By the numbers

This season saw 20% new exhibitors –– many showing at Shoppe Object as their first-ever market or tradeshow.

45% of exhibitors were international, spanning 40 countries throughout North & South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia. After the United States, Japan represented the most exhibitors (137 brands).

Show visitors came from all 50 states and from over 65 countries.

Building upon consistent strategic market growth since its inception, this edition yet again drew an increase in buyer traffic.

25% more Interior Designers attended, representing an emerging core demographic of Shoppe Object’s focused visitor outreach.

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About Shoppe Object

Shoppe Object is a collection of premier home and gift shows celebrating a curated roster of visionary brands and makers presented in elevated settings from New York City to Paris. Born of a vanguard spirit to celebrate and service the progressive retail and design community, Shoppe Object is a gathering of fellowship, an expression of ideas, and a physical manifestation of a shared dedication to, and reverence for, the beautiful, the inspired, and the well-made. The ultimate resource for tastemaking merchants and influential editors, Shoppe Object’s flagship show takes place each February and August in New York City at the historic Starrett-Lehigh Building, with additional international events debuting in Paris in partnership with the WSN Group. shoppeobject.com | @shoppeobject .