CHICAGO, IL - OCTOBER 19 -- Paper Source, a premier lifestyle brand and gift retailer, and global design company West Elm, today announce a limited-edition West Elm x Paper Source holiday DIY craft box and exclusive West Elm for Paper Source stationery collection. With a shared passion for creativity and appreciation for original design, the exclusive DIY craft box invites families and individuals to tap into their creativity, add a personal touch to holiday décor, and create new traditions at home this year with modern DIY activities. Available starting October 20, the West Elm x Paper Source holiday DIY craft box delivers directly to your front door for $75 and includes three paper crafting decor projects, essential supplies and access to inspirational ideas and how-to videos to design a happy little holiday at home. The West Elm x Paper Source holiday DIY craft box is available online on PaperSource.com/WestElm just in time for the gifting and decorating season.

“We are more than just paper and more than just a product. We can offer a truly unique experience to our customers,” said Winnie Park, CEO of Paper Source. “Our collaboration with West Elm is a natural extension of the brand and we are excited to offer an opportunity for families and design enthusiasts alike to share in celebrating the season through easy, unintimidating, DIY decor projects at home.”

Whether carving out relaxing craft time or gathering for a family-fun activity everyone can enjoy, crafters of all ages will love the modern DIY projects inside the West Elm x Paper Source holiday DIY craft box. Each element for the DIY craft comes enclosed in one convenient package, so crafters and families can simply open the box to begin adding a personal seasonal touch with geometric ornaments, paper wreath making and retro camper dioramas, perfect for place cards, garlands and kid-friendly weekend projects.

To help customers stay connected with friends and family this holiday season, West Elm and Paper Source have also co-designed an exclusive holiday collection of six stationery products priced starting at $19.95. The West Elm for Paper Source holiday stationery collection interprets West Elm’s joyfully modern designs onto an array of colorful, monogrammable journals, personalized recipe cards, and holiday greeting cards for every occasion. Shop the full collection of West Elm for Paper Source holiday stationery at PaperSource.com/WestElm and WestElm.com/PaperSource coming soon in November.

Customer can follow along on social media all season long as West Elm (@westelm) and Paper Source (@papersource) celebrate with virtual experiences and engaging co-branded content including:

• Instagram Live with West Elm x Paper Source:
  • Join West Elm and Paper Source experts for an IG Live on November 19 where followers will learn design tips for styling a beautiful tablescape and how to craft an attention-grabbing handmade centerpiece.
• Happy at Home Sweepstakes:
  • Beginning November 16, enter for a chance to win a $1,000 prize pack from West Elm, Paper Source and Domino Magazine to jump start holiday shopping. Details to enter will be announced on West Elm and Paper Source social channels.

About Paper Source

Founded in 1983, Paper Source is a premier paper and gift store offering a curated selection of fine and artisanal papers, invitations, gifts, gift wrap, greeting cards and an exclusive collection of envelopes and cards. With the goal to “Do Something Creative Every Day,” Paper Source is committed to offering inspiration and innovation to their customers as they celebrate all of life’s moments, both big and small. In support of this mission, Paper Source offers a creative aesthetic with a unique color palette and proprietary designs that are hand-illustrated by an in-house Art and Design team. As of early 2020, Paper Source operates 150 stores nationwide, plus an ecommerce store and wholesale division. For more information, please visit www.papersource.com.

(August 25, 2020) – Today, global design company West Elm and EILEEN FISHER debut a sustainably made collection of home decor and furniture designed with upcycled EILEEN FISHER materials, giving garments a second life beyond the closet. Both retailers shared a vision to develop responsible designs using conscientious manufacturing centered around a zero-waste system to create home products with less environmental impact. The limited-edition collection interprets EILEEN FISHER’s Renew program to a selection of pillows and casual seating available today at WestElm.com/EileenFisher and EileenFisher.com. The collaboration marks the first time EILEEN FISHER brings its industry-changing denim felting method to an exclusive collection with a major home retailer. 

“Our team was delighted to partner with West Elm because of our shared passion for creating responsibly-designed products. With these beautiful designs, we are extending each garment’s life cycle and drastically reducing the waste that we put out into the world. As other brands join our mission, we will increase the potential to create positive change in the way we manufacture — by being kinder to the planet,” said Eileen Fisher, founder and co-CEO.

The West Elm + EILEEN FISHER collection is uniquely crafted using a process that begins by deconstructing previously owned denim garments donated by customers as part of EILEEN FISHER’s Renew program. The upcycled fabric is meticulously washed, repaired and hand-layered into intricate and thoughtfully designed patterns, making each piece in the collection one-of-a-kind. 

“Eileen Fisher leads the apparel industry in sustainable innovation and has developed a transformative technology that allows us to introduce circular design to a collection of textiles for the home,” said Alex Bellos, president of West Elm. “Together, we are bridging our shared commitments to responsible retail and great design to offer quality, artful pieces." 

Beginning August 25, customers can shop the limited-edition collection of eight pieces on WestElm.com/EileenFisher and EileenFisher.com/Circular-by-Design, including:    

• Eileen Fisher Pillow Cover in White & Indigo, 12” x 21” ($159)
• Eileen Fisher Pillow Cover in Red, 12” x 21” ($159)
• Eileen Fisher Pillow Cover in Dark Indigo, 20” x 20” ($169)
• Eileen Fisher Lounge Chair ($1,999)

For an exclusive interview with Eileen Fisher and a behind the scenes video tour of EILEEN FISHER’s Tiny Factory to see how each piece is made, visit WestElm.com/EileenFisher. To learn more about sustainability and circular design in the apparel industry or to participate in EILEEN FISHER’s Renew program, visit EileenFisherRenew.com.  

About EILEEN FISHER

EILEEN FISHER has been creating simple, timeless clothes for over 30 years. The collection consists of pure shapes in beautiful materials, designed to work together effortlessly. As a socially conscious company, EILEEN FISHER is a pioneer in sustainable fashion and working to empower women and girls. Our clothes are sold at over 60 EILEEN FISHER retail stores, and 1,000 department and specialty stores internationally, as well as 2 RENEW stores, which feature gently worn and remade designs from our take-back program. EILEEN FISHER is the one of the largest women’s fashion companies to be a certified B Corporation, which means we voluntarily meet high criteria for social and environmental performance, accountability and transparency.

(August 03, 2020) -- Today, global design company West Elm debuts its second collaboration with New York City-based contemporary furniture and design studio, Bower. The new West Elm x Bower collection expands on the first iteration in 2017 to showcase Bower’s industry-renowned, minimalist design approach across several product categories. The seven West Elm exclusive items, including decorative accessories, lighting and furniture pieces starting at $70, are available today on WestElm.com/Bower.

“Working with West Elm presents a unique opportunity for us to stretch beyond our manufacturing capabilities to create pieces at a large scale for West Elm’s design-curious audience,” said the Bower team. “With this line, we were inspired by plant life and explored patterns using spheres and discs to create a collection that will complement a variety of interiors.”

“Our successful first collaboration with Bower allowed customers to discover their unique and dynamic designs at an accessible price,” said Jeffrey Hannoosh, Senior Vice President of Design for West Elm. “The second installment re-introduces Bower’s elevated, design-forward perspective to our everyday modern offerings with contemporary pieces that are reflective of their distinct style.” 

In line with Bower’s intrinsic design DNA, the collection highlights the beauty of juxtaposition, using mixed materials and simplistic shapes that feel both fresh and familiar. The exclusive West Elm x Bower assortment includes:

• Bower Trinity Candleholder ($70)
• Bower Bubble Vase ($80)
• Bower Papasan Bowl ($130)
• Bower Stack Scones ($149)
• Bower Trinity Pendant ($399)
• Bower Step Side Table ($229)
• Bower Step Console Table ($499)

Design-lovers interested in learning more about Bower can tune in to the latest episode of Clever, a podcast celebrating the humanity behind design. In the exclusive episode, Bower’s trio of co-founders join designer Amy Devers for a conversation around the beginning of Bower, their design philosophy and the inspiration behind the West Elm collaboration.

Plus, Clever, West Elm and Bower have teamed up for a Clever Reflection Contest offering a grand prize including a one-of-a-kind Bower mirror and a $250 West Elm gift card, plus a second prize for a $250 West Elm gift card. To enter*, create a short video that showcases a reflection visually alongside a personal (audio) reflection. A reflection can be physical like in a mirror, or abstract like a thought. Post your video to Instagram with hashtag #CleverReflectionContest and tag @cleverpodcast, @westelm, and @bowerstudios. For the full contest details and official rules, visit cleverpodcast.com/reflection-contest.

*Entries are due by August 18, 2020. Contest winners will be announced by August 25, 2020.

(July 15, 2020) -- National Ice Cream Day is July 19 and to celebrate, global design company West Elm has partnered with Brooklyn-based, small-batch ice cream company, OddFellows, to create a limited-edition flavor, West Elm Citrus Summer Crush available at select Oddfellows locations beginning July 19. The exclusive new flavor offers a modern twist on a classic combination, featuring a delicious blend of blood orange sorbet and sweet cream. Even sweeter, a portion of proceeds from every scoop of West Elm Citrus Summer Crush on National Ice Cream Day will be donated to benefit the Jackie Robinson Foundation and support its New York community-focused mission of empowering minority youth to pursue higher education.

To help ice cream lovers everywhere celebrate their favorite summer treat at home, West Elm and Oddfellows have partnered to share exclusive content on West Elm’s Front + Main blog, including the recipe to create the West Elm Citrus Summer Crush limited-edition flavor and an exclusive interview with Oddfellows Co-founder, Mohan Kumar about how the Brooklyn-rooted ice cream shop originated.

Customers can conveniently shop for at-home ice cream making essentials at westelm.com/IceCreamDay, including:

• Dash Mini Ice Cream Maker ($40)
• Dash Waffle Bowl Maker ($40)
• Hand Painted Pattern Pop Bowls ($10.50)
• 1.5 Qt. Ice Cream Tub ($19.95)

West Elm Citrus Summer Crush is available now through August 2 at Oddfellows scoop shops in the New York City area at the Brooklyn Heights and DUMBO locations, as well as Boston’s Chestnut Hill location. For online, in-store pickup orders and to find your nearest location, visit www.oddfellowsnyc.com.

Brooklyn, NY (July 08, 2020) – As the 15 Percent Pledge continues to advocate for economic equality by urging major retailers to allocate 15% of their shelf space to Black-owned businesses, today Brooklyn-based, global design company, West Elm, is committing to the 15 Percent Pledge through the retailer’s brand collaborations, West Elm LOCAL shelf space, and hiring practices. In addition to West Elm’s 15% benchmark promises, the home furnishings retailer will make a multi-year donation pledge to the 15 Percent Pledge.

“The 15 Percent Pledge was launched out of the need for increased representation in the workforce and financial equality for Black-owned businesses,” said Aurora James, founder, 15 Percent Pledge Foundation. “We could not be happier that West Elm has stepped up and pledged its commitment to supporting a community of Black-owned businesses, artists, designers, and makers. As a champion of social responsibility causes, we commend West Elm for the brands’ leadership in the design space and look forward to working with them on their accountability measures to hit the 15% benchmarks.”

In making the commitment to the 15 Percent Pledge, West Elm plans to:

• Increase West Elm’s design collaborations with Black designers, artists, and Black-owned brands to a minimum of 15% of total
• Increase the share of Black makers and small businesses within West Elm LOCAL to a 15% minimum 
• Increase the share of Black employees within West Elm’s corporate workforce to a minimum of 15%, as well as strengthening the retail to corporate pipeline

“We are determined to use our purchasing power to create economic empowerment for Black-owned businesses, artists and designers,” said Alex Bellos, president, West Elm. “We look forward to working with the 15 Percent Pledge to ensure our commitments make an immediate and sustained impact.”  

Today, West Elm joins Sephora and Rent the Runway in publicly committing to the 15 Percent Pledge. To support the 15 Percent Pledge, please sign the petition at www.15percentpledge.org to show retailers that you Stand With Us. Individuals can also text “PLEDGE” to 917.540.8418 for updates and information on Black-owned businesses. Please also like, share, and follow on Instagram and Twitter at @15percentpledge.

For more information about the 15 Percent Pledge, please reach out to contact@15percentpledge.org, or Gabrielle Katz, gabrielle.katz@karlaotto.com and Giada Buffalini, giada.buffalini@karlaotto.com at Karla Otto New York. To learn more about West Elm’s commitments to sustainability and corporate social responsibility, please visit WestElm.com/Commitments.  

About 15 Percent Pledge

The 15 Percent Pledge is a 501c3 non-profit advocacy organization urging major retailers to commit 15% of their shelf-space to Black-owned businesses. It offers large corporations accountability support and consulting services with the goal of advocating for and supporting Black-owned businesses. The 15 Percent Pledge seeks economic equality and prosperity for Black future founders, Black students, and Black people in the workforce. Launched in 2020 by Aurora James, the initiative was born from seeing multiple acts of social injustice and police brutality in the United States, with a lack of accountability for the systemic issues at play. Businesses including Sephora, Rent the Runway, and now West Elm, have all committed to the 15 Percent Pledge. For more information, visit www.15percentpledge.org

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 29 2020 -- Steelcase and global design company West Elm today announce the expansion of their contract interiors partnership with the launch of a selection of retail products available to consumers on WestElm.com. The assortment of Steelcase and West Elm Work products is aimed at helping people work from home comfortably and productively with office-worthy essentials that provide form and function. The introductory selection of 26 product lines ranging from $90 - $4,500 includes the Steelcase innovative ergonomic office chairs, desks and storage assorted from the exclusive West Elm Work for Steelcase Greenpoint Collection, and a variety of flexible pieces from Steelcase such as laptop stands, charging accessories and side tables for additional working surfaces. 

“More people are working from home today and will continue to do so in the future, yet many lack the ergonomic seating or smart work tools to be comfortable and productive,” said Meghan Dean, director of ancillary partnerships. “Together, Steelcase and West Elm will help workers create work-from-home spaces that are healthy and inspiring.” 

“Our customers rely on West Elm to design spaces they love,” said Cheryl Carpenter, VP of West Elm Work. “In expanding our relationship with Steelcase into home office solutions, consumers can shop at WestElm.com to incorporate solutions that support working from home while getting the innovation, quality and ergonomics offered by Steelcase.”

The Steelcase and West Elm home office retail collection builds on the successful contract partnership announced in 2018, which joined West Elm’s original, modern design expertise with Steelcase’s industry leading performance and dealer network to support the changing preferences for people at work.  Steelcase partners with a diverse network of thought leaders and organizations around the world. West Elm is the latest Steelcase partner in what is becoming the industry’s largest network of makers and creators of products for the workplace. 

For more information on Steelcase and West Elm commercial products for the workplace, visit Steelcase.com/WestElm or WestElmWork.com. Shop the home office collection at WestElm.com/Steelcase.

About Steelcase Inc. 

For more than 105 years, Steelcase Inc. has helped create great experiences for the world's leading organizations, across industries. We demonstrate this through our family of brands - including Steelcase®, Coalesse®, Designtex®, Orange Box®, AMQ™ and Turnstone®. Together, they offer a comprehensive portfolio of architecture, furniture and technology products and services designed to unlock human promise and support social, economic and environmental sustainability. We are globally accessible through a network of channels, including over 800 Steelcase dealer locations. Steelcase is a global, industry-leading and publicly traded company with fiscal 2020 revenue of $3.7 billion.  

(May 26, 2020) — Outdoor specialty retailer REI Co-op and global design company West Elm today announce a retail partnership to offer a co-curated collection of REI x West Elm lifestyle products aimed at helping people feel at home, outdoors. REI Co-op and West Elm came together a year ago with a shared commitment to designing consciously made, quality products that invite people to enjoy the comforts of home while exploring outside - whether close to home or in the greater outdoors. The introductory assortment combines REI Co-op’s 82 years of trusted outdoor-gear expertise with West Elm’s original, modern design aesthetic to offer customers durable, approachable and comfortable outdoor product solutions. The collection of 35 products, most under $60, is available today on REI.com/westelm and Westelm.com/REI, marking the first time REI Co-op will sell gear through another retailer.

“Our customers enjoy the outdoors in a variety of ways – from running, riding and hiking, to simply sharing a meal and a moment of relaxation outside,” said Paul Calandrella, REI general merchandising manager for camp products. “We love the opportunity to partner with a brand that not only aligns with our values, but also shares our passion for curating great outdoor experiences. Working with West Elm introduces new creative territory to consider, and we hope this inspires more people to join us outside, even if it’s just day camping in their backyard.”

The REI Co-op x West Elm suite of products encourages customers to get creative with their personal escapes, including folding outdoor chairs, a portable shade shelter, bright reusable tableware, a collapsible campfire table, a double-sided outdoor blanket, abstract patterned outdoor pillows, and more.

“We designed this modern collection of colorful everyday entertaining essentials and sustainably sourced outdoor textiles to complement REI Co-op’s high performing recreational gear,” said Jeffrey Hannoosh, Senior Vice President of Design for West Elm. “Our collaboration with REI Co-op inspires families to bring the comforts of home to the great outdoors – from weeknights dining al fresco to relaxing summer weekends in the backyard.”

REI Co-op and West Elm have also co-produced an exclusive Camp Monsters podcast episode designed to entertain the entire family. Debuting May 26, the episode will be added to REI’s Camp Monsters podcast series and will uncover the urban legend of the famed Brooklyn Bridge Monster that washed ashore the banks of West Elm’s Dumbo, Brooklyn headquarters in 2012. Lore enthusiasts, fans of the podcast, and families alike can listen and watch an animated campfire video with the Camp Monsters Brooklyn Bridge Monster episode for free at YouTube.com/WestElm or in the Fireplace by West Elm app for Apple TV. West Elm and REI Co-op encourage people to tune in, set up camp from the comfort of home, and share their family’s adventures on social media using the hashtag: #REIxWestElm.

The REI Co-op x West Elm suite of products is available starting today and ranges in price starting from $6 to $199. For more ways to ease into summer with the help of REI and West Elm, or to shop the full day camping collection, visit REI.com/WestElm or WestElm.com/REI.

For more information on the partnership or to request images, please visit the West Elm Pressroom at press.westelm.com/REI or the RE Co-op Newsroom: https://www.rei.com/newsroom.

(May 8, 2020) - West Elm store associates are connecting with their community of design lovers in new ways right now– from virtual design consultations and online design chat to social media messages and playful illustrations. Inspired by the creativity of associates and designers across the country, today West Elm introduces 20 themed “West Elm Bundles” on WestElm.com featuring an assortment of products curated by local store teams in the spirit of a care package.

The first selection of West Elm Bundles, starting at $54, will showcase themes ranging from Just Add Wine and I Love New York to Pretty in Pink and I Love Mom. Customers can conveniently shop online to select a West Elm Bundle for a loved one and for every occasion– from celebrations and graduations to room refreshes and sweet “thinking of you” gestures. Each West Elm Bundle ordered on WestElm.com is carefully compiled by the local store team and shipped to its destination.

West Elm will periodically refresh the assortment of West Elm Bundles to feature new messages from store teams, designs, and products by West Elm’s community of LOCAL artists and makers, providing support for their small businesses. Visit the landing page on WestElm.com to shop the full collection, including:

Coffee Corner by West Elm Salt Lake City ($74)

For the coffee lover, this Coffee Corner Bundle provides a charming set-up for a cup of joe. Just add the coffee.

“Making everyday tasks beautiful as well as functional has never been more important. Our coffee corner set up can help add some style and calm to your mornings with everything you need to start the day right!”

- The West Elm Salt Lake City Team

A Reason to Celebrate by West Elm Las Vegas ($94)

Whether unwinding after a long day or have a reason to celebrate, these champagne flutes, coasters, luxe marble corkscrew and more elevate any occasion.

“A Reason to Celebrate, is a hopeful reminder that good things are coming! With so many life events being put on hold, why miss an opportunity to celebrate if you don’t have to!”

- The West Elm Las Vegas Team

Insta-worthy Picnic by West Elm Chelsea Garden ($182)

Get outside on a sunny afternoon – this set has all the essentials for a photo-worthy picnic.

“We hope wherever you are this summer, you are able to take time to get outside, breathe the fresh air, and feel renewed.”

- The West Elm Chelsea Team (New York)

A Taste of New Orleans by West Elm New Orleans ($69)

Get a taste of the Big Easy with this tabletop set-up, full of zesty décor and fun seasonings.

“We created this package so visitors and our resilient residents alike can catch a taste of our great city and our diverse culture.”

- The West Elm New Orleans Team