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Passionate to make these designs available to others, the Segals hired one employee and leased an abandoned elevator factory on Chicago’s Wells Street. They traveled throughout Europe buying directly from glassblowers and ceramicists, from factories making beautiful French copper pots and simple white bistro dinnerware. With no money left for displays, they stacked the shipping crates as shelves and filled the overseas barrels with fun merchandise. So out of necessity came the unique Crate and Barrel style…and name. And on a cold December day in 1962, just moments before the official opening, Gordon and Carole realized they had forgotten just one thing–a cash register (no kidding)…more

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If you’re about to be married, we’re throwing a party in your honor. Bring your partner or your friends. For two full hours, our entire store is yours. Enjoy great food, drinks, music, and our experts’ advice on registering. You’ll also receive a beautiful gift. Call this store to RSVP…more

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