Home retailer Williams-Sonoma, Inc., owners of the West Elm and Pottery Barn brands, has reported a growth in Q1 2026 sales.
According to its first quarter ended 3 May 2026, total sales rose 4.8% to $1.8bn, with gross margin down by -30bps to 44% and net earnings at $231.3m.
West Elm sales rose 8.5% to $471.1m, with Pottery Barn revenues up 1% to $708.4m. Williams Sonoma sales increased 5% to $271.5m.
Laura Alber, President and Chief Executive Officer, commented: “We are off to a strong start in 2026. In Q1, our comp came in at 4.8%, and we delivered an operating margin of 16.2% with earnings per share of $1.93. Every brand delivered a positive comp in the quarter, driven by the strength of our portfolio, our channels, and our teams.
“We continue to outperform on both the top and bottom lines. We are delivering compounding results year-after-year despite the cyclical swings of the housing market and other macroeconomic events. We believe our strong brands, our proven ability to execute our vision, and our relentless focus on customer service will allow us to accomplish our goals in 2026 and beyond.”
Furthermore, Williams-Sonoma has announced the promotion of Jennifer Kellor to President of Pottery Barn, while former Pottery Barn President, Monica Bhargava has left the company.
“Over the course of her 29-year tenure, Jen has demonstrated an exceptional track record of driving growth and incubating brands,” Laura added. “Jen’s deep brand leadership, merchandising, design, ecommerce and marketing expertise has led the Pottery Barn children’s home furnishings businesses to over $1.1 billion in annual revenues.”
Commenting on the promotion, Jennifer said: “Pottery Barn’s reputation for quality, craftsmanship, and timeless design provides a strong foundation for continued growth. I’m honoured to lead the brand and remain committed to further strengthening our connection with customers through innovation, design, and exceptional service.”
