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WILLIAMS-SONOMA, INC. ANNOUNCES PLANS TO CLOSE U.S. STORES ON THANKSGIVING DAY

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Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE: WSM) announced plans to close its U.S. stores on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2020, to allow employees to spend time with their families. CEO Laura Alber expressed gratitude for employee resilience during the pandemic and highlighted ongoing support through pay and benefits during store closures. Customers can still shop online across multiple brands, including Williams Sonoma, Pottery Barn, and West Elm, during the holiday season.

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SAN FRANCISCO--()--Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE: WSM), a leading home specialty retailer of high-quality, sustainable products for the home, today announced plans to close its U.S. stores on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2020.

We hope our associates will be able to spend time with their loved ones this Thanksgiving. We are so thankful for their resilience and hard work this year and are proud to be able to support them during this pandemic, including providing pay and benefits while our stores were closed. We will continue to do all that we can to take care of our people, as we navigate this extraordinary time together,” said Laura Alber, President and Chief Executive Officer.

As always, on Thanksgiving Day and throughout the holiday season, customers can shop from our portfolio of brands online at williams-sonoma.com, potterybarn.com, potterybarnkids.com, pbteen.com, westelm.com, rejuvenation.com, and markandgraham.com.

ABOUT WILLIAMS-SONOMA, INC.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is a specialty retailer of high-quality products for the home. These products, representing distinct merchandise strategies — Williams Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, West Elm, Pottery Barn Teen, Williams Sonoma Home, Rejuvenation, and Mark and Graham — are marketed through e-commerce websites, direct-mail catalogs and retail stores. These brands are also part of The Key Rewards, our free-to-join loyalty program that offers members exclusive benefits across the Williams-Sonoma family of brands. We operate in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Canada, Australia and the United Kingdom, offer international shipping to customers worldwide, and have unaffiliated franchisees that operate stores in the Middle East, the Philippines, Mexico and South Korea, as well as e-commerce websites in certain locations.

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415 616 8571

FAQ

What is the significance of Williams-Sonoma closing its stores on Thanksgiving Day?

Closing stores allows employees to spend time with family, reflecting the company's commitment to their well-being.

When will Williams-Sonoma close its U.S. stores?

Williams-Sonoma will close its U.S. stores on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2020.

Can customers shop online at Williams-Sonoma during the Thanksgiving holiday?

Yes, customers can shop online at Williams-Sonoma and its other brands throughout the holiday season.

What brands are included in the Williams-Sonoma online shopping options?

Brands include Williams Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, West Elm, and more.

Who is the CEO of Williams-Sonoma?

Laura Alber is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Williams-Sonoma.

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