World Market

Reviews

• RH

  refus holloway

  Feb 19, 2026
  5.0
  Wonderful array of products. Food, wine, beer, utensils; old school and modern varieties. I'm sooooo glad they are too far from me because most of my time and money would be spent there. Shopped there today for two items and $100 later......
• CS

  Chris Sidock

  Jan 17, 2026
  4.0
  "World Market" history can refer to the specific retailer Cost Plus World Market, founded in San Francisco in 1958 for unique imports, or the broader history of global markets (financial, commodity, securities), evolving from medieval trade to modern digital exchanges, marked by eras like the Gold Standard and Bretton Woods, and evolving market-making. The store expanded from selling wicker furniture to international goods, while global markets grew from local exchanges to interconnected systems influencing economies worldwide. Cost Plus World Market (The Retailer) Origins (1958): Started in San Francisco by selling wicker furniture imported at a "cost plus ten percent" markup, leading to the name Cost Plus. Growth: Expanded by importing eclectic home goods, furniture, and later, food and wine. Ownership: Became part of Bed Bath & Beyond in 2012, before being acquired by Kingswood Capital Management. Brand: Known for unique, globally sourced items and its annual Christmas Marketplace. History of Global Markets (Financial/Securities) Early Roots: Medieval Venice saw early forms of market-making for shared risk, with spices and goods. 19th-20th Century: Rise of monopolies (like Standard Oil affecting oil prices), stock exchanges, and evolving trading methods. Key Eras (Financial): Classical Gold Standard (pre-1914): Fixed currency exchange rates pegged to gold. Bretton Woods (1944-1973): A US dollar-based system with fixed exchange rates. Post-1973: Floating exchange rates for most major currencies. Modern Markets: Evolved into complex, computer-driven systems in global centers like Tokyo and New York, facilitating worldwide capital flow.
• KB

  Kevin Bucken

  Jan 14, 2026
  5.0
  Lots of interesting items.
• MF

  M Florida

  Jan 10, 2026
  1.0
  The women's restroom was unsanitary, filthy, and disgusting. We arrived at the store around noon today with my two daughters, and they needed to use the restroom. However, it was in such poor condition that we had to leave and go to another store. We did not return to purchase furniture because a store that does not care about customer health or provide clean, sanitary restroom facilities does not deserve our business.
• CB

  Carol Braun

  Dec 8, 2025
  5.0
  From the initial inquiry of an accent chair via phone to the pick up of my final selection (after innumerable times of changing my mind) I was met with patient, passionate and supportive World Market personnel! Ms. Nicole Berry was truly insightful and dispensed outstanding creative ideas into my new home furniture and decor. She is a visionary, and her entire team have created an incredible experience at this Jacksonville store. Each Jax WM representative is so deeply dedicated to their craft. New to the area, I am so thankful I found a beautiful and welcoming place to enhance my home. Thank you!