Kurt Adler

In the aftermath of World War II, a young veteran named Kurt Adler took the logistical skills he honed in the U.S. Army's procurement department and ventured into the world of business. Initially focusing on exporting general goods to countries rebuilding post-war, Kurt’s insight quickly led him to shift gears towards importing as European economies stabilized. Thus marked the inception of Kurt S. Adler, Inc., a name that would come to epitomize elegance and quality in holiday decorations worldwide.

In the 1950s, the company began offering its first ornaments. Exquisite handmade angels from Germany quickly found a fervent audience in America, marking the start of Kurt S. Adler, Inc.’s cherished tradition of bringing European flair to American homes. The product line burgeoned to include glass ornaments from Czechoslovakia, hanging ceiling decorations from Germany, and miniature lights from Italy, enveloping America in a warm, festive glow imbued with European elegance.

Fast-forward nearly 75 years, and Kurt S. Adler, Inc. stands as a leading name in holiday decorations, seamlessly blending timeless traditions with contemporary trends. With its headquarters in the iconic New York City and a cutting-edge distribution center, the Adler family legacy robustly thrives. Today, Kurt's children, Howard, Clifford, and Karen, steward the family enterprise, ensuring the same standards of excellence and innovation that defined it from its outset. The addition of Kurt’s grandchildren to the team further reinforces the company's commitment to family values, a commitment mirrored in enduring relationships with employees, customers, and vendors, some spanning over half a century.