Much of what we do at Maxwell House of Design involves textiles. We do window treatments, bedding, upholstery, slipcovers, pillows, throws, rugs, you name a textile and we have probably used it or come close! At the recent High Point Market, I noticed that the trends reported to us in March by Jackie Von Tobel, were showing up all over the fall market. Jackie shared that embellished linens, sheers, and pillows were a big trend in Paris at the Maison de Objet show held in January. Sure enough Emdee International, Lili Allesandra and others had some wonderful items in their showrooms!
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This lovely orchid embellishment was on a linen window panel.
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| Even plain chairs can become spectacular in this slipcover! |
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Delicate petals add a romantic touch
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In the world of upholstery, we are seeing quite a spectrum. From bold color and whimsical patters, to tartan plaids and hounds tooth, the options in upholstery have never been better. In my humble opinion, it seems like the world of home furnishing is answering the public response to the economic crisis in one of two main ways. On the one hand you have a return to very traditional rooms, think British hunt club with worn leather chairs, wool plaids, antlers and animal skins. This style evokes comfort, stability and a restful cocoon that provides a safe haven from the harsh realities of the world outside the home.
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| Vintage Ralph Lauren |
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| C. R. Laine's take on traditional |
On the flip side, bold clear color, riotous mixes of pattern and whimsy address the doldrums of daily life. This attitude is much like those folks that hole up in the Caribbean to have Hurricane parties, refusing to stop having fun, when Mother Nature is threatening. Bright, happy and optimistic these rooms allow the homeowner to retreat to their "happy place".
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| C.R. Laine does Moroccan |
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| Century Furniture |
Most of us fall into one of these two categories. Which one appeals to you? Traditionalist comfort? Bold Optimistic Bubble? Whichever category that appeals to you, the High Point Market served up plenty of both!
1 comment:
Jane Ann, those doggy-bone shaped pillows are too cute! I'm so glad I saw your blog this morning. I'm going to propose smaller versions of these pillows with embroidered monograms or pets' names to go in a client's doggy beds. Thanks for the inspiration!
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