What's HOT and What's NOT
Tips for your home in Spring 2009
Your interior design might be unhip if... you have violated
more than a couple of the rules in our list below. But, fret not,
fellow fashion finder! We're here to also tell you how to mitigate
your "Outs" with our suggested "Ins".
Read on and freshen up!
In the Bedroom
In: Monograms
Out: Comforters
Like making a statement?
You're in luck this season! Monogramming
bedding, particularly pillows, is way "in".
Make sure you have them professionally done, and that the style and font
match your décor for a current and bold bedroom ambiance. These
luxurious accent pillows were placed in a master bedroom in a downtown
penthouse by JEI.
This may pain some people, and we are truly sorry to report
that comforters- pretty much all kinds- are not quite as fashion-forward as
they used to be.
We know, we know... you hate to part with it for
sentimental reasons and it was fabulous for a while, it really was! But, we are here to let you know now that its time has
passed. It may be difficult to let go,
but you have our full support. Try
thinking vintage chic quilt or elegant duvet instead.
On the Walls
In: Wallpaper
Out: Wall Paper Borders
We're pretty pleased to report that walls now can be fun
again and express the bold moods you want for your space. Ditch the drab paint colors and move forward
with large prints in bright colors. This
is one of our favs from Osbourne & Little.
While it was once pretty sharp to line your wall space with
chunky intricate wallpaper borders, the time has come to relinquish this
notion. Crisp symmetrical lines on your
wall's edges are preferable to the imbalance those old borders created. If this news upsets you, please take solace
in the fact that enlightenment leads to "all virtue and wisdom." Perhaps Buddha was not referring to
wallpaper, but we tend to think he was.
Accessories
In: Brass Finishes
Out: Over-sized Tassels
Gone are the days of fearing this bold finish. Brandish your brass accents tastefully with
nice warm tones on accessories such as lamps and hardware. Gentle soft satin
and hand rubbed brass finishes are subtle but make a statement for your
space. We found this stunning lamp from Visual Comfort that we think says it all.
Brace yourselves. The chunky tassels you once had garnishing
your furniture and window coverings are a trend of the past (unless your design
style is antiques and opulence- then it's still ok!). You don't
have to retire all of your fringy trimmings, only the ones that can double as
weapons. If you choose to toss a tassel
into your design mix, keep it simple and small.
We and your draperies will thank you.
Feathered Fowl
In: Big Bird
Out: Little Bird
When you begin to see large peacock feather prints and expansive gull design, remember that we told you so here first. Keep it tasteful and understated by limiting
the color palette, but don't be shy to embrace this design trend! Here is a lovely example from Florence Broadhurst.
Little Birdie. He's
cute, we know. But he's out. Little birds will almost certainly be back in
style... eventually. So, you may not want
to discard the accent pieces you already have that sport the sparrow. Maybe just stash them for a while. In the mean time, let the big bird be heard.
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Is it Spring again already?? Indeed it is... both the beautiful weather and Daylight Saving Time have told us so. And we're ready!