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Simple Elegance: 2007 Trend in Home Decorating

If you would like to read more about the top ten trends in furniture this year, you can see what Candice Olson of Divine Design has to say HERE. “Simple Yet Elegant” was listed as number seven, but Ms. Olson stated that this is the mantra for décor in 2007. This trend has been emerging for some time now. Homeowners want style and elegance, but comfort is the main concern. If it can be combined with elegance, that’s even better. This trend includes fabrics and other materials that are cozy, attractive, and low maintenance. It includes relaxed and soothing colors … Continue reading →

Home Color Trends for Fall 2007

Are we talking about fall already? Yep. Pantone recently released a report on color trends for the home in fall 2007. There are some surprises. While there are still vivid reds and oranges and deep browns, there is an interesting mix of other hues as well. The reds are deep “red pepper” colors while the oranges are richer than the usual pumpkin pie colors. Brown has gone past the caramel neutrals and is expressed in cocoa and dark chocolate colors. The other colors range from purplish pinks that seem to have been plucked from flowers like lilacs, while the other … Continue reading →

Home Decorating: Color Trends ‘07

The best way to describe this year’s color trends for the home is pure comfort. Warm “comfort food” colors, colors from nature, and bold colors accented with contrasting neutrals are coming to life this year. The trend of bringing the outdoors in continues. Comfort colors run the range from cocoa and nutty flavors to those that remind us of our favorite home baked pies, including shades reminiscent of pumpkin pie and baked apples with cinnamon. These popular shades and tones are described in terms such as spicy, homey, and comforting. Aside from warm oranges, tans, beiges, and browns, we will … Continue reading →

Holidays: Seven Tips to Set the Stage

Here are seven quick, easy tips to set the stage and the mood for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any occasion: Set a Great Table Let your dining table become the focal point. Even if you do very little decorating elsewhere, your table can set the entire mood for any occasion. Set the Mood with Music and Lighting Soft, soothing music floating gently through the air can help create a special ambience. Lighting can also play an important role. Keep entertaining areas bright, airy, and upbeat. Do Seasons instead of (or along with) Occasions You don’t have to have turkeys, pumpkins, dried … Continue reading →