The Fall furniture market is just behind me. It is always such a thrill to see all the new introductions, furniture, fabrics, accessories and rugs. No where in the world is there a furniture market as large and as varied as High Point, N.C. Buildings spread out for miles, furniture and accessories from everywhere in the world, old enormous vendors and new baby businesses blooming. It is always a shot in the arm for new ideas and excitement.
This market was colorful. Yeah to the demise of beige beige beige! Red and Orange were everywhere, in fabrics and accessories. There was also alot of purple and aqua visible. Shots of lime were injected as well to add some more fun!
Reclaimed wood furniture was everywhere, from quiet wood countryish tones to colorful tones of aquas, reds and rusts. Designers reinvented old product in new stains and colors! One chair manufacturer now does their frames in any color of Benjamin Moore paint, fantastically fun!!! Linen finishes have made a comeback as well as goatskin and shagreen. Comfortable casual reigned in the upholstery intros. Contemporary still strong but heavy Tuscan has a much lessened importance.
Fantastic accessories were everywhere! The Phillips Collection had the most dramatic showing for me with beautiful furniture made of rejected wood from manufacturing, dramatic indoor fountains, and beautiful silver accessories.
So stay tuned as all these wonderful new products hit stores, websites, and design studios. The fun will be yours as well.
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