COPPER CRAZE...

I have a natural affinity towards sparkly things and definitely anything gold and/or silver. But lately I've notice a trend away from those traditionally glam metallics and toward copper, with its warm luster and rich patina. Its showing up more in fashion and beauty...

Stephane Rolland

J Mendl

and in home decor, especially the kitchen...

So now that the copper craze is in high swing, its not just for the kitchen anymore. Copper is making an appearance in lighting, office accessories, furniture, etc. 

Pendant Lighting

Bathroom

Furniture

even on the outside of the home...

Entrance Gate

Patio Wall

Front Door

I always enjoy the warm glow of a rich copper finish. Next time, try it instead of the tried and true silver or gold. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised with the results.

In the meantime, happy trend spotting...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

xo

HOLIDAY DECORATING: WINTER WONDERLAND aka A WHITE CHRISTMAS...

It's that time of year to start thinking about the holiday season - at least for those of us who decorate homes and offices for the holidays.

One of my clients wants a Winter Wonderland using all white. Well, I love the challenge but I don't want the look to be sterile. So here are several important ideas I'll incorporate to achieve the look. They can be used whether the decorating style is traditional, contemporary or somewhere in between:

1. Use metallics especially silver. It adds dimension to white without adding obvious color... 

2. Use greenery, wherever possible, to add texture...

3. Use candles and/or lights to add sparkle and warmth...

4. If you are lucky enough to have a fireplace, go all out and pile it on (remember you want a winter wonderland). Use objects of different heights and groupings in odd numbers. It just looks better...

4. Don't forget to add decorations to your chandelier or light fixture...

5. And lastly, layer lots and lots and lots of ornamentation to your tree for a full, rich result. Here are some of my Christmas tree inspirations...

Wish me luck. In the meantime, happy trend spotting...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

xo

ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK...

Does life imitate art or is it vice versa?  Since the Pantone Institute dubbed Tangerine Tango the Color of the Year for 2012 and now the widely popular Netflix series, Orange Is The New Black has been nominated for multiple Emmy awards, it is a legitimate question (relatively speaking). 

Let's honor the ladies of Litchfield Correctional Facility by exploring the use of the "celebrated hue" in interior design. Since 2012, orange has made a meteoric rise in fashion as evident by top designers' lines from that year...  

Even two years later, one of the colors included in Pantone's top picks for 2014 is Celosia Orange. As always, interior design follows suit with trends in fashion. However, couture created with such a vibrant color can be fascinating but a whole orange room can be a bit overpowering. Just a touch of "citrus" may be enough to create a stimulating environment...

Mix orange with grays, taupes and whites for a sophisticated color palette. Don't be afraid to be bold and mix with it other strongly hued colors like reds, pinks and blues - just use in moderation. Consider adding touches of orange with key furniture pieces, pillows, lighting, accessories and artwork...

Jonathan Adler

DwellStudio

Houzz.com

Horchow

Ro Sham Beaux

Happy trend spotting...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy