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

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

CEILINGS: THE FIFTH WALL...

Nowadays designers are using an often forgotten jewel as a source for creativity - the fifth wall aka the CEILING. 

There are tons of options besides just paint to further the design aesthetic in a space and to create lots of visual interest and impact...

STRIPES

FUN OBJECTS

MEDALLIONS

WALLPAPER

COLOR BLOCK WITH PAINT

GOLD LEAF

CREATIVE LIGHTING

Have fun with and happy trend spotting...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

PHOTOS COURTESY OF ELLEDECOR.COM, HOUSEBEAUTIFUL.COM

PANTONE COLORS FOR SPRING 2014: CAYENNE...

Next up from the Pantone Color Report for Spring 2014 is CAYENNE. This intriguing hue is a wonderful blend of red and coral.

Of course fashion designers will enjoy adding a little extra flavor to neutrals with this lively hue:

Stella & Dot

As home decor follows fashion trends, interior designers will infuse their spaces with Cayenne especially when mixed with neutrals or the other pastels in this Spring's crop of color such as Sand, Paloma or even Hemlock:

Lee Industries

So here's to adding a little spice to your space. Happy trend spotting...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

SOME PHOTOS COURTESY OF ELLEDECOR.COM, HOUSEBEAUTIFUL.COM, PANTONE COLOR INSTITUTE.

PANTONE COLORS FOR SPRING 2014: CELOSIA ORANGE...

With most of the country experiencing record low temperatures, I figured maybe I should explore a hot topic today and by hot I mean in color. Continuing the orange trend from the previous seasons' reports for 2013 (Nectarine for spring and Koi for Fall), another vibrant hue from the Pantone Spring Color Report for 2014 is CELOSIA ORANGE...

Influenced by the flower, 

According to the Pantone Color Institute, "Celosia is an optimistic, spontaneous hue" which is a well-suited compliment to Violet Tulip and Paloma. Fashion designers are eagerly producing lively wares in this captivating color:

Gucci

Capri Chandelier Earrings by Stella & Dot

Of course, interior designers follow suit with Celosia accents and accessories to create great spaces:

Lampworks

Rug by Crate and Barrel

Here's to keeping warm. Happy trend spotting...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

PHOTOS COURTESY OF HOUSEBEAUTIFUL.COM, ELLEDECOR.COM, PANTONE COLOR INSTITUTE, CRATEANDBARREL.COM, LAMPWORKS.COM, STELLADOT.COM..