PANTONE COLOR OF THE YEAR FOR 2015: MARSALA...

This is the time of year when color enthusiasts aka designers are very excited about something other than holiday decorating. Once again, the Pantone Institute has announced its Color for the Year. For 2015, its MARSALA...

Not to be confused with cranberry or burgundy, this rich hue is a deep red with brown undertones. 

Here's what the Pantone Institute had to said about Marsala:

"The impactful, full-bodied qualities of Marsala make for an elegant, grounded statement color when used on its own or as a strong accent to many other colors.

Much like the fortified wine that gives Marsala its name, this tasteful hue embodies the satisfying richness of a fulfilling meal while its grounding red-brown roots emanate a sophisticated, natural earthiness.

Add elegance to any room by incorporating this rich and welcoming hue in accent pieces, accessories and paint. Marsala’s plush characteristics are enhanced when the color is applied to textured surfaces, making it an ideal choice for rugs and upholstered living room furniture."

Of course we'll see Marsala in fashion and beauty...

Donna Karan

Ettika Plum

Gianvito Rossi

Gucci

Tom Ford Velvet Cherry

Nars Blush in Amour

Since interior design follows fashion trends, Marsala will have a presence in home accessories and interiors as well...

Bowl by Import Collections

Ottoman by Zazzle.com

The warmth of this hue happily mixes well with neutrals like Glacier Gray and Toasted Almond and spices up colors like Custard and Aquamarine, other colors on the Spring Color Forecast for 2015 (see my post dated November 10th). I look forward to seeing what's to come in both fashion and interiors. 

So in honor of the Color of the Year the next time you want to try something new, maybe mix it up with a little Marsala - either for cooking or drinking. Enjoy!

Happy trend spotting...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

xo

THRIFTY THURSDAY - AFFORDABLE WINDOW TREATMENTS...

Window treatments can make (or break) a room. Without them, a space can feel bare or unfinished.  They can surely make a statement or be a feature in a space.  Thankfully with the internet, there are so many stylish and, more importantly, affordable window treatment options for any style space. Many retailers and big box stores sell curtains and have an even larger selection and range of lengths on their website.

Here are my Top 5 Online Resources for Window Treatments and some of my favorite options:

Ikat Key - $39/panel

Scribble - $39/panel

Zigzag - $39/panel

Dot Lattice Linen & Embroidery - $25/panel

Banded Faux Silk - $30/panel

Fretwork Linen & Embroidery - $25/panel

Jacquard Plume in Peacock - $45/panel

Geometric Grommet in Black Flocked - $50/panel

Blythe Colorblock in Sage Linen - $45/panel

Draped Shade - $39

Electric Chevron - $49/panel

Scallop Scale - $29/panel

Channel Sheers - $45/panel 

Vienna Faux Dupioni Silk - $90/panel

Geo - $35/panel

So let's update those windows with some new style, just in time for the holidays. In the meantime, happy trend spotting...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

2014 HAMPTON DESIGNER SHOWHOUSE...

If you're spending time in the Hamptons this summer, enjoy some fine design while supporting a good cause and stop by the Hampton Designer Show House. Presented by Traditional Home Magazine, the showhouse features the work of more than 20 top interior designers with proceeds benefitting Southampton Hospital.

The showhouse starts Sunday, July 20th and runs through Labor Day, September 1st. Click here for details.

Since I'm about two hours away, I'll be making a day trip to visit at some point and will report back. Hope to see you there. In the meantime, happy trend spotting...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

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