Home Accents Today is offering an inside look at the most recent product designs to hit the various summer markets.
-- Home Accents Today, 6/1/2008
Home Accents Todayis offering an inside look at the most recent product designs to hit the various summer markets, beginning with Dallas this month. The following pages include an alphabetical listing by company of the latest introductions, as well as a list of shows for each vendor. We will publish more of these listings in our July and August issues to correspond with our vendors’ show schedules.
— Copy written by Angela Heck, Jenny Heinzen York and Lindsey Strader.
Abbiamo Tutto debuts two tableware patterns this season. Marina is an Italian ceramic collection in white with classic botanical imagery in china blue ($12 to $72). The Arabesco Collection is inspired by designs used in ancient Rome and includes traditional tabletop pieces as well as serveware and bakeware ($72 to $110).
Two new wall clock designs are introduced this season. The Vintage arm clock uses a scrolling, patinated body to hold a double-faced, antique-style clock ($63). The Cleveland Watch Company clock uses a more simple style to re-create an antique ($53).
The Huntington bedding ensemble is a rich traditional design featuring a platinum medallion fabric, accented by chenille stripe, chocolate herringbone and velvet ($1,550, queen). Also new is Rhapsody, a transitional group with a scarlet matelasse, accented by a milk-multi-color stripe, prism paisley and textured chartreuse silk ($1,350, queen).
A set of four dog giclees debuts, taken from antique book plates, with cheetah print linen mats and mirrored bronze frames ($199 each). Night on the Town, a set of four fashion sketches, depict brilliantly colored evening dresses matted with a black and white print and framed in black ($199 each). Also new is a reproduction of a hand-stitched map of the U.S. with a corrugated mat and wood frame ($329). A set of four antique wallpaper patterns in sepia and silver tones are framed with printed linen and silver box frames ($329 each).
The inspiration of the sea influences a new accent table design, with a shell-shaped top, sea-life motif and coral-shaped base in antique gold and silver leaf ($429). Two tray tables also debut: The Cherry Blossom table is finished in ebony with a hand-painted cherry blossom motif ($330), and the Tranquility table in crackled wood with painted birds and fruit trees ($265).
A convex mirror with fleur and scroll designs debuts, accented with metal and finished in blue ($60). An octagonal bamboo table with a light honey finish is introduced ($110). Also new are the Antoinette table lamp, a metallic table lamp and a hurricane floor lamp ($120 to $390).
Shows: Atlanta, Las Vegas, California, Dallas, New York
A variety of colorful leaves stand out against a chili red background in the new Foliage rug of 100% hooked wool ($935, 6x9). Other rug designs include Verona, an oversize floral in three colorways, with coordinating bedding available. Several pillows are introduced, including Flame, an ikat-inspired design of bright cotton colors ($78); Italian Fern, made of 100% embroidered silk in three colorways ($78); and Jewels, a pair of quilted designs in jewel shapes ($125 each).
The wrought iron wall sconce from the Primrose Collection has a hand-painted silver leaf finish. Flower, leaf and grain detailing and crystal beading all accentuate its look ($279).
The Bohemia chandelier combines modern elements with classic touches to create a versatile six-light design in antique brass and clear crystal ($1,970). The Zelda table lamp exhibits distinctive Deco flare with its black and white porcelain base and champagne box-pleat shade with black trim ($490).
Two table lamps from the elegantly styled Collage Collection will debut. Acrylic Scroll is 34 inches, while Arcylic Papyrus Leaf stands at 32 inches. Both lamps are highly detailed and have a clear acrylic center pillar ($269 each).
Spirit Candles debut, unscented white pillar candles with abstract bronze sculptures hidden inside that are revealed after burning ($40). Also new are the Doodles Hudson lanterns, hand-crafted designs made of twisted and bent wire ($15 to $100).
Shows: Dallas, Atlanta, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York
New lighting fixtures include the Monte Carlo S-bracket, made of iron and evoking a Mediterranean appeal ($1,500). The Vineyard chandelier showcases real wine bottles, and the shades can be personalized with wine labels ($1,500). Putti is a reproduction wall sconce of a cherub holding a candle ($250).
The Remington mirror shakes it up by mixing hair-on hide and sleek metal ($450). The Remington square ottoman and the Remington adjustable stool will also debut this season with their classic contemporary looks ($350, ottoman; $300, stool). The modular Provence desk has several pieces: the desk, a side return and a hutch ($1,095 to $2,395). Using reclaimed teak and slats from antique doors, the asymmetrical Borobudur wine cabinet is both eco-friendly and stylish ($895).
An image from the Romantic Ballet Collection is an antique reproduction, available with a double matting option ($550). Also from the Romantic Ballet, a masked male dancer strikes a pose within a triple matting option ($700). Dried flowers float on capiz shell, all surrounded by a triple mat in green, khaki and then cream and framed with a silver-green frame ($350). Gallery Gallery is also debuting several 3-D carvings of architectural detailing ($450).
There are two introductions from the Mary Carol Home Collection: a vintage inspired mirror with two taper candle holders ($125) and the Merry Mary tabletop collection, a vintage Christmas porcelain plate and charger set ($40).
His Hands adds a line of Western-inspired home decor, including the Cowboy Country stone plaque, as well as a line of vinyl wall quotes and monograms that attach easily and look like hand-painting.
The new Heirloom Collection is made up of 300-thread-count sateen sheets, cotton/linen yarn-dyed jacquard bedding, sateen comforter and cotton jacquard woven matelasse blanket — all in calm taupe and cream tones. The new sable colorway of the 100% Bamboo Collection debuts this season; the bamboo fiber is soft, anti-bacterial and eco-friendly.
Leaf, one of four new Silhouette sconces new this summer, has a sculpted front plate that allows a wash of light to flow outward and from its sides, with colored glass inserts and different finish options available ($679). The table and accent lamps from the Formae collection have a graceful parabolic arch shape and are hand-forged and come with several finish and shade options ($595, table lamp; $495, accent lamp). A pair of table lamps from the Dyad Collection feature solid hardwood ash in espresso nested in contrasting planes of heavy steel ($530 to $618).
The Rustica ceramic urn has classic styling and a distressed finish ($148). A brightly colored wine dispenser debuts ($355). The lemon basket tray ($248) and an old white cachepot ($285) are also introduced. All pieces are handmade and hand-painted majolica ceramic from Italy.
Summer fern pillows from the Signature Collection all depict a different variety of fern. Made from 100% silk, the fern design and flange are a deep green with a contrasting cream background ($100 each).
A variety of holiday-themed candles debuts, including Tannenbaum and Noel, green and red scented candles, respectively, with Christmas and other seasonal motifs adorning the glass jars ($30 to $50).
Time Wounds All Heels, according to this playful turquoise and chocolate pillow with the polka-dot of the shoe mimicked on the back fabric. Le Coq Monsieur is a whimsical French rooster, depicted on a tapestry throw and pillow from designer April Cornell ($50, throw; $38 pillow). Other new throws include What’s Brewing?, a coffee-themed design ($45), and Flora and Fauna, a black and red damask in a chic botanical pattern ($29).
Girlfriends is a giclee on paper from artist M. Allison Sacra, double-matted in suede and framed in a contemporary pecan wood molding ($239). French Orange Study includes two hand-colored etchings of orange tree branches from artist A. Risso, framed in distressed country walnut and double-matted ($229 each).
This Parker Place pendant was inspired by turn-of-the-century lighting with a brushed steel or dark bronze finish and pearl glass shades that are enclosed on the bottom for a softer glow ($459). An open “cage” chandelier from the Barnard Collection debuts, with custom scallop tubing creating classic European styling ($599). With its open fretwork and graceful curves, the Bernadette Collection is reminiscent of opulent 16th century lighting ($559). Two pieces from the transitional Casual Luxury Collection also debut — a four- and a six-light pendant fixture ($399 and $699).
The French Connection Collection debuts, including New Zealand pine lamps such as the Francoise, using a linen shade and European-style wiring ($260). Also in the new collection are Fallow deer antlers, a pair of faux antlers affixed to a black base and standing 30 inches tall ($230). Four-inch boxwood balls are the newest additions to the company’s line of preserved greens ($22 each).
The circular pecan wood body of the Moonglow table lamp encircles an opal glass globe, all topped by a soft white linen shade ($225). A Moonglow accent lamp is also available ($188). Magnetic, a compelling wall decor piece, has alternating shiny and matte disks that radiate out from its center to create a sleek, sparkling effect ($438). The Acropolis floor and accent lamp feature a Greek key pattern in warm brown wood with brushed nickel accents ($400, floor lamp; $225, accent lamp). Another wall decor piece called Infinite Way and a pair of geometric-inspired table lamps called Pearson and Trina also debut.
An arched three panel fireplace screen has detailed metalwork and a burnished gold finish ($200). Also new this season are a fleur de lis metal tray table with a bronze finish ($180) and a hand-painted wall panel in a red crackle finish ($500).
From the Claudia Collection, a hand-painted porcelain lamp features a lacquer finish in shades of gold and pomegranate with a metallic gold box-pleated shade ($355).
A red and coral scallop shell stands out against a blue coral background in a new pillow design from Peking Handicraft ($36). Other new hook pillow designs include King Crown, a black and white design, and Box Turtle, both made of 100% cotton and wool ($36 each). Yellow bird is a needlepoint pillow with a colorful bird against a yellow and white background, designed by D.L. Rhein ($36). A pair of 3x4 hook rugs also debut in pink and blue colorways ($100 each).
Several new accent table designs are added this season, including Portuguesa, a hand-painted wood end table with a single drawer and a crackle finish ($658). The scrolling Lisbon table is hand-covered in leather and accented with chrome studs ($1,400). A classic hand-painted botanical motif adorns the Bellini table, with a round top and curved door and drawer ($689).
Several accent chests are introduced, including a zebra striped design hand-lacquered with inlaid broken eggshell. A contemporary square chest is hand-finished in antique silver leaf with three lightly distressed Eglomise glass drawer faces and glass knobs. A brown marble top and antique silver or gold leaf adorn a three-drawer bombe chest with hammered metal pulls. A coordinating mirror also is available.
The Blue Eyes bedding ensemble debuts from the 1891 by Sferra division, incorporating red, blue and gold cotton and linen in a variety of prints and textures ($1,580, queen set). Mai Tai serves up a tropical punch with a bold floral duvet cover, green matelasse coverlet and shams, and floral trimmed sheets ($1,699, queen set).
Sia goes glam this season with new additions to the Sophisticated Atmosphere Collection, including the Quartz glass candelabra with a beaded garland ($135) and a black faux fur throw with flocked back ($110).
The Black Butler tray uses a black lacquer finish on a removable wood tray and bamboo-inspired legs. Two other styles of tray tables also debut this season.
The Billiard Stack lamp from the Trophy Room Collection displays a stem made of real billiard balls ($146). Several other lamps from the Trophy Room Collection including the Mathewson, the Wagner, the Vintage Pig Skin and the Hornsby are also introduced, celebrating various sports and pastimes ($158 to $172).
New floral and botanical arrangements include Treasure Trove of Tulips, a marriage of red tulips and pine garland in a stone vase ($83), as well as Rustic Revelations, an evergreen wall swag with a playful grapevine deer ($88). Metal Mania is a 30-inch all-weather metal wall plaque with a swirl of votive holders in a leaf design ($72).
Shows: Atlanta, Las Vegas, Dallas, Chicago, Los Angeles
The Geometrics double sconce has triangular blown glass shades with a tinge of amber and a sleek modern stainless steel body. The entire piece is made in the United States.
The decorative Aretha mirror features an aged gold finish with a light gray glaze, matching rosettes and antiqued mirrors ($537). Also new is the Kenya accent lamp, which is made of metal with a heavily antiqued champagne leaf finish with a dark gray wash, burnished edges and dark brown details ($372). The lamp is topped with a metal shade finished in antiqued silver leaf with burnished edges. A set of two frameless oil reproductions, titled Provencal Village, feature a hand-applied crackle finish with an antique wash ($447).
Featuring sepia toned images from Europe that have been screen-printed on the bottom of glass, the decorative wood and glass trays have metal handles in aged matte black with golden ball accents ($80, set of two). Also being introduced is a set of two metal and capiz shell bowls ($115, set of two). A new amber glass and metal table lamp, topped with a cream silk drum shade, showcases a pattern resembling tortoiseshell ($235).
Shows: Atlanta, Las Vegas, Dallas, Los Angeles, Chicago
The Lizzie lamp has an earth brown crackle finish and features two gecko accents and a tan suede lampshade ($125). The funky Sassy Cassie lamp has a porcelain pyramid cylinder base with a hand-painted metallic weave finish and a square shade ($105). For the more traditionally minded, the Knight Bird Sings lamp has a hand-painted bird motif on its porcelain base and is topped by a russet tone-on-tone shade ($105).
Shows: Dallas, Atlanta, Las Vegas
All prices are suggested retail. See Editorial Sources on page 117 for more information.
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