Top of the lines Lori Lester - 07/01/2007
Always fresh while retaining timeless appeal, clean, crisp stripes consistently top the style lineup. Whether incorporated into a three-dimensional, hand-carved design or standing alone, these bold bands of color provide maximum impact.
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Breaking with tradition Lori Lester - 07/01/2007
Thanks to an emerging group of chic "modern traditional" rug designs, the latter word is no longer synonymous with overly formal Oriental styles. Enlarged damask and Art Nouveau-inspired motifs extend in all directions, unconfined by borders. Monochromatic and two-toned palettes of stone grays, with shots of black and cream, define the less fussy, contemporary slant, while retaining classic app...
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Mesmerizing motifs Lori Lester - 07/01/2007
Circular designs swirl, waves ripple and tight, linear patterns appear to undulate underfoot. By creating a strong sense of movement, the latest optical rug offerings are guaranteed to have customers falling under their hypnotic spell.
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Accent Tables: Stone cold stunners Lori Lester - 06/01/2007
Stone, the foundation of architecture and sculpture since the awe-inspiring achievements of ancient Greece, is quickly becoming a prominent feature in rock-solid table designs that are works of art in their own right. From elegant marble to industrial cement slabs to fossilized wood, this versatile material offers an endless array of options guaranteed to stand the test of time.
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Accent Tables: Urban renewal Lori Lester - 06/01/2007
With all age groups, from young professionals to retirees, returning to city centers in droves, the obsession with all things urban is starting to show up in accent pieces. Unrefined materials like iron and stainless steel are gaining ground on polished woods, as open frameworks with exposed screws mimic the industrial look popular in downtown lofts.
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Accent Tables: Natural wonders Lori Lester - 06/01/2007
Equal parts ecological and stylish, with a pinch of exoticism, these of-the-moment accent table offerings have something for everyone. Bunched and bundled bases breathe new life into raffia, while evoking sultry locales. Wound abaca brings a new twist to tabletops, and seagrass is as refreshing as an ocean breeze.
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New relics Lori Lester - 05/01/2007
With preservation practices such as adaptive reuse and resource reclamation increasingly part of the mainstream vernacular, it was only a matter of time before the accessories industry began casting historic artifacts in a new light as well. Reclaimed railroad ties and fence posts blur the line between form and function, while faux animal remnants imitate the allure of ancient relics.
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Wall décor talk with CAS.
Jenny Heinzen York of Home Accents Today and Lisa Choate of CAS talk wall décor and how retailers can use it to maximize square footage and margins and create an emotional connection with their customers. See the video.
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