Go figure Lori Lester - 05/01/2007
Figural sculpture has always been a mainstay of artistic expression, and artists around the globe continue to reinterpret the human form. Demonstrating consumers' continuing fascination with all things foreign, tribal heads and mounted busts appear as reflections of exotic cultures. Abstract pieces omit features and play with proportion in unconventional takes on the body.
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Permanent Botanicals: Branching Out Lori Lester - 04/01/2007
Expanding the idea of what an arrangement can be, this innovative lineup sticks it to traditional floral groups. Whether twigs are incorporated as a rustic accent, or branches come to the forefront in these designs, it's clear botanicals aren't just about the blooms anymore.
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Permanent Botanicals: Blanched Blossoms Lori Lester - 04/01/2007
As spring approaches, it seems that subtly tinted whites, greenish-yellows and pale buttery hues have started sprouting up in clean, uncomplicated containers. Outgrowing the notion that bold colors and ornate vases make more of a statement, these simply striking arrangements are an effortless breath of fresh air.
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Top of Bed: Dream weavers Lori Lester - 03/01/2007
Sparked by a nostalgic, back-to-nature sentiment, designers are inspired by native cultural styles and embracing indigenous materials. Rustic bedding designs, inspired by traditional Navajo weaving, highlight the vibrant palette and rich textures of the old Southwest.
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Top of Bed: Creams of the crop Lori Lester - 03/01/2007
Creamy colors running the gamut from pristine white to taupes and warmer beiges seem to be cropping up everywhere lately, and top of bed designs are no exception. Neutrals serve as the perfect clean canvas for natural and eco-friendly materials like woven grasses and bamboo, while still providing a palette sophisticated enough to showcase intricate embroidery and beadwork.
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Design Directions - Tabletop: Table for blue Lori Lester - 02/01/2007
As a refreshing splash of color in a sea of neutrals, brilliant blues provide the perfect palette to complement the season's bird-inspired tabletop trend. Keep an eye out for vivid hues ranging from robin's egg to blue jay, with an emphasis on intense aqua and turquoise. Clay, Metal and Stone's turquoise Metro candle holders combine glass and aluminum for a dramatic result ($58 to $118).
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Design Directions - Tabletop: For the birds Lori Lester - 02/01/2007
What's the latest design trend taking flight? It looks like customers will be flocking to stores is search of tabletop accessories that pay homage to our feathered friends. Perching on classic or contemporary perches and every point in between, these playful pieces soar across the spectrum. all prices are suggested retail
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Bath & Body: Sugar with Spice Tracy Bulla - 01/01/2007
All things nice create a lineup of deliciously flavored bath, body and home fragrance essentials for spring. Timeless, tempting classics like vanilla, honey and sugar sizzle with sweet attraction, punched up with a kick of attitude for spice.
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Bath & Body: Little Black Presents Tracy Bulla - 01/01/2007
It's back — black is the new black in candles and home fragrance. Following recent tabletop trends, black lends an urbane edge and distinctive presence to scented accents. Black glass and ceramic containers present the ultimate in chic modernism, upcharging a category that has scaled new heights of sophistication in the past few seasons.
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Bath & Body: Exotic Escape Tracy Bulla - 01/01/2007
For those struck with insatiable wanderlust for the rich sights and smells of faraway cultures, the solution is as simple as lighting a candle and breathing in. Intriguing, complex scents instantly transport to worlds of exotic flowers and fruit. No passport required, a round-the-world jaunt of heady fragrance begins in the Mediterranean and ends in the Maldives.
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Bath & Body: Orange Blossoms Tracy Bulla - 01/01/2007
Welcome spring with a fresh crop of sunny citrus bath and body products. The revitalizing fragrances of orange, tangerine and mandarin give the senses a lift, while the packaging is pretty enough for any room in the house. Upbeat and tantalizing, the overall result is just juicy.
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Barware: Gorgeous Glassware Tracy Bulla - 12/01/2006
Party-pretty glasses debut with an eye to sipping in style. Sophisticated shapes, jewel tones and lush patterns add just enough detail to take the classic cocktail to spectacular stems.
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Barware: Alluring Accessories Tracy Bulla - 12/01/2006
Eye-popping accents stock the bar this season with the emphasis firmly on chic. Decorative trays, wine stoppers and ice buckets boast animal prints and lavishly shimmering metallics to amp up the glam and glitz.
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Pet Stuff: VintagePrep Tracy Bulla - 11/01/2006
Nostalgic, retro designs influence the newest looks for design-conscious dogs and cats. A primary-bright palette sets the stage for vintage motifs and cleanly appealing styles that are both functional and fashionable.
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Pet Stuff: Paw-fectly Posh Tracy Bulla - 11/01/2006
The newest pet accessories travel the luxury route, packing plenty of style in diminutive form. Exotic patterns, lush fabrications and sherbet-inspired scoops of color hit the mark with fashionable flair.
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Design Directions - Pillows: Global Gypsy Tracy Bulla - 10/01/2006
Take a whirlwind world tour while perusing the latest trends in decorative pillows. Spanning the globe from St. Petersburg to Sweden, these pretty pillows share a penchant for the exotic blended with a bit of folksy charm. While the sensibility is rooted in an ethnic vibe, these pillows are chic and elegant enough to suit even the most sophisticated of tastes.
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Design Directions - Pillows: Swiss Bliss Tracy Bulla - 10/01/2006
Decorative pillows take a cue from Switzerland with neutral hues hot on the horizon. Miles away from plain vanilla, subtle shades revel in sultry sophistication by blending notes of ivory, espresso and ink. Inspired texture and powerful prints pop with a rich allure that takes the place of color.
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Design Directions--Global Gypsy Tracy Bulla - 10/12/2006
Take a whirlwind world tour while perusing the latest trends in decorative pillows. Spanning the globe from St. Petersburg to Sweden, these pretty pillows share a penchant for the exotic blended with a bit of folksy charm. While the sensibility is rooted in an ethnic vibe, these pillows are chic and elegant enough to suit even the most sophisticated of tastes.
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Mirrors - Shape Shifters Tracy Bulla - 09/01/2006
Mirrors take on artistic leanings this season with striking shapes that go far beyond rounds and rectangles. Look for botanical, abstract and starburst motifs to pump up the panache. all prices are suggested retail
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Mirrors - Natural Instincts Tracy Bulla - 09/01/2006
Shells, bark and bamboo update mirrors with a little sass and sophistication. The more decorative the treatment, the greater the visual pop. all prices are suggested retail
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