Trends for 2013

There are some really great trends predicted for 2013.  I love poring through the January shelter magazines and seeing what's expected in the upcoming year.  Some of my faves include:

Brass

Seriously, I did not think I would be a fan of this trend but seeing it take form in some lovely light fixtures has persuaded me to want to try it.

Rowan Pharmacy Task Floor Lamp - Antique Brass - Restoration Hardware

Computer generated photo-realist fabrics

This trend is easily added through the use of pillows and I've already seen it appear in several shops.

Woodtype Cushion - by LazySuzan on Etsy

High-gloss

Looks fantastic in brightly saturated hues.

Latitude Slate Blue/Grey Low Dresser - CB2

Emerald

It's the Pantone colour of the year so you'll start seeing it everywhere!

Emerald Toile Solomon's Seal - Chintz & Company

Materials that look vintage

Think slate, weathered concrete and crackle-glazed tiles

Emser Tile - Cristallo Crackle Willow Green - South Cypress

Store Love - Chintz & Company

Chintz & Company (1238 - 11th Ave SW) has everything you could ever want for a well-designed home.  Lighting, furniture, textiles, silk flowers and accessories can be found throughout the store's three floors.  What I really like about this store are the varying styles represented by the products available so it's perfect for almost anyone.

Accessories are organized by colour/style 

Silk flowers (and a familiar mirror behind them)

Lots of glassware to choose from 

Love the paint tray/platter

Great leaf vases 

Wonderful art to choose from 

Love these unique globes

An overwhelming amount of goodies to look at

Amazing pendant lights in so many different styles

Drapery hardware (and are those Tribbles?) 

Luxurious bedroom vignette with a show-stopping chandelier 

Great fabric choices for draperies, upholstery and pillows

These pillows come in crazy colours and are very, very soft 

Lovely trim options

Still in Paradise

Enjoying my last few days in Maui before I head back home to winter.  Aloha!

Happy Birthday...

... to me!   Spending the day in paradise.

Image by Naomi Rose