2013 Home decorating trends

Now that most of us have adjusted into the New Year, it is time to start thinking about trends. Every year has its featured must have items and 2013 will not be the exception. Here are some 2013 decorating trends you may want to consider for your home.

{COLOR GUIDE}

  • Electric charged hues like lime greens, bright yellows and fuchsias will re-energize any home. Introduce them in textiles and small table accents.
  • Emerald green is an elegant choice and also the 2013 Color of the Year
  • Nudes and soft pastels allows for a more whimsical approach to design

{METALLICS}

We love a good metallic (great way to add texture to a space) and love the emphasis on gold. Introduce the luxely acquainted finish throughout your home with decoratives, serveware and bedroom accents.

{FUN AND FANCIFUL ACCESSORIES}

  • Lucite/crystal
  • Feathers
  • Art Deco/Hollywood glam (can use lucite and geometrical accents)

{GARDEN BLISS}
Florals will play an important part in the 2013 home through prints, patterns and arrangements. Expect for patterns to be bigger and in your face. Use them in textiles, wallpaper and art.

{PRINTS AND PATTERNS}

  • Tribal prints
  • Literal animals (think elephants and dogs)
  • Geometric and symmetrical patterns (stripes are huge)
  • Geometric and symmetrical patterns (stripes are huge)
  • Literal animals (think elephants and dogs)
  • Tribal prints
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