To update your interior for the fall season, take cues from the runways of Paris, Milan, and New York. Fall 2011 is fertile ground for a host of fabulous trends that translate terrifically into fresh interiors — from luxe fur accents to Mad Men-inspired ’60s chic.
“Chase trends by purchasing smaller, less costly items such as throw pillows, rugs, or inexpensive art and paintings,” recommends decorator Lisa LaPorta of HGTV’s popular show Designed to Sell. “You’ll save money but still feel like your home is on-trend.”
So what purchases make the most impact when sprucing up your interiors for autumn? Embrace the following spot-on looks.
Brighten up
This year’s fall collections are rife with chunky sweaters, capes, and coats in neutrals like charcoal, pewter, putty, and British khaki. Moreover, high-fashion designers from Ralph Lauren to Rodarte are pairing these cool-weather staples with pops of hot hues.
“After years of ‘playing it safe,’ consumers are once again embracing color — in a big way,” says Laurie Pressman, vice president of fashion, home, and interiors at Pantone, the global color trend-tracking leader. “Vibrant, lively colors continue to make an impact on the world of fashion and design.”
On Sherwin Williams’ website, it’s simple to experiment with today’s bold paint colors and discover what collection of hues might work best in your home.
Sizzling shades for fall include citron, paprika, cobalt blue, and metallic. They bring allure to rooms in the form of lampshades, toss pillows, trays, bath towels, and more.
Fab furs
Whether farm-bred mink, nubby shearling, or faux leopard, fur exudes warmth and luxury. For this year’s fall collections, upscale designers like Marc Jacobs, Derek Lam, and Catherine Malandrino used fur trim on everything from swing coats, shrugs, and vests to cuffs and shoes.
Interior design has followed suit. Mainstream giants like Pottery Barn, West Elm, Restoration Hardware, and Z Gallerie now offer fur (mostly faux), often as throws and bedding. The textural quality of skins and furs makes it an instant eye-catcher.
Shimmer and shine
Sequins, crystals, and other sparkly embellishments hit the mainstream this fall, thanks to designers like Donna Karan and Philip Lim, in everything from motorcycle jackets to bib necklaces. A little shimmer is easy to add to your home, as well.
Look for glittery Boho-themed candles, sequined scarves to use as tiebacks, and mirrored accents including demilune tables at virtually every price point. Check out Horchow, Pier 1, IKEA, and Target.
Tailored tradition
Dressmaker details and top-notch tailoring will prove a fulsome foil to the sloppy slipcovers and boring swags or valances of seasons past. Look for button-backed sofas, ruched detailing on pillows, and nail heads in old-fashioned brass and sleek satin nickel. Atlanta-based designer Phoebe Howard, who also owns the Mrs. Howard and Max & Company shops in the Southeast, says she loves to have dust ruffles tailor-made for her clients.
“It is well worth the money to have one custom made and properly fitted for your bed,” she says. “I usually make dust ruffles 18 inches to 21 inches long, depending on the thickness of the mattress and the overall height of the bed…. If there is just a wood floor, make them one-eighth-inch off the floor. Always measure the box spring — there can be slight variations in standard sizes.”
Fall decorating for your home
To update your interior for the fall season, take cues from the runways of Paris, Milan, and New York. Fall 2011 is fertile ground for a host of fabulous trends that translate terrifically into fresh interiors — from luxe fur accents to Mad Men-inspired ’60s chic.
“Chase trends by purchasing smaller, less costly items such as throw pillows, rugs, or inexpensive art and paintings,” recommends decorator Lisa LaPorta of HGTV’s popular show Designed to Sell. “You’ll save money but still feel like your home is on-trend.”
So what purchases make the most impact when sprucing up your interiors for autumn? Embrace the following spot-on looks.
Brighten up
This year’s fall collections are rife with chunky sweaters, capes, and coats in neutrals like charcoal, pewter, putty, and British khaki. Moreover, high-fashion designers from Ralph Lauren to Rodarte are pairing these cool-weather staples with pops of hot hues.
“After years of ‘playing it safe,’ consumers are once again embracing color — in a big way,” says Laurie Pressman, vice president of fashion, home, and interiors at Pantone, the global color trend-tracking leader. “Vibrant, lively colors continue to make an impact on the world of fashion and design.”
On Sherwin Williams’ website, it’s simple to experiment with today’s bold paint colors and discover what collection of hues might work best in your home.
Sizzling shades for fall include citron, paprika, cobalt blue, and metallic. They bring allure to rooms in the form of lampshades, toss pillows, trays, bath towels, and more.
Fab furs
Whether farm-bred mink, nubby shearling, or faux leopard, fur exudes warmth and luxury. For this year’s fall collections, upscale designers like Marc Jacobs, Derek Lam, and Catherine Malandrino used fur trim on everything from swing coats, shrugs, and vests to cuffs and shoes.
Interior design has followed suit. Mainstream giants like Pottery Barn, West Elm, Restoration Hardware, and Z Gallerie now offer fur (mostly faux), often as throws and bedding. The textural quality of skins and furs makes it an instant eye-catcher.
Shimmer and shine
Sequins, crystals, and other sparkly embellishments hit the mainstream this fall, thanks to designers like Donna Karan and Philip Lim, in everything from motorcycle jackets to bib necklaces. A little shimmer is easy to add to your home, as well.
Look for glittery Boho-themed candles, sequined scarves to use as tiebacks, and mirrored accents including demilune tables at virtually every price point. Check out Horchow, Pier 1, IKEA, and Target.
Tailored tradition
Dressmaker details and top-notch tailoring will prove a fulsome foil to the sloppy slipcovers and boring swags or valances of seasons past. Look for button-backed sofas, ruched detailing on pillows, and nail heads in old-fashioned brass and sleek satin nickel. Atlanta-based designer Phoebe Howard, who also owns the Mrs. Howard and Max & Company shops in the Southeast, says she loves to have dust ruffles tailor-made for her clients.
“It is well worth the money to have one custom made and properly fitted for your bed,” she says. “I usually make dust ruffles 18 inches to 21 inches long, depending on the thickness of the mattress and the overall height of the bed…. If there is just a wood floor, make them one-eighth-inch off the floor. Always measure the box spring — there can be slight variations in standard sizes.”