Bringing the Indoors Out:  Upholstery is in—any piece of outdoor furniture that can be wrapped in fabric will lend a comfortable, indoorsy feel to outdoor furnishings. Ottomans are another trendy indoor-to-outdoor style, not only for putting up your feet, but also for use as extra seating during outdoor gatherings. Our custom poufs tie these two trends together to create the perfect outdoor accessory—versatile and comfortable, and customizable with a variety of durable, stain-resistant outdoor fabrics.

Mixing it Up:  Keep it eclectic—pair bold, vibrant colors with fresh, earthy tones to help customers cozy up their outdoor living space. Mingling solids with polka dots, stripes and paisleys adds depth and richness. Work with our design team to complete the look, creating unique designs with monogramming, trims and embellishments.

Getting Back to Nature:  Wood is the word—in particular, teak, cedar and wooden wicker will be the foundation for outdoor living this year. Accentuate the natural beauty of wooden seats and tables with custom-designed cushions, pillows and runners that are as stylish and comfortable as they are durable—then help your customers keep them looking good for years to come with our high-quality furniture covers.

COLOR TRENDS 2014

Linens, beiges and whites have consistently been the top sellers. Following those neutral staples were classic colors such as navy and red.  Rounding out the assortment were a few dramatic pop colors; coral, turquoise, and lime green.

#1.  Linens and Naturals
#2.  Whites
#3.  Blues – Navy and Indigo
#4.  Coral – Sangria
#5.  Rust – Brick
#6.  Turquoise – Aruba and Spa
#7.  Brown – Cocoa
#8.  Greens – Gingko and Jade
#9.  Grays – Fog and Charcoal
#10.  Red – Jockey Red
#11.  Oranges – Tuscan and Clementine

PATTERN TRENDS 2014

FLORALS: Bold, Impressionistic, Etched, Tropical, Geometric, Watercolor.  Florals consistently make their way into trends and this year was no exception. In particular, we saw artisan elements which included painting, stamping and hand renderings.

BOLD GEOS: High-Contrast, Clean & Simple, Primarily Two Color. Chevron, trellis, fret, quatrefoil, interlocking.

RETRO REVITALIZATION: 70’s and 80’s Bold Stripes with Strong Color Contrasts of Bright Orange, Electric Yellow, Fuchsia, and Black. Seeing designers pull from their archived fabric libraries. Hints of these patterns made their way into fabric designs this past season.

COASTAL CONNECTION: Navy & White Stripes and Patterns; Shells, Seahorses, Fish, Rope Details, Gold Accents. Escaping to a seaside retreat, even if it’s only in your backyard.

BIRDS: Vintage, Hand Painted, Contrasting, Geometric, Adding a Whimsical Touch.

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