Rope Study: in Natural and White from Natural Curiosity
The Year of Pretty
The NYIGF ended earlier today in a most positive note. And that isn’t necessarily because the fair was set aside as being particularly exciting, but rather it was because the materials on display were aesthetically pleasing and comfortably safe to unwind with. Natural fibers such as abaca, wool, hemp, jute, and sisal were seen as strong trends throughout the show. At one point, I saw so much jute, I thought I was transported to a street fair at The Philippines.
On Monday afternoon, I ran into interior designer, and former contributing editor at Elle Decor, Elaine Griffin, while I was at Pier 94. Elaine shared with me some of the trends that she noticed from this closely watched gift fair. “Most of the trends that we saw today were launched last year, and so this year, they’re playing catch up. These are not necessarily new.” So I had to ask, what’s new?
“We’re seeing raw wood, and geometric patterns everywhere. Mind you, this trend was already launched last year, but it is now expending into fabrics, rugs, and furniture. Colors such as yellow, green are just exploding! I think that green is still a very popular, and important color. Overall, what we’re seeing is a lot of pretty at this fair. This is the year of pretty because in a time of economic uncertainty, people want pretty. The vendors want something that is going to sell, and pretty is safe.”
From the 2013 summer collection – A chic and colorful clutch from Mary y Sol.
All of their products are handmade in Madagascar
Home and fashion designs Flora Bella
Graphic patterns such as these were seen everywhere at the show, from hand towels, boxes, furniture, to even water bottles
The Condotti collection from Dransfield & Ross can deliver a dreamy, fairytale-like atmosphere to any bedrooms. This princess duvet was too splendid for words. The blue ribbons threaded with the linen fabric made it just that more special
A few of my favorite things from Hancock baskets
Vintage warmth: Peggy Fisher’s bag from Hancok Baskets
A natural choice: Perfect little summer clutch from the folks at Mar y Sol
Bringing the outdoors in. A strong theme at the NYIGF
This simple graphic brought a nostalgic feeling to a plain, otherwise unmemorable bag. The splash of red did add to its appeal – to be sure
Rope me in: These natural and aesthetically pleasing accessories are great for some home decoration – on a budget
Pleasure meeting Fabrice Philippe, of Teo Jasmin. Fabrice is a famous French designer to the stars. His various fun and trendy bags are household names among celebrities like Paris Hilton, and Brad Pitt. Also, think of gift bags at The Oscars, and the Bafta awards. The popular bags depict various English bulldogs in stylish attire, which are quickly making wave in the US market
Unique, natural furniture and lighting accessories from the Design Group
Graphic designs, from furniture to table trays were seen just about everywhere at the fair
Rani Arabella
Images courtesy High End Weekly
