Color Palette
Ombre Obsession
We are O.B.S.E.S.S.E.D with the ombre trend, from hair dye gradients, to dip dyed upholstery fabrics, this look is so fresh and on trend we just can’t stand it! By definition, ombre means: shaded or graduated in tone. The origin of the word ombré: French past participle of ombrer, is, to shade. Although it’s been around for a while, the ombre trend is still going strong and there are so many ways to incorporate this funky trend into your everyday life…from fashion, to beauty…ombre hair, lips or nails can make a real statement… In home decor, D.I.Y projects of multicolored vibrant stripes, ombre wall paint techniques, or a staircase with color gradient from … Continue reading Ombre Obsession
The Colors of Mexico
Hola! Feeling inspired after returning from a wonderful family vacation in Mexico, I have once again fallen in love with color, and find it’s best when infused with an ethnic flavor… I love the combination of handcrafted wood furnishings, either vintage or new, off set with vibrant colored accessories, woven rugs and hand embroidered tapestry pillows and textiles. Use colorful cactus as centerpieces, sew on Mexican pattered trims on pillows and use colorful woven Mexican blankets to re-upholster your favorite chairs… any way you choose to infuse this colorful, eclectic decor style into your life, the promise is that you’ll feel whisked away to your favorite exotic Mexican destination every … Continue reading The Colors of Mexico
Spring Pastels
We are SO in love with the fresh rainbow of pastel shades still dominating Spring and Summer runways this year! We can’t get enough of the baby blues, soft pinks, lavender, mint and peach hues chosen by top design houses as the “IT” trend of 2014. The go to color resource for designers, Pantone, explains this hot trend in detail here: http://www.pantone.com/pages/fcr/?pid=3&season=spring&year=2014 With so many inspiring pastel pics to choose from, here are some we feel best show how this trend should be done… from fashion to home decor. We love mixing in vintage pieces for a feminine retro look, or add warm wood accents for a decidedly more organic take … Continue reading Spring Pastels
Inspiration to Creation
Fashion inspiration to home decor creation. Inspiring aqua, black and white style… re-created in ModShop showroom vignettes. Bold, graphic black & white, accented with fresh pops of aqua hued accessories. Art, pillows, rugs and ceramic…embellish your space today with this inspiring color palette to create a chic, trendy space.
Color Trend Alert!: Navy & Black
Once considered a fashion NO NO! Pairing black and navy was considered something that should never be done. We say, never say never! That old wives tale is a thing of the past. Always do what you’re told not to, at least when it comes to being fashion forward and driving design direction… Recently trendsetters from all walks of life have been pairing these 2 staple neutral shades together to create dramatic looks. From the runway, to the streets, this hot trend is a must for what’s left of winter…Deep, dark, rich tones of cobalt, navy, midnight and black, combined to create dramatic, sultry interior decor and sophisticated, chic spaces. Here’s … Continue reading Color Trend Alert!: Navy & Black
