Trend Flash is one of many exclusive benefits for Members of The Trend Curve’s subscriber family. In this edition, Editorial Correspondent Julie Smith Vincenti shares her top-line trends from the Ambiente trade fair in Frankfurt, Germany.
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COLOR
- Lavender, lilac, mulberry hues were in full bloom
- Ripe accents: Rosehip red and Berry pink
- Greens cooled
- Regal yellows, reds ruled in traditional collections
- Art Deco and geometrics favored gold
- Black edging enhanced casual white collections
- Emerging: Fiery brights
TEXTURE & FORM
- Weaves and delicate floral reliefs whispered elegance, charm
- Rough stuff: Slate and shale textures emerged
- Oblong, oval and shell shapes prevalent
- Smart casual collections stacked up
- Angled-rim stemware encouraged multi-sensory appreciation
- Mouth-blown glassware became lighter and finer
ICONS AND PATTERNS
- Avians dominated new patterns, while snakes were up-and-comers
- Menswear-inspired surface designs delighted on porcelain, ceramic, glass
- Vintage embroidery looks had incoming status
- Archive dive: Lavish florals, tapestries, historic bird illustrations
- Linear brushstrokes emerged to challenge watercolor designs
- Water patterns moved inland: sand, sea foam, shells inspired patterns and colorways
- Retro throwback: Festive tiki heads