 Fabric & Trim Trends - November 2008  |
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Modern Classics
New fabrics and trims mix neutrals and brights with updated traditional motifs and embellishments Home fashion textile resources are introducing new lines that feature a variety of style themes at the Showtime™ fabric market, which is produced by the International Textile Market Association and held Dec. 7-10, 2008 in High Point, NC. Classic seems to be the appropriate word to describe debuting designs that are seemingly ageless and transcend the image of traditional patterns as being old fashioned. Hawaiian, ikat and ethnic patterns have now become today’s classics. Joelle Sarette, marketing coordinator of Company C, reports that the company sees home textiles going into “traditional/classic patterns with a twist in beautiful, fresh colorways...we’re using organic and geometric prints with textures.” Martha Viall, design director of JLA Home Fabrics, says, “Modern is shifting as it mingles with traditional themes and the mixing is evident.” Rick Donoff, owner of The Walfab Company, reports, “We have gone with a more contemporary style that infuses classic 1970s ideas with bright bold colors and a mix of solids and textures.” While Cone Decorative calls its primary direction “modern,” its cue comes from global influences interpreted in clean designs with a soft edge. Robert Allen @ Home covers all sides with traditional, transitional, modern, ethnic and vintage influences with contemporary interpretations. Natural fibers and the ecology movement are important this season. Silver State Inc. introduces Alaxi Collection’s Nature’s Reflection group inspired by nature from florals to sparkling mica. Fabric resources are also emphasizing the cleanliness of the manufacturing process. Fabricut’s Environment Plus is manufactured under environmentally stringent procedures. The fabrics pass the Oeko-Tex Standard 100 test and MBDC’s Cradle to Cradle that certifies products as safe for human and environmental health. Lady Fabrics Corp. presents fabrics crafted in a certified ISO textile mill. Lady’s Naturally Intelligent Soft Touch and EcoLuxe fabrics are certified by Oeko-tex and 100 percent wool that can be recycled. Decorative touches, such as flocking and embroidery, also add texture. Softline uses both embroidery and flocking in its new line. Leather and leather looks are more interesting than ever. Toray Ultrasuede (America) Inc. introduces Torale Luxe Metallics, a faux leather look with a metallic finish. Townsend Leather presents real leathers that include pearlized finishes, embossed patterns, faux skin looks and metallic glazes. In color, neutrals are sparked with touches of bright color. Silver State reports that fashion statements such as orange, bronze and even chartreuse are used more in hospitality common areas. In trimmings, Samuel & Sons launches the Elysee Collection of fringes, cords, tiebacks and tapes. “The classic French style design is based on documented trims from the 19th century Elysee Palace in Paris,” says Sam Cohen, founder and president of Samuel & Sons. The collection is available in 11 colors. Also new is the Paddington Collection made with pure wool. Brimar’s Monaco Collection features dainty trimmings with interesting color combinations such as mango with pistachio or raspberry with key lime as well as neutrals. The Stratford Collection incorporates velvet and metallic details. D’Kei’s Chicago Collection mixes tradition with urban eclectic flare. The collection includes six trim styles in six colorways. Van Lathem uses unusual colors and elements. The Nouage orange tieback, opens up and clamps around drapery. Tango includes a tieback cord with magnetized disks to hold back drapery. Embellished Beauty
a. Textile Fabric Association, LLC, Fergie, cotton/linen/rayon ground with rayon embroidery. b. MDS Fabrics, Grape Vine, embroidered cotton base with viscose pile velvet. c. Softline Home Fashions Inc., Zino, polyester embroidered sheer. d. Fabricut, Soy Floral-F, linen/cotton with viscose embroidery. e. Softline Home Fashions Inc., Serafina Scroll, flocked polyester. Play On Circles
a. Cone Decorative, CJ 16982 Bukhara, rayon/cotton/poly. b. Robert Allen @ Home, Waldemere, cotton print. c. The Walfab Company, Gemmule Tangelo, polyester/polyacrylic jacquard. d. Cone Decorative, CJ 170127 Snow flower, rayon/cotton/polyester jacquard. Touch Of Shine
a. Fabricut, Gramercy-F&R, viscose/cotton jacquard. b. Silver State Inc., Adorn (Alaxi Collection), cotton/viscose/polyester/aluminum chenille woven. c. Gretchen Bellinger, It’s Cricket, silk jacquard. Today’s Classics
a. Regal Fabrics Inc., R-Key, polyester chenille jacquard. b. Big Kahuna Fabrics, Mai Tai, cotton print. c. Donghia, Fiamma, cotton/linen jacquard. d. Regal Fabrics Inc., R-Vinca, rayon/polyester chenille jacquard. e. J.F./Joanne, Winslow, recycled polyester/polyester/rayon dimensional jacquard. Striped Sensations
a. Robert Allen @ Home, Kukula, cotton printed stripe. b. Edgar Fabrics, Beringer, combed cotton woven ribbon stripe. c. HBF Textiles, Landscape, cotton/rayon/polyester woven stripe with light acrylic backing. d. The Walfab Company, Gelatin Melon, polyester/polyacrylic/cotton jacquard stripe. e. Company C, Pickering Stripe, cotton woven stripe. f. Silver State Inc., York, post-consumer polyester with Crypton Green finish. g. JLA Home Fabrics, Bohemian, polyester/rayon blend jacquard stripe. h. Motif Designs, Fab Como Stripe Black, solution-dyed woven striped outdoor fabric. The Impressionists
a. Textile Fabric Associates, LLC, Lush, polyester/rayon jacquard. b. Robert Allen @ Home, Kandar, 100% cotton. c. Ado, Eurohem, polyester washable print. d. Company C, Verona, cotton print. Leathers-Real And Faux
a. Townsend, leaf samples of real leather of all kinds-embossed, textured, colored solids. b. Silver State Inc. Mac Croc, PVC surface with polyester/cotton substrate. c. Townsend, Glamour Cowhide, cowhide leather. d. Toray Ultrasuede (Ametrica) Inc., Torale Luxe Metallic Style 5988, ultra microfiber polyester. e. HBF Textiles, Mineral, vinyl. f. Silver State Inc., Stingray, PVC surface with polyester/cotton substrate. Over The Top
a. Regal Fabrics Inc., R. Elkhorn, cotton/rayon/polyester jacquard matelassé. b. JLA Home Fabrics, Shina, rayon/polyester blend jacquard. c. Covington, Vauxhall, linen/rayon blend print. d. The Walfab Company, Global Melon, polyester/polyacrylic/cotton/nylon.
a. Van Lathem, metal and beaded tie back. b. D’Kei, Item G1102 4.5” trim alternating acrylic stones and tassel fringe in neutral gold/green. c. D’Kei, Item G0740 AK velvet ribbon with long wooden beads, flocked beads and metal components. d. Expo International, IR4480 CHM tassel fringe with beads, wood and flocked squares on chenille border. e. Expo International, IR4478 BKM ribbon fringe with touch of brass. f. Brimar, Botanica Collection, B92797 TGL wood beaded fringe.
a. Belagio, BF-1434-88/38 5" tassel fringe with crystal beads and cord frog details. b. Trimland USA, Fascination Collection Style 3950-1 Single tieback. c. Expo International, IR4474 BRM trim with mix of beads and ribbon pompoms. d. D'Kei, Item G0601 NY 2.25" ribbon and beaded loop fringe. e. Belagio, BF 1436-88/36 2.5" trim with crystal beads and cord top.
a. Van Lathem, purple/brown running trim. b. Samuel & Sons, The Paddington Collection, wool fringe trimming. c. Brimar, The Stratford Collection, ST45270/AGT 4" tassel fringe. Resources
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