CoCo Designs on AM NW, Sept. 2011

Story Published: Aug 31, 2011 at 9:20 AM PDT

Local Interior Designer Lora Coburn joined us today to tell us what's hot and what's not for Fall home decor.  You'll find more information from Lora on her blog.

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Trend 1: Red

• Adds instant energy and grabs attention
• Use for bold accents with neutrals for contrast

Trend 2: Polka Dots

• Use in moderation with accent pieces, accessories, etc.
• Black and white combo seams to be most widely used
• Keep it simple

Trend 3: Phlox (fancy name for a shade of purple)

• Dramatic color
• Deep purple with hint of mystery per Pantone

Trend 4: Texture

• Gives definition and depth
• Embroidery, tweed, plaid, wallpapers, metallic leathers, pebble textures, silk
• Mix and match to add interesting element into room

Additional Info:

• Monochromatic is still IN
• Bold geometric prints are IN
• Chocolate Brown is OUT -- lighter browns and tans taking it's place
• Soft Lavendars are OUT
• True Orange is OUT
• Incorporating old with new is still going strong
• Metallic leathers are IN
• Plaid is IN