Tag Archives: color

Back to Basics ~ Black and White

It’s no surprise to me that I’m a big fan of black and white interiors {about 95% of my business attire is black and white}. While I enjoy the beauty color adds to an interior, black and white spaces evoke elegance and class. They create rich, upscale interiors that last for decades {b&w color schemes [...]
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Do You Tango?

Have you heard? Pantone has announced their 2012 color of the year … Tangerine Tango! “Sophisticated but at the same time dramatic and seductive, Tangerine Tango is an orange with a lot of depth to it,” said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. “Reminiscent of the radiant shadings of a sunset, Tangerine [...]
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3 Colors Guaranteed to Energize Your Space!

Do you feel more invigorated during the summer months? Do longer, lighter days and the warmth of the sun energize you? By strategically using the right colors in your home, you can create feelings of warmth and vitality all year long! Red, orange and yellow, arranged side by side on the color wheel, are considered “warm” [...]
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What inspires you?

Fabulous furniture is wonderful, but to truly establish the character of your home, find something that inspires you! Here are a few tips to help you get started: This room reflects the serenity of the water and a casual lifestyle. Here, colors were kept to a minimum allowing a natural setting to become the backdrop for [...]
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Inside Out

In the past, sitting on outdoor furniture was not the most pleasant experience.  It was scratchy, wet, or both.  But things have come a long way!  The new outdoor fabrics are just as comfortable and luxurious as many indoor fabrics.  In fact, in some cases, we recommend those “outdoor” fabrics for indoor use.   The evolution [...]
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Summer Hues

With spring already here and summer fast approaching, many of you may be dreaming of days lying on the hot sand at the beach – basking in the sweltering sunshine.  I, on the other hand, much prefer the comfort of a shaded back porch overlooking the water.  Just me, lounging with a glass of ice tea [...]
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Living Room Fantasies

The last few weeks in North Carolina have been a little dreary – rainy and stormy. But when I awoke this morning I was struck by two things. First – the sun! The sun was out and shining and it was beautiful. I could hear the birds and squirrels talking to each other, almost as [...]
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Choosing fabrics? Just let loose…

Selecting fabric for that perfect chair, sofa, or sectional can be overwhelming. Sometimes it is hard to just let loose with design and color, but I believe if you have help from a qualified design consultant, it can be easy and even fun!
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The Color of the Year: Honeysuckle

The color forecast is in! The experts at Pantone have named Honeysuckle, a dynamic reddish-pink, as 2011’s “color of the year.” A hue for all seasons, energizing Honeysuckle will create an upbeat atmosphere in any living space!
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Christmas Colors of past, present and future – guest blog from Hooker Furniture

The sight of rich red and green colors alone can get us in the holiday spirit! Silver and gold are a great holiday color combo too… reflecting the glamour and pageantry of this special season. But if you’re in the mood for something less expected, consider these trend-forward holiday hues: Plum & Gold There’s just something about this [...]
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