I recently read an article outlining a well known paint company’s colors trends for 2010 — said paint company shall remain anonymous b/c they’re all doing it; textile manufacturers, flooring experts, fashion designers, you name it. This particular spokeswoman touted 2010 as the year of “optimism”, due to people’s belief in the economy’s recovery. Huh? What does the color of my kitchen have to do with the Dow Jones Industrial Average?
Anyway, I say forget about the trends and choose what YOU like. Allow the need for “trend” to be relegated to 14-year-old teens who need to fit in with their peers — it’s a healthy part of their individuating process. Just remember, there’s a reason skinny jeans only look good on girls who weigh in at 88lbs soaking wet.
See www.kwid.com for some trend setting inspiration
Unless you’re trendy by nature, I say spend your time finessing out your look. Courtney Cox is known for her retro mid-century look, which works great for the houses she’s buying. Kelly Wearstler is know for LA Drama-Glam (which by the way I LOVE), but sooo does not work in my little Northern CA townhouse. In the end, I say take home decor trends with a grain of salt. The real question is, what speaks to you? what works for you? Who are you and how do you want to Live?
Happy Nesting!
