Home Accents Today articles from October 2004

Home Accents Today archives from October 2004

Counting your opportunities.(From The Editor.)(Editorial)
October 1, 2004... For several weeks now we've all been in the midst of market preparations. Sometimes, indeed we're too close to the forest--well, you know. And we think you may have some of the same problems. That's why we offer several important roundup...

Vendors, retailers cautious, watching economy.
October 1, 2004... FROM TORRENTIAL RAINS in the spring, hurricanes in the fall, escalating gas prices and a soft economy, retail in general has not had a stellar year--though for some it was better than 2003. Buyers heading to the International Home Furnishings...

Luxury reigns in High Point introductions.(Cover Story)
October 1, 2004... WHILE LUXE LOOKS have been steadily building on the accent front, this market sees a sweeping statement made for the case of lavish style. Subject to varied interpretation, luxury can come across in one perfectly opulent piece or an over...

Personalities dominate High Point furniture lines.
October 1, 2004... ACROSS THE BOARD retail has been relatively soft, whether because of the economy, the weather, politics or imports, and manufacturers are responding with a smaller wave of furniture introductions this fall. Contemporary and casual seem to...

Must see in N.C.: new categories, licenses should drive traffic.
October 1, 2004... WITH NEW LICENSING deals and expansions into new product categories, some well-known home accent vendors are challenging the status quo in their companies for the High Point market. Andrea by Sadek teams up with Vera Bradley for a...

OneCoast sales rep survey provides insight into retail.
October 1, 2004... MANUFACTURERS' SALES representatives represent a key segment of the home accents business because of their unique position working between the vendors and the retailers. To find out what trends they are seeing from this position, as well...

Famed Paris store turns to home furnishings.(Lafayette Maison.)
October 1, 2004... DRAMATICALLY BREAKING away from conventional retailing, the 10,000 square meters Lafayette Maison in Paris presents home furnishings in five floors of living spaces, rather than conventional departments. Galeries Lafayette, parent of the...

Arteriors adding new categories, names new design VP.(News)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2004... HOME ACCENTS IMPORTER Arteriors Home plans to expand into new categories by launching a line of chandeliers and wall sconces in April 2005. Related to this expansion, the Dallas-based company named Richard Soard as vice president of design...

Judges for 16th Annual ARTS Awards named.(News)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2004... DALLAS MARKET CENTER and the Accessories Resource Team have named the panel of judges that will determine the winners of the 16th Annual ARTS Awards. The judges for 2005 are: Robert Prouse of Brandston Partnership and Parsons School of...

Bridges joins HAT sales team.(News)(Home Accents Today )(Brief Article)
October 1, 2004... MARY BRIDGES has joined the staff of Home Accents Today as a sales associate. She is a graduate of N.C. State University's textile apparel management program and was a management trainee for Belk, a regional department store chain based in...

McKenzie named director of electronic media.(News)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2004... SUZE MCKENZIE has joined Reed Business Information in Greensboro, N.C., as director of electronic media. Reporting to Kevin Castellani, vice president and publishing director, McKenzie is responsible for overseeing and implementing an...

Style: mirror image.(What's Hot)
October 1, 2004... THIS MARKET, the fairest of them all may not necessarily be on the wall as mirrors resurface in sizzling hot style. Trend-right for lighting and furniture, mirrors infuse glamour in all caps wherever they might reflect. Evoking a decadent...

Trunk shows harnessing the star power of designers.
October 1, 2004... RETAILERS LOOKING FOR something besides a sales event as a traffic builder might consider hosting a trunk show. Simply put, a trunk show brings in a vendor's rep or designer who gives a seminar and shows their complete line--or at least as much...

Southern charm and a passion for accessories at Hilda Flack Interiors.(Retail Profile)(Company Profile)
October 1, 2004... Unless you're brand new to the industry, you know Hilda Flack, or at least know of her. She opened a store in Memphis a year after graduating Emory University with a degree in art history, attended her first High Point market in 1975 and opened...

Sip coffee, tea or cappuccino in style.(Objects: cups & saucers)
October 1, 2004... Konitz from The Zrike Company, $12, eLink 708 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Michael Weems Collection, $42, eLink 713 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Lazy Susan, eLink 709 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Daniel Levy, eLink 712 ...

Color block.(Design directions: pillows)
October 1, 2004... SOMETIMES THE MOST striking color combination involves no color at all. Always in fashion, black and white is poised to surge upward on the style scale in the coming months. Designs ranging from mod to exotic score with this perfect pairing,...

Cosmopolitan chic.(Design directions: pillows)
October 1, 2004... DECORATIVE PILLOWS STRIKE a sophisticated note this season, relying on little embellishment beyond a carefully chosen pattern or two. Botanical themes resurface, leaning away from sweeter florals to a polished, refined organic feel, while...

Sumptuous splendor.(Design directions: pillows)(Brief Article)(Buyers Guide)
October 1, 2004... SILKS AND SATINS and all things fine flavor the newest crop of pillows. The overall lush effect springs from intense textural treatments or ornate, luscious patterning. Top it off with a deeply saturated color palette and these pillows are fit...

Casual creativity.(Exclusive first look: style directions from furniture/today)(Brief Article)(Product/Service Evaluation)
October 1, 2004... This is shaping up to be one of the fresher style seasons in years, with exciting innovations in both design and function on tap for buyers shopping market here. While there is plenty of new European traditional product to choose from, sources...

Pretty pillows plump sales.(The Consumer Counts [Decorative Pillows])
October 1, 2004... MORE THAN 12.5 MILLION households purchased decorative pillows in 2002 and 2003 making them the third most purchased decorative accessory, behind only photo frames and photo albums. That's the word from Home Accents Today's exclusive Buying...

Scent-sational.(Current: all things worthy of note)
October 1, 2004... Inspired by the enticing fragrances of a French garden, the new Parfums Berger line introduced a full range of scents for the home, including candles, sachets, incense sticks and holders, potpourri, perfume extract and sprays that all speak the...

Gin rummy.(Current: all things worthy of note)
October 1, 2004... Rug designer Emma Gardner has created a custom rug and fabric for Bombay Sapphire Gin. Inspired by elements from Bombay Sapphire's iconic label, Gardner's Peacock Rug spotlights paisley, Queen Victoria's sapphire medallion and peacocks in a...

Bed ready.(Current: all things worthy of note)
October 1, 2004... Soft goods vendor Area has the bedroom covered with the introduction of its first furniture collection this fall. The sleek S-shaped beds and accent tables stylishly enhance the contemporary, elegant range of bed linens. The curved plywood...

Swede dreams.(Current: all things worthy of note)
October 1, 2004... Swedish furniture company Allinwood makes its U.S. debut at The International Home Furnishings Market in High Point this month. Covering the style gamut, Allinwood offers four diverse collections that hone in on varied looks with a Swedish...

Spot on.(Current: all things worthy of note)
October 1, 2004... Vibrant, fun and artistic without being precious, the new Ginger Kelly line of hand blown glassware from European Sources Direct offers one-of-a-kind designs that beg to be used every day. The limited edition, hand-signed glasses complement the...

Gilt-ridden.(Current: all things worthy of note)
October 1, 2004... A little guilty pleasure can be had this season with the introduction of Notneutral's Designers' Gilt Collection. Embellished with 22K gold patterning, limited edition porcelain chargers add a dramatic, festive touch to the table or wall....

828 International.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... 828 International debuts GT Road, a wool Persian hand-knotted classic design in black and gold with accents of color ($999, 5x8). Also premiering are two rugs from the Maui Collection by Cabana Joe's. One offers a black background with a...

Aberdeen.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The El Paso collection from Aberdeen features an overstuffed chestnut brown leather four-seat sofa and round ottoman, both designed with gathered leather bases. Also being introduced are the Parigi, a four-piece sectional with seamed...

Abbyson.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The Silhouette and Crown Royal Limited collections premier from Abbyson. Silhouette, handmade of Himalayan sheep wool and a silk blend, offers curved shapes and bold brown, orange and gold hues inspired by nature ($4,128, 8x10). Crown Royal...

Accents by design.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The Mykonos Ceramic Vase features a white circle deco design on earthenware ($56). Also premiering is Noriko, a group of black, white and red colored glass vases ($118). Trama, a radica wood lamp, has an organic feel balanced by a simple silk...

Adesso.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The Contours coat rack by Adesso is walnut bentwood with contemporary steel accents, also available in a natural finish. Adesso also debuts the Suki lantern collection with white bamboo-ribbed rice paper shades and chrome-finished feet...

Advanced Art.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... Advanced Art introduces a shadow-box collection showcasing metal architectural pieces and custom matting ($170). The collection includes single framed pieces in a variety of sizes. eLink 503 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

AF Lighting.(High Point)(introduction of Liora Manne collection )(Brief Article)
October 1, 2004... AF Lighting debuts the licensed Liora Manne collection including several pendants and table lamps. A contemporary pendant features a multi-colored shade with overlapping circular design. A table lamp pieces together a jigsaw-shaped, colored...

Ambience.(High Point)(introduction of Jessica McClintock collection)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2004... The Jessica McClintock collection from Ambience debuts with a romantic, gold-accented table lamp. Curving handles and a scalloped base on a second table lamp reflect the elegant style of the Jessica McClintock look.

Aquabox.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... Aquabox debuts several fish tanks designed as vintage console radio cabinets. The Mandelay tank is housed in a detailed wood and veneer cabinet ($2,000-$3,000), while the Augusta tank is contemporary. eLink 505 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Arte Italica.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The Sofia decanter from Arte Italica is made of hand-blown clear glass in an ornate, feminine style ($60-$105). Tuscan Espresso is a collection of pewter-trimmed ceramic dinnerware in a rich mocha hue ($45-$240). The Tribeca Leather Collection...

Arteriors.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... Arteriors debuts a contemporary porcelain bowl with lime and yellow finish on a metal stand ($140). A group of porcelain vases and plates showcase a khaki finish with a circular cut out pattern ($38-$110). Also being introduced are an antique...

Art Evolution.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... Allegory of Fire is a new contemporary print from Art Evolution with dramatic colors that contrast with white floated mats and simple gold leaf wood frame ($252). Also debuting are two citrus hued prints featuring stripes and geometric shapes...

Artisan House.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... Artisan House introduces about 100 SKUs for indoor and outdoor, including three dimensional metal wall art titled Sophistication, Time Machine and Orientation. Sophistication, a set of two, is a contemporary design made of copper, accented with...

Artistry Designs by Reliance.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The romantic arrangement from Artistry Designs showcases cream and white florals in a ceramic urn centerpiece ($120). A more colorful combination is the dahlia and anemone water garden of bright pinks contrasting with dark green foliage ($110)....

Artmax.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... Artmax introduces a line designed by company president Richard Chan, including a retro-inspired rivet-accented bistro set with barstools ($1,899). Also debuting are four collections designed by Jay Mortensen. eLink 591 [ILLUSTRATION...

Atmosphere.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The Vineyard garden bench from Atmosphere in lightweight stone features three pedestal legs and a decorative leaf motif ($998). The Salomonic gazebo has four stone columns with a wooden arbor resting above ($5,780). A cast stone acantus...

Austin.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... Austin breaks into a new category this market with the introduction of two accent furniture lines. The two collections, one contemporary and one transitional, will be crafted of metal with granite tops. Each group will include five...

Austin Horn Collection.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... Austin Horn Collection introduces Trapunto, a romantic quilted silk and velvet bedding collection with sleek trims in a subtle sea mist color ($100-$1,000). eLink 543 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Babette Holland Design.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... Babette Holland Design adds to its Fade & Burst wall decor collection with a hand-spun aluminum target mirror created with a raku burst ($299). eLink 526 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Bailey Street.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The hand-painted Danbury accent table from Bailey Street offers both a floral and checkers flip top. The flip top can be removed to reveal a Backgammon surface. eLink 509 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

BarDel.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... Elite Bohemia by BarDel introduces a flush mount with a glass cirrus cloud like pattern and silver accents ($346). Also debuting is a cut crystal chandelier in a blood red color with 24-karat gold enamel overlay trimmed with Swarovski crystal...

Barlow Tyrie.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... Barlow Tyrie debuts the contemporary Equinox circular dining table made of plantation-grown teakwood with stainless steel inlay and legs ($2,800). Also being introduced is the stacking sun lounge chair available in teak or Textaline sling on a...

Bassett Mirror.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... Bassett Mirror introduces the three-dimensional chateau scene wall art hand-painted on wood and resin ($79). eLink 654 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Bella Rose by Chateau.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The Sabrina Collection from Chateau uses ivory and gold damask with complementing pillows in the same coloration in a scroll and diamond faux taffeta silk ($1,313, queen set). With sage green and chocolate brown chenille damask, the Gabriel...

Beljen Mills.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... Beljen Mills introduces several tapestries, including the colorful stone bridge landscape with fine details of flowers and trees ($599, 4x6). Also debuting, the Welch Cinnabar and Eden Cinnabar use a dramatic red chenille background against a...

Big Fish.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The Pretty Pink Floral VI framed print features pink tulips surrounded by a green apple silk hand-wrapped mat and pewter frame with ornate edge ($213). Also being introduced is an exclusively designed dark cherry and silver checkerboard beveled...

British Colonial.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... British Colonial debuts at the New products: High Point market with a line of island inspired accent furniture. The Lady Metcalfe daybed is made with reclaimed Burma teak and cane with classic styling ($2,660). Also being introduced are a...

Brown Jordan International.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... From the Tommy Bahama line, the hand-carved teak bed with woven cushions and storage drawers combines Colonial European charm with native island styling ($6,700). Also debuting is the contemporary Harmony collection of tubular aluminum and...

Butera Home Furnishings.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The Sussex Sofa with tailored detailing has clean, classic lines with a dressmaker flounce shown 117 brown linen with grosgrain ribbon details. The Cambridge Storage Bench combines decoration with function with a brown rattan base topped with...

Butler Specialty.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... A decorative headboard from Butler offers a touch of elegance to a simple design with burgundy floral and ribbon accents on a golden beige background with black wood trim ($1,199, full/queen). eLink 540 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Cal Lighting.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The traditional styling of the resin Mare and Sibling table lamp is finished in antique bronze and topped with a classic leatherette shade. The fishing table lamp finished in rust with a hardback paper shade is also available in a floor lamp....

Carolina Mirror.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The trapezoid shaped beveled mirror with a hand-carved bamboo and leaf pattern gives an organic feel to a simple design ($275). The Golden Autumn framed art features a neutral palette in a simple vase and branch design ($179). eLink 516 ...

CAS.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... An elaborate urn with brightly colored flowers is showcased in framed wall art by CAS ($299). The hand-painted Foraday mirror depicts sweet dragonflies, flowers and vines with gold trim ($99). eLink 537 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Casabella.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... With its charming shape and under-sink shelf, the hand carved pine vanity is designed to match the hand-painted fresh water fish ceramic vessel sink available in more than 100 styles ($1,000). eLink 511 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Castilian Imports.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The Dragonfly Jar by Castilian features amber-colored glass with an etched flower motif accented by gold dragonfly handles and feet $120). The Regalia Wall Panel is ornate in design with an elaborate coat of arias on a diamond patterned...

CBK.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The table topper with scalloped edges is finished in black with gold decorative accents ($200, set of two). The brass and marble musical figurines offer classical design in a textured bronze finish with copper accents ($90, set of three). Also...

Central Oriental.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... Bear Mountain, a new lodge look from Central Oriental, features a bear and moose pattern on a heat set polypropelyne rug ($162). The Moose Mountain rug has a tan center with an alternating brown and black moose patterned border ($162). eLink...

Chandler 4 Corners.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The Summer Circles hooked pillow is 100% cotton with cotton velvet backing and features a brightly colored circle pattern ($68). The Circles braided cotton rug uses the same sunny palette in a classic braided design with wool backing ($300,...

Chelsea House.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The delicately ornate mahogany table from Chelsea House has curved ball legs with a lattice accent. The hand-stitched needlepoint pillows feature a tropical monkey print with ornate rope and tassel accents. eLink 528 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]...

Claire Murray.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... Claire Murray adds a tropical touch with jungle birds and tropical flowers accenting the 100% hand-hooked wool Rain Forest rug, available in black, white and sage. The Birds of the Rain Forest rug highlights three brightly plumed birds perched...

Clay, Metal and Stone.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... A geometric pattern lends a contemporary edge to the ocean pearl shell Soleil Vases being introduced by Clay, Metal and Stone ($199). The blue Gino Sculpture from the Italianate Collection features an organic shape in a simplistic design...

Cole River.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The luxurious silk copper hued pillows and throw are hand stitched with contrasting trim and also are available in silver and gold ($69-$210). eLink 545 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Colonial Accents.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The Chantilly lamp is a traditional design with a black shade showcasing a gold painted floral motif ($130). The red fleur de lis toile wall bracket features classical gold accents and a cylindrical shape ($60 per set). eLink 560 ...

Colonial Mills.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... Line Up, a simple square and rectangle pattern in a neutral palette is constructed of rope-like braids. Deep rich colors meld to create a traditional braided design in the Twilight Rug. Also being introduced are the Montage, a black and olive...

Company C.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... A bold tribal print is accented by bright primary colors in the Olympia Rug ($995, 6x9). Circles and stripes pattern the Soho Rug with shades of red, gold, green and blue ($995, 6x9). eLink 556 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Currey and Company.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The Clearwater Table Lamp makes a romantic statement created from natural seashells. Also new for this market are two shell table lamps, a shell floor candelabra and two large shell mirrors as well as a delicate gold-leaf bamboo desk lamp....

Cynthia Scott Designs.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... Cynthia Scott Designs introduces a variety of vine Christmas trees, moss balls and topiaries with berries and gilded cone accents ($17-$175). eLink 541 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

The Czech Point.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The Crystal Collection adds a modern lead crystal sculpture showcasing a blend of rainbow hues ($300). A vase from the Art Glass Collection features a circular, silver metallic finish with swirls of additional colors ($130). The curved glass...

Dale Tiffany.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The Halifax Mission-style Tiffany table lamp features an antique golden sand finish cast metal base with a colorful square patterned shade ($275). The Everingham table lamp has hand-painted sunflowers inside on a caramel ground in a swirl glass...

Dalmarko.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... A rustic iron planter with copper accents is finished with preserved moss inserts and sphere-shaped finials for a vintage look ($538). Preserved foliage tops a naturally preserved trunk to form a light, airy yucca tree ($318). Metal forged and...

David Lee.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The six-drawer dresser recalls a Colonial look with wrought iron handles and a hand rubbed finish ($1,800). The Riviera Linen Cabinet has a parchment-colored finish with antique gold accents and reproduced artwork of two vintage sunbathers...

Distinctive Designs.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The antique ivory tulips and magnolias mixed in a tarnished copper tub offer an elegant touch to country chic ($599). eLink 552 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

DJC Design Studio.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... New to the Ernest Hemingway Collection from DJC Design Studio, a quilted throw features embroidered palm trees in soft greens and browns on a neutral cotton/linen blend background ($190). Also debuting is a brushed mohair blend throw in a...

D'Kei.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... D'Kei introduces several color combinations for key tassels and vintage tassel rings. The vintage tassle rings are available in a soft blue and green combination as well as purples, reds and neutrals ($15). An olive hued key tassel features a...

Dynamic Rugs.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The Shiraz Collection offers a traditional Southwestern feel with its gold and rust coloring and geometric pattern ($149, 5'3" x 7'7"). The Heritage Collection offers a more traditional style with designs ranging from traditional Persian to...

E. Lawrence.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... Antiquarian original leather-bound books from Europe are available in 10- or 15-volume assorted styles ($675, 15 volume assortment). eLink 522 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Elements.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The carved wooden lantern in aged wood finish with turned legs is detailed with a floral motif that adds an exotic edge ($499). eLink 602

Elizabeth Marshall.(High Point)
October 1, 2004... The coral tole planter designed by Elizabeth Marshall features a decorative hand-painted scene of ribbons and various kinds of coral on a buttery cream background accented with gold corners and feet ($300). eLink 525 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]...