Tuesday Trend – 2009 Tabletop Forecast
Looking forward to spring? Slogging through the cold, you bet I am, and so are tabletop designers. Every fall, the New York Tabletop Market previews the most prestigious designers’ and manufacturers’ patterns for spring. PointClickHome.com sent Christina Norsig, of etabletop.com, on the prowl for the prettiest patterns and the freshest trends. Her findings…..
This season’s “it” color was clearly a bold fuchsia with hints of pinkish red.
Splurge – Osaka accent plates with Macao dinner plate; Poc a Poc for Julia Watts,
Save – Perfect for everyday entertaining; Zak Pazio Dinnerware Collection
Leaf motif elements found in nature were prominent with a particular focus on ivy vines and leafy green patterns
Splurge – These statuesque candlesticks were inspired by the endangered green pitcher plant.
Save – Birds-On-A-Branch recycled metal tealight or taper holder with leaves and stems that delicately skim your table’s surface.
Metallics are stronger than ever with updates in more glamorous golds and super shiny accents.
Splurge – The talk of the show, the Classic Royal Crown Derby Black and Gold Aves pattern is even more luxurious when shown with gold flatware and 24kt dessert plates.
Save – White porcelain dinnerware with a pretty golden floral rim design from Pier 1.
Traditional flowers took a backseat to sprouting seeds, tree fungi, and wild mushrooms
Splurge – Hand-painted mushroom plates by Anna Weatherly.
Save – Spring herb Italian ceramics for Sur La Table
Geometry takes a turn and a rounded edge this season.
Splurge – A painted scalloped edge gives visual texture to a perfectly round plate. Lotus, Vera Wang for Wedgwood, available February 2009.
Save – Crate and Barrel’s illusion plates have an optic “quilted” texture and wavy rim.