Spring Accent Trends

Filigree

Inspired by a global appreciation of ironwork scrolls and delicate embroidery, filigree is popping up on walls, bedding, and textiles. The finely wrought designs, full of swirls, curlicues and flourishes, are as fresh as a sweet pea tendril. Pierced and intricately carved designs fall under this highly decorative look. I love the cool colors, classy and warm!

A Bit of Spice

Bands of filigree criss-cross this Moroccan pendant light, found at Horchow.

 Every room, whether traditional or modern, needs a dose of ethnic design.

Asian Interlude

Asian motifs compose a patchwork of design across the back and arms of a rattan chair. Flank a round skirted table with these exotic imports.
$525
Available atGump's San Francisco

A Dose of Damask

Laser cutting has enabled the filigree trend to flourish. Here, a rug is cut into an elegant damask pattern, perfect for bringing a note of whimsy to a modern room.
$99 to $499
Available at Brocade Home

Bold Beauty

A boldly carved bed frame, painted black, gives your bedroom a fashion-forward edge.
$349-$449
Available at Brocade Home

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Designer Notes

Vibrant hues against backdrops of deep black and bright white add an energetic, futuristic flair to your living room.



Earthy browns and tans, reflecting the colors of rock, stone and soil, will be trendy for some time to come.



The living room is a place to de-stress and unwind, and color can be an important element in bringing together style and a playful sense of whimsy.



A focused color scheme of red, orange, tan and black transforms the space from bland and boring to vibrant and modern.



Add accent colors to a basic color scheme to make the room pop!

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Accent Throws

Staying Classy

A throw placed over a sofa's armrest allows for a sophisticated, classic look for this living room.

An Elegant Presence

Matching a throw with pillows gives the living room a touch of elegance.

A Pop of Color

Adding a brightly-colored throw adds an unexpected pop to the living room.

Faux Fabulous

Using a faux fur throw adds texture and warmth to the living room.

Neutral Beauty

A neutral-colored throw ties all the colors in a room together.

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Glass Vases

Everyone needs an assortment of great vases for creating artful displays of flowers or dried botanicals. Add a personal touch to your collection with Pottery Barn monogrammable Square Vases.

Contrasting rounded interiors and square silhouettes make displaying floral arrangements easy and elegant.

Heavy bases and handblown sides support delicate dahlias as well as flowering boughs.

All vases available at Pottary Barn and my store.

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