| With the start of the New Year, predictions are in | | | | emerges from the recession. As spring approaches, |
| regarding the latest trends in furniture and home decor. | | | | color palettes for furniture will become increasingly |
| Here is a look at the trends from 2009 that are here | | | | brighter. Reproduction furniture will receive colorful new |
| to stay, and how they will influence the styles of 2010. | | | | fabrics and finishes, and fresh metallic colors will enliven |
| In 2009, the eclectic home saw increased popularity. | | | | furniture and decor. |
| During difficult economic times, mixing styles is often | | | | The online boutique Belle Escape, featuring French |
| most practical and gives homeowners greater flexibility | | | | reproduction furniture and home accents, is delivering |
| in blending old with new. Furniture reproductions were in | | | | products to meet these trends. In addition to its |
| high demand as homeowners sought furnishings that | | | | mainstay of French county and shabby chic styles, the |
| provide a sense of comfort and familiarity. Cozy | | | | store will introduce more colorful pieces, such as a lime |
| cottage-style furniture with heavy distressing and | | | | green table and a large purple display cabinet |
| hand-painted accents were especially popular. | | | | hand-painted with a bright floral motif. The store will |
| Trend forecasters have predicted that eclecticism and | | | | offer antiqued mirrored tables and metallic items in |
| comfort in interiors will continue in 2010. Homeowners | | | | response to the desire for fun, uplifting pieces. Also, in |
| will continue to combine furniture reproductions with | | | | keeping with one of the most enduring trends, |
| refurbished antiques, especially as many strive to be | | | | individualism, Belle Escape will offer more opportunities |
| eco-friendly. There will also be exciting new updates to | | | | for customized finishes on its unique collection of |
| reflect a hopeful outlook as the economy gradually | | | | furniture. |