THE BEST DRESSED
It is not enough to drape your home in the latest hue, motif or pattern. Take a cue from these two hot home textile trends.
Experts say that a truly stylish home is the sum of its parts complementing one another. However, you may have the most expensive furniture and artwork worth crores, but without the right fabrics, the space can look dull. People need to start thinking of them as accompaniments that enhance the interiors and make it stand out. This is perhaps the reason why home textiles are constantly evolving and every season new collections fill up showrooms. From an array of colours, texture, fabrics and patterns, homeowners are spoilt for choice. Two trends in this sector are at the fore, organic and sustainable textiles.
ORGANIC IS HEALTHY
Harmful chemicals are not only bad for health but also the surroundings. “Organic furnishings mean that the bed sheets are free of chemicals right from farm to fabric. We use organic cotton and these textiles will not expose you to pesticides, herbicides, formaldehyde and a number of other chemical residues commonly found in conventional cotton. Many of these chemicals are carcinogenic and skin irritants,” says Ami Sata, founder of the recently launched GOTS (global organic textile standard) certified organic bedding brand, Amouve. The brand’s range includes bed sets as well as comforters, quilts and linen cushion covers. PRICE `860 (linen cushion covers) to `6,650 (comforters) AT www.amouve.com
SUSTAINABLE CHIC
Handcrafted, indigenous and sustainable fabrics not only look good but are also good for the environment. “Sustainable textiles refer to fabrics derived from eco-friendly resources, such as sustainably grown fibre crops or recycled materials. It also refers to how these fabrics are made. The textile industry is one of the biggest polluters and sustainable textiles have grown in popularity in an effort to reduce textile waste,” says Mrinmayee Kundalia, owner of TUNI Tales, a sustainable e-commerce home decor brand. Kundalia works with classic Indian fabrics like khadi, Hyderabadi ikat and cotton. They are sourced from certified weaving houses and stateapproved bhandars to make everything from cushions to curtains.
PRICE `500 to `15,000 AT www.tuniinteriors.com