2021 trends worth bringing with us into the new year
There is nothing quite like the start of a new chapter to reflect on days (and styles) past. Each year brings such breathtaking trends that it seems a shame to leave them all behind. There are quite a few things I would like to leave in 2021, but here are a few items I hope to bring with me.
Spots and polka dots: I loved the revival of polka dots and all things spotted in 2021. There was no shortage of this beloved pattern and its variations to play with. From the sweet and delicate dotted Swiss to the bold and graphic oversized polka dots and everything in between, there is a dot for you no matter your aesthetic.
Whether perfectly spaced and proper or organically tossed around, spots and polka dots have a light and cheery disposition. We loved them on everything from upholstery to lamps to tabletop accessories for a muchneeded spot of fun for our homes. Menswear-inspired decor: Inspired by men’s classic suit styles, any material from pinstripes to plaid or herringbone to houndstooth can be used to bring masculine charm to a space. Tweed, plaid, leather and argyle are another few I like for everything from upholstery to window treatments to accent pillows. My absolute favorite touch? A leather welt or cording.
When it comes to rich and elegantly manly colors, I am drawn to dreamy green, lush navy, luxurious camel, deep gray, tobacco brown and oxblood red. I picture a posh, suave suit with all the trimmings and then bring those hues into my home (and office) spaces. Complementary materials can range from faux bone and horn to tortoiseshell, or really anything you could find in a cuff link. Adding tailored touches such as metal studs, pin-tucks and velvet trimming to your upholstery gives the sharp and polished look of menswear to your furniture and overall spaces.
Colored glassware: Colored glass more recently had its heyday in the 1950s and ‘60s when it was brought into homes in a big way. However, I would classify colored glass as a newly returned trend, and I for one am tickled pink.
The colors have been revamped to include softer pastel shades, beautiful jewel tones and modern shapes that are as exciting to look at as they are to use.
As a new traditionalist (and someone who believes in the “more is more” decor mantra), I am all for another way to bring a pop of color and excitement to my home. Colored glass is a jewel on your table and in your cabinet. When you are done elevating your tabletops, colorful glassware is the perfect addition to a glass or open-door cabinet display. Don’t worry if you can’t decide on one color for your home. Mixing and matching is not only accepted, but strongly encouraged.